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Writing Samples
Band 5

Individuals can do nothing to improve the environment; only governments and large companies can make a difference. To what extent do agree or disagree?

The protection of
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environment
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the environment
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 plays a significant role in the natural world. It is,
therefore
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, not surprising to see how it has caused
a
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apply
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controversy among people about whether
people
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people's
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actions
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 cannot develop the
environment
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, and
only
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whether only
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corporations
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corporations'
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 and
governments
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governments'
government's
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actions
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 can make a huge difference. Some people firmly support their argument,
while
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 others adamantly object to it. I have solid reasons to agree with both of
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 which are a single
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person
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person's
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 power is not enough to improve and a single
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person
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 power can influence others.
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 with, supporters of
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 matter claim that
action
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the action
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 of
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the organization
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organization
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organizations
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 is a bedrock of
protection
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 of
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environment
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the environment
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. It
widely
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 believed that developing the
environment
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 is a long-term process and, it is only possible with a plan.
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, one reaction about climate
changes
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such
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 as decreasing plastic consumption cannot make a huge difference.
On the other hand
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,
budget
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the budget
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 of individuals impacts
this
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 issue. Meaning that
governments
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governments'
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 and corporations’
budget
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is
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are
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 regular and more organized.
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, the fundamental goal of some corporations is only about protection of
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environment
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the environment
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. In short, developing the qualification of environmental subjects
such
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 as agriculture is influenced not only
budget
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by budget
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,
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 but
also
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targets
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by targets
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. On the other flip side, opponents of
this
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 matter have totally different
view
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views
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 about
this
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 debate. They emphasize that individual
actions
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 can influence
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the decision
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decision
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decisions
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 of organizations.
This
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 is a quite satisfactory argument depending on
fact
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the fact
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 that a single
person
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maybe cannot
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may not
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 change the all situation but he/she can point out
about
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awareness
how
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of how
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 the
environment
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 has an integral part in life.
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, Greta Thunberg who is 13 years old
compains
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explains
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environment
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 right in the world and gives
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a speech
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 about
importance
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the importance
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 of
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environment
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the environment
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. She directly
effects
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affects
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 governments and international corporations’ opinions. It can be concluded that
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a logical
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logical
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 single
person
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criticize
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impact
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the impact
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action
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actions
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 of
organization
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an organization
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.
To sum up
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, there are limitless
way
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ways
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 to make a difference
about
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in
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 developing the
environment
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.
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, when everything is considered, I am inclined to believe that there should be a delicate balance between
individuals
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individual
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 and
organization
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organisational
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actions
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.

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task achievement
Your introduction sets the context well, but it would benefit from clearer thesis statements to outline the main ideas that will be discussed in the essay. Try to clearly state your position and briefly mention your main points.
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Your ideas sometimes lack depth and specifics. Make sure to provide detailed and clear arguments to support your claims. This will improve the clarity and comprehensiveness of your ideas.
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Some arguments are not fully developed. Ensure that each main point is accompanied by sufficient explanation and examples. For instance, your point about Greta Thunberg could be expanded to better illustrate how individuals can influence larger entities.
coherence cohesion
The essay's logical structure is generally good, but transitions between ideas and paragraphs could be smoother. Use linking words and phrases to improve flow and connection between ideas.
coherence cohesion
While you introduce and conclude the essay effectively, make sure that the body paragraphs are well-linked and each has a clear main idea. This would make the essay more coherent.
coherence cohesion
Your main points are relevant, but often they need more support. Strengthen your arguments by adding more relevant examples and explaining them clearly.
introduction conclusion
Your introduction provides a solid background and sets the context for the essay problem.
task achievement
You effectively present both sides of the argument, showing a balanced view of the topic.
introduction conclusion
Your conclusion successfully summarizes the main points and provides a balanced view on the topic.
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:
  • environmental awareness
  • sustainable practices
  • renewable energy
  • carbon footprint
  • waste reduction
  • conservation
  • ecosystem
  • pollution
  • climate change
  • responsibility
  • leadership
  • legislation
  • investment
  • collaboration
  • systemic change
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