Samples Band 7

IELTS Discussion Writing Samples Band 7

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Some people prefer to work for a large company, Others prefer to work for a small company. Which would you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.

It is frequently asserted that working in a large corporation is better than a small-scale business. There are merits of both, and the choice should depend on the individual’s preferences and priorities. In my opinion, I completely agree that working in a big company is a better option. In this essay, I will elucidate my perspectives with examples to support my rationale.

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Some people see sports only as a leisure activity, while others believe sports play a more important role. Discuss both views and give your option.

Many people think that sports are only regarded as a free time activity, however, others accept that sports have a significant role in our lives. In my opinion, sport is more than just amusement, and has many essential benefits for us, physically and as well as mentally.

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It has been noted that many people who had a big impact on the world gave themselves completely to their work and did not bother with the idea of “work-life balance”. To what extent should people try to have a good work-life balance? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is argued that the majority of people who play an essential role in society totally dedicate their lives to careers, and they have no sense of keeping a balance between their work and personal lives. However, people should always keep work-life balance as their top consideration because it is imperative for their body health and family relationships.

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Some people see sports only as a leisure activity, while others believe sports play a more important role. Discuss both views and give your option.

Sports play an inevitable role in our mental and physical health. The major reasons for this involve personal development as well as career benefits. In this essay, we will discuss people's opinions regarding sports as a leisure activity versus its significance in our lives.

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Some people say that when deciding how taxes are spent, government should prioritize health care. Others think that there are more important priorities for tax-payers’ money. Discuss both views and give your

Various controversies have emerged as to whether the government should spend taxes on health care or other crucial sectors. Some people insist that healthcare systems are vital to their countries, especially for those with enormous elderly people. Nevertheless, I believe that taxes should be distributed to different areas.

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In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?

Currently, people have more curiosity about the history of the places they inhabit. There are many explanations for why dwellers want to acquire this information. Besides, the documentation could be found on paper or virtually and there is an increasing population that keeps this valuable information. In this essay, I will explain why and how to investigate (about) places in which humankind lives.

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Countries around the world will be facing significant challenges relating not only to the environment, but population and education as well. What problems will your country face in the next ten years? How can these problems be overcome? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

These days, there is a widely held belief that many countries all over the world will encounter some remarkable challenges concerning the environment, population, and education. These challenges will result in significant issues in the coming decades and in this essay, I will discuss some potential solutions that

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Nowadays, people of all ages from certain parts of the world spend most time at home rather than going outdoors. Discuss the reasons, is this negative or positive development?

A group of people claim that individuals of all ages from specific global regions prefer to spend much more time at home instead of going out. From my point of view, this approach is completely incorrect for the community. This essay will discuss whether spending time at home is beneficial for people or not.

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: More children in developed countries are becoming overweight. This is a serious problem for wealthy countries. Discuss some causes and effects of this problem. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

Nowadays, the number of children who suffer from obesity is increasing, particularly in rich nations. There are several reasons that lead to this issue, and this phenomenon will have a negative impact on children's health. The forthcoming essay shall discuss the causes and effects of this problem.

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Some individuals argue that governments should allocate more funding to railways rather than roads due to the former's higher capacity for transporting goods and passengers. discuss both views

Some individuals argue that governments should allocate more funding to railways rather than roads due to the former's higher capacity for transporting goods and passengers. While it is true that railways offer certain advantages, this essay will argue that prioritizing road infrastructure is more beneficial for several reasons.

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At present the population of some countries include a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer with relevant example.

In contemporary society, certain nations are experiencing a demographic imbalance, with a substantial proportion of youths and a comparatively minority of elderlies. This situation prompts a critical examination of whether the benefits of a juvenile-dominated population surpass the drawbacks. This essay will explore the merits and demerits of such a demographic shift, supported by relevant examples and personal insights.

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Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both views and give your own opinio

Parents always want the best for their children, be it for their basic needs, education or even their character development. Some people argue that children should be encouraged to compete in schools while others believe it is more important to teach children how to cooperate with their friends. Although there are some benefits of encouraging children to compete, I believe it is more practical for children to learn how to work in a team.

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These days it is much easier for many people to travel to different countries for tourism than in the past. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.

In the last few decades there has been a significant increase in the number of opportunities for international travel, with more transport routes and cheaper fares.

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More and more people are buying fashionable clothes these days. Does it have more negative or positive effects? Give reasons.

In modern days, people tend to buy new clothes to follow the trend of fashion. In this essay, both the advantages and disadvantages will be outlined before reaching my opinion.

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Some people say that advertisement encourages us to buy things we really do not need. Other say that advertisement tells us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoints do you agvreee with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer

The debate on how advertisement attracts us to make choices has garnered considerable attention with opinions sharply divided. According to some, promoting things these days encourages us to buy extra stuff that is of no use on the other hand some people think that advertisement helps us make choices easier. I partially agree with both statements and I will discuss how advertisement has affected our choices in the forthcoming paragraphs.

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Modern people mostly stay at home rather than going outdoors. What are the reasons for this trend? Is this trend good or bad?

It is evident that people of the current period spend most of their time indoors. There are many reasons for this increase in the fraction of the population preferring to stay at home instead of going outdoors. This essay outlines some of the reasons and discusses the impact of this trend on society.

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In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centres or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?

Nowadays, there are many different ways of shopping in our community. Some small shops are not necessary in our daily life due to people going to the biggest one. However, there are both pros and cons of this. In this essay, I will discuss some of the reasons why closing the smallest shops has better results than staying everywhere.

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These days, many children have difficulty paying attention and concentrating in their classes at school. What are the reasons for this? How can it be dealt with?

Teachers are increasingly finding that their pupils do not pay in full

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An increasing number of professional, such as teachers and doctors are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What are the reasons for this trend? What effect does it have on the countries professionals are leaving?

Nowadays, professionals from developing countries have a tendency to emigrate to richer countries to find employment. This essay will discuss both the causes of this phenomenon and the issues that affect the nations they are leaving.

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write at least 250 words. Write about the following topic: Fewer students are studying science at school and university, favouring more computer-based subjects instead. Is this a positive or negative development? What are the reasons for this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

Nowadays, more and more students are choosing subjects such as IT and other subjects connected with computers and technology rather than pursuing scientific subjects in both secondary school and higher education. Overall, I think that this is a pity and that more should be done to encourage students to study science. However, it is also understandable why students are attracted to computer-based subjects.

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