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Band 3.5

Some people believe it is better to raise children in the city, while others consider the countryside to be a more suitable choice. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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It is argued that growing up in an urban area
are
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 more suitable for
children
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,
while
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 others believe that
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countryside
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the countryside
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 is more convenient. I strongly believe that urban introduce more facilities than other parts of the country.
Benefits
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 of raising
children
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 in
cities
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 include access to educational institutions,
healthcare
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a healthcare
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 system, and
sport
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 facilities. Urban environment offers a wide range of schooling options,
advanced
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 medical services that help improve
children
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’s well-being.
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,
cities
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 have many sports events, which can contribute to a child’s
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well-rounded
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 development.
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,
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countryside
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the countryside
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 provides
peaceful
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a peaceful
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 environment to
children
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 away from the
high speed
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 technology that
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 their mental and physical health.
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, living in
a
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countryside
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allow
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allows
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children
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 to discover
the
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apply
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nature and
give
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gives
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 them the chance to stay away from electronic devices and
high speed
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 life, which has
bad
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a bad
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 influence on their
personalities
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personality
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 development. In my opinion, it is better to live in large
cities
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 because more options will be given.
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, interaction with cultures contributes to developing an open mentality.
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, living in
cities
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have
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the advantages
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advantages
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advantage
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 of offering more
option
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options
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to raise
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for raising
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children
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.
Although
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,
countryside
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 expose
children
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 to more natural life.

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task achievement
To further improve, try to delve deeper into the nuances of your arguments, providing more distinct specifics that showcase a variety of perspectives.
coherence & cohesion
Make sure to create a clear distinction between paragraphs, ensuring your essay flows naturally from one idea to the next. Use cohesive devices appropriately.
task achievement
You have effectively discussed both sides of the argument and clearly stated your own opinion, which meets the task response requirement very well.
coherence & cohesion
You've maintained a logically structured response throughout, with a clear introduction, body paragraphs discussing each view, and a conclusion, which aids in clarity and understanding.

Fully explain your ideas

To get an excellent score in the IELTS Task 2 writing section, one of the easiest and most effective tips is structuring your writing in the most solid format. A great argument essay structure may be divided to four paragraphs, in which comprises of four sentences (excluding the conclusion paragraph, which comprises of three sentences).

For we to consider an essay structure a great one, it should be looking like this:

  • Paragraph 1 - Introduction
    • Sentence 1 - Background statement
    • Sentence 2 - Detailed background statement
    • Sentence 3 - Thesis
    • Sentence 4 - Outline sentence
  • Paragraph 2 - First supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 3 - Second supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 4 - Conclusion
    • Sentence 1 - Summary
    • Sentence 2 - Restatement of thesis
    • Sentence 3 - Prediction or recommendation

Our recommended essay structure above comprises of fifteen (15) sentences, which will make your essay approximately 250 to 275 words.

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • urban environment
  • rural area
  • extracurricular activities
  • well-rounded development
  • advanced medical facilities
  • peaceful
  • less pollution
  • access to nature
  • community feel
  • foster a sense of belonging
  • natural surroundings
  • outdoor activities
  • healthy lifestyle
  • cultural richness
  • wholesome upbringing
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