it has become easier and more affordable for people to travel to othre countries. do you think it is a possitive or negative development?
Some people think that in order to produce a happy society, it isnecessary to ensure that there is only a small difference between the earnings of the richest and poorest. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the road deaths per 100,000 of population for five countries plus the OECD average from 2001 to 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the result of a recent survey into the causes of poor school attendance in the UK
The values that we learn from our parents and family have greater influence on our future success than knowledge and skills we learn at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree? agree = most time, raised disagree= friends influence,
Some people fail in school, but end up being successful in life. Why do you think that is the case? What is the most important think to success in life?
The diagram below shows how coal is used to produce electricity. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Topic: some parents buy their children a large number of toys to play\ with. What are the advantages and disadvantages for the children of having a large number of toys?
The only way to improve the safety of our roads is to give much stricter punishments for driving offenses. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is expected that in the future old people are going to outnumber young people in many countries. Do you feel this is a positive or negative development ?
The diagram below show the process for recycling plastic battles.
The table below shows the number of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts below show the result of the survey asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods.
Over consumption sugar is unhealthy. Some people think that government should take responsibility to control it. Others think that individuals should take responsibility of sugar intake. What is your opinion on this?
Some say parents should control children's behaviour but some say they should not be controlled.
Write both views and give your opinion.
Because of falling birth rates adn better health care, the world's population is getting steadily older and this trend is going to cause serious problems for society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Educating young people is naturally important, however some think government ought to invest more in education for adults in need. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people feel supermarkets and manufacturers have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods. Others argue that customers should avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion
some people believe that international sporting events are the ideal opportunity to show the world the qualities of the host nation. Others believe that thesze events are mainly large unjustifiable expense. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that all popular TV programmes should aim to educate viewers about important social issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You saw an advertisement for a tennis course in England but you have some problems and can’t stay for the whole course.
Write a letter to the course director. In your letter,
explain your interest in the course
describe your problems
find out whether a refund is possible if you leave early
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
the chart bellow shows the proportion of businesses making e-commerce pruchases by industry in Canada Between 2015 and 2019.
Some people think the use of social media is replacing face-to-face interaction among many people in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them. Do you agree or disagree? What sort of punishment should they be allowed ?
People are surrounded by advertising. This both affects what people think is important and has a negative impact on people’s lives.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that it is important to dress well, according to the latest fashion & trends. Whilst some believe that it is a person’s choice as per their comfort and ease. Do you agree or disagree give your opinion.
Some people take their vacation in abfoad but others want to stay in their own country. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The diagram below shows how drinking water is made using solar power
Some people believe that it is best to eccept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfaction job or shorage money. Other argue that it is better to try and improve such satuation. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Responsible tourists could preserve both the local culture and environment. Some people think it is impossible to be a responsible tourist. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that pupils should be given less homework, others say the opposite. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
People under the age of 18 who commit crimes should be re-educated rather than punished. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that what children watch in television influence on children's behaviour. Others say that amount of time on television influence their behaviour. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Parents should encourage children to spend less time in studies and more time in physical activites . To what extend do you agree.?
the bar chart shows the percentage of Australlian men and women in different age groups who did regular physical activity in 2010.
Fossil fuels are the main source of energy around the world today. In some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy is replacing fossil fuels. Is this a positive or negative developmen?
You should spend about **40 minutes** on this task. Some people feel that manufacturers and supermarkets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods. Others argue that customers should avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write **at least 250 words.**
Nowadays people are influenced by fashion, in particular when choosing their clothes and hairstyle. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.
The table shows the proportions of pupils attending four secondary school types between 2000 and 2009. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make the comparison where relevant.
Wealth and material belongings often measure the success that a person has. Do you think wealth is the best measure of success? What make a successful person?
The table below shows the production of milk annually in four countries in 1990, 2000 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the man features and make comparisons where relevant.
A job for life is no longer a reality. Many people are now employed on short-term contracts. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this kind of employment for employees?
Some people prefer to live in hot climate, while others like to live in cold climate.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The bar chart below shows the percentage growth in average property prices in three different countries between 2007 and 2010
The first graph below shows the weight (in tonnes) of fruit produced by a farm during each month in 2013, and also the amount (in tonnes) of fertiliser used. The second graph shows the volume of rainfall in each month (in millimetres).
The government needs to spend money to encourage the development of sports and arts for school students, rather than to support professional sports and art events. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statem
You saw a program on TV recently and found it unreasonable for viewers. Write a letter about its quality and content of the material presented. In tour letter Describe what you did not like Make some suggestions Say what you expect from the TV editors to do for you
Children are facing more pressures nowadays from academic, socio, and Commercio, perspectives. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures should be taken to reduce these pressures?
Some poeple say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Others say tha it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people think that money is one of the most factors in promoting happiness. Do you think people can be happy without much money? What other factors contribute towards hapiness?
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of playing sports and participating in physical exercises.