Nowadays, more people move away from their friends and families for work. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages? Two of each at least
Some people say that the main aim of advertisements is to improve the sales of products that people do not really need. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The leaders or directors of organizations are often elderly people. However, some say that young people can also take the lead of organizations or companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Students should pay full cost for their own study, because university educatio benefits individuals rather than society. to what extent do you agree or disagree
Many parents (mostly women) decide to stay home and take care of the family members instead of going out for work. Some people suggest that they should be paid by the government for doing that. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.
Rich countries should not give jobs to skilled workers (for example doctors and engineers )of poor countries as they are needed their home country more than the rich countries. How far do you agree or disagree with the statement given?
Some people believe that competitive sports are a source of emotional stress for young people. Therefore, young people should be banned from participating in competitive sports events. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In the recent years children are forced to study even in their leisure time. Is this a good practice? Do you agree or disagree?
(2016) It is not necessary for people to travel abroad to learn about other countries. We can learn it from bokks, films and the Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think it is acceptable to use animals for the benefit of huamns. Other people think it is wrong to exploit animals for human purpose. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for tour answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays anyone can post news on the internet. As a result, we cannot trust information we read there. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that healthcare should be free for all, while others argue that individuals should pay for their own medical costs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is importance 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 extent 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 think that a person can be known from his clothes. Do you agree or disagree. Some people think that a person can be known from his clothes. Do you agree or disagree.
Studies have shown that most criminals have low levels of education. Because of this many believe that the best way to reduce crime is to educate prisoners so they can get a job after being released. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus on reducing environmental polluton and housing problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people that nowadays we have too many choices. To what exten do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Counties with long working days are more successful economically, but there are some negative social consequences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that government should be held responsible when problem of homelessness snd unemployment arise.Do you agree or disagree
**Watching a live performance such as a play, concert, or sporting event is more enjoyable than watching the same event on television.**
**To what extent do you agree or disagree?**
Some people think that employers should not care about the way their employees dress, because what matters is the quality of their work.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement
The exploration and development of safe alternatives to fossil fuels should be the most important global priority today. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Children’s education is expensive. In some countries, governments pay partly or all education fees. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Overpopulation in most developing countries in Asia and Africa is a problem. If these countries do not try to control the population immediately, they will face serious problems. What are your suggestions to control the population? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays, shopping is the most common activity for some young people. Why is this so? Is it a positive or negative development?
Theoretical subjects (such as mathematic and philosophy) should no longer be taught in universities because most of university students choose practical subjects (such as accounting and economics). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT POLITICIANS ARE THE MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE IN THE WORLD WHILE OTHERS BELIEVE SCIENTISTS ARE THE MOST INFLUENTIAL. AGREE OR DISAGREE?
The Internet has dramatically altered our lives over the past few decades. Although some of these changes have been negative, the overall effect of this technology has been positive. 在过去的几十年里，互联网戏剧性地改变了我们的生活。 虽然其中一些变化是消极的，但这项技术的总体效果是积极的
To what extent do you agree or disagree? 你在多大程度上同意或不同意？
Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead. Do you agree or disagree?
Many students now work whilst they are studying in college or university. This often results in them having les time to concentrate on their as well as feeling under pressure. what are some of the causes of this ? what solutions could you suggest?
In many countries online shopping is becoming more and more popular. Some people think that this is having negative impacts on the society. To what extent do you agree or disagree and give your opinion.
Some people say that parents have the most important role in a child’s development. However, others argue that other things like television or friends have the most significant influence. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
If a person is found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol while driving, they should be banned from driving for life, whether they were involved in an accident or not. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Government needs to spend money to encourage the deevelopment of sports and arts for school students, rather than to support professional sports and art events. Do you agree or disagree?
It is a good idea for people to continue work in their old ages, if it is possible for them to do so. Do you agree or disagree.
Rich countries should not give jobs to the skilled ( for example doctors and engineers) of poor countries as they are needed by their home country more than the rich countries. How far did you agree or disagree with the statement given?
A friend has told you that he or she feels lonely in their new city away from their family. Write to you friend and:
•Explain why people can feel this way
• Give some ideas on how to solve the problem
• Ask your friend to contact you and tell you if this works.
Some people feel that there is too much emphasis on getting an education, and that the government should spend money on leisure time activities for young people too. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that the government should provide free education for all children. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Today, most people get married and give birth in their thirties rather than when they are younger Is this a positive or negative development in your opinion? To what extent do you support this development.
People who cause their own illnesses through unhealthy lifestyles and poor diets should have to pay more for health care. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (Band 8,5)
Since the 18th century technological advances have replaced people in the workplace. With today’s technology this process is happening at a greater rate. Technology is increasingly responsible for unemployment. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The graph displays the statistics on how UK commuters have been travelling each day for the past about 50 years and also shows the prognosis of the near future. The transportation options are by car, by bus or by train. The graph goes from the 1970s to 2030s.
Which do you think affect the changed attitude of people toward animals? Pet-keeping culture? Influence from western culture of ecological thought? Or else?
In theie advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
It’s sometimes said that people should be encouraged to get married before they are 30, as this is best both for the individual and society. Do you agree or disagree?
It has been proposed that citizens should only consume food and drink products that have been produced in their own countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, many people buy household goods (like television, rice cookers etc). Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Traffic and housing problems in major cities could be solved by moving large companies and factories and their employees to the country side. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion?