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IELTS Writing Samples Band 8.5

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today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as sahara desert or the antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?

Exploring new places in the world is becoming a trend nowadays. The count of tourist who would love to visit the tough places is increasing immensely. This essay will discuss the advantages as well as drawbacks for visiting such places.

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Immigration has a major impact on the society. What are the main reasons of the immigration? To what consequences can it lead?

People emigrating themselves plays a vital role in the community. This essay will discuss the main causes of emigration and describe the useful effect of this.

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

In this contemporary world, online shopping is growing like a wildflower. This growth in the e-shopping makes the shops disappear soon. The increase in online shopping affects the supermarkets in town. I totally agree that online marketing is trending all over the world. The trend of receiving all the needed goods at the doorstep makes life easy. The feasibility of options available with this shopping makes the people go crazy.

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

In this current trend, online shopping has grown tremendously which is a making all shops in towns and cities to close their business. I totally agree with this statement, in the current essay we will encounter how internet shopping is a threat to physical stores.

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

It is important to consider the impact of change in one’s growth. Although some people are of the opinion that there is no harm in leading a normal lifestyle without any changes, I believe the potential benefits of considering the change outweighs its drawbacks.

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

It is important to consider the impact of change in one’s life. Although some people are of the opinion that there is no harm in leading a normal lifestyle without any changes, I believe the potential benefits of considering the change outweighs its drawbacks.

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People are living longer after they retire. What are the problems? What can be done to solve these problems?

It is true that the average life expectancy of pensioners has increased in recent years. Although there will undoubtedly be negative consequences of this phenomenon, both government and private companies can take steps to mitigate the potential problems.

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There are many towns and cities designed and constructed in previous centuries, and they are suitable for those times What problem is caused by this today? How to solve this problem?

Old towns and cities built hundreds of years ago are still a feature of numerous countries and they can prove awkward for city planners. However, there are some measures that can and could be taken to improve this situation.

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Successful companies use advertisement to make more sales. What can make an advertisement very effective? Do you think this is a bad thing or a good thing for the society?

In the modern world, advertising has become an essential part of marketing.There are several things that can make a commercial powerful. I personally believe it has more negative impacts on society than the positives. Throughout this essay, I will explain it in detail.

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Some people think that planning for future is a waste of time. They believe it is more important to focus on the present. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In the fast-changing and unpredictable world, either having foresight or enjoying present moments has been receiving more public arguments. While future orientation is vital to people’s achievements, I hold a belief that living for the moment plays an equally pivotal role in their happiness and success.

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As countries have developed there has been a trend towards smaller family sizes. Why does this happen? How does this affect society?

Nowadays nuclear families form day by day in every state and region. This essay will discuss the main reasons for this epidemic and then describe the possible effects of these trends.

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Some people believe that education is the key to tackling hunger worldwide while others feel that the answer is in food aid. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

According to a few people, hunger fight can be handled throughout the world, only by improvising the literacy rate of all the countries. However, others hold an opinion, the solution for it is, an abundant amount of bread needs to be produced, capable to feed every individual. Personally, I believe, educating people would help solve their financial imbalances to purchase daily needs and considering the edible wastage factors, there is a sufficient amount of food available to fulfil the people, even from developing nations.

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Nowadays more and more older people who are looking for work have to compete with younger people for the same jobs. What problem does this cause? What are the possible solutions?

Accustomed persons are now sorting for those types of services which is similar to the juvenile's job pattern. This essay will discuss the main reasons for this epidemic and propose some possible solutions to avoid them.

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Some believe that advances in technology are increasing the gap between rich and poor while others think the opposite is happening. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Some people hold the belief that due to the development of technology the gap is growing between the wealthy and poor, whereas others claim that the opposite tendency is realizing. From my point of view, nowadays, this gap is decreasing because of the various opportunities given to everyone.

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The average age for individuals to give birth is increasing. Some people think that it will have negative impact on family and country. What is your opinion about this?

In this present era, pregnancy and deciding a baby has also become modern. In a few people's opinions, this will have an adverse effect on the family and society. However, in my point of view, it's totally the individual's decision to decide their child's delivery and it has no negative impact. The goals and passion towards their work may make the person decide it later. Also, the fear and the commitments they have to face after the birth of an infant can make people think upon pregnancy in a later point of their life.

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Some people consider thinking about and planning for the future to be a waste of time. They argue that people should live in the moment. Do you agree or disagree

It is considered by many people that have thoughts about the future, and plans are the simple waste of time. Also, have an opinion that it will be better if people live only in the moment, not thinking about any things. I completely disagree with the idea that these are a waste of time, and people should live only by one moment. I believe that people should plan every moment of their life, which will help themselves in the future.

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The average age for individuals to give birth is increasing. Some people think that it will have negative impact on family and country. What is your opinion about this?

These days, people are opting to have children at older ages as compared to the past. There are various reasons for this trend including younger people pursuing higher degrees and expensive behaviour. I have a vehement view that it is having detrimental effects on the families and the countries as well.

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Blood sports have become a hot topic for debate in recent years. As society develops it is increasingly seen as an uncivilized activity and cruel to the helpless animals that are killed. All blood sports should be banned. Discuss the main arguments for this statement and give your own opinion.

Many are against sports which involve hunting animal, as these sports are believed by people to be uncivilized and violent towards animals. In my opinion, these practices should be prohibited. This essay will discuss the dangers caused by these activities in terms of endangering rare animals as well as disrupting the ecosystem.

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Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society.To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Media has always been a bridge between national events and people.Some people opine that in the present day , it is concentrating more on issues and critical emergencies leaving the positiveness.In this context, they also say that this may give a bad influence on the people around and also to the community. I really see a point in it and readily agree to it. Through this essay, I would discuss the given statement , give my opinion, and then conclude it.

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Some people believe that money is the best gift for teenagers while others disagree.‎ Discuss both views and give your own opinion.‎

Teenage is a crucial stage of life ,as one starts forming habits which will be with him throughout life.Hence, a few are of the opinion that gifting them with some amount may make teens feel happy as they can do anything with it, whereas others feel that this is not a good idea . In my opinion, sometimes these teenagers should be presented with some amount to buy their needs ,other times they should be gifted something special. In this essay, I would discuss both views along with my opinion and conclude.

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