It is now possible for scientist in tourists to travel to remote natural environments such as the south pole. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Many companies sponsor sports as a way to advertise themselves. some people think that it is good for the word of sports, while others think it has disadvantages, too. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
COMPUTETRS ARE AN ESSENTIAL FEATURES OF MODERN EDUCATION. SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT CERTAIN SUBJECTS, SUCH AS MATHEMATICS, ARE BETTER TAUGHT USING COMPUTERS. OTHER HOWEVER, THINK THAT THERE ARE ASPECTS OF EDUCATION IN WHICH COMPUTER USE IS INADEQUATE. DISCUSS BOTH THE VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION
Some people think that the government should fund training courses for performing arts such as music, dance and arts lessons for children. Others think that they should be funded by private businesses or by children's families. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many businesses owners find their staff lack sufficient interpersonal skills such as ability to cooperate their coworkers.What are the causes ? Can you suggest some possible solutions?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has asked for your advise
In your letter:
• explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday.
•describe some possible disadvantages.
•say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
such as their hobbies, and interests, and whether they are married or single. Some people say that this information may be relevant or useful. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
One of your friends wants to apply for a job at a summer school camp as a sports trainer. Write a letter to the camp manager to recommend your friend.
In your letter
•say how well you know your friend
• describe the qualifications and experience that your friend has
• explain why your friend would be suitable for this job.
Some people think that it is important to have a single language as an official international language. Others think that it will make it difficult to identify countries and cause a less of culture. What are your opinions on this?
In many countries, plastic containers have become more popular than ever. They are used in many businesses such as food and drink industry. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages.
Environmental protection is the responsibility of politicians, not individuals as individuals can do too little. To what extend do you agree or disgree?
One of your friends ask you to be a partner in his new business.
write a letter to reply him:
- give your opinion about your friend's business idea
- tell him weather or not you have decided to accept his offer
- and explain your reason for this decision
Because of the global economy, many goods including what we use as daily basis produced by other countries have to be transported for a long distance. What extent do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Overpopulation in most developing countries in Asia and Africa is a problem. If these countries do not try to control the population immediately, they will face serious problems. What are your suggestions to control the population? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people belive that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue tht it is better to try and improve such situations Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that it is better to live and work in a vertical city with multiple tall buildings, as compared to a horizontal city with fewer tall buildings. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give your explanation using some relevant examples from your experience.
A building company is planning to build new houses on some land near where you live , and has asked the public for comments.
Write a letter to the manager of the building company in your letter
+ say how you heard about the building company’s plan
+ give your opinion of the plan
+ say what you hope the building company will do
A friend of yours has recently written to you asking for advice about a problem at work. You have had a similar problem at your workplace in the past. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, tell your friend how you feel about the problem explain how you faced a similar situation in the past suggest possible solutions to the problem
People spend too much on family celebrations such as birthdays and weddings. What are the importance of these celebrations? Do you think people really spend too much?
In many developed countries, life expectancy is rising while birthrates are falling. As a result, the elderly will make up a much larger proportion of the population in future. Is this a positive or negative development?
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do youagree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people say that the experiences a child has before starting school have the most influence on their future. Others say that experiences as a teenager, especially at school, are more influential. Discuss both views and give your own opinion?
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important to child's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the past people use to spend their free time in a battery as compared to nowadays. To what extend do you agree or disagree.
Some people believe young generation should follow traditions of their society; others, however, believe that young people should be free to make their own choice as individuals. Discuss both views
Some people believe that it ia good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbles and interests, and whether they are married or single. Some people say that this Information may be relevant and useful. Others disagree. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
It is known to all that technological and scientific advances have made more remarkable changes to the range and quality of our food. Some people regard it as an improvement, while others believe that the difference is harmful. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies. Do the advantages of studyng abroad outweigh the disadvantages?
It is argued that parents of children who break the rules should be punished in some ways as parents are responsible for the children’s actions. The table below shows the figures for imprisonment in five countries between 1930 and 1980.
The two maps below show an island, before and after the construction of some tourist facilities. Assel.
A friend who lives in another country has invited you to come and stay with him/her on your next holiday. You are too busy to accept the invitation. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, 1)Thank him/her for the invitation. 2)Explain why you cannot come. 3) Ask him/her about other times to visit.
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothes and enternatinment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that is important for children to make desicions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
the graph below illustrates internet users as percentage of population in the countries between 1999 and 2009.
Some people say libraries are important in society as a place to get information and use books. Others say as computers are advanced, libraries are a waste of money and recourses. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opi
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as posible in scientific research, business and the academic world. others. believe that some information is too important or too valuable to shave freely. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to a company asking for a refund for something
you bought from them online. In your letter include:
what you bought
what the problem is
why you want a refund
A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not well-managed. What are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world? Do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?
Travel has emerged as one of the biggest industries of this decade but its disadvantages cannot be overlooked. To what extent do you agree with statement.
Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks and motorcylces are banned from city center. People are encouraged to use public transports such as buses, taxis and metro on vehicle-free day. To what extent do you think the advantages of this outweighs the disadvantages
Some people believe that adults get motivated to exercise and play sports because of the major sports events such as the olympic games and the football worldcup. Others say that there are many ways apart from TV to encourage them to exercise. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people think that as long as professional sportsmen and sportswomen are good players, their behaviour on and off the playing field is not importsnt. do you agree or disagree?
You bought a set of China tea cups from a famous department store, as a Christmas present for your sister. When you reached home, you found that a few cups were broken. You went back to exchange the damaged cups, with the receipt, but the sales executive refused to take them back. • State what problem you had with the purchased item. • Complain about the inability of the sales staff to address the problem. • Describe how you want the store to solve the problem to your satisfaction.
Being a celebrity– such as a film star or singer – brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?
Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook) have had a huge negative impact on both individual and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree
You are living in a city in a foreign country, and a friend from your home country is soon coming to visit you for several days. Write an email to your friend. In your letter: Asking him or her to bring some things from home which you need Saying why you need them Making arrangements to meet
Some young people look forward to a year of travelling, a ‘gap year’, before they begin work or university and see it as a chance to broaden their horizons. For others this is an expensive waste of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A lot of places in the world relyon tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly. Describe the advantegs and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world. Do you think that benefits of tourism outweight its drawbacks?
Some people think that the main purpose of schools is to turn children into good citizens and workers, rather to benefit them as individual. To what extent do you agree or disagree?