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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Young people are often influenced by their peers. This is called peer pressure. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

These days, there's a general debate over the issue of young adolescents being influenced by peer groups. Some people believe that peer pressure has more strength than drawbacks, while others say that it has more demerits than merits. Both sides have reasonable points but in my opinion, this say will agree with the formal statement.

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Young people who commit crime should be punished the same way as adults who commit crime. Do you agree or disagree?

In today's world crime has increased steadily with an increase in population. It is often argued that people under 18 who go against the law should be penalized in the same way an adult would be.In my opinion, they should not be punished in the same way.

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Some people believe that students should be taught international news as a subject at school. Others feel that this would be a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both views and give your opinion

There has been a remarkable increase in the number of people advocating that nationwide news must be instiled as a part of the curriculum whilst others believe that this situation might be a waste of time and the time can be spent on their lessons. In this essay, I will delve into this by considering this topic and explain why I support this remark which might be beneficial for students.

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Competitiveness is considered a good quality in most societies nowadays. How does it affect individuals? Do you think this is positive or negative?

These days, it is believed in many nations that competitiveness is beneficial. This mainly results in individuals who are ready to face the hardships of life, and I personally believe that such a trait impacts positively upon the financial status of individuals and countries.

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Some people say that television is useful in education, while others say it is useful only for entertainment. Discuss both of these views and give your opinion as to the usefulness of television as an educational tool.

Some individuals claim that television is an useful tool for education while others think that it is more for fun. In my opinion, watching tv has far more educational aspects than entertainment facilities.

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Some people say that the only reason for /earning a foreign language Is In order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

People argue about the reason why learning another language. Some of them say that the only reason is to take holiday or get a job abroad. Meanwhile, others think that there are many reasons for it. In this essay, I will share my point of views about these statements.

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Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Doe this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?

Nowadays, more and more people do not find enough time for leisure activities because of working long hours. In my opinion, being occupied in work with long hours has detrimental impacts on mental and physical health.

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Online currencies have become more common in recent years. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?

The advance of online currencies has become a notable trend in recent years, driven by advances in technology and changes in consumer behaviour.

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Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

These days, a public debate has been going on over whether some subjects are more important than others in school. While History classes are supported by some people, others tend to agree that Science and Technology have a high relevance in the learning process. Personally, I am in favour of the former view.

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•Illiteracy continues to be a concern for many countries in the world today. What are the causes of illiteracy in the modern world, and what effects does it have on the people concerned and on society as a whole?

The progress of a nation largely depends on its improvement in the education sphere . Whereas illiteracy is one of the curses of modern society and concurrently, continues to be a serious matter of concern across geography. Though the extent of this educational darkness varies across nations, it has some severe damaging effects on the community. In my essay, I shall discuss the causes of illiteracy in today's world and subsequently, elucidate the adverse effects of an uneducated race on societal goals.

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Nowadays, many families have both parents working. Some working parents believe other family members like grandparents can take care of their children, while others think childcare centers provide the best care. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Children are the living jewelry, all parents in this world want the best for their child. Therefore they work hard to fulfill their children’s needs. A study conducted by Diponegoro University in 2018, published in SINTA’s website, one third of parents in Semarang, both father and mother working. It causes parents need someone to take care of their child. Some parents prefer to place their heir with their family members, such as grandmother, and aunt. On the other hand, they trust a childcare center with many facilities for their child.

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In their advertising businesses nowadays usually emphasize that their products are new in some way. Why is this the case? Do you think it’s a positive or negative development?

Today, adverts are believed to pervasively insist on the fact that their products are different and new, compared to the rest of the products in the markets. The essay will discuss the possible reasons why and provides a personal opinion on whether or not the development is positive.

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Today, people have become accustomed to living in “throwaway” society which means that they use things for a short time and then throw away. What are the causes of this? What problems may this lead to?

Nowadays, there is a huge wasting problem in our society and people sometimes do not have the awareness to reues or recycle many things such as plastic bags. However, this behaviours can make a big environmental problem and also a waste of social resources. In this essay, the causes and the problems of this situation will discussed.

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Some people believe that governments should pay full course fees for students who want to study in universities. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Nowadays, more people are entering higher education than ever, yet some youngsters cannot access it due to their economic situations. It is argued whether governments should intervene by paying the fees of the whole course of study for each student who wants to obtain a tertiary education. I totally agree that institutions should guarantee equal opportunity, offering free university courses to every citizen.

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In country where there is a high unemployment, most pupils should be offered only primary education. There is no point in offering secondary education to those who will have no hop of finding a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some places where there is a high percentage of people unemployed, and get support from governments. Though there are some limitations to the application to support, it still causes many problems for residents of living. According to many facts in countries, there are several difficult situations and I partially agree that people can not get support because of their education, I will express my ideas in this essay.

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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 a positive or negative development?

When the product emphasize with advertising and businesses nowadays, this leads to a positive impact due to attracting people to buy the product and cost-effective offered.

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Scholarships are a great opportunity to gain the study you like. What are the main advantages or disadvantages of studying abroad?

In today's perpetually transforming epoch. Student are more concentrating on their academic work. However, few massesopoin that scholarships are good thinking for people to acknowledge study which they want. I fully agree with the statement and give some advantages in forthcoming paragraphs.

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The wealth gap between 1st world countries and 3rd world countries seems to be increasing. How can we reduce this gap? Do you think that developed countries have a duty to assist developing countries in every way?

It is commonly thought that there is a huge growing economic difference between the most developed and developing countries. Some people believe that 1st world countries ought to provide help to 3rd world countries. in my opinion the wealth gap must be reduced by providing help to undeveloped territories.

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Advertising is increasing the sales of products that people do not need. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is believed by certain individuals that advertisement in any form is rapidly growing the purchase of goods which are of no use for the public. I partially agree with this notion as it also awares the crowd about the right services to choose from an ample variety of products that are available nowadays.

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Parents should encourage children to spend less time in studies and more time on physical activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Parents are the real supporter in children's life. Focusing on health as well as on the academics is equally vital for their children. In my ,opinion both aspects are important, In this ,essay I will discuss views.

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