It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance; for sports or music and others are not. However, it is sometimes clamined that any children can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people argue that spending a lot of money holding birthday parties, wedding parties, and other celebration is waste money. Hoever, others believe such parties are improtant for individuals and for society. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
success is determined by handwork, and luck has no relation to success.providing specific examples and reasons to support your position do you agree or disagree with this idea
Many people believe that having fixed punishments for all crimes is a more efficient way to deal with crime. What is your opinion?
Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's world, subjects like Sience and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Succesful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many cities, an increasing number of people do not know their neighbours and there is no sense of community anymore. Discuss the causes and give measures.
Some people beleive that culture will be runied if it is used to earn tourism revenue,but others consider that tourism is the only wsy of protecting culture.Discuss both side and give your opinion
It is better for students to study from home rather than go to shcool. do you agree or disagree with this statement ?
More and more people no longer read the newspaper or watch TV programs to get news. They get news about the world through the internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
Many people believe that education and high qualification will bring success. Others think that it is not required to achieve success in life. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that the best way to improve the quality of healthcare in a country is to train and hire more doctors and nurses. Do you agree or disagree?
in some parts of the world, traditional festivals have disappeared or disappearing, what problems is this causing? What measures could be taken to counter this situation?
Some people believe that children should spend all of their free time with their families. Others believe that this is unnecessary or even negative. Discuss the possible argument on both sides, and say which side you personally support.
Nowadays celebrities earn more money than policitans. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive or negative development?
More young people are now interested in becoming professional athletes than ever before. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Education is not a luxury, but a basie human right and as such should be free for everyone irrespective of personal wealth. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In recent years there has been a rise in the popularity of second hand clothing amongst younger genrations . Why is this happening? do you think it is a positive or negative development?
New forms of money are becoming extremely popular nowadays. Is this a positive development or adding risk to the system? Should new money technology face greater regulation and scrutiny? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some experts believe that it is better for chileren to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that the only purposes of film is to entertain. Others say films should have educational value. Discuss both views and give own opinion.
Some people think that coins and paper money will vanish in a few years. We will only use plastic cards or some other form of electronic currency. Is this a positive or negative development.
Some students decide early in life to pursue vocational careers that involve cooking or baking. For them, it is better to study their chosen occupations in high school rather than regular subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In certain countries, unemployment is so high that some have suggested children should stop their education after primary school to learn skills necessary to join the workforce. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that in school discipline should be the job of teacher whereas some believe it is the parent's accountability. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
There is an increasing evidence that global warming in caused by human actions. Many people want to immediately start reducing pollution from cars and factories. This could be done through taxing polluting industries. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population 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 own knowledge or experience.
Ordinary people try to copy famous personalities by seeing them on T.V and reading them on newspaper. What is the reason? Is it a good or bad idea.
It is difficult for people living in cities to get enough physical exercise. What are the causes and what solutions can be taken to solve the problem? (Health)
As computers translate quickly and accurately, learning foreign languages is a waste of time. To what extend do you agree or diagree?
People may use plastic cards instead of coins and banknotes in the future. Is this a positive or negative trend?
It is difficult for both poor and rich to accessible in univerity. do you agree or disagree ?
Computer technologies tre are more accessible and cheaper. As the result, more adults work at home and more children study at home. Is this a positive or negative development?
Spending on advanced computer systems by authorities is very beneficial for development but many oppose this trend. do you agree or disagree.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Playing computer games is a waste of time. Children should not be allowed to play them. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
some people think that it is important to spend a lot of money on family functions while others think that it is waste of money. discuss both views and give your opinion.
many people say that the only way to guarantee a good job is to complete a course in university education. Other claim that it is better to start work after school and gain experiences in the world of work. How do you agree or disagree with the above views?
You should spend 40 minutes Some people believe that government funding should be used to support the arts, while others think it is better spent on public services. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way of getting job. On the other hand, other people think that getting expericne and skills is more important. Disucss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that the best way to produce a happier society is to ensure that there are only small differences between the richest and the poorest members. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people feel the best way to reduce the member of accidents on the road is to further limit the speed of vehicles. Others think that there are better ways to tackle this issue. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
A friend of yours is going on holiday soon and has asked you to recommend a destination.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
recommend a good place for a holiday that you have visited
describe where you stayed and what you can do there
give one negative aspect about the destination (204)
Some people believe that studying History is very important. Others say that it is irrelevant and has many limitations and should not be studied at all. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Successful sports professional can earn a great deal more money than people in other important profession. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the best way to reduce time spent in travelling to work is to replace parks and gardens close to the city centre with apartment buildings for commuters, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntaryl
unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work.
In your letter
• explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
• describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
• give details of when you would be available for work
More and more people today are spending large amounts of money on their complexions in order to look younger. Why do people want to look younger? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Writing task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about going to college or trying to get a job. You think he should get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
. Tell me why he doesn't like going to college
. Explain why the job is right for him
. Offer him suitable jobs
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to enter any address.
Start your letter like this:
Dear...
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a sucessful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion
some people say that economic growth is the only way to end world poverty and hunger. Others say that economic growth is damaging the environment and should stop. Discuss both views and give your own opinion