IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 101

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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Some people think that there is a great influence of news media on people’s lives and this is a negative development. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion and relevant examples

There is a concern over the negative impact that news media might have on people's lives. This essay will shed light on the reasons behind this opinion and explain why I agree with this position.

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Some people say that to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus more on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

Some people argue that the goverment should focus more on eradicate the environmental pollution and housing issues in order to prevent illness and disease. I agree with this noble idea , since if these measurments implemented it has brought huge benefits to the society as well as individuals.

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Film stars and music celebrities may earn a great deal of money and live in luxurious surroundings, but many of them lead unhappy lives. Do you agree? To what extent is this the price they pay for being famous?

Film actors or musicians may gain a tremendous amount of money and great exposures in their career; however, there are great deals that need to pay which leads to their unhappy lives. I agree with this statement because they must maintain their attitude in public with lack of privacy.

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In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passangers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?

In the next generation, all vehicles including cars, buses and trucks will be driveless and these kinds of transportation modes will only fulfil by passengers. I believe that it is more beneficials outweigh the disadvantages.

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It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

“Spare the rod, spoil the child” is one of the most popular proverbs that people often quote when talking about educating children in Vietnam. Personally, I completely agree that punishment in general and corporal punishment in particular are essential to make children be aware of and learn the difference between just and unjust right from the beginning of their childhood because of the following reasons.

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The plans below show a harbour in 2000 and how it looks today. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The two pictures compare the current layout of a harbor dubbed Porth with its past arrangement in the year of 2000.

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Some people think that it is the best to save money, for exemple in a bank or savings scheme. Other people feel that money should be spent whenever it is available. Discuss these views and reach on opinion on this debate

According to some individuals, money should be saved in the bank or other savings scheme, while others believe that money should be spent when it is available. I personally believe that although people generally love to spend money when it is available to them, saving money in the bank or saving schemes is necessary.

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Air travel is one of the main reasons for increasing air pollution these days. So restricting air travel is the only way to prevent air pollution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Is the increasing air pollution caused by air travel? At some point, the only way to put a stop to this is to restrain air travel. In this essay, I will discuss why the restriction of air travel can have a good impact on the environment, but why it can eventually be economically disadvantageous.

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Some people believe that governments should spend the money from taxes on healthcare services, while others think that this budget should be invested in other fields. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion

There is a heated discussion over the government expenditure on healthcare. Some believe that healthcare is one of the dominate subjects in people’s life, while others believe there are more important fields that require government subsidy. This essay claims that government should focus on the citizens’ lives and allocate adequate finance to safeguard their health.

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There is a lot of pressure and stress in many people's lives. What are the causes of this problem? What could be done to reduce it?

Over the last few decades,the rate pf stress has risen dramatically in the society.That is to say,the majority of people may deal with some serious pressure in their life.In this essay,I will present some reasons for this issue and I will also propose some effective solutions.

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The population of major cities around the world is increasing very fastly. Why is this the case and what measures could be taken to solve this issue.

In this globalized era, developed regoins are suffering with numerious concerns. One the vast issue is over pupulation in most developed cities. In this essay, I am explaining the major reasons of over massive population in urban areas and will explain some steps to control this signicant problem.

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Many people nowadays are concerned about the level of air pollution created by the number of people using air travel. They suggest it may be safer for people to use alternative forms of transportation such as road transport. To what extent do you agree that travel by road may be the safer option?

The level of air pollution has increased over time. As a result, some people argue that air transportation has a big impact on it, also it is riskier than roads. However, I disagree with this view, as air transportation is not the main cause of pollution. Moreover, percentage of road accidents is more frequent than airs, meaning that road transportation is riskier than airs.

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All parents want the best opportunity for their children. There are some people who think schools should teach children skills but others think having a huge range of subjects is better for a child's future. Discuss both sides and give your opinion?

School is a place after home where kids spend most of their time. Some individuals assert that it is repsonsibilty of educational institutes to teach skills whereas others found the theoretical knowledge more crucial. This essay will discuss both views in the impending paragraphs followed by my opinion in the end.

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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 environment problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

There is no doubt, that the environmental issues are crucial; however, the part of society argue that the extinction of particular species is the most important problem. I do not agree with this statment and suggest, that global warming has more impact on the planet.

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Some people regard video games as harmless fun, or even as a useful educational tool. Others, however, believe that video games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?

Many considered that video games are harmless entertainment and may also act as a useful learning tool, while others believe that it may have harmful effects on the players. My personal thought is that the negative effect of video games outweigh its benefits as it may cause addiction and dangerous influence on children.

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The plans below show a public park when it first opened in 1920 and the same park today. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The two sites of the garden plans above illustrate a public park named Grange Park, which was first opened in 1920 and its transformation in the current time.

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Some people think that it is a waste of time for high school students to study literature, such as novels and peoms. To what extend do you agree and disagree?

One of the main subjects taught in schools is the English Language, specifically literature. This invloves reading, comprehending, and analyzing pieces of writing such as poems and novels. Although many people enjoy this subject and understand the value of the insight it provides, others, on the other hand, argue that it is a waste of the students' time and energy. This essay argues that the literature course should be mandated in all schools due to its significance not only in broadening the students' knowledge, but also in teaching them crucial reading skills and text analysis strategies.

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Some people think that spending a lot on holding wedding parties, birthday parties and other celebrations is just a waste of money. Others, however, think that these are necessary for individuals and the society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

While some people feel that large cash expenses on celebrations are not necessary, others argue that it s needed for persons and the society. From my perspective it is up to occasion, individual preference and so on.

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Group of people considers that secure life can be provided by bringing back death penalty. I partly agree that restoring death penalty will lead to safer life of society.

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In many countries, it is now illegal to smoke in public places. It is only fair that people who wish to smoke should have to leave the building. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays it is illigal to smoke in public places in many countries all around the world. It is said that smokers have to leave the building not to interfere with other, non-smoking people. I would agree with such point of view and in the next paragraphs will detail my opinion.

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