IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 40

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of oil drilling operations in remote locations around the world. This has brought economic benefits to some countries, though it has also raised concerns about the environmental impact of these operations. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Over the last few decades, there has been a noticeable rise in the oil exploration practices in far-off regions. Although these extraction processes significantly contribute to the boom in the economy, but they also pose rather alarming plethora of risks to the ecosystems. I personally stand with the latter viewpoint, and believe that these practices result in depletion and accidents that severely harm our natural world.

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Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Even though, the general opinion regarding public health improvement indicates expanding sports amenities as more people would be able to benefit from them, I agree with the latter point of view, that additional actions are necessary to cater for the maximum benefit of the population.

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Many people work long hours, leaving little time for leisure activities. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experiences.

Taking into account the nature of our current working environment, most people have resorted to working for extended periods in order to maintain their lifestyle. Although this may seem necessary to some, most people will opt for a more active lifestyle.

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Very few schoolchildren learn about the value of money and how to look after it, yet this is a critical life skill that should be taught as part of the school curriculum. Do you agree or disagree?

In recent society, understanding the value of wages and how to handle them plays a significant role in the life skills of young children. Some schools already teach it as part of their curriculum, but that’s pretty rare. I strongly agree with the statement that these essential skills should be included in the school educational program for all schools due to financial responsibility and awareness of money’s value.

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Some feel that tourism endangers culture while others feel it is benefical. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

It is often argued that the tourism industry is harmful to culture. However, other individuals claim that it is advantageous. I am of the opinion that tourism is beneficial because many people can exchange their culture and spread around the world.

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Some people believe that governments should have access to people’s mobile phone call records and messages for safety reasons. Others believe that this information is private and should not be available without per-mission. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is considered by some people that public privacy such as call recordings or messages should be easily attained by the government. However, some people believe that there should be privacy in personal life. I believe that the government should have access to check people's mobile phones whenever needed for safety reasons.

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Some people believe that time spent on televiosion, video and computer games can be beneficial to children. Others believe this has a negative effects on a child. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Few individuals believe that spending time on television,video and computer games is helpful for offspring.However, the rest of the others are not in favour of supporting this trend.Therefore,ahead of my opinion, both views will be discussed further.

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Some people think if students are afraid of the teacher it is better. Others see that having friendly relations is better. What do you think? Discuss both points and give us your opinion.

These days, the youngsters are looking for the friendly enviornment in school, so they can ask for help without being scared. Some people argue that if students are not afraid they will be not disiplin. I completely disagree with the satement and in this essay I will present both point of views with examples and give my opinion.

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In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this .

Nowadays, in some countries young students are likely to do work or travel at the same time, in the years between finishing high school and starting university , I will write about both the advantage and disadvantages in this essay.

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The proportion of income adults and children spent on 4 common items in the UK in 1998.

The given table shows the amount of money spent by adults and children on 4 different goods in the UK in 1998.

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Some people say that in this modern era, it is unnecessary to teach children about the skills of handwriting. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is undeniable that the way of learning has become totally changed. However, it is necessary to teach the conventional skills of handwriting along with the computerized method. I largerly agree with the given statement that children should be familiar with handwriting skills as it is an indispensible part of learning.

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More and more people are migrating to cities in search of a better life, but city life can be extremely difficult. What are the reasons for this movement? Explain some of the difficulties of living in a city. Discuss both sides and give your opinion

Some individuals are of the opinion that moving to urban areas is better in search of an improved quality of life. While others say that city lifestyle can be extremely demanding. This essay argues that although rural areas are free from pollution and provide much greenery, cities have more developed infrastructure and social amenities such as accommodation, job opportunities, healthcare, and transportation.

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

The growth of the population has become a matter of great concern. Some countries include a relatively large number of elderly people, which has been argued that this will cause issues to the governments, while others believe it will be good for society. Although older people do add a lot of value, in my opinion, the advantages are a few compared to that of nations with younger citizens.

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THE GOVERNMENT SHOULD REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF MONEY SPENT ON LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS AND INSTEAD INCREASE FUNDING INTO URGENT AND MORE THREATENING ISSUES SUCH AS GLOBAL WARMING. To what extent do you agree?

There is growing debate that the authority should apart attention and capital in to more emergency and dangerous cases such as planetary warming via decreasing amount of money spent on regional ecological concerns. While I agree that global warming is a serious and urgent challenge, I believe that local environmental issues deserve continued and substantial approach.

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some belive technology has made our lives too complex ande the solution is to lead a simplier life without technology.To what extend do you agree of disagree.

It is sometimes argued that technological advancements make our lives complicated and the solution is to lead a simpler life and avoid technological progress. From my perspective, I strongly disagree with this view.

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One of the major problems that today’s government faces is creating enough satisfactory housing for their increasing populations whilst still trying to protect the environment. How can this be achieved? Discuss and give your opinion.

One of the major challenges facing todayâs governments is providing sufficient, satisfactory housing for their growing populations while simultaneously protecting the environment.

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Nowadays, young people are admiring media and sports stars, even though they do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development.

These days, despite having a bad reputation in some cases, many media and sports stars are being admired. I vehemently believe due to the possibility of devaluing bad behaviors and declining of public’s understandings this is a completely negative development.

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Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

It is highly debated issue, whether government's money should be spent on entertainment sector or it should be invested on public services. However, I believe, authorities should spend more on services for common people but arts department should not be neglected.

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

Many people are the opinion that living in a foreign country without knowing the language can cause social and practical problems. I know from my own experience that this is only true if you are not willing to face your language barriers and keep to yourself.

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Some people think that exercise is the key to health while others feel that having a balance diet is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

There is an ongoing belief among individuals that working out is the primary key to health, while others argue that having proper nutrition is essential. In this essay, I will explore both perspectives before presenting my own viewpoint.

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