The internet has dramatically altered ourlives over the past few decades. Although someof these changes have been negative, the overall effect of this technology has been positive. What is your opinion on this?
In some areas of world people love to live in traditional lifestyle while in other regions they have a modern living standard. Why it happens? Discuss both views for supporting of your topic.
The number of people working online from home has grown in some countries. What advantages and disadvantages can come of this trend?
Governments spend a lot of money on public celebrations such as national holidays and public festivals. Some people say that the government spends too much on this and that they should use this money on other useful things. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for government. Other people think there are benefit if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
More developing countries are being given aid by international organisations to help them in their development plan. Some people argue that financial aid is important but others suggest that practical aid and advice are more important. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
A huge amount of money goes towards children’s education. In some countries, the government pays some or all of the costs. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In some places, old age is valued, while in other culture, youth is considered more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Climate change is a big environmental problem that has become critical in last couple of decades. Some people claim that humans should stop burning fossil fuels and use only alternative energy resources, such as wind and solar power. Others say that oil, gas and coal are essential for many industries, and not using them will lead to economic collapse. What is your opinion?
Recently somepeople can work from using modern technology. Some say this only benefits the workers, but not employees. Do you agree or disagree?
High job demands, stress and sense of commitment are among the main reasons people go to work when they are ill. This way they accomplish important tasks, but may infect others or get some serious health problems themselves. In your opinion should people go to work if they are sick? Support your point of view with relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that schoolchildren should do their classwork individually. Other people believe that sometimes class work should be done in small groups. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreing languahe at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advanantages of this outweight the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include some relevant examples.
why do we need to prevent the extinction of some animals like dinasours and dodos if it is caused by natural processes. what is your opinion about this.
Plastic shopping bags contribute to the pollutionof land and sea. Some people think that they should be banned. Do you agree or disagree?
Making Recommendations.
You normally go shopping in the area where you live. However, you think some of the facilities for shoppers could be improved. Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter:
•say in general what you like about shopping in your area
•say what is wrong with the facilities
• suggest how they can be improved
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
In some large cities, people have to pay a fee when they drive their cars into the city center, in a policy to reduce the number of cars in the city. Give reasons in support of and opposing this policy, and give your own idea.
You have been doing some voluntary work to hepl you local commnity. However, now you are unable to continue doing this work.
write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you have been working
The graphs compare the number of deaths caused by six diseases in Someland in 1990 with the amount of research funding allocated to each of those diseases.
To meet the growing need for food to support an increasing population, a country should make use of edible insects as a food source. However, some believe that insects are not only unhealthy but harvesting them will also negatively affect nature. What are the benefits and drawbacks of eating insects?
Human activity has had a negative impact on plans and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discuss both and give your opinion.
In some countries levels of health and fitness are decreasing and average weighs are increasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what are some possible solutions.
Your colleague has invited you to his farewell party. You will not be able to attend the party, write a letter to the friend.
- Explain the situation
- Say why you will not be attending
-Say something about the period you have worked together and his/her work.
It is belive by some that it is better to live in a city while others believe that life is better in the countryside. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
It is common nowadays for each member of the family to have their own piece of modern technology. Some people think this will lead to a break down in family relations and communication. To what extent do you agree?
research haas shown that he transportaion of product and people are the main source of pollution. some people believe he government should be in charge of this, while others belive it is the fault of individuals. disuss both views and give your opinion?
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuus both views and give your opinion.
Some people think it is better to choose friends who always have the same opinion as them. Other people believe it’s good to have friends who some time disagrees with them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays, many families move overseas for job opportunities and take their children along with them. Some people think that this is beneficial for the children of these families, while others think children will find it difficult. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays animal experiments are widely used to develop new medicines and to taste the safety of other products. Some people argue that these experiments should be banned because it is morally wrong to cause animals to suffer, while others are in favour of them because of their benefits to humanity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
News media is more influential nowadays. Some people think it is a negative development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it’s important to spend money on family celebrations (e.g. weddings, birthdays). However, some think that expensive celebration are a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why this might be the case? Do you think this is positive or negative feedback?
In some counties, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about history of the house or building they live in. What are the reason for this? How can people research this?
Rising university fees and scarce employment prospects for graduates have led some people to say that universities should not teach arts subjects, like philosophy and history, an only offers practical degree courses that maximize chances of employment. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
In some places, young people find it difficult to communicate with older people. Why is this? What are the solutions? (Write at least 10 lines)
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or disgaree with this opinion ?
You are soon going to spend three months doing work experience in an organization.
Write a letter to the manager of the organization where you going to do work experience. In your letter.
Thank the manager for the oppurnity to do work experience.
Explain what you hope to learn from the work experience
Ask some questions about the work experience you are going to do.
In some cities people are choosing cars instead of bicycles, while in other cities riding bikes is replacing cars. Why is this the case? Which development do you think is better?
At an event you attended recently, you met an employee of a company you would like to work at. You talked to her and she suggested that you should contact her if you needed any help with your job application. Write a letter to this employee. In your letter: • remind her how you met and ask for some help • tell her what kind of job you are interested in • ask her about the company’s job application process
The line graphs illustrates average costs of “high-tech gadgets” in Somecountry.
In their advertisement businesses emphasize that their products are new in some way. Why is this?do you think it is positive and negative development?
Your sibling has sent you a letter asking for an update on your life.
Write a letter to your sibling. In your letter:
– Describe what you did for your last birthday
– Ask for photos of your sibling’s last holiday
– Talk about something you are looking forward to
In many societies, cultural traditions are considered an essential part of identity and heritage. However, in the modern world, maintaining these traditions can sometimes be challenging. What are the advantages and disadvantages of maintaining cultural traditions in modern society?
In many countries, truancy * is a worrying problem for both parents and educators. What are the causes of truancy, and what may be the effects on the child and the wider community? (* truancy = the situation when a child pretends to go to school but in fact goes somewhere else, for example to play unsupervised. The verb is ‘to play truant from school.’)
To some people studying the past is the best way to help young people function well in the modern world. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Q. Some people say that excessive noise should be a criminal offence, while others say they should be free to make noise without limitation. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some places, teenagers are encouraged to get part-time jobs while they are still in school. Do the advantages of teens working outweigh the disadvantages?
Advice for Medical Problems Some people today prefer to get advice for medical problems and do not want to visit a doctor. Why is this? Is this a positive or a negative development?
Adult population do not do enough exercise, some people believe that showing major sports event like Olympics or football world cup on television encourages people to exercise. Others argue that there are better ways to encourage adults to move more. Discuss both view and discuss your opinion.