Q. Some people believe that it is more important to teach children the literature and history of their own country, rather than the literature and history of other countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar chart below shows the results of a survey conducted by a personnel department at a major company. The survey was carried out on two groups of workers: those aged from 18-30 and those aged 45-60, and shows factors affecting their work performance.
Fewer citizens go to their local museums and galleries than ever before. What are the causes of this? What can be done about this?
Some young people look forward to a year of travelling, a ‘gap year’, before they begin work or university and see it as a chance to broaden their horizons. For others this is an expensive waste of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries people rent accommodation while other buy their own houses. Does renting accommodation have more advantages or disadvantages than buying place?
In many cities there is little control on the design and construction of new homes and office buildings, and people can build houses in their own style. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a situation?
In many cities, an increasing number of people do not know their neighbors and there is no sense of community anymore. Discuss the causes and suggest measures that might deal with this situation.
Some people believe that younger generations can learn a lot about how to be good members of society from older generations. Others think it is better for younger people to get advice on how to be a good citizen from their peers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that parents should limit their children’s time to watch TV and play computer games and encourage them to read books. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that students should be allowed to evaluate their teachers, while others think this could lead to a loss of respect and authority. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that parents should limit the time their children spend watching TV and playing computer games and encourage them to read books instead. Do you agree or disagree?
It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. To what extent do you agree or disagreement this statement?
In some countries marriages are arranged by the parents but in other cases, people choose their own marriage partner. Discuss both systems. You should use your own ideas, knowledge & experience & support our arguments with examples & relevant evidence.
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 develoment?
Doing an enjoyable activity with a child can is better for their overall skills development and creativity than reading. to what extent do you agree?
Banks should receive billions of dollars in assistance from their governments during a financial crisis that was in large part their fault. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The mass media, including television, radio and newspapers, has great influence in shaping people's ideas and their minds.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?Give reasons for your answer.
The tables below show response to a questionnaire given by two groups of people who showed their opinions about a new theatre.
Some people believed that maintaining public libraries is a waste of time because nowadays, computer technology can easily replace their purpose. To what extend do agree or disagree?
Many people nowadays are choosing to live and work in another country after graduating from university in their home country. Why this is? Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Prompt: As compared to the past, children these days spend more of their leisure time indoors with computers and TV and less time outdoors. Describe some of the problems this lack of outdoor leisure time can cause and suggest at least one possible solution.
Some business observe that new employees who just graduated from a college or university seem to lack interpersonal skills needed for communication with their colleagues. What could be the reason for this? What solution can help address this problem?
These days older people who have retired often choose to spend money on them. For example on holiday, rather than save money for their children. Is this a positive or negative development
Some people believe that professionals , such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuess both these views and give your opinion.
Both government and individual are spending vast amount of money protecting animals and their habitats. This money could be better spent dealing with fundamental issues in society such as poverty and healthcare. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their acheivements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, people are not taking care of their elderly relatives but seeking the help of professionals to look after them or sending them to Old age homes. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Describe your views and give examples from your own life
University students always focus on one specific subject, but some people think that universities should encourage their students to study a wide range of subjects in addition to their own subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people work for the same organisation all their working life.Other think that it is better to work for different prganisations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that a person's intelligence is inherited from the parents while others believe their environment is the main Discuss both views.which factor do you think is most responsible?
Some people prefer to spend most of their time with friends. Other people prefer to be alone most of the time. Which way of life do you prefer? Use specific reasons to support your answer.
Some people believe the purpose of education should be helping the individual to become useful for society, while others believe it should help individuals to achieve their ambitions. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Learning to manage money is one of the key aspects of adult life. How in your view can individuals best learn to manage their money? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Today, more and more people are waiting until their thirties to get married and have children. Do you think it is a positive or negative trend?
Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends were you stayed at their house. They have just send you some holiday photos.
Write a letter to your friends, in your letter:
Thank them for the holday and the photos
Explain why didn't write earlier
Invite them to come and stay with you
Famous people give their opinion on public topics is it a good idea? What extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people choose to travel abroad to learn a forein language instead of studying in their hometown. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
children should always follow their parents' advice. to what extent to do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The children now tend to ignore their social responsibility compared to the past children. Some people think of this as a positive change, however, others think of it as a negative thing. What do you think about this change?
some people believe that allowing children to make choice on everyday matter (such as food, clothes and entertainment ) is likely to result in a society of individuals who are we think about their own wishes. other people believe that is it important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them discussed but these views and give your opinions
University are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies. Do the advantages of studying abroad outweigh the disadvantages ?
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, andmake comparisons where relevant.
Some people think women should be given equal chances to work and excel in their careers. Others believe that a women’s role should be limited to taking care of the house and children. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Include specific details and examples to support your choice
There goes a saying ‘Pressure makes diamonds’. Many people claim that placing intense pressure on students can do wonders for their growth, while others believe that pressure is useless and is conducive to other undesirable problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries the average worker is obliged to retire at the age of 50, while in others people can work until they are 65 or 70. Meanwhile, we see some politicians enjoying power well into their eighties. Clearly, there is little agreement on an appropriate retirement age. Until what age do you think people should be encouraged to remain in paid employment? Give reasons for your answer.
Some companies and organizations require their employees to wear uniforms. What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing a uniform?
Some people decide to start their own business instead of working hours for a company or organization. Do the advantages for people working for their own business outweight the disadvantages?
These days, children face a number of social issues. Some people say that the reason for this is parents who work and spend most of their time at work. Do you agree or disagree?
Some parents believe that students must work hard at school and spend their free time learning their school lessons, while others believe that students need to spend their free time playing and developing other skills. With which opinion do you agree? Use specific reasons to support your opinion.
Some people think that childcare centres provide the best services for children of pre-school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better careers for their kids. Discuss both views and give your opinion.