Samples Band 8

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 8

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Some people argue that job satisfaction is more important than job security, while others believe that they cannot always expect job satisfaction and a permanent job is more important. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some make the pragmatic argument that in an uncertain job market, security ought to be valued over satisfaction. In my opinion, those with families cannot be reproached for this view, but it is generally more important to enjoy your job and spread goodwill.

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With a fast pace of modern life more and more people are dependent on fast foods as their main meals. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

The world gets modernized day by day, people start shifting to ready-made foods from traditional foods to cope with contemporary lifestyles. Consumption of junk foods has both pros and cons, which I shall discuss in this essay, however, I personally believe that the drawbacks of such practices outstrip the benefits.

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Some people think that having a set retirement age (e.g. 65 years) for everybody, regardless of occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workes deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. Do you agree or disagree? Which types of workers do you think should benefit from early retirement?

A standard age to conclude definitely the labour period (65 for example) is considered unfair for certain demographics of society, because they think that some profesions have the right to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. However, I do not agree with that, for the reason that the health has had several advances in the last two decades. Hence, a person with is 65 years still looks like very good and they can be a great help to the workplace.

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Some of the methods used in advertising are unethical and unacceptable in today's society. To what extent do you agree with this?

Nowadays, advertising has become common as more companies enter the market. Some believe that some of the choices used in advertising are incorrect and disagreed in modern society. I completely agree with this for a number of reasons and this essay will explain why.

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Team activities can teach more skills for life than those activities ,which are played alone .To what exteny do you agree or disagree .

Every incident in a person’s life can teach him something. Some people opine that group activities can teach you more lessons than the individual activities. I believe that each aspect has its own essence and both can be a progressive learning experience and myriads of things can be learned from both types of activities.

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Government should spend money on railways rather than roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

With the advent of modern high-speed trains, people argue that authorities should invest in railway lines instead of traditional roads. In my opinion, however, I take issue with this view because of the reasons below.

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Some people think that all teenagers should be required to do unpaid work in their free time to help the local community. They believe this would be benefit both the individual teenager and society as a whole. Do you agree or disagree ?

In some countries, many more people don't encourage teenagers to work without paying in their free time. However, some people believe that do unpaid work to help teenagers to investigate cognitive development. And I completely agree with this idea. They can get value experiences through social activity.

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Some people say smoking should be banned on public places. To what extent do u agree or disagree?

There is no doubt that smoking is injurious to health. While one can argue that, it is someone's choice to smoke, I completely agree that people should be careful who are they smoking in front of, and it should be prohibited in public areas.

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Government investment in the arts, such as music and theater, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

Most of he people argue that a proliferation of entertainment sources, which are invested by ministry, others claims the money should use to develop the public services, namely transportation, and revamp the historical places. I completely agree that investments should be useful to the public instead of leisure time activities.

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The crime rate nowadays is decreasing compared to the past due to advance technology which can prevent and solve crime. Do you agree or disagree?

It is undeniably true that there has been a tremendous development in the technology, nowadays. Some people think that this development has led to a fall in the rate of crime, while I argue that there has been no significant decrease in the criminal activities in the society, in fact they have risen enormously.

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Consumers are faced with increasing numbers of advertisements from competing companies. To what extent do you think are consumers influenced by advertisements? What measures can be taken to protect them?

Companies are spending more on marketing than ever before. With increasing competition, businesses are promoting their products aggressively. Therefore, I believe customers are getting influenced immensely. This essay will discuss the consumers' response by these advertisements and some solutions.

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In the past people wore their traditional cloths and followed their culture. These days most of them wear fashionable cloths and look similar. Do you think it is a positive or a negative development.

It is undeniable that the global phenomenon of modernization has a great impact on people's dressing style and preferences. However, the former were the days when people preferred the traditional attire of the country and adopt the cultural norms, but nowadays wearing a fashionable clothes is a priority of the people so that they all look alike. Although, I think that the trend of adopting fashion is a negative development, but its positive aspects could not be ignored.

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One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Due to the advancement and innovation of medical technology, medical equipment and medical care nowadays seems to be a priority in every nation. Some people, believe that it is beneficial and helps people live longer, while other commenters, affirmed that the disadvantages outweigh the advantages. The writer, agrees with the latter view and the reason will discuss below followed by a conclusion.

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Improvements in health, education and trade are essential for the development of poorer nations. However, the governments of richer nations should take more responsibility for helping the poorer nations in such areas. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

These days, our world has become a global village. Many developed nations are helping under developing countries through funds and experienced manpower in order to enhance their living standards. I completely agree with this notion that world economic powers should play a more vigilant role towards under privileged nations so that they can make progress in various fields of life.

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Some people feel that the design of newly constructed buildings in big cities should be controlled by governments. Others believe those who finance the construction of a building should be free to design it as they see fit. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

While a few people believe that the government must control the design of new buildings, many think that no restrictions should be imposed on the architecture of buildings that are fully funded by its owners. I agree with the latter thought as it is the prerogative of rightful individuals to construct buildings as it suits them.

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Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discuss both and give your opinion.

It goes without saying that the reduction or the extinction of plants and animals is one of the most important issues facing us today. While some people believe that nothing can be done to solve the negative impact of human activity on the wildlife, I agree that there are a lot of things that we can do to raise people's awareness of bringing about a change.

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The government should close companies that produce toxic waste materials without their own waste treatment facility in order to protect the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

These days, many individuals are concerned about the surrounding world, In this regard, there is an opinion that the authorities should shut down the number of companies, which are not willing to take action in order to preserve the environment. However, others feel that if these organizations are beneficial for the government budget, they should stay untouched.

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Human activity has had negative impact on plants and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

It is irrefutable that the activities of human beings have adverse effects on the flora and fauna across the globe. While some people believe that nothing can be done to ameliorate the situation, I would argue that situation can be improved if proper actions are taken.

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Some people think that public libraries are no longer important, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In this age of the internet, with cutting-edge technology in knowledge sharing, some believe that public libraries are redundant, while others oppose this idea. In my essay, I would discuss both the viewpoints and give my personal opinion.

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Nowadays, we are producing more and more rubbish. Why do you think this is happening? What can government do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced?

As urban populations soar, an increase in rubbish and littering tends to follow. To avoid the deterioration of city streets, some argue that local people they need to take responsibility, whereas others feel that it is the government that should be taking care of this. In my view, while I agree that the authorities do need to enforce certain rules and provide facilities, ultimately it is the residents who have to self-regulate and maintain their neighbourhoods.

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