Fast food is becoming a part of live everywhere , negatively affecting our lifestyles and diets . To what extend do you agree or disagree ?
Some people think that the development of technology has made our life more complex, and the solution is to live a simpler life without technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
One of the consequence of improved medical care is that people are living longer life and life expectancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that schools should only teach academic subjects while others believe they also teach life skills. Discuss both views and examples
The diagram shows the lifecyle of a species of fish called salmon. Summarize the information given and make compar
Many people try to balance work and other parts of their life. However, this is very difficult to do. What are the problems associated with this? What is the best way to achieve a better balance?
Nowadays people tend to change careers during their life. What are the reasons for this? Do you think it is good for the society as a whole?
Some people think that the media (newspapers) have the right to publish details of people’s private life, while others think it should be controlled. Discuss both views.
The key to solving the environmental problem is simple: the present generation is willing to accept a less comfortable life for the sake of future generation. To what eextent do yo agree or disagree?
Many people want to have a successful career and a happy family life both. What problems are involved in a career and family life? How to overcome such problems ?
Some people think that they should spend money they earn now enjoying life, while others think that the money should be put into savings for future. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
General Training
You plan to do some traveling in a few months. You would like to visit an old friend who lives in another country. You haven’t spoken to this friend in a few years.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Provide a short update about your life since you saw him/her last
- Explain why you will be traveling to his/her city
- Say what you would like to do when you visit his/her city
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear [Choose a Name],
The rising levels of traffic congestion in many big cities around the world can cause the decline in quality of life in cities. What do you think are the cause of this problem and what measure could be taken to solve them?
Is it important for people to take more risks in their professional career and their personal lifes. Do the advantages of taking these risks outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest times of the most people's lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
In the developed world, average life expectency is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society ? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of aging population.
The qualities that help people reach success in modern life can not be learned in university or other academic institutions. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people think that countryside life is healthier, while others believe that there are more health benefits to living in a city. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that in 100 years, life will be easier for the majority of people, while others are unsure about this. What is your opinion?
Some people believe that the best way of learning about life is by listening to the advice of family and friends. Other people believe that the best way of learning about life is through personal experience. Compare the advantages of these two different ways of learning about life. Which do you think is preferable? Use specific examples to support your preference.
The older generation tend to have very traditional ideas about how people should live, think and behave. However, some people believe that these ideas are not helpful in preparing younger generation for modern life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Population are growing in cities rapidly. What are the effects of it. What solution can you give to maintain a goood quality of life in urban cities.
The diagram illustrates the life cycle of silkworm and the stage in the production of silk clothes Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The arts, including art, music and theatre are considered to be important in society. Do you think the arts still have a place amongst our modern lifestyles? Should the arts be included in the school curriculum?
Some people believe that arts (such as painting and music) do not improve people’s life therefore the government should not spend money on it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You're visiting a town where you once worked. Write to a friend you worked with there. Include
the following in your letter:
Tell your friend about your life now
Give him/her details of your visit
Arrange how you can meet.
The chart and table below give information about healthcare resources and life expectancy in different countries.
The best way to solve environmental problems would be for the current generation to accept a simpler way of life for the sake of the next generation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Children who are brought up in families that do not have large amounts of money are better prepared to deal with the problems of adult life than children grow up with wealthy parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree whit this option?
with a fast pace of modern life, more and more people are turning towards fast food for their main meal. do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Assignment 13 Many people think that the most important things in our life cannot be bought. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
People today can use internet to learn the life and culture of another country, so it cannot be necessary to travel to other country. To that extend do you agree or disagree?
Many people today find it difficult to balance the demands of their work and personal life. What are the causes of this situation, and what can individuals and employers do to reduce the problem? You should give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience.
in many countries today, parents are able to choose to send their children to single sex schools or co-educational schools. Some people think that children going to single sex schools have disadvantages later in life. To what extent do you agree?
The diagram illustrates the Life Cycle process of Salmon. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
many people prefer to stay in the same field work for the lifetime , while other people change their field work. discuss both the views and give your opinion.
“Because of the busy pace of modern life, many children spend most of their time indoors and have little exposure to the natural world.” Discuss the effects lack of experience with and understanding of nature can have on children as they grow up. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The most important aim of science should be to improve people’s life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement.
You rent an apartment. you want to tell your landlord that you are happy with the apartment in general, but there are some small repairs that need to be carried out. write a letter to your landlord. In your letter say what you like about the apartment , describe the repairs that need to be made and explain how the repairs will improve your quality of life.
Many young people choose to take a year out between finishing school and starting university to gain work experience or to travel. Discuss the benefits of non-academic life this offers.
Some people argue that parents should have a strong influence on their children's choice of friends and life partners. Others believe that young people should make these decisions independently. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that success in life depends on hard work and determination while others believe other facts like money and personal appearances are important. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Some people resist changes in their lives while others think that change is an integral part of life. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the best way to motivate individuals to adopt a healthier lifestyle is through government legislation, such as taxes on unhealthy food. Others believe that personal choice should be encouraged instead. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Elders say that life was better in past compared to life today. Do you think they are right or wrong based on your knowledge or experience?
It is more important to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on treatment of people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people nowadays suffer from stress due to work and modern lifestyle. What are the causes of this problem and what solutions can be taken?
The arts, including art, music and theater are considered to be important in society. Do you think the arts still have a place amongst our modern lifestyles? Should the arts be included in the school curriculum?
Everyone should stay in school until the age of eighteen, considering the significance of primary and secondary level education in a learner’s life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT SOME STUDENTS SPEND A GAP YEAR DOING VOLUNTARY WORK OR PURSUING THEIR OWN INTERESTS BEFORE STARTING UNIVERSITY LIFE. DO U AGREE OR DISAGREE?