The use of technology in our daily lives is increasing, and some people believe it is making our lives more complicated. They think that we should reject these advancements and return to a simpler way of life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Nowadays, young people admire sports stars though they often do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In the past, most people lived in small villages where everyone knew everyone else. Nowadays, most people live in large cities where they only know a few people in their area. What do you think were the advantages and disadvantages of living in a small community? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience. Make a list of advantages and disadvantages. Which is better: living in a large city or a small community?
Some people believe teenagers should concentrate on all subjects, even ones they do not enjoy. Others, however, believe that teenagers should only focus on the subjects they are bast at or find most interesting. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that governments should only focus their spending on public services, and they claim that spending on arts is a waste of money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some places, workers are required to retire at a specific age. In other places, workers can retire when they choose. In your opinion, should there be a mandatory retirement age for all workers
Some people think that singers’ and film stars’ salaries are unreasonable. They buy too many goods and care too little about other people. To what extent do you think this is true? Should anything be done to change the situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that some type of criminals should not go to prison, instead they should do unpaid work in the community. To what extent do you agree?
You recently sent some documents by post, but they did not arrive at the destination.
Write a letter to the post office manager. In your letter,
•give details of the situation
•describe the documents
• say what action you want the post office to take
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in findingout about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
It is argued that parents of children who break the law should be punished as they are responsible for their children's actions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people like to do their everyday shopping at large supermarkets. Others want to go to several small stores or local markets to buy what they need. Which style of shopping do you prefer and why? Give reasons and examples to support your answer….. A
In the future, nobody will buy printed books or newspapers because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying? To what extent, do you agree or disagree with this statement? (KLL)
Some people believe that advertisements aimed at children should be banned because they have negative effects. Others argue that advertising is necessary and provides useful information. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some believe that pets should stay at home at all times, while others feel they should be allowed outside the home. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some studies suggest criminals have a low level of education. For this reason, the best way to reduce crime levels is to educate people in prisons so that they can get a job after they are released from prisons. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
These days, people receive a lot of advertising (for example, emails, texts messages and phone calls) that they have not asked for. Why do businesses advertise in this way? Is this a good thing or a bad thing? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words
Many people say that companies should give importance to their employees, whereas others say that they should give importance to customers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some think they can use as much fresh water as they want, but others say governments should limit water use because it’s not endless. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many elderly people are no longer being looked after by their families, rather they are living in nursing homes. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays young people watch too much violent programs and are exposed to a great deal of negative news. Some people fear that this may have negative effects on young people and the society they live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many places, people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
Nowadays, many parents are sending their kids abroad to acquire good education. But, if and when these foreign educated students get back to their native country, they find it difficult to adjust themselves to the work life there. What kind of challenges do the people educated overseas face in their own country? What advice would you offer such people? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your local public library wants to make improvements to their services and facilities. In order to get ideas from the public, they have asked library users to send them suggestions in writing.
Write a letter to the librarian. In your letter
-describe what you like about the library
- say what you don’t like
- make suggestions for improvements
Some people believe they should keep all the money they have earned and should not pay lox lo the state. Do you agree or disagree?
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. What is your opinion on this matter?
Many small business are being forced to close because they are unable compete with multinational corporation? what problems does this cause and how can problems be solved?
Some people believe that everyone has a right to have access to university education and that goverment should make it free for all students no matter what financial background they have. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think any form of experimentation on animals for any reason is wrong. They believe all such experiments should be banned. Others think the benefits research offer us in terms of medical advances make experiments on animals worthwhile. Discuss both the views and give your opinion
The bar chart shows the difficulties people have when they move to a new country and how the problems vary according to people’s ages.
Some people think that the government should decide which subjects should students study at the University while other believe that students should be allowed to apply for subjects they prefer. Discuss both views.
The availability of entertainment such as video games on handled devices are harmful to individuals and to the society they live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think governments should spend as much money as possible exploring outer space. Others argue they should spend the money for poor people. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that elders should be cared at home with family members. Others think that they should be kept at nursing homes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowdays many people complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lack of sleep?
It is pointless making children who lack artistic talent learn painting and drawing in Art classes at school. Instead, they should concentrate on other creative or practical subjects for which they may have more aptitude. To what extent do you agree ot disagree?
In some areas of the US, a ‘curfew’ is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this?
Young children should be punished in the same way as adults if they commit a serious crime (such as a violent attack or a robbery). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many think that in today’s world, it is tough for people to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Others, however, feel that it is easy for people to be healthy and fit if they want to be. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, many people have to work longer hours and they feel stressed out than before. What are the reasons for stress at the workplace? What can employers do to make their employees life easier?
Some people who have been successful in society don't attribute their success to the theoretical knowledge they learned from their university. Do you agree or disagree that theoretical knowledge is not as valuable as expected?
One of your friends has just had a twin and for some reason you cannot go visit them in their town.
You should write a letter to your friend and in your letter you should
• congratulate them on the new-born babies
• explain why you cannot go visit them
• offer to help in case they need help.
Some people get into debts by buying things they don't need and can't afford. What are the reasons for this behavior? What action can be taken to prevent people from having this problem?
Nowadays, many people have to work longer hours,and they feel more stressed out than before. *What are the reasons for stress at the workplace? *What can employers do to make their employees's life easier?
Many countries have compulsory military service for young men after they leave school. It would be a good idea for all countries to adopt this system for men, and possibly for women too. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some employers think formal academic qualification are more important than life experiences and personal qualities when they look for an employee. Why is it the care? Is it a positive or negative development？
Parents should not pressure their children to choose a particular profession. Young peple should have freedom to choose the career path they like. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The main purpose of public libraries is to provide books as they should not waste their limited resources and space on providing expensive high tech media , such as computer software, videos and DVD's . To what extent do you agree or disagree with this segment?
Some people feel that high school students should only learn literature from their own country, while others feel that they should be exposed to literature from around the world. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Children should not have their own mobile phones or smart phones when they are in elementary schoul (before 6 grade). Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.