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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 6.5

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As computers translate quickly and accurately, learning foreign languages is a waste of time? To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, advancement in artificial intelligence and unprecedented increase in the volume of data, text materials, in various languages, on the internet, have made it possible for computer scientists to design algorithms which are likely to translate between two languages as precisely as a professional translator. As a result, some may consider learning foreign language as a waste of time. I strongly refute this statement and believe that learning a new language is a great way to improve your brain functionality.

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In many countries, very few young people read newspapers and follow the news on TV. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?

There are very few folks who wish to engage themselves in reading newspapers and they are very fond of ensuing the news on electronic devices. The main causes of this are idleness of the people and careless about inventing new ideas and to protect this create consciousness and implement new ideas. This essay will elaborate the mentioned causes and also provide some solutions to avoid these problems.

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In some countries it is thought advisable that children begin formal education at four years old, while in others they do not have to start school until they are seven or eight. How far do you agree with either of these views? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Access to affordable and high-quality early childhood education is a key priority for governments in most advanced countries as it plays an important role in a child's development and ability to achieve high academic performance at later stages in life. In this essay, I will be discussing why it is paramount for children to gain exposure to the right quality of education at a very early age.

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Technological development leads to lots of environmental issues. Some people think a simple life style can preserve environment while others argue that technology itself can solve it. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge of experience

It has been an ongoing argument among people that developments in technology impact the environment negatively. Other people believe that we can fix the problems that arise from advancing technologically. This essay will discuss both opinions although, I am of the opinion that environmental issues can be fixed by using technology.

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“Some people say that in our modern age, it is unnecessary to teach children about the skills of handwriting.” To what extend do you agree or disagree?

In today's world, most of the people thought those teaching youngsters about handwriting skills in unnecessary. This essay will disagree with this notion. Learning to write using your hand is essential for every individual. This could be used for many instances, like, in applying for a job and getting into a certain school.

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Many museums charge for admission while others are free. Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to museums outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays, many tourist attractions are present globally which are offered and promoted by the government and one of them is the museum. Museums also preserve and represent the history, traditions and many other important aspects of a country. In some museums, there is a policy that the visitors have to pay money before entering while others are free to visit. I certainly believe that the applied policy i.e. charging visitors for museum entrance derives more benefits than drawbacks.

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people should follow the customs and traditions when people start to live in a new country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Since the world is becoming a melting pot of the world, and therefore they introduce with new rituals and lifestyle and some segment of society believe, that they should accept the new way of living, whereas some segment of society in favour of not accepting the change. I shall further discuss both perspectives before stating my view on it.

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Art is considered to be an important part of society as well as an expression of its culture. Do you think it is important for children to be taught art? Do you think children should be encouraged to focus on art rather than other subjects?

In today's world, art has become an integral part of the life of a major part of a population and some people think that all children should be taught this subject at school. Moreover, there are opinions that students have to focus more on art rather than on other disciplines.

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Some people think that computers are more important for study while other think that teachers can taught everything to students .discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some would argue that computers are more crucial for a study process, while other people claim that teachers may get a maximum of knowledge to students. While some people think that it is better to be taught by professors because they have an invaluable teaching experience, I believe that technological advances, such as computers and laptops, give people much more opportunities for self-education.

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Some people believe that face to face communication is always more powerful than written communication. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and include relevant examples.

Communication conveyed through verbal, non-verbal, and written forms often rank as a cornerstone of human civilization. Recent controversy research which revolves around the question of the most powerful or impactful way of conversation; commentators interestingly dispute whether face-to-face or written discourse should hold this position. However, person-to-person dialogue surpasses written communication because it builds trust; but the written word contains a record.

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Schools should stop using books for teaching children as they find them boring, and use films, TV and Computers instead. To what extent do you agree with this?

It is becoming increasingly common for academic institutes to teach students through visual methods instead of conventional book as it helps to keep children attention. I completely agree with this statement because a textbook can create a tedious environment and computers can provide more updated information.

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When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Nowadays, technology is on the rise in the entire world, and almost all nations are directly or indirectly associated with the current movement, as a result, an old way of skills and life patterns are not in use anymore. Where a segment of people says it is meaningless to follow them, while others in opinion of keeping them in-use. I shall further discuss both the perspectives before drawing to my view.

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More and more people are suffering from health problems caused by a modern lifestyle which cannot be treated with modern medicines. Some people think that a return to traditional medicine should be encouraged. To what extent do you agree?

Over the last decades there has been a noticeable shift towards a lifestyle that resulted in numerous health problems. Unfortunately, these conditions cannot be treated by the means of modern medicine, so it is believed by some that only traditional medicine could help tackle this issue. Personally, I do not subscribe to this point of view, as this kind of medicine not only lacks the proof of its effectiveness, but also poses certain threat to those making use of it.

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Some people think that the best way to solve global environmental problem is to increase cost of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Environment issue is a major problem in today’s society. Some strongly believed that, high price of fuel is only option to save environment conditions. In my opinion, it may help to some extent; however, this is not only a solution to tackle this problem.

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Every year government and individuals spent money on New Year and religious celebration (Agree or disagree).

It has been observed that from the last few decades people are spending a lot of money on the celebrations of the new year and religious festivals. However, it is becoming a trend to spend money on the celebrations whether it is Newyear, Birthday, religious festivals. To a certain point,I agree with that but too much spending on these celebrations must be prohibited.

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Some people believe that the charity organizations should give aid to those greatest need, wherever they live. Some people believe that the charity organizations should concentrate on helping people in own country instead. Discuss both views and give you opinion

There is currently a contentious argument over the role of charity foundations in supporting people in their nations or all around the world. In my perspective, I quite think that it depends on various aspects, including the capacity of the organizations. This essay is going to analyze potential preferences for both views and my opinion.

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Some high school require all students to wear school uniform other higher school permit student to decide what to wear to school. which of these two school policies you think is better?

Nowadays, youngsters want to use their freedom, especially at school, for example, either to wear or not the uniform. However, there are some schools who implemented students to wear uniforms and follow the policy. Therefore, it is better to wear uniforms to most distingue either that person is a student in that particular department or not and to protect the students from being harass by pervert human. Also, it will uplift the name of an institution and gives honour.

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In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want without paying. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement.

The popularity of online news is increasing, it is highly anticipated that newspapers and books will not be released as people will be able to read everything for free. Personally, I agree that paper books or newspapers will be obsolete because the internet is taking over and most information can be found online plus the internet is updated every second.

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Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is by reducing the maximum speed limit on vehicles, others think there are other better ways. Discuss both sides and give your opinion

The number of road accidents is increasing every year, some people believe the optimum way to reduce them is by decreasing the speed limits on automobiles, while, others think we should look for other solutions. Personally, I agree that there should be less speed limit and huge fines should be paid if the drivers get caught speeding.

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In the past most people lived in small villages where everyone knew everyone else. Nowadays, most people live in large cities where they only know a few people in their area. What do you think were the advantages and disadvantages of living in a small community?

Nowadays, more people live in big cities than in small villages. However, in the past, a lot of people lived in small villages. Doing this can be both beneficial and harmful in many ways.

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