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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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In some countries, celebrities can now earn more than senior politicians. what might be the reason for this? Is this a positive or negative development?

There is no doubt that the popularity of actors and singers cannot be beaten by others in the some parts of the world. Since they entertain the society, they have been well paid. In my opinion, political leaders need to be received a better income than the other group.

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Many people believe that the high levels of violence in films today are causing serious social problems. What are these problems and how could they be reduced?

Nowadays, television and movies are full of a huge number of scenes of cruelty. In my point of view, I am agree with this indisputable fact and that sometimes people even follow the examples of psychopaths from films, such as with "A Clockwork Orange", but on the other hand, we are familiar with totally different trend in Japan, where such films partly designed to decreased high level of violence. Regarding measures, it is necessary to strictly observe age restrictions, because the main cases of murders based on watched films were committed by teenagers and more caring approach the design of negative characters in turn that people do not have a desire to imitate them.

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It is sometimes said that ‘travel broadens the mind’. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is an indisputable fact that travelling around the world plays an important role in sharpening one’s mind. Although travelling is associated with some threats like safety and fear of theft, I agree that these play a minimal role when compared with advantages.

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Learning about the past has no value for those of us living in the present. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Knowledge is an important part of the modern world. the importance of knowledge has been increasing in recent years. some people believe that there is no value of knowing the past to live in the present and some of them defend that it is an important fact to know the past and I agree with the value of the past because I believe that people can understand the value of present by looking at the past. Also people can predict the present by looking at past.

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Education should be accessible to people of all economic backgrounds. All levels of education, from primary to tertiary education, should be free. To what extent do you agree with this opinion?

Some people think that education should be possible to approach to everyone without any backgrounds. I totally agree with this notion. In this essay I will discuss both sides of the agrument and give my own point of view.

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In some countries, people who commit less serious crimes are made to undertake community service* instead of a prison sentence. Some people believe that all people who have committed a crime should be sent to prison. Do you agree or disagree?

It is common that most countries use people with light criminal offenses to participate in public services. Even though some believe that every convict should be sentenced for prison time against their crimes, I would argue that it is essential to utilise them in communical activites for a greater benefit.

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In some countries, people who commit less serious crimes are made to undertake community service* instead of a prison sentence. Some people believe that all people who have committed a crime should be sent to prison. Do you agree or disagree?

It is common that most countries use people with light criminal offenses to participate in public services. Eventhough some believe that every convict should sentenced for prison against their crimes, I would argue that it is essential to utilise them in communical activites for a greater benefit.

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Many retired people today are choosing to live in other countries. What are the advantages of disadvantages of this?

In the present epoch, many retired people are choosing to live in other countries because of living satisfaction at a later part of their life. However, there are few obstacles also. Therefore, this essay shall discuss the advantages and disadvantages of such composition.

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Giving children an adolescent pocket money is common throughout the world. this goes the advantages and disadvantages of this practice and give your own opinion.

There is no doubt that teenagers of the todays' world have been given an extra money to spend by their parents. Although some people think that by doing this the younger generation have certain merits, others consider this can have more damaging effects than any positive. This eassy will discuss the both sides of argument and explain my support to the latters judgrment.

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Some people think that cooking food at home is a waste of time. They think that fast food restaurants have made our life easier and less stressful. To what extent do you agree?

Food, which is an essential asset for survival, is in vogue. Restaurants, providing fast food, have made life easier. Some individuals of fine that cooking food stuff at home is a wastage of time. However, I am inclined to think in the opposite direction. I would like to explicate it at length in the paragraphs to come.

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Some people feel that it is wrong to keep animals in captivity, for instance in zoos. Others feel that there are benefits for the animals and for the humans. Discuss both sides of this debate and give your personal view.

There is no doubt that zoos attract thousands of visitors every day. While advocates of these establishments think that there are some benefits of this, others point out that this can bring severe problems. This essay will discuss the both sides of the argument and explain my support for the latter view.

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Some people feel that it is wrong to keep animals in captivity, for instance in zoos. Others feel that there are benefits for the animals and for the humans. Discuss both sides of this debate and give your personal view.

There is no doubt that zoos attract thousands of visitors every day. While advocates of these establishments think that there are some benefits of this, others pointout that this can bring severe problems. This essay will discuss the both sides of argument and explain my support for the latter view.

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Scientific research should be primarily funded by governments instead of commercial companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Our day to day life is vastly improved by various applications of science and doing continuos research on many aspects, make it possible. Some would say that, government should back up those researchers rather than commercial companies. I do not opine with the idea of proponents beacuse it would be mostly impossible for a nation to fund all scientific experiments and also the lack of appropriate facilities.

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

There can be no doubt that constructing new homes in a country side are imperative for local people. However, It should not pollute the environment of country side which provide good relief to people who wish to visit for vacation. In this essay explains why it is vital to save the environment in country side and provide some suitable examples.

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Leaders and directors in an organisation are normally older people. Some people think younger leaders would be better. Do you agree or disagree?

It is true that a higher position is relatively occupied by aging employee because of possessing a tremendous of knowledges. While, other believe that younger generations should take over the position from the elderly people. From my perspective, the senior staff has more effective solution over the young in leading a company, and will elaborate with my opinions.

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Many students find it difficult to learn subjects like mathematics and philosophy and hence they should be optional in schools. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Some people believe that academic subjects such as mathematics and philosophy should make it as choices for the students since these subjects are hard to study in schools.I agree that these courses provide a strong foundation in children for their bright future.

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Children today have more responsibilities than the past. Some people think it has positive effects than negative ones, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

As the famous saying goes, children are the future of tomorrow. They are ought to have few responsibilities towards the society. But nowadays, they are often laden with increased duties as compared to the times in the past. From my perspective, inculcating children with responsibilities help them in becoming good citizens. The essay will discuss both positive and negative impacts of this practice.

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The number of older people is increasing. Some people think it will cause problems in their countries, others believe this group is important to the society. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people argue that many countries might have problems with increasing number of elderly people, while others opine that elders have a major role in the society. This essay would argue that even though increasing number of older people causes strain on the pension and health care system, they have a very important role in guiding the society.

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As computers translate quickly and accurately, learning foreign languages is a waste of time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Today's generation has significantly influenced by electronic device such as Computers and Mobile phones. These devices are effectively working for language translation at any corner of the world. However, I disagree with to get educated the overseas languages is a waste of precious time. In following paragraphs I will discuss the how computers are delightfully helpful to translate languages and what's important to be learn foreign languages.

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Some think that governments should support retired people financially while others believe they should take care of themselves.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

There is no doubt that care of older people requires a huge amount money and expertize. Although there are some people consider it is the responsibility of a country to support them, others believe that the population need to look after themselves. In my opinion, some would be supported, however, distributing the allowance could be based on the economical status of the elderly.

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