Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child's development. Others think it is important for children to attend school. Discuss the advantages of both views and give your own opinion.
Currently, products of skin whitening or lightening are more profitable globally. Discuss the causes of this trend and its effect on health and the society. Use relevant examples from your experiences
You own an old item that you think is valuable and would like to sell. Write a letter to the owner of an antique's shop.
In your letter:
• explain how you found the shop
• describe the item that you would like to sell
say how much you would like to sell the item for
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses
Compare the advantages of living in university housing with the advantages of living in an apartment in the community. Discuss both views and express your support.
Some people think that space exploration is a waste of resource while others think that it is essential for mankind to continue to explore the universe in which we live. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Recently you saw an article in a newspaper/journal about city/town you know and some of the information in the artice was incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor regarding this.
In your letter, you should tell:
- how you know about this city/town
- what information was incorrect
- what the editior should do about this
You use public trasnport and have been facing issues. Write a letter to the public transport autoroties. In your letter include:
why public transport is important to you
what problem you face
suggest what can be done to improve public transport
Having more money and less free time is better than earning less money and having more free time. Discuss both views and state your opinion.
Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and animals around the world. Some people believe that it is too late to do something while others believe the actions can be taken to improve the situation. Discuss both the prospectives and give your opinion.
Some people believe that children of all ages should have extra responsibilities (for example, helping at home or at work). Others believe that children should be free to enjoy their life. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The planets population is reaching unsustainable levels and people are facing shortage of respurces like water and food. To what consequences may over population lead? In your opinion what measures can be taken to fight over population
air craft have been increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or we out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it .Discuss both views and give your opinion.
With the latest technological advancements, dating is now possible online. Would you recommend online dating for your single friends? What are the advantages and disadvantages of online dating? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Some people think that taxation should be kept to a minimum as the money people arn should be theirs to do with as they wish. Others believe that people should pay a significant level of tax in order support the public services we all depend on. In your view,what is the fairest way to deal with the issue of taxation?
Average standard of people's health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant example from your knowledge or experience
you are planning to go and study English at school overseas. You would like some information about their courses.
Write to the school. In your letter:
- ask about the school
- what kin of accomadition you want
- mention any special requests you have(for example diet).
You are a member of an International Students' club. The club is organising an event to celebrate popular food from around the world.
Write a letter to the event organiser, Luis. In your letter,
offer to make a popular dish from your country
describe what this dish is
explain why it should be included in the event
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Some people believe that schools should put children of different ages together in the same class. What is your opinion about this?
Some people think developing countries should invite large foreign companies to open offices and factories to grow their economies. Others think developing countries should keep the large companies out and develop local companies instead. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The television is good for you. Discuss the advantage and disadvantage of watching television. Give reason for your answer and include any relevant example from your experience.
Every country should produce enough of everything that the country needs so it should not rely on imports. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
f children behave badly should their parents take responsibility and also be punished? State your answer and give your reasons. OR If a five year old commits a crime, should his/her parents accept responsibility and how should they be punished. What is the age of a child when parents no longer have the responsibility of a child’s behavior?
Recently you had a holiday overseas and you stayed with a family member who has just sent you a letter and some photos of your holiday.
Write a letter to your family member. In your letter:
- thank him/her for the photos and for the holiday
- explain why you didn’t send a letter earlier
- invite your family member to come and stay with you
You recently flew with an airline and had a problem with the food on the plane. Write a letter to the company. In your letter
· give the details of the flight
· explain what the problem with the food was
· say what the airline should do about it.
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people feel that manufacturers and supermarkets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods others argue that customers should avoid buying goodswith a lot of packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many working people get little or no exercise either during the working day or in their free time, and have health problems as a result. Why do many working people not get enough exercise? What can be done about this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that the personal happiness is directly related to economic success, while others argue that happiness depends on ther factors. Discuss both viewpoints and state your view.
Write a letter to your neighbor requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your
letter:
– Your reason for writing
– What you would like to happen
– A nice, respectful style
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.
Small shops in towns and villages are closing and are being replaced by big stores. Do you think it is a good or a bad trend? Explain your opinion.
Modern medical science has made it possible to combat many diseases. This is one reason that people are living longer lives now than in the past. Discuss the effects this might have on society. Support your answer with reasons and examples from your own experience.
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 to do you agree or disagree? Give reason for your answer and incude any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Language teachers should concentrate on giving feedback to students when they do good work, rather than on criticising bad work. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Technological developments leads to lots of environmental issues. Some people think a simple life style can preserve the environment. While others argue technology itself can solve it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The government spend about 220 million (poundsterling) a year supporting museums and galleries in the UK, and a similar amount subsiding the visual and perfoming arts. This is a huge sum to spend on minority interest, and the money would be better spent on more important things. It should be up to the people who enjoy cultural attractions to pay for them. What are your views?
some people think that children should only read acdemic book.other believe that reading books for pleasure is equally improtant.Discuss both view an dgive your opinion.
You are a member of an International Students’ club. The club is organising an event to celebrate popular food from around the world.
Write a letter to the event organiser, Luis. In your letter
• offer to make a popular dish from your country
• describe what this dish is
• explain why it should be included in the event
some people prefer to live in small family units, while other think it is better to live in large family groups. discuss both view and give your opinion.
Nowadays, more people move away from their friends and families for work. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The mass media, including television, radio and newspapers, have a great influence in shaping people's ideas. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answers.
Some people view teenage conflict with their parents as a necessary part of growing up, whilst others see it as something negative which should be avoided. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that teachers should be responsible for teaching students how to judge right from wrong and how to behave well. Some say that teachers should only teach students academic subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe money is the best gift for teenegers, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Most agree that schools should be training children to recycle waste to preserve the Earth's natural resources. However, some believe that it is parents who should teach their children to recycle waste while others feel schools are more responsible. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some say that young people are not suitable for decision-making positions in governments; others however disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have been invited to a networking conference for your field of work.
Write a letter to your boss. In your letter:
· Describe the invitation you received and why it is important to you
· Explain why the conference would be beneficial for you and the company
· Ask for the company for time off to attend and to cover some of the travel costs
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr. Powell,
One of your friends is planning to visit your country and asking you for some information.
Write a letter to him/her and say:
o when the best time to visit your country is
o suggest a plan for the travel
o recommend places to visit in your countr
Some people think that government should subsidize fruits and vegetables to make healthy food cheaper. Other argue that text should be set on on healthy food. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The number of zoos in some countries has increased. Some people think zoos are cruel and should be banned. Whats your opinion?
ome people argue that teaching children of different abilities together benefits all of them. Others believe that intelligent children should be taught separately and given special treatment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion