IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 24

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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More and more people are finding it increasingly important to wear fashionable clothes. Is this attitude towards wearing trendy clothes, a positive or negative development

Without any qualms, more individuals consider that wearing glamorous clothes is imperative in recent times. This essay believes that this is a positive attitude because it enables the enhancement of one's personality and contributes to the economic growth.

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'Obesity in children is an increasing problem. What are the causes for this? What could be some solutions? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge.’

The growing number of youths who suffer from obesity in recent years is concerning. This is often due to the sedentary lifestyle and the high consuming of fast food. However, there are several steps that can be taken to solve this issue, such as allocating time for physical exercise and taxing fast food restaurants. This essay will outline the reasons behand this problem and offer effective measures.

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Some people believe that violence on television and in computer games has a damaging effect on society. Others, however, deny that these factors have any significant influence on people’s behaviour. What is your opinion on that issue?

While,many people feel that violence on screen has a negative effect on people,others reject this opinion citing that there is no change in people's behaviour due to television and computer pastime.I personally agree with the first group of people.

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The detailed description about crime will affect the people and cause many social resources. Some people say that the media should be strictly controlled. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?

In the contemporary era, the media plays a major role in shaping the views of individuals in society. This has prompted the question of whether the details of a criminal case should be covered or not and if such cases should be highly regulated as it may lead to various social issues. While I somewhat agree with the former decision, still we cannot ignore the fact that media should be free from censorship.

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Some people believe that the government should monitor websites. Do you agree or disagree?

. There is no denying the fact that the only way to make the internet safe is for the law to censor the content of websites . While it is a commonly held belief that censorship of some websites is not allowed in most countries , there is also an argument that opposes it. In my opinion, I consider I agree with this opinion.

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Some people think that several short holidays from school are better, while others think one long summer holiday for the year is better for children. Discuss both views and include your own opinion and relevant examples from your experience.

There is an ongoing debate concerning whether children have short breaks during a school year or one long holiday in summer. While some people advocate that short holidays help student stay focused and reduce stress, others assert that a long summer vacation gives more time to travel, relax and focus on other activities. This essay will examine both perspective in detail before presenting my personal viewpoint.

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In a number countries, some people think that it is necessary to spend large sum of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Other belives that the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both views and give your own opinion?

In some countries people think it is necessary to invest large amounts of money into the construction of new railway lines for fast travel between cities. Others argue that the money is better spend on improving the existing transport. This essay wants to discuss both views and show why i believe working on existing lines is more cost efficient.

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Some people say that punishment is the best way to teach children to behave well,while others disagree and point out that rewarding and praising them is better.Discuss both views and give your opinion

On the one hand, while someone claims that punishment is a brilliant approach for these spoiled children, others state punishment may bring permanent mental damage. In my opinion, discipline is allowed; however, it should only be done with restraint. This means we have to use it appropriately. For example, when a child steals something without any remorse, severe punishment should be exerted. Because this crime could be a potential problem for society in the future. Strictly speaking, it should be corrected instantly with any form of measure.

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In many nations, it is becoming mandatory to receive vaccinations in order to prevent the spread of disease. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Some countries are distributing compulsory vaccines for the population to prevent the diseases to be spread. In my opinion, this is a positive decision, because the government invests billions of dollars in medical research to develop vaccines to keep their citizens safe from deadly diseases and the decision of take or not should not be in the individual hands.

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

The debate on whether being self-employed or working for a company is better has observed a significant increase over the last decades. Nowadays more and more people choose to employ themselves. Particularly, after the COVID pandemic, this trend has presented a constant rise.

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Some believe that traffic problems in cities can best be resolved by investing in urban infrastructure while others feel there are superior solutions. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Few people believe that spending funds on urban infrastructure can be a good choice for solving issues related to traffic.But for others, there are various other great ways to tackle this obstacle.This essay will elucidate both sides of this argument and provide a personal opinion.

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It is more important to spend public money promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on the treatment of people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree of disagree?

Many people think the government should spend money to help people live healthy lives and avoid getting sick, while others believe it is better to use money to treat people who are already ill. I think it is more useful to spend money on preventing illness.

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In some parts of the world, many famous people are regarded as role models and they are having an increasing influence on the young.

In contemporary society, many young people consider celebrities as role models. While some support this admiration, others argue that it may exert a harmful influence on adolescents. This essay will discuss both perspectives before explaining why I personally side with the latter view.

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: Some people think sending criminals to prison is not an effective way to deal with them. Education and training are better. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Prison is not always helpful in preventing criminals. The question is, There is a part of the community that does not agree with sending criminals to prison, they believe there are another ways can help. In my opinion, The government should not send all the criminals to prison, It depends on their crimes. In this essay, I am going to introduce the main ideas and give my opinion.

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These days it is much easier for many people to travel to different countries for tourism than in the past. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, travelling is more convenient and hustle-free as compared to the past few decades through new modes of transportation and more comfortable. This essay will discuss the more pros of travelling, than the cons.

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The government should control the amount of violence in films and on television in order to control violent crimes in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this action?

The topic is that whether the government should control the amount of violence in films and on television in order to control violent crimes in society has triggered discourses. I disagree with the government's control of the amount of violence in films and on television.

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The government is spending a lot of money discovering life on other planets. Some people think that governments are wasting money and should spend more money addressing the problems of the public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There is no denying the fact that nowadays, researching and discovering outer space become a crucial thing. However, governments are responsible for providing all requirements to their citizens. while it is a commonly held belief that the government's concentration should be on addressing society's problems and finding solutions for them.Rather than spending more money on discovering other planets. I would argue that governments have a responsibility to invest more money in community issues irrespective of the advantages of spending money on research about other galaxies.

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Many people are afraid to leave their houses because of the fear of crime. Some believe that more action should be taken to prevent crimes. Others feel that little can be done. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

In the contemporary era, crime has emerged to become one of the most prominent and complex issues facing societies worldwide. This has raised the question for people to whether go out of their houses or not. While some support that more efforts should be taken to help diminish this issue, others argue that nothing much can be done. I firmly believe in the former idea and will state the reasons for the same.

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people under the age of 18 who commit crimes should be reeduated rather than punished. To what extent you agree or disagree with this opinion.

Some people believe that young individuals below the age of 18 should be reeducated instead of punished. While this idea may seem to be compassionate, I totally disagree with it. In my view, teenagers who break the law must face a form of punishment to ensure justice, personal responsibility, and public safety.

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Many people think that the government should invest more in public services instead of arts like music and theatre. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Government spending has long been debated, particularly whether funds should prioritize essential public services or be invested in the arts. While cultural fields like music and theater can contribute to national identity, this essay argues that investing in public services such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure has a more direct impact on citizens’ well-being and long-term societal progress.

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