IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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Many offenders commit crimes again after serving their first punishment. Why is this happening and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?

The fact that many offenders commit crimes again after serving their first punishment This essay will examine the primary causes of this problem, such as job issues and prison failures, and suggest possible solutions to this problem.

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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 disargee with this statement?

Many people believe that the value of printed material will eventually disappear as readers can access everything online for free. I disagree with this notion. In my opinion, newspapers and books still provide reliable information, and readers will remain focused while studying.

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Animal are in danger of extinction. Some people say that we should protect only those animals which are useful to humans. Do you agree or disagree with this.

The rate of the extinction of so many rare animals is growing rapidly. Some individuals argue that only the animals that are useful to humans should be preserved, however, others state that all animal species should be protected from extinction.

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Anyone can post information on the internet. Some people say most of what we read on the internet is inaccurate. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Internet plays an indispensable role in everyone's life. Now, it is common among individuals to post anything on social media platforms. Some people believe that the data on these websites is inaccurate, as it misleads them and invades their privacy. I agree with this notion. But still, there are some sites which provide authentic information to individuals.

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The plans below show a student accommodation buildings 2010 and now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant

The given plans illustrate a student residence building in 2010 and nowadays.

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Government investments in arts such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

It is a matter of concern, that investing in artistic culture like music and theatre is a waste of money by the government. It is believed by some, that this money can be better used in public services. Well, arts like music, theatre, dancing or even skilled painting display a nations traditional background and its cultural identity. Supporting such level of arts, is more of a profitable investment than a wastage of money, if practiced in a balanced scale with equal investment in public service sectors, leading to the growth of a nation.

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The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that work days must be shortened and the employees' weekends should be extended. This essay completely agrees with the statement because it will give the workers an opportunity to produce more effective work, and it will negatively affect people’s lives in many aspects.

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some people think that planning for the future is waste of time

While some society advocated the idea of making affairs for the time ahead, many others believed there is no point in worrying about the forthcoming , and we should only live in the present. Personally, I strongly disagreed with this statement.

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School children are becoming far too dependent on computers. this is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. teacher need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all cost and go back to teaching basic study skills. do you agree or disagree?

In this modern world, schools are starting to rely so much on computers. This may have an effect on their reading and writing skills. Teachers should have avoided using computers while in the classroom, no matter what, and go back to the old classic teaching method. I believe using computers might be helpful and useful most of the times, which make teaching more interesting and fun for the students, and i think going back to teaching basic study skills won't help for many reasons, so i totally disagree.

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It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Saving money is considered to be an essential skill and habit for people, including young adults, to have a promising future. I strongly agree with this opinion and will demonstrate the reasons on below.

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In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Consumers nowadays can easily discover food products from all over the world at their local grocery stores thanks to globalisation. Personally, I believe it is a positive trend that not only benefits the consumers but also the suppliers from various countries and regions.

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Some people say govement should give health care the first priority, some others believe there are more important priorities to spent the taxpayer’s money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Many individuals believe that politics should give health care the first priority, while others say there are more important priorities to spend the taxpayers' money. In my point of view, both sides give equal importance to become the priorities for the government. However, I believe that balancing the expenditure for both can become a better solution for this problem.

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In some countries, young people are living in richer and healthier condition but less happy. What are the reasons? What might be done to solve this issue?

In some countries, a richer and healthier group of the younger generation are going through a less joyful and happier life. This essay will explore the reasons for this phenomenon and suggest possible solutions.

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Some people think traditional games are better than modern games in helping children develop their abilities. To what extent do you agree?

The topic of whether traditional games have outweighed modern games in enhancing the development of kids' skillsets has been an ongoing debate. I personally believe that both traditional and modern amusement are important for children to develop their abilities in different ways.

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Some people believe that robots are important to humans’ future development, while others think that it is a dangerous invention that will impact society negatively. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Technology has increased significantly nowadays. Some individuals believe that robots are essential for humans' future development as they perform hard work easily. However others are against this notion because robots may make the economic situation worse than ever. I think the use of robots will be limited, and employers should never neglect their workforce.

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Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

A growing debate between college and university students is “Should I study a second major?”. The answer to that question is a yes or no. In this essay, L will go through both answers. Discussing how the two groups look at the problem, as well as state my personal opinion on the matter.

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Some people think that parents should teach their children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the best place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Many argue that a child learns what is acceptable for society at home, while some believe that school is a better place where these values are taught. Although teachers can certainly change children’s mindset it will not account for the influence other students have, and that is why I think that they should be raised accordingly by parents as they know what the specific needs of their sons and daughters are.

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Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Many people believe that loss of particular plant and animal species are the major ecological issues in today’s world. Others believe that there are more serious environmental issues that need our attention. This essay will discuss both views, the impact on environment losing of certain species of flora and fauna, and the main environmental issues prevailing in the world.

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Access to clean water is a basic human right. Therefore, every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge. Do you agree or disagree?

In our modernized world, clean water is an essential human need for survival, and it should be accessible to everyone. However, the assumption that every home should be provided with free water supply is problematic. While water is undoubtedly a fundamental human right, I partially disagree with the notion that it should be given to everyone free of charge. This is primarily due to concerns about reckless consumption and the finite nature of water resources.

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Modern technology has increased surveillance in society. Do the benefits outweigh the drawbacks?

Undoubtedly, the contemporary advancements in surveillance, owing to the modern technology, have benefited the people tremendously. Cutting-edge monitoring devices ensure public safety and reduce the crime rate. However, personal information and privacy are compromised due to this. Considering the benefits of digital surveillance, I strongly believe that their advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

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