IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 265

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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1.Some believe that more academic subjects such as chemistry, physics and history should be taught in schools, while others believe that students will derive more benefit from studying practical subjects, such as motor mechanics and cooking. Discuss both views and provide your own opinion with relevant examples.

Some people nowadays believe that students should be taught more subjects relating to theory and the academy, such as sciences, physics, etc., instead of learning practical subjects. In my opinion, due to the development of knowledge and both daily skills, teachers have to orient students to improve their ability to study more in both practical and academic learning.

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STUDENTS SHOULD CHOOSE A UNIVERSITY MAJOR THAT PREPARES THEM FOR HIGH PAYING CAREER. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE WITH THIS STATEMENT

Education is the hallmark of achieving a greater career progression, however, the youngsters of this present age are exploring courses that are considered to be handsomely remunerated rather than settling for interest and passion. In this essay, I will discuss the reason why this is totally wrong and the negative consequences that may arise with such an opinion.

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Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school.Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is a common belief that learning at university or college is the best way to accomplish in career, meanwhile, others think that is greater than when getting a job straight after learning at school. And, my view on this issue is that I disagree with this statement.

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In future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. Do you agree or disagree?

In the coming years, people will read online rather than reading from printed newspapers or books. I totally agree with this opinion because healthy growth in the technology and accessibility to the content are the two main reasons.

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Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world.

These days there is an increasing similarity among the number of countries due to the same products being bought worldwide, and view this trend negatively by some people. In my opinion, however, I strongly agree there is a positive phenomenon because it is beneficial to human society from an overall aspect.

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It is the responsibility of schools to teach children good behavior in addition to providing formal education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, children have been educated about not only academic knowledge but also good behaviour. It is believed that institutes are responsible for teaching good behaviour to students besides giving formal education. From my perspective, this opinion is reasonable to a certain extent and I will explain my viewpoint in the following paragraphs.

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Some people believe that uniform should be made compulsory part of the workplace, some disagree, discuss both view and give your opinion.

In some companies and workplaces wearing a uniform is a must. Especially when someone works for a serious job such as a lawyer,doctor, soldier and many more. So, is it a must for the workers to wear a uniform to work?

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In some parts of the world, many famous people are regarded as 'role models' and they are having an increasing influence on the young. Is that a positive or negative development?

Nowadays renowned people seem to have a huge impact on today's generation. In addition, there are positive and negative sides to this issue.I will discuss benefits and drawbacks of this statement.

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Nowadays, people prefer buying new items rather than repairing the damaged ones. What are the causes of this change ? what are its effects?

It is noticeable that people tend not to have broken items repaired and they would prefer to buy new things instead. The causes for such behavior could be due to the availability of different products and the reduction in price of goods, making it more appealing to replace damaged things instead of having them fixed. Convenient as it may seem, this trend will have negative impact on the environment, as it creates more trashes when people keep discarding unwanted possessions.

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48.Some people say that outdoor activities benefit children's development rather than computer games. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Since the advent of computer games, children have found an alternative to traditional means of play such as, playing outside. Some people believe that playing outside is more benificial to a child's development. While video games can bring temporary enjoyment, I strongly agree that outdoor activities are more benificial to a young ones growth. This eassy will discuss why the benifits of outdoor activities far outweigh video games.

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In many countries, teenagers are encouraged to do part-time jobs. What’s the situation like in your country? What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of doing part-time jobs?

Nowadays, there is a growing trend of teenagers taking part-time jobs, in my country as well. While this trend gains its populariy, a lot of criticisms also follow. Some people assert that the drawbacks outweigh the benefits, however, I tend to disagree.

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In some countries married couples plan to have a baby at a later age due to the demands of their professional career. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of it and give your opinion

In modern times, there is a trend that some married couples have a plan to decide get a baby after their professional careers have been achieved. This is a social problem which needs to be fixed at the nation level because some countries have struggled with the rate of population.

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In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?

As the question mentions, people are increasingly more aware of the history of architecture in their own countries. There are mainly two reasons for this in my opinion. Firstly, simply for fun. And secondly, it is useful to gain a new idea for pursuing more comfortable lives.

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Popular hobbies and interests change over time and are more a reflection of trends and fashions than an indication f what individuals really want to do in their spare time. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.

It is believed that common hobbies are picked up based greater on their popularity than on what people really want to do in their free time. In my opinion, it is true that the latest trends do have the influence on what people choose to enjoy leisurely, however, individuals will decide to continue following their own preferences.

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many people think modern communication technology is having some negative effects on social relationships. Do you agree or disagree?

Currently, numerous individuals consider that virtual interaction is able to take a toll on relationships in society. The writer of this essay strongly disagrees with this notion because it not only connects people from great distances but also assists them widen social networks.

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Many old buildings protected by law are part of nation’s history. Some people think they should be knocked down and replaced by news ones. How important is it to maintain old buildings? Should history stand in the way of progress? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.

With the startling pace of modernization, the question of whether old buildings should be demolished or maintained sparked a heated debate. In my opinion, new high-rises should never replace the old ones, especially the ones carrying a nation's culture and its history. This essay will illustrate the principal reasons to support my view.

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Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, people's lifestyle changes have a tremendous unfavourable impact on trees and animals. Some groups of people believe that it is impossible to do anything now, whereas others state that still we have enough time to save the environment by making robust plans.

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As the internet becomes more popular, newspapers are becoming a thing of the past. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

The internet is becoming available to everyone as people now have access to the latest news at their fingertips via smartphones. I completely agree that this had reduced the number of people reading the newspapers. I will explore some the reasons for this change.

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Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important to chil’s development as other subjects. So it should be compulsory in high school. To what extend, do you agree or disagree?

There is a controversial idea that art lessons are equivalent in terms of importance to other subjects about the development of a child and it must be compulsory in high school.This writer strongly supports the opinion that artistry is crucial and needs to be a necessary subject for students because of creativity and more career options.

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In many countries the widespread use of internet has given people more freedom to work or study at home instead of traveling to work or college. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages?

In some nations, the availability of the Internet has allowed to work or attend school rather than going to workplaces or colleges. While there are some merits to this , this essay will discuss its several detrimental consequences.

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