Samples Band 7

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7

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In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Health problems caused by the excessive consumption of fast foods have assumed epidemic proportions all over the world. According to some people, it is important to impose a high tax on junk food to discourage people from eating such foods. In my opinion, this will deter only the middle and lower income groups.

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Some say that because many people are living much longer, the age at which people retire from work should be raised considerably. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

One of the most common arguments held by the masses is that there should be a considerable increase to be done in the retirement age on account of present health improvement promising a long life.

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Some people believe that money is the most important factor for achieving happiness. However, others believe that happiness has nothing to do with money. Agree or disagree?

Happiness plays a crucial role in the life of every person. While some people believe that money is a major factor in achieving happiness, some others tend to oppose that view and feel that money has nothing to do with happiness. I strongly believe that money and happiness are different concepts altogether.

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Many museums charge for admission while others are free. Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to museums outweigh the disadvantages?

Whether or not should museums charge for admission has become a hot topic of discussion in recent years. Although museums couldn’t attract more people to visit them if they are not free of charge, it can avoid some serious maintenance issues due to lack of money. I believe that the positive points of charging for admission surpass the negative aspects.

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Some parents believe that child should not waste time by reading entertainment books but instead they should spend time to read educational books only. What is your opinion about this?

Children always fond of books. Some parents perceive that children can only spend their quality time on reading educational books because it’s a waste of time by reading entertainment books while others disagree. This essay will discuss the reason why I personally believe that it is significant for children to access a wide range of books rather than just educational books.

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Some people say that holding sport competitions cause many troubles, others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Whether or not should we hold sport competitions have become a hot topic of discussion these days. Some people perceive that organizing sport events can bring some financial challenges while others believe that it is beneficial for the economic development. In this essay, I shall discuss both perspectives in detail before reaching a final verdict that the overall benefits of this are superior.

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Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example, working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, many high schools make community service an optional element of their students’ curriculums. However, whereas some people believe that this unpaid service should be a mandatory part of the syllabus, I would argue that, while it is helpful, it should remain the student’s choice.

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New household appliances have resulted in more free time for women and have enabled them to both work and run a home with dependent children. What are the advantages for a family when the mother works? Do you think the disadvantages outweigh the advantages?

Thanks to the advent of advanced household appliances, many women can now take care of their family and work. This certainly benefits the family because the additional income improves the economic status of the household. However, in my opinion, working women have to struggle a lot and make many sacrifices. While I don’t think that the disadvantages of working outweigh the advantages, in my opinion, it is important for working women to have a helping hand at home.

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Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is considered by some that people need to cope with a harsh circumstance, for instance, unacceptable employment or scarcity of money. While in some ways it may seem reasonable to accept a bad situation, I personally believe that it is mandatory to attempt rigorously for the improvement of such situations.

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Eventually, technology will solve the most important environmental problems the world faces today. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people expect that technology will solve the most critical global environmental issues. While technology will undoubtedly play a significant role in addressing these problems, I believe solutions must also involve a broader social movement.

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Some people say success in a person’s life as an adult is the result of the way he was brought up by his parents. Do you agree or disagree?

There seems to be a common belief among people that anyone's achievement in adulthood is due to their upbringing and parents' influence. Even though I have to agree to some extent, at the same time, it is also undeniable that every individual paves their own path and deserves to be merited according to their efforts.

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nowadays, many families move overseas for job opporunities. some think this is beneficial for the children of the families, while others think children will find it difficult. discuss both views and give your opinion.

In this present era, it is a common trend for many families to seek employment opportunities in foreign countries. Although it is thought by some as being in the best interest of the youngsters in the family, those who refute claims it will be difficult for them. In my opinion, I agree with the former view, this essay will discuss both viewpoint in more details.

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Some people think that watching sport is a waste of leisure time. Do you agree or disagree?

There is a unique phenomenon in Bali recently, several sport bars have been opened. This is because some people enjoy watching sport while drinking beer. However, some of us argue that spending spare time watching sport is not wise. In this essay, I shall support this statement by giving some examples of more beneficial activities to be done in leisure time.

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Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

Athlete, people who compete in sports, earn more than people in significant occupations. Is this wrong or right?. Many say it is wrong, others say otherwise. Even though sports men and women should not be paid higher than other professionals in their field since they require their services to perform effectively, they are most times rewarded from the proceeds of bets placed on them. Thereby, I am of the opinion that it is justified.

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Some people say material possessions are very useful in bringing us happiness, but others argue that they are useless in terms of providing happiness. Discuss both views and give your opinion

From the ancient time hitherto, humankind has been in pursuit of happiness. Although possessing precious things is somewhat some people believe that it gained enjoyment for them, I am more likely to think that something cannot be bought with cash and strong arguments exist in support of both sides of this debate.

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Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing number of sports facilities, others, however say that this would have little effect on public health and other measures are required. Discuss both views and give your opinion

It is believed by some that improving the health of the citizens can be done by providing more sport complexes, others believe that various elements such as public awareness and education are needed to improve public health. This essay will discuss both views and explain my support for the latter view.

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With an increasing overweight population some people think universities should make sport a compulsory module on all degree courses. To what extent do you agree?.

Obesity, which is a condition of being overweight, is a rising concern for many people. Some people are of the view that by incorporating sports in all degree courses will help reduce obesity. In my opinion, I somewhat agree with the idea of making sport compulsory, while I also believe that there are other factors that need to be addressed.

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Many people these days have a computer, laptop, telephone at their home for work. Do you think, working from home has more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons.

Nowadays nigh everybody has a wireless communication device which offers us to work distantly. In this essay I’ll show the major merits and drawbacks of work from home.

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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.

Citizens' life expectancy has become a serious issue for several countries in the world lately. It is believed that people's health standard is predicted to get lower than the current state. I personally agree with this statement. This essay will explain the reason why I believe it is true and provide some related examples regarding it.

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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?

While some people believe that building over the country side lands is the unique way to resolve the housing limitation problems, the majority of people do not see this as a good approach. In my opinion, governments have to find an effective solution away from the countryside destruction.

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