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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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In Some Countries,More and more people are becoming interested in finding out abut the history of the house or building they live in what are the reasons for this? How can people research this?

There is no denying the fact that historical buildings have experienced a long history and various events. While it is held to belief that these kinds of building have become more popular recently.

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The number of people who are interested in and wearing fashionable clothes is increasing. Is this a positive or negative development

These days, fashionable clothes are gaining popularity among people and following a fashion become a habit for ordinary people and give rise to spread all over the world. While this trend may give individuals a sense of happiness and stylishness, I believe it is a negative turn of events overall.

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Many people have now poor memory. What is probably the reason and what should we do to improve?

It is undeniable true that nowadays most of individuals are more forgetful and have a weak memory. This essay will examine the major extents contributing to this issue, while suggesting some measures to enhance the memory.

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Travelling in group with a tour guide is the best way to travel. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

I disagree with the statement that travelling in a group with a tour guide is the best way to travel. While there are some benefits to this way of travel, I believe it may not be the best option for everyone.

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Due to low- cost airlines, many more people can travel abroad than ever before. do the advantages that tourists bring to the countries they visit outweigh the disadvantages?

In recent years, low-cost airlines have made it easier for many people to travel abroad. This has led to an increase in the number of tourists visiting different countries. There are both advantages and disadvantages to this, and it is important to consider whether the benefits outweigh the negative effects.

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Governments should spend money on railways rather than roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

There is an argument that authorities should give money for railways as oppose to roads. I firmly think that this context is worth of believing, based on the reasons i will discuss further.

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in many non-English speaking countries, more and more parents are choosing to enrol their children in English medium schools. Why do you think this is happening? What are the advantages for children who study in English medium schools?

The world is now becoming a global village. Due to that, the student's enrollment in English medium schools is rising as parents want their kids to be educated in English. One of the most prominent reasons is that English is now a global language and there are also benefits such as it will helps the youth to adapt the world faster. Both the reasons and advantages are elaborated in further paragraphs.

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Some people get into debt by buying things they do not need and are unable to afford. What are the reasons for this behaviour? What action can be taken to prevent people from having this problem?

Purchasing unnecessary and unaffordable items makes some people get into debt. This essay will suggest that the reasons why people behave like this is because of their lavish lifestyle and exposure to luxurious life’s content. The most viable solution for this behaviour is to have one’s financial awareness by recording an incomes-expenses.

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The plans below show a public Park when it first opened in 1920 and the same park today. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The maps display a park which is used by the public when it was newly opened in 1920 and the same location today.

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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 extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Generally, by the growth in technology, people's life style changed. Even the way they follow the news has changed since decades ago. It is argued that in future people will not be interested in following the news in printed ones, and will read them online instead. I agree with this view, and in this essay i will support my opinion with some examples.

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Some people believe that in the future, environmental problems will mean that we are unable to live on this planet. In order to survive, the human species will need to find another planet that can support life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Environmental problems and their consequences are the most discussed subjects in the modern society. Some people believe that human activity will lead to catastrophic extinction, while others think that the potential problems are overrated. In my opinion, the environment is changing; however, there is no reason to suppose that the Earth will be unlivable.

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Levels of youth crime are increasing rapidly in most cities around the world. What are the reasons for this, and suggest some solutions.

It has been commented that juvenile criminal cases are increasing day by day around the world. This situation has many causes such as overuse of social networking sites as well as liberal punishments from the government. However, it can be minimized by supervising children under the guidance of parents and teachers. Let us delve deeper into both root causes and solutions in the following paragraphs.

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Many teenagers have their own smartphones. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?

Many adolescents have their own smartphones. While having a smart device sometimes consumes their precious time because they spend a lot of time on their smartphones, I personally believe that having smartphones actually ensures their protection when they are in danger.

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Many parents are unhappy with the amount of violence in video games, television programmes, and other leisure activities for children. How harmful, in your opinion, could this be to children? What could be done to solve this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

There is no denying the fact that there are some activities for children that might be harmful to them . While it is a commonly held belief that video games involve a huge amount of violence which makes many parents unhappy with it , there is also an argument that opposite it . In this essay, I am going to give you my opinion as well as how to solve this issue and the reasons for it .

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It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?

Taking risks in both personal and professional lives has a significant impact on human life in order to succeed. I firmly believe its advantages far outweigh the disadvantages because it opens up opportunities and promotes personal growth.

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In many non-English speaking countries, more and more parents are choosing to enrol their children in English medium schools. Why do you think this is happening? What are the advantages for children who study in English medium schools?

In recent years, English language has been playing a crucial role for the betterment of life. In many non-English speaking nations, nowadays, more and more parents are preferring to enrol their children in English medium schools. I will discuss the reasons and some merits of this trend in the following essay.

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Some people think that as long as professional sportsmen and sportswomen are good players, their behavior on and off the paying fields is not important. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people argue that the behavior of professional athletes, both on and off the field, should not be scrutinized as long as they are good at their sport. However, I disagree with this view. While it is true that athletes are admired for their skills, their behavior outside the sports arena is also important. In this essay, I will discuss the reasons why both performance and conduct should be considered when evaluating professional sportspeople.

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Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

While some would argue that youngsters nurtured with competitive teaching should be encouraged in order to survive adulthood in the future, I think that cooperation should rather be emphasised as it leads to the development of vital soft skill, namely resilience.

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Food travels, thousand of miles from farm to consumer. Some people think that it would be better to our environment and economic If people only ate local produced food. What extent the disadvantage outweigh the advantage?

There is no denying the fact that the food travels thousands of miles from farm to consumers.

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Some people work for the same organization all their working life. Others think that it is better to work for different organizations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

It is sometimes preferred to work for the same company for the entire working life. Whereas, some other people may believe that it is better for employees to experience working for different organizations. Both views may demonstrate some reasonable points. However, one reflects the truth more clearly.

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