Samples Band 7

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7

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Many people think technological devices such as smart phones, tablets and mobile phones bring more disadvantages than advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Several people opine that the use of technological advancements like mobile phone and tablets have more demerits than merits. I disagree with the statement and believes that if people make appropriate use of technology it can do wonders for them. This essay shall depict the reasons for my consent.

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Scientists predict in the near future cars will be driven by computers, not people. Do you think this is positive development and negative development.

It is undeniable that technologies play a huge role in human life such as the internet, cars, or air plants. Thus, scientists think that in the near future we will have an auto-mobile car is not overstatements. Some people believe this development might cause some bad influence while others believe that people have to keep moving. From my point of view the computer drive car might not be a bad idea. in the following paragraph, the reason to support my opinion will be discussed in the detailed.

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Some educators believe that every child should be taught how to play a musical instrument. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In the modern world, music is everywhere. Meanwhile, debaters argue that whether every teenager should need to learn a musical instrument. This essay will certainly explore that although every child should be taught playing a musical instrument because music is a big part of the entertainment, however, as some individual might not be comfortable in playing a musical instrument, so it is better to not make it mandatory for every child to learn.

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Some scientists think that there are intelligent life forms on other planets and messages should be sent to contact them while other scientists think that is a bad idea and it would be dangerous. Discuss both views and give your opinion

Mankind has been actively seeking out foreign life by transmitting preemptive signals to the vast universe for decades. While the presence of extraterrestrial beings has not been confirmed, it is over wise, it is dangerous

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Recent advances in air travel have focused only on those sitting in upper class and have left other passengers with no benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The airline industry has undergone tremendous revolutionization over the last few decades. It is argued that the aviation industry prioritizes the requirements of business class travellers and neglects the rest of the common passengers while developing policies and amenities regarding air travel. I completely disagree with this view, as the state-of-the-art security and safety achieved in air travel benefit all strata of passengers.

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It’s believed that people who read for pleasure develop their imagination more and acquire better language skills compared to people who prefer watching television. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

Some people belief that reading improves language skills and creativity, whereas watching television does very little for these abilities. Personally, I support this opinion for several reasons, which will be laid out in this essay.

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Some people believe that universities students should specialise in a particular subject while others believe that they should study a range of subjects. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.

When discussing the topic regarding university education, it has divided opinion. A group of people notion that pupil should pursue an individual subject; while, a few others assert that student ought to consider a wide range of subjects. Therefore, ahead of my opinion, both the viewpoint would be discussed.

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Some people think that the government should be responsible for crime prevention while others believe that it is the responsibility of the individuals to protect themselves. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

While some people are of the view that curbing criminal activities is the sole responsibility of the government, others opine that each person is responsible for their safety and protection. In my opinion, the government has a greater responsibility to keep criminal activities in check by enforcing stricter laws. Having said that, citizens also need to do whatever they can to ensure their safety.

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Taking a year of between finishing school and starting university is a waste of students' time. to what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many people believe that taking a year off between high school and enrolling in a college course is not beneficial. While I disagree with this argument, this essay will opine my opinion using relative illustrations.

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The majority of news being reported recently is bad news such as wars, pandemic, unemployment rate, political corruption, illegal trading. Why do you think that is? Do you think the news should be balanced of both good and bad news?

Due to the advance of technology, people update new information about the world from daily news. However, most of the report tends to be negative news in recent times instead of balancing in providing neutralizing information. I am of the belief that daily news should have a balance in both good and bad sides before transfer to the population.

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The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world costs enormous government expenditure.This money should be used in new housing and road development.To what extent do you agree or disagree?

With the progress and renovation made in civic facilities in modern cities,it follows that an increasing number of historical buildings inevitably need to be restored,which costs a great deal of capital of governments.In this case,there are people arguing that the money should be invested in building new houses and roads instead.In general,I am in favour of this suggestion.

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Some people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Students are getting more and more practice from their tutors these days. This method helps children to study well and gain better knowledge on the subject, and also to pass the exam with ease. Home practice helps students, although more pressure can take away their free time. This essay will discuss the merits and demerits of homework.

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Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

I highly agree with this topic. Many people like to listen to music. Most of them listen to the song with their smartphone these days, and there are so many music player application has been made. We can find almost every music that we want to listen even though It is an old song. Here are the few reasons why I agree with that concept.

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Some people believe that students should be taught international news as a subject at school. Others feel that this would be a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both views and give your opinion

A highly controversial issue today relates to whether to have global notices should be included in the learning system or not. In this essay,I am going to examine this question from both points of view and then explain why I believe that this topic is fundamental for the development of all students.

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Government should support sports and the arts at school to encourage children to take part in sports, more than supporting professional sports and artistic performances for general public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Sports and arts both play a vital role in discovering up the rising stars of our nations. It is considered that state unions are held widely responsible for encouraging sports and arts between the younger ones, despite facilitating pro sports and artistic anymore. However, I believe that this will attract many others attraction to different types of professions. I strongly agree with this opine and In this essay, I will highlight my views with supporting examples.

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Some people are making new friends by socializing network websites and internet chat rooms. Some people say that this is a good thing. Other people opine that people should make new friends by face to face chat. Discuss both views and given your own opinion.

The advent of social network has made individuals mingle with many international people and thus help in making friendships. A set of people are of the idea that fresh friends can be easily made from the internet, whereas others opine that initiating friendship through real-world meetings are beneficial. I am inclined towards the latter idea. Through this essay , I would discuss both the views and conclude.

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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 honor, kindness and trust, no longer seem important. To what extend do you agree/ disagree with this option?

In the past, a person’s value was determined by the personality, the loving-kindness showed from their soul, although it has changed dramatically today a person worth is being estimated from the appearance and the social status. I totally agree with the above statement.

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Nowadays, some celebrities such as film stars, sportsmen and pop musicians are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which jobs should be highly paid?

The present world is in the boom of entertainment and sports. As a result, the people related to these sectors including leading men/women in the films, persons related to sports and pop music composers are encouraged with a huge amount of money in return. I do agree that these people are eligible for their high pays. In this essay, I will support my argument and also mention some other fields which are to be included in the top paid jobs.

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Governments in many countries have recently introduced special taxes on foods and beverages with high levels of sugar. Some think these taxes are a good idea while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Admitted, that rapid increase in health issues like Diabetes and obesity has raised a question on people’s eating habits. As a Preventive measure government has come up with an idea of introducing high taxes on packed food and beverages. Although, the majority of the people believe that it is a great initiative by the government, whereas others do not consider it as a helpful step. This essay will discuss both aspects of the phenomenon and consent with the former idea.

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Some people say that the main environment problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

The world has been suffering from a lot of environmental problems. Those issues caused the extinction of animals and plants, destroyed nature and so on. Nowadays, many experts are studying how to solve those issues.

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