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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Write a 4-paragraph essay of about 200-250 words on the following topic: Many young people spend a lot of time on the Internet without any parental supervision or control. What are some of the problems caused by unrestricted use of the Internet and what can be done to curb these

Young generations spend too much time on social media is a hotly debated topic that divides different opinions. Especially when their parents cannot control or take supervision, it causes many persistent problems. The below passage will clear this problem and give some solutions.

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Some students like to take distance-learning courses by computer. Other students prefer to study in traditional classroom settings with a teacher. Consider the advantages of both options, and make an argument for the way the students should organise their schedule.

It is thought by some people that children lean towards using computers to take distance-learning courses while others believe students still prefer the old-fashioned method of teaching which is the classroom setting. In this essay, both advantages of this matter and an argument why learners do not need to arrange their schedule will be outlined before reaching my conclusion.

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Many people believe that it is easier to have a healthy lifestyle in the countryside. Others believe that there are health benefits of living in cities Discuss bth views and give your own opinions

Some people consider the best way to lead a healthy lifestyle is by living in the countryside, whereas others prefer life in cities as more beneficial. In my opinion, life in the city allows a better chance in staying healthy.

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Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are a important to a child's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, craft subjects are contributing to the evolution of education for children’s growth, some argue that these subjects need to be taught in the academic years of children. One writer believes that art makes students more creative and able to cope with craft aspects of situations, while, another thinks that professional classes are wasting time.

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Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important for children’s development as other subjects, so they should be compulsory in high school. Do you agree or disagree?

Whether or not that artistry should be compulsory at high school for a child's development has become a debatable topic. This writer believes that this world would be a waste of potential and create unnecessary stress for students who can't comprehend the meaning of art.

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Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways than on public transport systems such as railways and trams. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that the government should enhance streets instead of community transport systems such as buses. Some people believe that the development of motorways and roads can save moving time while I think that public transport can totally solve rush hour and protect the environment.

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Some people think it is important to spend money on roads and motorways than on public transport systems such as railways and trams. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Whether funds should be allocated to public transport systems such as trams and railways, or directed towards motorways and streets remains a contentious issue. I believe that resources should be dedicated to improving road infrastructure, as it plays a crucial role in alleviating traffic congestion and enhancing the ease of movement.

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art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important to a child's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high schools. to what extent do you agree or disagree ?

Whether students must study art courses because of their importance makes an argument. This writer believes art classes do help children but making art classes compulsory is not need because they lean more on hobbies rather than subjects, other subjects such as math, physics are more important for the child's development.

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In many countries, the number of animals and plants is declining. Why do you think this is happening? How can this issue be solved?

In recent years, the alarming rise of extinction of natural species, especially animals and plants, is a pressing concern. It poses a significant threat to the global ecosystem. Henceforth, this essay delves into the multifaceted causes behind this phenomenon and explores potential solutions to mitigate further detrimental impacts on the earth's biodiversity.

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Children are generally more successful in foreign language studies than adults. Thus, it is better to learn language in childhood. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Children have more ability to learn several languages than adults. Hence, it is important that kids must be exposed to more languages apart from their mother tongue. My opinion is divided and I will explain my reasoning in the following passages with examples.

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Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Doing voluntary community service can be a crucial way to contribute to society and some people recommend that it can be included in the secondary school compulsory education. To a large extent, I agree with this suggestion. In the following, the advantages and disadvantages of doing unpaid community service will both be discussed.

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There seems to be increasing trend towards assessing students through exams rather tah than Continual assessments. What are advantages and disadvantage?

Assessing students based on examinations and continual assessments has been practiced for a long time. Is this technique beneficial and effective? In this essay, we will discuss the pros and cons of exams and their impact on students, compared to continual assessments.

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Government should spend money to encourage the development of sport and art for school students, rather than supporting professional sports and art performances for the general public. Do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion.

So many countries' governments support the sports and art sections by making people aware of the sports and art benefits. Some of them prefer to encourage this talent from schools. On the other hand, some prefer to support professionals in the mentioned field. This essay will discuss these two points of view.

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Over consuming sugar is unhealthy .Some people think that the government should take responsibility to control it.Others think that individuals should take responsibility for their sugar intake.Discuss both views and give your opinion .Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is important to keep our healthy, on the other side some researchers have proven that consuming sugar in higher portions rather than what our body needs is unhealthy. While some believe that this issue should be taken by the government to control by regulation, I would agree with those who argue that this sugar consumption limitation must be handled by individuals.

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More and more schools allow fast food restaurant to sell their products to their students.Is it a positive or a negative development?

Nowadays, an increasing number of fast food restaurants has led to a troubling effect in all over the world. A lot of schools are now giving the permission to sell these food items to their students. In my opinion, It is a negative development. In the following paragraphs, I intend to discuss the reasons behind its negative impact.

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Scientists agree that many people eat too much junk food and it's damaging their health. Some people think that this problem can be solved by educating people, while others believe that education won't work. Discuss both views and give your opinion

Scientists hold a belief that individuals overconsume fast food and it is detrimental to folks' health Yet, this issue is thought to be tackled by educating Individuals, while others argue that education is not the best solution for this problem. The author of this essay believes that education has a chance to prevent people from consuming an enormous amount of fast food.

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In many countries the proportion of older people is increasing. Could this have more positive or negative effects on society?

In many states the proportion of senior citizens is increasing. Thus, this can lead to many advantageous and disadvantageous sides. In my opinion, having an significantly increasing older population, will have negative effects sometime in the future.

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In many countries, the amount of crime is increasing. What do you think are the main causes of crime? How can we deal with those causes?”

In recent years, many nations have witnessed a troubling rise in criminal activities. This essay will explore the primary causes of this surge and propose measures to mitigate these factors effectively.

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In the past, most people used to travel to their place of work. With increased use of computers, the internet and smart phone, more and more people are starting to work from home. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? You should use your own ideas knowledge and experience, and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.

If back in the day people used to go to their work place, nowadays, with the rise in development of tecnology, work from home starts to gain popularity. In this essay I will discuss some of the reasons why working online attracts more workers and the challenges it may bring.

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In order to learn a language well, we should also learn about the country as well as the cultures and lifestyle of the people who speak the language. To what extent do you agree or disagree to the statement.

As we are living in a flat world nowadays, people seek to learn new languages on a daily basis. Many believe that to master a foreign language, one should also get familiar with the original place as well as the local's ways of living and traditions. In my opinion, I believe that seeing beyond the words is important, as it is the nation and its people who make the language lively.

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