Samples Band 8

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 8

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In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

The mode of transportation has always been a preferred choice of humans for travelling to their destinations. In some countries; however, it is often argued that it is crucial to spend money on building and new railway lines for fast trains between cities; while others think the sum should be spent on developing current available public transport. I personally agree with the latter. This essay will discuss both views and provide suitable reasons for my opinion.

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Some people say that art subjects such as music, drama and creative writing are an essential part of education, and every school should include them in its syllabus. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion and examples from your own experience.

Many people believe that art subjects should be regular contents of every school syllabus in spite of this, many schools still have art subjects categorised as optional. This essay will elaborate on this topic matter and provide my personal opinion as well.

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Childhood obesity is becoming a problem throughout the developed world. Because of this, some people think that adverts for fast food, sweets and sugary snacks should not be allowed in schools and colleges. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience.

In the developed countries, obesity in youngsters has increased at an alarming rate. Some people believe that advertisements for fast meals should be banned in academic institutions. I partially agree with this statement because a ban on adverts in educational places will not eradicate the eating habits of fast cuisine.

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Some people think that zoos are cruel and all the zoos should be closed. However, other people think that zoos are useful to protect the rare animals. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

There’s a common belief that zoos are protecting rare species when some argue that they are brutal and should be shut down. In this essay arguments both for and against, as well as my opinion, will be evaluated.

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Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.

Crime is an illegal action that is increasing at a higher rate and causing serious problems across the globe. However, some people believe that giving longer prison sentences can reduce violation, while, a section of society believes that there are some better ways to solve this. In this essay, both viewpoints will be taken into consideration and my opinion will be given in the conclusion.

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Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothing and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only thinks about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

Children nowadays are encouraged to make their own decisions on daily tasks, from tiny tasks like entertainment to essential matters like food and clothing. However, some people argue that this result in kids having the mindset of only thinking of themselves while other people believe that it is a great chance for them to learn how to make decisions on matters that affect them. In the following essay, I will discuss both of the above opinions, and give the reason why I personally think that allowing kids to make daily decisions is good for them.

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Some people think the newly built houses should be the same as the old houses in local areas. Others argue that local authorities should allow people to build houses in their own styles. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

While some people prefer individually tailored construction of their houses, others believe that it would be best to build all local houses similarly. In this essay, I will discuss both points of view. Personally, I support the opinion that houses should be the same as this proves to be more beneficial to the larger community.

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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?

Several highly qualified graduates are unemployed in several nations. This has been caused by the significant change the labour market has experienced during the last decade while institutions continued their teaching in the same way. Therefore radical reforms are needed to solve this critical issue.

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In the modern world, it is no longer necessary to use animals for food or animal products for clothing and medicine for example. Do you agree or disagree with this statement.

These days, when the population has been increasing gradually, it leads to the consumption of animal food that goes up to a large number fastly. Contrary to traditional ideas, the usage of animals products is unnecessary. In my opinion, I do agree that animal exploitation should be decreased or replaced to prevent altering the biological cycles because of the following reasons.

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Every year several languages die out. Some think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion .

Numerous languages die out each year. Some people believe that this does not have any importance because if there were fewer languages life would be easier. I agree with it because having fewer languages facilitates connections between people from different countries and make knowledge more accessible to people, and this essay is going to analyse and give reasoning to this view.

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Without capital punishment our lives are less secure and crimes of violence increase. Capital punishment is essential to control violence in society. To what context do you agree with this opinion?

In the past decade, violent crimes have been increasing. This leads many people to believe that the death fine is the only way to reduce criminal offences, while some people believe the opposite. I agree on the foremost view.

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Without capital punishment our lives are less secure and crimes of violence increase. Capital punishment is essential to control violence in society. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

In the past decade, violent crimes have been increasing. This leads many people to believe that the death penalty is the only way to reduce criminal offences, while some people believe the opposite. I agree on the foremost view.

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We are becoming increasingly dependent on computer-based technology. How do you think it will change in the future? Is it good for us to rely so much on computers? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It would be difficult to imagine life without computers. Over recent years ,in particular, their use and potential have grown at an incredible rate and I strongly believe that this growth will continue as more innovative ways to use them are developed. Although there are definitely some downsides to their use, I do believe the positives outweigh the negatives.

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Most artist earn low salaries and should therefore receive funding from the government in order for them to continue with their work. To what extent do you agree.

Art is a creative form of expression .It preserves and reflects the culture of a particular nation.Many artists follow their passion and continue to take up art as their career. However, unfortunately,most of them have less income. It is argued that artists should be monetarily supported by the government so that they can proceed further.I completely agree with this notion and the same shall be discussed in this essay.

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Some people think governments should spend money on faster means of public transport. However, others think money should be spent on other priorities (eg cost, environment). Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

There are conflicting views regarding whether the government should spend money on public transport or other emergent issues like social welfare costs and environmental protection. This essay will discuss both sides of the argument, followed by my perspective on this matter.

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Some people think that hobbies should be linked with technology, while others believes that it is not necessary for hobbies to be involved with technology. Discuss what is your opinion? Give reasons for your answer and give relevant examples from your experience.

Hobbies are an incredibly valuable and indispensable part of everyone’s life. However, it has been argued that modern technology should be linked with the hobby. I totally support the aforesaid notion because incorporating technology could raise more interest as well as it would enhance the quality of the hobby. This essay will elaborate on this topic in the upcoming paragraphs.

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Many people are afraid to leave their home because of crime. Some believe that more actions should be taken to prevent crime. While others feel that little action can be done to stop crime. What is your opinion?

The crime rate has increased significantly all around the world; consequently, it has created fear in the minds of people and they are now scared to leave their homes. There are conflicting views on whether actions can be taken to prevent crime or not? I believe a lot can be done to reduce the climbing rates of crime.

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In many countries, traditional customs are being lost Why would this happen? What do you think school and parent should do to keep these custom alive?

Culture is playing a significant role to pass on ethical and moral values from one generation to another generation. Therefore a fair amount of people believes these traditional things must be explained to the youngster and need to educate them on the same. I would like to express few points on why do we need to keep our custom alive and how can we keep this forever in modern society.

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In many countries people are moving away from rural areas and towards urban areas Why do you think that is What problems can cause this

Every year millions of people leave their homes from the countryside and migrate towards urban areas. The poor economic condition, fewer job opportunities make several people shift to those areas. The essay will discuss the reasons and highlight the drawbacks that they bring; however, in my opinion, the primary reason for relocation is less Development in rural areas.

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Many people believe children should begin learning a foreign language in primary school instead of secondary school. Do you think the advantages of learning a foreign language in primary school outweigh the disadvantages?

There has been a contentious argument over the suitable timing for children picking up another language. I am inclined to the view that the merits of non-native language studying at such a young age, namely during primary school outweigh its drawbacks.

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