In some cities, public parks and open spaces are being changed into gardens where local residents can grow their own food and vegetables. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The environmental problems facing today's world are so great that there is little ordinary people can do to improve the situation. Government and large companies should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. 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.
n the past, lectures were the traditional method of teaching large numbers of students in a classroom. Nowadays new technology is increasingly being used to teach students. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this new approach in teaching? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
University education should be restricted to the very best academic students, rather than being available to a large proportion of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Computer and AI technology an increasingly being used for online education. Can artificial intelligence enhace the learning experience ? Is this a positive or negative development ?
**Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?**
Influence of human beings on the world's ecosystem is leading to the extinction of many species & loss of biodioversity. What are the primary causes of loss of biodiversity? What solution can be done to to solve it?
Robots and artificial intelligence are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society
Influence of human beings on the world’s ecosystem is leading to the extinction of species and loss of biodiversity. What are the primary causes of loss of biodiversity? What solutions can you suggest?
The pie chart shows how dance classes are positioned in Australian town while the bar chart compares various kinds of dance classes which are being attended by young people.
You have a test in your English class next week, but you cannot attend. Write to your teacher. In your letter:
. Explain your situation.
. Apologies for not being able to take the test.
. Ask whether it is possible for you to take the test at another time.
Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any address. Begin your letter with: Dear...
Cutting down forest is a environmental threat, yet, this is still happening at a great rate around the world. Why do you think forests are being destroyed? Are there any benefit from the destruction of forests
Over the last few decade the media has promoted the image of young thin women as being ideal. What problems has this caused? What solutions can you suggest to this issue?
Some experts say for road safety cyclists should pass a test before being allowed on public roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
High stakes English language tests, such as the IELTS, are increasingly being delivered on the computer. Do the advantages of computer-based testing outweigh the disadvantages?
children going to single-sex school have disadvantages in later life . In many countries children are being sent to co-education system and unisex schools by their parents that have various advantages and disadvantages.|
Nowadays techonology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Many young children have unmonitored access to the internet and are using the internet to socialize with others. What problems do children face while being online without the supervision of parents? How can these problems be solved?
Human beings should find new ways to live with climate change rather than prevent it from becoming worse. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences.* Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
Many jobs that used to be done by humans are now being done by machines. Does this development bring more advantages or disadvantages?
Some countries have laws that prohibit animals being used in circuses or other forms of entertainment because it is cruel to keep animals in an environment that can cause them stress. Should all countries have laws to prevent animals being used in circuses and similar forms of entertainment? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Computer are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed rather than to work with a company or organization. What might be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self employed?
Some people claim that it is acceptable to use animals in medical research for the benefit of human beings, while others argue that it is wrong. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You were supposed to go on an interview in a few weeks, but you have since found out you cannot go on the date arranged.
Write a letter to the potential employer. In your letter,
tell them why you need to move the interview time
ask to change the interview date
explain that you are still interested in being interviewed for the job
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods, which has a negative effect on local food culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The number of people who are at risk of serious health problems due to being over weight is increasing. What is the reason for the growth in overweight people in society. How can this problem be solved.
Computers are being used more and more in education. Some say this is a positive trend, whereas others argue that it is leading to more negative consequences. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Fossil fuels are the main sources of energy around the world. However, people are being encouraged to use alternative energy sources such as wind energy, solar energy and so on. DO you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people say that every human being can create art, for example painting. Others think only the people born with the ability can create art. Discuss both view and give your opinion?
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to wor for a company or organistaion. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
Some people think that being born into a poor country is bad luck while others believe that it only helps fuel one’s aspirations to succeed. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some sceientists believe that in the future computers will be more intelligent than human beings. while some see this as a positive development others worry about the negative consequences. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In the past lectures were the traditional method of teaching large numbers of students.Nowadays new technology is increasingly being used to teach students. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this new approach in teaching?
Social networking is being used more for personal and professional purposes. Many people believe this is a positive trend whereas others say that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Natural resources, such as water, forest and oil, are being used at an excessive rate. What are the causes of this problem? What are the possible solution to address this issue? Zhazira.
Your local newspaper would like to have a new regular weekly feature on a subject of interest for readers. Readers are being encouraged to make suggestions sent in an e-mail to the newspaper.
Write a letter to the newspaper. In your letter:
Suggest a topic that you think would be popular.
Say why it would be of interest
Explain why it is more relevant/interesting than other topics
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing(for eg. through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods. Some people believe this exerts a negative effect on both families and societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
TOPIC: Covid-19 may be a catastrophe for human beings, but a therapy for Mother Nature. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
Computers are being used more and more in education and so there will soon be no role of the teacher in education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Obesity is an ever-growing pandemic that is affecting more and more of the world's population. The number of people who are at risk of serious health problems due to being overweight is increasing. •What is the reason for the growth of the number of overweight people in society? How can this issue be resolved?
Being a celebrity – such as a movie star or professional athlete – brings problems as well as benefits.
Do you think that being a celebrity has more benefits or drawbacks?
In many countries traditional food is being replaced by international fast food. This has adverse effects on families, individuals and the society. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion
Social Media websites have amassed large user bases. Do the advantages of being a part of a social media site outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being uswd to monitor what people are saying or doing. So you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
some people think that the most important thing about being rich is it gives a person the opportunity to helo other people. do you agree or disagree?
The tendency for human beings to copy one another is shown in the popularity of fashion in clothes and other consumer goods. Do you agree or disagree?
In the last few decades there having more and more cases of famous people being hounded by the press. Some people think that famous people in the media has no right to privacy for step to what extent do you agree?