Samples Band 7

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7

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Some people believes that it is wrong to keep animals in zoo while other thinks that zoos are important for education and conservation .Discuss both the views and give your opinion

There are different views about keeping animal species in zoos. While there are many reasons that are beneficial to these creatures, I believe that they have the right to be free in their natural habitats.

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It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is common knowledge that budgeting money expenses is of paramount significance for every individual, especially youngsters. Personally, I am in favour of this view to a large extent for two main reasons.

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Some people think it is more important for a government to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on the treatment of people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some believe that investing money in promoting a healthy lifestyle to deter people from getting infected with some illnesses is more essential than just spending it on ways to cure people who are sick. I completely agree with the given statement, since it will be a decline in the number of ill people in the country and provide more long-term solutions to the problem.

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The Internet has as many disadvantages as it does advantages. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

The internet has become a cornerstone of modern life as it enhances communication and data-sharing processes. I agree with the statement that it has numerous disadvantages like privacy concerns, fraudulent websites and unauthenticated information, which are not less than its advantages.

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Some people think that activities done in a person’s free time should be planned, while others disagree. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some believe that people should plan their leisure time for activities and others say that free time should be free and unorganized. Although unplanned spare time gives a sense of freedom and adventure, I believe that rest time should be organised and prepared for pursuing hobbies.

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Historical objects should be brought back to their country of origin. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The debate over whether historical objects should be returned to their countries of origin is both complex and contentious. On one hand, proponents argue that repatriating artefacts respects cultural heritage and rights. On the other hand, opponents believe that these objects can serve a broader educational purpose when housed in international institutions. This essay argues that while repatriation is often justified to preserve and honour cultural identity, it must be balanced with considerations of global accessibility and historical context.

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In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Today, in some countries around the globe, rural people are migrating to cities, therefore the population in the countryside is diminishing. In my opinion, this event contains a negative development because of decreasing the population in the countryside as well as the increasing number of people in cities.

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Some say that music is as important as other subjects in schools, especially at the preschool level. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.

Many people believe that music is a subject that should be taken into consideration like other subjects too , I strongly agree with this statement because it helps young children develop a creative mind , also it can give them relief time during the long academic day . let's navigate these points more

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It is more important to use the space in cities well than to make them look beautiful. To what extent do you agree?

Cities are growing fast, and there is a need to use space well. Many people think that making cities look beautiful is not as important. I agree with this view to a large extent. Using space well is more important for several reasons.

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In some countries, the cost of living is rapidly increasing. what do you think may be the reason for this? what effects might this have on society?

Living costs in some countries are swiftly rising this is because the national rate is high. As a result, the community's buying capability is weakened. This essay will discuss how it has become the main reason and how it affects society's purchasing capability.

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Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and weath than for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people, Do you agree or disagree?

There is a widely held view among the population that these days, well-known people have gained more popularity for their beauty and affluence rather than their efforts. While I agree that this negatively affects youngsters, I strongly believe that there are still more celebrities who shine by their talents and attempts.

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Compared to the past, more people are now trying to learn a foreign languages to increase their chances of landing a better job in their native country or having better opportunities to work abroad. To what extent do you agree with this point of view? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Nowadays, many people are more likely to study a second language to go up their percentage of finding a well-paid job. The writer of this essay completely agrees with this notion because if people had more than one language, the job they had might be better.

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In todays world, people spend a lot of money on appearance because they want to look younger. Why does this happen? Do you think this is a positive or negative development

Nowadays, people are much more concerned about their age and want to look younger. I believe this is a negative development as it undermines the natural look and also drains a person financially. This essay will support the aforementioned points and elaborate on them in the following paragraphs.

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Some people focus on national news, while others think it is more important to be aware of international news. Discuss both views and offer your opinion

In the last 100 years world our world has been considerably changed due the breakthroughs in technology and the trend of globalization. News started to play a vital role in our lives. In this regard, some people believe that people should pay more attention to national news while others consider international news to be also important. In this essay, I will discuss both views and my opinion at the end.

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Human activities have negative effects on the environment. Some people believe it is too late to take measures to prevent animals and plants from dying out. Others think actions should be taken to improve the situation. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

These days, technology has changed people's lives and altered too much; moreover, the bad effect has been humans can do every work really fast; as a result, they destroy the environment; then a group of people believed is too late to avoid these happened instead of another group who think we can improve the background and help it to get better. In my opinion, the second view is true, because we can change our situation, and sometimes is really hard, but we must not build limits for ourselves.

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It is important for people to take risk, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risk outweigh the disadvantages ?

It is believed that taking risks is an essential thing for every human being, both in their professional and personal lives. Personally, it seems to me that running the chance is a must for an individual which could contribute to a more positive impact on their existence.

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The working week should be shorter and workers should have longer weekends. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, with the world's development, labourers have to work more. However, some opinions think that employees should receive more relaxation time and long weekends. This essay will present some reasons why I am partly convinced by this statement.

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Some people say that the Olympic Games no longer have a role to play in the 21st century. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

As the tradition, the Olympic Games come under scrutiny about its role within the framework of the modernised world especially in the twenty-first century. There is much well rooted controversy, but I still maintain that today there is much value in the Olympics.One of the most apparent concerns people have about the Olympics is the high price tag attached to the hosting of the event. Most hosts are left with huge expenses and costs as families lose their homes and industries and other amenities are demolished in the name of developing these specialized infrastructure and arenas. For example, Athens Olympics in 2004 damaged the Greek economy, which in result led to the country’s financial problem. This has brought the debate on whether it is worth thereof to host the Olympics, given the economic losses that are likely to be incurred.However, these ‘defects’ destroy the essence of Olympic Games as a significant platform that unites the world and encourages athletes to act fairly. The...

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The 21st century has begun. What changes do you think this new century will bring?

As we already stepped into the 21st century, it comes with several advanced and innovative changes, related to almost every field in order to meet the demands of people's lives. Although there are some benefits, this innovation also brings negative effects.

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Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Arguments appear between people who believe that learning a foreign language is only for travelling or working abroad purposes, whereas, others believe there are many reasons for studying a foreign language. I strongly agree with the latter opinion.

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