Samples Band 7

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7

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some people think that prison sentences should not be used in dealing with criminals.Education and jobs,training should be used instead.To what extent do you agree or dis agree.

A few people believe that, offenders should not be punished with jail sentences. Instead, they can treated by providing; Education, jobs and appropriate trainings. In my opinion, I don't agree with this statement. Indeed, the criminals are highly intellectual, and capable of out-smarting police and other officers. So it's better to increase the intensity of the punishment.

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

Nowadays, the majority of the people can easily work from home, if a connection to the company’s server could be made. One can consider jobs outside their area, as transportation became more accessible, compared to the old days. This means a variety of opportunities can open, such as a better job, or a more advanced school, in change for a compromise. However, there are both pros and cons to decide on this matter. I will discuss some of the reasons why I believe people should work from a flexible workplace, if the conditions are given.

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

Education is the backbone of our society, hence it is crucial for our societies' growth. Several individuals believe that students should study up to graduation for their prosperous future career, while others think that getting a job after secondary education would be a great way to earn money. Both the opposite views of different proponents will be discussed in forthcoming paragraphs followed by my opinion.

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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?

The average standard of people's health is and will become law because of junk food and cigarettes, which are consumed daily by their customers, but could be stopped by avoiding them and starting a good diet.

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Some people think that strict punishments for driving offences are the key to reducing traffic accidents. Others, however, believe that other measures would be more effective in improving road safety. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

There are many individuals who believe that harsh punishments are necessary for driving violations, which in turn minimizes transportation mishaps and there are some who think that there are other methods that would be better achieve road safety. I strongly agree that harsher penalties are imperative in decreasing transport related mishaps.

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Do you agree that the advantages cars bring outweigh the disadvantages

Owning a ride has become very common these days. Owning a ride has its advantages and disadvantages, but I strongly believe that the advantages of owning a wagon can overweight its disadvantages.

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With an increasing population communicating via the internet and text messaging, face to face communication will become a thing of the past? To what extent do you agree?

An increasing number of people are using internet and various chat applications to communicate with others; therefore, it seems that people will hardly have any in person communication in future. I completely agree with this statement owing to the advancement of technology and increase in people's working hours.

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giving children and adolescents pocket mkney is common throughout the world. discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this practice and give your own opinion.

It is ordinary to give children an allowance, especially when they are under eighteen. This habit can be harmful and has more negative points comparing with its positive ones. So, in my opinion, some changes should happen in order to compensate its disadvantages.

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Every one of us should become a vegetarian because eating meat can cause serious health problems.To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In recent years, more people choose to be vegan for a variety of reasons. Specifically, avoiding eating meat to improve the whole public well-being outcome can be considered as the most reasonable excuse.

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The first car appeared on British roads in 1888. By the year 2000 there may be as many as 29 million vehicles on British roads. Alternative forms of transport should be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

On British roads, the first car was introduced at the end of 18th century. It is expected that more that 29 million vehicles will be present on British roads by the year 2000. It is suggested that other means of transport ought to be encouraged and international laws should be implemented to balance the car usage and ownership. In my opinion, I agree that authorities should encourage alternative ways of transport and consider introducing laws to control this situation as it can bring financial and environmental problems to the country.

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Nowadays more and more people are spending less time at home. Why do you think it happens? What effect does this have on individuals and the society?

Today, people are hardly spending time at their houses. The main cause behind it is extreme pressure of office work which is leading to some serious problems like deterioration of family relations, increased stress and depression.

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Being a celebrity such as film star or singer brings problem as well as benefit. Do you think that being a celebrity bring more benefit or more problem?

ADVANTAGES VS DISADVANTAGES

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The air we breathe has a major impact on our health and the environment. However, the air pollution is constantly growing and at current levels it can be fought only globally. That is to say, individual efforts to improve air quality will not give any results, and it's solely responsibility of our governments to reduce air pollution. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, many of the people are dealing with the several health issues including heart diseases, asthma, cancer and other health problems, mainly due to the environmental pollution and the air pollution. Therefore, this essay will explain my viewpoints in detail and after that, I will reach to a proper conclusion.

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Some people think that teenage years are the happiest times of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

There are two various notions about rejoicing in lifespan on behalf of the people. Many people argue that adult life is happier than living in lower ages, despite the fact that all people in the world have many assignments and also liabilities about something and some people. Personally, I have the opinion that both views should be given equal consideration for several reasons.

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The prevention of health problems is more important than treatment and medicine. Therefore, governments should spend more money on educating people about healthy lifestyles instead of curing illnesses. How far do you agree with this statement?

In the present scenario, the health related issues and concerns are increasingly growing. Understanding the need, it is believed that government should invest more in spreading the awareness rather than treating the illness as control on issues is crucial that giving treatment. I partially agree with the said notion, therefore this essay will discuss the points of both the sides and may emphasis on creating a balance between them.

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In many countries of the world, some people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that, this good for country. Others think that the government should not allow salaries above certain level. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Public concern has arisen in various territories in the world over the spike in some individuals enumeration. There are conflicting notions, one stating people should have the freedom to earn enormous pay while others believe authorities should regulate it. This essay will discuss both sides with own opinion.

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Bringing in foreign workers to fill positions that domestic workers are unwilling to do can cause problems in the local community and should, therefore, be stopped. Do what extent do you agree with this?

Nowadays, there have a trend towards the foreign workers are involved in the domestic jobs. Since, In the last five decades, there is an increased rate of the international labours in the many countries. In the meantime, there are many problems arising in the local society and this essay will elaborate my viewpoints in detail and then I'll reach to a proper conclusion.

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Being a celebrity such as film star or singer brings problem as well as benefit. Do you think that being a celebrity bring more benefit or more problem?

There is an increase in the number of people, who are now working beyond the widely accepted age of retirement, set by the society and many organizations. Whereas many may argue that this age has been decided keeping in mind the health condition of that age, I believe that the time has changed now and the people of age 60 or 65 of recent times are fitter and more able than what the situation was 20 years ago. Hence, according to me, continuation of work needs to become a personal choice and also should entirely depend on the performance.

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Doctors, nurses, and teachers make a great contribution to society and should be paid more than entertainment and sports celebrities. To what extent do you agree?

There is enormously hard work, dedication, and significant determination involved in acquiring any professional degree like a doctor, nurses, and teacher. It is also an agreeable fact that to be a sport and entertainment required nearly the same commitment. Therefore, I believe the extent of responsibility involved in the treatment of any living being and teaching is tremendous and huge. The impact of health care and teaching professionals has a significant effect on individuals, their families, and society. Hence these responsibilities shall be considered and will pay more than anyone.

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Some people think that employers should ensure a supportive and pleasant work environment where each employee is respected and valued equally while others think employers should focus instead on providing better facilities and equipment . What is your opinion?

Some people argue that, employers should consider that, every employee is being valued and respected with a supportive and friendly environment while the others argue that, it is important to providing the facilities and the equipments. Therefore, I firmly believe that working in a pleasant environment is much more important than anything in this world. Following essay will explain my viewpoints in detail and then I'll reach to a proper conclusion.

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