Samples Band 9

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 9

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Throughout history, people have dreamed of living in a perfect society, but they have not agreed on what an ideal society would be like. What do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world? How can people work towards achieving an ideal society?

Every individual tries to live in a society which is perfect in every aspect, but they are not aware of what a perfect environment is? In my opinion, honesty and a positive attitude among individuals are the key elements of an ideal community. Furthermore, the approach to achieve a perfect society to thrive is to follow the rules set by the government.

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In many countries schools have severe problems with student behaviour. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?

Nowadays, the education is considered as main teachings for students. In multiple states, the behaviours of attendants is not the professional with the staff in institutions. Since, the social contacts and the background create impact on students. In my opinion, modification in organisation’s policy may play a positive role.

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Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

These days, it is often believed that people are presented with greater number of options in life. I completely agree with this thought as advancements in technology and globalisation have allowed people to choose from a plethora of opportunities.

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Without capital punishments (the health penalty) our lives are less secure and crimes of violence increases. Capital punishment in essential to control violence in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

In this modernized world, the people are suffering from many challenges. This will lea to the rise in the criminal activities. Some people opine that the atrocity can be managed by involving a high amount of fine which helps to acquire the safety and peaceful life. 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 beneficial to travel abroad, but others think it is unnecessary because we have the internet and TV. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There has been much discussion on whether mass travel is still essential regarding the emerge on the Internet and TV. While some people might oppose to this idea, I am personally an advocate.

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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?

In today’s world, the life expectancy of a human being has been increased due to better health care and innovation in technology. Some people argue that retirement age should be altered because many people are living longer. But in my view, I believe that this move will bring more unemployment and lesser number of young brains to work force. This essay will discuss the scenario mentioned above.

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These days more fathers stay at home and take care of their children while mothers go out to work. What could be the reasons for this? Do you think it is a positive or a negative development?

A question many of us have to ask yourself whether the discrepancy between father and mother roles in ranging from work to family. I am inclined to believe that for the time being, father still needs to satisfy himself for the sacks of his own family members. Hardly can we deny that in the 21 century, women have acquired their rights in order to be equal as men, which they have never had before except raising their children.

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Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of cultures and ages together. To what extend do you agree and disagree

Undoubtedly, music plays an important role in bridging the gaps. While genres of piece different from person to person. From my point of view, I vigorously believed that melody can transcend national barriers and generations.

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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.

Certain people believe that the growing countries need financial aid, while others believe that a piece advice is needed. I strongly believe that practical help and advice is required by the establishing countries to implement better strategies from the developed countries experience, while developing countries can generate their own revenue from taxes. This essay will discuss on both the views and my opinion, followed by a reasoned conclusion.

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some people believe that the internet has brought people closer together by making world smaller. others disagree, claiming that the internet has made people and communities more isolated because they no longer need to leave home and interact with others. Discuss both the view and give your opinion.

Development of technology has changed human lives. The internet is one of the most innovative inventions of telecommunication. At the viewpoint, of some people, the internet has brought people closer, while others are of diverse opinion. Before presenting my view, I intend to examine both sides of the argument.

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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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