IELTS Writing Samples Band 8. Page 766

IELTS Writing Samples Band 8

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Some people believe that university education should focus on the skills of employment for the future. Others think they should focus on academic study only. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

In this day and age, in order to compete in the dog-eat-dog world, it is imperative to acquire necessary skills related to the job market. Resultantly, whereas some individuals claim that tertiary education should give more concentration on providing with the required skills of employment, others contend that universities have the only responsibilities to deliver better academic study to students. I, too, wholeheartedly feel that the main purpose of higher studies is to gain deep and broad knowledge in a certain field.

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Some people say the main way to be happy in life is to have a lot of money. How might having a lot of money make people happy? What other things in life can make people happy ?

According to few folks, plenty of wealth is the primary reason for happiness. Firstly, to understand the role of money in happiness, this essay shares some perspectives. On the other hand, this essay also explores other avenues in which one can find joy.

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Some schools have restricted the use of mobile phones. Is this a positive development or a negative one?

In most schools around the world, students have their own mobile phones. While these devices can undoubtedly play a role in safety, connectedness even learning, many schools have chosen to restrict their use on campus. In my view, this is a positive step and can bring benefits not only academically but physically and socially too.

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ESTABLISHING GOOD RELATIONSHIPS AT THE WORKPLACE IS NOT IMPORTANT AS THE PRIMARY GOAL OF every person is to focus on the work. To what extent do you agree?

A regular person spends more than one-third time of the day in the office. Some individuals believe that their primary goal at the workplace is only to focus on the work rather than maintaining a good relationship with their co-workers. Though it is important to focus and complete the tasks given to them, I believe establishing a good connection between team members is way more important as it has benefits that should be discussed in detail.

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Some students prefer to take a gap year between high school and university, to work or to travel. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

After completing their 4 years of high school, students have an idea of what they would like to pursue and accomplish. As a result, some adolescents take a year off before going to university to either travel or work to have some exposure to the fields they would like to explore or simply to go on vacation after the hard work they put in during their years of high school. It is said by the vast majority that the benefits of taking a gap year after high school are greater than the drawbacks.

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Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now ‘one big traffic jam.’ How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?

Buying a car is progressively increasing over the last three decades that has resulted in a major problem of traffic jams in many world cities. I am of the opinion that there are several reasons that have led to this trend and governments across the globe should take appropriate measures to curb the use of private cars. This essay will discuss both these aspects in a brief.

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Certain parents believe that good parenting means constantly being involved in the lives of their children. While some parents believe it is better for the development of their children if they learn to deal with situations by themselves. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays nurturing the offspring plays a huge role in today's generation. Some people believe that constantly monitoring the teenager is a better way of paternity. While others think that, they have to learn from their surroundings or their mistakes. I believe that adolescents have to examine their surroundings and try to learn from them. In this essay, I would discuss self-caring and parental caring.

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Nowadays people are not fit and active as before. These will have negative effect in the future health. What are the reasons and solutions to this issue?

In today’s rapid pace of life, people have less time to be physically active because of urbanization. This will cause health problems like fatness which endanger their life. In this essay, I will discuss how the civic style of living makes people unfit and present some solutions such as having a healthy diet or playing sports to tackle these issues.

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nowadays people are not fit and active as before. these will have negative effect in the future health. what are the reasons and solution to this issue.

In today’s rapid pace of life, people have less time to be active and playing sports than before. This will cause health problems like fatness which endanger their life. In this essay, I will discuss the causes and present some suggestions to overcome these issues.

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

In the midst of the technology-driven global world, the internet plays an important role in this modern era. Some people believe that human beings interact with each other whereas, another group of thinkers support that people feel lonely. Both have their own pros and cons. Therefore, before commenting on my decision, both sides will be discussed further in this essay.

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Surveillance cameras in banks, offices, shops and streets have been very successful in reducing crime in the workplace and public, but they are also took for their users to spy on people's private business. what problems do surveillance cameras create? what are the solutions?

Security cameras have been put in place in various places where crimes such as theft could occur. These places may include automated teller machines (ATMs), banks, shops, etc. As the years have progressed, they have been placed in schools and offices to monitor students and employees respectively. Nevertheless, this action created more problems as people have begun demanding their right to privacy. This essay will delve into the problems caused by these gadgets as well as the solutions to them.

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Some people think that having a set retirement age for everybody, regardless of occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. Do you agree or disagree? Which types of workers do you think should benefit from early retirement?

In the modern era, the government keeps increasing the age of retirement. Some people think this decision is in favour of elderly people, while others believe retirement should not decide on the basis of age. It should be decided on the basis of mental and physical ability. I completely agree that the retirement age should be decided on the basis of some criteria and work.

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‏Crime is becoming a serious concern. Some believe that more action should be taken to prevent crime. While others feel that little action can be done to stop crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Do harsher punishments deter crime? One famous US journal stated that there are several methods that can be done to stop crimes. Whereas, some argue that there are different ways. I believe that these days there are particular methods to prevent crime.

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University students always focus on one specialist subject, but some people think universities should encourage their students to study a range of subjects in addition to their own subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It has been pointed out that university learners only concentrate on their major. Several individuals suggest that apart from learning their own professions, students also ought to be encouraged to learn a massive number of other subjects by their schools. I completely agree with this idea as learning a wide range of knowledge has benefits in terms of learning their own major and fostering creative thinking.

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Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now ‘one big traffic jam’ How true do you think the statement is? What measures can governments take to discharge people from using their cars?

Traffic congestion has become a serious problem since people have been purchasing more cars across the globe for the last three decades. I strongly agree with the statement given above. This essay will discuss the problem and viable solutions to discourage people to use their private vehicles.

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Some people believe that young people who commit serious crimes should be punished in the same way as adults. To what extend do you agree or disagree.

In recent times, the number of young people being convicted for various offences has drastically increased. While certain persons believe that younger people involved in serious crimes deserve to be sentenced as adults, others however do not share these views. I completely disagree however I will explain why I believe some might think everyone deserves the same punishment.

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Nowadays children are being encouraged to use computers and digital media to enhance their learning. Discuss the Advantages and disadvantages of this concept

The twenty-first century plays a huge role in technological development. Primarily,it is very useful for adolescence to enrich their knowledge irrespective of their field. In this essay, I would discuss the pros and cons of the establishment of this digital platform.

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Climate change is a big environmental problem that has become critical in last couple of decades. Some people claim that humans should stop burning fossil fuels and use only alternative energy resources, such as wind and solar power. Others say that oil, gas and coal are essential for many industries, and not using them will lead to economic collapse. What is your opinion? Support your point of view with relevant examples.

It is obvious that a huge environmental problem causes by changing climate has become crucial during the last decades. While some people argue that human beings should stop burning fossil fuels by replacing other resources others claim that this will lead to the commercial crumbling as these resources are necessary for manufacturing. In my perspective, I strongly disagree that fuels should not be used anymore as renewable energy cannot be supported by the global human needs of energy.

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In many families today, both the parents are working. What are the advantages and disadvantages of it.

In this rapidly growing world, living costs are like an arm and leg ; everyone is in the race to earn more for family , for battle with that phenomenon both parents are spent many hours on the duty of work. Which have both pros and cons. In the ensuing ,paragraphs I discuss that both.

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Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbies and interests, and whether they are married or single. Some say that this information may be relevant and useful. others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Recruiters often ask job applicants about personal details such as their marital status and what leisure activities they enjoy. Certain folks are of the opinion that it is necessary and important, others however disapprove. This essay will explain why some may think their private lives have nothing to do with work, but why I believe these questionings are important.

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