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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 8.5

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Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

Nowadays, there has been a substantial amount of information whether it is crucial or not important. Some citizens think that the information which includes technology, financial and education should be shared to over the world. However, those who argue that documentaries are vital should not be widespread freely. In my view, I agree with this statement that the information must exposure for learning in real life and also will discuss two both these views.

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Many people spend a lot of money on clothes, haircuts and beauty products to enhance their appearance .Some people think that it is a good way to spend money, while others think there is a better way to spend it.Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is an increase in the number of people preoccupied with buying consumer goods simply to enhance their physical appearance. Although, some people think these funds could be expended on better things while others think buying clothes, beauty products and having haircuts is a good enough way to spend money. In this essay, I agree with the former.

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Working abroad can help employees earn a great deal of money and gain more benefits. However, some people think this trend has many negative impacts. 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.

These days , the number of persons who move to a foreign country for finding an adequate job is increasingly growing , especially in developing countries . Some people argue that this trend may help people to ensure a good future , others claim that it has several obvious negative consequences Personally , I take the view that the advantages of working abroad can outweigh its disadvantages .

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A person’s worth nowadays seems to be judged according to social status and material possessions. Old-fashioned values, such as honour, kindness and trust, no longer seem important. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is considered by many that having riches is more valuable than antiquated morals namely respect, compassion and trust. Nowadays, the affluent are the highest on the social hierarchy and usually the conditions people use to determine a person's worth. I disagree that obsolete values aren't crucial anymore due to a number of reasons. They are very much important in our daily life.

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More people are traveling today than ever before. Why do you think this is?

There is no denying that, in modern times, the importance of travelling has been rapidly increased and to maintain a work-life balance, the crowd tends to travel a lot. I completely agree with this statement and in this essay, I will support my view with examples.

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Some people believe that government should spend money on building train and subway lines to reduce congestion, others think that building more and wider roads is the best way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your own opinion

Traffic has been increasing day by day due to the rise in the population. It is assumed by limited human beings that unions should expend more money in the making of trains and subways to decrease the overcrowding, while others suggested that extension of broad streets is the easiest way to decline the traffic crowding. This essay will illustrate the opinions and will provide suggestions. I suggested that the making of metro rail will be more convenient than a widening of roads.

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In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this a positive or negative situation?

It is commonly believed that housing and welfare play important roles in life and no one can deny it. However, in recent years, we have witnessed that most of the society prefer to purchase a home instead of renting one. I personally believe that this is a positive trend due to its useful effects.

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Inventors are not as important to society as doctors. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Provide reasons for your answer. Include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

At present, all the occupations are At present, all the occupations are equally valued yet, there are few presumptions such as scientists do not play a role as vital as health care providers. I disagree with the given statement owning to the fact that if it were not for the latest discoveries we would still be suffering from polio. Moreover, if there are no medical assistance lives would be severely devastated. So everyone is important.

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Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is generally believed that modern people are provided with a wide variety of options. From my perspective, I firmly agree with this idea

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Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems as well as practical problems. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement. Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experiences.

One of the major drawbacks of migrating to a foreign country is the language barrier. A different accent affects socializing with citizens of the new nation and also day to day issues non-avoidable due to less understanding of the society. I completely agree that there is a negative impact of moving internationally. Limitation in the ability to speak to the natives of a new inhabitance can be very challenging.

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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 said that the most vital objective of governments is economic progress, while others believe that other types of development are also equally necessary for a nation. My essay will discuss both sides of this argument and then give my personal view.

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A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not well-managed. Do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?

It would not be wrong to say that a large number of nations are financially dependent on their tourism sector, whereas, it carries some troubles as well if mishandled. I believe that it has higher benefits rather than losses. Firstly, we will talk about the benefits of the exploration sector and secondly, we will explain its cons plus how the positives outweigh the negatives.

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Do you think that people who work online at home are more productive than office workers or the other way around? Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Nowadays, the developments of online-based occupations have flourished novel strategies to provide financial sources rather than other conventional professions. Yet, there remains a controversial debate whether the overall efficiency of these new careers is higher than traditional ways. This essay will discuss the proposed topic with detailed clarifications from both prospects.

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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

In today's world, thanks to the progress of technology a variety of people's lifestyle methods have been modified. One of the most significant aspects that can be noticed is the way of getting news by perusing books. It seems that in the near future the overwhelming majority of people will only read news online rather than are purchasing newspapers. I agree with this issue to a certain extent that's because there will be always a particular group who are into printed forms of magazines and books.

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Scientists say that in the future humanity will speak the same language. Do you think this is a positive or negative social development ?

Learning languages is of paramount importance to the sustainable development of the international community. In the present age, a school of thought holds that human beings will speak the same language in the near future. From my perspective, I firmly believe that speaking the same language has many positive impacts on social development.

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Some people think that government is responsible for the rise in obesity in children, while others think it is fault of parents. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Everything has two sides for and against and the question if governments are responsible for children's adiposity is not an exception. While others have an opinion that family influences much stronger on underage people. This essay discusses both views and argues that lifestyle comes from the family.

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Some claim that studying abroad has great benefits for a student’s home country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In the modern era, it is undeniable fact that abroad studies becoming popular for youngsters. Few people argue that foreign education gives the home democracy too many benefits. Therefore, I partially agree with the given situation that will be discussed in a further paragraph with relevant examples.

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some people say that now is the best time in history to be living. What is your opinion about this? What other time in history would be interesting to live in?

A proportion of the world population considers the present era, an ideal period to live through, till now. I agree with this statement due to the advancement in technology and ease of living, and the period between the 1970s and 1980s would have been the most optimal decades to experience because of the simplicity in that way of living.

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Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems as well as practical problems. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement. Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experiences.

Immigration is very common nowadays. Despite this, living in not native speaking country could be a special experience, on the other hand, could be caused serious social issues like isolation and discrimination, and practical problems like accommodation and everyday difficulties. In this essay, these issues will be discussed.

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College students need to be activists in social justice issues like human trafficking. Do you agree or disagree?

Social justice problems like human trafficking have been gaining global attention for the past two decades due to their derogatory impact on humanity. I entirely agree that pupils in higher education should be held accountable to fight these concerning matters.

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