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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7.5

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Some people think that environmental problems should be solved on a global scale while others believe it is better to deal with them nationally. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Environmental issues such as climate change or biodiversity loss are a major threat, however, handling it carefully might minimize the problem. While some support the issue should be handled by international organizations, others believe that it should be controlled by countries individually. In this essay, I will consider both the views and explain why I radically agree that the problem dealt internationally is the best way.

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Some people say that self employment is better than job in a country or an institution. Discuss both modes of work and give your opinion.

The discussion of how work environment impacts in peoples lives can divide opinions. Many people aim to get a regular job in a company, while others pursue a dream of being their own bosses. Whereas some people argue that self-employment has more positive features, others claim that have a regular job in a formal institution is more advantageous. I tend to agree with the former since the benefits of being self-employed outweigh the drawbacks.

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Some people think that scientists and technology experts are more valued than musicians and artists. What is your opinion?

There is no doubt that experts in the field of science and technology have significantly contributed to the world we live in. Although some advocate that such professionals are crucial and should be considered higher than artists and musicians, I disagree and in this essay, I will highlight why both these categories are equally important.

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Young people who commit serious crimes, such as robbery or violent attacks should be punished in the same way as adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In recent years, those crimes committed by teenagers, especially under 16 years old children, have occupied a growing proportion of crime. Education as a major punishment of juvenile delinquency has gradually lost its deterrent force. So whether we should punish young criminals with severity is now discussed by an increasing number of people. Personally, I do strongly disagree with this opinion.

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Some people believe that a great difference in age between people and children is more beneficial. Do you think the advantages of a greater difference in age between them outweigh the disadvantages?

Most individuals advocate that a large gap between the age of adults and children is advantageous, however, I believe that a greater age difference between the kids and elders has way more drawbacks than its positive aspects . Firstly, this essay will discuss how it affects relations and secondly, we will examine how it is good for children's learning.

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Governments and big companies should work together to reverse environmental damage, rather than expecting individuals to take responsibility. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Environmental damages are increasing due to a lack of awareness among people. Some people opine that this is the duty of authorities and big companies to clean the nation; nevertheless, I partially agree with this statement. Although common citizens pay enormous taxes, they are equally responsible.

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Some people think that environmental problems should be solved on a global scale while others believe it is better to deal with them nationally. Discuss both views and give your opinion

Environmental issues are rapidly burgeoning worldwide. Some people opine that it should be dealt with in the nation whilst others have contrast viewpoint. Although each country has different issues, I believe these can be curbed by joining hands.

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The average standard of people’s health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Health is one of the main issues that are considered to be enhanced by scientists. It is believed that in the near future people's health, in general, will be downgraded. Personally, I don't agree with this statement. This essay will provide several arguments, to support my position.

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Men do most of the high-level jobs. Should the government encourage a certain percentage of these jobs to be reserved for women? What is your opinion on that? Use your own knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.

The significance of top-level jobs has always been debatable and people hold varied perceptions about it. Top position jobs are always done by men as it is believed that men are more capable than women. Therefore women do not get the opportunity to reach the highest position in the company. I strongly believe this opinion that the government must introduce reservation on such positions for women.

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Q. People who go to live in other countries, should follow the customs and traditions of the new country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is very crucial for many people to own a house rather than to rent it in many countries. I agree with this point of view as owning property makes you and your family feel more secure in society. I think this is a positive situation and this essay will discuss the points supporting this.

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Nowadays, many people use the Internet to get medical advice instead of going to see a doctor. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

In the contemporary era, the Internet is used to diagnose medical conditions rather than going to the hospital or the clinic. It is a possible reason that people are able to reduce the chance of contagious infection of viruses and save time. I consider that this online solution is a positive method of diagnosis for the patients.

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It is thought by some that it is better to live in a city while others believe that life is better in the countryside. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some people are convinced that living in a city is better than the village, whereas others consider living in the countryside is more beneficial than city life. Each life has its own benefits and drawbacks but I have a view that country life has a good impact on the health of people also bringing them being closer to nature.

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Tourism has increased so much over the last 50 years that is having a mainly negative impact on local inhabitants and the environment. However, others claim that is good for the economy. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of tourism and give your own opinion.

There is currently a contentious argument over whether the rising number of tourists in a specific nation can contribute in a harmful way to its development or if it helps economical aspects. In this essay, I will examine some benefits from it by showing how this can leverage a country culture whereas why it may also bring some downsides as the increase in the traffic jam.

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It is not necessary for people to travel to other places to learn about the culture. We can learn as much as from books, films, and the Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There is a popular belief that we do not have to visit everywhere to know about their culture. In fact, in the era of the internet, this information which is available through books, movies and online videos is unlimited. I partly agree with this point of view.

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Interviews form the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There are many different criteria by which a job applicant can be selected but in today's world interview is the primary form of selecting candidates for most big companies. Some people believe that it's the right way to go ahead but some people disagree and feel that an interview is not at all feasible and should consider other methods. In my opinion, I disagree that an interview is not a reliable method, and other methods are better. I believe that it is reliable, but there are many other methods which are equally good and the choice is on the recruiter as to which one they find suitable as per their needs.

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Some people think that space exploration is a waste of resources while others think that it is essential for mankind to continue to explore the universe in which we live Discuss both sides and give your opinion

Exploring the outside world beyond the earth has been one of the greatest work of mankind. There are views related to it,that exploring the space is a necessity for future generations. However,there is some contradiction to same, saying if we don't find any necessary outcome as part of it,it's not a useful exploration.

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Some people think that computers are more important for study while other think that teachers can taught everything to students .discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Education plays a vital part in the life of a human being. In the century of technologies, there are opinions, which believe that computers have more influence on education than teachers. These thoughts have arguments, which supports them. In this essay, there will be a discussion on both views, such as the role of artificial intelligence and a human in student's educational life.

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Some people believe that it is best to do the same type of work throughout your life. Others feel that it is beneficial to change jobs often. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There has been a remarkable increase on the number of people believing that an individual must not change their work during their life whilst other groups of people allege that it is more profitable that an alteration on their job frequently. In this essay, I will delve into both sides and give my thought before reach a sensible conclusion.

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In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?

It is argued if it is more relevant to protect the countryside instead of building new homes there to those who need it, even being the only available space. This essay believes the countryside should be occupied in order to provide minimal conditions for every individual and its family to live in.

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Adults today do not do enough exercise. Some people believe that showing major sports events like the Olympics or the Football World Cup on television encourages people to exercise. Others argue that there are better ways to encourage adults to move more. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There has been a remarkable increase on the number of some group of people who allege that watching a sports tournament from television or at a stadium is good means to spur that people to do a sport whilst other society believe that if you wish to play more sports then you have to act much more. In this essay, I will approach both sides and show my view before reach a sensible conclusion.

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