IELTS Aid (Practice Essays)

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. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcMkmEzUE18 (Saving languages) A life with limited choices seems attractive to some people because it reduces confusion. This way of thinking is also believed by many when it comes to languages. As more and more people learn another language, several languages are on the verge of extinction. This essay will discuss the writer’s opinion on why it is certainly wrong to think that having fewer languages can make life less complicated. The idea of globalization has made learning languages popular in these modern times. For now, English has dominated the academics and business world making it the most ideal language to learn and speak. In ad...

Watch the video inspiration for this essay here:  Can extreme poverty ever be eradicated - The Economist Task topic: Every country has poor people and every country has different ways of dealing with the poor. What are some of the reasons for poverty? What can we do to help the poor? Write at least 250 words.   Poverty is experienced by all countries in the world. Interestingly, there are various unique measures done to eradicate this problem in each country. This essay will look into the common causes of poverty and the ways in which we can assist those who suffer from this. Population growth in many nations can be considered as both an advantage and a disadvantage. It is beneficial only when a country, with its millions of able-bodied workforce, can turnaround a problem as big as poverty and hunger. For example, in the recent decade, China used its resources such as land and human power to create a giant manufacturing industry. As more and more companies decide ...

This essay sample was derived from the TEDed video with the same title. Watch the video here:  Should we eat bugs? Should we eat bugs?   Food is the most basic human needs. As the rate of global population inflates without ceasing, food production cannot seem to catch up. To address this dilemma, many experts push the idea of eating insects as part of our daily diet. This essay will point out the positive effects of including these minute creatures in our everyday food plan and the perspective of the writer regarding this option.   Long ago when farming and agriculture were new concepts for ancient people, foraging for insects and hunting were their main means to source food. These, although uncommon in many countries, are still practiced in a few areas around the globe. Tropical countries are particularly well-known for continuing the tradition of eating bugs for myriads of reasons. Other than being an unusual and exotic experience, insect-eating is healthy. Stud...

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...

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 ...

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...

Some students work while studying. This often results in lacking time for education and constantly feeling under pressure. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?   Sample essay: It is universally accepted that obtaining a college degree is the first step for a better life. This is the reason why many undergraduates, despite having some struggles, choose to work part-time while attending school. This essay will enumerate some of the reasons for this trend and some suggestions on how to fix these. Education comes with a price and to receive the best quality education, students must pay a hefty amount to schools. Unfortunately, only a few people can afford this. As a result, many learners opt to look for a job to support their educational needs. However, sometimes work can be demanding both physically and mentally. Another reason for this trend is independence. Many young people nowadays want to live independently as a choice. These individua...

Sample: One major problem our world is experiencing is unemployment. As time passes by, more and more people find it hard to get jobs worthy to sustain a living. This essay will present the possible causes of the high unemployment rate as well as the probable solutions to this issue. Population. This is the biggest contributing factor to joblessness. The total number of humans has increased tenfold since the era of industrialization. Although population growth means our lifestyle and medical technology is better, we cannot deny the fact that it also results in a lack of work opportunities. More people means more competition. Another reason for unemployment is the fact that there are fewer businesses and work opportunities available. It is a common idea that it is easier to find jobs in urban cities. This prompts people from rural places to move to cities to try their lucks in applying for work there. However, not everyone can be blessed to find a job and they end up being stuck in ...

TOPIC: In the past decade, there has been a great increase in the number and variety of online courses available to adults. This has been welcomed as a great opportunity by many students, however, other students see these courses as less effective than classroom teaching. What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying an online course? Sample essay: Distance learning has seen an upsurge in recent years thanks to digital modernization. For many adults, they see online learning as their tool for future successes, while others deem it ineffective and prefer traditional learning. This essay will present the benefits and downsides of learning online. The convenience of being able to access quality education anywhere and anytime through portable devices is the biggest reason for the popularity of online learning. This feature makes it attractive to adults who may have problems managing their time. In addition, online learning can be a portal for many individuals wh...

Writing can be intimidating and demotivating. Most people try to shy away from doing writing tasks. However, this should not be the case. Here's a list of common mistakes seen in writing task outputs. 1. Using the same words from the task topic Writing an introduction usually takes much time for IELTS test-takers. This is because they are told to paraphrase the topic as their introduction. Many candidates probably have a list of common words used in both the writing task 1 and 2 and the synonyms for each of these words. Due to the overload of vocabulary, or lack thereof, IELTS takers contemplate too much on how they would start. As time passes though panic will overcome their feelings. As a result, they had no other choice but to use the same words from the task topic. Solution: Change the word forms if you have not enough synonyms. Learn to make use of the other forms of words -noun, adjective, adverb, etc.- you have shortlisted in your vocabulary study. Just remember tha...

Sample essay: The study of History has been recently a subject of debate by most people. Some say that it must be taught in schools while others believe that other subject matters, especially Science and Technology, are more important. This essay will explain a few reasons why both subjects are necessary and why weighing the relevance of either is not considerable. The goal of most fields now is to make lives easier and better. This is the number one explanation as to why most people say that studying subject matters related to Science and Technology is more fruitful. Politicians, media personalities, and many others have imprinted in the minds of individuals the effect and pleasures of having modern lives. Also, work-related opportunities connected to these fields have enticed many people to choose this career path. As a result, students applying in these fields have been increasing to all new heights. Although true, it does not necessarily conclude that learning Histo...

Sample essay: The promise of living better lives by providing myriads of choices that are tailored according to our preferences has been a trend recently. Convenience is the goal of every breakthrough and new invention. This essay will point out why choices people have nowadays are plentiful. At present, when we think about having a lot of options, the best example to mention is material things. More and more gadgets, or things related to technology, are becoming accessible and somehow affordable. Almost all people own a piece of technology, like smartphones, regardless of their age, gender, and status. Now and then, well-known brands release a new smartphone model. Consumers are hooked on buying the newest phone that sometimes they cannot decide which one to purchase. When it comes to intangible things though, possibilities also seem endless. For instance, education. Alternatives such as distance learning and vocational training are becoming popular. Full-time worke...

Sample essay: Many people from different walks of life are opting to reside in foreign countries for various reasons. This, however, often results to issues that are inevitable but are not severe. What kinds of problems arise when immigrating to another country? Perhaps one of the biggest barrier to be considered is language. Adapting to the culture of an unknown country is challenging when an immigrant does not have enough abilities to communicate with locals. As a result, newcomers are limited to using simple words and gestures. This can be a frustrating daily routine. Immigrants then have no other choice but to learn a new language. Although, it is important to point out that this is a foreseeable dilemma that can be addressed and therefore is not considered severe.   Another issue related to migration is adaptation. Ideally, people prefer to mingle with those they easily identify with. That is, we create a small community that follows and accepts the same beli...

Sample: The visual data illustrates the population of British males and females pursuing graduate studies full time and part time in three school years. From the graph, it can be seen that there are more people who pursue further education partly and between genders, more men enroll in graduate schools. Looking at the data, a growth in the number of full time students in both genders can be noted. It is important to highlight though that more women showed interest in regular graduate studies from 1980/81 and 1990/91. However, in the year 1990/91, the quantity of male students was on the same level as women at roughly 200 thousands. As for irregular students, different trends can be seen for both genders. For men, a downward line can be noted. In 1970/71, an approximate 1000 men attended graduate studies before it descended value to a little over 800 in 1980/81 and 1990/91. On the other hand, women climbed from an estimated 700 thousands in the first year to 1200 in th...

Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic: Today much of the food people eat gets transported from farms that are thousands of miles away. Some people believe it would be better for the environment and the economy if people only consumed food produced by local farmers. Would the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Sample essay: The demand for food is always high. Many agricultural goods are shipped to far areas to help meet this demand. Other people however suggest that buying produce from local manufacturers is preferable both environmentally and economically. Does this have more merits than demerits? This essay will introduce how the benefits and drawback are of equal weight. Patronizing agricultural products from local farmers provide a stable job and source of income to the workers. Also, consumers can safely guarantee the freshness and quality of the crops they eat. Another good point to consider is the price. That is, food from local farmers can be mo...

Writing an essay is a challenge for both experienced and inexperienced writers. One reason is paragraphing. Most test takers know the basics of the task and they know what to expect. What they usually don't know how to figure out is how to start the essay. In my experience, I have often recommended my students to understand the different words and/phrases often used in the test. Furthermore, I ask them to broaden their knowledge on myriads of topics by reading a lot, watching news, and even by discussing them with other people. Well, that's just the "input" process.  Next, they are tasked to write down their ideas on the topic within a time limit to help them develop their critical thinking and decision-making skills. The catch is to ask them to write as honestly as possible and to stick with what they already now. That is easier said than done because most of my students concentrate too much on making an "impact". That is, they want to write somethi...

Sample essay: The advent of technology has made it possible for most workers to opt to work as freelancers than to be employed in a company or organization. This essay will discuss the reasons for this growing trend and its possible disadvantages. More and more working individuals are getting attracted to work for themselves due to one big reason – convenience. Self-employment offers benefits like flexible working hours, reduced risk for burnout from shorter working time, and of course, fast and high payment. Freelancers, depending on their skills and experience, can demand for a certain wage per work to their customers. Moreover, due to the nature of their job, tasks can be done quickly and easily. This is one reason why some companies nowadays prefer hiring freelance workers. Although the benefits of this work seem to be endless, this type of work also has drawbacks. One is the uncertainty of work availability. Since many young professionals prefer to work on their ...

Sample essay: Education is, without question, one of the highly sought after rights we have. Since time immemorial, we have given it such value that questions whether it should start at home or at school became one of the most controversial. This essay will discuss the benefits of children learning at home and at school and some of my opinions regarding this matter. In the earlier times and until now, many of us believe that learning starts at home and the children’s first teachers are always their parents. Being the sole authorities at home, parents can provide focused learning to their children. This kind of strict environment is something that cannot be attained when studying at school wherein attention of the teacher is divided to almost all students. Moreover, most children can learn different life values that they can bring to use until they grow up. Such values include trust, loyalty, and kindness to name a few. Although learning at home provides a lot of reward...

Write about the following topic. The internet has greatly increased our access to information. To what extent do you think this is a good thing? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.  You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Sample: The world has never been more informed because of the internet. The ability to access almost all kinds of information has become easier and faster. However, I do believe that there are also consequences and all good things come at a price. In this essay, I will be enumerating some of the negative effects we have to consider. People from different ages use the internet for the purpose of research and learning. Free tutorials of every kind of skill can be found and studied via the internet. This allows individuals who find it hard to enroll in an institution, due to different consequences, study and improve a skill they have been wanting to develop at the comforts of their...