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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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In some countries, university students live away from home and in another city while studying. Do you think the disadvantages outweigh the advantages of living in another city?

In some countries, university students live in a different city while studying. This can have both advantages and disadvantages. In my opinion, the benefits of living away from home are greater than the drawbacks.

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It is the job of governments and companies is to deal with the huge environmental problems which we face. Individuals on their own can do little or nothing. What is your opinion about this statement?

Solving enormous environmental problems is the responsibility of the government and companies, with little help from society. Companies play the main role after the government adds a map of solutions.

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The government should control the amount of violence in films and on television in order to decrease the violent crimes in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Directors of movies and series have a huge responsibility of guiding the youngsters in right path but it is opposite. Moreover, violence in the films and television series is rapidly increasing which may lead to serious crimes in society. So, government should regulate the sensor board and remove scenes such as child abuse, homicide, assault, chain snatching , rape and so on. I totally agree that, government should assess the film and remove extremely violence scenes.

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Some people think that schools are no longer necessary because an acquire information on internet? Do you agree or disagree with the given statement. What are the disadvantages of acquire information on internet.

We are living in an advanced technological globe so we enjoy the convenience that technology brings to us. People absorb information or data on the internet effortlessly by typing a few keywords, then people can find anything they want online easily. Thus, some people claim that education instituition is not necessary anymore because of the accessibility of knowledge acquired on the internet. However, in my reckoning, schooling is compulsory for students to learn not only knowledge but also social skills.

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In many professional sports, there is an increase in the number of athletes using banned substances to improve their performance. What are the causes of the phenomenon and what are some of the possible solutions.

In numerous professional sports, the use of prohibited substances among athletes to enhance their performance increases. The reasons behind this are athletes want to become winners without sufficient practice, and the testing method of the use of prohibited substances is faulty. The plausible solutions to this problem are to increase awareness among the athelets about their professional integrity and take effective measures to find out the use of banned substances.

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It is believed that individuals who engage in reading books can cultivate greater imagination and linguistic abilities than those who prefer television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, people are adopting more screen learning than the theorical learning. Imagination and linguistic abilities can only learn by the television rather than by books which is commenly believed by todays genration. This eassy will discuss why i believe this satement is true with revelent examples. Reading books and watching television are both popular forms of entertainment and information, yet they affect individuals differently in terms of imagination and linguistic development. I strongly agree that reading books fosters greater imagination and linguistic abilities compared to television.

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Some people think adults should learn practical skills by themselves, while others believe that learning from a teacher in a classroom is better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Currently, one can learn a skill independently or by attending courses where such skills are being taught. There are some who think that grown ups should learn hand skills on their own while others feel there is a need for classroom knowledge. In this essay, I will discuss both sides of the argument and explain why I feel the classroom means of learning is more efficient.

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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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