05 Evaluate an Argument Essay (Sample Topics)

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Evaluate an argument Essay: Sample Topics

You should spend 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

In today’s job market it is far more important to have practical skills than theoretical

knowledge. In the future, job applicants may not need any formal qualifications.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or

experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Cambridge Vocabulary for IELTS)

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Whoever controls the media also controls opinions and attitudes of the people and there

is little that can be done to rectify this.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Cambridge Vocabulary for IELTS)

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Children can be adversely affected by the influence of television.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Cambridge Grammar for IELTS)





The camera has changed the way we look at the world and the way that we celebrate

special occasions.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Cambridge Grammar for IELTS)

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Smokers can cause themselves serious health problems. The choice to smoke is made

freely and with knowledge of the dangers. Smokers should therefore expect to pay more

for medical treatment than non-smokers.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Focusing on IELTS General Training Practice Tests)

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It is inevitable that as technology develops so traditional culture must be lost. Technology

and tradition are incompatible – you cannot have both together.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Focusing on IELTS Reading and Writing Skills)





Due to the influence of world-wide media such as television and computers, the gap

between cultures is narrowing. The introduction of this ‘global culture’ is of great benefit

to the world.



experience.


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The quality of health care a person receives should not depend on the size of their bank

balance. The government is responsible for providing a high level of health care for all its

citizens.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Preparation and Practice)

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If countries are serious about solving traffic problems, they should tax private cars very

heavily and use the money to provide free or very cheap rail travel.



experience.






Women will play an increasingly important role in the workplace of the future.



experience.


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Learning a foreign language offers an insight into how people from other cultures think

and see the world. The teaching of a foreign language should be compulsory at all primary

schools.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Step Up to IELTS)

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Modern lifestyles mean that many parents have little time for their children. Many

children suffer because they do not get as much attention from their parents as children

did in the past.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Instant IELTS)





People nowadays work hard to buy more things. This has made our lives generally more

comfortable but many traditional values and customs have been lost and this is a pity.



experience.


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In most countries multilingual companies and their products are becoming more and more

important. This trend is seriously damaging our quality of life.



experience.


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In many countries television shows many foreign-made programs. The dominance of

imported entertainment is harmful to the cultures of these countries.



experience.






Governments make rules to protect people from danger, for example by making people

wear seat belts in cars or not allowing smoking in public buildings. However, many people

believe that there are too many rules.



experience.


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Parents and teachers make many rules for children to encourage good behavior and to

protect them from danger. However, children would benefit from fewer rules and greater

freedom.



experience.


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In some countries it is common for students leaving school to do a gap year in which they

travel, do voluntary work, or do a job before going on to higher education. Although this

may benefit students in a number of ways, it also has a number of disadvantages.



experience.






More and more fathers are taking a break from their careers so that they can stay home

and take care of their children while their wives work. This is better for the family than

having both parents work full-time.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Barron’s IELTS)

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Art museums should support themselves mainly by charging admission and by receiving

donations from private individuals who are interested in art. That is, museums should

receive most of their support from the people who are interested in using them, and not

from public funds.



experience.


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Families who do not send their children to government-financed schools should not be

required to pay taxes that support universal education.



experience.






By punishing murderers with the death penalty, society is also guilty of committing

murder. Therefore, life in prison is a better punishment for murderers.



experience.


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Some people think that the government should provide unemployed people with a free

mobile phone and free access to the Internet to help them find jobs.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?


experience.


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Some people are concerned that children spend too much time on computers – playing

games, chatting and watching videos. But all this time is actually good preparation for

children, who will have to spend many hours working on computers throughout their

education and their working lives.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Kaplan IELTS)





Most developed countries spend a large proportion of their health budgets on expensive

medical technology and procedures. This money should be spent instead on health

education to keep people well.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS on Track Academic)

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Because of the pressure of new subjects such as business studies, many schools have

dropped sport or physical education (PE) from the curriculum.

How important is sport or PE in a young person’s education?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS on Track Academic)

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In many countries today, the eating habits and lifestyles of children are different from

those of previous generations. Some people say this has had a negative effect on their

health.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Masterclass)





In some societies it is increasingly common to try to achieve good health and fitness

through physically demanding sports, special diets, or preventive medicine – conventional

or alternative. Some people, however, believe that the best way to stay fit and healthy is

simply to lead a normal life.



experience.


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Rapid technological change has shaped the world we live in today. Far from having a

positive influence, living in a high-tech world dependent on computers and mobile devices

has distanced us from what is really important in life.

How far do you agree?


experience.


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The trend towards smaller family units and households is a positive development.



experience.






Society advances most when people break from the traditions of their predecessors.



experience.


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The desire for higher status or greater wealth than others is what motivates most people

to succeed in the world.



experience.


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Museums often contain objects of great value from ancient civilizations around the world.

Some people say these items should be returned to their countries of origin.



experience.






A second language is regarded as essential to success in the modern world. It should be

compulsory for all children to study a second language as soon as they start school.



experience.


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The world is consuming natural resources faster than they can be renewed. Therefore, it is

important that products are made to last. Governments should discourage people from

constantly buying more up-to-date or fashionable products.



experience.


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The only way to reduce the amount of traffic in cities today is by reducing the need for

people to travel from home to work, education or shopping.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Practice Tests Plus 2)





The exploration and development of safe alternatives to fossil fuels should be the most

important global priority today.



experience.


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Charges for entrance to museums is seen by many as a tax on education.

How far do you agree or disagree with this statement?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: A book for IELTS)

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People generally believe that knowledge is power, but rather it is the ability to manipulate

knowledge not knowledge itself.



experience.






A growing number of people feel animals should have the same rights as humans. Others

feel that humans must always come first and accuse animal rights activities of being

overly sentimental.

How far do you agree or disagree?


experience.


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Some people are of the opinion that media like the press, television, and the Internet

should be more strictly controlled. Others feel that the controls should be loosened to

give people freer access to information.

How far do you agree with loosening the controls?


experience.


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Euthanasia, or mercy killing, has been in the news more and more recently. Many people

are strongly against such a practice, but there is a growing demand to have it legalized.

How far do you agree with euthanasia being made legal?


experience.






In the past, shopping was a routine domestic task. Many people nowadays regard it as a

hobby.

To what extent do you think this is a positive trend?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Trainer)

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In some countries it is thought advisable that children begin formal education at four

years old, while in others they do not have to start school until they are seven or eight.

How far do you agree with either of these views?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Trainer)

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In today’s world, the dominance of global product brands is increasingly threatening our

identity as individuals.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Objective IELTS Advanced Workbook)





Email and text messaging have transformed communication, but they are seriously

threatening the status of written language.



experience.


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Due to the success of convenience food and ready-made meals, we are failing to pass on

adequate culinary skills to the next generation.



experience.


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People face far greater risks in our modern way of life than they did in the past.



experience.






Job satisfaction is far less important than job security in the modern workplace.



experience.


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To get a good job today, it is more important for children to study mathematics and

foreign languages than art and music.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Objective IELTS Intermediate Workbook)

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Governments should make more effort to promote alternative sources of energy.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Objective IELTS Intermediate Workbook)





Only formal examinations, written or practical, can give a clear picture of students’ true

knowledge and ability at university level. Continuous assessment like course work and

projects are poor measures of student ability.

How far do you agree or disagree with this latter statement?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Academic Writing Practice for IELTS)

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Trees are essential for the existence of the human race as they provide the oxygen that

we need to survive. Yet, daily all around the globe areas of woodland are being destroyed.

Many people feel that they as individuals can do nothing and that only governments and

large companies can halt the destruction.

How far do you agree or disagree with this?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Academic Writing Practice for IELTS)

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In some countries children have very strict rules of behavior, in other countries they are

allowed to do almost anything they want.

To what extent should children have to follow rules?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: The New Prepare for IELTS General Training Modules)





Recent figures show an increase in violent crime among youngsters under the age of 18.

Some psychologists claim that the basic reason for this is that children these days are not

getting the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS for Academic Purposes: 6 Practice Tests)

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Many people say that the only way to guarantee getting a good job is to complete a

course of university education. Others claim that it is better to start work after school and

gain experience in the world of work.



experience.


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As mass communication and transport continue to grow, societies are becoming more and

more alike leading to a phenomenon known as globalization. Some people feel that

globalization will inevitably lead to the total loss of cultural identity.



experience.






Nowadays more people are choosing to live with friends or alone rather than live with

their families. This trend is likely to have a negative impact on communities.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Achieve IELTS Practice Test Book)

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The Internet has transformed lives and economies but it is turning the world into a global

village. Soon everybody will think and behave in the same way.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Achieve IELTS Practice Test Book)

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It is important to ensure that children with a wide range of abilities and from a variety of

social background mix with each other at school.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Official IELTS Practice Materials 2)





In the last 20 years, the assessment of students has undergone major transformation.

Many educational institutions no longer use formal examinations as a means of

assessment as they believe formal examination results are an unfair indication of a

student’s ability.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS to success)

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Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it

may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home because of the difficulties a

student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS to success)

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Television is dangerous because it destroys family life and any sense of community;

instead of visiting people or talking with our family we just watch television.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Official IELTS Practice Materials)





Students should pay the full cost of their own university studies, rather than have free

higher education provided by the state.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Oxford IELTS Practice Tests)

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Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise, pollution and airport construction. One

reason for this is the growth in low-cost passenger flights, often to holiday destinations.

Some people say that governments should try to reduce air traffic by taxing it more

heavily.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Oxford IELTS Practice Tests)

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Governments often spend large sums of money on spectacular displays to celebrate

national events of significance. This money could be better spent on improving social

conditions in the country.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Preparation and Practice: Practice Tests)





In recent times, police and security forces have used considerable physical force against

demonstrators for peace and environmental issues.

To what extent do you believe such force is justified?


experience.


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Everybody should be allowed admission to university study programs regardless of their

level of academic ability.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Barron’s IELTS Practice Exams)

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Because of the busy pace of modern life, many children spend most of their time indoors

and have little exposure to the natural world.

How important is it for children to learn to understand and appreciate nature?


experience.






All children should study a foreign language in school, starting in the earliest grades.



experience.


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Life now is better than it was 100 years ago.



experience.


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The use of cell phones (mobile phones) has grown rapidly in the past few years. People

use them for both business and personal reasons.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of the widespread use of cell phones (mobile

phones)?


experience.






Advances in technology have meant that machines are increasingly used to do jobs that

were previously done by humans. The benefits far outweigh the disadvantages.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Ready for IELTS Workbook)

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In the future, written exams will no longer exist. Instead, people will only learn practical

skills.



experience.


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The most valuable skills learned are practical, rather than the ones we learn while in

education.



experience.






Advertising is made more and more appealing to the general public nowadays. However

beautiful it is, it serves no useful purpose and encourages people to spend too much

money on things they do not really need.



experience.


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Children should not be encouraged to learn about the arts. Time in school should be

purely devoted to academic subjects like language and math.



experience.


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Too much emphasis is placed on testing these days. The need t prepare for tests and

examinations is a restriction on teachers and also exerts unnecessary pressure on young

learners.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Focus on IELTS New Edition)





Advances in science and technology and other areas of society in the last 100 years have

transformed the way we live as well as postponing the day we die. There is no better time

to be alive than now.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Focus on IELTS New Edition)

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Recycling is now an essential measure: it is time for everyone in society to become more

responsible towards the environment.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Objective IELTS Advanced Self-study Student’s Book)

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There are fewer and fewer employment opportunities for graduates entering the job

market and this will have serious implications for higher education.



experience.






Television cannot replace the books as a learning tool, which is why children are less well

educated today.



experience.


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Modern technology is changing our world. This has advantages such as bringing people

closer through communication. It also has disadvantages such as destroying the

differences between cultures.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Achieve IELTS 2: Student’s Book Upper Intermediate – Advanced)

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The Internet has transformed our lives. While it has brought many benefits, it has also led

to deterioration in our ability to communicate with our family and friends.



experience.






Technology today is transforming the way people work and the way companies do

business. Workers, and graduates in particular, in all areas of life need to be able to use

this technology.



experience.


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At school greater emphasis should be placed on an appreciation of the built as well as the

natural environment.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Ready for IELTS Coursebook)

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Employers should ensure that there are equal numbers of males and females in

managerial posts in companies.



experience.






Education is the only means to improve the social and psychological well-being of people.



experience.


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Teaching children and young people how to behave is the responsibility of parents, not

school or the government.



experience.


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It is more important for governments to ensure adequate standards of housing, education

and health care for their citizens by developing the industrial base than to use their

resources to develop the rural areas.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: How to Prepare for IELTS: British Council)





The age of Information Technology has taken a lot of people by surprise.

While it has become a way of life for some, others know very little about it and may be

unlikely to learn. Eventually we will have a polarized society and this will lead to serious

social problems.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Insight into IELTS Student’s Book)

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Some people believe that unpaid community service should be compulsory part of high

school programs (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or

teaching sports to young children).



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Cambridge IELTS 9)

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Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important

because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Cambridge IELTS 9)





A government’s role is only to provide defense capabilities and urban infrastructure

(roads, water supplies, etc.). All other services (education, health, social security) should

be provided by private groups or individuals in the community.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: The New Prepare for IELTS Academic Modules)

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People who have original ideas (e.g. people who invent or discover things) are of greater

value to society than people who are simply able to copy the ideas of others well.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: New Insight into IELTS Workbook)

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Many young people today have their own mobile phones and believe it is essential to

their lives.

Other people dislike mobile phones and think that they are both a nuisance and an

unnecessary luxury item.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with these two points of view?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: New Insight into IELTS Workbook)





Doing voluntary work is far better for the volunteer than the community.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: McGraw-Hill’s IELTS: 5 Practice Tests)

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The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world spends numerous government

expenditures. This money should be used in new housing and road development.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: www.Jeffery-IELTS Blog)

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The tendency of human race copying each other is shown in the popularity of fashion in

clothes and other consumer products.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: www.Jeffery-IELTS Blog)

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Employers should pay young people the same salary as older colleagues doing the same

job.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Improve Your IELTS Writing Skills)

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The money spent on space research has brought enormous benefits to mankind, but it

could be more usefully applied.



experience.


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Emails are the most valuable tool for communication in the twenty-first century.



experience.






The current interest in famous people’s private lives has negative effects both for those

people and for society as a whole. Newspapers should not be allowed to publish details of

people’s private lives unless it is clearly in the public interest.



experience.


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Too much emphasis is put on earning money rather than looking for a good quality of life.



experience.


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Individuals can do nothing to change society. Any new developments can only be brought

about by governments and large institutions.

How far do you agree or disagree?


experience.






Some people feel that education should be provided exclusively by the state, and that

private education should be prohibited.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Resource Pack)

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Although tourism is a very profitable business, it can have a damaging effect on local

communities.



experience.


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Workers in public services such as education and health-care are undervalued and

underpaid, while others such as footballers, actors and company directors can earn a

great deal more, yet contribute much less to society.



experience.






International sporting events such as the Olympic Games and the Football World Cup

provide an outlet for patriotic feelings, and help reduce international tensions.



experience.


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It is better to eat food which is produced locally by small farmers, rather than food

produced by ‘factory farming’ and transported long distances.



experience.


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‘Failure is proof that the desire wasn’t strong enough.’

To what extent do you agree with this statement?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Practice Test Plus)





Popular hobbies and interests change over time and are more a reflection of trends and

fashions than an indication of what individuals really want to do in their spare time.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Practice Tests Plus)

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Modern technology now allows rapid and uncontrolled access to and exchange of

information. Far from being beneficial, this is a danger to our societies.

What do you think?


experience.


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As computers are being used more and more in education, there will soon be no role for

the teacher in the classroom.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Handbook 2007)





The increasing use of modern drug technology encourages the treatment of symptoms

instead of treating the causes.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Graduation Student’s Book)

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As child obesity becomes a serious health issue in today’s society, some people feel that

TV commercials advertising junk food aimed at kids should not be shown before 9 pm.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: www.iPassIELTS.com)

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Very few people who commit crime want to. They do it because they feel they have no choice. This is the reality of the situation, and it means that police and prisons are not relevant to reducing crime.



experience.


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Recent research has shown that within the European Union the largest difference

between the earnings of men and women exists in the UK. Many equal rights campaigners

believe that immediate action should be taken to close the gender pay gap.



experience.


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Health experts say that obese women and women over the age of 40 should not be given

free fertility treatment (IVF) because they are more likely to experience health problems.



experience.


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The increased use of text messaging using mobile phones is largely to blame for the falling

standards in written English, particularly among young people, many of whom are unable

to construct grammatically correct sentences.



experience.









Many people in the music business feel that illegal music sites on the Internet are a

serious threat to the industry and more should be done to prevent them from operating.



experience.


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It is believed that overpopulation is putting such a strain on the world’s natural resources

that depleted supplies could lead to international wars in the future.



experience.


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Poverty in the world is having a devastating effect on the environment. If we are to save

the environment for future generations, we need to deal with global poverty now.



experience.









Some people hold the opinion that celebrities should not expect to be protected by

privacy laws because receiving unwanted publicity is the price they have to pay for their

fame and fortune.



experience.


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Some people think women should be allowed to join the army, the navy and the air force

just like men.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: www.TestBig.com)

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Blood sports have become a hot topic for debate in recent years. As society develops it is

increasingly seen as an uncivilized activity and cruel to the helpless animals that are killed.

Blood sports should be banned.

To what extent to you agree or disagree?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: www.essayforum.com)


http://www.testbig.com/

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Restoration of old buildings in major cities involves enormous government expenditure.

Some say this money should be used to build new housing and roads instead.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: www.IELTS-Blog.com)

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Some people believe that theoretical subjects should not be taught in universities because

most students prefer to study practical subjects.



experience.


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Education of young people is a highly prioritized in many countries. However, educating

adults who cannot write or read is even more important and governments should spend

more money on this.



experience.


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Countries should provide enough food for their own people and therefore lessen

exportation of food abroad, if needed.



experience.


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These days more emphasis is being placed on university education. Vocational training is

not encouraged, and thus there are few qualified tradespeople.

To which extent do you agree or disagree?


experience.


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Some poor students and students from rural areas find it difficult to get access to the

university education. For that reason universities should make it especially easy for

people from these backgrounds.



experience.









A society is based on laws and rules. The individuals who want freedom would face

problems in this society.



experience.


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Throughout the centuries the world has been governed by men and the result was that

human history is full of violence and conflicts. If the world was governed by women we

would have a more peaceful world.

To what extend do you disagree or agree?


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In the last 20 years there have been significant developments in the field of information technology (IT), for example the World Wide Web and communication by email. However, future developments in IT are likely to have more negative effects than positive.

To what extent do you agree with this view?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: www.ieltsbuddy.com)



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Some of the methods used in advertising are unethical and unacceptable in today’s society.

To what extent do you agree with this view?


experience.


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Currently there is a trend towards the use of alternative forms of medicine. However, at

best these methods are ineffective, and at worst they may be dangerous.



experience.


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Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead.



experience.









According to a recent study, the more time people use the Internet, the less time they spend with real human beings. Some people say that instead of seeing the Internet as a way of opening up new communication possibilities worldwide, we should be concerned about the effect this is having on social interaction.

How far do you agree with this opinion?


experience.


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University education should be free to everyone, regardless of income.



experience.


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Smoking not only harms the smoker, but also those who are nearby. Therefore, smoking should be banned in public places.



experience.









Some say that because many people are living much longer, the age at which people retire

from work should be raised considerably.



experience.


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Many people assume that the goal of every country should be to produce more materials

and goods.

To what extent do you agree or disagree that constantly increasing production is an

appropriate goal?


experience.


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Modern technology has made it easier for individuals to download copyrighted music and

books from the Internet for no charge.

To what extent is this a positive or negative development?


experience.






Some people feel that the legal age at which people can marry should be at least 21.



experience.


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Governments often spend large sums of money on spectacular displays to celebrate

national events of significance. This money could be better spent on improving social

conditions in the country.



experience.




In recent times, police and security forces have used considerable physical force against

demonstrators for peace and environmental issues.



experience.






People who have original ideas are much of greater value to society than those who are

simply able to copy the ideas of others well.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: www.alishahsavand.com)



The younger generation is mainly responsible for the latest technological developments.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Advantage Writing Skills)



It is inevitable that as technology develops, traditional cultures must be lost. Technology

and tradition are incompatible – you cannot have both together.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: 15 Days’ Practice for IELTS Writing)

http://www.alishahsavand.com/





If countries are serious about solving traffic problems, they should tax private cars very

heavily and use the money to provide free or very cheap rail travel.

To what extent do you agree with the above?


experience.




A government’s role is only to provide defense capability and urban infrastructure (roads,

water supplies, etc.). All other services (education, health, social security, etc.) should be

provided by private groups or individuals in the community.



experience.




The quality of health care a person receives should not depend on the size of their bank

balance. The government is responsible for providing a high level of health care for all its

citizens.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the above statement?


experience.






Wild animals have no place in the 21st century. Some people think that preventing the

wild animals from dying out is a waste of resources.



experience.


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Space exploration is much too expensive and the money should be spent on more important things.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: www.IELTS.academic.com)

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Advances in technology and automation have reduced the need for manual labor. Therefore, working hours should be reduced.

To what extent do you agree?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: High Impact IELTS Academic Module)

http://www.ielts.academic.com/





It is the responsibility of governments to ensure that environmentally friendly policies are adopted.



experience.


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A course of study that has no direct employment opportunities serves no purpose.



experience.


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As we move into the digital age, books and newspapers are becoming less important. Within the next 20 years, computers will have entirely replaced any other such form of media.



experience.






The number of car accidents is increasing annually. This is the result of poor driving habits.



experience.


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Attitude is as important as knowledge in a test situation.



experience.


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Living much longer in the future will be of great benefit to everyone.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Focusing on IELTS: Reading & Writing Skills 2nd Edition)





It has been claimed that workers over 50 are not responsive to rapidly changing ideas in the modern workplace and that for this reason younger workers are to be preferred.

To what extent would you support or reject this idea?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: IELTS Practice Tests 1)

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The international community should reduce or eliminate the debts of the world’s poorest countries.



experience.


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Tourism is a modern form of colonialism. It distorts local economies, causes environmental damage and ruins the places it exploits.



experience.






Sports which depend on violence for their entertainment, such as boxing and wrestling, have no place in a civilized society and should be banned.



experience.


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All education and healthcare should be funded by the government and free for everyone.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Cambridge Vocabulary for IELTS Advanced)

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Alternative energy sources that use the natural power of wind, waves and sun are too expensive and complicated to replace the coal, oil and gas that we use to power our cities and transport.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Cambridge Vocabulary for IELTS Advanced)





Animals should not be used for the benefit of human beings, unless there is evidence that the animals do not suffer in any way.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this idea?


experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Passport to IELTS)

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Damage to the environment is an inevitable consequence of worldwide improvements in the standard of living.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Passport to IELTS)

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It is pointless making children who lack artistic talent learn painting and drawing in Art

classes at school. Instead, they should concentrate on other creative or practical subjects

for which they may have more aptitude.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Complete IELTS Bands 6.5 – 7.5 Workbook)





Some educationalists argue that non-exam, arts-based subjects, such as music, drama, art and craft, should be compulsory in the secondary-school curriculum. They believe that activities such as these can improve overall academic performance.



experience.

Write at least 250 words. (Source: Complete IELTS Bands 6.5 – 7.5 Student’s Book)

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Some modern artists receive huge sums of money for the things they create, while others struggle to survive. Governments should take steps to resolve this unfair situation.



experience.


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Graduates who cannot find work in their chosen field should be advised to do a second degree, rather than taking a job that does not interest them.



experience.






These days, too many people maintain their health by relying on doctors and medicine, rather than by following a healthy lifestyle.



experience.


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