Samples Band 7

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7

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There is a lot of pressure on young people today to succeed academically. As a result, some people believe that non-academic subjects, such as physical education and cookery, should be removed from the school syllabus so that children can concentrate on academic work. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience. Write at least 250 words.

Nowadays, youngsters go through a constant stress rush in order to achieve academic success. Many people argue that more importance should be given to traditional school subjects rather than non-academic ones. In my opinion, I strongly disagree with the statement and this essay will expose several reasons.

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Money offered for post graduate research is limited; as a consequence, some people argue that financial support from the government should only be provided for scientific research rather than research for less useful subjects. Do you agree or disagree?

Of course, to reach a more sophisticated and more developed society, daily inquiries are essential and crucial. Although any government pays attention to such an important issue, it doesn't seem to be enough, to support post-graduate research. However, good financial donations , sometimes, are allocated to less worthy projects. In this essay, we are going to discuss and take into account the pros and cons of this weak policy of some dignitaries.

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Traffic and Housing problems in major cities could be solved by moving large companies, factories and their employees to the countryside To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In recent years, megacities all over the world have been dealing with urbanization and its problems greatly due to overpopulation. Some people believe that relocating companies, factories and their staff to the countryside can be the remedy to traffic and accommodations dilemma in big metropolis. I strongly disagree with this idea and in this ,essay I will support my opinion with examples.

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in some contries, fast food restaurants and supermarkets give money to schools to promote their products. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Of course, marketing and publicity in educational environments like schools and universities are denounced and should be hindered by chairmen. As we all know, advertisements would have negative effects and might distract pupils from the main purpose of these places, which is, to teach pupils and let them be focused and concentrated on their subjects. In this essay, we are going to discuss the pros and cons of such a trend.

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Some experts think that all students should learn musical instruments. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

Nowadays, some professional scholars believe that all pupils need to learn musical instruments. In my opinion, I partly agree because there are some benefits to learning music whereas this activity is not an obligation for everyone.

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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.

The question of whether to accept a hard situation or try in order to make a change is a controversial topic today, as many people are struggling with different problems and worries. There are valid arguments on both sides which I will discuss now.

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Some people think news has no connection to people’s lives. So then it is a waste of time to read the newspaper and watch television news programs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is the case that some people fail to see any relevance to their own lives in the news they see on TV or read in newspapers. I strongly disagree with this view and will give some reasons below.

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It is neither possible nor useful for a country to provide university places for a high proportion of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It's said that it was impossible for a country to provide more universities for a large number of students. I personally disagree with this statement because of the involvement of governments and funds. These are possible to open more places for the university.

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Teenagers should not be allowed to use mobile phones at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There is an argument that cell phones should not be used by students in the educational institution. From my perspective, although using smartphones may bring distraction, it also has positive impacts on educational equality which I personally think is more important. This essay aims to elaborate on the given reasons below.

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

Nowadays, it is becoming increasingly common for people to join community service. Some people argue that school programs should contain unpaid community service such as working for charity and improving the neighborhood. However, I firmly believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs for two main reasons.

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Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime.Others, however, argue that the cirumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for commiting it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Any guilty, before making a negative decision, contemplates its circumstances. Therefore, we should consider some ways to inform them about the future of that decision. Probably, the following fear arising from it, would hinder the criminal from his or her mind and discourages him or her.

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Some people believe that the government should spend more money in more works of art like painting and statues in cities to make them better places to live in. To what extant do you agree or disagree.

In order to make the city a better place for citizens to live in, some people suppose that governments should invest more in the field of artwork. Although works of art can help people better enjoy their lives, I believe some other sectors are more important and should be given priority.

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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.

The future outlook from now is looking rather bad, especially with ever-growing globalization. The remaining question is: if the poor situation prolongs in the distant future, will people's standard of living take a toll? From the writer's perspective, if the situation persists, it is very possible that an individual's health will be affected due to repercussions from technology and climate change.

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These days many families move to other countries for work. Some people believe that the children in these families benefit from this move. However, others believe that it makes life more difficult for the children. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, work-related migration is inevitable and most families move with their children. Therefore, it continues to be controversial if this move is beneficial to juveniles. Although, there are valid points to both views, I am of the opinion that it in no way makes life difficult for them. This I will in this essay.

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computer are increasingly used in education in which areas do you think are computers more important in which areas are teachers more important.

Nowadays, technology is a part of everyday life and its products for instance a personal computer or laptop is used for educational purposes all over the world. There are several opinions on using computers from individuals in educating pupils of different ages or preferring traditional classes by a tutor, a viewpoint which I want to explain entirely through the essay with real-life examples.

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It is better for students to know how to solve problems they will deal with in their future life. Other believe students should learn how to find undiscovered problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

The majority of people said that it is better to learn how to overcome new destructive moments in order to prepare for their future while others think that students must find out how to deal with them by themselves without any help. This writing will discuss despite knowing what to do can help one to solve problems, it is better for them to really experience it and find their own way to manage it.

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Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

It is argued that the most important target for governments is the economic sector, while citizens think other sectors have to be in the same order as the economy. In my opinion, other sectors besides the economy are most important because economic progress is the result of other progress, for ,example education and health sector.

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Some people say that playing computer games is bad for children in every aspects. Others say that playing computer games can have positive effects on the way children develop. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Computer games have different effects on children. Some people argue that from every point of view, it is harmful while others believe that there is a positive impact on the development of a child. I believe there were more negative impacts because a child could have forgotten the importance of education.

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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 views and give your opinion.

There is no doubt that advertising can promote the popularity of products and services. While some people say that this practice is capable of persuading buying decisions, others argue that once advertising is considerably common, customers do not pay attention to it any longer. In this essay, I will discuss both views and explain my support for the former statement.

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Traffic congestion and air pollution are becoming problematic in most cities around the world. People must be encouraged to use their cars less and public transport more. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There is a common opinion among individuals which states that most cities in the world are struggling with traffic congestion and air infection and they offer some solutions for instance encouraging people to use public transport instead of their own cars. This a viewpoint with which I entirely agree.

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