IELTS Writing Samples Band 8.5. Page 110

IELTS Writing Samples Band 8.5

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In future more people will choose to go to holiday in their own country and not travel abroad on holidays. Do you agree or disagree?

Going abroad for a holiday is becoming increasingly popular. It is argued that more individuals will opt to go on vacations in their country instead of commuting to another nation. This essay totally agrees with that statement. I believe that increasing oil prices and the risks of wars between countries will be the reasons for it.

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In many countries today, crime novels and TV crimes drams are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV show are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?

Watching or reading violence-related things always attracts people for sure. Nowadays, books and TV shows that tell about crime are becoming increasingly popular in most nations. The essay will discuss the reasons for these and it will also transmit my personal ideas on these.

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Some schools are very strict about their school uniforms and the appearance of their students, while other schools have a very relaxed dress code. What are the advantages and disadvantages of children of having a school uniform?

A number of schools have made it a rule that students must appear in their uniforms meanwhile others do not find it necessary. Although, wearing uniforms confers an identity and a sense of responsibility to students, however, there are a few drawbacks.

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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 a positive or negative situation

In some cultures, living in an own home is more valuable than living like tenants. Hence, in my opinion, it is a positive perspective due to heightened emotional connection and superior social security connected with an own home compared to a rented one.

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Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience

People sometimes think that advertisement is a good way of convincing the public to buy things but some believe that ads are no longer important to the public. In my opinion, adverts are necessary for creating major awareness in a pandemic situation but they can also provide misleading information and are costly.

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Today, people are buying more consumer goods like jewelry and household appliances. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Large swaths of people purchase many additional items like luxury goods and devices for a home. The advantages and disadvantages of consuming leisure goods will be demonstrated in the essay. Firstly, I will discuss the beneficial outcomes of buying products and secondly, I will share the problematic aspects of this question.

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Advances in science and technology and other areas of society in the last 100 years have transformed the way we live as well as postponing the day we die. There is no better lime to be alive than now. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Some segments of society argue that technological development and improvements in other fields during the last century have altered the way we live as well as delayed the time we pass away.Additionally,this is the best period to be living compared to the before.Excluding some exceptional cases,I disagree with this statement.

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Today, some food travels travel thousands of miles from farms to consumers, Some people think it would be better to our environment and economy if people only eat local food. To what extent do the advantages outweigh the advantages?

In this modern era, owing to the development of transportation food can travel quite a long way to reach consumers from other nations. Although most societies show a tendency to these foods, it is believed that people should put the native products in their preference to support the environment and the economy as well. In my perspective, the merits of this outlook fairly outweigh the drawbacks.

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As compared to the past children these days spend more of their leisure time indoors with computers and TV and less time outdoors. Describe some of the problems this lack of outdoor leisure time can cause and suggest at least one possible solution.

Children normally spent their day doing physical activities where there were no electronic devices. However, due to drastic changes in technologies, various computer games are introduced and television programs are evolved. Hence, they do not participate in leisure games and most of the time, they usually stay inside. Because of this, kids are prone to many vulnerable diseases and it could affect their bodies severely. In order to thwart it, a proposed solution should execute so as to motivate them to play outdoor sports.

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Parents and family background have more influence than teachers on a young person's learning and academic achievement. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Family influence is found to be the greater determinant of young people's academic successes and learning process and not their lecturers. I strongly agree with this statement. Parental financial support and family social class are important factors in every child's academic journey.

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Some people think history has nothing or little to tell us, but others think that studying the past history can help us better understand the present. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some believe that history fails to facilitate people’s understanding, while opponents argue that acquiring historical knowledge can aid in informing individuals about contemporary times. This essay will elaborate on both sides and the reasons why I am in favour of the former.

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Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Music has always played an important role in our leisure time. Some believe it is of vital importance in connecting people of different backgrounds together. I partially agree with this viewpoint.

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In many countries people increasingly talk about money (how much they earn or how much they pay for things in their daily conversations). Why? Is this a positive or negative trend?

People in different parts of the world are more open to talk about their income figures and expenses with others. This is attributed to the desire to learn about reasonable spending and seek better job opportunities. I believe that this propensity is detrimental to both businesses and individuals.

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Some believe that younger family members should be legally responsible for supporting older family members when they become physically, mentally and financially unable to look after themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some segments of society argue that younger individuals are accountable legally for helping elderly people in the family who are unable to control themselves physically.Two different opinions contradict each other.Excluding some exceptional cases,I entirely agree with this statement.

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Nowadays, mobile phones and internet have become increasingly important in people’s social life. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?

Nowadays, phones and various options of social apps becomes more and more popular for people using social media. As increasing numbers of individuals are likely to use this way to socialise. In my opinion, it has both positive and negative effects.

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In some countries, there is not enough recycling of waste materials (e.g. paper, glass, and cans). What are the reasons and solutions?

It is undeniable that a lack of waste recycling is an essential challenge which needs to be improved in several nations. While there are a number of negative causes of this alarming trend, society can take steps to mitigate the potential issue.

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Some people believe that Professionals such as doctors and engineers should be required to work in the country where they did their training others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish discuss both these weeds and give your own opinion

There are two schools of thought regarding the place of work of specialized people in the medical and engineering fields. On one hand, they were expected to live and serve in the locality they qualified to pay back while on the other, they were allowed to migrate in search of a variety of opportunities. However, in my ,opinion professionals in medicine and, engineering fields also should be given the freedom to live anywhere they please regardless of the place of graduation similar to any other category.

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Families who do not send their children to government-financed schools should not be required to pay taxes that support universal education. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

The government has introduced the concept of free education for every youth so as to give equal opportunity to complete mandatory requirements to enter into a professional career. Due to this, financed free universities can be found in every suburb and city. However, especially families who can afford private academy fees usually want their pupils to attain schooling from a recognized institution. Therefore, they would have to pay a hefty price for it. I agree that authorities shouldn’t impose heavy costs on them and the reasons would be justified with examples.

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Some people like to try new new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attitudes and give your opinion.

Nowadays, people are more adventurous than past. Visiting different countries, and trying various food is quite popular. However, there are still some members of the community who think in a different way and want to remain in their comfort zone. This essay emphasizes applying both viewpoints with valid illustrations.

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The globalisation has brought both advantages and disanvantages.To what destent do you agree or disagree?

It is debatable whether globalisation provides more benefits or drawbacks for the environment and population. In this essay, both pros and cons of it will be examined before my perspective to admit the statement is reached.

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