owadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Has this become a positive or negative development?
Some people think that men and wormen have different qualities , therefore certain jobs are suitable for men and others for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Modern forms of communication such as email and messaging have reduced number of time people spend seeing their friends. This has had a negative effect on their social lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people like to work in company which offer high salaries, other prefer working in a company which offer good working atmosphere. What do you think? Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries, crime rates among young people have been rising. Why do you think this is happening? What can be done to address this issue?"
In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for and ? Suggest some measures that could be taken to of individuals reduce the impact ageing populations.
In some countries, the cost of living is rapidly increasing. what do you think may be the reason for this? what effects might this have on society?
It is good for university students to take part in part time job. To what extent you agree or disagree?
Some people think that giving aids to poor countries has more negative impacts than a positive one. To what extent do you agree.
The rise in crime rate in many countries what are the courses what are the solutions
Teachers used to convey information, but now students have access to a wide resources of information, there is no role for teachers to play in modern education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
There is no need to attend a live performance (a play or concert) because seeing it at home on television is better. To what extend to you agree or disagree
Imagine you are the headteacher who received the letter.
Write a letter in response to the parent.
In your letter, you should:
• discuss and evaluate the issues raised by the parent in the letter
• give your own views about teaching life skills and whether you think these lessons should
replace other subjects in the curriculum.
Base your letter on what you have read in the parent’s letter, but be careful to use your own words.
Address each of the bullet points.
Begin your letter, ‘Dear A. Ifan …’
Write about 250 to 350 words.
Some people believe that tourists should never stay in hotels or resorts because living in such places does not allow them to get access to local cultures and traditions. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Space travel to the Moon is often cited as one giant leap for mankind. Yet some people argue that this achievement made little difference to our daily lives. What is your opinion?
some people think that educated people are more valuable than people who have learned skills through experience. Do you think educated people are the most valuable for society? what kind of skills people can learn through experience that can benefit society?
Wealthy countries should accept more refugees and provide them with basic assistance, such as food and housing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently borrowed an item of clothing from a friend. While you had this item, it was damaged. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter you should: apologise for damaging the item of clothing explain how it became damaged say what you will do to fix the problem
The use of corporal punishment (physically hitting students) in schools is in decline, yet it should be used to improve behaviour. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Global environmental issues are the responsibility of richer nations, not poorer ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future, it seems it will be more difficult to live on the Earth. Some people think more money should be spent on researching other planets to live, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people believe that Arts (such as painting and music) do not improves people’ life and, therefore, government should not spent money on it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that music is a good way to bringing people of different culture and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
since the 18th century technology advances have replaced people in the workplace with todays technology. this process is happening at a greater rate. Technology is increasingly responsible for unemployment. Do what extant do you agree or disagree.
You recently visited a museum in your local town and you had a mixed experience. Write a letter to the museum’s manager.
In your letter,
– explain when you visited and what you saw
– explain the positive parts of your experience and what you liked
– explain the negative parts of your experience and give some advice for improvements.
Some people think that the only way to improve the safety of our roads is to giving much stricter punishments for driving offenses. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries crime rates among teenagers are higher than among other age groups. What are the causes of this problem and what can be done to solve it?
Students these days prefer to take a year off between finishing school and pursuing higher studies. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
Some people say music is the best way to bring people of different ulture and ages together.To what extent do you agree or disagree
One of the biggest problems facing the world today is growing enough food to feed the ever-expanding population. Genetically Modified foods are the best way to solve this issue. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your neighbours have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your houseflat.
Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter,
explain the reason for the noise
apologise for the noise
describe what action you will take
You were absent from an important event held by the company you work for.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
Apologize for your absence and explain the reasoning.
Explain why you had to be at the other event.
Explain what you will do to catch up.
Yours neighbors have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house.
Write a letter to your neighbors. In your letter
Explain the reasons for the the noise
Apologise
Describe what action you will take
Some people think that is it a good thing for senior management to have a very high salary compared to other workers of lower positions in the same company. To what extent do you agree?
In many societies, cultural traditions are considered an essential part of identity and heritage. However, in the modern world, maintaining these traditions can sometimes be challenging. What are the advantages and disadvantages of maintaining cultural traditions in modern society?
In nearly all science course at university, there are significantly more male students than female students. What are the reason for this? What can be done to balance out the number
There have been major advances in technology over recent decades and this has led to significant improvements in people's lives. To what extent do you agree or disagre?
Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familer with. A person’s worth nowadays seems to be judged according to social status and material possessions. Old-fashioned values, such as honour, kindness and trust, no longer seem important. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
There is a lot of pressure on young people today to succeed academically. As a results, some people believe that non-academic subjects, such as physical education and cookery, should be removed from the school syllabus so that children can concentrate on academic work. To what extent do you agree or disagree
General Training
You plan to do some traveling in a few months. You would like to visit an old friend who lives in another country. You haven’t spoken to this friend in a few years.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Provide a short update about your life since you saw him/her last
- Explain why you will be traveling to his/her city
- Say what you would like to do when you visit his/her city
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear [Choose a Name],
Housing is a basic necessity for everyone. Therefore, governments must provide free housing to those who cannot afford it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Because of secondary sources such as books, movies, and the internet, people can learn about a foreign culture without visiting a foreign country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write a letter to the manager of the delivery company. In your letter:
•Give details of the delivery
•Describe what was damaged
•Say what you would like the manager to do
You have lost an item of value on a train.
Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter
• describe the item
• explain where and when you left it
• say what action you would like the company to tak
You have just returned from a holiday. You are unhappy with the quality of the hotel you stayed in and want to complain to the travel agency that arranged the holiday.
Write a letter to the manager of the travel agency. In your letter,
say about the holiday and where you stayed
mention why you are unhappy about the hotel where you stayed
say what you would like the travel agency to do
Write at least 150 words
Some people believe government should spend money on New public buliding such as library and museum rather than renovating old buildings. To what extent do agree or disagree.
Some people believe that youngsters should be required to have full time education until they are at least 18 Years old. What extent do you agree or disagree
Social media has completely changed the way family and friends communicate with each other. What ore the reasons for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
More and more people are eating healthy food and exercise regularly. What are the reasons for that? What can we do to make other people do the same?
Not enough students around the world choose to study science subjects at University. What are the reasons for this? What impact does this issue on the society?