IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 61

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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It is the responsibility of individuals to save and provide for their own retirement. Governments have no obligation to provide this benefit. To what extend to you agree or disagree with these statements?

Recently, problems regarding pensions have bothered many countries, sparking a debate about the responsibilities of life planning. Some people say people should be responsible for their own life until its end and not rely on a government, while others say not. I partly agree with the latter idea for the following reason.

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Some people feel that manufacturers and supermarkets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods others argue that customers should avoid buying goodswith a lot of packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

While it is said that suppliers have a duty to make lighter packages for products, many people argue that buyers should also change their behaviours to contribute to that environmental misison. I agree with the first opinion more than the second one because consumers' decisions are driven by prices.

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Some people think that children should start school sooner while others believe ‎they should not start it before seven. Discuss both views, and give your own ‎opinion.‎

In recent years, the schooling age has become a pressing concern. Some individuals assert that youngsters should begin school at an early age, while others favour that they should start after turning seven. This essay intends to analyse both perspectives along with my opinion in the upcoming paragraphs.

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Some parents buy their children a large number of toys to play with. What are the advantages and disadvantages for the child of having a large number of toys?

The importance of buying a large number of toys which was always debatable has now become more controversial with many people claiming that it is beneficial while others reject this notion. The substantial influence of this trend has sparked the controversy over this potential impact in recent years. In my opinion, buying many toys for children is not good. This essay will further elaborate on both positive and negative effects of this trend and thus will lead to a logical conclusion.

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New parents should attend a parenting course to gain better knowledge on how to raise their children. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Many people say that new parents should attend parenting classes to learn how to raise their children correctly. In this essay, we elaborate on why parents should enrol in such courses to have a better understanding of off-springs needs.

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Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment. Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?

Many offenders who break the law after serving their punishment in prison , again enter the jail for a new felony. This is due to a lack of opportunities outside the jail to start a new life , and psychological issues lead to repeating the same problems. A lot of solutions to stop this problem should be established by decision-makers and the government .

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Nowadays many people complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lack of sleep? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

When getting not enough bedtime, lack of sleep causes some difficulties. Nowadays, researchers are studying to fix the problem. In this essay, I will examine reasons and explain why I feel that the real issue is effect of technological developments on our sleep routines.

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some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations

Some argue that it is important to accept a negative circumstance we come across, whereas others emphasize that seeking solutions for such problems. This essay discusses both viewpoints and why I side with the problem-solving approach which is stronger and yields better results.

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Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving a car or motor-bike. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, every person should have driving skills for their life. A statement claimed that the minimum age for driving should be added to ensure safety, whereas others don't agree with this statement. In my opinion, I fully agree with those who have this statement due to many young people's accidents.

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somebelieve it is better ti have children on daycares but other believe that it is good to children at home. discuss both views

It is becoming increasingly common for parents to send their children to daycare centers due to their demanding schedules. Some individuals believe that children are better off being cared for by family members, while others argue that daycare centers offer more structured and professional care. This essay will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both options.

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The only way to improve safety of our roads is to give much stricter punishments on driving offenses. To what extent do you agree with this idea? (REVANN)

The statement notes that increasing road safety is only possible if strict penalties are imposed. This essay disagrees with this thought because while giving stricter punishments are important for safety, but that is not the only way to improve the security of roads. Governments can use alternative measures such as improving infrastructure, promoting education, and enhancing enforcement are more effective in creating long-term road safety.

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Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crimes” Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is no denying the fact that the primary goal of prisons is to rehabilitate offenders and reduce crime. While some argue that increasing prison sentences is an effective deterrent to crime, others believe that long-term incarceration fails to address the root causes of criminal behavior. This essay will discuss both perspectives before concluding with my own viewpoint.

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In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Shifting from the countryside to developed places has become a common trend in the world. This is because many people feel that they might be able to get better opportunities, however, I do not believe this is advantageous because it will create

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The only way to improve safety of our roads is to give much stricter punishments on driving offenses. To what extent do you agree with this idea?

Safety roads are essential in any country which wants to improve its lifestyle. The question is, There is only one method to improve the safety of roads is to increase stricter punishments. I do not agree with this poin due to there are many successful ways else. In this essay, I am going to discuss Dangerous roads, especially at nigh, are a growing concern due to factors like alcohol and reckless driving. Stricter laws and education could help address this issue."

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Too much emphasis is given for the education of students. More government money should be spent on free time activities for young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is a contentious issue whether the public education budget is spent well or not. Some think the government should prioritize knowledge. In contrast, some believe that they neglect things such as leisure activities. In this essay, I will explain why I strongly opt for focusing on education.

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The only way to improve safety of our roads is to give much stricter punishments on driving offenses. To what extent do you agree with this idea?

In this contemporary epoch, it is crucial to attain full educational material to reach at full potential. However, there are predominantly two contrasting views on choosing valuable sources of subjects. A section of society vehemently deems that practical way of learning is beneficial while others believe that rendering theories have a more significant role. I opine that a substantial proportion of both methods is vital for students to acquire overall qualifications.

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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?Zhazira.

In the future, all cars, buses, and trucks may be driverless, meaning that only passengers will travel inside. In my opinion, the advantages of driverless vehicles do not completely outweigh the disadvantages for some reason which can have impact on peolpe.

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Some people think that money one of the most essential factors in promoting hapiness. Do you think people can be happy without much money? What other factors contribute towards hapiness? Zhazira

Certain people opine that the key factor for our satisfaction is money. I agree with the view that people can cheerfully live with

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Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others aregue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Every person in their breath faces a bad situation some will accept others will fight back. In my view, while accepting your situation is practical at the same time you can put your effort into making the situation better. In this essay, we will see both views of accepting the the bad situation and being resilience also improve the situation and be empowered.

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Some people think that the increase in the number of obese people should be the responsibility of the governments, while others think it should be the responsibility of individuals.

In this essay I will be talking about the increase in the number of obese people and who should take responsibility. The governments or the individuals themselves. I will discuss both sides, offer general solutions and sum it up at the end.

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