General Writing

BAND 9 SAMPLE ESSAYS

• Some people think that secondary school children should studyinternational news as one of the school subjects.  Otherpeople think that it is a waste of valuable school time.Givereasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledgeor experience.

• Some people believe that international sporting events are the ideal opportunity to show the world the qualities of the hosting nation. Others believe that these events are mainly a large unjustifiable expense. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

• Some people think that all children should learn geographyin school.  However, some others think that learning subjects morerelevant to life is more important.

• Today, the quality of life in large cities is decreasing.  Discussthe causes and solutions.

• Many governments inthe world spend large amounts of money on art which helps to develop quality inpeople’s life. However, governments should spend money on other things ratherthan art. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.