Samples Band 7

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7

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Earlier working from home was discouraged. Nowadays, many organizations are encouraging telecommuting. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages. Support your opinion with examples.

In the past working at home seemed unbelievable, while today online work is preferred both by employees and employers. This essay aims to examine the main advantages and disadvantages of working at home and provides a logical solution.

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Developments in technology are causing environmental problems. Some think the solution is for people to adjust to a simper life while others believe that technology itself can solve these problems. Discuss both views and give you opinion.

Fast-paced improvements in technology are damaging the environment. Even though it has become a controversial topic whether people have to cut down on technology usage, I personally believe that we can address environmental problems with the help of technology.

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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

There is an ongoing debate that new construction built in the countryside may further scale down the greenlands on earth and thus we should not build new houses there. In my point of view, it is better to construct new houses and reserve certain grounds for the use of the park.

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The availability of entertainment such as playing electronic games on portable devices will be harmful to individuals in the society they live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, some people think that the accessibility of amusement, like PC games and console games, will be detrimental to people in the community where they live. I partially agree with the given statement, and I will elaborate on it in this essay.

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Reading for pleasure can develop imagination and language skills better than watching TV. To what extent you agree or disagree?

Some individuals think that if people read more books than watching TV, it can enhance their imagination and linguistic abilities effectively. In my opinion, I partially agree with the given statement, and I will elaborate on it in this essay.

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The best way to measure somone's success is to look at how much money that person has. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.

In this modern era, the perspective of seeing the success of achievers has been completely changed. Nowadays, many people believe that the perfect method to measure someone's achievement is how much that person is rich and has financial resources. However, I strongly disagree with this belief.

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Nowadays it is easy to apply for and be given a credit card. However, some people experience problems when they are not able to pay their debt back. In your opinion, do the advantages of credit cards outweigh the disadvantages?

These days, loans are easily available in the form of credit cards and one can get them easily by looking at the Internet and applying for the same. Financial companies are making huge amounts of money by charging interest rates way higher than the normal interest rates and other charges applicable to credit cards. Most people are not capable enough to pay their debt on time and because of this companies make big profits. In this essay, I will discuss the impact of credit cards on us and will share my opinion.

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Writing task : Giving lectures in auditoriums to large numbers of students is an old way of teaching. With the technology available today, everything should be done online. Do you agree or disagree

The idea of giving live lectures to an audience is a traditional way of information sharing which is still largely followed. While there are some thoughts that, with this growing technology things need to take turns and follow the new online lecturing system. Although, the perks of having it done remotely using the internet are saving travel costs, food costs etc. But it is undeniable that social interactions and networking which is a necessary part of a growthful life are lost. I partially agree with both the ideas but tend to fall more towards the idea of later.

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Nowadays people waste a lot of food that was bought from shops and restaurants. Why do you think people waste food?

At present, an increasing number of consumers pursue food over their capacity. As a consequence, there is more food left. This article will give several reasons why the residents choose to do this and the measures to improve the phenomenon are listed as well.

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

These days, people are suffering from different diseases mainly because of obesity which increases the chances of heart attacks in humans. People are suffering from other diseases because of increasing weight such as Fatty Liver and High Cholesterol in the younger generation. Some people suggest that these problems can be solved by increasing the number of sports complexes in the country with minimal or no fees as not everyone can afford costly memberships. In this essay, I will discuss the impact on human health of this type of change in our society.

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For many, shopping malls are great places to spend their leisure time and meet others. People, however, in the past mostly visited those when necessary. To what extent do you think this is a negative trend?

People have different views on whether it's beneficial that more residents go to supermarkets to entertain themselves and have a date with friends or not. While there are so many drawbacks to this behaviour, I think the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.

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Some people find advertisements amusing or annoying and they are not influenced by this when they shop. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Advertising and its influences have long been a topic of numerous debates, especially in recent years. In this regard, some people argue that the impact of advertisements on shoppers is neglectable. However, in contrast, the majority number of people including me hold the view that advertisements could channel the shoppers' choices in an effective way. In the forthcoming paragraphs, I will support this point of view with likely explanations.

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in many countries the level of crime is increasing and crimes are becoming more violent. why do you think this is and what can be done about it?

Both developed and undeveloped countries are facing issues with unstoppable rates of crime and violence. In the essay, I will discuss the reasons and possible way of solutions that need to be taken to control the hike.

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In the advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasize that their products are new in some way. Why is this? do you think it is a positive or negative development?

In today's society, businesses’ products are usually emphasized to be unique in some way in their advertising to boost sales. In my opinion, it is mostly a negative development.

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The tendency of human being to copy one another is shown in the popularity of fashion clothes and consumer goods. To what extent do you agree?

Nowadays, it is becoming common for people to adopt the other's lifestyle. It is believed that society tends to buy the same things to change and improve themselves. However, I firmly agree with this statement and I will shed light on my reasons to support my perspective.

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It is better for students to study from home rather than go to school . do you agree or disagree ?

As technological advancements continue to evolve, the traditional method of going to school is now being challenged by the modern way of learning online. While some people believe that studying from home is more advantageous, I strongly disagree and believe that going to school is still the better option for students.

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Many feel that going to the gym is the best way to stay fit. Others think there are more effective methods. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some individuals think doing exercise in the gym centre is better than doing it at home. Whereas other populations feel more different good ideas. This essay agrees that it is more beneficial for young people to practise at the gym or stay at home good for their health and weight and will outline the main reason why this can be achieved.

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Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

It would be argued by some that the prevalence of advertising is significantly increased, while it bothered to many individuals that they want to ignore it. In my opinion, however, advertising experiences a considerable success to make customer buy their products

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

There is no denying that taking risks in careers and personal aspects makes people's lives challenging and fulfilling. Being risky might have some downsides that prevent people from stepping out of their comfort zones. However, I personally believe that making tough choices and taking risks can bring people closer to their desires and dreams, and it has way more advantages than disadvantages as I will discuss in this following essay.

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To solve ever-increasing environments hazards throughout the world, the best way is to increase the price of fuel. what is your opinion on the above assumption?

Fuel exploration keeps generating environmental issues throughout the world. Some people propose it is better to increase the expense of fuel. I believe that there are some better responses to adapt.

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