Television has had a significant influence on the culture of many societies. To what extent whould you say that television has positively or negatively affected the cultural development of your society
Nowadays there is a trend that media focuses on problems and emergencies rather than positive developments. Some people think that it is harmful to individual and societies. To what extent do you agree ?
Many people believe that family has a more significant influence on a child’s life and development than other factors, such as friends, TV, music, etc. Do you agree or disagree with its statement
Chorleywood is a village near London whose population has increased steadily since the middle of the nineteenth century. The map below shows the development of the village. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the development of the village.
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population inthe countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually empahise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is positive or negative development?
The cost of air travel has fallen in recent years. Do you believe this is a positive or negative development? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as improtant to a child's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal firness trainer, rather tha playing sports or doing exercise classes. What are the reasons for this ? Is this a positive or a negative development
Nowadays many people prefer to shop in supermakets rather than small shops or local markets. Is this positive or negative for development? Discuss and give your opinion.
Online shopping is now replacing shopping in stores. Do you think it is a positive or a negative development ?
Some Children spend a long time each day on their smartphone. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
Teleworking has been on the increase in recent years. Do you think this is a negative or postive development ?
Couniries are beComing more and more similar because people buy the sSame products anywhere in the world. are able to Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
It is now possible for scientist and tourist to travel to remote natural environment, such as the south pole. Do the advantages of this development outweigh disadvantages?
In their advertising, business nowadays usually emphasize that their product are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, a growing number of poeple with health problems are trying alyernative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a nagative development?
Some countries achieve international sporting success by building specialised facilities to train top athletes instead of providing sports facilities that everyone can use. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Spending time in another country, not as a part of a holiday, is beneficial for one's personal development. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Provide reasons and examples to support your answer.
In many countries paying for things using mobile apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantage or more disadvantages?
Nowadays people have many consumer goods in their homes such as refrigerator, washing machines. Is it a positive or negative development?
Many people today prefer to consume fast food rather than traditional home cooked meals. What are the reasons for this ? Do you think this is a positive or negative developments.
The maps belowshow an industrial area in the town ofNorbiton, and planned future development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Now many physical retail stores (such as clothing stores) are being replaced by online shops. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that there will be a reduction in air travel in the future. Do you think that this is a positive or negative development?
The map below shows the development of the village of Reymouth between 1995 and present.
The given maps show the picture of the Norbiton industrial area at this moment and planned future development.
Computers have made it possible for office workers to work remotely instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraged as it is good for workers and employers. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Many people in cities live alone or in small family units instead of with extended family. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Why are more people living alone in cities? Why is this the case? Is this a positive or a negative development?
Nowadays, more people are choosing to socilise online rather than face to face. Is this a positive or negative development?
Many people these days change career throughout their working life. What are the main reasons for it? Is it a positive or negative development for them personally and for the society as a whole?
The bar chart shows the percenatge partiripation of men in senior development in 3 companies from 1980 to 2010
Ques: Some people say that parents have the most important role in a child's development. However others argue that other things like television or friends have the most significant influence. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries small shops and towns centers are going out of business, because people tend to drive to the large out-of-town stores. This results in an increase in car use and it also means that people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores. Do you think advantages of such development outweigh its disadvantages?
Some people today prefer to get advice for medical problems and do not want to visit a doctor. Why is this? Is this a positive or a negative development?
With the increasing use and development of new technology, many machines are now able to do the work which people used to perform. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience.
Nowadays celerities earn more money than politicians. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive or negative development.
computers and A.I. technology are increasingly used for online education. Can artificial intelligence enhance the learning experience? Is this a positive or negative developments?
Governments needs to spend money to encourage the development of sports and art for school students, rather than to support professional sports or art events. Do you agree or disagree?
With the development of the social media more and more of youngsters are being allowed unsupervised access to the internet in order to meet and chat with friends which can lead to potentially dangerous situations. What solutions can you suggest to deal with this situation.
Nowadays, some employers think that formal academic qualifications are more important than life experience or personl qualities when they look for new employees. Why is it the case ? Is it a positive or negative development ?
People today shop, work and communicate with others via the Internet instead of face to face communication. Is it a positive or negative development？
Nowadays, internet and television have given ordinary people a chance to become famous. Is this a positive or negative development?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local community. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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?
Some countries have introduced a law to limit working hours for employers, why? Do you think is it a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that the time spent on television, video and computer games can be valuable for children. Others believe this may have negative effects on a child's development. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.
Today, more and more people use robots to do tasks at home and at work. Do you think it is a positive or negative development？
In many countries around the wortel, nural people. are moving to cities, so the population inthe Countryside is deereaing. Do you think it is a positive negative development