Society is based on rules and laws. If individuals were free to do whatever they want to do, it could not function. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the above statement?
In some areas of the US, a "curfew" is imposed in which teenagers are not allowd to be out of doors after a paticular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this?
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this messege?
Some people say that children should spend their free time on clubs and extra classes. Other, however, believe they should spend their leisure time doing activities with their families. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter of invitation to your parents. In the letter:
– Explain that you have completed your studies
– Give details of the event, including time, date and dress code
– Let them know how many tickets they have and who they are for?
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the results of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting tha main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Should long-term job seekers in receipt of government benefits be made to do voluntary work so that they give something back to community? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The top priority of businesses is making money, anh they do not need to have social responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information. Such as their hobbies and interests, and whether theyq are married or single. Some people say that this information may be relevant and useful. Others disagree. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people encourage young children to leave their parents house as soons as they become adults while other say children should stay at their parents house as long as possible. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
An increasing number of children are overweight which could result many problems when they grow older both in terms of their health and heath care costs. Why do you think so many children are overweight? What could be done to solve this problem?
Some people believe that teenagers should concentrate on all school subjects. But others believe that should focus on subjects that they are good at or that they find the most interest discuss both side and give your opinion.
The graph below show the number of hours spent on social media per day from 2010 to 2016 as well as the reasons why they used them. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevent.
Some people think that computers are more of a hindrance than a help in today's society. Others believe that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. Discuss both opinions and give your opinion.
Some people believe that children are given 100 much free time. They feel har this time should be used to do more school work How do you think children should spend their free time? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience,
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everyhing they want onilne without paying. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Nowadays, there is a growing tendency that many museums and historical sites are mainly visited by tourists from other regions of the country and from abroad. It seems that they’re less attractive for local dwellers. Why is this the case? What can be done to attract local people? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is very common for people to change both their habits and their opinions as they get older. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
An increasing number of children are overweight which could result in many problems when they grow older both in terms of their health and the healthcare costs. Why do you think so many children are overweight? What could be done to solve this problem?
Your city council is planning to pull down one of the historic buildings in your town because they do not have funds to renovate it. As a citizen, you do not want it to happen.
Write a letter to the city council. In your letter,
say what the importance of this historic building is
mention why it should be renovated rather than pull down
suggest a plan to raise funds and maintain the building in the future
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people spend most time of their lives living close to where they were born What might be the reasons for this? What are the advantages and disadvantages?
Some experts say that cyclists should take exams before they are allowed to ride on public roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
More and more people no longer read the newspaper or watch TV programs to get news. They get news about the world through the internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
some people like to live in the same area for their whole life, while others prefer to change the area where they live frequesntly depending on their needs and moods. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people argue that not enough household waste is being recycled. They believe that the only way to increase recycling rates is for governments to make it a legal requirement.To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
Nowadays 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 tiredness darkcircles
In some countries, if people need to find work, they have to move away from their families and their friends. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
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 think that old houses should be knocked down to build new houses or apartment blocks. Others think that old houses should be protected because they are part of a nation’s history. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Professionals like doctors, teachers and lawyers contribute equally to society with non-professionals including entertainers and sportspeople. Thus, they should receive equal pay. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position
n the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?Write 250 words within no more than 40 minutes.
Some people think that students should wear school uniforms, while others believe they should be free to wear what they want. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people have to find work abroad, they have to leave their homes as well as friends. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In some areas of theUS,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?
In spite of the many advances women have made in educational and employment, they continue to be at a disadvantage when it comes to pay and promotion. In your view, what should be done to promote equality of opportunity for men and women in the workplace?
Plastic shopping bags are used widely and have caused many environmemtal problems. Some say they should be band To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today, the high sales of ppopular goods reflect the power of advertising and not the real need of the society in which they are sold. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In recent years, pressure on school and university students has been increasing and they are pushed to work very hard from a young age. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some parents believe that a child should not waste time by reading entertainment books. Instead, they should spend time reading educational books only. What is your opinion about this?
Write a paragraph of about 250 words to express your views on the statement saying that problematic students should not be grouped together with ordinary ones and they should be taught separately. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
Some people think movies should only be for entertainment. Others think that they should also have educational values. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are going to study in a college in the UK next year. You would like to stay in a college Hall of Residence.
Write a letter to the college. In your letter
explain your accommodation requirements
explain what your food needs are
ask what alternatives are available if they cannot provide what you want
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Most advertisements make products seem much better then they really are. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
In money countries, people have health problems because they follow an unhealthy lifestyle. What do you think are the reasons for these problems? How can they be solved?
Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attitudes and give your own opinion."
Some people don't like leave in the small city because they can't develop there a skill in there. How far do you agree or disagree with this statement?
chools are spending more time teaching traditional subjects such as history. Some people think they should rather spend more time in teaching skills that can help students find a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people like to be the owners of the place where they live, but other people like to rent accommodation. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Schools and teachers are no longer necessary because children can get so much information available through the Internet, and they can study just as well at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays young people increasingly admire media persons and sports stars even though they don't set a good example. Is it a positive or negative development?