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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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many people today find they have insufficient time to spend with their families,because of pressure of work.what problems does this creat for individuals and their families?what solutions can you propose?which would be the most effective solution,inyour view?

In this contemporary era, most people follow a sedentary lifestyle due to work pressure from their organisations. This creates a stressful atmosphere for them and their families. It is a concern that needs to be addressed, reasons and solutions in this situation are discussed in the ensuing paragraphs.

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Nowadays, children watch a lot of TV and play video games. However, some think that these activities are not beneficial for a child’s mental health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that watching a TV and playing video games are not beneficial for the mental health of children. I strongly agree with the statement because spending excessive amount of time on watching TV instils the negative thoughts into a child's brain, and online gaming prevents children from having physical activities that are important for their mental growth.

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In some countries there are more young people choosing to enrol in work-based training instead of attending university. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, a course that is based on work is becoming increasingly popular. In several countries, human beings are choosing it besides studying at university. This essay will discuss the pros and cons of this topic.

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Technology is becoming progressively universal. In the fullness of time, classroom teachers will be totally substituted for technology. Analyse the two sides of this argument.

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the integration of technology into education has become increasingly pervasive. The contentious debate surrounding the potential substitution of classroom teachers with technology has garnered significant attention, with proponents and detractors presenting compelling arguments. This essay aims to explore the multifaceted nature of this debate, considering a diverse range of perspectives and providing relevant examples to support each viewpoint.

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Some people say that it is a waste of time to plan for the future and that it is more important to focus on the present. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

It is often argued that the planning for the future is a waste of time, and instead, people should concentrate more on the present because it is vital. I completely agree with the given statement because it allows us to pay more attention on the given tasks, leading us to the victory, and helps us build a successful career.

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In some countries, the government has tried to reduce traffic of city centre by imposing a congestion tax on vechicles during rush hour. Do you think development is positive of negative?

It is prevalently observed that the authority has tried to reduce traffic of city centre by imposing a congestion tax on vechicles during rush hour. From this aspect, questions about whether this phenomenon is a positive or negative development are raised. In my opinion, imposing a congestion tax is ideal.

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Everyone should stay at school until 18. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Schooling is a great way to educate and create civilized citizens. However, staying at school until 18 is a personal decision. The influence of schooling until 18 could be benficial or non-beneficial depending upon the vision of each individual. There are many great things could possibly happen by schooling until 18 yet the negative outcomes shouldn't be ignored.

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Instructions Read the question below and write an essay dealing with Advantages and Disadvantages. Remember to write down a clear thesis statement followed by your essay plan. Only then attempt to write this essay. Many companies offer their employees the opportunity to work from home. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working from home for the company. And give your own opinion.

During and after COVID pandemic, a large amount of companies made workers to work at home. Some people think that this discouraged employers and therfore had negative impacts on companies while others highlighted the advantages of doing jobs from home. In my opinion, benefits this new trend of working had brought to companies are greater than loss. This essay will evaluate both sides of virtual working.

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Some people believe that the expansion of tourism is ruining the culture of a country, but others consider that tourism is the only way of protecting a culture. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is this debate over whether the problem of expanding tourism will end up destroying the culture of a country or preserving it. Before throwing our judgement so fast, we should consider the situation rationally. Personally, in this ever-changing world, I believe that neither of them would happen by the expansion of tourism, as long as the government takes action in the right way.

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31.Some people say that too much time and resource are spent on the protection of wild animals and birds. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

While some may argue that excess time and funds are spent safeguarding wild animals and birds I firmly believe that this is a crucial endeavour for our society.

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Some people say that arts subject such as painting or drawing should not be made compulsory for high school students. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

As some people emphasise the importance of academic subjects, they harbour a belief that arts subjects such as painting or drawing should not be made compulsory for high school students, whilst others hold the reverse viewpoints. From my pespective, I am inclined to stand with the proponents who consider art subjects should be included in compulsory ones for the sake of a balanced education.

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In their advertising, business nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this ? Do you think it is positive or negative development?

Currently, several businessmen and women mention that their manufacturing products are new in their advertising. From my perspective, I would argue these are not fairly reliable words because they do not have any guarantee certificate. In this essay, I will discuss this topic's major negative sides and reasons for this.

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Write about how cell phones are useful. Include benefits and problems with cell phones and when cell phones are most necessary.

Nowadays smartphones play a prominent role in lives of different members of society. This issue has brought us numerous benefits but it has some drawbacks as well which I'm going to explain more about in the rest of this essay.

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The most important aim of science should be to improve people's lives. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

it is debatable that the improvement of people's lives is paramount goal of science or not. Therefore, in this essay, I will elaborate this point of view whether the extent is correct.

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In this technological era, personal information is stored on computers by many companies and organisations

In this modernization day, with the advancement of technology, personal data is stored on computers or clouds. Some argue that this information can be leaked illegally by companies and organization while some think that it can make life easier and the world safe. From my point of view, I think this development bring more benefits than its disadvantages.

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In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays, no doubt advertisement plays an important role in most of the business models. In recent years, to step out from adversaries, enterprises shifted their attention away from research and development, they started to emphasized more and more on the innovative side of their products. It is disagreed with this development. This statement will be analyzed by bringing up the topic of deceiving advertisements, and the shortening product life cycle tendency that happens recently.

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Money ought to be spent on new public buildings such as museums or town halls rather than renovating existing ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Public buildings were indeed constructed to facilitate people within surrounding areas. Some people argue that it is more beneficial to renovate an existing ones rather than to build a new ones. From my perspectives, i believe that there are more beneficial in renovating the existing buildings.

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Some employers offer their employees subsidized membership of gyms and sport clubs, believe that this will make their staff healthier and more effective at work. Other employees find no benefit doing so. Discuss both views.

Some employers have provided to their employees a free membership to get into gyms and sport clubs, under the idea that this will make their emplyees much healtier and more effective at work. Other employees have found no positive effects on doing this. While some employees have not found any benefit for employees offering membership for gyms, I believe companies that offer a membership card for gyms will have a healtier staff and emnployees will be much more effective at work.

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It is often considered that changes are more beneficial to people than traying to avoid it and have everything remain the same. Do you think the advantages of changes overweight the disadvantages?

There is a thinking among individuals that certain changes in the living pattern of people have many positive effects rather than ignoring it or remaining plateaued everytime. These differences in human world can have either good impacts or some negative impacts on society. This essay will discuss both advantages and disadvantages of these diversions and also discuss my opinion.

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Some people think that girls should take their husband's name after marriage while others feel that they should not follow this age old tradition. What is your opinion?

it is well known that some individuals believe that females ought to get their spouses' family names. But others claim, that this is an old-fashioned tradition and it should not exist anymore. I totally agree with the idea that it is not appropiate because generates a lot of confusion because in many nations this practice is uncommon. Also, in order to keep women's identity is better to not change their last name.

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