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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7.5

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When talking about success, we often think of people who are rich or famous. In your opinion, what are the qualities that characterize a successful person? Why do you think these should be the criteria? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Most people declined to the opinion that the wealthy or well-known persons in the society are the most successful in their life. In my view, there are other features, which may describe someone’s fruitful living. That explains that money and fame should not be considered as ultimate victory keys. In this essay, I will explain those characteristics, which are necessary for one’s success and the reasons for the same.

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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.

Nowadays, In many countries, the highly controversial topic is that whether to spend more funds in constructing railway tracks for fast trains between cities or to use the fund in the improvement of existing public transport facilities. In my opinion, the existing transportation should be enhanced.

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Young people who commit crimes should be treated in the same way as adults who commit crimes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Juvenile delinquency is an issue of broad interest to the general public. Some people advocate that the government should impose the same punishments on young offenders as adult lawbreakers. Personally, I partly agree with this point of view.

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Some people think that individuals are becoming more dependent on each other in modern society, while others believe that individuals are becoming more individuals of each other. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

It is considered by some that, people are getting more self-dependent on others in the modern community, but some others argued that individuals are becoming more independent to other colleagues. In my opinion, I believe people are getting more independent in the modern era.

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In a number of countries, some people think it’s 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 opinion.

In this modern world, most countries improving their transport facilities among cities in favour of economic development. Though, there are several modes of transportation, trains play an important role. This subject involves a major discussion, some supports the funding on train proposal, while others debate that improvising existing transportation is important. In this essay, we will discuss both views and will express our own opinion on the latter.

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In the past, museums stored information about culture and history. However, nowadays this information can be found on the internet and, therefore, there is no need for museums. Do you agree or disagree with this view?

Museums were very important in the past to learn about history and culture but some people are of the opinion that it is no longer relevant as that information can be gotten from the Internet.

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Some people think that wild animals should not be kept in Zoos. Others, believe that there are good reasons of having Zoos. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Many believe that zoos are antiquated and inhumane. In my opinion, though zoos raise legitimate ethical concerns, their value for conservation is greater than ever before.

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Some people believe that teenagers should study all school subjects. Others argue that they should focus on only the subjects that they are good at or find most interesting. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Considered by many that all academy material should be studied by juveniles. Meanwhile, others argue that they should focus on only important subjects that they are good at or find most captivating. In my opinion, all academic subjects are important.

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Some people think that we should replace old buildings and houses in cities with more modern buildings. Other people think we should protect old buildings. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

Worlds history is very rich. There are many historical buildings around the globe that are attracting people from all over the world. However, a plethora of people opine that these ancient buildings and plots should be replaced with modern architecture while other groups of persons are believing that these historical monuments should be conserved. Before commenting on my own point of view, both these aspects would be analysed further.

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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?

Many chronic diseases result from unhealthy eating habits, and this detrimental diet is often accompanied by processed food. I completely agree with the view that high-sugar products should be taxed more to decrease the consumption of sugar.

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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?

Some conscientious citizens believe that prices should be increased to pay for high amounts of sugar in various foods and beverages. In my opinion, this particular decision may have a minor impact, but other changes should have led to more improvements.

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Some people think the government should establish free libraries in each town. Others believe that it is a waste of money since people can access the Internet to obtain information. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

A growing number of people are becoming aware of the conveniences of technological advances, especially with the advent of computers. There are some people who argue that investing in public libraries is no longer necessary due to the free access to abundant information online, while others believe that public libraries in every town should be subsidized by the state.

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Many people try to look younger than their age. What do you think are the causes people to do this. Is a good or bad thing

In this cut-throat competition, people do not want to remain behind anyone and try various methods to remain young. However, sometimes this trend may lead to a deleterious impact on their health as well as on their financial status. In my mind, individuals should not question their outer appearance and interfere with natural beauty.

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Some people believe that the aim of university education is to help graduates get better jobs. Others believe there are much wider benefits of university education for both individuals and society. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

Some are of the opinion that a college education assist graduates with satisfactory employment while other schools of thought suggest that studying in the higher institution is more beneficial both to the scholar and environment. I agree, that getting a college degree is a very big plus for the individual and his immediate surrounding.

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Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Studying history is most beneficial in schools while some schools of thought suggest that studying science and technology is more beneficial than history in present times. In this essay, I will be discussing why all subjects are important in their different fields.

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Some people regard video games as harmless fun, or even as a useful educational tool. Others, however, believe that video games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?

Someone said that computer games are beneficial for education as they are healthy entertainment. But some said that it is harmful to human beings to play on them. From my point of view, I believe that there are more advantages than disadvantages for people to play computer games.

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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?

It is argued by some that we should make the prices of sugary production higher as a means of pushing people to intake less carbohydrate, considering how more and more processed brands consist of huge amounts of carbohydrate which lead to multiple health problems. Personally, I completely disagree with this view and would argue that it is neither right nor practical to try to raise the prices of sugary products.

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Some people believe that we should do our best to mitigate the effects of climate change, while others believe that we should learn how to live with it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

It is considered by many that people should do their best to lessen global warming’s effects, but others believe that we should get used to living with it. I think that despite being the irreversible impacts that global change brings about, we exactly seek to solve this problem rather than accepting.

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A person’s worth nowadays seems to be judged according to social status and material possessions. Old-fashioned values, such as honour, kindness and trust, no longer seem important. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

It is often argued that a person’s value is judged by their social status and belongings or not. Although I agree that their value is judged by their social status on some occasions, I think that their personality, such as honour, kindness is also crucial factor to consider a person.

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Recently we are facing increasing number of cars, which poses great threat to the pedestrians and cyclists. What's more, a lot of parks need to be sacrificed as a result of the construction of railways and superhighways. Do you agree or disagree? What do you think is the best solution to satisfy residents to their heart's content?

In present-day society, an increasing number of the automobile is drove on roads, which could affect the activity of city citizens. Some think many park areas would be exchanged to build up railways and superhighways constructions. Personally, I do not support this opinion.

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