The environmental problems that today's world is facing are so great that there is little c can do to improve the situation. So governments and large organizations should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The number of animals and plants is decreasing at a dangerous rate around the world. What are the causes of the problem? What can be done to improve this situation?
Sociologists opine that social networking websites can have a negative impact on society as they can be used to spread false information. Do you agree or disagree
Nowadays museums are mainly visited by foreigners or tourists, not by local people. Why do you think this is the case? What can be done to attract local visitors?
More and more are moving away from an agricultural background to relocate to cities in order to look for work? What will be consequences of this? What solutions can you offer?
Many people choose to work or live abroad because of the higher standards of living they can find outside their home country. Do you think this brings more advantages or disadvantages to the people who follow this path?
The range and quality of food that we can buy has changed due to technological advances. Do the advantagesof this trend outweigh the disadvantage?
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In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvanteges of giving children this message
Eco-tourism is now defined as responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment. What are the advantages of Eco-tourism? how can we make Eco-tourism more popular ?
An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problems does this cause? What can be done to deal with this situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Higher education can be funded in several ways including the following three: 1. All costs are paid by government. 2. All costs are paid by the student. 3. All costs are paid by the student using loans from the government that must be replaid after graduation. Discuss the benefits of each option. Which is the best one?
Challenge 3 : In today’s digital age, anyone with a smartphone can capture and share photographs. This accessibility to photography diminishes the value of professional photographers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Childcare has always been of primary concern and importance. Do you think that courses designed to help mothers are necessary or can they acquire the essential knowledge through personal experience? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
In many societies, there is a growing emphasis on sustainable living and reducing environmental impact. What are the challenges of adopting a sustainable lifestyle? What practical actions can individuals take to contribute to sustainability? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for music and sports and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The internet has changed the way people share and use information, but it has also create problem that did not exit in the past. What are the main problems assosiated with the internet? What solutions can you suggest?
Global warming is one of the most serious issues that the word is facing today. What are the causes of global warming and what measures can governments and individuals take to tackle the issue?
In recent years,life has become more stressful than it has ever been .As a consequence more and more people are suffering from stress related problems. What factors are contributing to this increase and what do you think can be done to overcome current problems?
Some people believe that the problem of illegal drugs can be solved by just legalizing all drugs. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? J
People nowadays are used to disposable items meaning that they use things for short time and throw them away. What do you think is the cause of this and what problems can it lead to?
Some people think human behavior can be limited by the law, while others think the law has little effect. What is your opinion?
The older people who need employment have to compete with younger pnes. What problems can this create? What are some solutions?
Successful sports professional can earn a great deal more money than people in other important profession. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
People who are learning a foreign language can face a number of difficulties. What are some of these problems ? In your opinion , what are the best ways to over come these difficulties ?
In many countries nowadays consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world. Do you think this is a postive or negative development? give resons for your answer and include relevant examples?
Some people think human behavior can be changed by laws, while others think laws have little effect. What is your opinion?
You applied for and paid to attend a series of three work-related seminars due to begin next week. unfortunately, you have just received news that your father has been taken ill suddenly and you will have to return home to Hong Kong to see him. You are disappointed as the seminar would have been very helpful to your career and you were looking forward to attending.
Write a letter to the owner of the hotel. in your letter
advise them of your inability to attend express your disappointment and apologies
ask you can attend the seminar was at the later date
if there are no more seminar this year ask for a refund
Some people think that zoos area all cruel and should be closed down. Others however believe that zoos can be useful in protecting wild animals. Discuss both opinions and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to your friend who is moving to your hometown. In your letter: Describe your hometown Recommend a place to live Suggest things your friend can do in their free time
Particular cultures are under threat nowadays due to the fact that we are living in a global village.What do you think can be done to protect a society's traditional values and cultures?
write a letter to your manager to request setting up cafeteria for staffs.
how you feel about it
what you heard about inconvenience
what suggestion you can give
Team/group activities can teach more important skills for life than those activities which are played alone. To what extent do you agree or disagree？
You can get up-to-date news from the radio, TV and the Internet. Which kind of media do you think is the best to get the news?
Nowadays, shopping online is becoming popular because of it’s benefits. For example, the consumers can buy books, air tickets or anything they need on the Internet. There are many advantages of this phenomenon. Beside, the drawbacks of shopping online are also a problem. In my opinion, the benefit of buying things on the internet outweigh the disadvantages.
Scientific research can be the most effective when done by private companies. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Due to low- cost airlines, many more people can travel abroad than ever before. do the advantages that tourists bring to the countries they visit outweigh the disadvantages?
one problem faced by almost every large city is traffic congestion. what do you think the causes are? what soultions can you suggest?
Some people point that experiential learning (i.e., learning by doing it) can work well in formal education. However, others think a traditional form of teaching is the best. Do you think experiential learning can work well in high schools or colleges?
The qualities and skills that a person requires to become successful in today's world can not be earned at a University or any other academic institution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your friend asked you for some help for the preparation of a party that he/she is going to throw at his/her home. Write a letter to your friend asking:
*What can you help with?
*What will you bring for the party?
*When you have time to help.
Begin your letter with:
Dear..........,
Write at least 150 words.
Some people say that the age of books has passed; information can be accessed via videos, computers, television, films and so forth. Other people think books and written words will still be essential for information dissemination and education. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people get into debt 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 having this problem?
People have better access to education, but many adults cannot read and write. In what ways are they disadvantaged without these skills? What can governments do to solve this problem?
You have been facing a lot of issues at work lately. Write a letter to your Reporting Manager informing him about this.
In your letter:
• Explain what / who is affecting your work and people's attitude towards you
• What your expectations are from this work/office
• How / what your manager can do to help you with these problems
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
What do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world? How can people work towards achieving an ideal society?
Study online Some universities now offer their courses on the internet so that people can study online. Is this a positive or negative development.
The internet contains a lot of information that can help people, however, sometimes the information is inaccurate or wrong. Do you agree or disagree?
Many expatriates living abroad face significant challenges, particularly when they must communicate in a foreign language. Some argue that this difficulty can lead to serious social and practical problems. I agree with this view, as a lack of fluency in the local language can greatly hinder the ability to form social connections and secure suitable employment opportunities.
Human activities have negative effects on ant and animal species. Some people think that it is too late to do anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.