IELTS Writing Samples Band 5. Page 90

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5

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cyclists and car drivers sharing the same road causes some problems. What are the problems and what can be done to reduce them?

Most of the roads are not designed to accommodate cycle and cars at the same time. Cyclists and car drivers sharing the same road causes problems such as traffic congestion, accidents especially at night, road rage and stress. In this essay, I will discuss both problems and their recommended solutions.

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some people think that schools are no longer necessary because an acquire information on internet. Do you agree or disagree with the given statement? What are the disadvantages of acquire information on internet?

We are living in an advanced technological globe so we enjoy the convenice that technology brings to us. People absorb information or data on internet effortlessly by typing a few key words, then people can find anything they want online easily. Thus, some people claim that education instituition is not necessary anymore because of the accessible of knowledge acquiry on internet. However, in my reckoning, schooling is compulsory for students to learn not only knoweldge but also the social skills.

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As a result of electronic inventions such as smartphones and tablets, people do less physical activity, and this is having a negative effect on their health. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Technology has brought many convenient benefits for human life. It is agreed that "as a result of electronic inventions such as smartphones and tablets, people do less physical activity, and this is having a negative effect on their health". This is because of these reasons I will explain below.

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? High schools should allow students to study the courses that students want to study. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

In this era, several people feel that the students should follow a specific lesson that students are interested to study and High schools have to support this program. I concur with this statement and in this essay, I will provide some opinions on this matter.

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"As a result of electronic inventions such as smartphones and tablets, people do less physical activity, and this is having a negative effect on their health". To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

I agree that "as a result of electronic inventions such as smartphone and tablets, people do less physical activity, and this is having a negative effect on their health". This is because of these reasons I explain bellow.

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Some people feel that governments should take a large proportion of peoples salaries to pay for necessary public services such as roads and schools . Others feel that taxes are a bad thing .

Should governments finance necessary public services either the money obtained from taxes or not? In my opinion we should pay a part of our profit to the state . In this way we support the economy , which leads to modernisation of the country . Although there are many benefits, some people feet that taxes are a bad thing .

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Some people say that after finishing their education adults can increase knowledge through continuous reading. Those who disagree say there are other ways to increase knowledge. Discuss both of these methods and give your opinion.

Today, knowledge is a tool, which can make anything possible, also making your worldview wider. Nowadays, individuals say that after finishing their graduation, mature person can enhance knowledge from long-term reading. Some disagree to that point, and believe there are other methods to improve knowledge. In following essay, i will examine both views, and share my own perspective to that.

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The news is a source of knowledge about the world. How much can we trust the journalists? What are the qualities a good journalist should have? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Although news is the primary source of any information’s about what happened in the world, there is growing concerns about how much the news is accurate and wheather they can trust journalists these days.

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People living in the 21st century have a better quality of life than the previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

"Life is better with every next day"—once said Willy Wonka, the greatest philosopher of Egypt. Nowadays, individuals think that people's lives in the 21st century have better living conditions than in previous times. I strongly agree with that statement, due to the fact that it gives one many opportunities, but the main ones are technological advancements and acceptance of wider functions.

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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar; which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?

These days, there is high levels of sugar in many manufactured food and drink products. This trend will lead to many health problems. Some companies start improving the price of products to decrease the willingness to buy these products. In my opinion, I agree with this point. I believe that it is one of the most important ways to help people control sugar.

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Is it important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, lots of companies and people are facing with some risks. Although there are lots of difficulties, some perfer to challange themselves, with dream of better life. But does it really lead to better living qualities? In this essay, i will look at its pros and cons and support my own opinion with examples.

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Many modern films and television programmes about past event and people contain a mixture of fact and fiction. Some people say this distorts the public's view of history and should therefore be discouraged. What are your views? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

Recently, the issue of mixture of fact and fiction about history has become the subject of heated debate. Some people assert that it distorts the individual’s view of history, while others argue otherwise. Personally, although I believe that both view should be given equal weight, I more agree with the former stand. In the following essay, the evidence supporting this matter will be discussed alongside relevant examples before a conclusion with my opinion.

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Some people say the fashion industry is bad for the environment, as it encourages consumers to buy new clothes all the time. Do you agree or disagree? Keywords: fashion; environment Type: Agree & Disagree

According to some, industry of fashion affect the environment negatively and it leads to rise in sales due to the reason of people wanting brand new clothes. I firmly agree with this statement. I believe that the need for following the trends lead to over-consumption of clothes and in the production process lots of waste occurs.

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In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. to what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?

Life expectancy is increasing in a lot of countries. Some people think that the old population makes problems for the country but others believe it has some positive sides. I believe the plus sides of having an old population outweigh the downsides.

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Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while other believe that it is better to straight after school. Discuss both views and give you opinion.

Opinion differs regarding the information about which one would be better between continue learning at university and straight directly after school make some public have discussions about that. In my perspective, nowadays, with the internet, society can improve their ability without formal education from the university, while the lessons and certificates thoroughly that students would get in the real life from it are irreplaceable. That things would be advantages for graduate students when they look a job in the future.

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Some people believe that it is best to accept bad situation, such as unsatisftory jobs or shortage of money. Other argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

While some people argue that accepting a unwanted circumstance is the best way to cope such as working in a job even though people do not like it or living in poverty, some hold the view against to this and claim that trying to change it will be more beneficial. This essay will explore both perspectives and present my opinion.

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The growth of online shopping will one day lead to closing all shops in towns and cities. Do you agree or disagree?

In recent years, online shopping has transformed at the retail industry and customers can to do shopping from home. While some believe this trend will eventually closure all physical shops. I totally disagree with this view and I think that traditional stores offer more unique benefits such as product testing and personal advice, social experience, online challenges.

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Some people believe that the government should pay too much attention to sports and pay little attention to education and health. Do you agree or disagree?

It is believed that sporting activities should be prioritized by the government as opposed to education and health centers. Although sport may seem an important field to centralize, I partially agree that the value of education and health plays a key role in shaping personal growth and development in the long run.

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More and more people work at home and study at home with the development of computer technology. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Computers makes our life easy and convinient for those who are working from home and remotely studying. The computer technology had changed the world in a unique way to make our life easier and better.

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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

This essay attempts to argue that foods and beverages containing excessive sugar might impact health. However, instead of blindly elevating the price of sugary products, a more effective approach would be to reduce the sugar content in the products themselves.

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