IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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It is sometimes suggested that primary schoolchildren should learn how to grow vegetables and keep animals. Do you think that the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

The approach of teaching in primary school children should learn how to grow vegetables and how to keep animals has many merits and demerits. In this discussion, I will talk about how advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages.

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To some people studying the past is the best way to help young people function well in the modern world. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures could be effective in helping young people to function well in the modern world?

To many people learning the past is a good method to help young people function in the present world. I tend to agree with this essay because studying history can help them about understanding own country and they have activity well in the future.

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People should only buy food sourced locally. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?

In recent years, there is a big argument between the people about whether they should buy food locally or not. Even though some of them think that buying food regenaly can have a positive impact on the local economy, others may argue that there are a lot of drawbacks too. This essay will look at both sides of the argument and draw some conclusions.

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in many countries people are now living longer than ever before. some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. to what extent do the advantages of having an ageing populaiton outweigh the disadvantages? give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

Due to advancement in technology, people now are able to live longer than before. Whilst many think that ageing population has more problems for the government, I believe that having older people in community is more beneficial, and this has more poitives than drawbacks.

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The first car appeared on British roads in 1888. By the year 2000 there may be as many as 29 million vehicles on British roads. Alternative forms of transport should be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The first car touched United Kingdom's roads in 1888 and by passing more than one century the number of vehicles significantly increased to over 29 million. Some substitution forms of cars should be use either governments should enact some laws to confine car ownership. I strongly agree with this statement. This essy intends to express some suggestion among my personal and logical conclusion.

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The image below explains the process of how pollutants from modern life become acid rain that in turn pollutes the environment and the food chain.

The given illustrations convey the basic process of how contaminants from the present time have an influence on creating polluted clouds, consequently, it has a negative effect on the environment and the food web.

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Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people , however , think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both views and give your opinion .

Nowadays, due to the development of technology numerous higher authorities around the world give more importance to the economic progress, whereas some individuals believe that other major progress different than economic sector are also essential for a nation to grow. Hence, both views are further elaborated in the upcoming paragraphs with valid examples and explorations.

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In many countries, the costs of living are rising. What are the effects on individuals and society? Suggest solutions to this problem.

Due to urbanisation and modernisation, living costs are increasing around the world everyday, so there is a negative impact on people and society as a whole. This essay shall discuss about various issues that are arising, and also some solutions to overcome them.

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Many people believe that it is easier to lead a healthy lifestyle in the countryside. Others believe that there are health benefits to living in cities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Nowadays, The development of technology helps people realize the benefits of healthy lifestyles. However, not only technology, every aspect of life is constantly evolving. So, Everyone also desire to change for the better. In my opinion, whether you live in the city or in the country side, you are easily lead a healthy life and also have health benefits too.

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Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages

It is an arguable topic that children should start learning the language of other country while they are in the primary school instead of secondary school. In my opinion learning a different language at folk school has more benefits than drawbacks.

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It is an arguable topic that children should start learning the language of other country while they are in the primary school instead of secondary school. In my opinion learning a different language at folk school has more benefits than drawbacks

The first and foremost positive of this is that a child’s brain is more active at this age. They have a better grasping power and learning ability as compared to high school children. Therefore it is easy for them to understand and learn a language that is different from their mother tongue. Apart from that, if they learn foreign language properly than this will act as an extra skill in them that will help them to communicate with people outside of their country. For instance, if they know English well and opt for studying abroad in future than they will be able to exchange their ideas easily with the people of that country. In addition to that, with the ability to speak and write another language young one’s will be able to secure better jobs in the multinational companies for example, get recruited in large import and export corporations to deal with foreign clients.

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what are the advantages and disadvantages of changing your career?

Changing a career is one of the possibilities that could happen in a person's life. It has both advantages and disadvantages however, in my opinion the drawbacks outweigh the benefits of finding a new career.

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Write about the following topic: There is a debate among many individuals that museums and art galleries should present the nation’s art, as opposed to artworks from other countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The debate whether a country should treat foreign arts as its own has been a contentious argument. Proponents of foreign arts believe that there are no boundaries in art and every art museum should present both foreign as well as local arts equally. However, I strongly disagree with that notion, and maintain that a museum and art gallery should give priority to showcase artworks from artists within the country. In this essay, rational on this belief is delineated.

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Many countries have compulsory military service for young men after they leave school. It would be a good idea for all countries to adopt this system for men, and possibly for women too. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Although many people adamantly argue against compulsory military service, saying it would take time from the youth to do what they want to do, I firmly believe the opposite. Putting the young, both men and women, through the military service is not only harmless, but also a boon to both themselves and our nations.

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In many countries today, if people want to find work, they have to move away from their friends and their families. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages

It is often argued that the finding job which motivate people have to move away from the family and friends. In my opinion, I completely belive this has many advantages and in this essay will explain why.

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Nowadays in many countries young people have a hard time finding jobs. What are the causes of this and what could be the effects?

Nowadays, in several countries, there is a phenomenon where young people are having a hard time finding a stable job. It is happening as a result of less experienced young citizens and will lead to a declined in national economy.

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In many parts of the world girls and boys are educated together in co-educational or mixed schools. Some people think that girls and boys benefit from being educated separately in single-sex schools. To what extent do you agree with this view?

During the last decades, humans' thoughts and insights have changed, then types of teaching have also variated in order to equalize learning. For this reason, nowadays, lectures are imparted in classrooms where there are both gender with discrimation. However, many people still argue that it is necessary to separate classes due to its sexual characteristics by creating schools for men and women splitely. I completely disagree with this statement, and in this essay, I explain my arguments.

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Some people believe that the only purpose of films is to entertain. Others say films should have educational value, discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is believed that films should only be evaluated based on recreational activities while, others claim that they should be able to educate audiences as well. From my perspective, I believe that both of the opinions has their own qualities and will explain the point further.

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Write about the following topic: Some people believe that it is important to spend a lot of money on family celebrations. While others think it is a waste of money. Discuss both views. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 254 words.

It is a known practice for some families to host a celebration whenever there is a special occasion. Other people hold the opinion that this is not practical and is a waste of resources. This essay will discuss both views and highlight examples for both.

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In many countries, the government prioritizes economic growth above all other concerns. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this.

Economic growth receives more attention than other concerns from the governments in many states all over the world. This essay will develop into pros and cons of this prioritization.

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