IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 76

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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The increasing number of people travelling abroad for leisure is contributing to over-tourism in many destinations. Is this a positive or negative development?

Nowadays, more and more individuals prefer spending their free time in foreign countries, which leads to a large number of humans gathering in one area, resulting in constant overcrowding. Personally, I believe it to be a negative development, since overtourism is causing harm to people and ecology.

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In current society, many people are struggling with obesity.

It is true that nowadays, a significant number of individuals are facing problems related to fatness. There are many reasons why this is the case and I believe that it has detrimental effects on people.

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Around the world, many adults are working from home, and more children are beginning to study from home because technology has become cheaper and more accessible. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Since in the present time, advances in technology are more affordable, whether people should have distance learning and working or not is a controversial issue. While I accept that there are some drawbacks to having a remote career, I believe that its pros outweigh the disadvantages of this phenomenon.

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Although parents are responsible for raising a child, outside influence plays a key role in their development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Despite the fact that parents are mostly responsible for bringing up their offspring, there is a debate that outside influence is more affective in turns of character development of a child. I do not support this view, owing to the fact that parental influence is more dominant compared to person’s surrounding.

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Women play quite different role in society than twenty years ago. They make career growth, earn money, drive cars and spend less time with their children. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?

Women have various responsibilities in the community compared to twenty years ago such as career growth,making funds,driving automobiles and spending little time with their children. The advantages of this are that women are not relegated to the background anymore and they become equal with men in the society. However, some disadvantages are that this makes them to be in an unhealthy competition with men and they do not have time for their families anymore.

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Technological development leads to lots of environmental issues. Some people think a simple life style can preserve environment while others argue that technology itself can solve it. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge of experience

In recent years, owing to the development of technologies there has been a significant impact on the environment such as increasing pollution and reduced natural sources. Some individuals argue that an uncomplicated living standards can help to preserve the forests while opponents oppose that the problem of logging the plants can be tackled by technology. This essay will elaborate on both viewpoints and will explain why I personally believe that a balanced approach is best.

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Children and teenagers are committing more and more crimes in many countries. Why is this happening? How can we stop or at least reduce youth crime?

Nowadays, children and young adults are getting involved with illegal actions more than ever. This is due to irresponsible families and criminal organizations. In this essay, the solutions including taking harsh measures against organized crime and supporting poor families will be explored.

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I many places, new homes needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is omre important to protect the coutryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?

It it observed that recently there is an increased demand for building new houses but the only place available to construct them is on the countryside. Due to this situation, some people bring forward the idea of discouraging this development as it is important to conserve the land surrounding the city area. In my opinion, I agree to not start construction anywhere else but rather reuse the space within the residency.

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Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

By technology advancement, some youngsters have developed a dependence on digital devices. Because of convenience and entertainment, they gradually get used to spending hours on their phones. In this essay, I will discuss this issue and explain why I believe it is a positive development.

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Children should take part time job in their free time or they should totally focus on their studies. What are the advantages and disadvantages to children of doing so?

I believe that children should take part time jobs in their free time, only if they can also focus on their studies. My opinion is based in the many benefits that a child can get by learning new skills at their work, but I know it is not always good and there have to be some kinds of limitations for them.

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Many people think technological devices such as smart phones, tabkets and mobil phones bring more disadvantages than advantages. To what exteend do you agree or disagree

Technology nowdays such as mobile phones and tablets have an enourmous impact on society and matters of communications. In my opinion, it has had both an positive as well as negative contribution on how we communicate and reach for others. This is why this essay will explore its advantages and disadvantages.

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Many people today spend most of their free time watching TV series or movies instead of going out. Do you think this is right or wrong?

A plethora of individuals nowadays most of their spare time watching TV series or movies instead of spending time outside. In my opinion, I believe that is wrong. However, I will discuss this further.

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Detailed descriptions of crimes in newspapers and TV can have dire consequences on society, so this kind of information should be restricted in media. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Detailed descriptions of crimes in newspapers and on TV can have serious consequences for society, so this type of information should be restricted in the media. I agree with this viewpoint, as excessive coverage of criminal behavior can negatively impact the mental health of news consumers.

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Global warming is not caused by human activity. Changes in average temperatures throughout all climate zones are a normal phenomenon. Therefore, countries need not take any actions to combat global warming that would negatively impact their economies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Some people might have a notion that global warming is not merely affected by human, rather it could be developed by a natural occuring of the earth temperature changes. I am completely against to the statement since I believe that the issue of this shifting temperature is majorly caused by the people.

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Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, prefer to take risk and think that change is a positive thing. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

It is sometimes argued that some people have a tendency to maintain status quo, while on the other end, there are those who are not afraid to take risks and see vertue in it. While these views are vastly different, they are both valid on an individualistic and collective level and are essential for human societies to thrive and simultaneouley keep their integrity.

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Across the world, local shops are closing due to losing customers to online competitors. What problems does this produce? And what solutions can you suggest to overcome them?

Nowadays technology has a huge impact in our life particularly in business. Online stores have surpassed local shops in sales due to the ease and convenience of shopping.

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Some people believe that children should be able to choose what to study in school from early on. Other people think most of education should be guided and be based on what is useful, regardless of a child’s preferences.

There are different points of view on how youngsters should choose their primary study path. While some believe that it is fundamental to decide on the objects of study from the outset, others claim that every choice should be made with future usefulness in mind, without considering child’s desires. In my opinion, although it is difficult to understand individuals’ inclinations at an early stage, it is fundamental guided them through the decision-making process while also takin children’s preferences into account.

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Some people think that when recruiting, companies should aim to take on people who are innovative and able to work independently while others consider they should recruit people who are able to work in a team and follow instructions.

Some people argue that including sports in school is a waste of time and resources, while others believe that it plays an essential role in student’s overall developments. Both sides have their own opinions, and this essay will discuss them before giving a conclusion.

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In some countries today, people are having their first child when they are older. What are the reasons for this? Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

There are countries where it is usual to have the first child at an older age. In this essay, the reasons in terms of attitude towards marriage at older ages and financial problems and advantages including enjoying early life and disadvantages including health complications will be explored.

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Some countries have introduced laws to limit working hours for employees. Why are these laws introduced? Do you think they are a positive or negative development?

The trend of introducing laws to restrict working hours for workers has gradually spread over some countries. That is because the large amount of working time causes some negative effects for employees, such as mental health issues, a decrease in the quality of working and accelerating exploitation from employers. I believe that this trend are a positive development because it ensures to provide workers with a stable and healthy life.

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