Samples Band 7

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7

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Some people believe that a college or a university education should be available to all students. Others believe that higher education should be available only to good students. Discuss these views. Which view do you agree with? Explain why?

There is no doubt that nowadays there are great amount of different ways to get knowledge. However, some people believe that higher education should be available only to successful students while others sure that access to colleges and universities should be provided to everybody, so I am going to discuss these views in the following essay.

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Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

The idea of living abroad is always thrilling until the challenge of communicating in a new language arises. This essay completely agrees that there are grave social and practical problems associated with residing in a nation that speaks a different language. This will be demonstrated by analysing the accompanying loneliness and difficulty in establishing a thriving business.

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Some companies sponsor sports as a way to advertise themselves.Some people think it is good while others think there are some disadvantges to them.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some companies, as self-publicity, are sponsoring sports. According to some, this is a better way, while some disagree.The people who agree think it will enhance a company's sales. However, I believe, to sponsor sports by the companies for self-publicity has more disadvantages than benefits, because it may cause harm to the people.

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Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with?

It is commonly believed that marketing plays a major role in the community. However, Advertisements provide the details of trending commodities in the world, which will enhance the public lifestyle. In my opinion, Promoting a product in the media or in the public will give better options and awareness on the items to the people to purchase. This essay will analyse the factors and elucidate the views on the same.

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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?

In recent times, people judge a person according to their wealth rather than their behaviour that seemed to be important in yesteryears. It is because the world has become more materialistic and people's minds are being influenced by TV commercials.

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Some people say that it is possible to tell a lot about a person's culture and character from their choice of clothes. Do you agree or disagree?

Our dressing sense says a lot about us. Therefore, some people think that it is probably easy to guess an individual's character and culture from its dressing style. I personally disagree with this approach. This essay will discuss this scenario using the examples of Oxford University research and Time Magazine survey to demonstrate points and support claims.

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Some people believe that all children should have a pet or an animal to look after. Other people disagree, however, saying that this depends on a child’s circumstances. Consider these opposing views, and give your own opinion.

In many countries, the population is ageing consistently, and this presents the older people themselves with challenges as well as opportunities. It seems to me that retirement is not in fact the most contented period of life, and I will explain why in this essay.

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Some people believe that parents should teach children how to be good members of the society. Others however believe that school is the place to learn. Discuss both views and give your opinions

It is true that the responsibility of raising children to be useful citizens lies with the parents. However, I believe that the educational institutions also have a crucial role to play.

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Some people think that teachers should be responsible for teaching students to judge what is right and wrong so that they can behave well others say that teachers only teach students academic subjects discuss both views and give your opinion.

Teachers are essential assets of our society and there are multiple perspectives to what they are responsible for. It is generally believed by some that teachers are only responsible for directing students academically. On the contrary, many think that teachers are accountable for moulding an individual perspective and compelling them to rights and wrongs in their life. Nevertheless, In this essay I will discuss both perspectives at length and discuss why I believe in the latter one.

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Computers are being used more and more in education. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your own opinion.

It is argued that technology plays an ever increasing role in schools and universities. This essay will, firstly discuss student freedom as one of the main advantages of this and secondly, outline decreasing levels of face to face contact as one of the main disadvantages.

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Some people think that teachers should be responsible for teaching students to judge what is right and wrong so that they can behave well others say that teachers only teach students academic subjects discuss both views and give your opinion.

Teachers are essential assets of our society and hence there are multiple perspectives to what they are responsible for. It is generally believed by some that teachers are only responsible for directing students academically. On the contrary, some people believe that teachers are accountable for moulding an individual perspective and compelling them to rights and wrongs in their life. I believe in the latter. Nevertheless, this essay will gauge both perspectives at length.

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Maintaining public libraries is a waste of money since computer technology can replace their functions. Do you agree or disagree

Some believe that it is pointless for public libraries to continue in existence as computer technology can replace all their functions. While I agree that digital technology can bring us a convenient and efficient way to access information, public libraries make their own contributions to societal development.

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Some people claim that public museums and art galleries are no longer needed because people can see historical objects and works of art using a computer. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

With the invention of the internet, people have the luxury of accessing information freely. As a result of this many people argue, the museums and art exhibitions do not have value compared to the past, since; people can get all the details about the historical art quite quickly and conveniently through the internet. I think even though the internet provides more information, the importance of museums and art galleries are critical for a country.

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Some people say that the only reason for learning 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 views and give your own opinion.

Many individuals affirm that the only purpose about to know how to speak in another language is when someone wants to go to another country for working or even travelling. However, another group of people affirms that there are different purposes, why someone should know how to speak another language? I believe that learning a foreign language might be more benefits than only get a job and travel abroad. This essay will discuss both views.

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The government should lower the budget on the arts in order to allocate more to education. To what extent do you agree?

In this contemporary world, the arts are losing its importance, whereas faculties, namely science, technology and business are gaining immense popularity. For such reason, the government should allot more funds for educational facilities, rather than promoting the arts. This essay will highlight why granting finances to an artist is beneficial, but why providing capitals to escalate the literacy rate is more significant.

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Some people believe that modern technology is increasing gap between rich and poor. Discuss both views and your opinion.

Modern technology is constantly advancing and reshaping people’s lives that affected us in various ways. While others accept the fact that technology is widening the gap between the fortunate and unfortunate people, I argue that it is the opposite way. This essay will discuss the argument of both scenarios.

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ome people believe that children should begin formal learning at school as young as possible. However, others feel that children should not begin school until they are at least seven years old. Discuss both these views and give your own opinions.

There has always been a long-running debate over whether children should enrol in school as young as possible or whether they should spend their time at home and enjoy their freedom until they are a little older. My view is that children should not begin formal learning at school until they are at least seven years old.

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Some people believe that sport has an important role in society. Others, however, feel that it is nothing more than a leisure activity for some people. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, sports are being recognized as being beneficial to society. However, others think that sport is just a leisure activity. In my opinion, both views have credibility, which I will elaborate on in this essay. (35 words)

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Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

The issue of the moral education of children has become a subject of much debate over the recent years. Some firmly believe that it is the duty of the parents while others say that schools bear the responsibility. In this essay, I shall examine both sides and offer my opinion, which is that the primary responsibility lies with the parents.

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Some people say that spending time to develop a successful career is more important. Others say that spending time with friends and family is more important.Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Nowadays, many people hold the view that career development is more important due to the fierce competition in the modern society. At the same time, there are people who opine that those who live in the fast-paced life should slow down and spend more time with family and friends. In this essay, I will examine both sides of the debate before arriving at a conclusion.

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