IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 74

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?

Packaged food and drinks such as coke and biscuits usually contain high sugar content which can lead to severe health problems in long-run. Some suggest that to discourage consumption of these products, they should be made more costly. I partially contend with this idea and I will elucidate the rationale supporting my perspective.

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As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, some governments are encouraging businesses to move to rural areas. Do you think that the advantages outweigh disadvantages?

Government in certain countries are aiding the relocation of industries from city centers to surbabs because of the growing issues in housing and transportation. In my opinion, I feel the benefits of this devlopment outshines the setbacks.

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All parents want the best opportunities for their children. There are some people who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a children's future. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

There is debate over that has the most significant impact on the eventual development skills of children , while some argue that focusing on specific subjects is better for an ancestors impending.I agree with the latter view

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Modern technology is being used more and more in different aspects of our lives, such as education. Do the advantages of using technology as an educational tool outweigh its disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

Using the internet and computer-realted technologies have became an essential part of our day to day lives.Without a doubt, they have transformed the educationl process in last few decads. I beleive that the benfits of using modern technological devices outweights their drawbacks.

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Some people think that the government should subsidize fruit and vegetables to make healthy food more affordable. Others argue that the government should tax unhealthy food instead. Discuss both views and give your own opinion Gives reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge.

Consumer behaviour changes over time. Currently, people tend to eat more unhealthy foods which contains a lot of sugar and processed foods. This behaviour increase the risk of health problems. This essay will analysis some efforts like subsidize healthy food or tax unhealthy food.

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In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, due to advances in medical facilities and greater social awareness of health care, people’s life expectancy is longer than the previous decade. some experts think that this ageing population has lots of disadvantages for governments. However, others argue that there are far more benefits. I think the pros of this situation outweigh its cons and in this essay, I will propose some reasons to this assumption.

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Some people think all lawbreakers should be put into prison, while others believe that there are better alternatives. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.”

According to some, the ones who broke the laws should be prisoned. Some hold the view against this and think that there should be a less cruel option. This essay will explore both perspectives and present my opinion.

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The best way to measure someone's success is to look at how much money that person has. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

In today's fast developing world success and money plays significant role in human's live, but I disagree with the following statement. In my opinion success should not be defined by wealth, as it ignores other essential aspects of human achievement and contribution. Two key reasons for this are the importance of personal development and the impact a person has on others.

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The free movement of of goods Across national borders has long been a controversial issue. Some people argues that it is necessary for economic growth, whilst others claim that it damage local industries. Discuss with both views and gove your opinion.

Recently, the issue of free-trading across overseas has become the subject of heated debate. Some people assert that it is essential for economic growth, while others argue otherwise. I wholeheartedly agree with the former stand. In the following essay, both views will be discussed before a conclusion with my opinion.

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It is sometimes argued that too many students go to university, while others claim that a university education should be a universal right.

Some of us discuss that the number of students enrolled in universities is way too big, whereas other people believe university education to be an ubiquitous right. Adressing this issue may not seem straightforward thus the following essay will discuss both sides.

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Developing countries requires international organizations' help. Some people prefer financial aid while others think practical aid and advice are better Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

Some people choose their business based on the earnings rate, while others are concerned about having a fulfillment in working. I believe that career achievement is better than a high earnings, because it will generate a good mental health and loyalty of workers.

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Some people think that success is the best measures for intelligence, while others think that intelligence can be measured in other ways. What is your opinion?

Some people choose their job based on the salary rate, while others are concerning to have a satisfaction in working. I believe that job satisfaction is better than a high salary, because it will generate a good mental health and loyalty of workers.

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A lot of people have become dependent on technology as it plays a big role in our daily lives. Do you agree that living in computer age has more advantages than disadvantages? Describe the positive and negative impacts of technology on our lives and give your opinion?

In this contemporary era, technology is progressing at an exponential rate, and it is an irrefutable fact that the vast majority of people are dependent on technology as it has become an integral part of our lives. I strongly believe that the advantages of technology outweigh the disadvantages.

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Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both these view and share your opinion.

Some individuals believe that it is beneficial to educate boys and girls in separate schools while other people think that boys and girls become advantaged more from going mixed schools. I personally believe that whilst going to separate schools allow students to concentrate more on their studies because there is no possibility of being attracted by their opposite gendered peers, studying in the same schools is actually beneficial for both boys and girls because they learn to respect and understand each other.

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Plastic bags, plastic bottles and plastic packaging are bad for the environment. What damage does plastic do to the environment? What can be done by governments and individuals to solve this problem?

Plastic packaging and items like bags, and bottles are harmful to the environment. It is a man-made, and non-biodegradable product which damages the eco-system. Henceforth, to solve this issue government can create awareness and policies where individuals can avoid wastage.

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Many people join distance-learning program and study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the same benefit as attending colleges or universities does. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowday days a lot of people like to join online courses.However, that will not bring the same as studying in person like in uni or college. In this essay I will demonistrate the reasons why I agree with that.

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Some children can learn more efficiently by watching TV. Therefore, children should watch TV regularly both in school and at home? Do you agree or disagree?

It is known that watching TV is beneficial for some kids when it comes to their learning habits. Thus, TV watching is necessary for children and they should watch it at their school as well as at their house. I do not agree with this statement. I believe that exposure of that much of screen time will lead to drawbacks of children's development such as anti-social behaviors and problems in their cognitive abilities.

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The best way to solve world’s environment problem is to increase the cost of fuel. Do you agree or disagree and give your own opinion

Some people believe that increasing the cost of fuel is the best way to solve the world’s environmental problems. While I understand why they think this, I do not fully agree with the idea. I believe that increasing fuel prices alone will not be enough to solve environmental issues.

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In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?

As urban populations grow and immigration rates rise, the demand for housing continues to increase in many areas. While some argue that the countryside must be preserved at all cost, others believe that using rural areas to build new homes is necessary to meet this demand. In my view, it is crucial to strike a balance between addressing housing shortage and preserving the environment. In this essay, I will support my opinion with examples.

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Some people think that university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

There is no denying the fact that students are very important things for countries. While there is a commonly held belief that students should learn whatever they need, there is also an argument that students are required to study more science and technology. In this essay, I will discuss both views and express my own perspectives in the end.

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