IELTS Writing Task 2 

     Sample Answer 2  

Band 7+

        With the aid of modern technological devices, such as a tablet, phone, or e-reader, reading a book or newspaper is now easier than ever. Hence, I partially agree with people who assume that the majority of information will be digitised in the future, since print books and newspapers are more costly and time-demanding to produce.

        The argument in favour of the digitalisation of the media is powerful for several advantages. One of them is that, in recent years, the internet has developed into a tremendously powerful instrument. It requires only a mobile phone to access unlimited global news in real-time, which is a boon for those who can not spare much time reading a newspaper. The second upside to consider is that mobile phones with the internet feature offer unrestricted freedom. Besides providing news, it serves millions of other purposes, which makes mobile phone the gadget of all times. Many media publications, from worldwide news companies to global writers, have begun to utilise social media platforms, such as Twitter and Facebook, as publishing venues. There is no denying that this has happened because digital media has proven to be the most cost-effective and time-saving. Above all, it is safer for the environment, as almost no trees are cut down to produce e-news.

       Despite the offered several advantages, certain limitations of modern means of communication can not be ignored. It is important to remember that a large proportion of the world's population lives in poverty, making it extremely difficult for them to afford such high-tech gadgets, which are typically very expensive. Another factor is the dependence on the availability of the internet to access information on mobile phones or other devices, which is primarily restrictive when it comes to far-flung areas.

           In conclusion, printed books and newspapers will never go out of demand, but there may be a considerable decline in their production in the times to come.

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Sample Answer 3

Band 6.5

               There is no question that the necessity for digitised copies of newspapers and books is critical today, as the majority of people have started to depend on contemporary methods of communication to stay up-to-date with current events. I agree that a significant portion of the population reads online and that print newspapers will become obsolete in the future years.

             There are certainly many reasons why the contemporary age will discontinue purchasing conventional newspapers in the future. To begin with, it is detrimental to the ecology, since it results in deforestation and soil erosion, creating an ecological imbalance. For instance, if we clear too much forest, it will have a worldwide effect on our natural heritage. However, modern technology is very sophisticated and quick. People acquire information via contemporary means, and we may obtain a wealth of knowledge with a single click, which is very cheap. Additionally, technology - and labour - is relatively inexpensive, and we can access daily updates via photos and videos, whereas printing such papers requires a significant amount of ink, labour, printing machines, and other resources, resulting in electricity waste and increasing industrialisation, which contributes to pollution. Additionally, digitalization saves time and makes it convenient to read at any time and from any location. For most of the day, individuals do not need to carry cumbersome newspapers.

               Newspapers may be helpful for people since they foster the habit of reading, which is excellent for students' academic development. However, this is a time-consuming talent, and we should not presume that children of school age are capable of it.

                 In conclusion, I believe that digital papers, like video clips and news updates, will become an essential part of human life if we use them properly.

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     Sample Answer 4

Band 6.5

                 There is no question that the necessity for trustworthy sources of information is critical in people's life today, in order to remain informed about current events. As many others do, I believe that conventional printed newspapers and books will soon be supplanted by digital news and free e-books, which are much more affordable and trustworthy.

              In the near future, the digital world will replace all knowledge communicated through conventional paper-written/printed media, such as newspapers, textbooks, or periodicals. With advances in data and network technology, it has become relatively simple and inexpensive to distribute information online rather than via the old printed method, which has grown more sluggish and inefficient over time.

             To be sure, moving digital has a slew of advantages. Its speed is a major benefit. Unlike printed news or textbooks, which take time to produce and disseminate, digital news or e-books offer current information, making them more effective and valuable. Apart from being the quickest, it is also one of the most affordable ways. Paying virtually little for such a wealth of knowledge is an incredible deal. It reduces costs since it eliminates the need for printing and distribution when information is shared through an online platform.

                   While the distribution of information via printed media provides employment opportunities in a variety of sectors such as printing presses and newspaper distributors, the benefits of spreading information and knowledge via online platforms outweigh the costs and time savings associated with this traditional mode.

                  To conclude, I believe that the digital method of disseminating knowledge is much superior to the old printed or paper approach. It is ecologically benign, virtually free, and a much quicker source of energy than the conventional one.

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     Sample Answer 5

Band 6.5

                Without a doubt, the essential importance of credible sources of information is widely recognised in today's society, particularly for maintaining up-to-date knowledge about current events. While many people expect traditional printed newspapers and books to be displaced by digital news and free e-books, I believe that we are just beginning to see this change take place.

               Digital media will replace all information delivered via traditional media, such as newspapers, textbooks, or magazines. Data and network technologies have made distributing information online rather than through the traditional way (printed) more easy and cheap.

                    Digital movement definitely has its advantages. A significant advantage is its speed. The immediacy of digital news and e-books makes them more effective and useful than printed news and textbooks. It is the most inexpensive option while being the fastest. When you consider how inexpensive the information is, it's an amazing bargain. When information is exchanged via an online platform, eliminating the requirement for printing and distribution lowers expenses.

                   Even if job possibilities are found in many industries when print media is used, the advantages and time savings connected with online platforms exceed the expenses and time it takes to use that conventional distribution method.

               While it may be a simple process, to sum up, I think that distributing information through digital technology is far better than any of the other two. It is completely non-toxic, is almost free, and requires less time to get than the traditional resource.

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         Sample Answer 6

Band 6.5

                            There is little room for doubt that digitalized versions of newspapers or books are paramount today, as most people have begun to rely on modern means to stay up-to-date with current events. I tend to support that the conventional newspaper or books will become history one day.

                                Certainly, there are numerous upsides to digital media. One important benefit is that e-news is the fastest mode, meaning that people can access information in real-time. Unlike printed newspapers, people do not have to wait for the next day. Furthermore, individuals can access a huge amount of information digitally by paying almost nothing. By contrast, traditional newspapers are costly and contain selective news. In addition, e-books have made students' lives easier, as a single device, for example, a mobile phone can contain a hundred books, which means students do not have to carry heavy books. They can read anytime and anywhere with the help of a small gadget. Besides being convenient, digital news and books are environmentally friendly, too. Almost no trees are cut down to produce them.

                              Despite numerous advantages, digital media has some disadvantages that may lead to unemployment. If the masses shifted totally to the e-news, thousands of people would become unemployed. Moreover, printed newspapers still are the main source of information for most elderly people, since they are not familiar with the new technology. Thus, they can only rely on printed ones. Additionally, e-books may affect students' health, especially eyes due to the continuous exposure to screens, which means children may suffer from poor vision.

                              To conclude, I agree with those who say that the benefits of digital media outweigh the drawbacks for the reasons that it is fast, convenient, cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

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     Sample Answer 7

Band 5.5

                   There is little doubt that the need for an essential source of information to stay up to date with current events is paramount for everyone. I tend to support the viewpoint that, in a matter of time, conventional sources of information, such as printed newspapers, books, and magazines, will be properly replaced by digital media.

                     Certainly, there are numerous upsides to digital versions of news and e-books. One important advantage is its high speed and fast network availability. People can easily access or read information effectively at any time on their phones or other digital devices.

                        Additionally, worldwide information or knowledge can be collected or shared with others through social networking sites, such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc, and with other websites. Moreover, it is one of the cheapest sources of information. While printed newspapers and books are very expensive, sometimes, monthly expenses for newspapers and books are very high, and for middle-class people, it's difficult to pay shopkeepers. The old printed method requires labour, printing machines, ink, paper and a large space for printing newspapers, magazines and books. Whereas, digital media does not need paper, labour and  industry.

               To sum up, I think that contemporary methods of information will grow at a faster speed than printed newspapers or books.

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     Sample Answer 8

      Band 6.5

                      There is no question that the necessity for a digitalized version of newspapers or   books is critical today since the majority of people have shifted their relianceon contemporary methods to remain current with current events. I concur that an increasing number of people read online and that conventional newspapers will eventually become outdated.

                          There are undoubtedly many reasons why the contemporary generation will discontinue the purchase of conventional newspapers in the future. To begin with, it is ecologically unsustainable, resulting in deforestation and soil erosion, creating an ecological imbalance. For instance, if we chop an excessive quantity of wood, it would have a detrimental effect on the world's natural heritage. Today's technology, on the other hand, is very sophisticated and rapid. People acquire information via contemporary methods, and we may get a wealth of knowledge with a single relatively cheap click. Additionally, technology - and labour - is relatively inexpensive, and we can access daily updates via photos and videos, whereas printing such papers requires a significant amount of ink, labour, and printing machines, among other things, resulting in electricity waste and increased industrialisation, which contributes to pollution. Additionally, digitalization saves time and makes information accessible at any time and from any location. For the most part, individuals do not need to carry around big newspapers.        

                                      Newspapers may be helpful for adults since they foster the habit of reading, which is excellent for learners' academic development. However, this is a time-consuming skill that should not be assumed by school-aged children.

                             To conclude, it appears to me that as the quality of video clips and news updates improves, the digital paper will become an essential component of humanity.

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     Sample Answer 9

      Band 6.5

                      Today, technological innovations like the internet make it essential for everyone to keep up-to-date with current events. While it is true that many people read online, conventional newspapers will eventually become obsolete as people turn to internet sources.

                            One of the most prominent reasons is that there are many other options that consumers have for news these days. Deforestation and soil erosion are both detrimental to the ecosystem, resulting in an ecological imbalance. We might, for example, take away too much timber, which could have adverse effects on the natural heritage worldwide. Today's technology is sophisticated and quick, to say the least. People nowadays use new technologies to obtain information, and many items are available with a single, relatively inexpensive click. 

                                Additionally, technological innovation and employment are both inexpensive and can be found daily through online updates such as photos and videos. 

                              In contrast, the printing of newspapers requires large amounts of ink, printing machines, and electricity. All of these are factors that lead to pollution. Also, digitalization saves time and is easily accessible at any time, no matter where you are. The majority of people do not need to carry large newspapers all day long.

                   Although the newspaper is only useful for adults as a means of instilling the habit of reading, it nonetheless serves to facilitate the intellectual development of young learners. It is, however, a long-lasting talent, and we should not presume that students in middle school are prepared to perform it.

                    Finally, it appears to me that if we do things correctly, digital papers will become an essential part of humanity, used for everything from short videos and breaking news updates to textbooks and scientific papers.

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