In some countries, at secondary at high school, there may be two or three streams of studies, academic or vocational. What are the advantages of this to the students and the society of putting students at the two streams at the age of 15?
Directors and managers of organizations are often older people. Some people say that it is better for younger people to be leaders. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Scientists found that most crimes are committed by people who lack education. Some people think that the best way to reduce the crime rate is to provide prisoners with education because it will help them find a job when they leave prison. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have recently come back from an overseas holiday. You face some problems with the hotel booked through your travel agent.
Write a letter to your travel agent. In your letter
• Details about hotel booking
• Problems that you faced there
• Gives the distance to the travel agent so that such problems are not repeated
success is often measured in terms of how much money somebody has earend do you think wealth is a good measure of success? how else could we measure whether somebody is successful or not
human activity has had a negative impacts in plants and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others belive actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discus both and give your opinion
IN A NUMBER OF COUNTRIES, SOME THINK THAT IT IS NECESSARY TO SPEND LARGE SUMS OF MONEY ON CONSTRUCTING NEW RAILWAY LINES FOR VERY FAST TRAINS BETWEEN CITIES. OTHERS BELIEVE THE MONEY SOULD BE SPENT ON IMPROVING EXISTING PUBLIC TRANSPORT. DISCUSS BOTH THE VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION.
In many countries people are now living longer than over before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benifits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
r) Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these view and give your own opinion.
In some countries the average of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the cause of these problems and what measures coud be taken to solve them?
Topic 2: Some peole think the government should focus on improving the economy of the country. Other people think that government should focus on social services such as health and education programs. Which statement do you agree with? Explain and provide examples to support your opinion.
In Some countires young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies.Discuss the advanatges and dis advantages for young people whodecide to do this
As compared to the past, more younger people take medications for degenerative diseases. What are the reasons for this and give some examples?
The line graph below shows the number of monthly active users of some social network and messaging services between 2010 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some information in films, books and on the Internet has a negative influence on young people. Some people think that such information should be controlled. Give your opinion on both sides of view use your own experience and example.
Housing shortage in big cities can cause severe social consequences. Some people think only government action can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries governments are encouraging industry and business to move out of large cities and go to regional areas. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Economic progress is one way to measure the success of a country. Some people believe there are other factors. What other facrtors should be considered? Which one do you think is more important than the others?
Question:
Write a letter to a company asking for a refund for something you bought from them online. In your letter:
Describe the item you bought
Outline what the problem is
Explain why you want a refund
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
In many countries, there is a growing concern about the excessive use of plastic and its detrimental impact on the environment. Some argue that implementing a plastic tax would discourage the use of plastic products. Do you agree or disagree?
It is shown that many criminals have a low level of education. Some people argue that the best way to reduce crime is to educate criminals in prison to help them find jobs when they leave prison. Do you agree or disagree?
Part 2 Some educators believe that every child should be taught how to play a musical instrument. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, children watch a lot of TV and play video games. However, some think that these activities are not beneficial for a child’s mental health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
the graph below shows the consumption of fish and some different kinds of meat in a european country beetwen 1979 and 2004
you have seen an advertisement in Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for 6 month in look after their 6 year old child. write a letter to the parents.
In your letter.
- explain why you would like to the job
- give details for why you would be a suitable person for employee
-say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
In some countries, the government pays unemployed people on a weekly basis. How does this impact individuals and the government? Do you agree or disagree with this idea?
Young people today are better qualified than they were in the past. Some people argue that this is because competition for jobs is greater than it used to. Others say that people only continue their education because the opportunity exist for them to do so. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You will move to a new city for work. You know some people who live there. Write a letter to someone you know who lives there. In your letter
- ask them for help in finding accommodation
- tell them where you would like to live
- tell them the type of place you are looking for.
You should write at least 150 words.
Travel and Tourism Some people think that the tourism industry is damaging to local cultures, while others believe it provides economic benefits. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
“Some people view teenage conflict with their parents as a necessary part of growing up, whilst others see it as something negative which should be avoided. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.”
Teachers used to convey information, but now with wide resources of information. some people think that there is no role for teachers to play in modern education others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
write a letter to a supermarket and complain about an accident which happened then, give some suggestions as well.
Sone students tend to travel after finishing school and spend time working somewhere instead of going to the university directly. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
All parent want the best opportunities for their children. There are some people who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a child’s future. Discuss both the sides and give your opinion
In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of parents who are choosing to educate their children the miche at home instead of sending them school. Do the advantages of home education outweigh the disadvantages?
Dishes are shipped from far away. Some people think that eating local food is more environmentally and economically. Do you think the advantages is more than disadvantages?
Traffic and accomodation problems are increasing and government should encourage some businesses to move from cities to rural areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some hlep.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
give details of your study plans
explan why you want to get a part-time job
suggest how your friend could help you find a job
Television has had a significant influence on the culture development of societies. Some people believe that the influence has largely been negative while others believe it to be positive. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter explain
- why you would like the job
•give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
•say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
More and more people are relying on the private car as their major means of transportation. Describe some of the problems over-reliance on cars can cause, and suggest at least one possible solution. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS “Your first impressions when you meet someone are always right.” Do you agree with this statement? Write your essay giving your opinion using examples from your own experience. (200-250 words)
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.
All parents want the best opportunities fir their children. There are some people who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a children’s future. Discuss both of sides and give your opinion.
More and more children are accessing the Internet unsupervised. This can sometimes put them at risk. What problems do you think parents face when dealing with their children using the Internet? How can this problem be solved?
Many people can now study at home through distance-learning programmes via the Internet or television, but some people say this kind of education cannot be compared to attending a college. What is your opinion?
In their advertising, bussiness nowdays usually emphasis that their products are new in some way. why is this? do you think it is positive or negative development?
Some people think that it is better to choose friends who always have some options, Other people believe it’s good to have those who disagree. discuss both views and give your options.
You recently finished studying at a university in another country where you shared a house with a fellow student. Something urgent came up while your housemate was away on a short trip and you had to leave without saying goodbye.
Write to your housemate. In your letter
Apologize for leaving without saying goodbye.
Explain why you had to leave.
At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the numebr of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvanatges?