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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7.5

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Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.

Crime is an illegal action that is increasing at a higher rate and causing serious problems across the globe. However, some people believe that giving longer prison sentences can reduce crime, while, a section of society believes that there are some better ways to solve this. In this essay, both viewpoints will be taken into consideration and my opinion will be given in the conclusion.

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In the past, when students did a university degree, they trended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development and give your opinion?

In the last few decades, students travel to other countries for higher studies which were extremely tough in the past. This phenomenon has its own pros and cons and I will shed light on them in the next few paragraphs. But I contend that the positives of this change are far more than the negatives.

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Some people think that in order to save traffic and transportation problems people should be encouraged to live in cities rather in suburbs or in the countryside . To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is believed by certain individuals that masses should move to cities from rural or distant areas in order to mitigate traffic and transportation issues. In my opinion, I completely agree with this perspective as that's how people would be able to save their time and can enjoy having better transit facilities without congestions.

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Some say that it would be better if the majority of employees worked from home instead of traveling to a work place every day. Do you think the advantages of working from home outweigh the disadvantages?

Although there is no doubt that working remotely is an enormous weal, it is important to consider how employers will track the productivity of their labourers. While there are abundant people who think that going to the office is crucial, some believe that it is a waste of age. In this disquisition, I will delve into both arguments, and I will explain my supporter for the latter view.

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In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Different function areas, such as educational institutes and housing areas, are designed in separate locations in some cities. I think that this way of planning results in more benefits than problems.

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Nowadays many people with families leave their country to work abroad. Do you think the benefits of this trend outweigh the disadvantages for the families? Give your opinion and include any relevant example.

In recent times, several individuals prefer to settle down in foreign county with their families. I believe that there are numerous advantages while migrating apart from its demerits which are discussed in forthcoming paragraphs.

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Foreign visitors should pay more than local visitors for cultural and historical attractions. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

It is sometimes argued that visitors from overseas should be charged more than local residents to visit important sites and monuments. In my view, I completely disagree with this notion and reasonable claims will be discussed further in this essay.

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A government has a responsibility to its citizens to ensure their safety. Therefore, some people think that the government should increase spending on defense but spend less on social benefits. To what extent do you agree?

Ensuring citizens safety is a government's responsibility. Because of this, Some people believe that the government should raise defence spending, and decrease spending on social benefits. This is a recipe for disaster because a reduction in social benefits has a negative effect on the growth of the economy and increases the chances to be involved or start a war. This essay is going to explain in detail the reasons behind this.

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( Do you agree or disagree with the following statement : It's a good idea to send homework assignments for students during summer breaks) examples and reasons.

Some people say that giving students assignments to do at home during the summer holidays is a good idea and I agree with it. This essay is going to explain that homework is critical for students because they help them not to forget what they learned and remain used to their studies.

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Without capital punishment our lives are less secure and crimes of violence increase. Capital punishment is essential to control violence in society. To what context do you agree with this opinion?

There is no doubt that the number of crimes is increasing in this contemporary world and with that discussion for capital punishment have awakened for the judicial authorities of the country some people believe that there is another punishment besides the death penalty. The death penalty is not the only solution to decrease crime. While other have completely opposite opinion that death penalty is essential to apply discipline and control for certain types of crime. I strongly believe that the death penalty is necessary to control brutality in the nation for some type of crime.

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Nowadays human activities have had negative effects on plants and animal species. Some people think that it is too late to do anything about this problem while others argue that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

It is true that human development has had adverse effects on forests and animals globally. People have different views that such a situation cannot be solved as opposed to taking methods. From my point of view, it is possible that nature species can be brought back change from now.

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The society is based on rules and laws. The society would not function well if individuals were free to do whatever they want. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Laws refer to the rules imposed on human beings. I do think that law played a significant role in regulating our behaviours though it can also sometimes restrict our freedom.

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Some people say that outdoor activities bring benefits to children's development rather than computer games, To what extent do you agree/disagree?

It is argued that doing activities outside is more advantageous to a child’s overall growth than playing games on computers. I completely agree with this aforementioned statement. This essay will discuss the benefits of these activities to kids’ development of physical and mental health.

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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?

One of the highly controversial issues today relates to whether it is fair to charge for museum entrance or not. In this essay, I am going to examine this question presenting advantages and disadvantages and then I am going to give my opinion about this subject.

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Should government invest in Arts or in Public Services? To what extent do you agree?

The government spends a substantial part of its budget these days, not just on public works, but also on the arts. Though spending money on public services is necessary, I don’t think spending on the arts is a waste of money.

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Men and women are capable of doing all jobs equally well. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is argued convincingly that any work could be completed properly by either man or woman without any difference in terms of gender. I absolutely support it, and for the purpose of this essay, causes for my position will be scrutinized in order to boost this opinion.

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Some people believe that studying at university is the best route to a successful career, while others believes that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is a common belief is that students should get a job right after finishing high school, rather than applying to the educational institution. For many people getting more practice is better than studying theory. The arguments both for and against this topic as well as my opinion will be examined.

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In some countries, the government has tried to reduce traffic. For instance, they imposed a congestion tax during rush hour. Do you think this development is positive or negative?

Traffic issues have become increasingly severe for people nowadays, and some governments have taken some measures to deal with this problem. I believe that this is a very positive trend.

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In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some people believe that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

It is a known fact that only small-scale of an individual is earning high wages in many nations. There are those who argued that this situation is beneficial for the citizens and government while others suggest that limitations in the wage gap should be applied by authorities. This essay will discuss both views and try to reach a conclusion.

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Some people advocate death penalty for those who committed violent crimes. Others say that capital punishment is unacceptable in contemporary society. Describe advantages and disadvantages of death penalty and give your opinion.

While many people believe that execution is an effective way to control the committing brutal attack in human society, there are some negative aspects of capital punishment. In this essay, I will discuss both for and against ideas although I agree with this statement otherwise there will be more accessible to violence.

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