Some people think that cities are the best place others prefer to live in country. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of living in the city to living in the countryside.
Some people think that success in life comes trom hard work and determination, while others think hot there are more infortant factors such as money and appearance. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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.
The arts, including art, music and theatre are considered to be important in society. Do you think the arts still have a place amongst our modern lifestyles? Should the arts be included in the school curriculum?
some people think cities are the best place to live. Orthers prefer to live in the countryside. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Scientific research today attempts to go too far. There are certain things in the world which we simply should not try to understand. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge orcexperience.
Today, there are many tasks at home or work that have been done by robots. Is this a positive or negative development？
Many say that international students should reside in university dormitories while others think shared community housing is better. What are the advantages of both? Which approach do you favour? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.
Many people believe that formal “pen and paper” examinations are not the best method of assessing educational achievement. Discuss this view and give your own opinion. What is your view of examinations?
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others believe there are better alternatives to reduce crime. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies. Do the advantages of studying abroad outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Young people are often the first to suffer when job opportunities are scarce. In which ways does age affect employment opportunities ? how might employers deal with the issue fairly ? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience .
A lot of people nowadays are spending too much money and they do not save anything for future use. What are the reasons for people spend too much? Is this a positive or negative development?
In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of advertisements which try to persuade children to buy snacks, toys, and other goods. Parents often claim that these ads are unfair. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You saw an advertisement asking for help with a project focusing on improving environmental protection. Write a letter to project organizers. In your letter, – Introduce yourself and say why you are interested to help – Explain how you could contribute to the project – Mention the days and times when you are available.
To achieve personal happiness, the relationships we have withother people (friends, colleagues, family) are more essential than every other thing. Issues like wealth and occupations take the second place. Write to support this claim.
Some people are of the view that only university education can ensure success, whereas many others oppose this view. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some countries are building new roads and facilities to make remote culture heritage sites such as archaeological ruins in the Jungle accessible to a great number of tourist. Is this a positive or negative development?. give reason for your answer and include any relevant example from your knowledge.
Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little impact on public health and measures are required. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Mental health concerns are a growing issue for many people around the world. What ate some reasons for poor people mental health, and what can goverenments to do support citizens' mental.
You have invited a friend to visit you next month. Unfortunately, you are not able to meet him/her.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
•Apologize for the change of plans
•Explain why you are unable to meet him/her
• Suggest another time for him/her to visit
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter, • describe the situation • explain your problems and why it is difficult to work • say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
You are going to an English Speaking country for some months. Write a letter to the rental agency. In your letter.
1. the type of house you want
2. facilities you require
3. for how long you need the accomodation
More and more couples are deciding to be “child-free”, to have no children, in other words. Some people claim that those couples reach this conclusion through entirely selfish reason. While others think that they came to this decision through noble motives, such as concern about overpopulation and desire for independence. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
in many countries doday,crime novels and tv crime dramas are becoming more and more popular why do you think that these books and tv shows are popular? what is your opinopn of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?
Question: Some people suggest that mobile phones are harmful to children while others think otherwise. Discuss these opposing points and give relevant examples.
In many countries, the levels of obesity and related health problems are increasing rapidly. What do you think are the causes of this problem, and what solutions can you suggest?
In Western countries, people spend a lot of money on their pets. They buy special food for their cats and dogs, buy them toys and often pay high fees for medical treatment. Some people think this is a waste of money and argue that pets are dirty and dangerous. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a pet? Do people spend too much money on pets? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
We are becoming increasingly dependent on computer-based technology. How do you think it will change in the future? Is it good for us to rely so much on computers?
Increasing number of students are going to universirt instead of working after high school. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for younh people who do this.
Many people think that the professional sportsmen/sportswomen's behaviors on field and off fields are not important as long as they are good players. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Many people nowadays don’t feel safe either when they are at home or go out. What are the reasons? What can we do to solve this problem?
some people think that success in life comes form hard work and determination, while others think that there are more important factors such as money and appearance. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Children are facing more pressures from academic, social and commercial sources. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures should be taken to reduce it?
The number of homeless people is increasing in many major cities around the world. What do you think are the reasons behind this? What measures could be taken to solve it?
Sending criminals to prison is not the best method of dealing with them. Education and job training are better ways to help them. Do you agree or disagree? [CRIME EDUCATION]
In the modern era, it is easy to sell, buy and work with others through the internet. But others are against it. Do you think this is a positive trend or a negative trend?
environmental problems are too big serious for individuals to solve and only big companies and govements can solve them. do you agree or disagree ?
people are spending more time away from their homes because they spend longer in their workplace.discuss adv. and dis adv.
Many people leave their home country to study abroad nowadays. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think most crime is the result of circumstances. Others believes that most crime is cused by people who are bad by nature. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Childern have more and more tests and exams to do at school, sometimes starting from the age of five or six right up untill the age of eighteen. What are the advantages and disadvantages if making childern do exams
The Internet has dramatically altered our lives over the past few decades. Although some of these changes have been negative, the overall effect of this technology had been positive. What are your opinions on this? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
In many countries children are taught discipline using both means encouragement as well as punishment. Which method is more suitable and effective? Is discipline necessary for children.
n some countries, most people prefer to rent their homes rather than buying them. What are the advantages and disadvantages of renting a home?
An increasing number of professionals such as doctor and teacher are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problem does this cause? What can be done to deal with this situation?
doctors in many countries say that poeple do not do enough physical excercise. What are the causes of this trend. How can this situation be improved?
Practice 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course. Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter, •describe the situation •explain why you cannot continue at this time •say what action you would like to take You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any address.
In the past, most people used to travel to their work. With increased use of computers, the internet and smart phones, more and more people are starting to work from home. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
A lot of people think that in the modern era we are more dependent on others, while others think that people have become more independent. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.