The government should close companies that produce toxic waste materials without their own waste treatment facility in order to protect the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
The private car has greatly improved individual freedom of movement and has become a status symbol for many people. Yet the use of private cars has contributed to some of today's most serious problems. How can the use of private cars be reduced? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The maps below show an industral area in the town fo Norbiton, and planned future development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as foods, clothes, and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many people believe that reducing speed limits is the best option for road safety improvement. Do you think there are other measures that could be put in place? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
The internet means people do not need to travel to foreign countries to understand how others live. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Too much money is spent on maintaining and repairing old buildings. Some people think that they should be knocked out to give way to modern buildings.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The vast majority people believe in constructing stylish buildings to live in while many suggest to keep the ancient buildings. Ancient buildings send message to the new generation on what did look like and their behaviours.
There are many reasons to illustrate on how the old buildings are important for the new generations. First of all, the ancient buildings are made by our ancestors and I personally believe that we should have a look their imaginations and constructing buildings. Second of all, to see the constructing historic buildings make us more creative persons in our live to make even better buildings for the generations ahead.
On the other hand, new constructions can be an innovative model. If I point it out to some example, the connection of people in highly raised buildings are more simplified than the old ones. For instance, the high raised buildings is more proper for the economy and population. Office workers can be easily contacted.
Consequently, office workers and city dwellers do not waste the connection time. Many people are also happy to manage their things closely in office and it’s definitely preventing from going far away from an office to another.
The bar chart shows the level of life satisfaction and income in America.
Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, sày that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Computers and AI technology are increasingly being used for online education. Can AI enhance the learning experience? Is this a positive or negative development.
Both government and individual are spending vast amount of money protecting animals and their habitats. This money could be better spent dealing with fundamental issues in society such as poverty and healthcare. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people claim that it is justifiable to use animals in medical research for the benefit of human beings, while others argue that it is unethical. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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
tell your friend how they can contact you when you are away
give instructions about how to care for your pet
describe other things they will need to do to take care of your house
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………………,
The bar chart below shows the percentages of three groups of Japanese children taking part in four kinds of activities in 2018.
You and your family have just come back from a holiday staying in a rented accommodation overlooking the sea. The apartment was very unsatisfactory. Write a letter of complaint to the manager of the agency from which you rented the apartment.
In your letter:
give details of the things that were unsatisfactory
explain the reactions of the members of your family
ask the manager what he/she is going to do about the situation.
Some people believe that it is better for children to grow up in the countryside, while others think that life in the city is more beneficial for children’s development. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The charts below show the proportions of the world's oil resources held in different areas, together with the proportions consumed annually in the same areas. Summarise the information by se/ecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think studying in groups is better, while some think self-studying is better for school students. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The diagram provides information about production of electricity using a OTEC system.
Some people belives that having sports in schools is a waste of time and resources, However other people belives that sport in schools is a vital part of education. discuss both this views and give your opinion.
The table below shows the percentage participation of women in senior management in three companies between 1975 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Advances in technology and automation have reduced the need for manual labour. Therefore working hours in offices and factories should be reduced. 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.
Your next door neighbour owns a small dog that barks throughout the day and the night.
Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter:
– Your reason for writing
– What you would like to happen
– A nice, respectful style
The world of work is changing rapidly and employees cannot depend on having the same job or the same working conditions for life. Discuss the possible causes for this rapid change, and suggest ways of preparing people for the world of work in the future. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Today many people do not know their neighbours in large cities. What problem does this cause? What can be sone to solve this?
Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. if these are not taught many are at risk of dying out. in your opinion is it important for everyone to study English? should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and if so how?
The three bar charts show average years of schooling, numbers of scientists and technicians, and research and development spending in developing and developed countries. Figures are given for 1980 and 1990.
Computer games are very popular in in all ages and nationalities. Parents think it has little educational value and more harmful effects. What is your opinion about it?
The movements of people from the villages to the cities for work has caused a lot of problems in both places. What are the serious problems associated with this? What measures can be taken to solve these problems?
Nowadays, people are going for alternatives instead of meeting their doctor for health problems. Is this a positive or negative development?
The table below shows the monthly expenditure of an average Australian family in 1991 and 2001. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that students should be allowed to evaluate and criticize their teachers to improve the quality of education. Others think this is disrespectful to teachers. Discuss both views, give your opinion and include relevant examples.
A local company has initiated a huge construction project near your house.
Write a letter to your local council. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself;
• Explain that the works disturb you and your neighbors;
• Suggest solutions to the problem.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....,
With the recent development in technology like e-books some people feel that the printed media like books, newspaper and magazines will soon be a thing of the past. Others feel that these forms of media will never disappear What's your opinion?
The tables show the populations of eight capital and eight provincial cities in 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that the government hould subsidise fruit and vegetables to make healthy food more affordable. Other argue that the government should tax unhealthy food instead.
Traditional medicine, such as acupuncture and herbal remedies, is very popular in some countries. Those who practice traditional medicine claim that it is better than modern medicine in maintaining and improving health. Do you agree or disagree with this point of view?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world area now "one big traffic jam". how true do you think this statement is? what measures can governements take to discourage people from using their cars?
it is important for people to take risks both in their professional lives and their personal lives. do you think the advantages of taking risk outweight the disadvantages?
Should humans adapt to technology or should technology adapt to us? Is technology making us intellectually weaker or more intelligent? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
nowadays the way many people inteeract with each other has changed because of technology.in what ways has technology affected the types of realtionships people made?has this become a positive or negative development?
The graph below shows the proportion of the population aged 65 and over between 1940 and 2040 in three differnt countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not well-managed. What are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world? Do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?
A friend of yours is going on holiday and has asked you to recommend a destination.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
recommend a good place that you have visited before for a holiday
say where you went and where you stayed
say what you can do there and what the food was like
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research thi
The way that people work is changing rapidly. Unlike the past, workers cannot depend on having the same working conditions or even the same job throughout their working life. Discuss the possible causes for this rapid change, and suggest ways of preparing people for the world of work in the future.
the charts below show information about three different deserts around the world.
You stayed at a hotel to attend a company meeting and you were dissatisfied with your stay. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter
– Provide the details of your meeting
– Explain what you were dissatisfied with
– Suggest what the hotel should do to resolve the issue.
Social media is becoming increasingly popular amongst all age groups. However, sharing personal information on social media websites does have a risk. Do you think that advantages of social media outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below shows the results of a European survey into young people’s expectations for change in five different areas of life in the next 20 years. They were asked if they thought things would improve or get worse. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.