IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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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 these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

A healthy population is the resource of a nation. A section of society thinks, government should provide fruits and vegetables at reduced prices, whereas others argue for levying heavy taxes on unhealthy foodstuff. I believe, the controlled price for fruit and vegetables and a small tax on unhealthy food will be a positive development.

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Some people believe that children should spend more time doing homework, while others believe that they should spend more time playing and doing activities outside school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

While many individuals believe that youngsters should spend more time doing homework, others think that they should take more free time playing and enjoying activities outside school. From my perspective, i believe that children should gain experiences trying new subjects and taking up more hobbies because that may help them to unwind after school. One major reason why communities believe that children should spend more time doing assignments and homework is that it leads to get excellent grades at school. This is mainly because if youngsters put an effort in their studies and spend a lot of time doing homework, they will be capable of mastering the curriculums and subject and the may not find it so much hard to follow. For instance, if a group of children decide that they should have the proclivity to do their homework and accomplish assignments, they may graduate from primary school with the highest scores because if their consistency at finishing homework. Consequently, children ...

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The plans below show the layout of the ground floor of a museum in 1990 and in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main futures, and make comparisons where relevant.

The two plans show the changes to the layout of the ground floor of a museum between 1990 and 2010. The most striking alteration was on the right side of the entrance, where the Archaeology Gallery was divided into two separate areas: the Children’s Interactive Zone and the Poster Display Area. On the left side of the museum, the Gift Shop was expanded and renamed the Café and Gift Shop. In addition, a lift was added between the Natural History Room and the Café and Gift Shop. While the Museum Office remained unchanged, a separate Reception Counter was constructed. At the same time, the entrance was almost doubled in size. Moreover, the position of the statue was changed from the right side of the stairs to the center of the museum. Taken as a whole, the ground floor of the museum underwent a number of major alterations between 1990 and 2010.

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Nowadays famous people are photographed by professional photographers everywhere they go. Some people say this is a good thing because the public are interested in their lives. Other people think that photographers are wrong to follow famous people. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Famous people’s lives have been a common trend in the last decades, and for this reason a new job was developed, named paparazzi. Some people think that this is a good practice as they want to know about famous people’s life. Whereas others believe that it is not good to pursue these people. This essay will discuss both points of view and will explain why I believe that this is not a good practice.

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Some believe that it is a better idea for people to communicate through internet while others believe that face to face education is far more important than privious one. Discuss both sides.

While many individuals believe that the best way for people to communicate is through the internet, others think communicating face to face is far more vital than communicating through the internet. In my opinion, face to face communication is better for the social interaction and build beneficial relationships with others.

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In many countries where there is high rate of unemployment, most students should be offered only primary education. There is no point in offering secondary education to those who have no hope of finding a job. To what ex

In some nations, the high level of unemployment make people contemplate that whether it is still necessary to send children to middle school or accept even higher level of education in consideration of the potential expenses and the return rate. I strongly disagree with this conclusion as higher level of education will bring people inconceivable benefits.

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some people think that in the modern world we are more dependent on each other, while others think that people have become more independent. Discuss both views and give your oown opinion.

In modern society, one of the most debated topics is whether people are more independent.

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In some countries owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why this might be the case? Do you think this is a positve or a negative situation?

One of the most debated issues in recent years is whether people need to own their own house in some societies. This is mainly because home ownership can provide financial security and a sense of belonging in a community. While some people believe that owing a house can have positive impact on individuals in terms of accumulating wealth and long-term stability, I am of the opinion that such a trend can be detrimental for people as placing excessive importance on property can creates financial pressure on citizens.

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Some people argue that primary schools focus too much on formal learning. To what extent do you agree with this opinion? How important do you think it is for children to play as well as learn in the primary school classr

Primary schools are the basis of education in the academic system and there are many methods to teach children, yet teachers use mainly the traditional one, which means the formal method, having children sitting in front of a board listening to a lecture. This essay will discuss why I believe that schools are using the traditional method and why I think it is very important to try other methods to teach like playing.

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All university undergraduate courses should include a period of time spent studying abroad or doing a work placement. Do you think the advantages of this would outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and

Students during university are able to face different experiences that can help grow in academic matters and in life as well. Some of these experiences offered by universities are exchange programs and internships which are very significant as they are great ways to gain knowledge and skills.

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Some people think that children should do homework every day. Others believe that children should have free time after school instead. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

There are different opinions about homework. Some people believe that children should do homework every day, while others think they need free time after school. In my opinion, free time is more important, because it helps children rest and learn new skills.

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Some people consider computers to be more of a hindrance than a help. IOthers believe that they have greatly increased human potentials. What is your opinion?

Some people argued that computers can enhance our potential in various ways,while some thought that it is way too hard for ordinary humans to learn and master it.Both points will be examined in this essay,although I do support the positive sides of this argument.

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These days Internet-based courses have become a popular alternative to university-based courses. Some students prefer this type of learning because they do not need to attend lectures. Others argure that it is important to study at university. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

Online courses are very popular today as a choice instead of traditional university classes. Many students like online learning because they do not have to go to lectures. However, other people believe that studying at a university is still very important. This essay will discuss both views and give my opinion.

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Some people think all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Universities are a hub of technical education and social sciences, which teach students a variety of skills and knowledge. There is a debate that students should choose their favourite discipline to study or only study science and IT courses. Let's discuss both sides.

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Some people make new friends on social sites and Internet chat rooms.Some people think it is a good thing .Some people think it is better to make friends face to face.Discuss both views and give your opinion

Some individuals prefer finding new partner or friends on social applications and think it is great approach for their social anxiety. While others prefer making friends in person whether it is at work or school. In my view, I find it better to make friends on social media applications because it is likely to find someone with the same interest.

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Should a city try to preserve its old, historic buildings or destroy them and replace them with modern buildings? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

It is often argued that the city should to to preserve their old, historic buildings instead of demolishing them and turning into a modern sky scraper. I firmly believe that cities should preserve its old, historic buildings and not turn them into modern structures.

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It is the responsibility of individuals to save and provide for their own retirement. Governments have no obligation to provide this benefit. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

It is the responsibility of an individual to save and provide for their own retirement and I partially agree with the statement. I completely disagree that the government has no obligation to provide this benefit. Every individual must take their own financial responsibility governments should also contribute to help people when they are no longer of a working age.

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Some people say that in the digital age, theatres and cinemas are no longer important as people can watch all the entertainment they want online. Others argue that theatres and cinemas are still important both economically and culturally. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

A certain amount of individuals believe that in a world where digital media are more exposed, theatres and cinemas are no longer important as people can access all entertainment platforms online. Others might argue that theatres and cinemas play a vital role both economically and culturally. I personally believe that watching entertainment online has a greater benefit and is easier to rely on.

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Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities.other however say that this would have little effect on public health and other majores are required.discuss both this view and give yourown opinion.

It if often argued that the best way of improving public health is by building more sports facilities. Even tho that is a strong point, I believe that having more sports facilities would not directly improve public health and other factors such as food choices and awareness also play a vital role in public health.

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Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships that people make? Has this been a positive or negative development?

The way people interact with each other today is completely different from how they interacted 50 years ago. The landscape of socialization has changed dramatically ever since technology has become a part of our lives and is still evolving as time passes by. These changes have both negative and positive impacts.

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