IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 36

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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Some people spend most of their lives, living close to where they were born. What might be the reasons for this? What are the advantages and disadvantages?

Certain demographics of people prefer staying near their hometown for the long period of time. In my opinion this is mainly to remain intact with their values. There are pros and cons to this approach which will be discussed in the subsequent paragraphs.

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Doctors in many countries are saying that people are not getting enough physical exercise. What are the causes of this and how can it be addressed?

In recent years, a growing number of doctors across the world have argued that individuals are not indulging in an appropriate amount of physical activity. There are several reasons for this trend such as advanced technology and hectic lifestyle however there are effective solutions that the government and individuals can implement to tackle this concern.

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

It is argued that the length of workdays ought to be decreased and employees' free days should be more. This essay agrees with this standpoint for different reasons, such as effect on productivity and balanced work-family life, which will be discussed in this essay.

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Modern transportation and shipping has made the world a better place to live. Use specific reasons and details to explain your opinion.

Modern transportation and shipping have evolved significantly with advancements in technology, and effective delivery of goods from one place to another. This essay will explore the reasons in forthcoming paragraphs.

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Some people think rapid population growth in cities only benefits people who live there while others believe that there are disadvantages. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

As urbanisation occurs, the population in cities has increased dramatically in recent years. Some people believe that the rise in population is beneficial, while others have the opposite view and argue that there are more disadvantages. Hence, I will discuss both of their views in the following passage.

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People believe that they should be able to keep all the money they earn and should not pay tax to the state. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is sometimes asserted that a country might economically benefit from its citizens working longer hours; however, there are far-reaching repercurssions at the societal level. I completely agree with this assertion as increased time commitment can result in elevated national gross product as well as certain social problems.

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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?

It is undeniable that the overwhelming majority of products on the store shelves contain a huge amount of sugar. Moreover, it is well-known that sugar causes obesity, diabetes, heart diseases and so on. That is why people from all corners around the world try to find effective solutions to this issue and one of them is an increase in prices on products with added sugar. I totally disagree with this idea because, in my opinion, it can have an opposite effect.

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Information technology enables many people to do their work outside their workplace. Do the benefit of this mobility outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, people tend to work remotely with the help of information technology. It has many significant advantages such as time saving and flexibility, however, some drawbacks are serious and need to be limited.

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Some people think that good planning is the key factor for success in life. Others think that there is hard work, and luck is a factor that leads to success. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

A school of thought holds that good planning is the main factor leading to success, while others argue that it is impossible to succeed without hard work and luck. While I acknowledge that careful planning is somewhat justifiable, I firmly assert that hard work and a bit of luck are equally indispensable for anyone who aspires to a successful life.

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Some cities have vehicle-free days, when private cars, trucks, motorcycles are banned in the city center. Public transportation like buses, taxis and metros are advised. To what extent do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some cities have special days when people cannot use their private cars, trucks, or motorcycles in the city center. Only public transportation like buses, taxis, and the metro is allowed. I believe the advantages of this idea are more than the disadvantages.

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Some people believe that everyone has a right to have access to university education and that governments should make it free for all students no matter what financial background they have. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Most of the developed countries offer free high school education to all children, thus achieving 100% literacy rate unlike in developing countries. In light of the above success, many are raising voices to make higher education free for all students, enabling poor students to get university degrees without any financial stress. While it may seem a grand favour to students, consequences of such a step may be detrimental to the quality of education. So, I firmly disagree with the perspective of free education to all, as I believe it will have more adverse effects, outweighing the benefits that it offers.

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Mobile phones and the internet bring a lot of benefits to people nowadays. However, older people use them the least. In what aspects do mobile phones and the internet benefit older people? How can we encourage them to use these technologies?

The development of technology brings convenience to people. Nowadays, elders do not use smartphones and the internet that much. In this essay, I will discuss the advantages of technology to the elderly and the solution to enhance their usage of them.

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In many countries, there is a growing concern about the quality of education. What are the reasons behind this issue, and what measures can be taken to improve the education system?

There is no denying the fact that there are various concerns in many countries about the quality of education. This essay will discuss the reasons behind this issue, and the different ways that could improve the education system.

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Some people believe that the internet has brought people closer together while others think it has isolated them.

There is a debate over the internet has helped bridge distances between people. Others arguing it has made them feel alone. In my opinion the former is true as the internet has enabled instant communication, allowed people to maintain relationships across great distances.

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Solving environmental problems should be the responsibility of an international organization rather than each national government. Do you agree or disagree?

In contemporary society, environmental preservations are considerable issues. People have been debating over who should solve environmentally problems: international organizations or individual national government. In my opinion, a more efficient way to tackle these problems is to unite both sides instead of relying solely on international organizations.

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some countries, online shopping is replacing shopping in stores. Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is argued that people prefer to use online shopping instead of buying things at offline stores. In my opinion, it quite a positive development because internet shopping helps consumers more conveniently for buying something, and sellers can easily manage their products to improve a better experience of selling.

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Plastic bags, plastic bottles and plastic packaging are bad for the environment. What damage does plastic do to the environment? What can be done by governments and individuals to solve this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In the 21st century, the use of plastic is a major concern all around the world, as people know that using these things, which are made out of plastic, such as bags, bottles, and all other plastic packaging which is very harmful for the environment and causes lots of damage to the environment. However, I will explain in a further paragraph what damage it does to the environment and what steps the government or people can take to prevent this problem.

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Some people say that there is too much harmful content on the internet. They say the only way to make the internet safe is for the government to censor the content of websites. To what extent do you think the government should control what information is available on the internet? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

More and more people are surfing on the internet and seeing violent content. Currently, there are very few limitations about what can be posted online but some people believe that the government should start to censor websites to create a safe environment. Overall, I don't agree with this opinion.

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Some people believe that artificial intelligence and automation will eliminate many jobs, while others think they will create new opportunities. Discuss both views and give your opinion

It is an argued issue whether artificial intelligence and automation will increase the unemployment rate or these sectors will contribute to creating tremendous job opportunities. This essay will not only discuss both viewpoints, but my opinion is also highlighted.

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Some people believe that we cannot learn anything from the past for our life today, while others believe that history is a valuable source of information to understand human’s life. Discuss both views and give your opinion Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

Some people argue that we cannot learn anything from the past that is useful for modern life, while others believe that history remains a valuable tool for understanding the present. This essay will discuss both perspectives before explaining why I believe history is essential.

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