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IELTS Writing Samples Band 8.5

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Some people fail in school, but end up being successful in life. Why do you think that is the case? What is the most important thing to succeed in life? Exam pattern and teaching methods

In the present age, the stress given over proper schooling has become of paramount importance, as it is believed that it decides the future of children. However, it also has been seen that in many cases, the pupils who didn’t perform well in institutions are currently at high positions in life. I will explore, all the relevant points in this essay, regarding the factors responsible for an individual’s failure and success, before and after their school lives.

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Some people say that spending time to develop a successful career is more important. Others say that spending time with friends and family is more important.Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is said that investing time in order to succeed in a career is more essential than devoting time with friends and family while others say one should cherish their moment in his intimate society. This is not a trivial question to answer, yet this essay will discuss both sides in the following paragraphs.

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The average standard of people's health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Personal wellbeing is a very hot issue that everyone is talking about. However, some people believe that the quality of life will be worse in the future. I choose to disagree as our priorities and the technological advances we have seen would say otherwise.

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Some people think that new technology always improve the lives of workers. Other people believe that it results in disadvantages for workers. Discuss both opinions and give your own opinion.

Most people believe that technology has enhanced the lives of employees whereas other people believe that it's more harmful than useful.In this essay, I will put light on both beneficial and detrimental viewpoints of advanced machinery which impacts the lifestyle of the workers.

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Many people believe that we have become a ‘disposable’ society, throwing things away rather than repairing them and reusing them. Why do you think that is? What are some of the possible problems this can cause?

Several individuals have a strong agreement that we have become a disposable society since we prefer to throw away things. There is one reason for this phenomenon and various consequences to this behaviour, which will be elaborated in this essay.

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Science advanced so much that it can now make it possible for people to live 100 years or even 200 years. Some people think it’s a good thing, while others think it is bad. Discuss both these views and write your opinion.

With the advancement of science and technology, human beings' life span has increased to a century or even a couple of centuries in recent years. It is often debated that there are some advantages in making longer life, while others argue that some negative effects also emerge. This essay will elaborate on both sides in detail.

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Children in many countries are eating more fast food and convenience snacks. Why are children doing this and how serious are the consequences?

foodstuff consumption has been a controversial topic in the contemporary lifestyle. Specifically, this topic even grows more significantly when it comes to the heir. This essay will explain two main causes for the growing number of youngsters eating junk snacks in many nations as well as two major issues associated with this situation.

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Students are becoming more and more reliant on the Internet. While the Internet is convenient, it has many negative effects and its use for educational purposes should be restricted. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

It is inevitable that in this fast-paced life, pupils tend to spend most of their time facing gadgets. Although the Internet is easy to use, some people consider that it brings negative developments for the education sector and need to be limited for students. I firmly disagree with this since there are so many advantages offered by gadgets for the educational system. Moreover, the details will be elaborated on in these forthcoming paragraphs.

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One of the the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

It is undeniable fact that modern technology improves health facilities. Which help to save the life of many people, even if they face any fatal disease or they are injured in an accident. There is no doubt nowadays people live a long life as compared to a past time when there is a lack of medical advancement. As far as my views are concerned that I believe better health improvement have more bone than bane. In this essay, I intend to discuss my viewpoints as per my experience.

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic. Buying things on the Internet, such as books, air tickets and groceries, is becoming more and more popular. Do the advantages of shopping in this way outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

Nowadays, everyone buys things such as books, aeroplane tickets and even beverages throughout online flatform. This trend brings a lot of advantages rather than its negative effect. In this essay, I am going to elaborate on the benefits of this trend with some relevant reasons.

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic. Buying things on the Internet, such as books, air tickets and groceries, is becoming more and more popular. Do the advantages of shopping in this way outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

With the advancement of technology, online shopping is more prevalent nowadays. In this essay, I will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of online shopping and express my own view on this issue.

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Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child's development while others think it is important for children to go to school. Discuss the advantages of both methods and give your opinion.

In many countries, some individuals claim that homeschooling is the significant learning method for many pupils whereas some believe that traditional school is the most conducive for educatees to develop their skills and knowledge. Personally, Both schooling provides students with different positive outcomes and I will elaborate in this essay.

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Some say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their spare time. Other say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both views and give you own opinion

Nowadays, there are various team activities in schools, and many parents encourage their children to take part in these. Some believe it is good for their offspring, while others think young pupils need to spend some moment alone and master the way to control their moment for themselves. In this essay, I will discuss both sides in detail.

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Some people believe that hobbies need to be difficult while others don’t. Discuss both these views and give your opinion

Some people have the opinion that doing a passionate activity is the kind of enjoy the life. However, another person says that doing this, really making their day is much more than a crazy thing. It could happen because they spend a lot of money, moment and get stressed. To know more about our talent, we may use a little money and a little time for exploring our motivation and skill to do something. It commonly happens around us today.

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In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of advertisements which try to persuade children to buy snacks, toys, and other goods. Parents often claim that these ads are unfair. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Nowadays marketing through media either press or electronic is the backbone of an enterprising. In some places, children are being compelled by ads to purchase grazes, miniatures and other items, which is considered uneven by their parents. I would argue in the support of this idea along with reasons and examples.

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In the future, all cars, buses, and trucks will be driverless. The only people traveling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?

Many cars, buses, and trucks will not need drivers in years later. So, a person who enjoys the trip oneself in the transport will be a sitter. Based on this fact, I think more no benefit driverless than with a driver. Due to the argument, I have two reasons that are increased unemployment and different feel tool used with person or machine.

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In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In present-day society, earning potential has increased in a lot of countries and it is highly significant for a country’s economy. While some people concur with this, meanwhile others carry the opinion that government should intervene and keep a check on the salaries and curb it whenever necessary. In this essay, I will explore both views and provide reasons for my perception.

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Some people say that history has little or nothing to offer, while others say the study of the past helps the present. Discuss both the view and give your opinion.

Some parts of society believe in the past has not offered anything, while others' belief is, there is a lot to learn from the past, which, I completely agree with the second group of people due to the various aspect of benefits of history.

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Some people think that media should not report detail of crimes to the public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, with the growing population, the crime rate is increasing too. And some individuals believe that the media must delete the crime section. I wholeheartedly disagree with this matter. And in this essay, I will explain the reasons.

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Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant example.

Citizenry does a lot of overwork beyond their shift, hence giving them very little time for recreational activities. This statement has both pros and cons, but according to my perspective, there are more disadvantages when compared to advantages. This essay will throw light on both sides with suitable instances.

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