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IELTS Advantages and Disadvantages Writing Samples Band 6.5

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At the present time,the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults,compared with the number of older people. do the advantages of this sitation outweigh the disadvantages?

In some countries, the young population is more than the older. Some people consider this situation as an opportunity while others have some concerns about it. The writer believes that having a young generation is an opportunity if it is managed appropriately.

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More and more young people from wealthy countries are spending time in communities in poorer countries doing unpaid work such as teaching or building houses. Why is this? Who benefits more from this, the communities or these young people?

In this modern world, it is said that a plethora of young people from affluent countries are participating in unpaid activities such as teaching or building houses in poorer communities. This phenomenon brings great benefits to both the communities and the young; younger people can help decrease many global crises and gain social recognition, and the underdeveloped countries get education and shelter for their citizens.

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Happiness is often considered difficult to define. Why is this? What factors determine happiness?

Happiness is a predominant factor for living, and it is a subjective matter, then it can not be measured or defined accurately. However, facial expressions and people’s behaviours may be the factors which indicate happiness. This essay will discuss both aspects further.

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Some colleges encourage students to create businesses while they are still in school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

It is a common belief that pupils are better off starting a business from the school age. Even though there are some adverse effects, the positive effects exceed them as they can get used to professional life at a young age.

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In many countries, people like to eat a wide variety of food that can be grown in other areas. As a result, people eat more food produced in other regions than local food. Do the disadvantages of this trend outweigh its advantages?

People in many countries have a tendency to sample food from other nations, and typically, they develop a fondness for foreign cuisines rather than their native cuisine. From my perspective, the benefits outweigh the disadvantages since, as the culture grows, so will international travel.

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More and more business meetings are taking place online. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?

Nowadays, official meetings are frequently conducted virtually. While online meetings offer obvious benefits, such as flexible schedules, and ease of holding urgent meetings, they are susceptible to challenges like lack of attention in non-office environments, or disruptions due to bad internet connectivity.

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It's considered that good health is one of basic human needs. The question of whether private healthcare has more advantages or disadvantages is a complex issue that requires careful consideration of different factors. In my perspective there are more disadvantages than advantages when medical services are run by profit-making companies.

It's considered that good health is one of basic human needs. The question of whether private healthcare has more advantages or disadvantages is a complex issue that requires careful consideration of different factors. In my perspective there are more disadvantages than advantages when medical services are run by profit-making companies.

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in a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend sums of money on the construction of new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. other believe that money should be spent on improving existing public transport

There is an increasing amount of debate among individuals, about whether it is best to invest money in erecting new railway lines for rapid trains which can travel among cities, or it is better to put that money into renovating the present public transport. I believe these two points of view have pros and cons, but building new railways is of higher necessity, and can be more beneficial. In this essay, I’m going to discuss both aspects deeply.

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Multinational companies are becoming increasingly common in developing countries. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?

Multinational corporations are capturing markets in developing countries. This development can lead to positive repercussions, such as higher employment levels and economic growth, while taking down small local businesses and market dominance would be a big disadvantage.

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Some people believe that schools should teach foreign languages for primary school children. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

It is argued that primary school children's syllabus should include a foreign language subject. I believe that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages if properly implemented.

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People now have the freedom to work and live anywhere in the world due to the development of communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, advances in different aspects of technology such as communication and transportation have made it possible for humanity to choose where to live and work. In my opinion, these changes have a positive impact on society as it makes humans feel the owners of their own destiny and future.

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Young people are often influenced in their behavior by others in the same age group. Some argue that peer pressure is important while others feel it has distinct disadvantages. Do the disadvantages of peer pressure outweigh advantages?

It is generally accepted among some folks that peer pressure in youngsters is salient whereas some believe that it has recognizable demerits. In my opinion, its’ merits outweigh the downfalls, due to a number of factors which will be illustrated in the upcoming paragraphs.

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Chevening is looking for individuals who have a clear post-study career plan. Please outline your immediate plans upon returning home and your longer term career goals. You may wish to consider how these relate to what the UK government is doing in your country. (500)

I agonised about two questions. First, why is education unequal to students all over the country? Second, why is the Korean government not protecting teachers from infringement of teaching rights?

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Children today spend more time watching television than they did in the past. Describe some of the advantages and disadvantages of television for children.

In our world, there are a lot of good and problem things. These things affect our lives. TV sets are one of these things. particularly teenagers, are spending the majority of their leisure hours stuck to the TV, while some families are trying to actively engage them in after-school activities. This essay agrees that television is beneficial. This essay will argue both points of view.

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It has been suggested that all young adults should be required to undertake a period of unpaid work helping people in the community. Would the drawbacks of such a requirement be greater than the benefits to the community and the individual young adults?

Nowadays there has been fierce debate about whether a period of unpaid work needs to be made compulsory for young people after they enter society, with some arguing that this should be the case. I agree with the idea and believe that the merits this decision can bring to society outweigh its potential damage to individuals.

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Many people keep dogs and cats as companions. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of pet ownership for the animals involved and for the community as a whole.

People around the world are fond of keeping pets as companions. Especially dogs and cats. However, there are advantages and disadvantages of pet ownership both for the animal and the community.

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Some students take one year off between finishing school and going to university to travel or work. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, some students after graduating from high school tend to have a gap year before joining the university to do some jobs or explore new places.In my opinion, while this trend may bring some drawbacks, I would argue they are overshadowed by the benefits.

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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace has become increasingly widespread in recent years. Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of the use of AI in the workplace.

The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI), which has been under study for over five decades, has seen a significant surge in its application in the public sphere over the past decade. As AI continues to permeate our professional lives, it brings with it a host of advantages and disadvantages that are increasingly coming to light. While some champion the automation capabilities of AI, others express apprehension about its potential power.

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Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetable to some countries where are such plants hardly grow or out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, some are not. Discuss both view and give your oppinion.

Recent readers seem to indicate that aircraft must play an important role in fruit and vegetable transportation in many countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Meanwhile, others have the opposite thinking. This writer completely agrees with the first standpoint and will discuss both views in the following essay.

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Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, some are not. Discuss both view.

Some people believe that using planes to convey fruit and vegetables to other countries is a good trend, while others think that that way is bad. It is the opinion of this writer that transporting organic food by aeroplane is beneficial and will show why.

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