It’s generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance, music and sport and others are not. However, it’s sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sportsperson or musician. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, many people believe that some people are born with certain talents,
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as singing, dancing, and sports.
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, others argue that these
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can be taught, and any child can become talented in a particular field.
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essay will discuss both sides, and I will argue that with the right education and proper training, anyone can become successful in any field. Many people believe that certain children are naturally talented and may require less training or guidance in certain areas. Some argue that these
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are inherited genetically;
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, children of skilled musicians or athletes may inherit similar
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.
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, they may become highly skilled in these fields even without extensive formal education.
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, talent can
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be developed through practice and guidance. Even if a child has no initial ability in music or sports, they can still succeed through consistent practice and instruction.
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, many famous athletes and musicians have achieved success through hard work and dedication rather than innate ability.
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shows that with commitment and proper training, anyone can develop skills at any age. In conclusion,
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some individuals may be born with natural
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and learn more quickly, anyone can develop their skills with consistent practice and proper guidance.
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, dedication and training are more important than innate talent in achieving success.

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development
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coherence
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task
Balance the two sides more evenly and state your view with clear reasons.
structure
Clear plan with opening, body, and conclusion
coherence
Good use of contrast words like however and for instance
content
Easy to read and mostly clear ideas
Word Count

IELTS says that you should write a minimum of 250 words in writing task 2. If you go under word count you will lose marks in task response.

A very long essay will not give you a higher band score.

Aim for between 260 to 290 words in writing task 2. This will ensure a concise essay and will be realistic in terms of time management. You have only 40 minutes to write the essay and you need around 10 minutes of planning time, so you will not be able to write a long essay in 30 minutes.

Topic Vocabulary:
  • Innate abilities
  • Natural aptitude
  • Nurture
  • Hard work and persistence
  • Training regimen
  • Skill acquisition
  • Cognitive development
  • Motivation
  • Socio-economic factors
  • Systematic practice
  • Neurological changes
  • Mindset
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