IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 471

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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The pictures illustrate the changes in Shipsmouth between 1995 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The two pictures demonstrate the changes, wich have taken place in Shipsmouth between 1995 and 2010. Overall, it appears that there had been a significant modernization, with new infrastructures and amenities.

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In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think is it a positive or negative development?

Nowadays, the population in the countryside is dropping due to the increase of migration to cities. In my point of view, this trend is negative because of the overpopulation problems in cities and fewer population in the rural areas.

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TOPIC: In recent years, the family structure and the role of its members are gradually changing. What kinds of changes can occur? Do you think these changes are positive and negative?

Technology disrupt our society in many ways. The family structure is not an exception. Family is a group of people connected by marriage or bloodline sharing a same household. This essay will discuss how the family structure and the role of its members has changed over time and its consequences.

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Many people nowadays spend a large part of their free time using a smartphone. What do you think are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative develop

In today's society people use their smartphones a lot. A reason is smartphone addiction, a lot of us are addicted to their phone, another reason can be social connection, one more can be entertainment. Smartphones have undoubtedly brought about significant advancements and beneficial impacts in numerous aspects of life.

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Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country's police force or military force, while others think that women are not suitable for these kinds of jobs. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

Gender equality in fields like military and police that have more male population than female is a topic that has been progressed and debated worldwide. Some believe that women should be equally represented in these work spaces, while some believe that men are more physically suited than women and should be featured more. In my opinion, women should play an equal role as men in military and police forces, because women are now represented with more opportunities than in the past, and both genders should be equally accepted and treated the same.

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In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is positive or negative situation?

Buying a house instead of renting one is more vital for people in some countries. People do not want to rent a living place because they do not want to pay rent longer period nor they do not need to move any time when their landlord requests them to leave the house. I strongly believe that, it is a positive notion.

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The mass media, such as TV, radio and newspapers, have an influence on people, particularly on younger generations. It plays a pivotal role in shaping the opinions of people, especially teenagers and young people. To what extent do you agree with this? Please give examples.

Nowadays, when our generation lives in an era of technology development, people's thoughts are drastically influenced by the Internet. It is agreed, that teenager's beliefs are formed on the basis of what is seen, therefore , a high risk for their mental health exists, since media space is publicly available. This essay,firstly,will discuss which positive sides have to be highlighted, followed by an analysis of the main negative aspects of this issue and measures which can be suggested to avoid them.

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An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problems does this cause? What can be done to deal with this situation?

In this contemporary era, the poor countries are faced with a brain drain problem, and a lot of paramount people are migrating to the developed countries. There are several reasons that cause the problems, so I would like to analyze the problems and solutions in the essay.

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Lack of fresh is becoming a global issue of increasing importance. What problems does this shortage cause? What measures could be taken to overcome this problem?

Today the scarcity of natural products is turning to be a crusial problem. In this essay, I am planning to discuss this issue, bringing a few possible consequences this could lead and try to find out feasible solutions.

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An increasing number of people are buying what they need online. What are the advantages and disadvantages for both individuals and companies to shop online?

In the Internet age, the market has experienced a revelation in business models and businesses try to sell their goods and services in the online era. Additionally, Buying online skyrocketed and transform

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In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?

In some places across the world, it is common for children to be told that everything is possible through hard work. While this is good because it motivates people to be hardworking, it dismisses how privilege plays a big part in success, which can lead to people not being able to face failure when they feel like they have given their maximum effort.

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Do you agree that the use of bioplastics is a crucial step towards reducing plastic pollution?

Plastic pollution has become an integral part of the rising debate in the present world. While proponents of the argument are in favour, however, the opponents are completely against the relevance of reducing plastic pollution. In my opinion, reducing plastic pollution and using bioplastics instead have more positive impacts than negative around the globe.

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The most important aim of science should be to improve people's lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Have you ever thought about what our lives woud look like without science? Although there may be immense objectives for science development, the most imperative goal is enhancing humans' lives. I, personally agree with this statement.

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What is your opinion on the impact of artificial lighting on wildlife?

The impact of artificial lighting on wildlife has become an integral part of the rising debate in the present world. While proponents of the argument are in favour, however, the opponents are completely against the relevance of the impact of artificial lighting on wildlife. In my opinion, artificial lighting on wildlife has more positive impacts than negative ones around the globe.

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Some people think that money must be spent on promoting the use of bicycles in cities while others think cities must spend on public transport discuss both views and give your opinion

While there is a controversy over spending more money on promoting the use of bicycles or improving public transport, I am inclined to believe that both are considered required facilities for modern cities and they have to be prioritized. In this essay, I shall discuss both views with giving proper examples.

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Some people feel that entertainers such as film stars, pop musicians or sports stars are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is undeniable that some jobs are gaining more money than other professions. While people argue that entertainers such as actors, musicians or athletes are paid higher than they are supposed to get. I firmly disagree with this statement because the more money they acquire the more risks they get. That is why I suppose every single job with more responsibilities and risks should offer more salary.

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Nowadays most of the parents are working which lead to harmful effects on their children. what are the causes and result.

Today most families have both parents working to attain a decent life. However, this brings a negative influence to children as the family time decreases. There are several key factors influencing this today.

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some people regard work as the most important thing in life and have little interest in anything else. Other people are more enthusiastic about their hobbies and leisure interests than their jobs. discuss both these attitudes and give your opinion.

It is obvious that there are several working cultures these days. Although some people believe that work is the first priority in their life, I believe that to some extent we should be concern about our hobbies and interests besides jobs.

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More and more people claim that modern work patterns are a source of stress. What do you think are the causes of this? Can you suggest some possible solutions?

This is the modern era of technology. Due to modern automation, most residents complain that these job patterns are the source of health issues. The problem is that they can't understand the arrangement of job because they do have not proper knowledge about this machinery. They should hire the young educated public or give proper knowledge 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.

There is an ongoing debate on whether university students should or should not be focusing their studies on the courses that adhere to their qualifications. Some argue that undergraduate should be focusing their studies for their qualifications while others believe that students can learn additional couses besides their main subjects. In this essay, I believe that there are valid points from both sides of the debate that needs to take into consideration.

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