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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 8.5

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Some people believe that having a conversation on a mobile phone in a public or crowded place should be banned. Others feel that we should be able to talk wherever we like. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Mobile technology is flourishing by leaps and bound and give them access to do the various task from wherever an individual is available,Speaking on the cell to anybody has become a part of our movements and does not have any adverse effect in a crowded place.However, it has been argued by a section of people that interacting on handset may result in some unexpected consequences and should be ban with some suppression. I will shed some light on both the views and then only will give my opinion.

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Everyone should adopt a vegetarian diet because eating meat can cause serious health problems. Do you agree or disagree?

There is an option that the public should switch to a 100% vegetable diet due to, eating animal proteins have been linked to some fatal health conditions. I strongly support this notion because it can protect one from developing serious life-threatening diseases and proffer a lasting solution to obesity.

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Some people say that art (e.g. painting, music, poetry) can be made by everyone whereas others believe that it can be only made by those with special abilities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people are of the opinion that artworks can be only produced by artists who have particular talents in this field while others contend that everyone is able to create works. This essay will elaborate further on both viewpoints and also show my perspective.

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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.

In today’s societies, a wide variety of advertisements are ubiquitous. While people may lose concentration on them because of their repetition and commonness, advertising is a key element to persuade consumers to change their preference regarding products and services. This essay will discuss why advertisements are significantly successful in terms of affecting consumer behaviour.

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The use of corporal punishment (physical hitting students) in schools is in decline, yet it should be used to improve behavior. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Nowadays, schools have lessened the usage of physical punishments, but some people believe that it should be there to teach the students lesson about behaving properly. In my conviction, this punishment must be stopped completely because it affects children mentally and increases accidental risks for them.

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SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THEY SHOULD KEEP ALL THE MONEY THEY HAVE EARNED AND SHOULD NOT PAY TAX TO THE STATE. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE ?

It is undeniable that citizens are contributing to the development of their country in the form of taxable money. However, some people contend that dwellers should save their hard-earned cash and should not allow the ministry to take the tax. I disagree with the notion at a great extent and explicit it in subsequent paragraphs.

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Social media is becoming increasingly popular amongst all age groups. However, sharing personal information on social media websites does have risks. Do you think that the advantages of social media outweigh the disadvantages?

In the modern age of technology, humans are extremely depended on the internet and its by-products. Platforms such as the social site have integrated into everyone's life. It is argued that such platforms can endanger once's privacy. I believe, every coin has two sides, and in this situation, the merits of social media outcompete the demerits.

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Businesses should have social responsibilities in the communities where they operate. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Businesses have an important role in societies for many years. Recently, it has been becoming increasingly common to hear people talk about the social obligations that companies have where they operate and I completely agree with this idea.

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Some people believe that entertainers are paid too much and their impact on society is negative, while others disagree and believe that they deserve the money they make because of their positive effect on others. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

A section of society often argued that entertainers such as movie actors and comedians earn huge money but public acquire negative habits from them. However certain masses believe that superstars deserve massive funds because they send a positive message among the general public. Personally, I support the former view. This essay will intend to analyze both aspects in detail with relevant examples.

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some people prefer on-on-one lessons while others prefer groups discuss both views & give your opinion

In the era of competition, everyone wants to take every possible opportunity in the terms of individual or team lessons to get success. The chunk of folks considers that the individual lesson is far better and they give preference to it, however, others think that the group discussions are good. This essay will discuss both viewpoints including my opinion.

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Some parents believe that their children should do educational activities during their free time. Others say that in this way children are under pressure. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In the era of competition, every parent wants their kids to be superior. The chunk of parents consider that the children should have to use their leisure time for educational activities, however, others think that it might be put the kids under pressure to force them to do study-related activities in their free term. This essay will discuss both viewpoints including my opinion.

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Businesses should have social responsibilities in the communities where they operate. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, businesses are considered as the valuest wealth of a country, that they usually lead the countries’ development and sustainability while they perform their duties. I completely agree with the idea that all the companies should provide some social benefits to society and eliminate environmental risks.

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Some people feel that the media influences social behavior, while others feel it simply mirrors it. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.?

Truly believe with the statement, a certain group of people feel social behaviour is influenced by media, whereas others experience multi-media reflects the society but in current times, in my opinion, the stronger effect of media is seen on the people. In the essay 2 views will be discussed, first how media can impact the thought, feelings and behaviours of the society, and secondly how certain movements fuels media to adopt and embrace it.

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Some people choose to eat no meat or fish. They believe that this is not only better for their own health but also benefits the world as a whole. Discuss this view and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Eating habits across the world varies with the customs and traditions followed in countries. Eating vegetarian or non-vegetarian food also depends on the tastes and preferences of people. Many people are of the opinion that avoiding meat or fish has its own health benefits and proves beneficial for the world as well. I personally feel that not eating meat or fish is a healthy habit and has its own benefits. This essay will further elaborate on the reasons.

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The best way to help underachieving pupils is to have compulsory after school activities which they must attend. This way they will become more involved in school and their grades will improve. To what extent do you agree?

It is argued that the most effective way to improve the academic performance of students below average is to engage them in extra moral classes to ensure their achievements shows significant improvement and as they become more incorporated with the school activities. However, I strongly disagree with this notion because they are better methods to improve a child's academic results such as, streaming and obtaining their trusts.

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Some people argue that it is more important to have an enjoyable job than to earn a lot of money. Others disagree and think that a good salary leads to a better life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In the modern world whether having a good salary or an enjoyable working environment has become a bone of contention. While a group of people believe that wealth is the major aspects to be considered others have the opinion that money cannot buy a person’s happiness. Although job satisfaction, as well as the income, are equally important, I personally feel that the payment offered should not be given utmost importance.

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Write about following topic 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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

It is surprising to see, out of all the available genres and topic, movies directed and books written on crimes are exceptionally popular among people in many geographies. The essay will first suggest the active involvement, that is demanded from the audience, being the primary reason for such a mind-blowing success and it will then state that this phenomenon is only going to increase in time to come.

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Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree and disagree? What other measures do you think might be effective?

In this present world, traffic congestions and amount of pollutant in the air is constantly on the rise. I agree that the rising prices of fossil fuels could tackle this issue. Analyzing the impact of increased petrol prices on people’s transportation habits will prove this. Moreover, I would suggest that promoting the utilization of electric bicycles is one of the measures that could be effective in diminishing those problems.

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Famous sportsmen often earn a lot more money than people in other professions. Although sport is important in our lives, everyone should be equal and such big incomes of sport professionals are unjustified. Do you agree or disagree

There is no doubt that salary packages play a significant role while choosing a profession. People have a different opinion on whether it is good to avail huge earnings for sporting personalities when compared with other workers. I strongly think that it is acceptable because they have a very short time period to make money, but they return it to society in the form of support and inspiration.

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Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook) have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree

In this era of technological advancements, social media websites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc. have imposed a deteriorating impact on our personal and social lives in terms of potential addiction of mobile phone and isolation from our society. I certainly agree with the aforementioned statement and shall provide the reasons for it.

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