Some people believe that social media can provide people with reliable information and news. Others, however, disagree with this view. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
These days, too many people maintain their health by relying on doctors and medicine, rather than by following a healthy lifestyle. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples form your own knowledge or experience.
Many people these days have computer, laptops, telephones at their home for work. Do you think, working from home has more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons.
Art classes, such as paintng and drawing, art as important to a child's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or diagree?
A lot of people who wanted to become professional athletes gave up this idea because of the fear of failure and parent’s pressure. Do you think that parents should support their children who want to do a career in sports? Support your point of view with relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Future plans to design prisons for learning and working, with bigger cells containing computers that will enable study and communication, have been criticized for trying to turn prisons into "holiday campus" and "wasting taxpayers' money". To what extent do you agree or disagree with these views?
in some countries, young people have become richer, healthier anf live longer, but they are less happy. What are the causes? What can be done to address this situation?
Today more people are opting for cosmetic surgeries, hair colouring and other cosmetics. Why is this the case? Do you think this development is positive or negative?
Government investment in the arts such music and theatre , it is waste of money . Governmentust invest this money in public service instead . To what extent do you agree or disagree with statement .
Shopping should be perceived as a form of self-indulgence rather than about buying things that are necessary. Do you agree or disagree?
Ilets The line graphs illustrate the information about a number of goods, which were transported by different modes in the USA since 1990 and previsions for 2040.
Nowadays, a lot of people are practicing dangerous sports, such as scuba diving and bungee jumping. Do you agree or disagree that individuals should take responsibility for their own safety, and rescue workers should not risk their lives to save others?
Some people think it is more important to spead money on roads and motorways than on public transport systems such as rrailways and trams. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Qualities a person needs to be successful can’t be learnt in university or in similar academic institutions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people feel that entertainers ( e.g. film starts, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which type of other job should be highly paid?
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Writhe a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter
-describe what you enjoyed about the course.
-say how much cooing you’ve done since the course
-suggest another cookery course you’d like the school to offer
Preventiin 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?
The diagram below shows the plan of a library in 2001 and 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries schoools have severe problems with student behaviour. What do you think are the cuases of this? What solutions can you suggest?
Many young children have unsupervised access to the Internet and are using the Internet to socialise with others. This has can lead to a number of dangerous situations which can be threatening for children. Discuss problems and solution.
THE PROCCES SHOW PROCCES OF MAKING COCOA BEANS AND CHOCOLATE. SUMMARIZE THE INFORMATION BY SELECTING AND REPORTING THE MAIN FEATURES AND MAKE COMPARISONS WHERE RELEVANT
You ordered a book online for exam preparation. It has been some time since you ordered it and still have not received your book. Write a letter to e-commerce company about this.
The chart below shows the percentage of households in owned and rented accomodation in English and Wales between 1918 and 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below illustrates the carbon cycle in nature. Write a 150-word description of this diagram for a university lecturer.
People will never be willing to make the dramatic lifestyle changes needed to control climate change. For this reason, government must force people to do so. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some think that governments should tax unhealthy food to encourage people to eat healthier. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people are fond of buying new gadgets, phones or laptops. Is this a good or bad things. Discuss your opinion.
The graph below shows the number of books bought from different sources in one European country since 2000 with a projection for 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays, a growing number of people of health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatrments instead of visiting their usual doctors. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
In many countries, working women can take a few months of maternity leave after childbirth. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think cars are a better way of transportation around the city while other prefer cycling. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
At the present time, the papulation of some countries includes a relatively large number of people adults, compared with the number of older people. DO the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages
Do you agree with me ? upward trend toward working from home. Teleworking style is it more advantage or more disadvantage? what would you think about?
Some people believe that the Earth is being harmed (damaged) by human activity. Others feel that human activity makes the Earth a better place to live. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Schools should focus on academic success and passing examinations. Skills such ad cookery, dressmaking and woodwork should not be taught at school as it is better to learn these from family and friends. To extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentence. Other, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently spent the night at an expensive hotel. There was a problem with your room, but the hotel staff was unable to do anything about it. Write a letter to the hotel manager.
In your letter
• introduce yourself.
• describe the problem.
• say what you would like the manager to do.
Write about 150 words in an appropriate format and style. You can use this page for any rough work.
Some people think that universities should provide graduate with the knowledge and the skills needed in the workplace. Other think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What is your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
Despite evidence that certain types of food are harmful, many people maket o choice to eat unhealthy food. What do you think are the causes of this problem and measures can be taken to solve it?
Many students find it difficult to learn subjects like mathematics and philosophy and hence they should be optional in schools. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that newspapers are the best way to get news. However, others people believe that they can get better through another media platform. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some places old age is valued, while in other cultures yourth is considered more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The maps below show the village of Stokeford in 1930 and in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Caring for children is probably the most important thing of the society. lt is suggested that allomothers and fathers should be required to take the childcare training courses. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement
The bar chart gives data about the percentage of individuals who ate specific potrion of herbals on a single day in the UK between 2001 and 2008.
You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
-explain the important event
-apologise for the stuation
-suggest a new arrangement
E-mail has had a huge impact on professional and social communication, but this impact has been negative as well as positive. Do the disadvantages of this prblem outweigh advantages?
After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter to express your gratitude.
In your letter:
•introduce yourself and let him/her know why you are writing
•express your appreciation
•and offer him/ her to visit your home with his/her family
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ……………….,
In some countries, owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
The pie charts below show the different types of courses, which were followed by the students during the years of 1984, 1994 and 2004.