Topic 1 : As computers are being used more and more in education, there will soon be no role for the teacher in the classroom. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In manay countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think is a positive or a negative development?
Some working parents think that childcare centres provide the best care for children who are still too young to go to school. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their children. Discuss both views and give your opinion
People spend an increasing amount of time online. This means that some people are not comfortable in social situations in which they are face to face with others. What are the effects of this phenomenon? What are some possible solutions to this problem?
In many countries today, crime novels and TV dramas (detective stories ) are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular. What is your opinion of crime fiction TV dramas.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic: There are many different types of music in the world today. Why do we need music? Is the traditional music of a country more important than the International music that is heard everywhere nowadays? Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anyting if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantageals of giving children this message?
Opinions on food are changing rapidly and there are many who believe that everyone should follow a vegetarian diet because it would have a positive impact on our health and the environment. Do you agree or disagree?
You ordered an item from an online store and it has arrived damaged.
Write a letter to the retailer to complain. In the letter:
– Explain why you are unhappy
– Request a refund
– Make arrangements to return the damaged item
You are studying for a qualification, and you would like some off work to complete it. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: - ask for some time off to complete a qualification. - Suggest what you will do later at work if you have time off. - Say how the qualification helps your job or company.
Some people argue that all young people should be required to attend full time school until they are at least 18 years old. What do you extent agree or disagree
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He or she would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email * describe where you lived when you a student at the University. * Recommend the best way for him or are to look for accommodation. * Him or her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation. You do not need to write any addresses
Some people get into debt by buying things they don't need and can't afford. -what are the reasons for this behaviour? -what action can be taken to prevent people from having this problem?
Some parents purchase their kids a large number of toys to play with.What are the advantages and disadvantages for the child of having lot of toys.
Some people say history is one of the most important school subject. other people think that I. Today's world, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you returned hime, you found you had left some important papers at the hotel.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
Say where you think you left the papers
Explain why they are so important
Tell the manager what you want him/her to do
Some people believe that in the future, environmental problems will mean that we are unable to live on this planet. In order to survive, the human species will need to find another planet that can support life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other type of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasions for your answer and include my relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that watching big events like sports and the Olympics on TV encourage adults to exercise regularly. While others disagree tzzhat there are other effective ways of getting them to exercise. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You have just moved into a new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that the noise may disturb your neighbour.
Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter
introduce yourself
describe your plans for the party
invite your neighbour to come
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people say that learning a foreign language is only useful for travelling or working in another country. Others believe there are other reasons to learn a second language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Shops should not be allowed to sell food and drinks tha are scientifically proven to be bad for people's health. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Other people think that, in today's world, subject like Science and Technology are more important than History. Disucss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people think computers and the Internet are more important in child’s education. Others believe that schools and teachers are essential for children to learn. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Sports programmes are very popular on television nowadays. Some people argue that those programmes are the reasons for poor health of many young people as the prefer to watch sports rather than partake in them. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
You are planning to take a vacation. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter
• describe the vacation spot you have chosen
• explain how you plan to spend your time there
• invite your friend to join you on your vacation Begin your letter as follows:
Formal examinations are the only effective way to assess a student's performance. Continual assessment such as coursework and projects is not a satisfactory way to do this. Do you agree or disagree?
All parents want the best opportunity for their children. There are some people who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for children’s future. Discuss both of the views and give your opinion.
“Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults.” discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries around the world,rural people are moving to citites so that population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a possitive or a negative development?
Teens are forced in their attitudes in few events by their mates.People said that peer pressure is important and other says it has many demerits.To what extent do you agree or disagree.
*In many countries, people are not taking care of their elderly relatives but seeking the help of professionals to look after them. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?*
Bringing in foreign workers to fill positions that domestic workers are unwilling to do can ause problems in the local community and should therefore be stopped. To what extent do you agree with this?
E-books and e-readers are extremely popular and considered by many to be better than the traditional paper book. Others claim that paper is the better option. Discuss both these points and give your own opinion.
Walking is known to be beneficial for health but these days the number of people walking has reduced a lot. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to tackle this situation?
Some people believe that exams are an inappropriate way of measuring student’s performance and should be replaced by continuous assessments. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people think, however, that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these points of view and give your opinion.
Some school children buy healthy food from the school cafeteria. However, some buy unhealthy food. What are the reasons for both these situations? Should schools be allowed to sell unhealthy food?
“Some people think that zoos are cruel and should be closed down. Others, however, believe that zoos can be useful in protecting wild animals.” Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Money can bring people happiness but, in fact, there are more important reasons for a person’s happiness. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Newspaper have influenced people's ideas and opinions. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or a negative situation?
Cultures all around world have become more similar than they used to be. What are the reasons for this? Do you think it is a positive or negative?
Currently many people fail to balance their work with other parts of life. What are the causes? Are there any consequences?
Some people thnk that men and ươmen have different qualities, therefore certain jobs are suitable for men and others for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
tourism has become one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Million people today are travelling farther and farther throughout the year. Some people argue that the development of tourism has had negative effects on local communities, other think that its influences are positive. write an essay to discuss the effects of tourism on local communities including the reasons.
most important goal. Some people however think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people say the government should give the health care the first priority, some others believe there are more important priorities to spend the taxpayers’ money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
With the popularity of English growing by the day it is becoming a global language. Many people now neglect their own mother tongue and prefer to learn English. What are the problems that could arise if everyone adopts English as a language? Offer some solutions to this problem.
You have a permanent job, and few weeks ago you have started a part-time
short course. You are not satisfied with it and want to change this part time
course. Write a letter to your professor explaining
- What you are writing about
- why you are not satisfied with your present part-time course,
and stating which course you would prefer and why
nowadays, a lot of buildings, such as offices and schools, are now being built with an open play design. why is that? do you see this as a positive or negative development?