IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 268

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Some people think that social media platforms are useful for business and making new friends, while others think that such websites are harmful. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of social media.

Social media is the talk of the decade, which points out two opinions one describes opportunities in multiple business & bringing people closer and the other shows harmful aspects of it. To describe the issue at hand I would like to present the advantages and disadvantages of social media.

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Some people think that the main factors influencing a child’s development these days are things such as television, friends, and music. Others believe that the family still remains more important. Discuss both opinions and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.

In these days, child development has always been considered to be an essential part. While some people believe that family plays an important role in raising children, others think that social factors like television, friends, and music have more influence on young people. In this essay, I will elaborate on two viewpoints, and my standpoint on the issue will be presented.

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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.

At present, with the advancement of modern technology, the usage of internet has dramatically increased which results in less newspaper reading. I, personally agree with this statement. In the following paragraphs, I intend to discuss the reasons to support my opinion.

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Some people think the best way to solve the traffic congestions in cities is to provide free public transports for 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some argue that public transportation services every hour of the week are the main solution to reduce congestion in urban areas. I agree with this proposal because without reliable public passage, people will rely more on private vehicles, causing excess capacity on several roads in the city.

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Some people think a rise in the standard of living in a country only seems to benefit cities more than rural areas. What problems may those differences cause? How to reduce this problem?

Some people believe that cities area acquire many advantages from a rise in the standard of living more than rural areas which causes many problems that affect dwellers in rural areas directly. In this essay, both problems and solutions of this matter will be outlined before reaching a conclusion.

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Nowadays, more people move away from their friends and families for work. Do advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

It is true that the trend of migrating to other areas for more potential working opportunities has been accelerated by many employees. As far as workers find it a chance to change their life, this tendency has many benefits due to a range of reasons.

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Some people believe that developing countries should focus on improving industrial skills and infrastructure to drive economic growth, while others argue that investing in education and healthcare should be the priority. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

People are calling into question the main priority domains of development for developing countries. While some individuals believe that the industry and infrastructure play an important role in empowering the economy, others assert that education and healthcare sections should be considered as development pillars for a country. Both sides provides rational justification that will be elaborated.

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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 extend do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that some classes related to art like drawing and painting are to crucial to a child's improvement as other subjects, so they should attend high school. This writer agrees with this statement and will explain why in this essay.

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The government should take responsibility for their actions to the environment. To what extent do you agree?

In recent years, with the current speed of modernisation, it is inevitable that the environment has been negatively affected. Climate change is the alarming issue that mankind is facing due to toxic fumes produced by our daily activities. It is believed that the policy makers should be responsible for the things they do toward the environment. I strong advocate that argument, as I believe the authorities should be the role models for other organisation to follow.

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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 for in schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Art classes are proved to be significantly crucial, just like any other lessons, to the development of a child which is similar to other subjects. Therefore, it is compulsory for the curriculum of every school to have these lessons. The advocates this opinion due to mental benefits as well as creative thinking rather than considered those as a waste of time.

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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 school. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Art should be considered as essential as other subjects when regarding a child’s development, therefore, it must be taught in high school. This writer believes that art could play an important role in improving one’s creativity and learning art can be a leisure activity to relieve stress which could be harmful to a child’s mental growth.

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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?

The role of art education in the holistic development of students has been a topic of ongoing debate. While some argue that subject like mathematics and science are more critical, others believe that art classes, such as painting and drawing, hold equal importance. This author agrees with this mindset because of developed skills and helping broaden their horizons.

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The importance of art lectures, such as drawing and painting, are equivalent to that of other subjects, on the development of a child, thereby, students in high schools should compulsorily learn them. This author shares the same view with this statement as skills enhancement, and good scores.

It must be acknowledged that there are no fixed patterns in the art field. Therefore, one’s product all depends on one’s imagination. Learning and producing arts can help to enhance people’s creativity and critical thinking, which skills are very crucial in the future. Moreover, arts are also a way of expressing one’s feelings and thoughts. Because of this, teachers are likely to have a deeper insight into their students’ personalities, knowing their strong and weak points. This will give teenagers an opportunity to understand more fully about themselves, so they can decide which jobs to do or courses to take.

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Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

It is said that parents should motivate their children to participate in group programmes during their spare time, while others have the opinion that children should know how to keep themselves occupied. If children are allowed to take part in group activities, they will learn how to mingle and work with various people, building a sense of unity. On the other hand, if they can find their own task to do, they can be more productive in any talent they like. However, in my opinion, it is better that children choose which method is best for them as each person is different, some may be introverts and some extroverts, who would only do better if left free in a surrounding they are comfortable in.

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Government spend millions of dollars each year on their space programmes Most recently Mars is the focus of scientists attention' . Some people think this money would be better spent on dealing with closer to home. Do you agree or disagree?

Government spending on space programmes like Mars, has generated debate about the shift of financial resources. While Mars exploring represents scientific intrigue and potential long-term benefits, I believe that this significant funds are better spent on more critical problems on the Earth.

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Some people think that libraries are a waste of resources and money so computer should replace them. Howevee, others do not agree. Discuss both aides and give your opinion.

With the development of computer technology. Digital reading has become a popular way for people to get information, so some people think it is unnecessary to maintain libraries. I disagree with this view. Because public libraries play a vital role, and it can not be replaced by computer technology.

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in the past people used to travel abroad to look for many difference from their home countr/Nowadays cities throughout the world are becoming more and more similar. what are the reasons. do the advenyages outweight disadventages

Be millennium, people used to travel in order to compare their hometowns with foreign countries. Today they will not be able to do it with the same aim, since monopolies become similar.It is wrong due to the globalization and social networking system. The main disadvantage is that countries are losing their own aesthetic sides at all.

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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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