Samples Band 7

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 7

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Some people believe that developments in technology make life too complex and that the solution is for everyone to accept a simpler way of life without using that technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some critics argue that advancements in technology contribute to a much more complicated life, and users would be better off if they avoid using technology. Although a complete ban on technology has its merits, I disagree with it as it is counter-productive.

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Research into new types of medicine and treatments are essential to improve health and deal with diseases. Who do you think should fund these researches : private companies, individuals or the government ?

Medical research has become a debatable topic in recent years. Some individuals think that the government should be responsible for funding these projects, while others think private companies and individuals are responsible. Personally, I believe that the government should mainly invest in these fields with help from private companies to achieve more accomplishment.

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In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Free resources on the Internet may cause the extension of the newspapers or books. From my perspective, the paper printed has its own unique traits which cannot be replaced and neglected.

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In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is predicted that traditional newspapers and books will be replaced by online news and articles in the future. From my perspective, online media cannot displace the printed counterparts entirely.

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Scientists believe that computers will become more intelligent than human beings. Some people find it a positive development while others think it is negative development. Discuss both points and give your own opinion.

In the last decade, with the growth of artificial intelligence, most scientists believe that shortly, AI will be faster and wiser than humankind; on the contrary, the public proclaims that computers must be a problem for humans. This essay explains why computers help people to progress even faster.

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The shortage of housing in big cities can cause severe consequences. Only government action can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Real estate has been drastically grown in metropolitan areas. The inability to provide a living area for the people in major cities is creating huge trouble whereas people believe that actions from authority alone will resolve the issue. I will examine all the possible aspects of this problem in this essay.

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People today can use the internet to learn about lives and cultures in other countries. So it is not necessary to travel anymore. Do you agree?

Nowadays, many people are relying on the Internet to search for information about the cultures and lives of other countries. Accordingly, they find it unnecessary to travel to other places. Nevertheless, I strongly disagree with this idea.

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Some believe elderly people should live in nursing homes, others think they should live with the family members. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Changing views about keeping elderly people in old age homes has gained much more scholarly attention, especially in the recent past years. Although, keeping them in nursing homes or old age homes does more harm than good or vice-versa is a debatable topic. This essay will discuss both sides of the argument in detail and put forward several reasons why keeping them together with the family have several favourable elements that are required for their happiness and well-being.

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Using a computer every day can have more negative than positive effects on your children. Do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that Children using a computer on a daily basis has more negative than positive effects. There are many drawbacks of this tendency; however, I disagree and believe that it has more benefits.

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Some people think it’s better to choose friends who always have the same opinions as them. Others believe that it’s good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that having friends who always have the same opinions is better than another one and it is argued by many people that it is preferable to catch up with peers who disagree occasionally with their choices. This essay will discuss both possible points that could be the reasons and my own opinion which occurs with the second statement.

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Some people think that government is responsible for the rise in obesity in children. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, the figures for overweight in childhood remain increasing and some people opine that it is the responsibility of the government. However, I totally disagree with that because the health of our children depends solely on the parents and the context that they provide.

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Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attuitudes and give your won opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

There are two kinds of people in the world which are extroverted and introverted. Individuals who are willing to risk their lives for challenges will explore new things without any cost. However, ordinary people who do not dare themself will be laid back and follow their regular routine. Hence, every human being is different from one another, which has created a world of diversity. This essay will elaborate on both aspects and include personal insight concerning the argument.

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Many people make friends through social sites and chat rooms . Others believe that it is not a good idea to make friends without meeting them face to face. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.

Nowadays, with the advancements in technology and the internet, social networking is becoming increasingly popular, especially among young people and has gained much more scholarly attention. Although, making connections using social sites or messengers does more harm than good or vice-versa is a debatable topic. This essay will discuss both sides of the argument in detail and put forward several reasons why social networking sites have several concerning elements that need attention.

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Some people opine that computer have made our life more convenient and easier, others, however, oppose it and say that computers have actually made our life complex and stressful. Discuss both these views and give your opinion

A highly controversial issue today relates to whether technology made our life handy or complicated. In this essay, I am going to examine this question from both points of view and then explain why I believe that technology has become an essential part of our lives in various ways and will lead to a logical conclusion.

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In some areas of the US teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night. What is your opinion about this?

Nowadays, many parents who are living in the US are very much worried about their children when they go out to school and even buy anything. Particularly, it has been seen that in most of the locations in the US curfew has been imposed for the specific age group that is below 17 years of offspring, they are allowed to follow the time when they need to be outside otherwise in this age category they are bound to access into the markets right after 12:00 am Midnight. In my opinion, this kind of limitation should be enforced so that everything goes better. This essay will further examine the possible causes of this action.

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More people are shopping online today than ever before. Why do people choose to shop this way? Are there any disadvantages to shopping online? Provide your opinion and use specific reasons and examples.

Online shopping has revolutionized the trade business for consumers and vendors. Internet shopping is the most popular activity today and becoming an important part of many people’s life. This essay will explain why people prefer online shopping and the possible problems that may occur after the delivery process.

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Many people believe that modern music can have a negative impact on the young. Others believe the effect of modern music is positive. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

The genre of music has an enormous transfer from classical to modern music these days. Some people argue that modern music will have a bad impact on the young generation, whereas, some others think it is a positive influence. To extend my view, this essay will interpret both sides and related reasons.

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Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foregin country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

It is claimed by several people that occupation options abroad and travelling are the single reasons to acquire a foreign language. While, some populations believe that there are other motives for learning new languages. I think that, language acquisition should also be observed from a different perspective, including its beneficial effect on the brain's function.

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Some people think that government funding for schools should be spent on science subjects rather than on other subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Without a doubt, with advanced technology, governments make an effort on establishing science schools or focusing on science subjects. Whereas some people contend that government funding ought to be distributed to science subjects, I am holding an opposite opinion toward this statement, and the reasons will be thoroughly elaborated on as follows.

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Environmental protection is the responsibility of politicians not individuals as individuals can do too little. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Normally, the responsibility for mitigating environmental damage is placed on authority figures. Nevertheless, it is my conviction that citizens in each country also have an indispensable role to play.

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