Some people believe that the academic success of students depends on good teachers at schools. Others think that it depends on the attitude and determination of the students. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Sales of consumer products show the impact of advertisements, not the needs of people in different societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The world population has been increasing lately. One way to curb excessive growth in the third world countries is to restrict the number of children each couple can have to 1. Other people believe that empowerment of woman is a better way. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people consider playing sports is beneficial for schoolchildren. Some, however, believe sport activities also have some drawbacks. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of children playing sports.
During the 20th century, contact between different parts from the world has developed rapidly thanks to air travel and telecommunication. To what extent do you agree that societies benefit from the increased contact and closer relationships with foreigners brought by international tourism and business?
Some people regard video games as useful educational tool. Others, however, believe that video games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?
An increasing number of people change their career and places of residence several times· during their life. Is this a positive or negative development?
You recently completed a course and youu borrowed a book from your teacher which you couldn't return in time. You would like to return the book now. Write a letter to your teacher and say:
What book it was.
How helpful was the book?
Explain why you couldn't return it in time.
Governments should ban dangerous sports. Others think that people should have the freedom to do any sport activity. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people believe that media should be allowed to publish information about the private lives of famous people. Others say that everybody has a right to privacy and this practice must be controlled or even stopped. Discuss both views.
Nowadays, full-time university students tend to focus on their studies. Some people think it is essential for university students to be involved in other activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase. Write a letter to the company that you bought the clothing from.
In your email
-give details of the purchase
-describe the problem
-explain why you need a replacement urgently
In some places, workers are required to retire at a specific age. In other places, workers can retire when they choose. In your opinion, should there be a mandatory retirement age for all workers
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Percentage of households with electrical appliances (1920-2019) 0 Percentage of households 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 10 0 1920 1940 - Washing machine 1960 1980 2000 2019 Year o Refrigerator ~ O- Vacuum cleaner Number of hours of housework* per week, per household (1920-2019) Number of hours per week 888888 0 1920 1940 1960 1980 2000 2019 Year -0- Hours per w
Some believe that history has little to teach us about today while others think that the study of the past helps us to understand the present. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries, small town-centre shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
The best way to make the road transport of goods safer is to ask drivers to take a driving test each year. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The given below pie chart shows the cultural and leisure Activities amongst boys’ and girls’. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
some people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination, while others think that there are more important factors such as money and appearance. disscus both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that language teaching should take place in small classes, while others believe that the number of students in a language class does not matter. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary school to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree?
Everybody should be allowed admission to university study programs regardless o f their level o f academic ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The charts compare Korea, Sweden and the UK in terms of the methods used in each country to dispose of harmful waste.
The graphs below show how people in a European city reached their office and got back home in 1959 and 2009.
Some student work while studying.This often results in lacking tome for education and constantly feeling under pressure. What do you think are the cause of this? What solution can yoi suggest?
In some countries, despite the decline in serious crime, people feel less secure than ever before. What do you think are the main causes of this problem and what actions can be taken to solve it?
Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter
1. say who you are
2.give details about the accident
3. suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents.
You have seen an advertisement for a weekend course to study a foreign language. Write a letter to the institution offering the course.
In your letter:
ask for details of the course
ask if the course teachers are qualified native speakers
As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, some Governments are encouraging businesses to move the rural area. Do you think the advantages outweigh to disadvantages?
New houses are often designed to have open private spaces like a balcony or garden. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages in this approach?
Some people believe that artificial intelligence (AI) will replace many jobs in the future, while others think it will create new job opportunities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some argue that schools should prioritise life skills such as working in a team and problem-solving instead of traditional academics. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The only way to solve the increasing crime rate of young offenders is to teach parents better parenting skills. To what extent do you agree?
You saw an advertisement for a short course in computer programming located in another city.
Write a letter to the course administrator and ask for more information.
In your letter:
introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in the course
ask for details about the course schedule and accommodation options
ask about the total cost and any entry requirements
Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference. In your letter:
say what job you have applied for
explain why you want this job
suggest what information the teacher should include
Your local library wants to improve its services and facilities. Write a letter to the library.
In your letter you should:
explain who you are
make your suggestions
and explain how this would make the library better.
The maps below show the changes that have taken place in Meadowside village and Fonton, a neighbouring town, since 1962. Umar
In some countries children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this massage?
Some people think that online learning is the future of education, while others believe traditional classroom teaching is more effective. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Government spend millions of dollars esch years on their space programms. most recently , Mars is the focus of scientists' attention . some people think thi money would be better spend on dealing with problems closer to home. do you agree or disagree ?
Many young people do not know how to manage their money when graduating high school. What do you think are the reason what can be done to teach them this important skills
A lot of old people are suffering from loneliness these days. They also lack physical fitness. What do you think are the reasons for this problem? Can you think of possible solutions?
The line chart demonstrate the amount of tourists who visited a specific Caribbean island during a period from 2010 to 2017. It is clear that the total number of tourists saw a dramatical rise over the peroid, especially those choosing to stay on cruise ships. According to the chart, there is a noticable increase in tourism in Caribbean islands, with the number rising consistently from 1 million to 2.75 million between 2010 and 2016 before a huge jump to 3.5 in 2017. In detail, the number of visitors staying on island remained steady at 0.75 million in 2010 and 2011, after which there is a significant grow in 2013 with the figure twice as large as that in 2010. Then the number levelled out at 1.5 million despite a drop in 2016. In addition, there was a different trend among the tourists who staied on cruist ships: after a fluctuation between 0.25 million and 0.5 billion for 3 years, it climbed gradually during the rest peroid to 2 million, overtaking the figure for those mentioned above in 2016.
Too much emphasis on is given for educaton of the young. More government money should be spent to free time activity of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
World history suggests that violence and conflict were more evident under male leadership than under female leadership. So, for peace to prevail, female leadership can be considered as a better option than male leadership. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the different types of accommodations chosen by the British when they were on holidays in 2013.
International tourism has brought enormous benefit to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants and the enviroment. Do the disadvantages of International tourism outweight the advantages?
Write a letter to your friend who has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. In your letter:
•give contact details for when you are away,
•give instructions about how to care for your pet,
•describe other household duties you would like your friend to undertake.
You should and spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Many people go to university for acadamic study. More people should be encouraged to do vocational training because there is a lack of qualifed workers such as electricians and plumbers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Opinions on food are changing rapidly and there are many who believe that everyone should follow a vegetarian diet because it would have a positive impact on our health and the environment. Do you agree or disagree?