Some people are concerned that the Earth will not grow enough food to feed the world’s population in future, and yet tons of food are thrown away each day. One solution is to tax companies or restaurants that waste food. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that schools are no longer necessary because students can study well at home through the Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The internet provide us with information about life and culture of different countries and some people say it is not necessary to visit these countries to learn about them. To what extend do you agree and disagree with the statement? Give your opinion and relevant example.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have had a problem with your next-door neighbour. You have not been able to speak to your neighbour about this.
Write a letter to this neighbour. In your letter
• Explain the problem
• Suggest a solution
• Say what action you will take if the situation does not improve
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear....,
Some people think that it is a waste of time for high school students to study literature, such as novels and poems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, women no longer feel the need to get married. Some people believe that this is because women are able to earn their own income and therefore do not require the financial security that marriage can bring. To what extent do you agree?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that mnay cities in the world are now "one big traffic jam". How true do you think this statement is? What measures can government take to discourage people from using their cars?
Today, many people do not know their neighbors in large city. What problems does this cause? What can be done about this?
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planned future development of the site. Summarize the infomation
Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer language in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Marriages are bigger and more expensive nowadays than in the past. Why is this the case? Is it a positive or negative development?
Many believe that it is important to protect all wild animals, while others think that it is important to protect some, not all of them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write an essay discussing two of the factors (getting the right qualification or having the right contacts) which lead to success in life in your notes, getting the right qualifications or having the rights contacts. You should explain which factor is more important in achieving success, giving reasons to support your answer.
An increasing number of people now are using the internet to meet other and socialize, some think this has brought people closer together while other think people are becoming more isolated. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many workplaces, online communication is now more common than face-to-face meeting. Do you advantage of of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
The pie chart demonstrate the cause of worldwide land degradation as well as the table illustrates the causes of land being less productive in thee different regions North America, Europe and ocean during 1990.
Some feel governments should invest in preserving minority languages, while others feel this is not a good use of resources. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Your friend has a travel company and would like you to come and work with him.
Write a letter replying to your friend's offer. In your letter:
explain what you know about your friend's company
choose whether you accept or decline the offer
give reasons for your choice
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ..................,
In the furture , nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extant do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In many cities, problems related to overpopulation are becoming more common and governments are now encouraging business and individuals to moves out of cities to rural areas . the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages
The diagram belw shows how instant noodles are manufatured.
Women can do everything that men can and they even do it better. They also can do many things that men cannot. But it is a fact that their work is not appreciated as much as men’s, although they have to sacrifice a lot for their family and career… It is said: "A woman’s place is in the home." What do you think
Some countries invest in specialized sport facilities for top athletes but not for the average person. Is this a positive or a negative development ?
ou recently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancel your booking.
Write a letter to the college administrator. In your letter
•say which part-time course you booked
•explain why you need to cancel your booking
•ask about booking a different course
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people say that schools should teach good behavior to children and introduce them to right and wrong. Parents should not only be the ones responsible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Adults do less exercise nowadays. Some think that people can be encouraged to live healthy lives through sporting events such as the Olympics or the World Cup. Others think that there are better ways to encourage adults to exercise. Discuss both views and state your opinion.
You have bought a new computer but when you got home you found it had some problems. You returned the computer and spoke to the company representative two weeks ago, but the computer has not been fixed yet. Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
explain what the problem with the computer is
explain what the representative told you about it
tell them what you would like to be done about the situation.
Write at least 150 words.
The map below describes changes to a park in 1980 and now. Angsa
There are many different types of music in the world today. Why do we need music? Is the traditional music of a country more important than the International music that is heard everywhere nowadays? Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
ou should spend about 40 minutes on this task. It is observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study science as a subject. What are the causes? And what will be the effects on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
According to those in the travel business, the nature of the average “holiday” is changing. Rather than seeking a relaxing break in a far-away place, people now want excitement on their holidays and keen to participate in unusual and challenging activities. Do you agree or disagree
Individuals can do nothing to improve the environment; only governments and large companies can make a difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that at all levels of education, from primary school to university, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree? Read my sample answer here. Reported on IELTS October 5th
nowadays many young people are not interestedin reading newspapers and watching new on television.give reasons for this and suggest solution to this problem.
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many chocies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people think the news has no real connection to people's lives, so reading newspapers or watching news programs on television in a waste of time.Do you agree or disagree?
The maps below show the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Islip town centre now Countryside Shops Main road Shops Housing E Park School Housing Islip town centre: planned development W E Dual-» carriageway Bus Shopping Car station centre park Pedestrians only Shops Housing New housing New housing Park School Housing
Some people believe that everyone has a right to have access to university education and that goverments should make it free for all students no matter what financial background they have. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
our friend had made a plan for you to see a movie together but you cannot now not join him. You've found another friend who can go instead of you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
n companies promotions to high positions should be given to employees inside the company , not to someone from outsiders or new hiring. Do you agree or disagree?
You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• explain the important event
• apologies for the situation
• suggest a new arrangement
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:
Describe what happened that caused you to miss your flight
Explain how missing your flight impacted you
Clearly state what you would like the airline to do
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural areas, such as the South Pole. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
People say that it is a waste of time for high school students to learn literature such as novels and poems. Do you agree or disagree with this idea?
1)Some people believe that older people bring benefits to the companies while others say that youngsters bring more. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 2)In the past, people stored knowledge in books. Nowadays people store knowledge on the internet. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
You have had a problem with your next-door neighbour.You have not been able to speak to your neighbor about this.
Write a letter to this neighbour.In your letter
•Explain the problem
•Suggest a solution
•Say what action will you take if the situation does not improve
The diagram below show the condition of paradise island in thepast and now. Summarise the information byselecting and reporting the main features, andmake comparisons where relevant.
Most people prefer ready to eat food than home-made food now. Do you think it has more Advantages or more disadvantages?
Some people believe that government should not spend too much money on space exploration . Do you agree or Disagree ?
You have received a bill from a mobile phone (or cell phone) company for international call charges relating to a time when you did not use your phone for international calls. Write a letter to the company, complaining about this giving your reasons asking for the bill to be changed