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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Nowadays, most children prefer to spend several hours playing with electronic devices over doing more traditional leisure activities. What problem does this cause? What do you think are possible solutions?

In this increasingly digital world, many youngsters would rather spend most of their time playing online games than do outdoor activities. This essay will discuss the issues caused and propose some possible remedies.

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Fast food is a part of life in many places. Some people think this has bad effects on lifestyle and diet. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, fast food is so popular that it has become an integral part of our lives. Although it provides much convenience to busy individuals, it is contended by many that fast food contributes to poor lifestyle and unhealthy eating habit. I firmly agree with this statement as the prevalence of fast food discourages home cooking and leads to rising rate of obesity.

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The global demand for oil and gas is increasing. Some believe that we should therefore encourage the exploitation of remote areas. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

In this modern epoch, with increasing the population demand of oil and gas also increasing around the world. Some believe that people encourage the exploitation of untouched places. This trend has more drawbacks than benefits; this essay discusses it briefly for the following reasons.

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Some people think that the government should strictly control the supply of fresh water, while others think we can use as much water as we want. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is always a debate about how to use water correctly. Recently, people have posed a question of whether the government should take their control to limit the supply of fresh water due to its scarcity, and let citizens have access to the water resource freely. in my opinion, I think authorities should focus on other solutions rather than decreasing the source of drinkable water. In this essay, I will discuss both sides and give clearly my thoughts.

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Some people believe that it is important to give gifts to friends and family to show that we care about them. Others think that there are better ways to show that we care. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Many people think that they should give gifts to make their family, friends and loved ones happy and have a good relationship. This opinion is also true on the one hand, but not all good relationships are based on gifts. I suppose.

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Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects, Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

Nowadays, there is a great variety of subjects in addition to the main subjects in college. Students can decide whether or not to attend in these courses according to their own views. Some of them may learn about these additional subjects, while others may choose to devote all their time to the main courses. In my opinion, although it is important to have a good performance in the main classes, having extra subjects is a better choice for college students.

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Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to bee shared freely. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, when sharp development in different fields of studies can be observed, people argue whether knowledge must be accessible or person should pay to get it. It is agreed , that valuable information requires years of studies , therefore not everything should be shared for free. This essay ,firstly, will discuss why it is necessary to provide people with sufficient knowledge and with what kind, followed by an analysis of reasons why some experiences should be gained by a fee.

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In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn. Discuss both sides and express your opinion.

It is considered by some that high salaries make benefits for a country whereas other people think that salaries should be controlled and limited by the government. In my opinion, I believe that achieving balance is key and there should be neither excessively regulated nor inadequately monitored salaries.

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Scientists and technology experts seem to be more valued by modern society than musicians and artists. To what extent do you agree

Many people are convinced that academics and technocrats more valuable than musicians and artists in contemporary world. In my opinion, from the point of view of public importance, many creative professions are not strictly necessary. In turn, technical specialists and researchers are needed by society to solve important problems of living.

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Demand for gas and oil is increasing and so finding new sources in remote and untouched areas is a necessity. Do the advantage of this is outweigh the Like disadvantages?

In this contemporary era, with increasing demand for automobile vehicles directly leads to an increased supply of oil and gases. However, to reduce that government should implement new policies to look for new resources in remote or unaltered areas. Besides, it has a plethora of merits that surpass the demerits. This essay shall discuss both the view in the following paragraphs.

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Everyone should stay in school until the age of eighteen , considering the significance of primary & secondary level education in a learner's life. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?

Everyone has the right to receive an education. As we know primary school plays an important role for children. Children must get enough education however it can be a foundation for lifelong learning, intellectual growth, and development skills. I totally agree that everyone should stay in school until the age of eighteen as they will get many benefits from school

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Watching alone People these days watch TV, films and other programmes alone rather than with other people. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, life has become more convenient as people spend more time on entertainment by streaming services and computers alone, than spending their time with friends and family. In this essay, the writers will examine the advantages and disadvantages of entertainment and offer the writer's opinion.

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Professional workers like doctors, nurses and teachers make a greater contribution to society and so should be paid more than sports and entertainment personalities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Currently individuals believe that professions like nurses, doctors and teachers are not adequately appreciated and should receive higher compensation than, particularly when compared to the salaries earned by people such as film actors and bosses, whose contributions may be deemed less essential in relation to their earnings. Personally, I tend to think that certain professions, like nursing, medicine, teaching are undervalued and should be compensated more fairly.

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It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?

There is a discussion about the crucial value, both in personal and work lives, for someone to take a risk on something. I believe that the benefits of taking risks outweigh the drawbacks.

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Full-time university students need to spend most of their time studying. Some people, however, claim that students needed to be involved in other activities as well. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

In universities, students expend a lot of time heeding to their studies, and the importance of education has never been in doubt. But, some people argue that students should also focus on extracurricular activities during their college days. In this essay, I will discuss why I agree with the former perspective.

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in their advertising bsinesses nowadays ususally emphasise that their products are new in some way. whay is this ? do you think it is a positife or negative development?

In this contemporary era, because of technological advancement, the marketing management field is playing a significant role in the market. The companies are always underscoring that their goods and products are the latest in a certain way. In this essay, my standpoint is that it can cause negative development for consumers and society.

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Some old people today struggle with the use of modern techonologies such as smartphones and computers. What is the cause of this? What are some possible solutions?

In the last few decades, many old people have not known how to use devices such as laptops, or even smartphones because of some causes. For example, they become too old that they can not see small words very well, buying glasses will be the solution to the problem; therefore, talking about these causes and possible solutions in the next few paragraphs might help the elderly control some latest technologies.

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Rich countries often give money to poorer countries, but it does not solve poverty. Therefore, develop countries should give other types of help to the poor countries, rather than financial aid. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

In this world underdeveloped countries are in need of all of types of aids especially from industrialized nations. When it comes to help these countries developed states usually donate financial aids, which is not enough for poverty eradication, and at the end it is necessary to look for another types of help. In this essay it will be discussed that how essential it is to assist poor countries through other measures rather than giving them money.

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The qualities and skills that people require to be successful in today’s world cannot be learned at university or at other academic institutions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays the eminences and skills are required and it is cannot be learned at school. I totally agree because the workplace is more practical and schools mostly teach theory. This essay will present some reasons for this problem.

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Some people think that parents should teach their children how to be good members of the society. Others, however, believe that schools are the best places to learn this. Discuss both these views.

One of the most important aspects of a person's social life is participation in society and be a beneficial member of it. It is a matter which needs to be thought and there are different ways for this acquisition. I believe that it is both parents and schools that are responsible for this issue.

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