Many people say that universities should only offer places to young students with the highest marks, while others say they should accept people of all ages, even if they did not do well at school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
It is argued that non -academic subjects like physical education, cookery and home science should not be taught at school and the sole focus should be on academic subjects considering the growing burden on children's minds. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, more and more people have access to the Internet. But constant availability of any information worsens people’s memory and critical thinking skills. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?Zhazira.
Part 2: The tendency for human beings to copy one another is shown in the popularity of fashion in clothes and other consumer goods. Do you agree or disagree?
The recent popularity of online shopping will result in the end of high street shops. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
People say that it is a waste of time for highschool students to learn literature such as novels and poems. Do you agree or disagree?
People are working for long hours than before, this leads to a stressful life ahead. what are the reasons for it? what employers can do to handle the situation?
Some people think that schools should involve students in school management. Do you agree or disagree with this idea, give reasons and examples supporting your answers
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It’s too expensive to look after and repair old buildings. Thus money should be spent on building modern buildings instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days, we are seeing an increasing amount of violence on television, and this is having a negative impact on children’s behaviour. Do you agree or disagree?
Goverment sholuld spend more money on medical research and less reasearching on environment .To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Some people say that it is beneficial for young people to visit different countries of the world, others oppose. Do you agree or disagree? Provide reasons and support them with your own examples.
Technology has developed very fast over the past 100 years. However, some people think that technological progress has brought negative effects on the humanity. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Media is increasing in famous people who have ordinary background. Why do you think people interest in lives of famous people? Do you think this is a good why?
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people pf different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
Smoking is a major cause of serious illness and death throughout the world today. In the interest of public health, governments should ban cigarettes and other tobacco products. Do you agree or disagree?
Scientific research today attempts to go too far. There are certain things in the world which we simply should not try to understand. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In today's world many people own a smartphone. Do you think the advantagees of owning a smartphone outweigh the disadvantages?
Many supermarkets are selling more and more food that are imported from other countries instead of selling food that is locally sourced. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people say that computer skills should be added to primary subjects in elementary school, such as reading, writing, and math. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people suggest that social networking and online communication have increased social isolation. In what ways do you think this has happened?
Nowadays because of digital technology it is possible for not only studios but also individuals to produce their own films. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In many countries senior positions have higher salaries compared to those of young workers of the same company. Some people think this is not justified. Do you agree or disagree?
some people think that books are losing importance as a source of entertainment and information.to what extent do you agree
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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You and your family are moving to another country for work, and you are looking to buy a house there.
Write a letter to a property agent. In your letter:
•Introduce yourself and your family.
•Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find.
•Give your preference for the location of the accommodation.
You do not need to write any addresses.
You recently ate at a restaurant. When you got home, you realized you had left your
jacket behind.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter,
• explain how and when you lost your jacket
• describe your jacket
• say what you would like the manager to do to help you find it
traffic jam is a problem in many cities and towns, To solve this problem, some suggest building underground railway, while others suggest expanding the road. Which one do you think is the best way?
Nowadays fast food is a trend in many places and countries. Many believe that it is affecting our lifestyle and diet too much. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
give contact details for when you are away
give instructions on how to care for your pet
describe other household duties
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear………….,
Many companies are developing electronic books. Some people think these books will replace paper books in the future. To what extent do you agree.
Communication through text messaging other instant form of communication are short and basic. Some people think this will be the death of grammar and spelling. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that mass media only bring negative effect to society and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children? Give reason for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that housing facilities should be built in the vacant areas of cities and towns, while others believe that parks should be set instead. Planting trees is very important for the environment. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
At the present time, the population of some countries inclides a relating large number if young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
With increased global demand for oil, should untouched areas of the world be opend for resourses? to what extent do you agree
It has been argued that globalization has been of unquestionable benefit to the world and that the people who criticize it stand in the way of progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree
some cities , public parks and pen spaces changed to garden for local people to grow their own fruit and vegetables. Do you think is benefits more than disantages?
Some people think that teenagers who commit crimes should be treated the same way as adult criminals. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the government is wasting money on the arts and that this money this money could be better spent elsewhere. To what extent do you agree with this view?
Many young people do not know how to manage their money when graduating high school. What do you think are the reasons? What come be done to teach them this important skill?
some people believe that people who do physical job should pay as same as ple who have high level degree. To what extent do you agree o disagree
Some countries have recently passed laws limiting the daily working hours of employees. Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact.
The world should have only one government rather than a national government for each country. Do you think advantages outweigh its disadvantages ?
Everyone deserves to be educated. It is unfair that intelligent people are not admitted to private universities because of their financial background. University education should be free for everyone. Do you agree or disagree? Provide relevant examples if necessa
Advances in science and technology and other areas of society in the last 100 years have transformed the way we live as well as postponing the day we die. There is no better lime to be alive than now. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people assume that the goal of every country should be to produce more materials and goods. To what extent do you agree or disagree that constantly increasing production is an appropriate goals?