Kho bài mẫu IELTS Writing

Some people think that strict punishments for driving offenses are the key to reducing traffic accidents. Others, however, believe that other measures would be more effective in improving road safety. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

People have different points with regard to the questions how to make our roads safety. In my view, both strict punishments and a range of other measures can be used together to promote the better driving habits and reduce traffic problems. 

On the one hand, strict punishments can certainly help to encourage people to drive more safety. Penalties for dangerous drivers can act as a deterrent, meaning that people avoid repeating the same offense. There are various driving penalties, such as small fines, licence suspension, driver awareness courses, and even prison sentences (án tù). The aim of these punishments is to show dangerous drivers that their actions have negative consequences. As a result, we would help drivers become disciplined and alert and that they should follow the rules more carefully and seriously. 

On the other hand, I believe that safe driving can be promoted in several different ways that do not punish them. Firstly, it is important to educate people properly before they start to drive, this could be implemented in schools or even drivers can take some driving courses to learn some rules. Then they should do some difficult driving tests to ensure that they understand the knowledge. For instance, citizens in Vietnam are over 18 years old can take the driving course and do practical exams seriously to own their driving license.  Secondly, more attention could be paid to safe road design. For example, signs can used to warn people, speed bumps, road bends can be added to calm traffic, and speed cameras can help to deter people from driving too quickly. Finally, governments or local councils could reduce road accidents by investing in better public transport and encouraging people to use buses, which would mean that fewer people would need to travel by car.  

In conclusion, while punishments can help to prevent bad driving, I believe that other road safety measures should also be introduced.  

June 05, 2025