Samples Band 9

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 9

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Most artists 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?

It is argued that as artist receive a low pay scale and they should be provided with state funds, to preserve their interest. I strongly disagree with the statement because; firstly, the government has other sectors to improve. Secondly, the essay will discuss the way of increasing the income of the art creators.

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Shops should sell local foods instead of foreign foods. Do you agree/disagree?

It is true that it is important to maintain local traditions and customs. However, when it comes to what shops should sell, I do not agree with the idea that stores should only sell local foods. This essay will present arguments to explain why I believe both local and foreign meals should be sold by stores.

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With the increase in computer use, many people feel that school do not need to put the emphasis that they used to on basic handwriting skills or mathematics skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is often believed that with the excessive usage of computers in the student's life, the educational institution may ignore the basic skills of logical mathematics and handwriting which was compulsory for children in the previous days. I completely disagree with the statement and would elaborate on the views in the upcoming paragraphs.

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Some people think certain prisoners should be made to do unpaid community work instead of being put behind bars. To what extend do you agree?

In recent years, the tendency to redesign existing types of penalties has seen a gradual long-term increase. Some people believe that it would be a more effective approach to assign some unpaid social work to criminals as punishment for their crime. I totally agree with this statement and the following essay will examine why this is a more valid measure for offenders than imprisonment.

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In the past, the role of a teacher was to provide information. Today, students have access to a lot of information. There is, therefore, no role for teacher in modern education. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays due to advent of technology like: the internet, people believe that their children have an access to everything they need to study,as per which they do not need any teacher, however, I partially differ in this statement. This essay shall present both the sides along with relevant examples.

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Nowadays getting a job is becoming harder in poor countries leading to a rise in unemployment. Some people believe that pupils should only be allowed to access primary education while others believe that secondary education is necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Increasing population has become a major problem resulting in unemployment in many sectors of developing and under-developed countries. Higher Studies is a need of an hour but some people still think that primary education would suffice. I agree with the former view which would be discussed in my essay.

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Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

A percentage of the population believes that youngsters can focus on the fields they like most while others argue that they must give importance to the courses like engineering, software that will be fruitful to them for their upcoming life. Although it is true that those studies provide guaranteed employment, my opinion is inclined towards pursuing favourite topics. This essay looks into both the views in terms of motivational factors and job opportunity.

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Exams are the best way of assessing a student’s level. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is true that the majority of students do not feel comfortable in doing exams or tests to assess their knowledge about a subject. However, I believe those evaluations are appropriate in order to evaluate a student. This essay will present arguments to support my opinion.

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In modern society, some people argue that schools become unnecessary as student can study at home via the Internet. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, it has become common to get an education online. In this contemporary era, some individuals argue that studying in conventional schools is not significant and opine that studying online at home is the need of this century. I completely disagree with this notion and, I would explain the reasons for my opinion in this essay.

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

Modern life has drastically altered people's attitude to leisure activities. There is an opinion that a person can satisfy his hobby only in case he faces complications. I partially agree with this statement, and the following essay will explain my point of view.

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Society is based on rules and laws. It could not function if individuals were free to do whatever they wanted to do. To what extent do you agree or not?

It is generally understood that society is based on rules and laws. However, others opine that society could still operate properly even if its members have the right to do anything they desired. I completely disagree with that view.

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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?

It is argued that online shipping has an impact on small shop vendors that may cause to shut down their business. However, I completely disagree with this statement, and this essay will discuss how local shopkeepers take advantage of instant product delivery and suggest that all people do not trust products sold online.

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Employers should give longer holidays to employees to encourage them to do their job well. Do you agree?

There is a common belief that companies should make vacations longer for their workers. In this essay, I will explain the reasons for my opinion.

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Some people think that resources should be spent on protecting wild animals, while others think those would be better used for the human population. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

People have contrasting views, whether it would be better to expend budget for conserving wild creatures or human progress. In my opinion, expenditure should be made on the basis of demand; however, both views will be discussed in the essay.

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Many people like to wear fashionable clothes. Why do you think this is the case ? Is this a good thing or a bad thing ?

Folks prefer to get on nifty costumes to show up their beauty so that they can get a privilege to the people. The foremost reason for this is to be popular and famous to the persons so that they can get mental satisfaction. From my perspective, this is not a good thing at all.

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

Railways deserve more expenditure instead of the roads by the governments. I give my vote in the support of trains because travelling through these are faster, secure, fun, and cost-efficient rather than on highways. So, spending on the railway will be profitable in the long run for both the public and the administration.

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Nowadays for many people the Internet is replacing regular books. What do you think will happen in the future and what is your opinion?

According to some people, the internet and connected devices are taking place of traditional books. This essay will discuss what could be expected for the future and also provide arguments to support why I believe this is a positive change.

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Write about the following topic: Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Numerous characters deem it is more righteous to incite challenges between students; in contrast, certain groups of people oppose and affirm learning to work as a team with each other is a more valuable skill than the former one in becoming respected individuals in the future. In this essay, I will discuss, firstly, why competition is essential for kids, and secondly, the merit of improving soft skills, followed by a reasoned conclusion.

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In many countries around the world young people decide to leave their parents home once they finish school. They start living on their own or share a home with friends. Some people think it is a positive thing. Do you agree or disagree?

In some states, young persons start to live individually instead of living with their family when they turned adult. Some people opine that it brings some advantages; nevertheless, I think, though such a trend has some pros, it is better to stay with the origin.

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Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country.  Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

As globalization prevails and more nations are achieving many advancements, more pressure is put on nations to keep up with their neighbouring countries’ development. While some governments devote most of their attention towards economic development, some citizens might argue that progress in other areas is equally important. This essay will discuss why both views have merits and why I believe the latter opinion is superior.

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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 9

Most artists 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?

Shops should sell local foods instead of foreign foods. Do you agree/disagree?

Essentional vocabulary list for IELTS Writing 7+

With the increase in computer use, many people feel that school do not need to put the emphasis that they used to on basic handwriting skills or mathematics skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think certain prisoners should be made to do unpaid community work instead of being put behind bars. To what extend do you agree?

In the past, the role of a teacher was to provide information. Today, students have access to a lot of information. There is, therefore, no role for teacher in modern education. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays getting a job is becoming harder in poor countries leading to a rise in unemployment. Some people believe that pupils should only be allowed to access primary education while others believe that secondary education is necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

Exams are the best way of assessing a student’s level. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In modern society, some people argue that schools become unnecessary as student can study at home via the Internet. Do you agree or disagree?

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

Society is based on rules and laws. It could not function if individuals were free to do whatever they wanted to do. To what extent do you agree or not?

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

Employers should give longer holidays to employees to encourage them to do their job well. Do you agree?

Some people think that resources should be spent on protecting wild animals, while others think those would be better used for the human population. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Many people like to wear fashionable clothes. Why do you think this is the case ? Is this a good thing or a bad thing ?

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

Nowadays for many people the Internet is replacing regular books. What do you think will happen in the future and what is your opinion?

In many countries around the world young people decide to leave their parents home once they finish school. They start living on their own or share a home with friends. Some people think it is a positive thing. Do you agree or disagree?

Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country.  Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.