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IELTS Writing Samples Band 8.5

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An increasing number of people are now using the internet to meet new people and socialize. Some people think that this has brought people closer together while others think people are becoming more isolated. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

There is no doubt, people use the internet to keep the community in one place. While some believe it's a common aspect of entering the world and others state that social media is detaching them socially. In my opinion, however, I think that net facilities give a vast advantage with a variety of communication with others and receive minimal negatives into lives when understanding how to maintain its balance.

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Foreign visitors should pay more than local visitors for cultural and historical attractions. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

In this technological era, the public can visit different countries easily. It is sometimes said that tourists from different countries should cost more money than locals for the famous heritage. I partly disagree with this opinion.

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Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks and motorcycles are banned from the city center. People are encouraged to use public transportation such as buses, taxis and metro on vehicle-free days. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

On vehicle-free days private vehicles are prohibited in the city centre, where only public transportation is permitted. Although it can result in inconvenience in traffic, the merits, from my perspective, are more than the drawbacks.

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One problem faced by almost every large city is traffic congestion. What do you think the causes are? What solutions can you suggest?

Over the last two or three decades, our cities have changed dramatically due to the influx of people from other places. As a result of the growing number of people and cars in our cities, most of the big towns in the world are all facing one particular problem called traffic congestion. However, one may ask what are the reasons and the possible solutions for the traffic accumulation in our towns? In this essay, I will demystify some of the causes and propose some solutions and try to draw some conclusions.

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

A vast number of products contain detrimental materials such as sugar. A High level of sugar leads to health issues over the next years. In my opinion, the price of these products should be increased. Consequently, people discourage to purchase this food or drink.

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These days world leaders of all kinds are younger than in the past. What are the reasons? Is this a negative or a positive trend?

In this contemporary epoch, whilst some opponents hold the view that countries need old leaders who can role and face serious problems, proponents have a diverse perspective. However, I am of the belief that we need young faces. My contention will be further explained.

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some people say history is one of the most important school subject. other people think that, in today's world, subject like scince and technology are more important than history. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

People have different views about subjects that the children learn at school. These topics are divided into many sections, including science and technology, history, etc. While learning about our background and origins is necessary, I believe studying science is more helpful nowadays. So, in this essay, we will discuss both perspectives.

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Some people believe that one of the best ways to solve environmental problem is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, Environment is populated with bad things and few individuals think that the best way to solve these environmental situations is to rising the prices of gas and oil for use in transportation like cars and buses etc. I disagree with this nation, and I will discuss this in the upcoming fourth paragraphs.

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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 views and give your own opinion.

Experts have an irrefutable role in the development of countries. Therefore, some people think experts should work in the country where they were educated, while others believe they should be free to choose where they want to work. I totally agree with the former, and this essay will discuss both views.

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Individual greed and selfishness have been the basis of modern society. Some people think that we must return to the older and more traditional values of respect for the family and the local community in order to create a better world to live in, To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, avarice and egotism have been rooted in individual life. It is considered that holding the traditional and ancestor principles is the best approach to make better social life, particularly in value of respect both to family members and to society. I firmly agree about that solution due to some justifications, such as maintaining family harmony and increasing the sense of solidarity in society.

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Some believe that it is good having people with extremely high income in the country, while some think the government should try to limit it. Discuss both views and give your opinion

Every country has people with extremely high incomes.Some people think that it is good for the countries.While others think that the government should try to limit it.In my opinion, residents with top income are most worth for the states and the following paragraph highlights my opinion with relevant examples.

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It is often considered that change is more beneficial to people than trying to avoid it and have everything remain the same. Do you think the advantages of change outweigh the disadvantages?

It has been observed that changes are essential to individuals rather than attempting to live everything in the same way. Therefore, making the process of life easier and quicker. The following paragraphs will highlight the upsides and downsides of change, and some relevant examples.

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Some people think that all children should learn about history at school. Others however, believe that other subjects are more relevant to children’s lives today. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

There is no doubt that history is a crucial subject in our life. Although some people believe in the importance of history in schools, others argue that other subjects are more practical for recent life. In this essay, I will discuss both sides of view and agree with the former one.

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Scientists say that in the future humanity will speak the same language. Do you think this is a positive or a negative social development?

Scientific professionals assure that the upcoming generations will converse in a single accent. However, in my opinion, such a trend leads to constructive growth.

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TOPIC-Some people it is waste of time when plan for future it is more important to focus on present .do you agree or disagree .

It is true that certain folks believe that planning for the forthcoming is a waste of time instead of that it is vital importance to focus on the present activity. I completely disagree with this statement, the impending essay will discuss the same with a logical conclusion.

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More and more people are finding it increasingly important to wear fashionable clothes. Is this attitude towards wearing trendy clothes a positive or negative development?

These days numerous people consider putting on trendy clothes a necessity. However, in my opinion, neglecting comfort to fit in stylish garments is definitely a destructive growth.

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Although it is generally illegal, physical punishment continues in many countries. Some argue that parents should have the right to punish their children in this way. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, punishing children is deemed as domestic violence which is illegal to do in some societies. Punishing children as good or bad as it may be for some people. I disagree that parents should continue to discipline their kids in a harsh manner. Analysing the cruelty unleashed on these kids, as well as the perpetual fear these babies have to live in for the rest of their lives.

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Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Disccuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Many people think that accepting bad conditions is better for them. However, there are others who firmly argue that thriving the cases is the best. There are a lot of problems which we face every day, as we age, there is a thin line between accepting and improving these situations. In this essay, I will explain that we can both of them find a solution to problems in our lives.

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Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of following the same diet daily or on a regular basis.

Certain people eat the same kind of snack daily. Such a trend has various merits as well as demerits. However, in my opinion, a change in diet is essential.

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employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as thier hobbies or interests, and whether they are married or single. some people say that this information may be relevant and useful. others disagree. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that employers should ask personal questions during interviews while others oppose it. This essay will discuss both views and substantiate my view in the course of the essay.

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