With the increased global demand in oil and gas, undiscovered areas of the world should be opened up to access more resources. To what extent do you agre
Some people believe that it is essential to include Physical Education classes in the curriculum for all school-age children. Others think that children's time is better spent on more academic subjects. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
There should be an international committee to reduce the use of fossil fuels in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that social networking sites have a huge negative impact on botj individuals and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many developing countries, there is an increasing movement of workers from rural areas into cities. Why do you think this happen? What problems can this cause.
There will be a traditional celebration in your country and you want to invite your friend from an English-speaking country. Write him/her a letter and
-invite your friend, <bp1 >
-explain what happens at the party, <bp 2 >
-describe the tradition and why it’s important in your country,
- say why it is important for your friend to be there.<bp 3 >
What could be done to encourage people to buy local products? An increasing number of people are buying what they need online. What are the advantages and disadvantages for both individuals and companies to shopping online?
Tourism is one of the fasstest growing industries and contributes a great deal to economies around the world. However, the damage tourism can cause to local cultures and the environment is often ignored. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
With the pressures on today's young people to succeed academically, some people believe that non-academic subjects at school (eg: physical education and cookery) should be removed from the syllabus so that children can concentrate wholly on academic subjects. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some argue that governments should invest more in tourism. Others claim that the investment has a negative impact on local people and should be avoided where possible. Discuss both views while giving your opinion.
One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer. Do you think advantages of this development outweight its disadvantages
Developing countries requires international organizations' help. Some people prefer financial aid while others think practical aid and advice are better Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
The diagrams below show the changes that have taken place at Queen Mary Hospital since its construction in 1960.
Museums and art galleries should show local history and culture instead of work from different countries. Disvuss both views and gove your opinion
The graph below shows the demand for electricity in England during typical days in winter and summer. The pie chart shows how electricity is used in an average English home. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
the graph shows data about the annual earnnings of 3 bakeries in calgary in 2000-2010
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
Zoos are sometimes seen as necessary but poor alternatives to a natural environment. Discuss some of the arguments for and against keeping animals in zoos as an IELTS topic and give your own opinion.
Government should fund sport and art for school students , rather than professional sports , arts events . Agree or disagree
Biological warfare is the use of infectious agents with the intent to kill humans as an act of war. Some People believe that this type of warfare should be legally regularized by the UN. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
The graph shows the monthly expenditure on three types of restaurant food in Australia. The plot shows the annual number of restaurant visits for the same types of food between 1965 and 2015. Summarise the information in the charts and make comparisons where appropriate.
Nowadays famous people are photographed by professional photographers everywhere they go. Some people say this is a good thing because the public are interested in their lives. Other people think that photographers are wrong to follow famous people. 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.
•Nowadays animal experiments are widely used to develop new medicines and to test the safety of other products. Some people argue that these experiments should be banned because it is morally wrong to cause animals to suffer, while others are in favor of them because of their benefits to humanity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries traditional customs are being lost. Why do you think this is? What can parents and schools do to keep traditional customs alive?
The table shows the population ratio of females per 100 males in six different areas in 1995 and 2005. (Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, Central America and Oceania). Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
the bar chart shows the percentage change in the share of international students among universityy graduated in different canada in provinces between 2001 and 2006. Summerise the info by selecting the main features, and making comparision where relavent.
The table below shows social and economic indicators for four countries in 1994, according to United Nations statistics. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant.
The pie charts and table present information in percentage of imported seafood to the UK from three nations and total value of seafood.
You are currently doing a diploma course at a college, but you need to
take a week off during this course. Write a letter to the college Principal. In
your letter
give details of your course
explain why you need a week off
say what you want the Principal to do
Write a letter to an electronic company requesting information about their latest model of digital camera you have seen advertised. Ask about the following items
The price and availability of the new camera
The exact size and special functions the set have
Some people argue that the use of animals in medical research for the benefit of humans is acceptable, while others believe that is wrong. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think the use of mobile phone is as antisocial as smoking. Smoking is banned in certain places so mobile phone should be banned like smoking. To what extend do agree or disagree?
The two pie charts below show total world energy consuption and electiricity generation for last year
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly widespread in various c. Is this a positive or negative development?
You have read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centre in your country all look very similar to each other.you don't fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper.inyour letter.
Say which pointsin the article you agree with.
Explain ways in which your town centre is different from most othet town centres.
Offer to give guide tour to the writer of the article.
Foreigners have a tendency to live in the rural area. Give the pros and cons of this and relevant exapmles to support.
TOPIC: Nowadays, some people like to give help to the local community or provide people with direct help. Other people prefer to give money to national and international organizations. Discuss both methods and give your own opinion on which is better.
There is a problem in your street. Write a letter to the local town council explaining who you are, what the problem is and what you expect from them.
Nowadays, a growing number of people;e with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatment instead of vising their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The table below shows social and economic indictators for four countries in 1994, according to United Nations Statistics.
People think that success in sports mainly depends on physical abilities while others think that there are other important factors. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Food travels thousands of miles from producer to consumer; some people believe that eating exclusively local food produced by farmers would be healthier for the environment and the economy.' To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have been working with your company for two years and are interested in a promotion. Write a letter to your direct boss. In your letter:
· Explain your varied achievements over the past two years
· Express your interest in growing with the company
· Ask for a meeting to discuss a potential promotion
The number of internet users around the world has risen from just under two billion in 2010 to over five billion today. That is a rise from around 28% of the global population being online to almost 65%. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
“Without capital punishment (the death penalty) our lives are less secure and crimes of violence increase. Capital punishment is essential to control violence in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?”
Success in formal 'pen and paper' examinations is often seen to be a sign of intelligence. To what extent do you agree with the view that formal examinations measure intelligence? How can students be assessed?
the table below shows stastistics about the top five countries for international tourism in 2012 and 2013.
An increasing number of profectional such as teachers and doctors are leaving their own poooer countries to work in developing countries. What are the reasons for this trend?
The graph shows sales of songs from three musical genres during a period of ten years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A restaurant has placed an advertisement for waiters and waitresses in your local newspaper. Write a letter to the restaurant, applying for the job. In your letter: explain what you are currently doing and describe your suitability for this area of work say when you can attend an interview You should write at least 150 words