IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 556

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Interview form the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are better methods. To what extent to you agree or disagree?

The interview section is the most vital part of the hiring process. It is the time for knowing the interviewee and also for the person being interviewed to learn some information about the company. But, some people think that interview is not an accurate way of selecting whom to employ. In my opinion, the interview will always be the best way of choosing the right candidate for a certain position in an establishment.

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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

Young people are motivated to go to work or travel before starting their university studies in some countries, as this gives people to apply practical knowledge and gain more experience in the field. But this also creates a gap between studies, because once they started to earn money people may get distracted on continuing their higher studies instead, they focus more on earning much more.

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In some countries, marriages are arranged by the parents but in other cases, people choose their own marriage partner. Discuss both systems and state one do you think is better?

It has always been argued that in some parts of the nation, parents arrange marriage for their children, whereas children is allowed to be their partners. In my opinion, I favour the latter perspective; however, this essay shall dwell on both viewpoints in the subsequent paragraphs.

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in their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way why is this? Do you think it is positive or negative development

Many companies claim their outcomes to be brand new as they introduce the goods in the advertisement which becomes a common occurrence in recent days. There would be one possible reason that explains this propensity, and I personally think that is a downgrade.

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Soma people think that exercise is the key a health while others feel that having a balanced diet is more important

Some people are of the view that sports play an important role in health confidence,while other people argue that keeping a diet is more crucial for human health.I share this view that training with any kind of sports useful than a diet.

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Some parents believe that reading entertainment books is a waste of time. In their opinion, children should read only serious, educational books. Do you agree or dis agree? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own experience.

Few parents think that reading entertainment books is a loss of time. According to them, children must read only serious educational books. I agree with this statement.

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In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them?

In some countries the weight of individuals is rising and their physical health are declining. In the following essay I will discuss the reason of this problem and provide some solution for the problems.

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Every year several languages die out. Some people think that it is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Yearly, many languages extinct. Some individuals believe that this phenomena would be crucial to make life easier if people uses fewer languages in the world. In the following essay, I will discuss why I would disagree with the statement.

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Some believe that pupils should be given less homework, others say the opposite. What is your opinion?

It continues to be controversial if the assignment given to students should be reduced. Although, there may be valid reasons for this, I do not support this idea.

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Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise, pollution, and airport construction. One reason for this is the growth in low-cost passenger flights, often to holiday destinations. Some people say that government should try to reduce air traffic by taxing it more heavily. Do you agree or disagree?

Some argue that low cost passenger flights lead to more noise pollution and airport construction. As a solution, governmental institutions should raise the prices to discourage community to use this way of transport. I fully disagree this statement because air traffic is not the only source for this kind of pollution. Are alternative ways for cars or factories which deffienttly help it, or better places for airports where pollution can be kept under control.

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Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed rather than to work for a company. why might be this case? what could be the disadvantage of being self-employed? give your reasons for answer

In recent years, freelancing has increased and people prefer to work without having superiors. There are lots of reasons for this phenomenon ,also there could be advantages and drawbacks too.

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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?

Nowadays, in some groups of young generation usage of smartphones is part of their daily routine. I think the chief cause might be the development of social networks. I personally do not have a positive attitude toward the consumption of smartphones.

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Somesome disadvantages to study abroad. There are some advantages to this and some disadvantages. Write an essay and give both ideas.

Students today have many ideas and decisions to make. One of these decisions is if they should study in another country . This essay will examine the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad .

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Boxing is a bloody sport that often results in physical injuries. It is inappropriate for this sport to exist in the modern age. Do you agree or disagree?

Advertisements are very popular nowadays and they influence everyone who is exposed to them in the direct or indirect manner. The problem is that young kids are influenced as well. The question to ask is should such commercial be allowed or not. There are different opinions, though I believe that it can be allowed.

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Nowadays, online shopping is rapidly replacing physical shopping in stores. Do the befefits outweigh the drawbacks, in your view?

The popularity of internet shopping have increased dramatically in recent years and it overtook the position of in-store shopping. Although purchasing one's need online has been a time-saver and flexible resource, this tend to create negative impacts on product judgement and employment. In this essay, I will discuss both views and outline the reason why I belive the befefits of internet shopping outweigh the drawbacks.

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Fewer young people play sports these days. why is this? What can be done to encourage more young people to do sports.

It has been claimed that a small quantity of the young generation doing sport at present. In this ,essay I will extend potential reasons for this and express my view on how to attract them to play sports.

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Many young people are leaving their homes in rural areas to study or work in the cities. What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Many adolescents leave the rural area where they live in order to study or work in the cities . the forthcoming essay will examine the benefits and do they outweigh the drawbacks along with discussing the reasons .

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in some areas of the US a curfew is imposed in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult what is your opinion about this?

in particular places of the US under aged individuals are not allowed to be outside on the street without an adult companion after a certain time at night. Although this restriction may not be beneficial in some circumstances I believe it would bring more advantages.

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An increasing number of people now are using the internet to meet other and socialize, some think this has brought people closer together while other think people are becoming more isolated. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Technological advancement in the last few decades change the way people communicate and interact with other people through the internet. Some people have different opinions regarding this phenomenon which leads to people becoming less socialized in the real world. In this essay, I will outline various points of view regarding this trend in our social lives.

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Every day, millions of tons of food are wasted all over the world. Why do you think this is happening? And how can we solve this problem?

In recent years, governments around the world have been calling on entities to pay closer attention to food waste due to its far-reaching effects, both nationally and globally. Given that decomposing food waste can cause a whole host of environmental problems, identifying the reasons is key to finding solutions.

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