IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 76

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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It is said that "Not everything that is learned is contained in books". Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. In your opinion, which source is more important? Why? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is usually said that “Not everything that is learned is contained in books”, highlighting the contrast between theoretical knowledge and practical experience. In my opinion, experience tends to have a greater impact on personal growth and develops quick solutions to situations. The following essay will answer the given questions and reach a reasonable conclusion.

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Some people believe it is better to study subjects that have practical applications. Others, however think it is better to study subjects that are theoretical. Discuss both views

In this contemporary epoch, it is crucial to attain full educational material to reach at full potential. However, there are predominantly two contrasting views on choosing the valuable sources of subjects. A section of society vehemtly deems that practical way of learning is beneficial while others believe that rendering theories have more significant role. I opine that, substantial proportion of both methods is vital for students to acquire overall qualifications.

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Many people these days rely on traditional medicines instead of consulting doctors. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Numerous individuals currently depend on alternative medicine rather than consulting physicians. In my opinion, I consider this a negative development that can lead to misdiagnosis and ineffectiveness.

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Some people believe that successful sports teams are always those with the strongest or fittest players. Others think that success depends more on the team’s mental strength. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Whilst some people support that successful sports teams are those with the strongest or fittest players, others believe that team's mental strenght is the key for success. Analysing body features, the ones who have a good physical capacity usually achieve better results. However, mental strenght is also an important characteristic to reach accomplishment. In my opinion, a balance of both views is essential for success.

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In many developing countries there is a problem with declining quality of air and water from both industry and construction. What measures could be taken to prevent this?

It has been universally acknowledged that the water and air quality is decreasing in various nations because of industralization and construction activities, and this problem is escalating at an alarming rate in the current scenario. This issue has been a depressing magnitude. Although a plethora of reasons are there, yet some sensible measures are also available to curb this grave concern.

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Some people believe that family is crucial in developement of children, some other say that external factors such as television, mobile and friends play important role. Discuss both views

Folks nowadays consider that the family plays an important role in the overall growth and advancement of a juvenile however opponents think that other factors such as music, friends and TV set are more crucial in their life. In the upcoming paragraphs, I would like to shed light on both viewpoints.

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Many people prefer to live in their own house, while others are prepared to live in rental properties. Discuss both views, give your own opinion and examples.

Many people choose to live in their own accommodations, while others prefer to rent properties. This essay will discuss both perspectives and explain why I prefer to have my own properties.

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The only way to improve safety of our roads is to give much stricter punishments on driving offenses. To what extent do you agree with this idea?

The only way to improve road safty and reduce accident is increase the rules and regulations which public would obey.The goverment have to take safty measures in this situation.

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Many doctors say that people in today's would do not do enough physical exercises. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions are there to this problems?

Today, several doctors point out that people aren't getting enough exercise. We know that, it can be difficult to perform the physical activity necessary to keep the body healthy, some point to the busy daily routine, and others, to misinformation and lack of awareness on the subject. Anyway, lack of long-term exercise brings an endless number of health problems. In this brief essay, I'll outline the possible causes and solutions.

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Question: " Discuss the role of lifestyle choices in maintaining overall health. Consider factors such as diet, exercise, and stress management. How can individuals make informed choices to promote their well-being?” You should give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge to support your response.

There is a famous proverb "an apple in a day, keeps a doctor away". Truly, over all well-being of a person depends on their own lifestyle. How we opt our routines and the choices in order to achieve healthy habits for a good quality of life is a crucial decision to make for a balanced lifestyle. However, plenty of options are there to adapt for a healthy routine such as, mindfull diet, adaptation of exercise, and stress management would be a game changer for an individual. All these choices can be informed through awareness guiding campaign or a health provider may give useful insights of having healthy lifestyle for a better health to the person.

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In many countries, there is a growing concern about the excessive use of plastic and its detrimental impact on the environment. Some argue that implementing a plastic tax would discourage the use of plastic products. Do you agree or disagree?

The negative reflection to the environment of the extensive plastic utilisation makes different nations increasingly worried. Some people claim that carry out a plastic levy could disincentive its utilisation. I firmly opine that regulation on this issue is essential, not only to preserve the nature but also to stimulate companies’ innovation and the overall prosperity of the world.

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Some people say government should give health care the first priorities, some others believe there are more important priorities to spend the taxpayers' money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

The question of whether investigating the health care systems is the most important compared to funding in education, technology and economy remains widely debated. In my view of point, although health care should be the first priority, other industries weigh important.

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The natural resources such as oil, forests and fresh water are being consumed at an alarming rate. What problem does it cause? How can we solve these problems?

Many people are using natural resources overwhelmingly, and that brings a negative impact. Some resources, such as oil, forests, and fresh water, are in a critical situation. In this essay, I will discuss the main problems of this issue and provide some suggestions to solve the issue.

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some people think that it is better for a country's economy for people to spend money, while others believe that it would be better for people to save money. Discuss both view and give your opinon

There has been argue over whether people should spend money for economic prosperity of the nation or it would be better for people to save money. Some people think spending more money on buying goods and services boosts economy , which is true. However, other argue,saving money for themselves is better idea for any uncertanity in the future. I personally believe , both the points have valid reasons but it should be go side by side as saving and spending both are necessary for country and as an individual.

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art should be unrestricted. DO you agree or disagree

The problem of whether or not art should be restricted has sparked a heated debate. While some individuals argue that art may have a negative influence on society, when it has not limitation, I contend that frames and standarts will shape imagination and art loose any meaning.

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Some people think that it's a good idea to socialize with work colleagues during evenings and weekends. Other people think it's important to keep working life completely separate from social life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people believe that we should spend leisure time on weekends or in evenings with teammates, while some argue that working life should be totally seperated from personal life. This essay will discuss both perspectives and explain why I believe that socialization is a better way as it enhances working productivity.

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Both governments and individuals are spending vast amount of money on protecting animals and their habitat. This money could be better spent dealing with fundamental issues in society such as poverty and health care. To what extent do you agree?

Some argue that governments and people should invest in human society and its problems instead of spending a huge amount of money on protecting animals and their habitat. This essay strongly disagrees with this statement, and believes that the earth belongs to all its human and animals and they should co-exist. Not paying enough attention to animals or their habitat and investing and spending money only for human society and problems, can lead to animals extinction and an imbalance the nature. This lack of balance can also be dangerous for human existence on the earth.

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Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicine and treatment instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a Positive or a negative development?

One of the widely discussed issues nowadays is some countries have rules which makes personal cars becoming unallowed from specific city centres. Surely, there are both pros and cons to banning private cars in specific areas but i believe that advantage outweigh disadvantages.

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It is said that "Not everything that is learned is contained in books" Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. In your opinion, which source is more important? Why? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In this contemporary epoch, it has become increasingly common among people to rely on personal vehicles on a regular basis. However, the proliferation of using own vehicles is not only creating problems for the environment but also contributing into leading worse traffic conditions.

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Water is a natural resource that should be free. The government should ban the sale of bottled water. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that the sale of water should be banned by government because the clean water should be accessible to everybody. Although they say that bottled water in shops violates human rights, others argue the wide choice of commercial water meets special needs and must exist. In my opinion, it is important that everybody have a free access to purified water, but at the same time, they must have an opportunity to choose. This essay will argue why the banning of the sale of water should not occur.

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