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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7.5

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Some people feel that manufacturers and supermarkets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods. Others argue that customers should avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Some sectors of society believe that producers and companies should take responsibility and reduce the production of heavy packaging goods, while others think that consumers should avoid using them. In my view, I believe companies do it to stay ahead in the market and grow their sales and every customer should understand their responsibility and buy nature-friendly products.

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Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothes and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

A group of people present the view that if children are able to opt for their daily necessities such as food, clothes and entertainment, they will be arrogant and self-centred people in the future. However, others believe that it is crucial for children to make decisions about everything which has an impact on them. I strongly agree with the latter opinion and my reasons will be given in the following paragraphs.

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Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures do you think might be effective?

It is often thought that the most effective way to reduce the alarming levels of traffic and pollution is to raise the cost of oil. However, this is not an optimal solution because, for the features of petrol price, it would not help dropping the quantities consumed. Then, this essay will argue why the best action that can be put into practice is to decrease the purchasing price of products whose fossil fuel use is almost zero.

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With a growing world population one of the most pressing issues is that of feeding such a large number of people. Some people think that GM foods offer a viable solution to this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is true that with the ever-increasing number of people in the world, providing enough food for the total population is extremely challenging, and using genetically modified foods would be a necessity to address this issue. I completely agree with this view for the reasons described below.

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A big salary is much more important than job satisfaction. Do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that getting a lot of money has more significance than the feeling of fulfillment from the job. This essay totally disagrees with this statement. I reckon that people are more concerned about their health rather than earning dozens of cash.

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Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school program. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is sometimes thought that high school students should be obliged to work for the benefit of the community, without being paid. They could do several types of activities, such as charitable ones, making the neighbourhood a better place or training kids to do sports. This essay will argue that this proposal should be put into practice because it would make towns more liveable and the students more responsible citizens.

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Parents, usually mothers, decide to stay at home to look after their families, rather than going back to work. Therefore, it is thought that they should be receiving some payments from the government for doing that. What is your opinion on that ?

After parenting, mothers normally opt to stay at home to take care of their newborn instead of returning to work. Some believe that government help should be granted to them. I agree with it, as people pay taxes to the government for their help. Also, babies need closer care from their parents.

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Although glabalisation can be positive for some nations' economies, the negative impact on local communities should not be ignored. Do you agree or disagree?

While globalisation contributes to the economic growth of some countries, some argue that the drawbacks associated with it should not be taken for granted. This essay completely agrees with this statement because its disadvantages, such as the spread of diseases, and damage to the environment, can be detrimental to one country.

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Some people who have been in prison become good citizens later, and it is often argued that these are the best people to talk to teenagers about the dangers of committing a crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Write no less than 250 words.

I completely agree that some people who have been in prison can turn their lives around and become great citizens and talk to teenagers about what not to do if they do not want to ruin their lives.

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Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students ni every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Although the idea of gender equality in society is a laudable concept, I believe a more modest adjustment of severely gender-imbalanced courses would be more practical than a draconian

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Some people feel that paparazzi should not follow celebrities and invade their privacy by taking pictures of them everywhere, while others believe this is just the price of fame. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is often believed by a few people that photographers should not invade the privacy of celebrities, whereas others believe that this is because of their fame. In this essay, I discuss both these views and why celebrities should be treated like general crowds.

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It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion ? What sort punishments should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour for children?

Children's upbringing always remains a challenge in society. It is essential for children to differentiate between right and wrong from their childhood. Although oftentimes punishments are considered as a remedy, I moderately disagree with the notion. This essay will argue that by following alternative ways, guardians can bring up their children with proper awareness.

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Housing is essential for people. Some argue that the government should offer free housing for people who cannot afford it. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Lack of housing is one of the biggest concerns in today's world, affecting millions of people all across the world. Therefore, some individuals contend with the notion that the government bears the primary responsibility for furnishing its citizens with accommodation. It is my contention that although the government holds the accountability to provide housing, its ability to make it free is limited in financial resources.

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Nowadays, some employers thought formal academic qualification are more important than life experience and personal qualities when they look for new employees. To what extent do you agree or disagree

There are too many people who argue that graduating from high university has more advantages than life experience and individual abilities in order to seek a new occupation. I partially agree with this statement and I believe that it might be true in specific situations.

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For some people, the ideal holiday is to get away from their normal routine by staying in a hotel or camping in a countryside. Others prefer to stay at home and do things they do not normally have time for. What do you think are the benefits of going away on holidays? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Lately, a plethora of topics are being seriously talked about among various individuals and groups, and one prominent topic is holidays. There are even people who prefer to have an unusual holiday by going to rural areas, while others tend to stay at home to do things they have no time to try normally. If physical and psychological are to be considered, I strongly agree that people should have a remarkable trip even though others think that the time on vacations should be spent on meaningful things.

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Some believe that it is a natural process for animal species to become extinct and therefore, there is no reason to try to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?

Some argue that it is not necessary to save animals from extinction because they will die eventually. This essay completely disagrees with this statement because they play a significant role in biodiversity and help fight climate change, thus people should keep their existence.

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Some people prefer to have temporary jobs, which means they only work a few months in a year and use the rest of the time to do what they want. What is your opinion?

Temporary jobs are preferable to some people as they prefer to work for a few months in a year and do what they want for the rest of the time. Considering a stable life, this kind of working style implies risks in life to me except the temporary jobs can provide sufficient salaries which I cannot only afford my daily costs but also have some savings.

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CEOs and executives should be paid the same salary as an average worker in a company. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some argue that higher members of the company should receive the same income as normal employees. This essay completely disagrees with this statement because the responsibilities of chief executive officers and managers are bigger and it can reduce their motivation.

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Some people think that sport in schools is a waste of time and resources, while others believe it is a vital part of education. Discuss bot views and give your opinion.

Whilst many people consider that paying attention to the main subjects in terms of money and time is more necessary rather than engaging in sports activities in schools, others and I believe that it affects positively children’s physical health and education.

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Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving a car or motorbike. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some sectors of society believe that the most efficient way to enhance driving safety is to get a driving license with more age than is permitted in the present. This essay disagrees with that statement because a huge number of car accidents have been caused by older people and young people might have a better understanding of road rules.

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