IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 19

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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Some people believe that professionalsuch as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people argue that professionals like doctors and engineers should be required to work in the country where they received their training. Others believe they should be free to work wherever they choose. This essay will show both views and explain why I support the second opinion.

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In some countries people spend long hours at work. Why does this happen? Is it positive or negative development

In this modern day and age, in some countries, the trend of spending a long time at job has been populated among young people . This problem is mainly caused by an immense of factors in daily life and has a lot of negative impacts. The author of this essay will evaluate and give an explanation for this dilemma below.

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Online education is as effective as traditional classroom learning. Do you agree or this agree?

Many people are of the belief that the efficiency of online-based learning is the same as its offline counterpart. While this view is justifiable, I still oppose it by giving the following explanation.

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In some countries, an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is, therefore, necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. Do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that governments should levy a tariff on clutter bread because the number of health risks associated with consuming this kind of bread is on the rise. This essay agrees that a higher rate of tax should be paid by fast-cuisine companies. Firstly, alcohol and tobacco companies already pay higher contribution and secondly, higher levy could raise prices and lower consumption.

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Neighbors are the people who live near us. In your opinion, what type of neighbor is the best to have? •someone who is quiet •someone who we are similar to •someone who is supportive Use specific details and examples in your answer.

Neighbors can also be considered as another family. They are the ones who are closest to your house and their support matters a lot in ups and downs in an individual's life. Therefore, I strongly believe that neighbors have to be supportive other than all positive traits such as quiet, similar to us and our family.

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Providing children with pocket money on a weekly basis can benefit them in the future. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

In today's modernized world, there has been a debated topic about the giving pocket money for children weekly may advantage in their future life. Although there are certain issues of this situation in some specific conditions, I firmly believe that this approach creates more benefits for juveniles' future. This essay will examine two key reasons, arguing my perspective, illustrated with relevant examples, followed by a well-reasoned conclusion.

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this question. Many people today are worried about cybercrime' such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does cybercrime' cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and businesses to take? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own experience.

In this modern era, many individuals are suffering from internet crimes, which lead to stress and anxiety. In this essay, I will discuss the causes of this issue with relevant examples, offer some solutions, and present my opinion.

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In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal fitness trainer, rather than playing sports or doing exercise classes. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or a negative development?

Nowadays, in Western countries most people consider having their own personal trainer the best choice to pursue their goals in well-being area. Although attending gym classes or practicing outdoor activities might represent the simpliest and the most economical way to stay healthy, it is true that people see more advantages on having a personalised path to follow. I think that this trend is positive because everyone has different needs in term of time, objectives and approach which cannot be taken into cosideration in a group situation.

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Some people think it is more important to provide parks and sports facilities than to provide shopping centers in these new town for people to spend their free time. To what extent doo you agree or disagree?

There is an ongoing debate regarding whether new towns should prioritize parks and sports facilities instead of shopping centers.

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It has been proved that smoking kills. In some countries it has been made illegal for people to smoke in public places except in certain areas. All countries should make these rules. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

There is an ongoing trend that governments are implementing the policy which aims to prohibit smoking in public areas, though people can smoke only in certain spaces. The main reason behind this trend is because it has been proved that smoking behaviours kill people or have considerable negative effects on others' health. Hence, in this essay, I will explain why I strongly support this governmental practice.

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Some people think the best way to solve global environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is asserted that the most optional way to overcome the global environmental challenges is rising the price of fuel. In my opinion, this procedure might have some benefits in terms of reducing the carbon footprint and enhancing air quality across the world due to the shift to the alternative energy resources. Nevertheless, it is important to note that exhaust fume is only one indicator that affects environment, the policies to recude it will not have thorough effect merely. In addition, there is a risk that rich people may not change their habits of using fuel.

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In recent time, young adults are spending less time with their families and more with their friends. Why has this occurred? Do you think parents should force their children to spend their time at home?

Nowadays, young community are spending more time on friendships instead of their families.The reasons are various, mostly because of the change of era. I don't think that parents should force the younger generation to spend time at home.

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Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing sof skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some people believe that getting tertiary education is the only way to receive a great position with promising career ladder. Others claim that in today's world obtaining experience and developing critical thinking can be even more beneficial. Personally, I believe that some occupations such as, doctors or lawyers require tertiary education, while others more value soft skills and abilities to solve problems.

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Public transport should be free. D you agree or disagree?

In today's modern society, the topic of whether or not public transport infrastructure should be complimentary for citizens is a serious discussion point. It is the firm opinion of this writer that public facilities providing for movement should be free for everyone due to promoting equality and reducing burden on the environment despite some financial issues.

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Some people believe that money for education should mainly be spent on better computers while others believe it would be better spent on teachers. Discuss boths views and give your opinion.

There is no denying the fact that the budget for education is not much. While it is a commonly held belief that spending money on modern computers or tablets is crucial , there is an also argument that best teachers mean best students.

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Some people think that being courage is good opportunity, while others believe that being courage is not necessary.Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is often debated whether courage could provide success,while other individuals consider that being brave is not crucial to a person.I assume that being courageous comes with numerous advantages, both personally and professionally.This essay will provide some key benefits of cultivating gallantry,and the drawbacks of being courageous.

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Some people think that physical strength is important for success in sport, while other people think that mental strength is more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

In today's rapidly evolving world, some proponents argue that the most vital strategy for sports achievements is physical strength, while others advocate that mental strength is more significant than physical strength. Although there are significant advantages in both perspectives, I firmly believe that both physical and mental strength is really important to success in sports. This essay will discuss both sides, supporting my perspective, and providing relevant examples, before reaching a well-justified conclusion.

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Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than work for a company or organisation. Why might this be the case? What coulbe be the disadvantages of being self-employed?

In this modern era, people want to open their own businesses and do not want to work for any company or organization due to the excessive workload allocated by such companies. Although, this shift of changing mindsets of being self-employed brings some pitfalls. This essay will discuss the reasons why individuals do not want to work under someone as well as also describe the drawbacks of this trend before reaching a concrete conclusion.

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Throughout history, people have dream of living in a perfect society but nobody has agreed on what an ideal society would look like. What do you think is the most important element needed to make a society perfect? How can the ideal society be avhieved?

People have always dreamed of a perfect society, but no one can fully agree what it should look like. Some believe that wealth and technology are the key, but I think good leadership is the most important factor. Without honest and responsible leaders, a society cannot be stable and fair. This essay will delve into the most essential element of an ideal society and the ways to reach it.

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Shopping is now one of the most popular forms of leisure activity in many countries for young adults. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Many young adults spend their leisure time shopping and looking for new things to purchase. This could be due to the high amount of offers that people are confronted with. In this essay, I want to review while this can be a good use of someones time, it also holds some dangers and can shift to a negative.

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