Nowadays, when popular consumer products sell well, it is not because of societal requirements but because of advertising's influence. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages ot this outweigh the disadventages?
Vaccinating children against preventing diseases is not only unnecessary but also dangerous to waht extend do you agree or disagree?
In some countries today, there is an attitude that anyone can do it in the arts. As a result, people with no talent bocome rich and famous and geniuine talent is not valued. Do you agree or disagree?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now one big traffic jam. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governement take to discourage people from using theirs cars?
The traditional life style of local people in developing countries is attracting and increasing the number of tourists to the countries which has the effect of preventing local people changing to modern ways. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driveless. The only people travelling inside these vehicle will be passengers. Do you think the advantage of driveless vehicles outweigh the disadvantage?
R) It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
People who have original ideas are of much greater value to society than those who are simply able to copy the ideas of others well. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in town and cites closing. Do you agree or disagree?
Very few school children learn about the value of money and how to look after it, yet this is a critical life skill that should be taught as a part of school curriculum. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that social networking sites (such ad Facebook) have had a huge impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree ?
In many countries, women and men are working full-time. It is therefore logical for women and men to share household work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
"You are planning to visit a friend who lives in another city. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
explain why you want to visit
tell them when you plan to come
ask them for suggestions on what to do during your visit."**
Today, many people do not have time to spend with their families in large cities. What problems does this cause? What can be done about this?
More young people in the workforce change their jobs or careers every few years. What are the reasons for this? Do the disadvantages outweigh the advantages?
Improvements in health, education and trend are essential for the development of poorer nations. However, the governments of richer nations should take more responsibilities for helping the poorer nations in such areas. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In many countries today, crime novels and TV crimes drams are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV show are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities so the polpulation in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your won knowledge or experience.
Some claim newspapers are the best means to get the most recent information beacuse they have more influence than other forms of media.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is expected there will be a higher proportion of old people than young people in the future in some countries. Do you think it is positive or negative development?
Fewer schools require school children to learn and improve their handwriting skills. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of this trend?
Some people think that the government should pay one of the parents of very young children to stay at home to look after their children. What do you think would be the advantages and disadvantages of this policy? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say that distance learning is a quick and effecttive way to study. Others, however, disagree and say that distance learning programs can never be as good as courses taken in person. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
In the future, nobody wiil buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now "one big traffic jam". How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative developmen
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that real life skills like cooking, housekeeping and gardening should be included in the curriculum as compulsory subjects? Do you agree or disagree? Explain your opinion, using specific reasons and details.
Some people think that children under 18 yrs old should receive full time education. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Social media marketing can influence what consumers buy. Do you agree or disagree? To what extent do you agree?
The leaders or directors of organizations are often elderly people. However some say that young people can also take the lead of organisations or companies. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
School children are becoming far too dependent on computers. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. Teachers need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all costs and go back to teaching basic study skills. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Governments around the world are spending billions in support of space programs. This money would be better spent on research into improvements in human health. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime drama 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
Human activities have a negative effect on plant and animals species. Some people say that it is too late to do anything. Some people think that we should take effective action to improve the situation. Discuss both sides and give an opinion.
The art, including art ,music and theatre are considered to be important in society. Do you think the art still have a place amoungst our modern lifestyles? Should the art be included in the school curriculum
Some modern artists receive huge sums of money for the things they create, while others struggle to survive. Governments should take steps to resolve this unfair situation» To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The current trend in education is to move away from traditional exams and instead have continuous assignments over the school year. What do you think of this trend?
In some countries, prison is seen as the solution to crime. However, some people believe that giving people a better education is a better way to prevent them from committing crimes. To what extent do you agree or disagree with these ideas? Give your opinions based on your knowledge and expeiences.
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. 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.
In the past employees worked for small businesses, but now many are working for large businesses. Do you think working for large businesses has more advantages than disadvantages?
In recent years, artificial intelligence has gained popularity, with some suggesting that it has the potential to bring about significant changes in human society. Why is this happening? Do you believe this trend has a positive or negative impact?
Many criminals reoffend after they have been punished. Why do some people contribute to commit crimes after they have been punished, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
Families who send their children to private schools should not be required to pay taxes that support the state education system. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Some people believe that parents of children who attend private schools
Today it is a common practice for many business meeting and business training to take place online. Do advantages out-weight the disadvantages.
your local hospital has advertised for people to do some unpaid work helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time.
Write a letter to the hospital. in your letter
- explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital
-Say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do
-give details of when you would be available for this work
n the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shops using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or phone. Do you think this will happen one day? Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?
Some people feel that students should not have to take standardized tests in school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today people do less exercise. Some people believe that conducting sporting events such as the Olympics or World Cup encourage people to live healthy while others indicate that there are various other methods to remain healthy. Discuss both views and state your opinion.