IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 322

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?

There is conflicting argument whether senior citizens bring problems for governments. In my opinion, the advantages outweight the disadvantages because they have a crucial role in maintaining and diseminating cultural values and become independent people.

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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?

With the advent of technological improvements, most children have been inclined to allocate most of their time on their mobile phones. A lack of social skills is the major reason behind this prevalence. I believe that this is a negative development because spending hours on screen can adversely impact children’s physical health.

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Public transport is essential but problematic. Describe some of problems connected to public transport and suggest some solutions.

It is an admitted fact that cities population is increasing day by day. And there is no proper mechnanism to resolve this issue. Increased population need a proper infrastructure to channelise the public.

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Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is undeniable truth that , life is not imaginable without communication. However, certain Human thinks that , Staying in abroad and speak their native language instead of mother language can create several issuses. I Partially disagree with this statement and uphold my point of view in following Paragraphs.

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Finding job satisfaction is considered to be a luxury in many developing countries. Why do you think that is? Do you think job satisfaction is important?

In this new era , a job must be done with happiness and satisfaction by the workers is a new trend going nowadays in numerous rations which are still evolving . There are many reasons behind this new viewpoint and this essay will cover it in the following paragraphs . as well as my opinion on if a job satisfaction is important or not.

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Some people believe zoos are good places for people to learn about animals. Other people believe animals belong in nature and it is wrong to keep them in zoos. What do you think? Explain, giving specific reasons for your choice.

In the third millennium, protecting of animals is one of most burning issues. Openinions about how ought to keep species are divided as to wheter keep them inside an isolated environment or leave animals alone in nature. Hence, this essay will delve into details of both point of view and provide some tentalizing reasons why zoos have better condition.

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A number of tertiary courses require students to undertake a period of unpaid work at art institution or organization as part of their programme. What are the advantages and disadvantages .

In the modern era, many higher schools exercise having unpaid work at companies as proportion of their course has many demerits. Some schools have had mixed results after unpaid internship programmes, so it is clear that people may have diverse ideas about this issue. Weighing up both sides, I think that there are more upsides that working at companies as studentstudents brings about.

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Besides a lot of advantages, some people think that the internet creates many problems. Do you agree or disagree?

While it is thought that the internet has several benefits on the community,others believe that many problems related to the usage of it. In my opinion, I think internet is a double-edged sword , as it simplifies the communication regarding of the challenges that it contains.

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It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. Dinosaur, dodos …) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people say that extinction is a natural process and a plethora of species evolve to replace each other. They assume that there is no reason to focus on such phenomenon and waste any effort to end it. From my perspective, it is a partial reality to explain vanishing of the animals and the issue needs some attention to slow it down or completely end it which will be examined further in the essay.

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Bringing in foreign workers to fill positions that domestic workers are unwilling to do can cause problems in the local community and should therefore be stopped. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is indeed fact that every individual Should have to do work to live life without facing any problems. However Certain mankind think that nation Should only Proffer jobs to local People instead of foreign People. I Partially disagree with this statement and uphold my point of view in upcoming Paragraphs.

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Write about the following topic: Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. 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. Write at least 250 words.

In recent days, it is a noticeable phenomenon that more people prefer to use various medicines and treatments rather than go to their usual doctors. Such a modern trend, in my point of view, does more harm than good.

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In some countries, people who commit less serious crimes are made to undertake community service* instead of a prison sentence. Some people believe that all people who have committed a crime should be sent to prison. Do you agree or disagree?

In a few nations, individual who commit less serious crime, like stealing or breaking any law, is made to undertake community service instead of a jail. While others think that all individuals who have committed a crime might be sent to jail. I am completely convinced with the first view because if a person steals something, it is a crime but he can not be counted in the category of criminal, however, to kill someone, or plan/do a big robbery is a big crime.

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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?

Some argue that punishments are crucial for helping children distinguish between right and wrong. I somewhat disagree with this as there are better teaching methods for youngsters. However, there are two light-type punishments that might be effective in certain situations, and educators and parents should be allowed to use them.

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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.

Some university students want to learn other subjects in addition to their main subjects. While others believe to focus studying to get a particular qualification. This essay will explain both perspective between learn additional subject out of the priority course or focus on specific skills.

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Some people think most crimes are the result of circumstances like poverty and other social problems. Others believe that they are caused by people who are bad in nature. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

A group of individuals think some offences are committed due to social issues but others have difference of opinion with this. They believe that a person's nature decides whether he will indulge in crime in the future or not. From my perspective, crime can be ascribed to an individual's beliefs and learnings happened during his life. Both viewpoints will be examined further in this essay.

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Many people think that countries have a moral obligation to help each other, while other argue that the aid money is misspent by governments that recieve it, so the international aid should not be given to the poor countries in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Do rich countries have the duty to help the less strong economies? In present day, many people argue that the aid money is misspent. I agree that the budget sent does often not fulfill the use it is supposed to. But should we really not give any contribution to the ones in need?

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Children have more and more tests and exams to do at school, sometimes starting from the age of five or six, right up until the age of 18. What are the advantages and disadvantages of making children do exam ?

In many schools, students are examined by tests and exams from pupils who are about 5 or six until senior high school and they have to just surround themselves with books and consume much time for studying for getting a good score. Children are involved with a pile of tests and exams in the period of school time that start at ages 5 and keep going to 18. In this essay , I will explore the pros and cons of testing children from the early to advances ages at school.

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As English becomes more widespread as a lingua franca, there is concern that the values and culture of the English-speaking world will displace native values and cultures. To what extend is this fear justified?

There is no doubt that English is becoming increasingly important as a language of international communication in the fields of science, trade, entertainment and as well as others. So, there are many debates about whether English will alter a country's nature. In my point of view, this fear is justified but i believe that people can manage this situation which in this essay, I will outline why i think so.

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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.

It is generally believed that it is crucial for kids to think about their own decisions on daily affairs. However, few individuals consider that it would create a society filled with egoist people, who only think about themselves. In this essay I would discuss both of these perspectives and give my opinion

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📝 TASK 2: More and more people are becoming seriously overweight. Some people say that the price increase of fattening foods will solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Sharply increased overweight had fueled debates between society.Some people assume that raising prices of food would help to reduce that solution .

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