Samples Band 9

IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 9

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Some people say that art (e.g. painting, music, poetry ...)can be made by everyone whereas others believe that it can only be made by those with special ability. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some experts opine that only god gifted has ability to perform the art, while, others believe that anybody can do this. I believe if a person is determined and focus they can do these activities. This essay will discuss both the arguments in details.

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Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's world, subject like Science and Technology are more important that History. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

The education in schools has taken the important role in social. There are some arguments that history subject is the most important, whereas some people realize of the science and technology. In my view, every student should learn both of them because there are both valid points which I will explain in this essay.

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

Due to the globalized world, people were certainly using a various mode of transportation. Some people perceive that the authority should have to use money on the railways not in a construction of a road. I strongly support this view as this mode provides a way of communication in a cost-effective manner. The essay will discuss above notion with arguments in below paragraphs.

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Some people think that newspapers are the best way to get news. However, others believe that they can get news better through other media platforms. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In the modern technological earth, some people think that media platforms are the best sources for reading news and articles. In the mean time a few others believe that conventional newspapers are the eminent sources, when it comes to news reading. In my opinion, using technological sources is the best way to get to know the information happening around us.

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Some people say that it is possible to tell a lot about a person’s culture and character from their choice of clothes. Do you agree or disagree?

In the contemporary world, many people have certainly given a more attention to their appearance. However, some people perceive that to recognise an individual’s tradition and identity would be by their dressing style. I strongly against this view as in the today’s world, most of the people attracted towards a western clothe; as they want to follow the latest trend. The essay will discuss above notion with arguments in the below paragraphs.

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News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. What factors do you think influence these decisions? Do we become used to bad news? Would it be better if more good news was reported? Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.

Nowadays, the majority of mass communication influences all generations of people, especially news that is in negative view. I strongly believe that there are various factors impact on their decision to decide which news should be broadcasted. In addition, positive news should be supported which I will explain in this essay.

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Some People say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or Disagree?

It has been an ongoing debate on the design of the curriculum of the school. Some people perceive that whether in most of the elementary school to the colleges which are giving focus on the theoretical knowledge, not enough on the practical skills. I strongly agree with this view, which having more theoretical exams. The essay will discuss above notion with arguments in the below paragraphs.

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The position of women in society has changed markedly in the last twenty years. Many of the problems young people now experience, such as juvenile delinquency, arise from the fact that many married women now work and are not at home to care for their children. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

In the past two decades, women empowerment enabled most of the women to join the work force in today’s labour market. Nowadays both men and women are having equal importance in recruitments and working in harmony. In my view, I totally agree that married women are no longer restricted to nursing their kids at home.

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Songs with violent lyrics make people more violent and should be banned. Do you agree or disagree

It is said that the music that has vicious content gives rise to aggressive behaviour that ought to be prohibited. I firmly believe that this phenomenon carries some demerit in terms of ethics and psychology. In the following paragraphs, a piece of evidence will be provided.

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Some People say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organized group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

The awareness regarding the children, nurturing has been drastically changed. This has led to a debatable issue, whereas some people perceive that parents should introduce the team activity, which helps in their development during their free time. However, others think that a juvenile can utilize their time by their own as per their interest. This essay will discuss my stance with arguments in the below paragraphs.

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Tests and examinations are a central feature of school systems in many countries. Do you think the educational benefits of testing outweigh any disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays, the performance of an individual is assessed by conducting periodical examinations and tests in all around the world. However, this methodology may not be the perfect way of determining the knowledge and skills of the students. In my opinion, I completely agree with this notion.

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Some think that ambition is a good quality. Is it important to be ambitious? Is it a positive or negative characteristic? To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is under question that ambitious is advantageous or not. Some people believe that it is a vital and beneficial personality while others hold an opposite view. In my opinion, an ambition that is positive or negative depend on the way people control it. This essay will focus and explain this issue.

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Schools are spending more time teaching traditional subjects such as history. Some people think they should rather spend more time in teaching skills that can help students find a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Schools are now focusing on teaching traditional subjects such as history than any other subject and some people argue that more time should be dedicated to teaching skills that will help the school children with job opportunities. In my opinion, I strongly agree that spending more school hours in impacting knowledge that will provide students with job opportunities is the best.

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Some people think that planting trees in open spaces in cities and towns is more important than building houses. to what extent do you agree or disagree?

One of the most conspicuous trends in today's world is planting trees. Some people believe that trees should be planted in and around the city. On the other hand, others argue that cities are for building homes not for plantation. As such, there are both merits and demerits for this trend. I agree that vegetation is essential for human existence and this essay will explain it in detail.

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Using a computer every day can have more negative than positive effects on your children. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

One of the most conspicuous trends in today's world is computer usage. Some people argue that excessive use of the computer can have more drawbacks than advantages. On the other hand, others believe that to cope up with changing trends early exposure to technology is needed in a rapidly changing information. As such, there are both merits and demerits for this trend. I agree that the pitfalls can overwhelm the potential benefits of this trend.

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Some people think high-end technology can prevent and cut down the rate of committing crime. Do you agree or disagree?

There is no doubt that technological advances have made our lives easier and comfortable. Therefore, some individuals believe that the use of state-of-the-art technology can help in checking crime rates too. I agree with the statement and will discuss about it in the essay.

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In some areas of the US, a curfew was imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to go out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompained by an adult. What is your opinion about this?

As the curfew is being imposed due to some emergency situations. Now, there has been some time restrictions allotted for the teenagers, especially during the night time for hanging out, unless they are safeguarded by the adults. In my opinion I completely agree with this welfare measure taken against youngsters safety.

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In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?

There has been an ongoing debate where to build an inhabitant for the people in the metropolis as having no space left in the urban areas. However, some people perceive that this land is available in the rural areas only which must be utilized for the agricultural and forest. This essay will discuss my stance with supporting arguments in the below paragraphs.

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Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

It is widely believed that successful sports persons make huge money than other people who are eminent in their respective fields. In my opinion I don't agree with this statement, it all depends upon your effort and determination.

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

Nowadays, many purchasing outlets have online platforms and thus, have led to an increase in the online shopping industry. Some people are of the opinion that this growth will result in the closing down of conventional shops in the cities. In my opinion, I agree with this perspective. This essay will discuss the reasons why I think the thriving of online shops will ultimately lead to the closure of walk-in shops.

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