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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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More and more people suffer from health problems caused by a modern lifestyle which cannot be treated by modern medicine. Some people think that a return to traditional medicine is warranted. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The number of sick people caused by the new era's lifestyle has increased lately. Modern medical systems are proving to fail in treatment for some diseases, while some people have the opinion that traditional cure has to be the best approach. I will present that a combination between both methods will be perfect.

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New technologies have changed the way children spend their free time. Do advantages of this outweigh disadvantages?

Nowadays, new technologies, such as mobile phones and tablets, have changed how kids spend their free time. There are some advantages and disadvantages. Overall, I believe that there are more pros than cons.

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Advertising is nowadays often targets children or products like fast food and toys. Many people believe this is bad for children and their families. Do you agree or disagree, give reasons with examples

Undoubtedly, commercials of fast food outlets giving freebies have become a topic of controversy because one school of thought opines that these advertisements have detrimental consequences. I am completely in favour of this notion. This essay will shed light on the reasons supporting my opinion with the help of real-life examples.

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Many species of animals and plants are in danger of becoming extinct. What are the causes of this problem, and what can be done to prevent it from happening

It is true that the decline in the number of flora and fauna is a pressing issue confronting many countries worldwide. While this can be a result of human activities, in my opinion, there are numerous steps that governments and individuals should take into consideration.

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Accommodation and transport problems are increasing in many large cities. Businesses are encouraged to move to rural areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

In today's globalizing world, accommodation and transportation are the most concern in numerous urban center areas. Some people believe that companies and enterprises should relocate to the countryside. From my personal perspective, I am totally convinced by this ideal, and this essay shall elaborate on the rationale.

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In many countries, international tourism has become an important source of income. However, it also has negative effects. Do the benefits of international tourism outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In recent days, many countries have claimed that global tourism has enlarged as a significant source of foreign currenct flow into national threasures. Even this economic outcome has negative effects for a country, international tourism is effective to attract new entrepreneurs. In addition to this, this interaction provides appropriate environment for cultural exchange in the long term. This essay will discuss why the merits outweight the drawbacks cristal clear.

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Some people say that technologies such as mobile phones are disrupting social interaction. Do you agree or disagree?

Many people believe that technologies, for example mobile phone, are making gaps in social interaction. I strongly disagree about the statement because it can make this life easier by getting news faster, as well as becoming entertaining tool and will explain the reasons in the following paragraphs.

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Many people believe that women make better parents than men and that is why they have the greater role in raising children in most societies. Others claim that men are just as good as women at parenting. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people say that women have the biggest role when it comes to raise children in communities, while other people argue that men also as great as women in raising children. This essay will discuss both views and give the author’s opinion on the statement.

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In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages

Advances in technology in the transit system have resulted in the emergence of self-driving transportation, which possesses numerous effects on human life. From my perspective, I believe its merits outweigh the drawbacks strongly. In this essay, I will analyze this controversial topic with various rationales.

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In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the histrory of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?

It is true that many people in some parts of the world are fond of knowing about buildings' historical background. There are several reasons for this interest and also a variety of ways to obtain such informations, which in the following paragraphs will be discussed

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In many countries, childhood obesity is a growing problem. What are the reasons for this and what can individuals and governments do to tackle the problem?

Childhood obesity remains one of the biggest problems to tackle in the modern world. This essay will discuss the possible reasons for the matter as well as propose solutions and actions that can be taken by individuals as well as government to tackle the issue.

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Space travel has been possible for some time and some people believe that space tourism could be developed in the future. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

One day, travelling to space will be more accessible and there is a strong belief that space tourism will potentially thrive in the future. From my perspective, there are both merits and drawbacks to exploiting a tourist industry in space.

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Every country should have a free health service, even if this means that the latest medical treatments may not be available through the service because they are too expensive. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In the current world, most of the hospitals have very expensive medical treatments. It is believed that, such services should be free of cost all over the world despite high-rated modern medical technology is not offered. This essay will discuss why having such free treatment is essential from the citizens perspective.

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Solving environmental problems should be the responsibility of one international organization rather than the responsibility of each national government. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is argued that one global institution should be responsible for environmental problems, while some people believe that each national government should take responsibility instead. While acknowledging the reasons for this proposal, I partly agree with it for several reasons.

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Some people claim that public museums and art galleries will not be needed because people can see historical objects and works of art by using a computer. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

In the recent times, the only way to see pieces of art or historical artefacts was by visiting public museums and galleries. Nowadays, people can admire them on the internet. Group of people consider that such public places like galleries will not be need because of the internet. I disagree with this opionion, such places as galleries and museums should exist for financial and entertainment reasons.

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Email is a fast and convenient way to communicate, and written letters aren't needed anymore. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Since the technology has been improved rapidly, it makes our life more convenient. It is suggested that communicating via email is faster and easier than writing paper letters and that paper letters no more needed. I agree with that statement, because delivering the information by email saves time and resources.

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In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some people believe that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

People's opinions differ as to it is whether or not advantageous for countries to have citizens gaining a huge sum of revenue. While it is argued that governments should restrict extraordinary salaries, I personally believe that it is beneficial for both society and residents.

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Most leaders or directors generally belong to an older age group, but some people believe that young leaders are better. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion.

Commonly, Some people believe elderly belong to be a leader while others think that younger has a better leadership. However, it can be measured how to find a good leader with some indicators. From my point of view, older people have a great capability to become a leader rather than the younger ones due to their experience and wisdom.

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Nowadays many people have access to computers on a wide basis and a large number of children play computer games. What are the negative impacts of playing computer games and what can be done to minimize the bad effects?

Nowadays many people say that playing computer games can affect children’s mentality, and the way they react, and I agree with this, by just looking at the numbers of children staying in home and doing nothing rather than “gaming”.

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Many people sayt that we now live in ,,consumers societiesʼʼ where money and possessions are given to much importance. To what extent do you agree or diagree

In the contemporary era, there is an ongoing debate wheather money and position get maximum priority or not. I strongly believe that consumerism results in a classification between rich and poor on the basis of possessions and power.

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