IELTS Aid (Practice Essays)

This sample essay is derived from the BBC REEL video entitled "Why boredom is good for you". Watch this video first before reading the sample: BBC REEL Why boredom is good for you Sample Essay: In our fast-paced world where people can do almost virtually everything, boredom seems like an experience that is always taken negatively. Little do most people know that having nothing to do at one point in a day has many advantages. This essay will mainly explain two points on how dull times essentially helps us in a lot of ways. The principal benefit of boredom is that it helps the brain rewire and recharge. Sometimes stress can affect the way we process information in our heads and this results in more stress. Having the time to pause and do nothing clears the thought processes in the brain. Since our brain is also an organ, it needs rest to function well again. Therefore, keeping ourselves busy doing nothing for a short period of time can give our minds ample time to refresh...

Vocabulary and spelling: The words in this mini-test were derived from the videos we featured this week. Check if you can remember them.  Identify and spell the word defined: 1.      _______________ = to watch and check a situation carefully for a period of time. 2.      ________________= the rate at which a person, company, or country does useful work. 3.      ________________= affecting someone in a way that annoys them and makes them feel uncomfortable. 4.      ________________= treating a person or a particular group of people differently because of their skin color, gender, etc. 5.      ________________= causing little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time. 6.      ________________= a person who buys goods or services for their own use. 7.      ________________= to sort and collect r...

The dangerous downsides of fitness obsession. Is fitness addiction dangerous? Watch here:  BBC Video To what extent do you agree with the ideas presented?   Sample essay: In recent times, social media influencers have become modern heroes of many people. These internet icons have introduced many how-to trends that many youngsters can learn from such as cooking, styling, studying, and exercising. Perhaps the biggest rage in the world is anything related to fitness. However, these health-conscious trends have drawbacks that are usually ignored. This essay will concentrate on the writer’s complete agreement on why obsessing on being healthy also poses many dangers.   For many years, obesity is the number one problem related to physical health. Although this has not been completely eradicated, it is disheartening to see that the general public prioritizes looks over anything else. This mindset made conscious health living a norm for more and more people. Hence, the ...

Should we stop flying? Yes? No? Watch the video here:  Should we stop flying (BBC Reel) Discuss the 2 views. Sample essay: Decades ago, the idea of air travel was only available to the wealthy and privileged people; however, as aviation technology and tourism boomed, this luxury became a reality for the vast majority. Despite this development, flying, according to research, contributes greatly to the emission of carbon dioxide. The focus of this writing will be on the reasons why airplane travel should and should not be halted. The growing problem of global warming has vexed scientists and researchers for the longest time.   Science and technology experts continuously innovate and suggest new solutions to at least lessen its impact. One such suggestion is to reduce or limit the use of airplanes for traveling. It has been discovered that aircrafts emit carbon dioxide at beyond acceptable levels. As a result, stopping this mode of transport can definitely help avoid the ...

The essay below is a reaction for the featured video published on BBC Ideas on September 13, 2019.  Watch it here Two-part Question essay sample (Sustainable fashion) 1.      Can the fashion industry ever be sustainable? 2.      And what can you do (to make it more sustainable)?   The ever-growing popularity of Social networking sites has made the fashion industry thrive. Many people post photos of themselves wearing the most popular trends in fashion. However, these clothes often end up in landfills making it the biggest contributor of trash in many fashion-centered countries. This essay will explain why fashion cannot be sustainable and ways on how to make it more eco-friendly. Many new products nowadays aim for sustainability. Unfortunately, though the world of fashion can never be considered durable. People who live in countries with four seasons need to change their collection of clothes every season. This is where the ter...

Many English learners are well-versed when it comes to expressing their opinions verbally. Others are more into writing. For those who are more confident with their speaking skills, their one true challenge can probably be writing. I have met many learners who are impeccably great when it comes talking but lack the skills when it comes to writing. One of their dilemmas would be their use of "punctuation." Learning the "rules" of punctuation can be highly daunting and demotivating; however, it should not be that hard. Try checking this website that allows you to learn the basic rules of punctuation by playing a game. Here's the link:    BBC Bite-size (Punctuation game)