Topic: Some people say that art subjects such as painting or drawing should not be made compulsory for high school students. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that advertisement targeting children may have negative effects on them, and suggest banning such advertisement as a solution. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
People no longer use newspaper and television. Because the Internet plays the same role as them. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Despite the increased access to education, a significant number of people cannot read or write. What are the disadvantages and what action should the government take?
Some people prefer to spend their lives dong the same things and avoiding change. Other, however, think that change is always a good thing. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, individuals or their employers pay for medical treatment. Should the government be more responsible for the health of their citizens? Discuss and give your opinion.
The chart above shows the number of men and women in further education in Britain in three periods and whether they were studying full-time or part-time. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make
Topic: Group or team activities can teach more important skills for life than those activities which are done alone. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
Pollution and other environmental problems are resulting from a country’s developing and becoming richer. Some think this cannot be avoided. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
QUESTION
You are a member of your town’s public library. You received the following
message:
Dear Library Member,
We are updating our services and would like your input. What kind of
books or materials should we add? Do you think we should also organize
workshops or reading clubs? Please share your thoughts.
Sincerely,
Library Coordinator
1 - Informal Letter
Write to a friend who also uses the library. Share your opinion and ideas
about the changes.
Write about 50 words.
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You see the above advertisement for a course designed to help improve your memory. Write a letter to the organiser of the course. In the letter
give some background information about yourself
explain your own problems and why you would like to do the course
enquire about the methods used on the course
enquire about course fees and dates
In today’s very competitive world, a worker has to possess multiple skills to succeed. Among the skills that a worker should possess, which skill do you think is more important, social skills or good qualifications? Explain the reasons and provide specific examples to support your answer.
Transporting large amounts of food to richer countries from the developing world is having an impact on air pollution and climate change. Some people say such imports should therefore be reduced. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Parents should spend more time with their children helping then with their homework Do you agree or disagree?
in recent years, "responsible tourists" have focused on preserving both the culture and environment of the places they visit. However, some people say that it is impossible to be a "responsible tourist". To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the government should invest more money in teaching science than other subjects for the progress of the country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Writing Topic 2- Shops should give preference in selling local food rather than imported food. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe the aim of university education is to help graduates get better jobs. Others believe there are much wider benefits of university education for both individuals and society. Discuss both views andgive your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Pollution and waste are increasing everyday. What problems can these cause to the ordinary people ? How can these problems be resolved?
Is is often said that government spend too much money on project to protect wildlife, while there are other problems that are more important. Do you agree or disagree?
It is observed that communication between family members in today's time is less as compared to the past. However, some people do not think so. Do you agree or disagree?
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure center that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
•give details of how you and your friends or family use the center
•explain why the sports leisure center is important for the local community
•describe the possible effects on local people if the center closes
Opinions on food are changing rapidly and there are many who believe that everyone chould follow a vegetarian diet because it would have a positive impact in our health and the environment. Do you agree or disagree?
Some peoplethink that men and women have different qualities, therefore certain jobs are suitable for men and others for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The growth of online shopping will one day leasd to all shops in towns and cities closing. Do you agree or disagree?
it is very important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. to what exent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? what sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
some people believe that students should be made to have unpaid jobs in their free time.Do you agree or disagree?
Some parents believe that watching TV and playing computer games should be limited and substituted by book reading. Do you agree or disagree?
Young people nowadays spend too much money on unnecessarily expensive goods. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Some people believe that it is important for parents to tell or read stories for their children. Others think that parents don't have to do this because there are many sources for children to read like books, TV, and movies. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In my countries around the world young people decide to leave their parent's home once they finish school. They start living their own or sharing a house withe friends. Is this a positive ora negative development ? give reasons for your answer and include relevangt examples.
In many countries, people are not taking care of their elderly relatives but seeking the help of professionals to look after them or sending them to Old age homes. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Describe your views and give examples from your own life
Environmental problems cannot be solved by one or a few countries. Instead, they should be solved with international effort. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
It is a good thing that senior management positions are paid much higher salaries than other workers in the same company or organization. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, women and men are working full-time. It is, therefore, logical for women and men to share household tasks. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the number of men and women in further education in Britain in three periods and whether they were studying full-time or part-time. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevan
Some people believe that teaching music in schools is a vital part of growing up and the human experience, whilst others believe that teaching music in schools is a waste of time and resources. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Men and women employed in full-time jobs have to share evenly household chores and caring for children at home. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Nowadays we are producing more and more garbage. Why do you think this is happening? What can governments do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Billions of dollars are spent on Space research every year. Instead, this money could be used to improve living conditions of people on Earth. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that big international sporting events are not worthwhile for the host country. Do you agree or disagree?
More and more people suffer from health problems caused by a modern lifestyle which cannot be treated by modern medicine. Some people think that a return to traditional medicine is warranted. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries old people who retire from work spend the money on themselves (e.g. holiday) rather than save money for their children. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorwayys than on public transport systems such as railways and trams. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are planning a holiday and want to find out about the kinds of holiday packages that can be arranged by a local company.
Write a letter to the company to ask for information about the holiday packages they offer. In your letter:
• say where and when you would like to go
• include details about the kind of holiday you would like to take
• say what kind of information you would like to receive
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The money spent by hovernments on space programmes would be better spent on vital public services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do you agree or disagree .
Some people think that the only way to improve the safety of our roads is to giving much stricter punishments for driving offenses. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Certain countries protect their native industries by imposing heavy tariffs on imported goods. Other countries encourage imports in order to ensure their citizens access to as many goods as possible. Should countries be allowed to impose high tariffs on imports or should all countries allow each other free access to their markets? What do you think? Give reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people think that developing countries need financial help from international organization to continue their development. On the other hand, others think that practical aid or advice is more useful. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Nowadays, internet and television have given ordinary people a chance to become famous. Is this a positive or negative development?