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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 6.5

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Internet when used as a source of information, has more drawbacks than advantages. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

The present world is completely different due to profound use of information technology. The role of the Internet has been a major contributor and a significant source of information nowadays. However, some people say that disadvantages of internet are more than its benefits. This essay will examine the both viewpoints before establishing a reasoned conclusion.

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Some people think that the best way to reduce crimes is to apply longer prison sentences, other people think that there are better methods of doing so. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people argue that an effective way to reduce crimes could be to apply longer prison sentences, while others believe that there could be better methods of doing so.

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Some people think that it would be better for large companies and industry to move to regional areas outside large urban Centers. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people believe that relocating large organisations and industries to rural areas is beneficial. Even though rural areas lack good office space to support these large companies it would lead to less traffic congestion in urban areas. I believe that shifting large companies outside urban areas is beneficial for the society.

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Some people say that the Internet is responsible for destroying social skills of teenagers and young adults. Why do you think the Internet is seen as dangerous in this way and what can we do to ensure that it does not harm the social development of teenagers and young adults?

In the recent times, the deteriorating state of social skills of teenagers and young adults has been attributed to the undue use of the internet. While the use of the internet in itself is not harmful to the development of youths’ sociability, it is important this is put under control for better usage. This essay discusses the dangers of the internet on younger persons’ social development and possible solutions to curb it.

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Although more and more people read the news on the Internet, newspaper will remain the most important source of news for the majority of people. Do you agree or disagree

It is no doubt that reading news becomes norms of common people's life. A huge number of people still read from traditional sources rather than digital media. However, I, personally, think that paper news may be replaced by online news in the coming years.

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In many countries, people are concerned about the number of children who are overweight. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?

Obesity is becoming one of the main concerns among children in today's world. This is one of the growing concern among the youth.However, this is due to the unhealthy intake of food by children.This can be solved by building a healthy diet for children and making them aware of the risk involved with being obese.

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Some people believe that children are given too much free time. They feel that this time should be used to do more schoolwork. How do you think children should spend their free time?

People’s opinions differ on how children should spend their spare time with many today feel that kids are having too much free time that should be utilised for more schoolwork. In my view, children should be learning useful practical skills instead. Analysing the relevance of academic skills in this era and the keys to success for the 21st century will prove this.

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Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Being a resident of the nation in which you have to speak a totally new lanquage is a tedious task. It creates many, social as well as practical issues in day to day life of the people. And I totally agree with the above point of view and will elaborate in detail in the next paragraphs.

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Many people decide on a career path early in their lives and keep to it. This, they argue, leads to a more satisfying working life. To what extent do you agree with this view? What other things can people do in order to have a satisfying working life?

In recent years, some people have views that it is more likely to get a satisfying career if the goals are set in early age, while there are opponents who have different ideas. However, I partly agree with the view that people should decide what they will do in the future.

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Prison is the best punishment for criminals Do you what agree or disagree ?

I completely agree that jail is the most punishment for offenders, whereas penitentiary sentence should include human rights and with becoming them well-behaviour, giving them knowledge in some sector which government needs during their jailing.

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Some people believe that children are given too much free time. They feel that this time should be used to do more school work. How do you think children should spend their free time?

Childhood is a beautiful period in everyone's lives and every child has a right to enjoy their childhood. During that period, kids are no need to worry about anything, no financial issues, no family responsibilities and no stress. They are innocent, ready to learn about the world. They usually have a lot of free time, even in the primary stage of education. Some people think that this should be used to do more school work, I completely disagree with them and I will explain why in this essay with an example.

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It is generally believed that the Internet is an excellent means of communication but some people suggest that it may not be the best place to find information. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, modern technologies have evolved a lot and it is almost impossible to find anybody who has never used the Internet. In my opinion, definitely, a global network is one of the most powerful, significant and useful means of information, which is able to provide for us any necessary features, but I do not think that it is a credible resource for data search.

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Some people choose to eat no meat or fish. They believe that this is not only better for their own health but also benefits the world as a whole. Discuss this view and give your own opinion.

Globally, it is apparent for everybody that the meals system is very important for our lifestyle, because it seriously affects our habits, health and even mood. Everyone is trying to find their own way: follow some special diets, avoid allergic products or totally do not eat something, for instance any animal products. In my opinion, this issue is very personal and we cannot identify this phenomenon only as a positive or just a negative feature, because there are so many hidden, controversial and at the same time salient details.

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some say that music is as important as other subjects in school to promote learning in children life . do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.

It is irrefutable that music is the soul of human life. Numerous scientific researches have revealed that music has the power of raising the spirits Of Broken man. Therefore, A certain segment of the society believes that it is as important as other subjects in schools. however, there is a counter argument that vocational subjects like music serves no purpose in learning in children in life. Both the arguments need a proper scrutiny before forming an opinion.

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Recently, abortion increases rapidly and becomes a controversial topic. Some people suppose that abortion should be legal while others are against it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

At the modern time, abortion has become a topic which people pay high attention and argued with others. Some of them think that abortion behaviour should be protected by the law, while others hold the opposite opinions. This essay will try to discuss the views from both sides and provide my personal sight base on my own experience.

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Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Media is considered to be the most preferred source of information from all over the world. Whether it be about sports or the conference held in the United States, media make sure to cover every interesting topic and forward it to its viewers. But, over a period it has been seen that only the issues or any kind of emergencies are only covered by them rather than some evolutions that help in the growth of a country.

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Every country should have a free health service, even if this means that the latest medical treatments may not be available through the service because they are too expensive. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Health services are considered as an important aspect in every rustic. As healthier the country is, more it can prosper and can have a good economy. So, the services should be free to the people of the province, but the last medical treatments can be opted out from the services provided.

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Fast food has become so popular worldwide that it is destroying the nutritional quality of food. What do you think because of this the traditional food and cooking method is being forgotten? Do you agree or disagree with the statement give reasons for your answer?

In today’s fast growing world, lifestyle is changing so quickly in every aspect of human’s life that it affects negatively in degrading overall health of themselves. People have chosen to move towards junk foods which became so famous among them that it is diminishing the healthy and nutritious meals. As per my viewpoint, I do analyse both the sides of this alarming trend and will come to a logical point in the latter view.

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In some countries the average weight of people is increasing, and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems?

There is a relation between rising the average weight and dropping the well being. In some areas of the world, medium weight of people is growing. A lot of reasons such as fast foods and private cars take part in this issue.

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The free movement of goods across national borders has long been a controversial issue. Some people argue that it is necessary for economic growth, while others claim that it damages local industries. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Strong relations between countries are partly caused by the importing and exporting of goods. This may be in the form of livestocks, food, building materials, automobiles, and fabrics, to name a few. However, like in every other circumstances, there are some pros and cons of these flexible regulations regarding import and export across countries. While there have been opinions that thought of this as a necessity for development in the economy, I personally think that it should be limited considering the effects it has on domestic companies.

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