IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 95

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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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. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

In the modern epoch, advancement of modern technology has made things easier for people such as travelling, communication and shopping. One section of society believes that this advance technology has united people; however others refute with claim. Both the viewpoints of this essay will be discussed before a reasonable conclusion is drawn.

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Some people think it is better to have many short holidays during the years. Others believe it would be beneficial to have fewer longer vacation. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

People often discuss that it is better to have many short holidays for work breaks. However, some people believe that having longer and fewer vacations is better for relaxation. I firmly believe that taking free days off from work is better. Because there is not enough time for distracting from work.

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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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

There have been contentious debates over whether actual environmental issues will provoke the extinction of the human life on earth. Some people believe that this outcome is inevitable and we must seek life beyond earth, while others argue that this is not bound to happen in the foreseeable future. Having these differing views, I am inclined to believe that we'll be living in this planet for a long time before the risks to life overcome the possibilities to thrive.

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Some people think that it is more effective for student to study in groups, while other believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

WHETHER STUDYING IN A GROUP OR STUDYING ALONE IS BETTER IT HAS LONG BEEN HOTLY DEBATED. THIS ESSAY WILL DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS, IN A SUPPORT OF FORMER.

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In many countries, childhood obesity is a growing problem. What are the reasons for this and what can individuals and governments do to tackle the problem?

In more than one country children suffering from obesity are an increasing concern. I think that an exaggerated consumption of junk food is the problem's main reason, but both governments and individuals can tackle the problem with some measures.

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some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. why is this the case? do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Nowadays, many young children have indiscriminated access to a mobil phone. This is because their parents allow those devices to take part of their daily lives, frequently abusing of their use. In my opinion, this provokes a terrible impact in childrens´s living conditions, affecting not only their phisycal but their mental health as well.

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Housing is essential for people. Some argue that the government should offer free housing for people who cannot afford it. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Owning a home is important for humans. In opinion, some people's government must provide free housing for those who are not able to buy it themselves. I disagree with this point of view, since it's not profitable and productiveness will decrease. In this essay, I will explain why I disagree with this opinion.

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Many people believe that reducing obesity is due to educating people, while others argue that education does not work. Discuss both points and give your opinion?

In recent years, obesity has been a major health concern among people. Although some agree that education played a huge role in the decrease of obesity, others argue that learning has nothing to do with it. In this essay, I shall discuss both sides of this argument before presenting my perspective that education can teach individuals about the benefits of healthy diet and the risk associated with obesity.

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In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In recent times, many people who live in rural areas are moving to cities which caused a decrease in population of countryside. I believe this is a negative development because of the problems caused by this event such as overpopulation and economic problems.

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Money spent on space exploration is a complete waste. Governments could better spend this money on other things to benefit the nation. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

There has been contentious debates over whether space exploration should cease its activity so that the funding might be allocated towards a different purpose that could be potentially more beneficial for a nation. Some people believe that space exploration is substancial for our future development, while others argue that a better use of the funds may be considered. Despite the differing views, I am inclined to believed that investigation regarding this field has significantly contributed to plenty technological advances and, thus, it is crucial to keep up investigations and developments, as well as funding in this sector.

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Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

It is argued that advertisements can help a business a lot by persuading people to purchase their products or services. However, others believe that advertising marketing is no longer useful as consumers seem to not care about it anymore. Therefore, in this essay, I will discuss both perspectives and present my opinion.

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In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?

Western cultures often emphasize that children should try hard to achieve their dreams. Society believe that this can boost their motivation to be diligent, and boost their confidence to chase them. However, it seems to me that there are some merits and demerits with this statement. Therefore, in this essay, I will present some advantages and disadvantages which will be set out below.

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NEWS STORIES ON TV AND IN NEWSPAPER ARE VERY OFTEN ACCOMPANIED BY PICTURES. SOME PEOPLE SAY THAT THESE PICTURES ARE MORE EFFECTIVE THAN WORDS. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE AND GIVE YOUR OPINION?

In this contemporary world, advertisements are pivotal for individuals in learning and gaining knowledge about something new. It is believed that pictures used by marketing companies on TV or newspapers are very common nowadays and they are more effective than words. I partially agree with this notion and will elucidate my opinion the following paragraphs.

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In many cities, problems related to overpopulation are becoming more common. Some governments are now encouraging business and individuals to move out of cities to rural areas. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

In many cities, problems associated with overpopulation are increasingly common. Some governments are now inspiring citizens to move from cities to rural areas. I personally believe that while in rural areas, people do not get enough modern facilities, the benefits of this outweigh the drawbacks because the load of population will be reduced, and the associated problems will be reduced in cities.

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Nowadays a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Currently, many people who struggle with health issues are increasingly adopting a perspective of resorting to home remedies and alternative drugs instead of paying visits to a physician. This approach is harmful to one's health and could result in one's death. Therefore, this essay will analyze the negative impacts of this attitude in terms of the role of doctors in critical situations and the complexity of illnesses.

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Some people think that big companies should provide sports and social facilities for the local community. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is often argued that large companies should take responsibility for offering sports and social facilities to their local communities. in my opinion there are some potential benefits of such initiatives, I believe companies are not solely responsible for this role.

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Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?

Nowadays, recycling the waste from homes is a trending subject. Some people argue that not enough citizens are doing this social responsibility. They claim that government is to blame and more laws should be set in this situation. I think laws are important, but up to a point. In my view, this issue is an cultural one. In this essay I will propose my opinion and try to draw some conclusions.

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Modern technology is changing our world. This has advantages such as bringing people closer together through communication. It also has disadvantages as destroying the differences between cultures. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

The fact that technology especially in these 2 decades, brought a new era to the world is obvious and we can see proves of this every day if we compare our lives with people from 30 years ago. As an example, mobile phones themselves had enough impact on our daily life let alone other aspects of technology.

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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 the statement?

Some people predict that in foreseeing future, people will not spend money on print media or books to get an information, as they will turn towards digital sources of knowledge free of cost. This essay agrees with that statement and believe that online sources of news will be very popular in coming days due to their several benefits.

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Some parents believe that children need strict rules. Other parents believe children should have a lot of freedom to make decisions on their own. Discuss both sides and give your opinion

Some parents think that children should have strict rules while other parents believe that children should have the freedom to make their own decisions. I personally believe that while children sometimes make wrong decisions, they should have the freedom to make their own decisions because it increases their confidence.

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