Samples Band 9

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 9

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Some people have the same type of job they do throughout their lifetime, while others prefer to change the type of job they do. Discuss both views and give your opinion

It is often thought by some people permanent activity is best for career progression, others think that with the help of temporary work most of the people can advance essential career experience in their life. In my opinion changing affair in different period gives a chance to increase our productivity. This essay will discuss both points of views.

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Some people think that developing countries need financial help from international organizations. Others think that it is practical aid and advice that is needed. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.

Human tend to have different thinking on one same situation, as some think its the financial help which is needed for developing countries from international organisations, while others are of the mindset of taking practical aid and advice from them. I am of the belief that its monetary help, which is more needed for a developing nation by the global associations. Both views will be discussed in this essay.

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Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female student in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

The term equality, equity and gender discrimination are the most concerned issues nowadays. Some people believe it is necessary that there should be an equal number of male and female students in every course, while others are against this idea. However, I completely disagree because there are certain subjects that are purely designed for male candidates, such as engineering.

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Universities should accept equal number of male and female student in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

The term equality, equity and gender discrimination are the most talkative issues over a few decades in all over the world. Many people in different societies argue that education is not mandatory for females. However, I completely disagree because there are certain subjects that are purely designed for male students, such as engineering.

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In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via the internet, and live without any face-to-face contact with others. Is it a positive or negative development in your opinion?

Nowadays, shopping, working and interacting with others through internet-based applications have become common over the world. In my opinion, this positive trend is because of various reasons related to convenience and effectiveness.

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Some people say that cooking food at home is a waste of time. They claim that good restaurants are better and can make modern living easier and less stressful. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

I disagree with the viewpoint that fast food makes our life easier and reduces the pressure. This essay will further explain how junk foods create more health problems and are more costly than the homemade cuisine.

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Countries with long average working hours are economically more successful than those countries which do not work long hours. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In this modern era, it is often believed that communities which spend more time in their workplace are more successful than short working hours countries in terms of economic development. In my opinion, long working hours are not sufficient to make a country economically strong. Hence, I completely disagree with this argument. This essay will briefly explain my views about the statement.

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Modern lifestyles mean that many parents have little time for their children. Many children suffer because they do not get as much attention from their parents as children did in the past. Do you agree or disagree?

In today's technological way of living, children hardly get time for their parents. Nowadays, parents are unable to provide enough attention to their children as they usually tend to give in the past. I partially agree with this notion and I will further explain it.

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Some people believe that children’s leisure activities must be educational, otherwise they are a waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant example from your experience.

Nowadays, people are becoming more aware about the tender’s nurturing. Some people perceive that the children must be involved in the educational activities during their spare times otherwise it wastes a large amount of time. I strongly support this view. The essay will discuss my stance with the arguments in below paragraphs.

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Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Unisex schools have always been a debatable issue. In the viewpoint of some people, educating boys and girls in integrated schools is more beneficial, while others are of diverse opinion. In my view, integrated schools are at an advantage, compared to gender specific ones. This essay will analyse both the views and provide a logical conclusion.

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

On this globe, there are many nations who are suffering from the many challenges. Some people opine that the developed nations must contribute their money in the development of the poor nation which can improvise health centres, the academic institute and the vertebrate start to follow the latest trend. I strongly support this view. The essay will discuss my stance with the arguments in below paragraphs.

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Some people think that paper money and coins will be replaced completely by credit cards and online method of payments in the near future. Do you agree or disagree with their statement?

It has been in a debate from very long duration regarding the replacement of fiat currency by electronic mediums like credit cards and other online methods. I strongly agree that the chances of that happening in the near future will be high. In this essay, I will put forward my argument, supporting my opinions and will expound in detail.

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Some people think that books should be stopped in school and that videos, films and computers should be used instead. To what extent do you agree?

The books are an essential part of the education system from last centuries, even though, technology brought up a plethora of lucrative stuff in every field, such as video, projectors, and online study board which is really helpful in terms of study, but still, we cannot replace the books with these things. In my opinion, I partially agree with the notion mentioned above that books should be replaced with videos and films. The essay will discuss both facets of a proposal with appropriate examples reaching a logical conclusion.

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In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on 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 own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

To begin, a few people believe it is compulsory to use a huge amount of money to construct new railway lines for rapid trains in order to link cities to each other, whereas, others are of the opinion that finances should be spent on the advancement of public vehicles that are currently available. In my opinion, I believe money should be dedicated to reform the existing public vehicles.

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Some universities offer online courses as an alternative to classes delivered on campus. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Nowadays, many online learning platforms have been well developed to replace traditional learning methods in some universities. In my opinion, this is a positive development because internet-based courses have some advantages in terms of efficiency and flexibility for students.

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Every country should have a free health service, even if this means that the latest medical treatments may not be available through the service because they are too expensive. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

Health should be the prime responsibility for the government in any nation, and the authority should provide free treatments for individuals. Every locality should have a cost less approach to cure diseases, even though it will not include the total worth of expensive treatments. In my opinion, I strongly agree with the aforementioned notion that medical facilities must be available to everyone because it is an essential right. The essay will discuss both facets of a proposal with appropriate examples and reaches a logical conclusion.

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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 view and give your own opinion.

It is true that the question of what is the most important environmental issues remain a source of controversy. While a number of people believe that the main problematic factor is the disappearance of particular wildlife, I would agree that there are more crucial environmental problems.

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Some people are fond of buying new gadgets, phones, or laptops. Is this a good or bad thing? Discuss your opinion.

In today's world of technological development, a new electronic gadget is introduced in the market every other hour. Some people love buying the latest devices, which is a positive thing in the viewpoint of some people, while others are of diverse opinion. In my view, owning the newest mobiles or computers, makes human life easier which is a favourable development. This essay will analyse both sides of the argument, while providing a logical conclusion.

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Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child's development while others think that it is important for children to go to school. Discuss the advantages of both methods and give your own opinion.

Education is an essential part of the child's initial development, parents at home and teachers at schools play a significant role in the amelioration. Some argue that teaching a kid at home is best way, but others, think that schools are necessary for them. In my opinion, an aforementioned views are partially right in terms of this fact even they are integrated. The essay will further discuss both facets of a proposal with appropriate examples and leads to a logical conclusion.

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Popular events like the football World cup and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

There are many festivals which are celebrated over the globe. This will lead to some of international sports competition and football World cup. However, some people opine that this type of activity helps to get the relief from the tension and represent their emotion for the nation easily. I strongly support this view. The essay will discuss my stance with the arguments in below paragraphs.

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