The growing numbers of overweight people is putting a strain on a health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Professional sports are a very large industry in the world today. The most elite players can get contracts worth many millions of dollars. Some say there is too much money in sports and that it defeats the purpose of the actual game. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Use examples from your own experience to support your answer.
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the cademic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely
discuss both these views and give your own opinion
In some areas in the US a "curfew" is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be outdoors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. what is your opinion aabout this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge.
In some countries, most people prefer to rent a house rather than buy their houses. What are the advantages of renting a home? Should governments subsidies house prices for first home buyers?
the chart below gives some of the most reported isssues among the people living in the UK in 2008
n some countries, secondary school aims to provide a general education across a range of subjects. In others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. Which do you think is appropriate in today’s world?
You want to start your own business. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter: tell him/her about your business
explain why you think it is a good idea and
ask him/her for some help or advice
In some countries, owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situations?
Celebrities earn more money than other professionals. Some people believe that this is unfair. However, others justify the high salaries of actors, singers and athletes. What is your opinion?
Experts say older people were happier and healthier in the past because they did more exercise and spent more time with family and friends. Whereas now may suffer loneless and health problems. What are the cause and what are some solution
People, in some countries, prefer to have a fast and extensive rail transportation system while others think that improving the existing road transportation system is far more important and that is why more budget should be spent on roads. This essay discusses both views. Personally, I am in favour of developing and enhancing both.
You are a member of a sports centre and you have noticed a problem which has not been fixed for some time. Write a letter to the manager of the gym. In your letter
tell the manager about the problem
explain how this issue is affecting your experience at the gym
tell the manager what you would like to happen
In some counties, when someone gets old, they often go to live in a home with other older people where there are nurses to look after them. Sometimes the government has to pay for this care. Who do you think should pay for this care, the government or the family?
Write a letter to a friend to ask him/her to develop a website for your business. In your letter:
Give a brief description of the business
Mention what you’d like to be there on the website
Provide some ideas on the use of images on the website.
Online education is becoming more and more popular. Some people claim that e-learning has so many benefits that it will replace face-face education soon. Others say that traditional education is irreplaceable. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
A healthy person is often described as someone who has a good diet, gets a lot of exercise and avoids stress. What do people do to stay healthy in your country?
You have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase.
Write a letter to the company that you bought the clothing from. In your email
•Give details of purchase
•Describe the problem
•Explain why you need a replacement urgently
Write at least 150 words.
You do not need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Nowadays many people travel to foreign coutries foe pleasure. Some believe this travel has a negative impact on the coutries travelled to. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have just started a course in a college which has not sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club. In your letter
Introduce yourself
Say why you are interested in this sports club
Ask some questions about the club
Example- facilities, members, costs
Topic: Some people think that the modern communication technology is having a negative effect on social relationship. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
You have seen a advertisement in an australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and after look after their six year old child.
Write a eletterto the parents. In your letter
Explain why you would like the Job
Many countries celebrate Halloween or similar festivals at the end of October. Some people argue that these celebrations have a negative impact on cultural traditions, while others believe they promote creativity and community bonding. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries, people are choosing to have children at a later age. Some people believe this trend has negative effects on both the government and families. What is your opinion? Use knowledge and experience to support your answer.
With a growing population one of the most pressing issues is that of feeding such a large number of people. Some people think that GM foods offer a viable solution to this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write a letter to this famous actor. In your letter
• give some information about the new theatre
• invite her/him to open the new theatre
• explain why she/he would be a good person to open the theatre
Your company is going to give a special training course for staff.
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
First impressions are important. Some people think that by doing well in interviews is the key to securing good jobs. To what extent do you agree?
Your friend wants to send her/his child to leam music. He/she asked you for some information about the music academy that you went to
Write him/her a letter. You should
-Describe the music school
-Suggest a teacheror a class to go to
- Explain why you recommend it
Some companies sponsor sports and sports stars as a way to advertise themselves. Some people think it is good, while others think there are disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. You find it very difficult to work there because he or she always has friends visiting. They have parties in the room and sometimes borrow your things without asking you.
Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college and ask for a new room next term. You would prefer a single room. Explain your reasons.
Celebrities such as actors, athletes earn large salaries compared to other professionals. Some people consider this unfair, while others think that celebrities deserve to be paid a lot for the work they do. Discuss both opinions and give your opinion on the subject.
n my place, a new home are needed, but only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build a new home there. What is your opinion?
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did
at university. HelShe has asked for your advice about studying this subject.
Write a letter to your friend.In your letter
give details of the course you took at the university
◦ explain why you recommend the university
give some advice about how to apply
Genetically engineered food is an important issue in modern society. Some people think that it will improve people's lives in many ways. Others feel that it may be a threat to life on earth. Discuss both opinions and give your opinion.
People have different ways of escaping stress and difficult of modern life. Some read, some exercise, others work in their gardens. What do you think are the reasons for stress? What are the best ways of reducing stress?
In some schools, teacher teach a foreign language to student of primary language to student of the introductory cl ass. What are the advantages and disadvantages associated with this phenomenon? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
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?
Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbies and intrests, and whether they are married or single. Some people say that this infomation may be relevant and useful. Others disagree. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Interviews form the basic selecting criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that the interview is not a realiable method of choosing whom to employ. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that only reason for learning a foriegn language is inorder to travel to or work in a foreign country.Others says that these are not the only reason why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your opinion?
Food travels thousands of miles from farms to cosumers. Some people believe we should buy food from local farmer to protect the environment and support local businesses. Do the advatages of this outweigh the disadvatages ?
You are about to go on vocation for a month. A friend from another town will come and stay in your apartment. Write a letter to this friend.
In you letter
-explain where your friend can get the key to the apartment
-give your friend some instructions about using your apartment
-recommend some places to go
TOPIC 1 : some people think that in lieu of preventing climate change , we need to find a way to live with . To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Leaders and directors in an organization are normally older people, hence should be considered, some people think younger leaders would be better. Discuss both the views and give your opinion?
In some countries old people who retire from work spend the money on themselves (e.g. holidays) rather than save money for their children. Is this a positive or negative development?
In their 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 is generally believed that internet isan excellent means of communication but some people suggest that it may not be the best place to find information. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Preventative Measures According to the U.S. Department of Justice, compliance programs should contain preventative measures like monitoring and training to fend off corruption issues. To what extent do you think the faithful execution of preventative measures could limit corruption? Do you think corruption is something the business community could eliminate completely, or is it an inevitable phenomenon we must manage?
People born today can expect to live longer than people in previous generations. What are some of the positive and negative implications of this phenomenon? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.