IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 32

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Some peple feel that the government should pay the costs of running universities so that a university education will be free for anyone who wants it. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Many citizens want to get a free high Education,on the other hand,they also want to gain affordable universities,which could allow students to study freely or with a high discount to study without any problems,because the majority of people might face a lot of financial issues and they haven't a potential to pay their tuition fees.

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Some people believe that universities should only accept students with high grades. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There is no denying the fact that academic performance plays a crucial role in university admissions. While some people argue that only students with high grades should be accepted, others believe that factors beyond academic qualifications should also be considered. This essay will explore both perspectives and present my own opinion.

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In many large cities, people waste hours of their time every day because of traffic congestion on the road. What are the causes of this, what solution can you suggest

In modern towns, traffic congestion on the street can lead to time loss on a daily basis. The foremost issue is not reaching the destination on time. The best solution for this cause is to improve the road infrastructure.

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In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?

Some people tell children to work hard to achieve their dreams based on their culture. It has benefits such as preparing children to become more persistent and optimistic. Meanwhile, it leads to more people with too much work and statements that they will difficult to accept the failures.

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Many people are becoming increasingly dependent on artificial intelligence for their written communication. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

In recent times, a trend has been observed that many people are increasingly dependent on AI tools for their writing communications such as text, email, and letters. Using the current technology has more positive development rather than not using the advanced technology. In this essay, I will discuss the positive impacts and the negative impacts on an individual based on my professional experience.

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Nowadays children are experiencing increased educational, social, and commercial pressure. What are the reasons for this? What is a solution to reduce the pressure?

A new trend has been observed where young children are struggling with stress because of peer pressure, excessive usage of social media apps, and their need to win approval. This essay will discuss the reasons and provide solutions through suitable explanations and examples.

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It is a natural process that animal species such as dinosaurs become extinct. There is no reason for people to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

There is no denying the fact that the extinction of the dinosaurs has natural causes and some natural species, I also believe there is nothing we can do to stop it from happening, and I strongly agree with this essay .

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Some people argue that all experimentation on animals is bad and should be outlawed. However, others believe that important scientific discoveries can be made from animal experiments. Can experimentation on animals be justified? Are there any alternatives? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

People have different views on the use of experimentation on animals. Some think that experimenting on animals should not be legal and banned, while others feel that the results and knowledge gained from these experiments are invaluable. I believe that while animal experiments can yield important results, it is important to follow a set of strict regulations and ethical reasons when practicing.

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Some people think that when recruiting, companies should aim to take on people who are innovative and able to work independently while others consider they should recruit people who are able to work in a team and follow instructions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is an ongoing debate about whether corporations should hire employees who are able to work independently or who excel at collaborating in a team. While independent workers can accomplish individual tasks efficiently, companies also require employees with strong teamwork skills to successfully implement larger projects.

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Some people argue that space exploration has had more to do with national pride than international effort. To what extent do you agree with this? How do you think space exploration will change in the future?

Apparently, some reckon that people explore space to bring fame and respect to their countries and not to cooperate with other nations to achieve greater progress in scientific research. Personally, I totally agree with this point of view as I’m used to seeing this kind of exploration as a rat race between politics and citizens from different regions as well. Moreover, I believe that there will be significant alterations in the field of space research which are absolutely inevitable.

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Some people think that companies and individuals should pay to clear up the pollution they produced and that the government should not pay for it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In today’s modern society, the problem of pollution has become much more serious. Some people believe that citizens and the company should take full responsibility for the waste they produce, and the government cannot charge for it. Personally, I do not agree with this statement, and I believe that a healthy environment needs the cooperation of both the authorities and individuals.

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The use of mobile phone is as antisocial as smoking. Smoking is banned in certain places so mobile phone should be banned like smoking. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays, smoking is a solitary activity, and so is using a mobile phone. While smoking is prohibited in some specific places, mobile should be banned, too. The writer of this essay disagrees with the aforementioned statement due to the emergency communication and new global education systems.

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Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is common nowadays to see children spending several hours a day on their smartphones. Two major causes of this trend are a lack of parental supervision and limited opportunities for physical activity. While smartphones can provide educational and entertainment benefits, I believe that excessive use has mostly negative effects on children’s development.

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A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not well-managed. What are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world? Do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?

In many regions in the world, they rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not well-managed. In my opinion, tourism activities will bring more benefits than its disadvantages.

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Some people believe that the money spent on space exploration technology is not justifiable. The money can be spent on other beneficial things. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many believe that investing resources in discovering new frontiers like space exploration is a waste of time and money. They are convinced that governments should finance other enterprises directly related to public needs. Others think that space research is a field to invest in because it represents the future for humans. I believe that spending funds on space research is one of the most important issues for us as it represents the new frontier for our species' evolution.

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Some people believe that the money spend on space exploration technology is not justifiable. The money can be spent on other beneficial things. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Many believe that investing resources in discovering new frontiers like space exploration is a waste of time and money. They are convinced that governments should finance other enterprises directly related to people. Others think that space research is a field to invest in because it represents the future for humans. I believe that spending funds on space research is one of the most important issues for us as it represents the new frontier for our species' evolution.

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Some people consider thinking about and planning for the future to be a waste of time. They argue that people should simply live in the moment. Do you agree or disagree? Use at least one personal example in your response

Some argue that people should focus on being present rather than wasting time planning ahead and worrying about the future. While I disagree with the idea that planning is a waste of time, I do believe that both living in the moment and preparing for the future are equally important and plays significant role in people's lives.

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Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects.Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

Leaving in the computer era, it is argued that some subjects like Science and Technology are much more worth it to study rather than history. I completely agree with this view.

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It is important to use the English language for the development of tourism. Some people think that this will lead to English being spoken globally. Discuss its advantages and disadvantages.

It has been widely observed that the use of the English language is crucial for the development of tourism. While this development brings certain benefits, it also poses several drawbacks. This essay will examine both the advantages and disadvantages before drawing a reasoned conclusion.

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In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering form health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent to you agree or disagree with this opinion?

It is generally considered that people who eat too much fast food are struggling with health problems; others believe that the government should impose a high cost on this kind of food. In my opinion, I completely agree with this statement.

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