With the rise of e-books comes the decline in paper books. Some people think that it is a good speed forward, while others do not. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays young people are leaving their homes from rural areas to study or work in the cities. Why does this happen? Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Air transport is increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to other countries where they cannot be grown or are out of season. Some peoplesay this is good but other believe the use of air transport for this purpose is not justified. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The supplied bar chart above represents the data about people living in rural, urban and town who born in Australia or outside of state between 1995 and 2010.
«In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in» What are the reasons for this? How can people research it?
Your company is going to organise a special training course for a few staffs. Your manager has asked you to find out if the local conference centre has the right facilities to hold this course. Write a letter to the manager of the conference centre. In your letter: give details about the course describe what equipment you will need for the course ask some further questions about the facilities at the conference centre
The rise of social media has affected personal relationships and society as a whole. Do the advantage of using social media for communication outweigh the disadvantages?
Many parents these days work in other nations, bringing their families with them. Do you think that the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
With many problems of transport and accommodation in cities, some governments are encouraging business to move to rural areas. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
It is becoming increasingly common for people to migrate from one country to another in search of better opportunities. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of immigration for both the host country and the immigrants themselves. You should include: An introduction that outlines the topic. A paragraph discussing the advantages of immigration. A paragraph discussing the disadvantages of immigration. A conclusion that summarizes your views and states your opinion.
You would like a job working in the summer camp which runs sports and outdoor activities for children and young people.
Write a letter to the organisers of the summer camp. In your letter,
explain what sort of work you would like to do
describe your personality
say what relevant experience and skills you have
Write at least 150 words.
More and more people are moving to another countries for higher studies. Do you think its advantages outweigh its disadvantages.
Neuclear power is a necessary evil. Despite the potential human and environmental consequences of radioactive fallout, nuclear energy is a genuine alternative to non-renewable energy sources lke oil and coal, which are quickly running out. In short, the benifits of nuclear power far outweigh the risks of using it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some believe it is important for cities and towns to invest heavily in building large outdoor public spaces.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studied. Do the advantages of studying abroad outweigh the disadvantages?
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages
In msny countries,people are now living longer than ever before,some people say an aging population creates problems for governments, other people think there are benefits if sociaty has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
Some students take a year off between finishing school and going to university, in order to work or to travel. Do you think advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Young people are often influenced in their behaviours by others in the same age group. Some argue that peer pressure is important while others feel it has distinct disadvantages. Do the disadvantages of peer pressure outweigh the advantages?
Today, people in many countries can live and work anywhere they choose, because of improved cospommunication technology and tranrt. Do the advantages outweigh its disadvantages?
Developing medical treatments and medications is expensive. Some people think that it is better to spend the money on health-oriented preventive education. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
There is a problem with the road outside of your house. Write a letter to your local councillor. In your letter
- Introduce yourself
- Explain what the problem is
- Tell the councillor what you would like to be done.
Write a letter to your neighbour saying that you are going to be out for two weeks and ask him/her to look after your apartment.
where and when are you going
what duties do you want him/her to do
give necessary instructions and recommendations
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing [for example, through cell phone tracking and security cameras]. In many cases, the people are being monitered are unaware that this is happening. Do you think advantages of this development outweigh disadvantages?
The role of education is to prepare children for the modern world. Schools should cut subjects such as arts and music out of the curriculum so that children can focus on subject such as information technology. To what extent do you agree?
There should only be one government in the world rather than a national government for each country. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Many young people change their jobs or careers every few years. What are the reasons for this Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
In my families both parents to go out to work. While some consider it provide additional income, others think that this cause lack support for children. Both view and your opinion?
Many people around the world use social media day to keep in touch with other people and new events. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Every year several language die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future all cars, bussess and trucks will be driverless. The only people traveling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of diverless vehicle out weigh the disadvantages?
ome people think that social media platforms are becoming the primary source of news for younger generations, replacing traditional forms of journalism. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
In some earead of the US, a curfew is imposed, in wich teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless thy are accompanied by an adult. what is your opinion about this?
In many countries , people are now living longer the ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for the governments. Other people think there are benefits for society has more elderly people. To what extent the advantage of having ageing population outweigh the disadvantages.
“Prevention is better than cure” Out of a country’s health budget, a large proportion should be diverted from treatment to spending on health education and preventative measures. To what extend do you agree of disagree with this statement?
Many high street shops have gone out of business in recent years. Why do you think this has happened? Is it a positive or negative development?
In some counties, it is now possible for people to buy products made in other counties. To what extent do the benefits of this development outweigh the problems?
many country women are allowed to take maternity leave from their jobs during the first month after the birth of their baby. Do advantages outweigh disadvantages?
The charts below show the results of a survey conducted by a university library to find out the opinions of full time and part time students about its services.
n many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays,more and more people are choosing to live in apartments in the city centre,rather than houses in the suburbs.What are some of the benefits and drawbacks of living in an apartment in the centre of the city?Do the advamtages outweigh the disadvantage?
In some countries, the differences in ages between parents and children are greater than in the past. Do you think the advantages of the development outweigh the disadvantages?
Due to the increase in population in big cities, more and more people are living in small houses with very little or no outdoor space. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge. Model Answer
In some countries, the difference in age between parents and children is generally greater than it was in the past. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
At the present time, the poplation of some countries include a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
Buying goods and service online is very popular and has many advantages, but it is not always safe to shop online. do you think the advantages gained from shopping online outweigh the disadvantages.
at the present time, the population of some countries includes a relativel large number of young adults, compared with the numbers of older people. do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people regard video games as harmless fun, or even as a useful educational tools. others, however, believe that video games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of videogames outweigh the benefits?
Many people think that the government should spend money to explore the outer space, while others believe that it’s a waste of public money. Discuss both views and include your own opinion.
In the past, people used to travel abroad to look for many differences from their home country. Nowadays, cities throughout the world are becoming more and more similar. What are the reason? Do the advantages outweigh the disavantages