Samples Band 7

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7

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Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

In contemporary times, an increasing number of individuals with health issues rather to try other kinds of remedies in place of usual checkups with doctors. I strongly believe that this trend is a negative development due to the fact that it can lead to misdiagnosis.

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The most important aim of science should be to improve people’s lives. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?

There are widely differing views on the issue of whether the ultimate goal of science should be to improve human lives or not. While some still hold to the conservative view, in this essay I intend to argue that improving the Earth and animals' lives is necessary to guarantee a pleasurable life for people. The reasons for this are as follows.

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Some people believe governments should spend money in saving languages of few speakers from dying out completely. Others think this is a waste of financial resources. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In today's globalized world, language is a significant and symbolic item to connect to the world. Many languages worldwide, like English, Chinese, and Spanish, are the most spoken languages worldwide. However, several languages spoken by only a small group of people have the risk of being disappeared. This situation has sparked a debate on whether the government should allocate the funds to prevent the languages from vanishing. This essay will discuss both views and my opinions on the matter.

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In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think this? What is your opinion of crime fiction and crime dramas?

There is no denying the fact that the most famous shows and books are crime dramas. This essay will discuss the reasons behind this and express my own opinion of these dramas.

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Some people say that the governments should pay for health care and education but others think that this is not the government's responsibility.Discuss both these views and give your opinion

In the modern era, basic medical and educational facilities are the main factors in evaluating the development of a nation. A few individuals believe that authorities should bear the expenses incurred by people in these two sectors; others think it is an individual’s liability. This essay will discuss both views and my opinion at the end.

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Students hand writing quality is lower than any other times In your opinion, what are the reasons? And what can be done to overcome this issue ?

There is no denying the fact that the student's handwriting quality is reduced more than ever and there is lots of evidence that could make this issue happen. It is a commonly held belief that writing is one of the crucial things that students learn in school. There is also an argument opposing that, in my opinion, I consider that writing nowadays is less important than it used to be.

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Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?

Many people argue that not enough household waste is being recycled and that making recycling a legal obligation is the only way to increase recycling rates. In my opinion, while laws can help encourage recycling, they are not the only solution. Governments should combine legal rules with educational programs to promote responsible waste management.

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These days many families move abrod for work. Some people believe that this benefits the children in these families. Other believe that it makes their lives more difficult. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In today’s globalized world, many families move abroad for work. Some believe that this benefits the children in these families, while others think it makes their lives more difficult. This essay will discuss both views and provide my own opinion.

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. People believe that they should be able to keep all the money they earn and should not pay tax to the state. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

In general, the government collects taxes from its people with a certain salary range. There are certain rules and regulations every government follows to improve their service to the people of that country. In general, the taxes paid by the people directly go towards the welfare fund of the society.

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Some people argue that competitive sports are good for bringing together different people and cultures.Other argue that these sports can cause problems and increase conflicts between nations. Discuss both the views and give your opinion?

In recent years, global sports competitions have proliferated, with significant events hosted in countries such as Japan and Germany. While these competitive sports offer several benefits, they also present certain challenges that can exacerbate international tensions. This essay will examine both perspectives before presenting a reasoned conclusion.

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It is better for people to be unemployed than people to be employed but they do not enjoy. Do you agree or disagree?

Several individuals believe that those who are unemployed are better than those who are employed but they do not like them. Personally, I totally disagree with this statement because of some major reasons which I shall explain in more detail in this essay.

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Some people believe that the best way to improve road safety is to increase the minimum legal age to drive cars and motorcycles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Road accidents are on the increase all over the world. Some people argue that raising the age limit to drive motor vehicles will enhance road safety. I partially agree with this statement. Firstly, this essay will explain why I agree with this statement, followed by an analysis of why I disagree with this statement.

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In many countries, the amount of crime is increasing. What do you think are the main causes of crime? How can we deal with those causes?

In the modern day, there are so many types of people with their uniqueness of behaviours. Yet, many of them lean toward the bad side too. As a result, the amount of crime is increasing in many countries. In this essay, I will discuss the root causes of people doing some wrongdoing, and present the solutions which become pressing concerns to solve this issue.

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In some countries, marriages are arranged by the parents, but in other cases, people choose their own marriage partner. Discuss and give your own opinion.

The topic of love versus arranged marriage has become increasingly important in recent years. While some individuals choose their spouses themselves, others outsource this decision to their parents. This essay will discuss both cases before reaching a conclusion.

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It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is suggested that people, especially the younger generation, should prioritise saving money for future plans. While I accept that it is essential to have savings, I also believe that people need to use their money wisely in some circumstances.

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Some people think that newspaper are best media to learn and get information from, while others believe that internet is a better source.Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Nowadays there are large sources for accessing the news, so this will be an argument about which is more reliable between online and paper. I will describe the pros and cons of each one of them in my essay.

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Nowadays, news companies spend a lot of money covering international news. However, local news is more relevant to people's lives and should receive more funding. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Some may claim that the time and money that news companies spend on international news are not well founded and they should instead focus on local news that influences people's lives more.I, however, do not fully support this claim.

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In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?

Television crime series and crime tales are getting huge popularity in most countries nowadays. Because they are more interesting to watch and read; however, this essay thinks that they are disgusting because of the nature of vandalism that has been portrayed in these books and dramas.

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A growing number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Various species of animals are employed to fulfil human needs such as food, transportation, and research. Many individuals argue against it and believe that animals should have equal rights as humans, and should not be exploited; while others advocate that it is okay to use animals for our benefit. This essay discusses both viewpoints, however, I strongly concur with the group that believes animals should be treated with kindness.

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In some countries university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other countries students attend university in another city. Do you think the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages?

Choosing the desired university from your country has a chance of being troubling because of the option of staying at home, or moving to another city for a different university. While in some places one option outweighs the other, the advantages and disadvantages are important factors to consider. Living away may open many new possibilities, although leaving your house behind could be hard.

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