In some countries, parents expect children to spend a long time studying in and after school and have less free time. Do you think it has positive or negative effects on children?
With the increased global demand for oil and gas, undiscovered areas of the world should be opened up to access more resources. To what extent do you agree? Angsa
owadays some countries encourage people to buy more and more products, which is good for economy. While others believe it is bad for the society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many cities crime is increasing. Why do you think this is happening? What can governments do to help reduce crime levels? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The line graph below represents the percentage of tourists to Engalnd who visited four different
The pie charts and table give information about the total value and sources of fish impoerted to the US between 1988 annd 2000.
In some countries in Europe, some children from the age of 11 or 13 go to schools to learn more practical skills that will help them get a job. Other children stay in schools which provide a more general academic education. What should schools do to prepare students for the world of work? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The best way to solve the traffic and transportation problem is to encourage people to live in cities rather than suburbs or countryside. What are the effects of rapid population growth in the city? How can the quality of life city dwellers be maintain?
More and more people use private cars instead of taking public transport . What are the reasons for this thread? How can the government encourage people to take public transport?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarket in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples form you knowledge or experience.
The table below shows the estimated oil capacity of six countries, in millions of barrels per day, from 1990 to 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table compares how much money they give to growing nations by the United States, Eu countries and others between 2006 and 2010.
You are unhappy about a plan to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live near the airport.
Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter
•explain where you live
•describe the problem
•give reasons why you do not want this development
you are living in a university residence, and you have a problem with the high levels of noise from a new campus restauranr which is open until midnight. write a letter to the governor of the university.
complain about the situation say why this is a problem.
propose ways to reduce teh noise.
The line chart illustrates the labour force employment in economic sectors during the period from 1930 to 2010 in USA. These five economic sectors include industrial sector, sales and office, farming and fishing and foresting, technical sector, and other services.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
Correct the information in the article
Explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information.
Suggest what the magazine should do about this situation.
Write at lease 150 words.
More and more animals are on the verge of extinction and othera are on the endangered list. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this problem?
The following diagram shows how greenhouse gasses trap on from the sun. Write a report for a teacher to describe the information below.
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.
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants athe meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter: say what the participants liked about the hotel explain why they were unhappy about the food suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in future
25 June 2025, Scientific developments in farming always bring major benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
your local hospital has advertised for people to do some unpaid work helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time.
Write a letter to the hospital. in your letter
- explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital
-Say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do
-give details of when you would be available for this work
What are the main differences between young children’s social behaviour and that of adults? To what extent are the changes that take place good?
Some feel that cities should be designed to be beautiful while others feel their functionality is more important. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
It is better to buy just a few expensive clothes, rather than lots of cheaper ones. Do you agree or disagree?
It is often thought that an increase in juvenile crime can be attributed to violence in the media. To what extent do you agree or disasgre ?
You recently visited a theatre and had an accident there. The staff were very helpful. Write a letter to the manager giving good feedback.
In your letter, you should tell:
– and describe the accident
– how the staff helped you
– how similar situations could be prevented in the future.
You have reserved a holiday apartment in the city for your elderly parents and want to confirm the arrangements.
Write a letter to the rental agency. In your letter:
confirm the date and time of your parents' arrival
explain the special needs that they have, as an elderly couple
say how you will organise your parents' arrival and departure.
The graph below shows the percentage of people in one country who accessed the news from four sources between 1995 and the present, with projections to 2025.
Some people think that it should be mandatory for students to perform unpaid community service to graduate. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the consumption of 3 spread from 1981 to 2007.
ome people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to orwork in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In order to be successful in sports, some people think you have to be physically strong. Others say that mental strength is more important. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
You have received an important document that needs to be translated. Write a letter to your friend and ask him/her to translate this important document for you.
In your letter, explain -
•why it is important for you
• how fast you need it back
• why you need his/her expertise
Science finds that by styuding behaviour of 3 yeald old children they can predict if they will grow up to be criminal.To what extend is the crimimality related to human nature.is it possible to stop children from being a criminal when they grow up.
Some people think that it is important for children to learn lessons outside the classroom by visiting public buildings. In what extend do you agree or disagree?
Due to increasing world demands for oil and gas energy, people need to look for new sources of energy in remote and untouched natural places. Do the advantages of locating these sources outweigh the disadvantages
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel or work in a foreign country, others say that thes are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.
Recent figures show an increase in violent crime among youngsters under the age of 18. some psychologist claim that the basic reason for this is that children these days are not getting the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers. To that extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowedge or experience
Some people think that the government is responsible for the transportation of children to school. However, others think that it is their parents’ responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many parts of the world, people search for family history. Some people think that finding for the previous generations is a thing to do, but others think that it is better to be focus on present and future generations. Discuss both views and show your opinion
Human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species. Some people think it is too late to do anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You are organising a trip to the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales for a group of students from Perth in Western Australia. Write to the manager of Student Hostel Services and explain when you want to visit the Snowy Mountains, how long you will stay, how many students are in your party, and what accommodation you will reuire.
Some people believe that children should stay at school until 18 years old. However, other people believe they should be allowed to leave school for age of 14. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart shows the percentage of household expenditure on goods and services in a country from 1995 to 2005
besity was once considered a disease of adults; however, it is becoming increasingly common among children. Why do you think this is happening? What can be done to help children stay healthy?
Courses and general online study have recently become very popular. However, some people still prefer to attend classes in person. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
In the past, when student did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of these developments? You should use your own idea,knowledge and experience
Bringing in foreign workers to fill positions that domestic workers are unwilling to do can ause problems in the local community and should therefore be stopped. To what extent do you agree with this?
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both views and give your opinio