Some people like to try new things, for example, places and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attitudes and give your own opinion
The graph shows the annual income of languages-related jobs in US dollars in five cities.
IN SOME COUNTRIES OWING THE HOME RATHER THEN RENTING ONE IS IMPORTANT ? WHY MIGHT THIS BE THE CASE? DO YOU THINK IT IS A POSITIVE SIDE OR NEGATIVE SITUATION?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter:
correct the information in the article
explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Write at least 150 words
The leaders of most organisations tend to be older people.However, some argue that younger people tend to make better bosses. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Education should be accessible to people of all economic backgrounds. All levels of education, from primary school to tertiary education, should be free. To what extent do you agree
With the rapid advancement of communication technology: smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices, some people believe that the disadvantages outweigh the advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays people waste a lot of food that was bought from shops and restaurants. Why do you think people waste food? What can be done to reduce the amount of food they throw away?
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if the wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many doctors say that people in today`s world do not do enough physical exercise. What do you think are the causes of this? what solutions are there to this problem?
RR) It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?
It is better to buy just a few expensive clothes, rather than lots of cheapers clothes. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that there could be more benefits to society if more people studied business than history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Older generation often hold some traditional ideas on the correct way of life, thoughts and behavior. Most people argue that it is not helpful for younger generations to prepare for modern life. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
People have different jo exception for jobs. Some people prefer to do same job for same company, whereas other prefer to change jobs frequently. Write advantages and disadvantages of each view point.
29.It is so difficult for little ordinary people can do to improve the environmental problems today. Therefore, the state leader and big companies should be taking charge of solving the amount of environment damage. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries govrnments are investing in new technology to deal with the public why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government money?
The prevention of health problems is more important than treatment and medicine. Government funding should reflect this. To what extent do you agree?
Today, the quality of life in large cities is decreasing. What is the reason ? What can be done to resolve this problem?
Many working people get little or no exercise either during the working day or in their free time, and have health problems as a result. Why do many working people not get enough exercise? What can be done about this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The bar chart below shows current health expenditure totals as percentages of GDP* for various European countries for the years 2002, 2007 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should * GDP (Gross Domestic Product) is the total value of goods that are made and services that are provided in a country.
Disruptive school students have a negative influence on others. Students who are noising and disobedient should be grouped together and taught separately. Do you agree or disagree? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant example for your own knowledge or experience
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctors. Do you think this is positive or negative trend?
Some people are afraid to go out for fear of being robbed on the streets. Still, there are robberies that happen inside houses. What do you think is the best thing a person can do to ensure his or her own security? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Extreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
In some areas of the Us, a curfew is imposed in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after particular time at night unless they are accompanied by adults what is your opinion about this
Director and mangers are mostly older people. Some people believe young people will become better leaders. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is not a good idea to make art and music lessons part of the curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people believe that university education should only be offered to those who can pay for their courses and the government should not be expected to fund higher education. To what extent do you agree?
Some people believe that schoolchildren should do their class work individually. Other people believe that sometimes class works should be done in small groups. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Topic: Many people are copying celebrities from magazines and on TV. Why is thishappening? Do you think it’s a good idea to copy celebrities?
People attend colleges or universities for many different reasons (for example, new experience, career preparation, interested knowledge etc). Why do you think people attend colleges or universities? You should give reasons for your answers using your own ideas and experiences.
In today’s world, some people think that museums and art galleries are unnecessary because everything is available online. Do you agree or disagree?
The shortage of housing in big cities can cause severe consequences. Only government action can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have been invited to attend an interview for a place studying a course in a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot come at the time they wish.
Write a letter to the admissions tutor:
•explain your position
•apologies and offer to come on another day or later the same day.
•ask how long the interview will be and whether there will be any tests during it.
You do NOT need to write your own address.
You should write at least 150 words.
Despite better access to education, some adults are not able to read or write. What are the main disadvantages of this? What can be done to solve this problem?
Some countries have implemented mandatory community service programs for young people. In these programs, children aged 16 to 18 do charity works, help old people or work with animals. What are some advantages and disadvantages of this for young people?
Some countries have become much richer than others. Richer countries should now help poorer countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The rise of social media has affected personal relationships and society as a whole. Do the advantages of using social media for communicaton outweigh the disadvantage?
People nowadays prefer to interact online (e.g. do shopping, chat with friends) rather than talking to other people face-to-face. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
Today,people's life expectancy is much higher than before. Some beleive that older people should continue to work. Do you agree or disagree?
You are working at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment in your letter describe the problem with the equipment explain how this problem affects you say what you want the shop to do
The news media have too much influence on peoples lives today and this is a negative development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
: People generally know that the environment is important. However, most individuals still don't take responsibility to protect the environment. Why is this? What should be done to encourage people to protect the environment? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Travel from and to work is becoming more difficult. One solution is that employers should allow employees to work at home. Do you agree that the advantages are more than disadvantages?
Some people think certain prisoners should be made to do unpaid community work instead of being put behind bars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is important to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. to what extend do you agree and disagree with this opinion? what sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
The key to reducing crime is to have more police patrolling the streets.’ How far do you support this proposal? What other ways of reducing crime may be effective?
Research shows that some activities are good for health and othe are bad.Despite knowing that millions of people engange in unhealthy activites. What is the cause of this? What can be done?
The graph shows the annual income of languages-related jobs in US dollars in five cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.