IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 196

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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Many people think technological devices such as smartphones, tablets and mobile phones bring more disadvantages than advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In recent years many people have tended to use technology more than before. Some people would argue that technological devices have more usefulness than beneficial applications, However, in my opinion, every individual can decide whether to use these devices or not. There are two principal responses.

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It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sport or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to be become a good sportsperson or musician. discuss both these views and give your own opinion

One of the widely discussed issues nowadays is that some people born ,with talents or any person can be taught to become talented. There is no absolute agreement on whether children should be talented by birth or every field of knowledge or skill can be learned.

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Some people believe is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both views and give your opinion

Nowadays, almost every information can be shared through gadgets. In this regard, some people argue that it is useful to share research, such as business, scientific, and academic spheres. Others guess that the data that sends so freely can be vital and crucial for humanity. I tend to disagree due to drawbacks that outweigh the benefits of sending information too openly.

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

The debate over the future of all vehicle species will be driverless. Has become a major issue in recent years. While there are several advantages to automatic transport systems. There are also some disadvantages that must be considered. This essay will explore both sides of this matter.

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Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

It is commonly known that developments in technology are not always good for us. Surely, surveillance cameras and cellphones make us feel more secure, however, with all this devices controlling us without consent can provoke some sense of discomfort, almost as someone broke into our own private space.

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The top priority of businesses is making money, and they do not need to have social responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

One of the first and most important concerns of businesses is making profits without being worried about the responsibilities against society. Moreover, if there aren't laws to prevent them from damaging social life, they will keep causing issues for just making money. In my opinion, somebody needs to remind them that, money is not everything and they should consider other's benefits too. In this essay, I will bring up more reasons in detail to prove my point of view.

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Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement

These days, our wider society become more creative than in the past, and we can also see that people have a lot of choices to make their own lives. Personally, the claim of this statement is disagreeable as the damage is seen, There are reasons to be elaborated as follows.

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Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?

In this contemporary era, pastime plays a vital role in human life.On the contrary, most individuals do not have enough time for doing leisure activities.Although, some believe that it may have more benefits I advocate that the drawbacks of this issue are more than its pros. I will explain it more in the following paragraph and will end up with a logical conclusion.

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Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Children nowadays want to focus on multiple subjects rather than only studying their major course. Some student argues that they should be given opportunities to learn other subjects also. However, other says their complete focus should be limited to their major course. In my opinion, children should study other things also along with their main subjects as it multiple benefits when it comes to their career.

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cambridge15- general- test 1 In many countries, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular ? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas ?

In contemporary world, people have a tendency to spend their time on watching movies and reading books; one of the most popular topics in these fields is crime. There are several reasons behind this fame and in my perspective ,the advantages which this kinds of books and films bear outweigh its drawbacks. causes of this subject and my opinion about it will be discussed in the following paragraphs.

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Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothes, and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people claim that children should make their own choices on everyday matters which play crucial roles in their life. Others believe that it can lead to a society filled with selfish indivituals. In my opinion, letting children to make decisions about thier different daily matters can be beneficial rather than harmful. The reasons for my opinion will be discussed in this essay.

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Some people belive 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.

There are some arguments between people some of them believe that being in a bad state is the best, however, others believe that attempting to make better these types of situations is a better action.

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Some university students want to learn about other subjects, in addition to their main subjects. All this believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. discuss both these wheels and give your own opinion

Some students want to study other subjects apart from their compulsory subjects. Some people believe that students should spend all their time and effort to achieve a university qualification. I personally believe that students should concentrate on both because achieving knowledge outside their educational qualification is important.

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Some people like to own the place where they live, but other people like to rent where they live. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is becoming increasingly common for people to have freedom of choosing in where they going live. While some people believe that they need to own private horizontal house, I, however, side with those who like to rent an apartment to live.

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Some people think that 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 these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In this major of society, there are ranges of majors with differents topics and subjects. Some people think that all university students should study what they like. While, others think they should only be permitted to learn subjects that are going to be helpful in their future, such as some related to science and technology. In this essay, I will explain both views with examples.

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Today many people work until a later age. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays most of the individuals choose to work after retirement. Some argue that continuing to earn money for living in old age is a good choice, therefore they will be independent financially. Whereas others believe they should enjoy their golden age by making memories and open space for younger generation in the work field. In my opinion there are more disadvantages than advantages to working in to old age.

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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? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is important for a human to know proper morals and ethics in order to make correct decisions in the future (whether near or far), hence why children are expected to be taught the differences between the "rights and wrongs" in life and execute it thoroughly. Although gentle teaching could stick in a child's brain, experiencing punishment may be deemed as more effective as children try their best to avoid getting in trouble, hence allowing the lesson taught to never leave their mind.

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The increase in mobile phone use in recent years has transformed the way we live, communicate and do business. Mobile phones can also be the cause of social or medical problems. What forms do these problems take? Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of mobile phones? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Technology has seen impressive growth over the past few decades, which has in turn transformed our lives in numerous ways. The smartphones industry has been revolutionized in such a way that majority of the people now rely on mobile phones for both communication and for business purpose. However, the continuous use of these devices can cause social or medical issues such as depression and antisocial behaviours. While I acknowledge the health problems caused by the overuse of mobile phones, I firmly believe that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

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Some people suggest that it is better for children to be brought up the whole family including uncles, aunts and grandparents, rather than just the parents. Do you agree or disagree?

I strongly do not agree that it will be better for cildren to grow up with a big family, including grandparents, uncles and aunts.

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With the development of social media, more and more youngsters are being allowed unsupervised to the internet in order to meet and chat with friends, which can lead to potentially dangerous situations. What solutions can you suggest to deal with this problem?

Currently, there is an increasing number of adolescents who are able to meet and chat with friends online in an unsupervised way, and it could lead to potentially dangerous problems. Parents monitoring and well developed Internet chatting environment could deal with this problem.

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