IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 615

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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The world’s air pollution levels are rising year on year. What are the most pressing causes and effects of this disturbing trend?

Increasing levels of airborne pollutants have proved to be a major obstacle for humanity in the 21st century. This trend is predominantly caused by consumption patterns associated with rising global affluence, namely the increasing demand growing economies have for fossil fuels. These triggers and the effects rising rates of atmospheric pollution have on the planet will be examined in this essay.

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Sometimes it is better not to tell the truth. Give your opinion

Probably everybody would agree that telling the truth is the right thing to do. However, sometimes there is only a fine line between being honest and being rude or being polite and lying. Telling the truth may not be socially acceptable in every situation. In my view, it can sometimes be wiser and more socially acceptable not to frankly tell the truth to everybody.

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Some peoples believe single sex school are more beneficial to students because they achieve better academic results .other however argue that mixed school are better since student can develop better social skills

There is an ongoing explanation as to whether the advantages of single-sex schools out wight the advantage of mixed schools. The research found that single-sex school children are better achieved to their academic results when learning with the same sex.Many peoples believe mixed school Children are more social skills and cooperation compared with the single-sex school .Although both schools have valid points,I would argue that mixed schools are better for most children

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In this era, technology has been remarkably advancing, and people also apply it to educating students with a new method, compared to the conventional way of using lectures. From my point of view, a modern approach could bring many merits, yet concurrently, there are several demerits following those.

In the changing world today, we are moving to a technology driven era, where technology affects in many aspects, education is no exception. It is considered by some that it should have many benefits by replacing traditional study in the early days by applying technology study in modern times, whereas I believe that a wide range of drawbacks from that increased technological change.

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Interviews 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. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Mostly when you find work in different companies they required interviews to check if you are qualified for the position. But some people believe is not required for employment. I disagree with the statement interview is not necessary for employment.

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rich countries should aallow jobs for skilled and knowlegeable employers who are from poor coutries. Do you agree or disagree.

The issue of whether people who live in poor countries with experienced skills and knowledge should be allowed to work in rich countries has long been controversial. In my opinion, it is good for a country to have people who are skilled in specific fields, thus providing a competitive environment to society and in turn improving the quality of the country.

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More developing countries are given aid from international organizations to help them in their development plans. Some people argue that financial aid is important but others suggest that practical aid and advice are more important? Discuss both views and give your opinion.

More semi-developed countries receiving help from overseas organizations to improve their development aims. It is argued that helping with money is essential but others claims that asking for advices and practical help more essential. Although, receiving help financially is effective in short-term goals, l belive that getting help with advices and practical is more beneficial for long-term goal.

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In this day and age, novel technology is adopted in educating large numbers of students rather than merely lecturing. This essay will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of this trend.

In this day and age, technology has contributed to the change of the interaction between people. While this trend may bring some potential drawbacks, I would argue that they are eclipsed by such significant benefits.

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People are having more and more sugar-based drinks. What are the reasons? What are the solutions to make people drink less.

Now a day, more and more people are overweight. This is because they have lost the habit of a healthy diet, such as drinking a plethora of sweets. This essay attempts to shed light on the driving factors behind its problem prior to outlining several viable solutions that should be adopted to tackle it.

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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 motorbike. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There has been an argument on the best method to improve safety on roads while many think the most effective way to do so is to increase the minimum legal age for driving a vehicle , a lot of people disagree with this notion , i totally agree that rising the minimum legal age can contribute to fewer hazards on the road as drivers at higher age tend to be more mature and responsible than those of young drivers who sometimes use driving as a source of entertainment which can cause dangers .

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Do you agree or disagree with the statement: University students should be required to take basic science classes even if they are not part of the field of the study.

In recent years, there is a tendency that many universities in the world to strive to create mandatory basic science courses, which is regarded as a good measurement to extend the knowledge scope of college students. However, I hold the view that students who do not major in science or engineering should not be required to take those courses.

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Scientists say that junk food is harmful to people’s health. Some say the way ask people to leas fast food is educate them.while others say education doesn’t work.discuss both sides and give your opinion.

This day many individuals are getting fat because of their daily food habits. Without the proper information and discipline to diet it can harm our health. In this ,essay I will give my opinion.

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Today's teenagers have more stressful lives than previous generations. Discuss this view and give your own opinion.

In recent years, teenagers who have been living in developed countries have more stress instead of the previous generation. This is a crystal clear situation. The concept of living is more stressful than last before and hard. In this essay, I would like to provide more detail from my perspective.

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Nowadays, people always throw old things away and buy new things, whereas in the past, old things were repaired and used again. What factors cause this phenomenon? What effects does the phenomenon lead do?

In recent years, most people tend to purchase new items but throw old things away, while repair and use something old were very popular in the past. Although there are many feasible reasons of this trend, these sequences could be brought about.

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Nowadays, many people have to work longer hours and they feel stressed out than before. What are the reasons for stress at the workplace? What can employers do to make their employees life easier?

Stress, especially the workplace one has soared multifariously in the recent years. This is because employees have to perform for countless hours and it directly impacts their behavior reflecting in personal as well as in professional lives. This essay shall discuss various reasons for this phenomenon along with measures that will help to mitigate the situation.

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Many believe that modern technology has brought people together, but others say that it has driven us apart. Discuss both viewpoints and give your own opinion.

In modern life, technology has transformed the way that we form and maintain relationships. For some, these changes have been overwhelmingly positive but others believe that they have made us more isolated than before. I think that both of these views are valid but that the benefits outweigh the disadvantages.

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The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The given plans display the site of an airport now and how it will look after reconstruction next year.

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

I completely agree with this statement of nobody will buy magazines or newspapers in the future. However, there are some people who still prefer printed books or newspapers on their tables, those will be definitely enthusiasts of printed paper readers. In terms of online books, or sites, it has a lot of benefits in their own style. For instance, it is much cheaper than actual books, and some online books are free to access read and see, even audiobooks are also almost free on some online book platforms and youtube channels. If you have an iPad or tablet, or phone, you just have to get internet, and then to approach free novel sites, you can search for your favourite books, or daily online, and you can direct read them anywhere and anytime. Moreover, phones and tablets are just easier to carry by your hands rather than carrying heavy books in your bags. We can listen to audio of that book while reading it online. Approach to the online book process just took 5 minutes, right? On th...

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Countries around the world will be facing significant challenges relating not only to the environment, but population and education as well. What problems will your country face in the next ten years? How can these problems be overcome? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is an irrefutable fact that perilous issues that risk not only land's greenery but also, world count and literacy level are hovering all over the globe. To specify, elevation in global warming, overpopulation and illiteracy has become one of the major causes of concern for most of the countries. This essay shall further enlist probable problems that the Indian country will come across in the coming decade and suggest plausible solutions to handle such extremities.

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A person should never make an important decision alone. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Oftenly, most people make important decisions in their lives to change or to affect their future. These decisions might be about high school, university, job selections, etc. Some people indicate that a person should discuss the decision they make with others; nevertheless, others claim that people should decide for themselves with their own personal ideas. As far as I am concerned, a person should consult with other people for their plans and debate with them.

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