People find it difficult to speak in front of the public or to give a presentation. How important is to speak well in public. Do you think children at school should be taught public speaking?
Some people think that the main purpose of school is to turn children into good citizens and worker, rather to benefit them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days, children have easy access to home computers, tablets, and smartphones and many spend a large part of free time using these devices. Dicuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation and give your own opinion.
Some people think that formal education should strert for children as early as possible. While others think that it should no start until 7 years of ages. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people feel that playing computer games has a negative impact on children’s health and social skills. Others say that it can have a positive impact on their lives. Discuss both these views.
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for music and sports and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
All parents want the best opportunities for their children. There are some people who think that schools teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a child's future. Discuss both sides and give your opinion .
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others beliove that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
These days, we are seeing an increasing amount of violence on television, and this is having a negative impact on children’s behaviour. Do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people think that the government has the responsibility to change the situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many parts of world,children's lives were very different from today.What do you think were the advantage and disadvantages of life for children in the past?
Are sports essential in school life for children .Some people believe that sport is an essential part of school life for children, while others feel it should be purely optional. Discuss these opposing views and give your own opinion. You should give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people think children should learn to paint and draw at school. Others believe it is just a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some parents are worried about the increasing level of violence in TV, video games and other entertainment for children's leisure. How does this affect the children? How do you think this problem can be tackled
It is suggested that primary children should learn how to grow vegetables and keep animals. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Eighteen is the appropriate age for children to finish school. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
ome people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
These days, many children spend their free time playing computer games. Why do they do this? Are there any disadvantages to this activity?
Today’s children are living under more pressure from the society than children in the past. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In modern times, young adult are spending less time with their families and more time with their friends. Why has this change occurred? Do you think parents should force their children to spend more time at home?
Some people think that children should be taught how to cook at school. Others argue that it is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many people nowadays tend to marry and have children in their thirties rather than at a younger age. Is this a positive or negative development?
In many countries, children in remote villages and communities have no access to education. some people believe that the best solution will be provide teacher and schools. others think that providing computer and internet in these areas will be a better solution. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Women are better at childcare than men therefore they should focus more on raising chilren and less on teir working life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You have been asked to Some people believe that children’s leisure activities must be educational, otherwise they are a complete waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience.
The chart below shows the number of trips made by children in one country in 1990 and 2010 to travel to and from school using different modes of transport. summarize the information, and write 150 words.
Some people say that in our current moden age, it is unnecessary to teach hand writing skills to children what extent do you agree or disagree?
Once child start school, teachers have more influence than parents on their intellectual and social development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, more and more people decide to have children later in their life. What are the reasons? What are the impacts on their families and society .
In many counties, more and more people are staying at home to look after their children when women work full time. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, young children and teenagers are eating more unhealthy food and not exercising. Some people think parents are responsible for their children’s unhealthy habits, while others think governments should play a larger role in encouraging children and teenagers to be healthier. Who do you think has more of an influence on children & teenagers: parents or governments? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
These days, we are seeing an increasing amount of violence on television, and this is having a negative impact on children's behavior. Do you agree or disagree?
nNowadays, more and more children play computer games. Why do you think this is the case? Is it a positive or negative development?
Why do you think it is important to do so ? What will be the effect if children are not taught history?
Some people say free time acitvities for the children should be organized by the parents. Others say that children should be freeto choose what they do in their free time. Discuss both views and gives your opinion.
Smacking children is the best form of dicipline. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE?
Children nowadays watch significantly more television. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience.
some people think that partents should teach children how to be good mambers of society. others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The chart below gives information about the journey to school by children aged 11 to 16 in the UK in a year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Your report should comprise a minimum of 150 words.
Some people argue that school should no longer be necessary because children can obtain all the information from the internet. They learn and be educated at home. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
In some cultures, childrenare often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
Some people believe that children should be taught to be competitive in school, while others think that cooperation is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people thinl that parents should teach children how to be good members of society, Others, however, beloeve that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both veiws and give your own opinion.
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behivour to children?
Children are having some problems at school and home. What are the causes and how can the parents do to help them?
Some people find it beneficial to send young children to nursery school before they go to primary school, while others think that it is good to keep them at home and spend time with their family. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The family has a great influence on children’s development but the influence from outside the home plays a bigger part in children’s life. Do you agree or disagree?
It is recommended by some lawmakers to punish the parents in place of their children who have commited less serious crimes like disorderly conduct or theft. They say that this will force parents to become more responsible in taking care of their children. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Many parents today employ private tutors to reach their children after school hours. Do you think tthis is a positive or negative development?
The graph shows the impact of vaccinations on the incidence of whooping cough, a child illness, between 1940 and 1990 in Britain.