IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 468

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

5.5

band

In the future, nobody will buy printed newspaper or books because they will be able to read everything they want to online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is true that traditional newspapers or books will be delayed by the appearance of online news. Although, this has some disadvantages, I strongly disagree with news on Internet due to some reasons below.

5.5

band

These days a lot of movies and music are free to download online. Is this a positive or negative development?

Over the past few decades, modern technology has developed significantly, including the Internet. There are a bunch of websites and apps that offer free movies or music. I claim that it is a positive development, because it is affordable for everyone who has access to the Internet and it is comfortable for poor society.

5.5

band

Many students find it difficult to focus or pay attention at school nowadays. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this problem?

At the present time, most students are facing a hard time concentrating at school. It is very common to get distracted from the work or study you are involved in especially if you lack interest. Furthermore, involving in different activities at the same time also affects the level of attentiveness in an individual. This essay will discuss the above-mentioned causes in detail and provide feasible solutions.

5.5

band

In some countries, many people are choosing to live alone nowadays than in the past. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Recently, there has beenwas a rising trend of living by oneself in some countries. In my own perspective, living alone has the potential to bring about benefits on a personal level while there remains some impact on individual cost of living and state of negative emotion.

5.5

band

People should choose their course of study not on the basis of their own interests, but based on the kinds of jobs they can get. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is argued that the selection of the educational field should lie on the kinds of employment they can get rather than their field of curiosity. I disagree with this statement and take the view that people should act on the basis of their passion. This essay will discuss mental issues created as a result of wrongly selected fields of study as well as the difficulty in finding a workplace in a widespread area.

5.5

band

In most countries, young people form a large proportion of those who are unemployed. Why this is the case, and what can be done to solve the problem?

In the contemporary epoch, there is an irrefutable debate among folks that youngsters are facing challenges toward merging into society’s workforce. In the world, there are a great amount of youngsters that are idle in many nations. This essay will elucidate the reasons for this phenomenon as well as solutions to tackle them.

5.5

band

Some think governments should be responsible for providing retired people with financial assistance, while others believe individuals should make provisions for themselves. Discuss both views and give your own opinion

Some would argue that governments should take care of retired people with financial problems, while others say that humankind should provide for themselves. Despite the fact that the administration should allocate funds to people after retirement, I believe that individuals should protect themselves.

5.5

band

Details of politicians’ private lives should not be published in newspapers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is believed that the information about the personal lives of politicians should not be shared in newspapers. I completely agree with this statement because it affects their mental health and image adversely.

5.5

band

Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?

With growing awareness of food nutrition, consuming a large portion of sugar is harmful to our health. Whether or not increasing the price of sugary products could discourage people from consuming them has become a widely debated topic. While many believe that it is not an effective method to stop them from taking sugar, others maintain that they should do it. Given that price is not the main concern and there is freedom of trade, I strongly disagree that it should not be a good way to prevent people from eating sugary products by just raising the price.

5.5

band

29.In recent years, “responsible tourists” have paid attention to preserving both culture and environment of the places they visit. However, some people say that it is impossible to be a “responsible tourist”. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that it is not possible for people who travel, to maintain their culture and care for the environment when visiting other places. This essay disagrees with this statement because individuals are taught to protect the world and investigations are done first.

5.5

band

In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.

It is advised that students who graduate from high school take a one-year break before entering university and do other activities such as traveling or working. This essay will discuss the merits of this suggestion which are experiencing a different lifestyle and having a refreshment opportunity and its drawbacks which are considered bewilderment and academic study forgetfulness.

5.5

band

Write an essay to describe a lost item. Do you agree or disagree

Jenny looked in her bag to find her passport, but it was not there. Her maze was puzzled and she started panicking and crying because she was extremely confused since she had traveled to a foreign country and she had a scheduled flight back the other day.

5.5

band

Computers are often argued to be the most important invention of the last hundred years. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

There is an assumption that computers are the most significant invention since the 20th century. I believe this innovative devices bring many communication services and job opportunities into our lives, and I agree with their invention is potentially the most important one compared to others over a hundred years.

5.5

band

Lack of fresh water is becoming a global issue of increasing importance. What problem does this shortage cause? what measures could be taken to overcome these problems?

Freshwater scarcity is turning becoming a major worldwide concern. What issue is brought about by this shortage? When people gradually lose clean water sources for use, it will affect people's lives and can lead to losses of lives from using contaminated water.

5.5

band

Young people spend a lot of free time at mall, this can be negative. Do you agree or disagree?

Shopping mall has become a popular place for many people to spend their leisure times. This is no exception for youngsters. Nowadays youngsters spend their excessive amount of time at the shopping center. I strongly agree that this can be perceived as negative because not only the consumerism behaviour they develop but also unproductive activities they do.

5.5

band

Every year several languages die out. Some poeple think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are few langauges in the world. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this option.

In some countrys' mother tongues have been forgotten and neglected due to reduction of usage by poeple each year. One group of people believe that the world having one linguistic will make poeple's lives comfortable. In my opinion, I agree with the statement as it will help in build up peace with communities and distribute knowledge and technologies among all around the world. Although, one negative impact will be losing a part of a coummunity's identity and originality.

5.5

band

Despite health warnings, a large number of people continue to smoke all over the world. Why should we be concerned about this? What solutions could you suggest?

Majority of masses around the globe keep on smoking regardless of the continuous health advisory being given to smokers. This essay shall delve deeper to discuss the reasons to be concerned about

5.5

band

learning English st school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English ? Should we tray to ensure the survival og local languages and , if so, how?

Some people tend to support an opinion that it is more significant to learn English at school rather that focus on studying local languages. However, it can lead to disappearance of local languages. I believe that we should combine studying both an international language, English, and local ones.

5.5

band

Some companies allow workers to dress casually, while others insist on a formal dress code. Discuss both views and express your opinion.

People have recently expressed different views on whether businesses should allow their staff to dress down at the workplace or employees must adhere to the company's formal dress code. Personally, I am in agreement with the former opinion for the following reasons.

5.5

band

Countries should restrict foreign companies from opening offices and factories in order to protect local businesses. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.

It is a fact that domestic companies are getting business hit due to entry of foreign entities, hence there are a lot of people who may argue that government should banned these entries. This essay will outline the reasons why I completely disagree with the notion, as these outside companies come up with latest technology for cost effectiveness, as well ass it really helps in maintain a healthy competitive environment.

🚀 Prepare for IELTS writing section today!

Unlimited Task 1 & Task 2 checks
Practice with essays, charts, and letters.
Personalized suggestions & mistake analysis
Spot every mistake and boost your score.
Topic ideas & vocabulary helpers
Expand your ideas and use the right words.
Progress tracking
Watch your writing improve with every practice.