Master ielts essays ielts academic & General Training Writing Task Two Ebrahim Tahasoni Page 51

Video cameras in public places 
The use of CCTV is becoming widespread 
Video cameras have been installed in many public places 
They are supposed to protect us and deter criminals 
Many people think that this surveillance violates our privacy 
The authorities could build databases with our pictures and identities 
We should not be treated like criminals 
Smart cards: Positives 
Governments will probably introduce a digital identification card system 
Smart cards will have benefits and drawbacks 
They could help to reduce crime 
They could hold personal information, such as DNA 
Digital bank cards could contain fingerprint information 
It would be very difficult for criminals to use a stolen card 
It would be easier for police to identify people and catch criminals 
Smart cards: Negatives 
Many people are worried about losing their privacy 
Governments could store all our personal and medical information 
This information could be used by insurance companies 

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Master IELTS Essays 
IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two 
Ebrahim Tahasoni 
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www.tahasoni.com 
Employers could check our health records 
People with Disabilities 
People with disabilities should be treated the same as everybody else 
They should have the same rights as other people 
They should have access to the same jobs as other citizens 
Discriminations against disabled people is illegal in many countries 
Ramps and lifts for wheelchairs should be installed in public buildings 
Support teacher can be employed to help children with learning difficulties 
12.
 
Guns and Weapons 
Why guns should be legal: 
In some countries, people are allowed to own firearms 
Individuals have the right to protect themselves 
People can use guns in self defence 
This deters criminals