Life was better when technology was simpler. To what extent do you agree and disagree?
It is argued by some that life was more fulfilling when technology was less complex. I totally disagree with
this
statement because smartphones save us time and the internet
has improved education.
Mobile phones such
as i-phones have made our lives much less laborious and given us more free time. This
is because jobs that used to require a lot of energy and time,
now can be done at the touch of a button. Remove the comma
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For example
, if people wanted to communicate in the past, they had to write a letter and take it to the post office and wait for it to be delivered, whereas nowadays people can simply tap the email icon on our touch screen and send a message to whomever they want to communicate with within seconds.
The internet
has also
enriched our lives. In the past, pupils had to rely on a teacher and physical books but nowadays, people can find any information about their studies on the internet
. As a result
, they don't need to hire a tutor to help with their assignments. In other words
, students can get any information that helps them to be more intelligent and effective learners. For example
, there are many free apps on the internet
and videos on youTube available that assist students in their homework so they can learn from anywhere in the world.
In conclusion, this
essay argues that life has been greatly improved by technological advancements, particularly labour-saving phones and the learning opportunities provided by the internet
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Use cohesive linking words accurately and appropriately
Linking words are very important in your essay.
To score effectively on your IELTS exam, you should make an effort to implement short concise sentences coupled with linking words.
Almost every sentence in your essay should have a linking word of some sort.
In fact, the only sentences that can omit linking words are your background sentence and thesis.
Linking word examples:
- firstly
- secondly
- thirdly
- in additional
- moreover
- also
- for example
- for instance
- therefore
- however
- although
- even though
- despite