Missions to explore space are hugely expensive, and there are problems on Earth which demand attention. The number pf these missions needs to be reduced. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that the world’s most urgent problems can only be solved by international collaboration. Do you agree or disagree?
In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas? (15GT-1;V; 22/1/21)
«Most countries aim to improve their standard of living through economic development, but many important social values can be lost as a result. Do the advantages of economic development outweigh the disadvantages?»
You recently bought a second-hand car from a company that sells used cars, but the car developed some problems. You have phoned, left messages and sent emails, but you have not heard anything from the company that sold you the car.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
explain the problems you have had in contacting the company, and explain your dissatisfaction
describe the problems with the car
tell the manager what you want him to do
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
More and more people are visiting historic sites and sometimes tourists damage these ancient sites. The number of people visiting these places should be strictly limited. Do you agree or disagree?
There are movements all over the world to prohibit smoking from buildings such as restaurants, bars, clubs, offices and other indoor spaces. People argue secondhand smoke is dangerous and that such laws protect public health. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Many people say that globalisation and the growing number of multinational companies have a negative effect on the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, many medical research projects are funded by private companies. In your opinion, do you think that research should be carried by private companies, individuals or government? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, women are allowed to take maternity leave during the first month after the birth of the new-born. Do you think the advantages of maternity leave outweigh the disadvantages?
The rise of convenience foods has helped people keep up with the speed of the modern lifestyle. what are the advantages of this trend? do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Employers should give its staff at least four weeks ofholidays a year to make employees do better in their jobs.To what extent do you agree or disagree
University and colleges are now offering qualifications through distance learning from the Internet rather than teachers in the classroom. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that computer should be made as fourth skill in education. To what extent do you agree?
TOPIC – Some people say that the main aim of advertising is to improve sales of products that people do not really need. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays more and more people have household appliances, such as refrigerators or washing machines. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
15. Some people believe that university students should pay for their tuition fees because university education only benefits students themselves, not society as a whole. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The teaching of Information Technology is a standard part of the school curriculum in most secondary schools. The same is now happening in primary schools,where children as young as six are learning how to use computers. However, there is a danger that IT skills are being taught at the expense of more basic skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people are now opting to provide technology companies with their personal data in-exchange for access to software. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
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?
interviews form the basic selection criteria for most large companies.However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whoom to employ and there are other better method. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
n the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extend do you agrer or disagree with this statemnet?
Many people decide on a career path early in their lives and keep to it. This argue, leads to a more satisfying working life. To what extent do you agree with this view? What other things can people do to try and have a satisfying working life?
Environmental protection is the responsibility of politicians, naot individuals because individuals can do too little. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Now a days people are admiring media and sports stars even though they don’t set a good example. Do you think it is positive or negative development.
In this technological personal information of all kinds is held on computer by different companies and organization in many countries. Do the advantages of this development out weigh the disadvantages?
Young people who commit crimes should be treated in the same as adults who commit crimes.To whats extent do you agree or disagree?
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?
Some shops are open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Do you think it is a good thing for customers, the shop staff and the economy as a whole?
In the modern world, it is no longer necessary to use animals for food, clothing or medicines. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people say that we should not encourage sport games among schools because they lead to competition rather than cooperation. To what extend do you agree or disagree with?
-Some people claim that not enough of the waste from home 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.
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever befare. Sorne people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more e/derly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
Some spend alot of money on weddings .why do they do this? Do you think it is good to spend alot of money on weddings
Logging of the rainforests is a serious problem and may lead to animal and human life extinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Unemployment among young people is a serious problem.One solution has been suggested is to shorten the working week. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages? Do you think this policy should apply to just young workers or the whole workforce?
“Prevention is better than cure” Out of a country’s health budget, a large proportion should be diverted from treatment to spending on health education and prevention measures. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people say that school studies are not useful and most important things are learnt outside the school. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and examples.
Government spend millions of dollars each year on theri space programs. Some people argue that money should be spent on improving living standards on Earth. Do you agree or disagree ?
Some people think that it is more important to plant trees in open areas of towns and cities than to build more housing. fo whot extent do you agree or disagree?
In today’s very competitive world, a worker has to possess multiple skills to succeed. Among the skills that a worker should possess, Which skill do you think is more important, social skills or good qualification? Explain the reasons and provide specific examples to support your answer.
The governments should give each citizen a basic income so that they have enough money to live on, even if they are unemployed. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that technology has made people’s lives easier while others think the opposite. Which do you believe and why? Give explanations and examples to support your opinion.
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just read an article in an international magazine which contains some incorrect information about your town.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter,
• say which points in the article you are in agreement with
• explain ways in which your town centre is different from what is stated in the article
• provide some interesting local facts about your town
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The main aim of scheme should be to improve the people's lives . To which extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nuclear power is far too dangerous. Therefore, countries should ban its use and concentrate instead on developing alternative sources of energy such as hydroelectric power, wind power, and solar energy. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer
Governments should spend money on railways rather than roads. To what extent do you agreee or disagree with this statement.
Without capital punishment (the death penalty) our lives are less secure and violent crimes increases. Capital punishment is essential to control violence in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people think that the teenagers should concentrate on all subjects at school. Others beleive that teenagers should focus on the subject they are best or they are most interested are most interested in. To what extent do you agree?
Many people believe that social media such as Facebook has a huge impact on society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?