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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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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?

Everyone has to face some difficult situations, in which people need to make risk decisions, both in their professional career and their private life. While there are many positive effects and negative effects, I think people need to be more cautious in making choices to ensure the advantages out weigh the disadvantages.

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Many young people say that mobile phones are the most important object that they own. Does the popularity of mobile phones among young people have more advantages or disadvantages?

It is undeniable fact that cell phones are important gadgets for many teenagers.Although it useful means of communication it comes with some demerits.In this , an essay I will discuss both the positive and negative impacts of using this modern-day technology.

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Some people feel that the design of newly constructed buildings in big cities should be controlled by governments. Others believe those who finance the construction of a building should be free to design it as they see fit. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

There is a controversy about which people should design the new buildings. Some people think that the government should take on this task. However, others believe that people who invest their money should do this, which is the same opinion as me.

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Home Schooling has become very popular in recent years. However, most people still believe that attending schools is the best way to obtain formal education. What are the advantages and disadvantages of home-schooling?

These days, there is an increasing trend in home-schooling. Some people think this trend is not desirable because of a disadvantage to it. However, I firmly believe its advantages outweigh a con.

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Some people believe that technology has made men more sociable, and others think that it has made us less sociable.Discuss both views?

It is undeniable that technology has its own merits and demerits.Socialising is an important aspect of today's world.Many resources have come up to help communicate with individuals living far away.While staying on social media has brought us together while it has also made us more isolated individulas.In this ,eassy I will elaborate on both these views.

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Write about the following topic: Nowadays plastic money replacements such as credit and debit cards are extremely popular, even more than banknotes and coins. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

These days there are many different ways to hold money and people have to carry cash or credit card. So, some people think that holding cash and keeping them in their pocket or wallet is a good way to catch money, while others think putting their money in a bank account is. This essay will discuss both sides and I will draw my personal conclusion.

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2.Some people think that only the students who are the best academic achievers should be rewarded. Others feel that it is more important to reward students who show improvements. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is a continuous argument about whether learners should be rewarded for their academic achievement or just for showing improvements.personally speaking, I see that the students should be supported and encouraged by just them sharing their little improvement so they encourage each other to do better.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of leaving your country to live or study abroad?

There is no denying the fact that the phenomenon of immigrating to live in a foreign nation is omnipresent across the globe due to its importance. Although the majority of folks are in favour of this statement due to its number of merits, others highlight its demerits first. In my further paragraphs, the advantages and disadvantages of moving abroad will be discussed.

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In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. what are the reason for this? how can people research this?

In the 21st century, in some countries knowing about the background of the house or apartment that folks inhabit is going to be a trend among people.

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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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Taking risks by the masses in their work lives and internal lives is prominent for their growth ,However balance should be required in folks' lives.This essay will elaborate merits and demerits of the same in the ensuing paragraphs.

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The problem of oil shortage in the world. Discuss the problem and effect of it

Oil is a finite resource that is essential for energy production and transportation, making it a crucial commodity for modern society. However, the world is facing an increasing problem of oil shortage due to the continuous use of this non-renewable resource. The growing demand for oil in developing countries and the lack of alternative energy sources have contributed significantly to this problem.

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Scientists agree that people are damaging their health by eating too much junk food. Some people think that the answer to this problem is to educate people. Others think education will not work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Scholars approve that people destroing their health by eating fast food alot. Several people believe that the solution to this problem is to have health education, while others think education is not enough. I would argue that people keenly need to learn about harmful effects of junk food.

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Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment.

While others believe that each type crime should have the same level of punishment, others argue that it not only about the crime itself ,but also about the reason of committing it.This essay discusses whether it right to give a fixed sentence of conviction for each type of crime or studying the circumstances before the judge, and then I will give my opinion.

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Some people claim that not enough waste from homes is recycled and that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The number of waste products generated from homes is still becoming small and the government regulations to give it a legal requirement is considered to increase the product. I personally agree towards this statement to some extent which I will elaborate more on below.

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Many people today are worried about ‘cybercrime’ such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does ‘cybercrime’ cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and businesses to take? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own experience. You should write at least 250 words.

In this modern era, where technology is sophisticated and up-to-dated, people and companies often face to cybercrime. Therefore, hacking can cause huge loss of money and fraud that should be solved.

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Some students prefer to take a gap year between high school and university to work or travel. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

In this contemporary world, people are getting used to the tendency to take a gap year of students between high school and university. Even though there are numerous advantages of this trend but the fact that students cannot bare with the drawbacks is needed to be considered.

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In recent years, the structure of a family and the role of its members are gradually changing. What kinds of changes can occur? Do you think these changes are positive and negative?

In the past few decades, the patterns of a family seem to be greatly diversified. There are several changes related to this trend regarding its organization and members' role. In my opinion, this tendency can be seen as progress.

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The personal information of many individuals is held by large internet companies and organisations. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

It is common for companies to ask for staff or customers' personal information such as passport ID, driving licence and bank details and save it on their cloud data or on the system.Therefore, the question arises whether our personal information is safe. I believe that, the cons outweigh the pros, hence in this essay we will discuss these and thus, come up with a reasoned conclusion.

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today we can see excessive consumption of natural resources such as air, fresh water, oil, and so on. The usage is increasing at a very dangerous pace and is already reaching critical levels. What are the reasons contributing to this? What should be done to minimize the effects?

This is the golden era through which we are passing. This 21 century most of massive development happening by technological assists. For this reason, our natural resources will decrease and threaten our planet. My point of view is that, we should see the effects and reduce the need for sustainable development.

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Some people think that spending a lot on holding wedding parties, birthday parties and other celebrations is just a waste of money. Others, however, think that these are necessary for individuals and the society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is considered by many that it is useless for spending a lot of money on celebrations parties such as wedding parties and birthday parties, whereas others argue these are necessary. This essay will discuss topics from both sides of view with some detailed explanations

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