Some people believe that watching TV is good and makes life more enjoyable. Others, however, feel that it is a waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.

✨ Do you want to improve your IELTS writing?

Television

Use synonyms

has affected our

life

Suggestion

lives

considerably since its invention. It has created two opposite schools of thought on the ground of its serviceability. There is one who believes it to be a source of amusement and there are others who oppose

this

Linking Words

notion and consider it a waste of hours.

This

Linking Words

essay intends to discuss both the views and will reach to a subsequent conclusion why I consider the idiot box is a source of entertainment.

To begin

Linking Words

with, the advent of technology and globalization has made the

world materialistic

Accept comma addition

world, materialistic

and their schedules busy.

Consequently

Linking Words

, they hardly get any time for entertainment, but it is

television

Use synonyms

that is

Linking Words

there to make a change in their boring and hectic schedules.

For example

Linking Words

, there are countless entertaining programs with different genres like comedy, news, daily soaps and discoveries around the world.

Therefore

Linking Words

, it serves the purpose of all categories and

also

Linking Words

keeps the people updated with the happenings around the world.

On the other hand

Linking Words

, there are masses who believe that it makes time futile because people spend their time watching televisions and keep on

procrastinate

Suggestion

procrastinating

the crucial things. Thence,

this

Linking Words

brings instability in their decision making power and affects them physically and emotionally.

For instance

Linking Words

, addiction to

television

Use synonyms

becomes so

worse

Suggestion

bad

that they

some times

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

sometimes

end up being a couch potato.

Therefore

Linking Words

, making

television

Use synonyms

as an inseparable twin is

creates

Suggestion

creating

such

Linking Words

adverse effects that it lowers the productivity of the person. To conclude,

television

Use synonyms

always been

Accept comma addition

always, been

transmitting information in both audio and video format. I believe that viewing it for a certain limit can act as an entertainer and educator.

This

Linking Words

essay discussed how

positively

Suggestion

positive

it is acting as a stress-buster and

also

Linking Words

discussed that misuse can lead to sluggish life.

Thu Oct 10 2019

Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Writing9 with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

Use a variety of complex and simple sentences

You should use complex sentences in your writing, but it does not mean that you should try to make all of our sentences complex.

‘Complex’ sentences are not actually very complex; they are just two or more simple sentences put together. Putting them together makes the essay more coherent and cohesive.

Examples:

I really want to study but I’m too tired.

I wore a warm coat because the weather was cold.

If action is not taken soon on climate change, global warming will get worse.

Discover more tips in The Ultimate Guide to Get a Target Band Score of 7+ »— a book that's free for 🚀 Premium users.

10
Linking words
meeting the goal of 7 or more
1
Word repetition
meeting the goal of 3 or fewer
8
Grammar mistakes
detected issues

0123456789.0505

Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 6.0

Logical structure

Introduction & conclusion present

Supported main points

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 4.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 4.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 9.0

Complete response

Clear & comprehensive ideas

Relevant & specific examples

Appropriate word count

4 paragraphs

291 words

🚀 Prepare for IELTS writing section today!

Unlimited Task 1 & Task 2 checks
Practice with essays, charts, and letters.
Personalized suggestions & mistake analysis
Spot every mistake and boost your score.
Topic ideas & vocabulary helpers
Expand your ideas and use the right words.
Progress tracking
Watch your writing improve with every practice.

Topic Vocabulary:

relaxation
entertainment
unwind
diverse tastes
documentaries
educational programs
excessive
physical activity
social interaction
inappropriate content
selective
moderated
leisure time
pursuing hobbies
engaging
fulfilling
productive

What to do next:

Look at other essays:

5.5
band
Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.
Education is an inseparable part of every individual and influences diverse spheres of life. Recently, it has been a controversial issue whether studying other additional subjects in addition to their school curriculum is a good idea. This essay will discuss both viewpoints and reveal my orientation towards this statement.
4.5
band
Sources of electrocity in four countries 2003-2008
The pie charts compare the expenditures of electricity in four different countries in terms of 3 categories between 2003 and 2008.
7
band
In the past, people stored knowledge in books. Nowadays, people store knowledge on the internet. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
The concept of using books as a knowledge container was prevalent in the past, however, the shift to the internet nowadays is now viewed as an alternative to traditional books. While this development has admittedly drawbacks, I would contend that these are overshadowed by the benefits.
6
band
Families who send their children to private schools should not be required to pay taxes that support the state education system. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
There is a widely held view among people that parents who send their kids to their own schools should be free from paying taxes that improve the public education system. I totally disagree with this point of view for a couple of reasons from my perspective.
5
band
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctors. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
There has been an increasing trend where people rather seek for alternative medicine than visiting the professionals to deal with various health issues. In my view, I believe that this is a negative development due to these two reasons.

Some people believe that watching TV is good and makes life more enjoyable. Others, however, feel that it is a waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.

Use a variety of complex and simple sentences

Sources of electrocity in four countries 2003-2008

In the past, people stored knowledge in books. Nowadays, people store knowledge on the internet. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Families who send their children to private schools should not be required to pay taxes that support the state education system. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctors. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?