Many stores sell organic fruits and vegetables (produced without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides). Even though they often cost more than conventional fruits and vegetables, some people buy them. Why do some people prefer to eat organic food? Do you think organic food is worth the extra cost?
An increasing number of children are overweight which could result many problems when they grow older both in terms of their health and health care costs. Why do you think so many children are overweight? What could be done to solve this problem
Some people think increasing the cost of fual is the best way to solve global environmental problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world cost numerous government’s expenditure. This money should be used in new housing and road development. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that university students should pay all the cost of studies because university education only benefits students themselves not the society as a whole. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
“Prevention is better than cure”. Both research and treatment for the disease are costly and it would be better to invest in preventing the disease. To what extent do you agree?
Health services are a basic necessity. However, private companies have made them quite costly for ordinary individuals. Do the advantages outweigh its disadvantages?
Health services are the basic necessity for a person. Private companies have made the health services quite costly for ordinary individuals. Do the advantages of private health care outweigh its disadvantages?
The line graphs illustrates average costs of “high-tech gadgets” in Somecountry.
The best way to solve the world’s environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other private vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write at least 150 words.
You would like to rent a car for a holiday.
Write to the car rental agency. In your letter
•Explain what type of car you would like
•Give details of when you would like the car
•Request more information about the cost
Airline companies in many Countries have reduce the cost of tickets. Discuss whether this is a positive or negative development. Give some examples based on your own experience.
The table illustrates the money cost on various consumer products in different countries, which are Germany, Italy, France and Britain.
Letter
You have just started a course in college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private clubs in your letter.
Interduce yourself
Say why you are interested in this sports club
Ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities, memubers, cost.
People think that goverments should increase the cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles to solve envinronmental problems. Give your opinion
You have recently moved to a new neighbourhood and would like to join a sports centre there. You have found a private sports club.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter,
introduce yourself
say why are you interested in this sports club
ask some questions about the club, facilities, membership, costs etc.
In some countries, health care and education are only partially funded by the government. Some people argue that the government should be responsible for covering the full cost of these services. Do you support or oppose the opinion? Explain your position.
the chart below show the results of a survey of adult education. the first chart shows the reasons why adults decide to study. the pie chart shows how people think the costs of adult educations should be shared
The table below displays the projected costings over the next five years in US dollars for three environmental projects aimed at sustainable forestry.
In order for a country to develop fully it must provide free education for everyone at whatever cost it might be. To what extent do you agree with this statement
The chart shows how many litres of water were consumed in households in 5 different countries, while the table compares the cost of water
Because of the rising cost of housing, many young people are increasingly being forced to live with their parents into their 30’s. Does the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. Write a letter to the manager of the company
– describe the item lost
– explain how you lost it
– tell the insurance company what you would like them to do
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: accelerat
Dear Sir or Madam,
Write at least 150 words.
Try this opinion essay question about the cost of space exploration. It’s best to state a clear opinion for or against in your introduction. Space exploration is much too expensive and the money should be spent on more important things. What is your opinion?
Space exploration costs taxpayers an exorbitant amount of money each year. What are the advantages and disadvantages of spending money on space exploration?
Nowadays most green energy is becoming ever more prevalent in both developed and developing countries. Some argue they greatly reduce costs and are better for the environment, others believe they are a serious threat to energy security. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
As the number of cars increases, more money has to be spent on road systems. Some people think the government should pay for this. Others, however, think that drivers should cover the costs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Students should pay full costfor their own study, because university education benefits individuals rather than society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. – statement/situation.
Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club.
In your letter:
•introduce yourself,
•say why you are interested in this sports club
•ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities, members, costs
Some people believe that one of the best ways to solve environmental problem is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people think that the government should spend more money on providing faster and cheaper means of public transport. Some others think that there are important factors to take in consideration like (fuel,cost and environment) Discuss both views and give your opinion?
The table below shows the annual costs for students to study in masters programmes in three different countries in 2007. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think the governments should increase the cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles in order to solve environmental problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think the best way to solve traffic congestion is to increase the cost of fuel for cars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The rising cost and decreasing supply of fossil fuels such as oils and gas along with environmental concern, means that their continued use as our main source of energy is impractical and alternative sources must be found. The only realistic alternative is nuclear energy. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons and relevant examples for your answer.
In many countries, the costs of living are rising. What are the effects on individuals and society? How do people deal with higher costs?
With more people choosing to watch travel programs on TV and social media, fewer people will be willing to pay the costs of travelling abroad. To what extent do you agree.
low cost airline let people travel around the world. Some say it is positive, other say it is negative. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Many people believe that museums should be free of charge, while others think that they should charge an entry fee to cover maintenance costs and funding for new exhibitions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
the diagrams below show how sedimentary rock is formed in costal areas
“Prevention is better than cure”. Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventative measures. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
On a recent holiday you lost a valuable item. Fortunately you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. •describe the item you lost •explain how you lost it •tell the insurance company what you would like them to do
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.
Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter
tell them when you will be arriving and leaving
explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost
ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel
Children’s education is expensive. In some countries, the government pays some or all of the costs. Do the advantages outweigh its disadvantages?
The chart below shows the average cost of a monthly contract for 4 different mobiles in a European country from January to September 2002, measured in euro.
Opinion ”Prevention is better than cure”. Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventive measures. To what extent do you agree.
low cost airlines let people travel around the world. some say it is positive, others say it is negative. discuss both view and give your own opinion
Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter,
introduce yourself
say why are you interested in this sports club
ask some questions about the club e.g facilities, membership, costs etc.
The best way to solve the world's environment problems is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other private vehicles. To what extent you are agree and disagree ?
The table illustrate how much projects are costing in American dollars for West Africa, Central America and South east Asia to sustainable forestry for over the next five years