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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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In today’s digital age, anyone with a smartphone can capture and share photographs. this accessibility to photography diminishes the value of professional photographers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays with the advancement of technology people who have smartphones can take pictures and share their photographs on social media. It could pose a threat to photographers and reduce the value of professional photographers. I strongly disagree and I will explain it.

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Some people think that it is good for a country's culture to import foreign movies and TV programmes. Others think that it is better to produce these locally. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Importing foreign movies and TV programmes has become a common practice in many countries around the world. Some people argue that this is beneficial for a country's culture as it allows viewers to experience different perspectives and narratives from other cultures. On the other hand, there are those who believe that producing these movies and TV shows locally is more important for preserving and promoting their own cultural identity.

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Some people think it is better for one single legal system throughout the world. Others say countries should have their own law. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

People have various opinions on form of legal system. While some people argue that it is more beneficial for one single law systems, I strongly believe that specific legislation should be put into effect in different countries.

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Some people think the government should pay for health care and education, but there is no agreement about whether it is the government’s responsibility. What is your opinion?

There are varying views about whether government should responsible for health care and education. While some people are in favor of government’s paying for health and education, others would argue that it is not the government’s responsibility.

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Walking is known to be beneficial for health and yet fewer and fewer people are walking these days. What is the reason for this? What can be done to tackle this problem?

All forms of exercise give people many health benefits, however, less people are walking than ever before. The main reason for this is time limitations yet can be solved by changing an individual’s mentality in a positive way.

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What can we do to maintain biodiversity?

It is a fact that strong global industrialization, economy race and emigrations nowadays are making a variety of flora and fauna on the verge of extinction. Some people might say that it is a price human must pay for progress. In my opinion, there are some solutions that government, local authorities and each individual should do to reverse this trend.

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The number of overweight children in the developed countries is increasing exponentially . What do you think are its causes, also suggest measures.

The number of overweight children witnessed a significant rise in the developed countries. In this essay, I will examine the factors that contribute towards overweight children and propose some solutions to this issue.

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Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, sày that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, public health has become a debatable issue as one school of thought believes that by encouraging sports activities, the health issues of the population can be resolved while other groups of people argue that there are many other ways to improve health problems. As far as, I am concerned I partially agree with the above statement because developing sports along with the awareness and accessibility of health care services would be more beneficial.

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In many countries, plastic shopping bags are the main source of rubbish. They cause water and land pollution, and so they should be banned. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

Plastic is an indestructible element which causes many adverse effects on the environment. Plastic shopping bags are most commonly and regularly used among people, which is the major cause of land and water pollution. This essay will align with the fact that the government should strictly ban the usage of platic shopping bags.

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Nowadays it is easy to apply for and be given a credit card. However, some people experience problems when they are not able to pay their debt back. In your opinion, do the advantages of credit cards outweigh the disadvageants?

In contemporary society, the availability and accessibility of credit cards have made them an integral part of everyday financial transactions. While obtaining a credit card has become increasingly effortless, with many providers offering streamlined application processes, this convenience has given rise to a myriad of challenges, particularly concerning debt management. In this essay, I will discuss whether the advantages of credit cards outweigh the disadvantages.

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Designer goods are becoming more and more popular. However, some people feel that this has both positive and negative effects.

In a society where we are all looking to be better and different to everybody else, it is easy to associate designer goods with quality and value. Owing designer products may have a positive effect on the owners. However, the excessive cost of these items made them unavailable for a big part of society. In this essay, I will consider the pros and cons of purchasing articles.

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The grapg below shows the number of people taking part in four kinds of sports in a particular region between 1985 and 2005.

The line graph shows how many people engaged in 4 different sports in an unspecified region from 1985 to 2005. Overall, two distinct subsets of data tendency can be identified: games whose popularity noticeably changed and those that remained stable.

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Some people think women should be allowed to join the army, the navy and the Airforce just like men. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In the modern era, it is controversial if women should be entitled to serve in the army and force or not. While some consider this as an unnecessary course of action, others including me take a look at this issue with an enlightened standpoint and assert that female battlers should be given the mentioned right due to several basis which will be mentioned in the following essay.

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There are many different types of music in the world today. Why do we need music? Is the traditional music of a country more important than the international music that is heard everwhere today? (Steve Copyright)

In contemporary societies, the music market is becoming prevalent with a diverse range of genres, leading to a growing demand for music as it aids in stress relief. The essay contends that the significance of traditional pieces surpasses that of global ones since it contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage.

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Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Countries all over the globe are considered to have an increasing level of similarity due to the number of the same production that people use in all countries. In my personal opinion, this is exceptively a positive development, because, it is an obvious sign of a reliable trading between countries, an export and import, which in the first place leads to a satisfaction of customers all over the world and can beneficially influence the relationships between lands.

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ome parents give their children everything that their children ask for and accept what their children want to do. Is this good for children? What could be the consequences for these children when they grow up?

In this day and age, the quality of life is becoming more and more increase, hence the young have several chances to enjoy a better life than their previous generation. Nevertheless, it seems that some adults indulge their kids, they are willing to bring everything to their children. From my point of view, this way has a lot of negative effects.

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Living in a county where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

There is an idea that living in a country where an individual is required to speak a foreign language can lead to some trouble. I personally disagree with this statement to some extent and I will reveal my reasons during the essay as well.

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Financial education should be included as a mandatory subject in schoolto prepare students for managing money effectively. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

To inquire students with effective money management skills, financial education should be obligatory in schools . Although it could enhance students understanding of budgeting and fiscal responsibility, it could be not appropriate to all levels of pupils, as no all of them could have mature mindset.

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Many people argue that restaurants should be required to disclose the nuritional information of the dishes they serve. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

It is generally argued that restaurants ought to mention the nutritional facts of their menue. Although the hotel industry might lose its profitability by disclosing the information regarding nutrition, they will give awareness to masses about mindful eating. In my opinion, disclosed nutrition value on dishes encourages people to make healthy choices of food despite having plenty of options.

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Television is dangerous because it destroys family life and any sense of community; instead of visiting people or talking with our family we just watch television. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

It is said that the presence of televisions have the tendency to destroy interactions and the sense of community of families. This essay will agree with the suggested opinion since TV presence reduces our desire to visit our family and kills communication between the members.

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