Differences between countries become less evident each year. Nowadays,all over the world,people share the same fashions,brands,advertising,and TV channels. Do you think the advantages of this trend outweigh its disadvantages?
Some people think that the only way to judge someone’s success in business is by the amount of money they make. To what extent do you agree or disagree
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
suggest what should be done about the problem
Write at least 150 words.
Some celebrities are famous because of their wealth and glamor. Some people believe they can set a bad example for young people. Do you agree or disagree?
Read the question below and write an opinion essay. Remember to write down a clear thesis statement followed by your essay plan. Only then attempt to write this essay. Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth rather than for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To What extent do you agree or disagree?
The qualities that a truly successful person in our modern life has cannot be learned at universities and similar academic institutions. To what extent do you agree?
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similiar to each other. You dont fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter
say which point in the article you agree with
explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Nowadays it is common for people to get married and have children in their thirties rather than when they are younger. Do you agree or disagree that this trend will benefit society?
Some people feel that the legal age at which people can marry should be at least 21. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
We can get knowledge from news. But some people even think we should not trust the journalists. What do you think? And what do you think are the important qulities that a journalist should have?
Some people think that government is wasting money on the arts, and that this money could be speant elsewhere. To what extent do you agree with that statement?
Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks, and motorcycles are banned in the city center. People are encouraged to use public transportation such as bicycles, buses, and taxis on vehicle-free days. Do you think the benefits of vehicle-free days outweigh the disadvantages?
Then, of course, consider the action prompt – to what extent do you agree or disagree? Well, what is it we’re agreeing or disagreeing with? There are essentially two parts to the statement – that working hours improve the economy, and that there are drawbacks to those long hours.
In some countries, there is an increase in the number of parents who educate their children at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
You recently returned from overseas by air and left a valuable item on the plane. Write a letter to the airline manager. In your letter:
Describe the item you left behind
say why it is important to you,
explain what you would like the airline manager to do
You have recently visited a local school in your community. It needs people who can help renovate the building and also help with some activities.
Write a letter to the principal of the school and say
– How would you be able to help?
– When and why would you do it?
– Who will help you to do it?
Topic: Some people believe that children should spend more time participating in physical activities rather than playing computer games. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Animals “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 own opinion
In many parts of the world, people now often throw things away when they are broken and buy new ones, whereas in the past broken things were repaired and used again. Why do you think this is the case? What problems may it lead to?
Tese days, a considerable amount of adversing is directed at children.Sould it be banned because of the adverse effects? to some extent do you agree or disagree?
The top priority of businessess is making money, and they do not need to have social responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays in many countries, both men and women work full-time. Logically, women and men should share household tasks equally. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Employers now tend to prefer employees with good social skills in addition to good qualifications. In fact, social skills are getting more and more important compared to qualifications. Do you agree or disagree?
You are planning a business trip to another city. You will have some free time to do some sightseeing while you are there. Write a letter to a friend who lives in the city you will visit. In your letter
• explain the purpose of the trip
• ask about things to do and see in the city
• invite your friend to do something with you during your visit
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear………..
Nowadays, there is no need for museums and art galleries anymore.since everything is accessible through internet, people can find historic facts there. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons and examples of your personal knowledge.
You work in an international compny. You need to take some time off work.
Write a letter to your employer. In your letter
- explain why you need this time off
- give details of when you want the time off
- say who can do your work when you are away
What Indian book or film do you think portrays a country’s culture the best? Would you recommend it to a foreign friend who wishes to learn and understand that country? Describe the book or film and explain why you would recommend it. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer
A museum near your house is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for voluntary/unpaid work in your letter:
Explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
Describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
Give details of when you would be available for work.
A huge amount of money goes towards children's education. In some countries, the government pays some or all of the costs. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that any cities in the world are now "one big traffic" How true do you think this statement is? What measures can government take to discourage people from using their cars.
DOGS ARE ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR PETS IN THE WORLD, YET MANY WOULD SAY IT IS INAPPROPRIATE TO HAVE THEM IN BUILT UP INNER CITY AREAS. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE
In the modern world. it is no longer neccesary to use animals as food and in other products like clothing and medicines. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Young people who commit serious crimes should be punished in the same way as adults. To want extent do you agree or disagree?
People these days watch TV, films and other programs alone rather than with other people. Do this advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people from poor and rural background from it difficult to get a university education.Universities have to make it easier especially for such groups to get into them.To what extent do you agree or disagree.
You have recently ordered an item from the internet, but are not happy with the purchase.
Write to the company. In your letter
•Describe what you purchased
• Explain why you are not happy with the purchase
• Tell them what you would like them to do about the situation
theme: Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Attending a live performance (for example, a play ,a concert,or sporting event)is more enjoyable than watching the same event on television. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people think that men and women have different natural abilities that make them suitable for different types of work. Others, however, believe that both men and women can be equally suited to do any type of work. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
The workplace nowadays is trying to employ the equal number of females and males. Do you think it is a positive or negative trend
Some people think individuals and society should pay more attention to the future than to the present. Do you agree or disagree?
wild animals have no place in the 21st century, so protecting them is a waste of resource. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
many people like to wear a fashionable clothes. What is the reason for that, do you think this is a good or a bad thing?
many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. do you agree or disagree? agree= smoking worked, disagree= children ask parents, search for substitute
As Earth runs out of natural resources, we have started to look to space for solutions. However, some people argue that this is the wrong thing to do. To what extent do you agree with them? What alternatives might there be to exploiting space for natural resources?
Many museums and historic sites are mainly visited by tourists rather than by local residents. What are the causes of this? What can be done for museums and historic sites to attract more local visitors?
Many Le Thanh Tong grade 11 students lack focus and drive. What is the causes for this? What do you do think is the most effective solution?
You know that a building company is planning to build new houses in immediate proximity to your house. Write a letter to the manager of the company.
In your letter
– Say how you found out about their plan
– Describe how you feel about it
– Explain what you hope that they do about it
In recent years a large number of highly skilled professionals like doctors, engineers and IT professionals from poorer countries are migrating to developed countries for better- paying jobs. What are the possible problems of this and what solutions can you suggest to deal with this issue?
Better driver education for better driving habits is more effective than heavier punishments for driving offenses. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.