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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7.5

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Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest times of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Some people argue that the most joyous time of a person's life is the teenage years while others believe that adult life has more happy memories despite the many responsibilities it comes with. I think adult life has offer more memories of happiness because it will teach how to become independent.

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Government should spend money on railways than roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?

The transportation system has a pivotal role in societies and it is one of the development criteria of each country; Thus, government authorities should allocate a specific budget to all types of public transit. Some nations believe that more money should be spent on the lines rather than on roads. I totally agree with this statement. In this essay, I will explain in detail the reasons why I am on this side.

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Dancing plays an important role in a culture.

Every culture has its own traditions and customs that represent the uniqueness of the practice itself. In relation to this, I agree that dancing is one of the tools that is able to introduce the values of a practice of a region, and to promote the identity of a country globally.

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Television serves many functions. Watching TV makes us relax. We can learn knowledge and information from TV programs. Besides, TV can also be seen as a companion. To what extent do you agree with this?

Watching television gives people a space for relaxation and a new source of information from programs. I completely agree that TV should be seen as a companion of a person today because it provides informative education and opened a new way of pleasure.

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some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course it useful to an employers. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?

University study is a major part of one's knowledge hunt.So the question of what the main role of universities evokes a discussion between a fraction of people who believes in vocational education , which focuses to deliver science based on occupations whereas others believed that academy should deliver comprehensive education regardless of its purpose

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amaj alizadeh: some people think that individuals are becoming more dependent on each other in modern society; while others believe that individuals are becoming more independent of each other. discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Human beings are living as a society for ages ago , thus they cooperate with each other and follow certain beliefs and systems too. Meanwhile, this dependency on each other varies due to the advancement in the community. This evokes a discussion between the advocates of being independent and the ones against it . This essay will discuss both views before commenting on my opinion.

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In the modern world, it is no longer necessary to use animal as food or to use animal products for, for example, clothing and medicines. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is predicted that animals and their products are not needed for the usage of food, clothing, and medicines. I disagree that animals will not be necessary anymore because of their crucial role in the food, medical and other industries.

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Some people believe that unpaid community services should be a compulsory part of high school programs (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many hold the opinion that unpaid community service should be made mandatory during high school education. I agree with this view and believe this would enhance the young populations bonding towards society and develop skills for their paid careers in future.

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Many believe that modern technology has brought people together, but others say that it has driven us apart. Discuss both viewpoints and give your own opinion.

In this present world, the usage of technology is constantly on the rise. Nowadays， an issue that has fueled a heated debate is whether technology is replacing face-to-face contact with many people. I believe modern technology has brought people together. In this essay, I will discuss how it makes people's lives more convenient and efficient.

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Some people think that one of the best ways to solve environment problems is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and vehicles. Do you agree or disagree?

In the contemporary era, our environment is degrading day in and day out due to an increase in the amount of air pollution. It is often argued whether increasing the cost of fuel for vehicles is the best possible solution, while some opine that there are better ways to resolve the issue. I completely disagree with the latter, and this essay will elucidate my assertions in the forthcoming paragraphs.

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Nowadays animal experiments are widely used to develop new medicines and to test the safety of other products. Some people argue that these experiments should be banned because it is morally wrong to cause animals to suffer, while others are in favour of them because of their benefits to humanity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, people have different views on how medical research should be conducted and tested. Although many people support the use of animal experimentation for developing medicines, I personally believe that animal testing is morally wrong.

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Research has shown that overeating is as harmful as smoking. Therefore, the advertising of certain food products should be banned in the same way as the advertising of cigarettes in some countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

These days, many people argue that certain food advertisements should be forbidden like cigarette ones, because researchers found that overeating is as harmful as smoking. While I accept that overeating may bring about some health problems such as smoking, I believe that the advertising of particular food should not be banned.

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Some people think that governments should ban dangerous sports, while others think people should have freedom to do any sports or activity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion

Nowadays, some people believe that dangerous sports should be banned, while other people argue that citizens have the freedom to choose sports to play or participate. This essay will discuss both views as well as state my support for the latter view.

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Some people think that the government have the duty to ensure its citizens to have to a healthy diet, while others argue that it is the responsibility of each individual. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Nowadays, an increasing number of people are concerned about their health. Some people argue that the authority ‘s responsibility is to make sure that their residents have a healthy diet. While others believe that it is the duty of each person. This essay will discuss both views as well as state my support for the latter view.

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Some people think the government should invest more money in teaching science than other subjects in order for a country to develop and progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Education plays an important role in the country’s development and progress. Some people argued that the government should invest more money in technological subjects rather than others. In my opinion, I agree that science is necessary; however, I also believe that they should not ignore non-scientific subjects.

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It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct. There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?

There is an argument stating that animal extinction is a natural phenomenon, so no action should be taken to prevent it. I completely disagree with this opinion and would like to provide some significant reasons to support my opinion.

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some people public health is the responsibility of the government. Others think that individual have to protect themselves. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

These days, the number of individuals who choose to have a vegetarian lifestyle has increased. This is because they care about animals’ lives and they want to stay healthy, nevertheless, I personally believe that this choice can bring a number of problems to human health.

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Many young people move out of their homes to live alone or to live with their friends. Some people think this is a good idea. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Nowadays, the youth tend to get out of their home to live independently from their families. Some people say that this trend is good. In my opinion, I totally think this belief is correct.

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

In this life, humans will be forced into two conditions, either bad or good. There is a contradiction in reacting to these kinds of situations. We can find any people that will accept the plastification feelings, while some people are trying to force it. This writing will be given both sides and the author's opinion.

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Teenagers should never be put in prison with adults no matter how serious their crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some argue that teenagers must be imprisoned with adult criminals no matter what crime they have committed. I completely disagree with this point of view because teenagers have low emotional capacity and their attitudes are still developing.

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