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IELTS Writing Samples Band 8.5

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Whether or not someone achieve their aims is mostly a question of luck. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Life becomes purposeful when you set your goals straight. It is like an archery game, either you hit the centre or land nearby, depends on how much effort you put in the practice and your focus on the target. Though I believe that it is individual's efforts and sincerity towards their aim that leads to the results not the other way around. I will discuss both points here and then come to my conclusion.
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Popular events like the football World Cup and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

International sporting events which are held by different nations to show the world that events will ease the international tension between them just play a role to get same sport lover people together but nothing else. In my opinion, I strongly disagree with the aforementioned statement because it has nothing to do with the politician and other international factors. The essay will further discuss both facets with appropriate examples reaches to a logical conclusion.
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Homeschooling is becoming increasingly popular as more and more parents are choosing to educate their children in this way. why do you think parents might chose homeschooling rather than traditional schools. Do you think homeschooling is more beneficial?

The education system has attained a new leap in the form of homeschooling concept. Due to the recent pandemic situation some parents adopting this new concept and becoming more popular than the traditional schools. There might be some thought process behind the new concept, however in my opinion traditional schooling has more benefits than the homeschooling.
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In many countries, traditions and customs are disappearing. What are the reasons? What should schools and parents do to keeping our traditions alive?

Around the globe, traditions and customs are the golden symbol of cultural wealth and proud for any country. Unfortunately, nowadays, due to globalization, these traditions and customs are cutting on the edge. This essay will discuss several causes of disappearing this heritage and a possible solution to tackle this problem.
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Every country should have a free health service, even if this means that the latest medical treatments may not be available through the service because they are too expensive. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

The free medical service is a prime right of all individuals in every nation, so it is the extreme accountability of the government of the country to impart this service free to the community, even though they could charge the fair part of the latest treatment for funding the medical sector. In my opinion, I strongly agree with the statement aforementioned because it will be a straightforward step of the authority to provide the rudimentary need to the public.
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The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, the communicable diseases are a major problem in a country. With the increasing number of obese population is a threat to the hospitals and the staff. Moreover, it is thought by some people that the best solution for this burden matter is applying the physical study for the secondary school. I extremely agree with this statement because most of the people are struggling with this issue due to lack of exercises.
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Crime is a big problem in the world; many believe that nothing can be done to prevent it. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion.

Crime is the major concern in every nation, people believe that no one can stop it. I personally believe that there are two possible ways where this can be stopped completely. Firstly, increasing police forces and secondly implementing hard rules. This essay will discuss above mentioned statement by taking examples from newspapers and journals.
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Many companies sponsor sports as a way of advertising themselves. Some people think this is good for the world of sport, while others think it is a negative. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

It is increasingly common that many companies advertise themselves by sponsoring sports. While some people believe that this trend is negative, I would argue that it is a beneficial form in terms of the sport industry.
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Many people believe that having a fixed punishment for all crimes is more efficient. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a fixed punishment.

Most of the society has a belief of having a fixed penalty for all offences is more important. It would be an advantage to the public because minor criminals will afraid to do crimes and in the opposite side, major criminals will take that easy. Hence, permanent penalizing is not a solution for the increasing crime wave. This essay will discuss both the negative and positive effects of it.
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Film is a less important form of art than literature and painting. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Since the dawn of civilization, film has played an important role in the society. However, many think that it is not as significant as literature or painting. I completely agree and will explain why these forms of art are more essential, despite the many uses of film.
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Some people prefer to relax by doing physical activities, while others choose mental activities (crosswords, chess, etc.). Discuss both views and give your opinion.

The definition of relaxation is different for every individual. While certain individuals believe that physical exercises such as yoga, walking or jogging brings peace and serenity, others consider mind activities like puzzles or chess to be relaxing. I, however, prefer the former opinion. In this essay, we shall discuss these two views further.
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Some people believe that children should not be given homework every day, while others believe that they must get homework every day in order to be successful at school. Discuss both sides and give your opinion

Nowadays, children's homework is a common topic discussed worldwide. Some people assert that kids should have homework every day. The opponents of the above idea defend that they do not need to bring lessons to home every day. Both these ideas shall this essay, discuss in the following paragraphs.
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Many companies today sponsor sports as a way of advertising themselves. Some people think that this is a good thing for the world of sport. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Sport is the food for the mind, for the majority of the population. Taking advantage of this, companies are financing brands, competitions and even competitors, and I believe it is beneficial for both the world of sport and the companies itself.
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More and more people want to buy clothes, cars and other products from well-known brands. What are the reasons? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

In the 21st century, branding has emerged as a new way of marketing and selling the products. Due to it, the majority of the people, wants to buy these kinds of goods, as the quality, service of these goods is generally high. However, I my view, it is a positive development and we will elaborate in the essay.
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Some people think it is important to know National news while others have opinion that International news are more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion

News plays a vital role in our society. It is the source of infotainment. Some people have a perspective that national news is crucial while others think that global news is more significant. I will discuss both viewpoints and then I will justify my opinion that national news is more important than others.
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Alternative forms of transport should be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give examples from your relevant experience

Driving cars on the roads have significantly increased, nowadays. Opinions differ whether the substitute transportation methods and global regulations concerning ownership of vehicles should be introduced and encouraged. I completely agree with the above notion and reasons for this will be discussed further in this essay.
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In many countries, paying for things using mobile phones (cellphones) apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages?

Payments for the goods and services using mobile phone applications is becoming prominent in the contemporary world. Despite the cons, including identity theft and data sharing with applications, the advantages, like accessibility and comfort certainly dominate.
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In the modern world, the image (photograph or film) is becoming a more powerful way of communicating than the written word. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, in the era of social media, people have developed a number of ways to communicate, including text, images or videos that can be sent across the ocean, in the matter of seconds. Specifically, sharing pictures have become the primary way of having a dialogue for most people.
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Some people think it would be a good idea for schools to teach every young person how to be a good parent. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Describe the skills a person needs to be a good parent. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 254 words.

The idea of teaching parenting as a subject in schools has been around for some time and also promoted by a few, however, I am of a belief that we must not burden the young ones with an extra subject that they do not need in near future.
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Nowadays we are producing more and more rubbish. Why do you think this is happening? What can governments do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 254 words.

Advancements in disposable packaging in recent years have really increased the amount of trash we produce as a collective global society. From soft drinks to your daily grocery items, all come in cheap packings. This essay will further elaborate the reasons behind this issue and discuss the ways authorities can help reduce it.
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