Some educationalists argue that non-exam , arts-based subjects , such as music , drama, art and craft , should be compulsory in the secondary –school curriculum. They believe that activities such as these can improve overall academic performance . to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Do young people today make good use of their leisure time? Or do they spend too much time watching television and playing video games, instead of taking part in more productive activities? Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
ome people prefer to relax by doing physical activities, while others choose mental activities (crosswords, chess etc.). Discuss the both views and give your opinion.
Many animal species are becoming extinct as a result off human activities . What are the causes and possible solutions to this problem?
The table below shows the result of a survey asked 6800 Scottish (aged 16 years and over) whether they had taken part in different cultural activities in the past 12 months. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Full-time university students spend most of their time in class or working on assignments. However, some people think that it is important for students to get involved in non-academuc activities in campus as well. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Dose this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?
Today, more and more full-time university students focus on other activities rather than spend a lot of time studying. Some people think it is essential for university students to be involved in other activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
This graphs shows the types of activities done by the elderly people in their free time from 1980s to the present in the United states.
The graph below gives information the number of participants for different activities at one social center in Melbourne, Australia, for the period 2000 to 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in theri free time. Ohter say that it is imortant for childern to learn how to occupythemselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some parents believe children’s leisure activities should be always educational, but others think it will cause more pressure on children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the best way to stay fit is to join a gym or a health club, while others think doing everyday activities such as walking and climbing stairs is sufficient. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Some people say that teenagers should work part-time and earn money. This way they will learn basic lessons about work and become disciplined. Others argue that teenagers should not sacrifice their rest and after-school activities to work. Discusee both views and give your opinion.
the pie charts show The percentage of the working day adults spend doing difference activities in a country in 1958 and 2008.
Team activities can teach more skills for life than those activities which are played alone. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell him/her 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/musical activities
explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related/musical activities
Human activities have negative effects on the nature and every year many plants and animal species become extinct. Some people think that it is too late to do anything to solve this problem. Other people believe that effective measures can be taken to change this situation. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
the table below shows the result of a survey that asked 60800 scottish (aged 16 years and over )whether they had taen part in different cultural activities in the past 12 months
Nowadays children watch a lot of Tv and play video games. however some people think that these activities are not good for a child's mental health. what extent do you agree or disagree
People doing dangerous sport activities like scuba diving and bungee jumping, they should be responsible for their own life and rescue workers should not risk their lives to save people. Do you agree or disagree?
The line chart illustrates the number of people taking part in various activities at a certain social centre in Melbourne, Australia between 2000 and 2020.
You’ve received a letter from your English pen-friend in which he/she accepts your
invitation to come and stay with you in Ukraine for a week. Write a letter to your penfriend and say
– when the best time to come is and why
– what tourist atractions there are in your area
– what activities he/she could enjoy during the visit
The chart below shows the percentage of children in a European country who took part in four kinds of activities in 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Scientists advise people to lead a healthy lifestyle, but most people continue with unhealthy activities. Why do you think it is and what can do with it?
Human activities are causing the extinction of many animal species around the world. Discuss the main causes of animal extinction and suggest possible measures to prevent it.
The pie chart shows the minutes spent per day on leisure activities in the UK in 1961. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
Some people believe children must have extracurricular activities, while others think children need to have more rest after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
the graph gives information on the number of participants for different activities at one social center in Melborne for the period 2000 to 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
the graph below gives information on the number of participants for different activities at one social center in melbourne, Australia for the period 2000 to 2020. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make com[arison where relevant.
you recently went to a program and thought one of the singer was very good. you want to tell him how you feel.
Write a letter to the singer. In your letter
say how you feel about his performance
give details of your musical activities
explain how you would like him to help you with your musical activities
The bar charts show the various activities in the evening and how they often do between 1980 and 2010
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number,…) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking purpose. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their spare time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experiences.
Some people believe that children’s leisure activities must be educational, otherwise they are a complete waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your aswer and include any relevant examples from your experience. what would be the ideas
The table below shows the results of a survey that asked 6800 Scottish adults (aged 16 years and over) whether they had taken part in different cultural activities in the past 12 months. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that government funding should not be used for supporting Art & culture, while others think that supporting cultural activities may be beneficial for the population and the culture. Discuss both views and give your own openion.
The graph shows the rates of participation in three different activities in a UK sports club between 1983 and 2003.
The following two pia charts show the results of a survey into the popularity of various leisure activities among European adults in1985 and in 1995.
you would like to invite a friend from abroad to a public event in your country. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
invite him to the event
explain why you think he would like this event
tell h other activities you can do
The chart below shows average hours and minutes spent by UK males and females on different daily activities.
Consumer behaviour has changed considerably in recent years due to technology. In what ways does technology affect consumer activities such as shopping? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below shows participation in certain leisure activities by children in Australia. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
The charts below show the percentage of time working adults spent on different activities in a particular country in 1958 and 2008. Summarize the information by selecting reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. (Pie chart)
Many students like to get involved in extra- curricular activities at university such as social clubs and sports. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel. Write a letter to the hotel for making the arrangements. In your letter
mention when you will be arriving and leaving,
mention what type of rooms you would like and the price charged during the weekend
also inquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel.
The government spends a lot of money on education. More money should be spent on free time activities. To what extent do agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answers and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
People doing dangerous sports activities like scuba diving and bungie jumping, they should be responsible for their own life and rescue workers should not risk their lives to save people. Do you agree or disagree?
The following two pie charts display the results of a survey into the popularity of various leisure activities among European adults in 1985 and 1995. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 word
Many young people like to shop in their free time. Why do think youngsters are interested in activities like shopping for recreation? Do you think they should be encouraged to do some other productive activities?