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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7.5

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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.

People have different views about whether children should be allowed to make decisions about their daily lives or not. The ones who disagree with that, argue that it might lead to a society consisting of selfish individuals. I have a balanced idea of that. I believe that it is crucial for children to be able to make their own decisions; however, parents should set some boundaries about their freedom.

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Being a celebrity such as famous film star or sports personality bring problem as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems.

In this Ultra-modern world, It is rare to find a person untouched by following their favourite ideal through social media, concerts or events. So they would be grateful for them to get attention from a larger audience along with additional benefits. However, It is also hard to maintain their privacy publically and sometimes life-threatening too.

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The use of mobile phone is as antisocial as smoking. Smoking is banned in certain places so mobile phone should be banned like smoking. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, mobile phone counts as one of the biggest addictions in society. Experts are warning of the bad influence this technology has on people. The first thing people do after waking up or before going to sleep is look at their smartphone. Voices are increasing against mobile phones, and they describe them as anti-socializing as smoking. They suggest banning smartphones in certain areas just like smoking. I completely agree to prohibit mobiles in certain areas, such as in classrooms or at work. The following essay will discuss further on this topic and exhibit the reasons to support my opinion.

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In the future people may no longer be able to pay for the things the shop using cash all the payments may have to be made by card or using phone do you think this will happen one day why do you think some people might not be happy to give up cash

It is predicted by some in the future one will no longer be able to purchase anything via cash all transactions would be cashless. I believe, going absolutely cashless will never take place. My stand regarding this prediction along with the reason it would be disliked by few is explained henceforth.

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Computer games are very popular in all age groups and nationalities. Parents think it has little educational value and harmful effects. What is your opinion about this? Give examples based on your own experience.

Nowadays, it is becoming increasingly popular for people to use computer games. It brings them satisfaction by doing anything that they can not do in their real lives. However, parents think it has little educational value and can be harmful to children. In fact, I totally disagree that computer gamers have little education and are harmful to children for two main reasons.

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Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

It is argued that many people think that it is better to make peace with the bad situation which could be uncomplacent with their job or financial predicament while, others think that they should focus on improving their life. I believe in the latter opinion because it shows that in order to change a particular adversity people should have the courage and the right mindset.

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The government should control the internet to reduce cybercrime and ensure safety of users. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement

Cybercrimes are a matter of great concern in today's world, and the argument as to whether the government should control the internet to reduce cybercrime or not is a major one. I personally believe that the government is doing what it can regarding the cyberworld and its respective crimes and in the following words I shall be stating how.

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Some people think that all teenagers should be required to do unpaid work in their free time to help the local community. They believe this would benefit both the individual teenager and society as a whole. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, many people believe that children in the thirteen to nineteen age group should be forced to take part in volunteer work which can create many valuable contributions to their local community. Personally speaking, I totally agree with this statement and the essay below aims to clarify my point of view.

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In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

People have different views about the way a city's public transport should be improved. Some of them argue that a large budget should be allocated to introducing new fast trains and railways, while others suggest that the budget should be allocated to the improvement of current public transport. I have a balanced idea of that. In my opinion, it is adorable if the government is trying to modernize a city; however, there are some advantages to rebuilding the current public transport that should not be overlooked.

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It is important for people to take risk, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people argue that embracing risks is essential in not only the professional sphere but also in personal life. Despite the fact that there are some drawbacks to taking risky behaviours in personal and career aspects of our lives, in my personal opinion, the benefits greatly outweigh the disadvantages.

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Some people think that too much money has been spent looking after and repairing old buildings, so we should knock down old buildings and build modern ones instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Throughout history, ancient buildings were of prime importance for humans, while many people argue that it is better to construct new buildings instead of repairing old ones, they claim too much money has been spent taking care of old buildings. I disagree with this idea.

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It has been observed that in many countries not enough students are choosingto study science subjects at university. What do you think are the causes of the problem? What are the effects on society

Studying science topics in university is becoming widerspread in many part of the world, there are several problems caused by this trend, and various solutions could be taken to improve the situations.

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People buy a product if it fulfills their needs, there is no need for advertisement. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

When buying a product, most people know exactly what they need to buy, however, brands can carefully lure consumers to turn wants into perceived needs, which could lead to unnecessary purchases. Nonetheless, some believe that people can easily tune out advertising as it can be perceived as an annoyance. This essay will describe whether there is still a need for advertisements and why I agree with this statement.

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It has been observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study science subjects at university. What do you think are the causes of the problem? What are the effects on society?

Lacking students choosing to study science in universities and colleges is becoming more widespread in many parts of the world. This essay will examine the factors as well as the consequences related to this issue.

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The key solution for the environmental issues is for the current generation to live a less comfortable life to benefit future generations. To what extent do you agree or disagree

There are so many Environment issues rising day by day like pollution, endangered resources, air pollution, water wastage,and noise pollution. The future generations will need natural initiative but it depends on the people who live in present. If they live a simple but not difficult life and utilize these resources effectively, will be beneficial for both the present and upcoming generations.

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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. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays, a lot of people decided to be vegan or vegetarian not only because they prefer vegetables for their diet but also because they believe that it could affect positively the health condition of the world. Personally, I agree with them, in the following essay I will explain why.

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All cars that burn fossil fuels should be banned and eletric cars should replace them. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, non-eco-friendly devices are an utter social emergency. Moreover, burned fossil fuels automobiles have affected the ozone layer and climate change, requiring a rapid solution. Some people defend the view that those types of mobile machines should be completely banned by replacing them with electric cars.

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DO THE ADVANTAGES OUTWEIGH THE DISADVANTAGES: International tourism has contributed both positive and negative effects to the local community. Do you think the advantages of international tourism outweigh the disadvantages?

Based on the census of world tourism, travelling to celebrated places has been surging in recent years. As a result, this will have both bright and downsides to the native society. I strongly believe that the benefits of tourism for the local areas outweigh the negatives.

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Nowadays more people are choosing to live with their friends or alone rather than their families. This trend is likely to have a negative impact on communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is often argued that single living is preferable despite the negative influence instead of residing in a family. I am convinced that individuals living on their own tend to demonstrate a larger number of academic gains due to the presence of personal space compared to sharing living space.

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“Your first impressions when you meet someone are always right” Do you agree with this statement?

Having a good initial perception is considered to be crucial, in business and personal settings. Some may argue that an individual can be accurately judged by an imprint they have when they met them for the first time. In this essay, I will explore why I do not comply with such an assumption and explain why this misconception has been popularised as truth by many.

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