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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 8

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In the modern world, the image (photograph or film) is becoming a more powerful way of communicating than the written word. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In today’s world, photographing and filming are being favoured overwriting as a more powerful means of communication. Although such methods are fundamental, I disagree that they are predominating overwriting, as writing in itself is one of the most powerful methods of communication. This essay disagrees with the above statement.
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Some people think that libraries are a waste of resources and money, so computers should replace them. However, others do not agree. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

While some people argue that we should replace books with computers, others take the view that preserving libraries are more important. In my opinion, despite the convenience of computers in giving search results, libraries offered a different kind of experience in gaining the knowledge.
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The society would benefit from a ban on all forms of advertising because it serves no useful purpose, and can even be damaging. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, the question of whether or not it is more beneficial for the society to completely prohibit on all kinds of advertising has been receiving a great deal of public attention. Although this choice appears attractive, the disadvantages will be far more significant.
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Although more and more people read the news on the Internet, newspapers will remain the most important source of news. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that newspapers will still maintain its popularity as the most important source of news, despite the widespread use of the Internet nowadays. I completely disagree with this opinion as the majority of people today neglect newspapers and use the Internet instead.
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Individual actions have little effect on climate change. For this reason, worthwhile change can only be made at governmental level. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In recent years, it has become more and more obvious that climate change is real and that it is starting to affect our planet badly. Surely, if we continue to pollute the atmosphere with current levels of CO2, the consequences will be enormous. Clearly, the revolution must happen, but whose responsibility is it?
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Advertising is influencing people more and more. Is this a positive or a negative trend? Give your own opinion and examples.

Nowadays advertising has a lot of influence in society. I opine that it has adverse effects in the community, because when an individual is fascinated by seeing the advertisements and cannot resist buying the things which are unhealthy and it may deter the health of a human while others believe that it has a positive trend as well.
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Extreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

Some people believe that it is essential to prohibit people from engaging in risky sports, for example, skiing and sky diving. Although these sports are dangerous to some extent, I totally disagree with banning them as some people enjoy engaging in these activities.
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In some countries, secondary school aims to provide a general education across a range of subjects. In others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. Which do you think is appropriate in today’s world?

While secondary schools provide a wide range of teaching materials, in some other countries, learning specific subjects is more advocated. I personally believe that being a jack of all trades will be more beneficial in the future career compared to a focused education in the early age.
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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. Dicuss both the views and give your own opinion.

This is an ongoing debate between two different groups. Former group of individuals thinks that it is desirable to transfer a data in the technical, occupational and educational fields. On the other hand, latter view states that several important details should be shared without any limitations. Before giving my opinion, both views need to be critiqued with suitable examples in the forthcoming paragraphs.
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Throughout the history, people dream to build a perfect society while they haven’t agreed how the ideal society would be like. What is the most important element you think to make perfect society? How do people do to achieve an ideal society?

Since last few centuries, creating a perfect society has been a desire of many intellectuals, although they haven’t identified the character of an ideal society. This essay will discuss about the crucial elements to build an ideal society as well as the ways to get it in the following paragraphs.
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To solve the ever-increasing environmental hazards throughout the world, the best way is to increase the price of fuel. What is your opinion on the above assumption?

Nowadays, environmental pollution is the most trending issue among the nations and in order to solve the problem increasing the fuel prices is considered the perfect way. In my opinion, this is not an ideal approach, hence it’s not a permanent solution and it may also destabilize the financial situation of the middle class and the families living below the poverty line.
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Some people regard video games as harmless fun, or even as a useful educational tool. Others, however, believe that videos games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?

In this day and age, more and more contemporary attention has been placed on the phenomenon that many adults and particularly in children have been playing video games. While I accepted that these games have a few benefits of their provisions, but I strongly believe that the negative effects of these games are more adverse than the positive sides.
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Parents make best teachers. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Use specific examples and reasons to explain.

Although Parents may be a child's first teacher, but it would be very unfair to say that they remain best instructor as well. In my opinion, best lecturer should not necessarily be tagged with mother and father rather should be entitled to any individual who show the kid difference between right/wrong and good /bad. Therefore, I completely disagree with the statement that parents are children's best coach.
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In recent years, the structure of a family and the role of its members are gradually changing. What kinds of changes can occur? Do you think these changes are positive and negative?

With the advances in technology, it has immensely changed the way we live. Increasingly, families around the globe are becoming smaller and the duty of each member has been redefined, especially with increased equality between the men and women, in many modern societies. This essay will discuss the changes that can occur and why it is a good symbol.
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Shops should sell local foods instead of foreign foods. Do you agree/disagree?

Food consumption is pivotal in one’s life; hence, people must vehemently pay close attention to what they ingest. Lately, there has been a contentious argument on whether stores should embrace merchandising of indigenous cuisines in place of imported edible goods. In my own view, I agree that locally made foods should be sold in the marts. The reasons for my opinion would be discussed below.
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In recent years, the structure of a family and the role of its members are gradually changing. What kinds of changes can occur? Do you think these changes are positive and negative?

Nowadays, the altering of the structure of a family and the responsibility its members have been receiving a great deal of public attention. There are some important changes that have taken place and I believe that these changes would have both benefits and drawbacks.
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Some people think that instead of preventing climate change, we need to find a way to live with it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is thought by some people that we ought to live with climate change instead of trying to reverse or prevent it. I completely disagree with this as there is no way to coexist with climate change.
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Students these day love to go study abroad. Studying and living in a foreign country is a very beneficial thing to do. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons and examples from your own experience.

As the world advances and becomes smaller, children opt to go to foreign universities for completing their studies. This essay will discuss why spending time in a foreign land for their education is a very rewarding experience for the children.
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growing number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans. While others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including use for food and research. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Animals are often seen as the lower creatures and because of that, some group of people feel that they should be used to bring satisfaction to human needs. Meanwhile, other groups of individuals argue against it, that they have feelings as human beings. Therefore, they should be given the same rights as humans. In my own opinion, animals are created to serve people, thus, they should be employed to bring satisfaction to their various needs.
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Many people try to look younger than their actual age. What are the reasons people do this ? Do you think it is a good thing or a bad thing

Nowadays, an outer beauty places a significant role in the life of human beings. Although, these days most of people are trying to look younger than their real age through various cosmetic products and surgeries it affects them badly. This is will discuss the various causes behind this phenomenon including my opinion.
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