IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 26

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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Some people argue that it is the government's responsibility to transport children to school while others believe that parents should do that. Discuss both views and give your opinion

In recent years, the problem of who should be responsible for transporting students have become a debate. While some suggest that it is governments’ obligation to deliver chidren to school, some argue that parents should bare the duty. I agree that this reponsibility should lie on authorities to ensure educational equity.

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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 negative development?

In this cutting-edge era, it has become extremely easy for teenagers to get their own personal devices, including androids and other types of smartphone. However, they tend to allocate hours per day on their gadget and this may lead to both possitive and negative impacts.

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What are the consequences of brain drain for both developing countries and developed countries? Could you please make a comparison on the positive and negative effect of this situation?

The rate of brain drain has been increasing globally in recent years. People should find this situation normal in today’s World. Brain drain has some impact on both developing and developed countries. In this essay, I would like to evaluate this situation.

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The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do you agree or disagree?

In recent years, there has been growing debate about a shorter working week and a longer weekend. Some people argue that a shorter working week can improve employees’ well-being and productivity, while others believe that it can harm financial efficiency. I support the idea of reducing the working week, because a short workweekweek can give us more free time to spend quality time with our family members.

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Some people think that too much parental pressure over children's academic performance has negative impacts on their development. Others think otherwise, saying that parental pressure can bring children more success at school. Discuss both views and give your opinion

There has been a heated debate over whether parental pressure over kids' academic performance does more harm than good or not. This essay will discuss both views before concluding that I am on the prior side.

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Some believe that people will purchase a product based on their needs and advertising is not needed. To what extent do you agree or disagree

It is thought that individuals buy those products that they need, thus advers is not necessary . I completely agree with this opinion and in this essay, I will state the reasons for this.

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Nowadays, some celebrities such as film stars, sportsmen and pop musicians are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Write your opinion. Celebrities should be highly paid.

It is commonly believed by some people that celebrities should have high remuneration. I agree with this statement up to high extent because there are some other skilled jobs which require high wages such as doctors, scientists.

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Students from poor background such as rural areas often find it difficult to access to university education, so people think universities should make it especially easy for them to study at. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

For many years, students from poor background in the rural area often find it hard to access to university education. It is essential that university should be conveniently accessible to all students to ensure fairness, reduce students' transportation costs and time and increase social mobilities.

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Some people think society could benefit more if more people study business than history. To what extent do you agree or disagree？

Studying specific subjects including business and history has a vital role in human life in terms of being knowledge. A substantial number of people hold the view that studying solely business is a future invest for individuals in order to building great career. However, what people curious regarding their nation should do is to study history which is beneficial for new generations. This essay will discuss this phenomenon and explain what extent I agree or disagree concerning this issue.

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The quality of healthcare a person received should not depend on the size of their bank balance. The government is responsible for providing a high level of healthcare for all its citizens. To what extent do you agree?

In the prevailing era, offering healthcare to every person in the world has become an issue. It is an argued issue whether authorities are responsible for supplying healthcare without financial discrimination to every individuals. I wholeheartedly agree with the statement since the govenment is responsible to protect public health and having access to healthcare system is a fundamental right.

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The number of people being sent to prison is increasing year by year. While some people believe prison is the best way to tackle crime, others suggest that community service is more successful. Discuss both views.

There has been incresing number of prisoners in recent years. However, there are predominantly two constrasting views, where a section on society claims that imprisonment is the msot effective solution, while other emphasize that involving them in social services is more successful way in reducing criminal behavior. I believe that volunteer work appears to be more rational rather than imprisonement.

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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 Discussed for these views and give your own opinion

Some would argue that college learners want to study other topics besides the primary course, while others say it is more essential to give all their attention to the course they sign up. I believe that taking subjects beside the main one, it will open more opportunity for them in the future.

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In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have the opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?

In contemporary,students are leaving their own countries to study abroad,but we should consider the advantages and disadvantages of this decision.In this essay,i will discuss both the drawbacks and upsides of this development and give my personal opinion.

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Academic plagiarism has become a pressing issue in many countries today.What are the causes of this problem? What are some possible solutions?

Most people nowadays are aiming for higher education, but consequently some problems arise. Academic plagiarism has become a pressing issue in many countries today. In this essay I would like to discuss the causes of this problem and provide some possible solutions.

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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar Do you agree or disagree?

In this era, people purchase many products that contain a high level of sugar, which are available in almost every market. Some people believe the health minister should establish a new policy that sugary products must be pricier. However, I would argue that factories have the freedom to produce sweet food and drinks, which people may purchase.

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In some parts of the world traditional festivals and celebrations have disappeared or are disappearing.what are the reasons of this? And suggest some solutions to tackle this problem.

Every individual should know the history behind their religion. It will not solely make them knowledgeable but also make coming generations aware of. In a few countries, past activities and events are very rare to see among individuals. The reasons behind giving less importance to traditional festivals and elaborate actions required to tackle this issue will be explained in subsequent paragraphs.

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Nowadays many people have an unhealthy diet and do not exercise regularly. What are the reasons behind this trend? How can we encourage these people to live a healthy lifestyle?

It is true that we live in an era when most people are not engaging in a healthy lifestyle, neider their dietary choices, nor their physical activity level is optimal. While today’s busy world might be the greatest contributing factor, there are many other aspects to this phenomenon, which should be carefully approached.

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Many people think cheap air travel should be encouraged because it gives ordinary people freedom to travel further. However, others think this leads to environmental problems, so air travel should be expensive in order to discourage people from travelling by air. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

A group of people suggest air travel should be promoted to give everybody the luxury to travel with airplanes. On the other hand, some people are concerned because this could increase the environmental pollution and should be limited by making it expensive. In this essay both views will be discussed.

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Population in cities is growing rapidly. What are the effects of it? What solution can you give to maintain a good quality of life in urban areas

Nowadays, in many parts of the world cities are becoming overcrowded. In this essay, the effects in terms of jobs and environmental issues, and solutions in terms of supporting businesses and environmentally friendly ways will be explored.

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Many criminals commit further crimes as soon as they are released from prison. What do you think are the causes of this? What possible solutions you can suggest

After serving prison sentences, many criminals reoffend. The essay believes that is being caused by ineffectivness of punishments, while a solution can be provided if governments implement adequate policies towards them.

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