Some people believe that educational qualifications will always bring success in life. Other people say that educational qualifications do not necessarily bring success. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that to be a successful sportsman, one needs to have a natural ability. Others think that hard work and practice are more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Challenge 2 Many people try to balance work and other parts of their life. However, this is very difficult to do. What are the problems associated with this? What is the best way to achieve a better balance
Young people who commit serious crimes, such as rubbery or a violent attack should be punished in the same way as adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give tour own opinion.
Some believe that protecting the environment should be the responsibility of individuals, while others think it is the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The maps below show the village of Stokeford in 1990 and at present.
a pie chart and a table show the source and the total value of fish imported to the U.S in 1988, 1992 and 2000
You saw a brochure for a one-week walking tour in the mountains. You're very interested in taking part, but you're not very fit and are worried you wouldn't be able to keep up. Write to the tour operator. In your letter:
• Explain why you're interested in the tour.
• Ask for information about dates and prices.
• Express your concerns about your fitness level.
You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Your friend wants to visit your town. Write a letter to him giving information about the town. In your letter include :
1. what is the good time for visit?
2. describe some interesting places to visit
3. what accomodation is better for his stay?
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academy world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely . discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
some people say that husbands should give their monthly salary to their wives as their wives have to take care of their family while others disagree. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Fast food is very popular these days and many people depend on fast food as their main meals. What are the advantages and disadvantages of eating fast food?
Some people prefer to spend time with their own age group while others like to spend their time with different age groups. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that robots are important for humans’ future development. Other think that robot have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people argue that advances in artificial intelligence will create more jobs and improve lives, while others fear that it will lead to mass unemployment and ethical concerns. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that travelling is a valuable experience; others say it is a waste of time and money. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The graph shows the number of foreign tourists visiting country X in 2019 and 2020.
Movies with spectacular car chases are a thrill to watch and fun too but they have led to an increase in car accidents on urban roads. Do you agree or disagree with this view? What do you think can be done to make the youth more aware of road safety?
Some people think that the best way to make road transport safer is to make vehicle drivers take a driving test every year. Agree or disagree
The map below shows the development of a seaside village betwwen 1995 and present.
Some people say that what children watch influences their behavior. Others believe the amount of time they spend on television influences their behavior most. Discuss both views and give your opinion. MODEL ESSAY:
the map below show village of Stokeford in 1930 and in 2010
The two maps below show an olympic and paraolympic village in 2000 and the same village today Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where revelant
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivataion for commiting it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both thee view and give your opinion
Some people think young people are suitable for learning foreign languages.other believe tghat adults are mlore suitable. Discuss boith views and give your opinion.
You use the local swimming pool often and during one of your visit you have encountered a problem. Write a letter to the manager and say
– What the problem was and when it happened
– What the swimming pool staff have done about it
– Suggest your own solution to the problem.
A Museum Near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary / unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary / unpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary / unpaid work. In your letter –
explain why you want to do voluntary / unpaid work at the museum –
describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful –
give details of when you would be available for work
Write a minimum of 250 words. The first car appeared on British roads in 1888. By the year 2000 there may be as many as 29 million vehicles on British roads. Alternative forms of transport should be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people think people working in creative arts should be financially supported by the government. Others think they should find financial support from other sources. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
“Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.”
The graph shows the number of tourists visiting the Galapagos Islands between 2015 and 2022. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. To zoom in, click on the image.
Some people say that all popular TV programs should aim to educate viewers about important issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people think visual images like photographs or videos can tell information more accurately in a news story, while others think they are not reliable sources. 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.
The large number of private cars on the road in many parts of the world has led to serious problems of pollution and may contribute to global warming. Some people think that governments should spend money for the development of public transportation in order to solve this problem. Others think it is better to spend money for the development of electric and other types of cars that may cause pollution. Discuss both views and give your won opinion.
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 result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Children of ages 7-11 now spend more time watching television and/or playing video games than before. What are the effects of this on children, family and society?What are the possible solutions to this situation ?
The table shows the number os full-time students from India who studied at various universities in the UK in 2000/2021 and 2021/2022. Summarize the main features and make conparisons where relavant.
International travel is becoming cheaper and cheaper, and more countries are now opening their doors to foreign visitors. Do you think that the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think cities are the best place to live. Others prefer to live in the country side. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for qualification Discuss both these views and give youn own opinion.
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to gibe longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways to reduce crime. Discuss both views
Even though globalization affects the world`s economics in a very positive way, its negative side should not be forgotten. Discuss.
Some people feel that young people should follow the traditions of their society. Others, Hơever, believe that young people should be free to behave as individuals. Dicuss both these views and give your opinion
Some people argue that the best way to becom successful in life is to get a university education. Others disagree with it and reckon that nowadays it is no longer true. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The pie charts below show the percentage of students on the one adult education center taking a various course offered in 1985 and this year.
Develop habit of exercise among students by showing sports programmes on TV or should show other ways to encourage them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task
You have recently moved to a different city for work, but you want to maintain contact with a friend from your previous workplace. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
•Describe the city you moved to
• Tell him/her about your new job
• Invite him/her to visit you
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses
These days, cell (mobile) phones and the internet are very important to the ways in which people relate to one another socially. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell how you feel.
Write a letter to the singer. In your letter:
say how you feel about his/her performance
give details of your music-related activities
explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related activities
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ..................,
you have 20 minutes to complete the task