Many countries use fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas) as the main source of energy. However, in some countries the use of the alternative sources of energy (wind energy and solar energy) is encouraged. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The older people who need employment have to compete with younger ones. What problems can this create? What are some solutions?
In the recent years children are forced to study even in their leisure time. Is this a good practice? Do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that in the future, modern technology can take the role of teachers in the class. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Formal examinations are the only effective way to assess a student's performance. Continual assessment such as course work and projects is not a satisfactory way to do this. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? In what other ways the assessment of a child can be done?
Some countries achieve international sports by building specialized facilities to train top athletes, instead of providing sports facilities that everone can use. Do you think this is positive or negative development.
Going shopping used to be a chore, but recently it has become a leisure activity or a pleasant outing. To my mind, it is debatable whether this can be regarded as a wholly positive development
Some people believe that companies should be allowed to collect data about customers freely, while others believe this practice should be restricted. Discuss both sides of this issue.
People can perform everyday task, such as shopping and banking as well as business transactions, without meeting other people face to face. What are the effects of this on individuals and society as a whole
some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. to what extents do you agree or disagree with this opinion
School leaver usually go to work or travelling instead of going directly to a university. Do you think this is advantage or disadvantage for their study?
Some people believe that children should spend all of their free time with their families. other believe that this is unneccesary or even negative. Discuss the possible arguments on both sides and say which side you personally support.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now 'onebig traffic' jam. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars.
Some of the methods used in advertising are unethical and unacceptable in today’s society. To what extent do you agree with this view? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
The pie charts below show the percentage of students on the one adult education centre taking a various courses offered in 1985 and this year
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You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. you don't fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter .
Say which points in the article you agree with.
Explain ways in which your town center is different from most other town centers . Offer to give guided tour of your twon to the writer of the article.Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter .
Say which points in the article you agree with.
Explain ways in which your town center is different from most other town centers . Offer to give guided tour of your twon to the writer of the article.
Today many young people change their jobs or careers every few years. What do you think are the reasons for this? Do you think the advantages outweigh its disadvantages
Nowadays there are many TV shows where the stars are ordinary people rather than professional actors. What are the reason for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
Some schools leavers travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to university. Do the advantages of this for their study outweigh the disadvantages?
The position of women in society has changed markedly in the last twenty years. Many of the problems young people now experience, such as juvenile delinquency, arise from the fact that many married women now work and are not at home to care for their children. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Traditions are about the past and innovation is about the future, and it has been argued that we need to let go of traditions for the sake of progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? What role should traditions have in our lives? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Despite a large number of gym a sedentary lifestyle is gaining popular in the contemporary world. What problems are associated with this? What solution can you suggest.
Differences between countries are becoming less evident. Nowadays people are watching the same films, fashion, brands, advertisements and TV channels. To what extent do the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages?
Some people believe that governments are spending more money on wild life. This money should be used for other works. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that art subjects such as music, drama and creative writing are an essential part of education, and every school should include them in its syllabus. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion And examples from your own experience.
Nowadays many jobs are more stressful and the working day is longer. What are the reasons for this? What can employers do to help employees?
Your child's teacher has requested a meeting with you this Friday to discuss your child's low test scores. Unfortunately, you cannot attend.
Write a letter to your child's teacher. In your letter
•Describe why you cannot attend the meeting
•Explain how you have been helping your child study
•Propose another time to meet
The most important aim of science should be to improve people’lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement
Many elder people are no long look after their families but are put in care home and nursing homes.What are advantages and disadvantages of this .
the childen and adults in many countries playing vedio games .many people belive that it harmful. To what extent you are agree with this statement
It has been claimed that workers over 50 are responsive to rapidly changing ideas in the modern workplace and that this reason younger workers are to be preferred. To what extent would you support or reject this idea?
many student find it difficult to concentrate or pay attention at school. What are the reason ? what could be done to solve this problem ?
The increasing frequency of satellite launches and space debris is becoming threat to the earth What are the main causes? What measure can be taken to address this ?
But all this time is actually good preparation for children, who will have to spend many hours working on computers throughout their education and working lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, rich countries are becoming rich and poor are becoming poorer. What are the causes of this problem? How can this problem be tackle? educat, governm, spent earn
Some people think it is the government’s responsibility to tackle environmental issues. Others believe it is up to each individual to be environmentally responsible. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very imporatant for people why might be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
Is saving more important than spending in today’s world? How far do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own experience.
You recently visited a foreign country and gost some information at the Tourist Information Centre. The information given to you was wrong.
Write a letter to the centre manager and explain:
- what was the information required
- how was the wrong information provided?
- what problem did you have because of this?
Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. What do you think this means? Do you agree with this statement?
Few people devote time to hobbies nowadays. What are the causes of this and what effect this has on the individual and society in general.
Some people believe that development of business result in a loss of cultural ties between countries. Other people contradict this belief. Give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task
The graph below shows the number of enquiries received by the Tourist Information Office in one city over a six-month period in 2011.
Write at least 150 words.
In many countries, it is mandatory for school children to wear uniforms. Do the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many men and women are making the decision to have children later in life. Why is this trend occurring? What are the impacts of this development on both family and society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
hello Shopping is the favourite free time activity for many young people today. Why do you think this has happened? Should young people be encouraged to do different activities in their free time rather than shopping?
Nowadays，young people are admiring media and sports stars, even though they do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Today people live longer after retiring from work. What problems does this cause for individuals and society? What can be done to address these problems?
More people are stressed today than ever before. What are the causes of this stress? What can be done to address this problem?
It is often argued that children must be protected from unsuitable material on TV and the Internet by government censorship. Others say that this is the parents' responsibility to control what their children do and watch. To what extent do you think that this is true?