IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 162

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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Traditions are about the past and innovation is about the future, and it has been argued that we need to let go of traditions for the sake of progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? What role should traditions have in our lives? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Traditions normally created by society it has been shaped by cultures and habits by a community for long time. While innovation is the idea for creating, shaping, and helping society in the future. Some argue that traditions must be abandoned to foster progress, but I disagree with this statement. I believe both traditions and innovation are playing significant role in our lives.

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In some countries of the world, cars are replacing bicycles. However, in some countries, bicycles are replacing cars. What are the reasons for these two developments? In your opinion, which one is better?

Nowadays, there is a trend of replacing bicycles by cars in some countries, while in other nations there is a reverse development. This is mainly because of the certain dissimilarities of the location between the countries, so different vehicles are more convenient, depending on the country. However, I believe that more affordable cars are better option.

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Some people have the opinion that big shopping malls are expensive places as they offer high costs for the products which can be bought at much cheaper prices from local shops. On the other hand, some people think that such malls are absolutely the best places to visit for shopping. Discuss both the opinions and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your ans

Opponents of shopping malls argue that they are not affordable as you can find the same products for a low cost in local stores. Whilist proponents claim that if you want to have the best shopping experience you should choose shopping malls. While both views have its own good points, I agree with a second point of view.

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Some people believe that air travel should be restricted because it causes serious problems and uses up the world's fuel resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Consequently,some people believe that ait travel should be restricted because it causes serious problems and uses up the worlds fuel resources. In general, in this essay I want to eхplane my opinion and what opinion do I agree and disagree .

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Some people say full time students should spend most of time studying; others believe that they should do other activities as well.To what extent do you agree or disagree ?

According to many individuals, school going people should fully concentrate towards their studies while others think leisure things should also be done by them. I fully agree that students should not only concentrate towards studies but also take part in other activities.

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some people say that art subjects such as painting or drawing should not be made compulsory for high school student. to what extend do you agree or disagree?

Some people argue that student in high shcool should not be forced to attend the art class, such as painting or drawing. Although these subjects are more likely to benifit students' developing, i do not agree with the idea of making those being required courses.

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People Born in rural areas move to big cities when they become adult. What are the reasons for this? Is this posotive trend or negative trend?

There is no doubt, that mature people from rurar districts move to bigger place for living such as megapolicies. In this essay I will write reasons of the phenomenon and will explain my opinion why it is positive trend.

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Write about the following topic. 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.

Travel new place people experience new places and cultures, can enhance their perspective. I strongly agree with the notion that said "travel broadens the mind", because visit new place can contribute my personal growth, survival skill and enhance my knowledge.

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Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

While it is widely debatable that there are a number of people preferably choose to do same routine as to avoid changes, others argue that changes provide numerous positive outcome for us. Both point of views and opinion toward the aforementioned controversy will be further discussed in this essay.

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Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays, with the unprecedented development of the Internet, more and more children get access to networks using their smartphones, some of the kids even spend many hours on them every day. However, most of the time, it is not the children's problem that makes them so addictive to smartphones. Actually, most of the youngsters who often play with their smartphones have their parents too busy to spend time with them, they have no choice but to use smartphones for fun. In addition, most of the games and apps on the phone are always designed to make people get addicted to them, even adults may fall in love with them and spend lots of time on them. Undeniably, the development of kids spending too much time on smartphones is negative and should be aware by more people.

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Whether or not a person achieves their aim in life is mostly related to luck. Disagree or agree with this?

Success is believed to be depended on luck by many individuals, whereas others are on a contrary with that statement. The writer of this essay disagrees with luck brings success to human as earnest attempts coupled with a working attitude are the two truly main factors, which aid people reach to their goals.

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Will see homeless people in the society, few people support them with food and money and few are against. What is your opinion on this.

Nowadays, the number of stateless people is increasing in the community and some families are giving them food and money to help them, while others are against them. I completely disagree with the first view because most homeless if they get money and amenities from others don't go to look for jobs for them. In addition, the government should keep a role that allows homeless people not to take anything from people.

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In some countries, younger people are neglecting their right to vote. What problems does this cause and what are some of the possible solutions?

Youths in some countries are not bothering for their polling rights . Either because of neglect or unavailability for voting . This can lead to the formation of governments which do not emphasize on issues of the early adults . As a result, the new generation can leave their nation to their choice . This may be managed by educating them about politics as well as using modern technology for voting

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It has been noted that many people who had a big impact on the world gave themselves completely to their work and did not bother with the idea of “work-life balance”. To what extent should people try to have a good work-life balance? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays the number of working hours increases significantly. It is argued that many individuals who had a good achievement on the world they usually give themselves to their job and they do not care about the idea of work-life balance. This essay will explain why it is important to have a work-life balance.

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Too much emphasis is given for education of the young. More government money should be spent to free time activity of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

At the present time, education and other activities play a crucial role in youngster’s life. Some folk believe that the government should spend their money on education. On the contrary, some people think that higher authorities have to spend money on extracurricular activities. The views will be given regarding this matter in upcoming paragraphs.

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Global warming is one of the biggest threats humans are facing in the 21st century and sea level is continuing to rise at alarming rates. What are the causes and some possible solutions to global warming?

Nowadays, one of the biggest people's concern is the global warming and growing of sea level at warning level. This is mostly because of the way how humanity gains electricity. Causes and possible methods to tackle this issue will be given in the following paragraphs.

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In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while other believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn. discuss both views and give your opinion.

IIt is said that, in some nations, extremely high salaries are earned by a few people. Some believe this can be good for a country, whereas others think that salaries should be controlled by the the government and limit the amount people can earn.

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Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

People are divided in their opinions regarding necessity of tertiary education in 21-st century in order to attain a successful career. While others believe that gaining employment straight after school is a key for favourable results in occupation,

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Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such Situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

Many public assert that it is better to deal with any situation, while others believe instead of adapting to the situation, it would be a better idea to solve the problems and alleviate the situation. I firmly believe that we should work for improvements and not simply give up in diverse situations, whether we can handle it or not.

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Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

In this essay I explain my views on why children should be encouraged to be competive and taught to be cooperative. My opinion is that all kids should have the skillset to compete and to be a team player. Due to internet revolution, the world is becoming one global workforce, therefore, it is paramount that children are equipped to challenge and work together with their global peers.

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