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IELTS Discussion Writing Samples Band 8.5

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There are many people who go to live in different countries. To what extent should people be allowed to move freely between countries and live where they choose? What are the benefits and drawbacks of this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is needless to say that people are emigrating to different countries for enhanced opportunities. I believe that not only migrants, but also a host nation harness the benefits of migration. In spite of a few disadvantages, it offers numerous advantages. Let's dig deeper into this issue in this essay.

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Do the dangers derived from the use of chemicals in food production and preservation outweigh the advantages. give reasons and examples in your answer.

In the modern world, the usage of artificial preservatives and fertilizers, by the food industries, has been increased at an alarming rate. These chemicals are not safe for human beings because they pose several serious health issues like cancer. According to me, although this approach offers some advantages such as high production and palatable taste, the drawbacks of using chemicals cannot be ignored that overwhelm the benefits.

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Some people believe that media should be allowed to publish information about the private lives of famous people. Others say that everybody has a right to privacy and this practice must be controlled or even stopped. Discuss both views.

It is remarkable to see the powerful effect media has, not only on the lives of celebrities, but on their fan base as well. It follows, that a huge part of the media industry is keen on reporting daily routines of many well-established people, both with or without prior consent. In general, while some celebrities might approve of it, however, almost everyone will agree to safeguard their private life, and cite their right to privacy.

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The number of children that read books for fun has dropped dramatically in recent years. What are the reasons for this? How can we encourage children to read more?

In today’s technologically advanced world, where daily new inventions are taking place, the number of children reading books as a hobby is decreasing drastically as children are opting for other new hobbies to pursue.

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More and more wild animals are on the verge of extinction and others are on the endangered list. What are the reasons for this .what can be done to solve this problem

There is a rising trend that the races of the wild animals have either died or have extinct in the recent past. There are multiple factors for this like the lack of wildlife protection laws and the departments as well as the careless attitude of the humans towards them. This issue has to be highlighted at international form and proper legislation has to be done for their protection.

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Millions of people every year move to English-speaking countries such as Australia, Britain or America, in order to study at school, college or university. Why do so many people want to study in English? Why is English such an important international language? Give reasons for your answer.

Nowadays, ever increasing people is migrating to developed countries and their prominent focus is to live a healthier lifestyle. As, there are numerous opportunities in western countries compared to underdeveloped countries.

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Number of people who are at high risk due to overweight.what is the reason?

It is noticeable that there is an enormous number of people who have been in a dangerous situation because of the overweight. In the following paragraphs, the causes will be discussed in detail before the conclusion is reached.

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While some people think that the problem with education in poor countries is the teaching methodology used, others believe it is the lack of resources that is the real issue. Discuss both sides.

The poor distribution of an education in poor countries is a ubiquitous topic of discussion in present days. Some people hold the view that teaching techiniques and style are respossible for these types of problems because schools are following old teching methods, while others think that shortage of sources is an accountable for whole problem, such as, unavailability of information technology, lack in qualified teachers and compulsory organizational building. The essay will discuss both facets of a proposal with appropriate examples and reaches to a logical conclusion.

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Information technology enables many people to do their work outside their workplace. Do the benefit of this mobility out where the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In this world of internet, computers and technological advancements, the work-from-home culture is becoming immensely popular. In my opinion, the advantages, such as a better work-life balance and lesser traffic definitely eclipse the disadvantages of the setup.

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The tradition that the family gets together to eat meals is disappearing. What are the reasons? What are the impacts?

A question many of us have to ask ourselves is whether the traditional setting of family members gathering around a dinner table has been fading away. It is believed the roots of this issue lie in how the family members have interacted with one and another on a daily basis and the way they choose to spend their precious time. However, hardly can we deny the obvious fact that this trend of living might have a negative effect on the mutual connections among the members.

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People born today can expect to live longer than people in previous generations. What are some of the positive and negative implications of this phenomenon? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays, due to effective health care system and advancement in medicines. It tends to believe that an individual born in this era having a possibility to leave for long time compare to earlier people. I will discuss some of the benefits and drawbacks of such circumstance.

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The number of people who are at risk of serious health problems due to being overweight is increasing. What is the reason for the growth in overweight people in society? How can this problem be solved ?

These days, there is a massive increase in the number of people who are facing some major health issues owing to the overweight body. Although there are many factors which contribute to this issue, increased fast food consumption and peoples' sedentary lifestyle are the primary reasons.

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Why local people do not visit the historical site and museums. Discuss the reasons and give a solution to this problem.

The historical sites and museums has always been a major part of every country background. Most of them are exhibiting oodles of collections that every local might be proud of. This essay is going to discuss a problem of not visiting such places and will provide for a certain solution.

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

In recent times, the pattern of shopping amongst the people has drastically changed. The local shops are eradicated from the market; and replaced by the large shopping malls in the public’s shopping preferences. Such a change has both bright and dark sides, which will discuss in the following paragraphs.

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Many companies use advertisement to increase the sales. What are the main reasons that make an advertisement effective ? Is it positive or negative develkpment

Advertisement has been a major factor for companies's incomes for a long time.There are two significant reasons that made the advertisement efficient, which are attraction and reputation.

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Some people prefer to live in a house, while others feel that there are more advantages to living in an apartment. Are there more advantages than disadvantages of living in a house compared with living in an apartment? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Choice about a building style is drastically changing with the new trend of society. Nowadays, persons prefer different kinds of housing such as, apartment, townhouse and villas. Some argue that living is more convenient in an apartment, while others hold a view that live in a villa is more ideal. In my opinion, living in a house is particularly more beneficial for an individual. The essay will discuss both facets of a proposal with appropriate examples reaching to a logical conclusion.

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Fewer and fewer people walk on a daily basis. What are the reasons and how to encourage them to spend their time walking?

People’s tendency in walking regularly is decreasing. There are a few reasons for this, but particular solutions can be taken to tackle this problem.

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Should private schools receive government funding? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 254 words.

Nowadays it is argued by many people, whether private institutes ought to be funded by the government or have individual revenue programs. While I utterly agree with the help of states to these schools, this essay will illustrate my opinion using relative explanation.

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

Nowadays, more and more people are migrating to other countries, and this poses a significant effect on the society. This essay shall discuss the reasons behind this immigration and its consequences on the immigrants.

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Psychologists have known for many years that colour can affect how people feel. For this reason, attention should be given to colour schemes when decorating places such as offices and hospitals. How true is this statement? How far does colour influence people’s health and capacity for work?

Undoubtedly, it is believed by cognitive thinkers that colour has a major influence on the feelings of the people. Due to this, they should be taken into consideration while decorating workplaces and hospitals. This essay will discuss that colours have a vital role in the lives of people, and to what extent they affect people's ability to work and their overall health.

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