Some people say that government should not put money on building theatres and sport stadium. They should spend more money on medical care and education. Do you agree or disagree ?
Some people think children should do extra-classes after school. Others disagree and say they should play sports outside their school hours. What is your opinion on this? Suggest healthy ways for children to develop.
some people say that students should be given more homework. Others say that children should be free to enjoy their youth. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some say sports facilities are important and they promote healthy lifestyles while others believe they have only a small impact on individuals. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Last year you went on a holiday with your family. A friend has contacted you about the holiday and asked whether you would recommend it.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
say where you went and how you travelled
describe the place and the accommodation
suggest why your friend should or should not go on this holiday
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear…
Some people say that what children watch on TV influences their behaviour while others say the amount of time children spend watching TV influences their behavious. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You left a jacket behind at a restaurant you went to recently.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter
1) Describe the jacket
2) explain when you visited the restaurant and where you were sitting
3) Say what you want the manager to do.
In many countries today, the eating habits and lifestyle of children are different from those of previous generations. Some people say this has had a negative effect on their health. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say that schools should concentrate on teaching students academic subjects that will be useful for their future careers. Other people say that subjects such as music and sports are also necessary. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Trung
You have a neighbor who is often burning rubbish at their house. Write a complaint about it to the local council and say
– What is happening?
– How is your family harmed by that?
– What could be the solution, in your opinion?
Some people say that men are naturally more competitive than women, while others believe that there is no difference in the competitiveness of men and women. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
You have recently made a purchase from the local department store. However, when you arrived home, you found a fault awith it.
Write a letter to the manager, say what product is, explain the problem and say what you’d like to be done about it.
Describe an item of technology that you own which is very important to you. You should say: where you got it from how long you have had it what you use it for and explain why it is important to you.
Your friend is about to celebrate a landmark birthday and would welcome suggestions as to
how it should be celebrate
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- Say what type of party should be held e.g. themed, fancy dress, black tie event.
- Suggest a suitable venue
- Make recommendation as to entertainment e.g. DJ, jazz band etc
Some people say that economic growth is the only way to end world poverty and hunger. Others say that economic growth is damaging the environment and should stop. Discuss bọth views and give your own opinion.
Many doctors say that people in today’s world do not enough physical exercise. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures are there to this problem?
some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. others believe that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. discuss both the views and give your oiupnion.
Some people say that the main environmental Problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more impotent environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinian.
Write a recommendation letter for your friend who is applying for a job. In your
letter, please say
- How long do you know him/her?
- What are the main qualities of your friend?
- What is his/her work experience?
some people say taht music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what exent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
ome people say that students who achieve the highest scores in theirexams should be rewarded. Others say that those who show progress should be rewarded instead. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some parents believe that their children should do educational activities during their free time. Others say that in this way children are underpressure. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss these two views and give your opinion.
Around the world, people are now living longer than ever before in the past. Some say an ageing population creates problems for goverments. Others believe there are benefits to society having more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of possessing an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
You and your friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were extremely disssatisfied with the experience. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter: Explain the reason for the celebration• Give details of your visit to the restaurant• Say what you would like the restaurant to do•
Some people say that vertical city is best where people can live, while others say that horizontal cities are better. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular specis of plants and animals. Other say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people encourage young children to leave their parents house as soon as they become adults while others say children should stay at their parent's house as long as possible. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Many studies have shown that most criminals have a low level of education. Some people say that to reduce the crime rate, criminals must be educated within prisons. It will improve their prospects of employment when they are released. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today, some young people say that their mobile phones are the most important thing they own. Do you think that the popularity of mobile phones is a good or bad thing?
Some people say that a lot of scientific research done today is a waste of time and money. To what extent do you agree disagree?
Many people say that comapnies should give importance to their employers whereas other say that they should give importance to customers. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
You recently used a taxi and left some important documents there. Write a letter to the taxi manager and say:
– Describe what you left and where it happened.
– Why are these papers important?
– What would you like the manager to do about it?
You recently visited a local restaurant with your family and had a very good meal. Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper. In your letter ● explain where the restaurant is ● describe what you ate in the restaurant ● say why you would recommend the restaurant to others
Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too mcuh time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their achievements, and some people say that this sets a bad example to young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that only reason for learning foriegn language Is in order to traveL to or work in foriegn country. Other say these are not the only reasons. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people say that the main environmental problem ofour time is the loss ofparticular species ofplants and animals.. Others say that there are more important environmentalproblems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that media should be allowed to publish information about the private lives of famous people. Others say that everybody has a right to privacy and this practice must be controlled or even stopped. Discuss both views.
chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possibleJob in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter
• remind him when and where you met
• tell him what kind of Job youaare inter,sted in
• say why you think you would be suitable for theJob
some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign countries. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries,people are now living longer than ever before.Some people say an ageing population creates problems for government. Others people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took
place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that
they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served
for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
• say what the participants liked about the hotel
• explain why they were unhappy about the food
• suggest what the manage� should clo to improve the food in future
Some people say that the main problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Other say that there are more important problems in the life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy products. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A friend of yours is thinking f going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He|she has asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday.
Describe some possible disadvantages.
Say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer.
Some people say that history is one of the most important subjects. Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experiences.
Some people say History is one o f the most important school subjects. Other people think that in today’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycke more of their waste.
Some governments say how many children a family can have in their home. They may control the number of children someone has through taxes. It is sometimes necessary and right for a government to control the population in this way. Do you agree or disagree?