IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 49

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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Success is often measured by wealth and material possessions. Do you think wealth is the best measure of success? What makes a successful person?"

Today, it is common to think that successful people are only the ones who possess a lot of material and money resources. In my opinion, success of a person is not only his or her richness and possessions, it is also about personal characteristics, contribution to the world , and positive relationships.

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Earlier technological developments were more beneficial and changed the lives of the ordinary people than recent technology ever will. To what extent do you agree or disagree

It is believed that technological enhancements happened while earlier ages provided more benefits and had larger impacts on society. However, some people argue that current developments are also notable. In this essay, I will discuss the difference of impacts between recent technological progress and past one and explain why I disagree with the initial statement.

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These days, more and more people are goiung to other countries for significant period of time, either to find job or to study. there are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country.

In this contemporary era many people tend to migrate to another country in the purpose of working or studying. there are precisely many upsides and downsides options , this essay will point out the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

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Some people believe that because of Modem technology, it is no longer Necessary For people to lean handwriting Skills, but others think that handwriting is Still an important Skill. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is frequently debated if writing manually is still important for people, while many tools have appeared on the market, making it unnecessary for creating high quality texts. In my opinion, although recent technologies will represent the one-way solution to well communicate, I believe that learning handwriting still remains one of the crucial paths to developing fundamental skills, especially in young people.

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Some people think individuals should be responsible for reducing pollution, while others argue that it is the government’s duty. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some individuals believe that everyone has the responsibility to reduce pollution, while others claim that the government should be the one to address the problem. In my opinion, I fully agree with the viewpoint that protecting the environment requires every human being’s effort. This essay will discuss both perspectives and my reasonings.

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Leaders and directors in organizations are often older people. Some people say that younger people could be leaders. Do you agree or disagree?

Leadership and directorship are vital characters for big companies and it is often seen that the command of such role remains in the hands of senior staff members. However, some people say that they should give a chance to young professionals too. I disagree with this statement because these roles require background which newly hired employees might lack.

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All parents want the best opportunity for their children. There are some people who think schools should teach children skills but others think having a huge range of subjects is better for a child's future. Discuss both sides and give your opinion?

Most parents wish to provide the best opportunities for their children. While some believe that schools should teach essential life skills, others think that studying a broad range of subjects helps children develop skills for the future. This essay will explore the contribution of schools and academic subjects, along with my own opinion.

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The only reason why people work hard is to earn money and there is no other reason for doing so. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea?

The assertion that financial gain is the exclusive motivator for hard work is a narrow perspective that overlooks the complex tapestry of human ambition and fulfillment.

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Directors of large organizations earn much higher salaries than ordinary employees do. Some people think it is necessary, but others are of the opinion that it is unfair. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In the 21st century, the growing salary gap between directors and ordinary staff has sparked a heated debate. This essay will clarify some justifications for high salaries of directors and unfairness among employees before giving my own perspective on this matter.

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Some people believe famous people’s support towards international aid organizations draws the attention to problems, while other think celebrities make the problem less important. Discuss both views and give your opinion

In recent times it has been observed by some, that problems are made less significant by celebrities, while others believe that famous people supporting relief associations assist in highlighting issues that are otherwise ignored. Important personalities utilize their social status and credibility to vital difficulties which would otherwise be overlooked. It is due to these reasons that I agree with the former point of view.

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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?

There are some social and practical problems for anyone who decides to live in a country, where he/she has to speak a foreign language. I vehemently agree due to the high risks of social depriviation as well as limited job opportunities.

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Some people think that the best way to solve global environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many individuals believe that the best solution to solve the environmental issues consists of rising fuel prices. I agree with this idea although there are also other measures which can be taken to tackle them.

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In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasis that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Nowadays, producers are eager to show in their advertisements that their products are new to some extent. This is mainly due to limited innovation. I vehemently believe this to be a negative development due to the lack of creativity in the long term.

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The news media have become too much influence in people lives today and this is a negative development. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

While the core function of news is to inform and connect, the sheer volume, immediacy, and often sensationalized nature of modern media have led to a disproportionate and often negative impact. Therefore, I largely agree that the new has become overly influential, and this constitutes a negative develipment for individuals and society as a whole

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In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?

Nowadays, getting information about the history of the places where people live is becoming very popular. In this essay, the reasons including problems of the house and financial benefits and the ways to get to know the building including asking the old neighbors and online searching will be discussed.

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Question: Some people believe that students should study academic subjects like math and science at university. Others believe that students should be allowed to study whatever they like. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Nowadays people think that students should study academic subjects for example math and science at university while others think that they should have the freedom to study whatever they prefer . In my opinion, I think that students should choose the subjects that they want .This essay will discuss both views and at the end, I will give my opinion .

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Some people think sport teaches children how to compete, while others believe that children learn teamwork. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Many people suggest that sports foster a competitive spirit in children, while others believe that sports teach children cooperation. I think that all types of sports boost a sense of competition among children; however, not all sports develop teamwork skills.

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Some people believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until theyare six or seven years old. Others believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. What do you think are the advantages of attending school from ayoung age?

Some people argue that, for children aged zero to six, it would be positive to live with their parents without attending any school. On the other hand, most believe that there are many advantages on going at school at an early age. I am convinced that children should go at school when they are very young, as it contributes not only to the reinforcement of their health, but also to the development of their relational skills.

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Both government investment in public transport systems and reductions in public transport ticket prices will help to reduce transport pollution greatly. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

There is no denying that since the early 2000s, transport pollution has become an increasingly significant issue. Some authorities take measures to address the problem through allocate more financial resources for investments and ensuring affordable public transportation tickets. I totally agree that this attempt will help to mitigate the traffic congestion in the long run.

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Both government investment in public transport systems and reductions in public transport ticket prices will help to reduce transport pollution greatly. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

There is no denying that since the early 2000s, transport pollution has become an increasingly significant issue. Some authorities take measurements to address the problem by allocate more financial resources for investments and ensuring affordable public transportation tickets. I totally agree that this attempt will help to mitigate the traffic congestion in the long run.

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