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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 8.5

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Some people feel that manufacturers and super markets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods. Other agree that customers should avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging. Discuss both views, and give your opinion.

It is controversial issues as to whether the public abstains from purchasing products with lots of wrappings, or, whether the producers and supermarkets should be careful in packaging any goods that several Styrofoams, papers, or plastic do not go in one product. From my perspective, packaging is, completely, depending on the companies' manufacturers so that they ought to be attentive in this regard rather than clients.

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Nowadays people make new friends through social networks and internet chat groups. Some people think this is good. Others think that face-to-face interaction is essential. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In contemporary times, the latest technological advancements such as social internet networking, chat groups, etc. Have drastically transformed the human beings' lifestyle. Is this influenced the masses positively or not? Few people think that this has indeed brought improvement in life while others think otherwise. However, online connectivity, in my opinion, can be proved to be a boon if utilized properly. This essay will elaborate on both views with plausible reasons and relevant examples.

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Being a celebrity such as a famous film star or sports personality brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?

Nowadays, achieving stardom is becoming everybody's dream, as it brings a lot of appreciation as well as prosperity to celebrities. However, there are plenty of issues, which are faced by these famous personalities. This essay is an attempt to evaluate, whether its advantages outweigh problems or not.

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Due to the influence of worldwide media such as television and computers, the gap between cultures is decreasing. The introduction of this global culture is a great benefit to the world. To what extent do you agree with this viewpoint?

It is no doubt true that technology has reduced the size of the world. To this effect, some are considering global culture has been beneficial to the continent. In my opinion, I totally disagree because it makes the place boring and the economy could be laid back.

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Technology is becoming progressively universal. In the fullness of time, classroom teachers will be totally substituted for technology. Do you agree or disagree?

In this present world, the usage of computers is constantly on the rise in all fields and formal education is no exceptions to this. Human teachers, in my opinion, cannot be replaced by any technical advancements. This essay will elaborate on the plausible reason to support this statement along with some relevant examples.

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In many countries today there are many highly qualified graduates without employment. What factors may have caused this situation and what, in your opinion, can/should be done about it?

Education awareness has already been spread around the world. However, is this enough for students to reach the zenith of success? Even many of these disciples from prestigious alma-mater do not have any job. This essay will elaborate firstly on its plausible causes and later on my proposed solutions will be highlighted.

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The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in towns and cities closing. Do you agree or disagree?

Although there is no doubt that “E-Commerce” technology is changing the business world rapidly. It is believed that traditional businesses are struggling to compete with the modern market trends, and soon will vanish from our surrounding. From my perspective, I completely agree with the model in terms of freedom of choice, and paradigm offered by Internet shopping than conventional shopping.

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Some people say that it is important to keep to our home and your workplace tidy, with everything organized and in the correct place. What is your opinion about this

It is argued that keeping a house or workplace neat and clean is essential and things should be in an organized way and at the correct places. This essay agrees with the statement because it can save time that people waste looking for things and it can influence mood and bring positivity around them.

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Artists need a certain amount of freedom to develop their creativity. Some people think that artists should have total freedom to express any thoughts and ideas. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Artists require some freedom to develop their creativity. Although some people opine that artists should be totally free to express any thoughts and ideas, however I fully agree with this opinion. Therefore, my inclination is justified in the ensuing paragraphs.

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All cars that burns fossil fuels should be banned and electric cars should replace them do you agree or disagree?

Environmental problems nowadays escalate and it has become a major concern to protect our planet from pollution. It has been argued that cars running on petroleum and gases should be banned and electric cars should be introduced. I completely agree with the given statement and my reasons are discussed in ensuring paragraphs.

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In the past, shopping was a routine domestic task. Many people nowadays regard it as a hobby. To what extent do you think this is a positive trend?

One of the endemic, harsh household duties for advance generations was going shopping; however, people now refer to such activity as a pastime. In my opinion, despite this bias may have some trivial drawbacks, the amount of its social benefits is noteworthy, in the modern lifestyle.

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Nowadays, there is a trend that the media focuses on problems and emergencies rather than positive developments. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree?

Nowadays, media agencies are more bent towards highlighting negative issues prevailing in the society rather than positive developments. This is becoming a highly controversial debate, as some people believe that airing only adversities impacts the civilization. I partially disagree with this view for several reasons outlined in greater detail in my essay.

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Once children start school, teachers have more influence than parents on their intellectual and social development. Do you agree or disagree?

It is said that, at the commencement of elementary learning, teachers have greater influence more than the parents on the intellectual as well as social development of the children. In my opinion, I strongly agree with this idea, and this essay will further discuss how children pay more attention to tutors because of the fear and respect also how persons assigned to teach pupils help to mould their characters while developing socially.

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Vaccinating children against preventable diseases is not only unnecessary but also dangerous. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Vaccinations are becoming increasingly unpopular with respect to their use in preventing diseases particularly in children. In addition, these people believe that vaccines are not required and have adverse effects on physical health. This essay will examine the effects of immunisations and focus on understanding the necessity of these vaccines during one’s formative years.

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Some say that sprots play an important role in society. Others, however, think that it is nothing more than a leisure activity. Discuss both view, and give your opinion.

It is a controversial issue as to whether sports are essential to the community, or, whether it is the best method of passing time. From my perspective, different types of games play a vital role in terrains as a whole rather than an entertaining task.

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In recent years children have been given more freedom than in the past. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

It is often argued that, in some countries of the globe, children nowadays do not have to shoulder responsibilities which their counterparts in previous generations had to bear. It is debated whether it has led to a good or adverse outcome in the children and society at large. In my opinion, this decreased responsibility for children has more merits than perils and over the course of the essay, I will try to give reasons for my opinion.

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Nowadays more and more people read news on the Internet. Nevertheless, newspapers will remain an important source of news and information for the majority of people. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

In recent years, digitization has become an integral part of our life, and it has impacted almost every aspect of our life including our reading habits. While an increasing number of people prefer to read online news, it has been argued that newspapers will remain the main source of news and information. I do not agree with this view. In my opinion, reading newspapers is a force of habit and in the future people will move to digital news.

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Question- Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Music, either vocal or instrumental, is an art widely present in several peoples across the world. Thanks to this, part of society argues that unique rhythms and lyrics can influence citizens who have diverse backgrounds and are part of distinct generations to become closer. From my perspective, the before mentioned notion is completely correct, and the following paragraphs explain the two fundamental reasons why music connects people.

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All cars that burn fossil fuels should be banned and electric cars should replace them. Do you agree or disagree?

It is an undeniable fact that carbon emission damaged Earth's atmosphere at a dangerous level. Although some people argue that vehicles running on gasoline products must be sacked immediately and addition of environmentally-friendly automobiles are vital for transportation. I disagree with the argument and believe that appropriate planning is mandatory before removal of petroleum cars.

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growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the health care system in an effort to The deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Obesity is one of the leading problems in which our society face, nowadays. There are many ways in finding a solution to decrease the number of people who experienced the effects of being overweight in our health condition. Physical education must emphasize in the curriculum to lessen this issue. This essay will explain why I totally agree.

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