Samples Band 9

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 9

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It is argued that university student should study a full range of subjects, instead of some specific subjects? To what extend do you agree or disagree?

It is often argued that studying a variety of courses at the university is more beneficial than taking uniquely a few subjects . In my opinion, I completely disagree with this view and think that is specialized in some branch of knowledge can be the best way of education.

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To be successful in sport, some people think you have to be physically strong. Others say that mental strength is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In today's stressful behaviour, sports have an outstanding contribution to preserving a healthy and agile body. Many people say that being physically strong is essential, while numerous tend to increase mental energy. I have considered two aspects according to perception, and this upcoming essay will describe the importance of both strengths previously giving any final advice in this article.

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

Infrastructure development plays a vital role in the quality of life of citizens. It is thought by some that the government ought to invest more in rail networks than in road infrastructure. I entirely agree with this view from environmental and social perspectives.

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In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn. Discuss both sides of view and give your opinion.

In the present age, there has been much discussion revolving around the issue of whether the amount of income for some persons is extremely high in some countries. Many people believe that it is good for a nation, while others think that the government has a responsibility to control the earning outcomes of each individual. Personally, I am in favour of the latter view.

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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 statement?

Some people believe that the governments of wealthy countries should help the lesser developed nations in the advancement of sectors like health, education and commerce. Personally, I agree with this viewpoint and the following paragraphs shall outline my reasons for this belief.

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Some people believe that hobbies need to be difficult to be enjoyable. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There is no doubt that hobbies are chosen according to personal choices and likings. While some argue that they should be challenging to be pleasurable , others simply deny it. This essay tends to discuss both perspectives and I will explain why I believe that hobbies are for relaxation and enjoying free time rather than putting oneself under pressure-induced tasks.

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It is impossible to help all people in the world, so governments should only focus on people in their own countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There comes a statement that the Governments have to look after the public in their nations as it is hard to lend a hand to all the population on the Earth.Even though I see a point in it I cannot totally agree with the given idea.The aim of this essay is to elaborate on my opinion.

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Some say that because many people are living much longer, the age at which people retire from work should be raised considerably.To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is an irrefutable fact that over the last years, life expectancy has considerably grown thanks to advances in medicine and other aspects of human beings' lives. Thus, a segment of society believes that the retirement age should be extended. I personally do not agree with this notion. The following paragraphs will highlight my opinion with relevant examples.

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Some people think that developed countries have a higher responsibility to combat climate change than developing countries. Others believe that all countries should have the same responsibilities towards protecting the environment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In the present age, there has been much discussion revolving around the issue of whether in order to combat the climate change problem all regions have the same responsibility or it is more for the developed ones. Some people argue that developed communities play a more important role in environmental protection, while others assert that this responsibility is similar for all nations. Personally, I am in favour of the primary view.

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Some feel governments, rather than private companies, should be in charge of medical services. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Although some people claim governments should pay for the medical services to the population, others feel the opposite idea. Once society already contributed financially through taxes, I completely agree that expenses of health should be in charge by governments. This essay will discuss why private companies should not the responsible and I will explain my point of view in detail.

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Many people decide on a career path early in their lives and keep to it. This, they argue, leads to a more satisfying working life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Presently, there has been much discussion revolving around the issue of whether a specific career pathway early in the human lifespan will lead to a more satisfying professional life. Personally, I totally agree with this statement and I feel this way because of two reasons which I will explain in the following essay.

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modern form of communication such as email and messaging have reduced the amount of time people spend seeing their frieds. this has had a negative effect on their social lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In the present age, there has been much discussion revolving around the issue of whether sending emails and text messages has a negative impact on the individuals social life. Some believe that this kind of communication has reduced the time that people spend meeting each other. Personally, I totally disagree with that statement. I feel this way because of two reasons that I will explain in the following essay.

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Some people believe that teenagers should be required to do unpaid community work in their free time. This can benefit teenagers and the community as well. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is often argued that young people should participate in voluntary work in their leisure time because this may provide a positive impact on the youth and society . In my opinion , I completely agree with this view and think that there are many useful aspects to this approach .

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Caring for children is very important for our society. Therefore all mothers and fathers should take a child care training course. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

One of the crucial aspects of a community is safeguarding the kids.Hence, comes an opinion that parents must indulge themselves in going to the sessions related to baby care.I totally agree with the given notion,also, feel that they can learn the baby nurturing skills from elderly people.The aim of the essay is to elaborate on my viewpoint.

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Some people think that because children find subjects such as mathematics and philosophy difficult, they ought to be optional instead of compulsory. To what extent do you agree?

Although some people claim subjects like mathematics and philosophy should be optional to children due to their difficulty, they are essential and necessary to build a well-development adult full of knowledge and with perspectives to follow a career. With these thoughts, I completely disagree with the idea in which they ought to be optional. This essay will discuss why these themes should be practised by children and I will explain in detail my conception about this idea.

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There are severe social consequences to housing shortages in cities and only the government can solve these problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

At present, several countries have a serious social problem about a lack of residence in towns, and they believe only the administration can improve it. As for this statement, I totally agree with it because the government can operate the policy to expand jobs to rural areas, and They can develop countrysides to be more convenient to live in.

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It is expected that there will be a higher proportion of older people than that of young people in many countries in the future. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Nowadays, it is anticipated that in many countries, the future age ratio of the older community will exceed the percentage of the young community, the benefits and harms of which will be discussed in detail in a forthcoming article before I reach a final decision.

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Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems.Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In today's world, one fundamental problem is the one in regard to the environment. There is a debate, one group believes that the extinction of especial living organs is the most important matter, while others think there are other issues which are more significant. I agree with the second view.

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Today’s teenagers have more stressful lives than previous generations. Discuss this view and give your own opinion.

In the modern world, many people live throughout the stress and such tendency can not be joyful. Adolescents, in fact, are affected by adults who pressurize them so life becomes complicated. From my point of view, it is true, but some do not want to believe in it.

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Environmental protection is the responsibility of politicians not individuals as individuals can do too little. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

The given statement conveys that the duty of safeguarding the Earth's climate is to be performed only by the political leaders and is common man has no part in this as contributions by individuals are not that countable.I truly believe that Government leaders are more responsible for looking after the environment. However, every citizen is equally responsible when it comes to taking the steps to save the planet.

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