The growth of consumerism has led to a ‘throw-away’ culture where people are more concerned with acquiring material possessions than protecting the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people think professionals should be required to work in the country where they trained. Some people think they should be free to go anywhere. Discuss both views and give your stance.
Some people say that educational success most of the time depends on having a good teacher. Others say that student attitudes also do matter. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram below gives information about the number of by two major mail services companies from 1920 to 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Housing is a basic necessity for everyone. Therefore, governments must provide free housing to those who cannot afford it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many cities crime is increasing why do you think its happening? What can be done to help reduce crime levels?
The chart below shows the information about changes in average house proces in five different cities between 1990 and 202 compared with the average house price in 1989
The chart provides information about the US top ten processed food export markets for last year and six years ago
The pie charts illustrate the online sales for Canadian retailers in 2005 and 2010. Overall, both electronic appliances and foods were the most purchased via the Internet. During the year 2005, the most sold product was electronic appliances with 35% whilst the second most purchased via online shopping was home furnishings with 22% from all the vending. Comes after food and beverage and video games with the former taking 22% of the global online market and the latter representing the smallest proportion at 18% Nonetheless, the trend has changed 5 years after in 2010. Indeed, Electronic goods still represented an important part of the total sales with 30%, but weren’t the first product to be sold. Food and beverage took the lead with a proportion of 32% of the total sales. In addition, video games came in the 3rd position representing 23% of online purchases in Canada whilst home furniture became the last position of online bargains with 15%. In general, electronics have always represented an important part of the online market in Canada.
Some people think that all University students should study whatever they like. Others belive that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss these both view and give your own opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents are the best teachers. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. You should give reasons for your answer using your own ideas and experience.
Crimes and other kinds of information on TV and newspapers have bad consequences. This kind of information should be restricted to be shown in media. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement.
When designing a building, people should consider its intended use rather than its outward appearance. Do you agree or disagree?
Present a written argument or case to an educated non-specialist audience on the following topic: Under British and Australian laws a jury in a criminal case has no access to information about the defendant's past criminal record. This protects the person who is being accused of the crime. Some lawyers have suggested that this practice should be changed and that a jury should be given all the past facts before they reach their decision about the case. Do you agree or disagree?
Now a days we are producing more and more rubbish. Why do you think this is happening? What can do to reduce the amount of rubbish produced?
You recently read about a volunteer opportunity overseas. Write a letter to the head of the organisation. In your letter:
discuss what you know about the programme
· explain why you are interested in the opportunity
describe what skills you would bring to the position ( 195 )
Growing number of over-weight people is putting a strain on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph shows radio and television audiences of the United Kingdom throughout the day in the year 1992.
The pie charts below show units of electricity production by fuel force in Australia and France in 1980 and 2000.
The chart shows the percentage of male and female teachers in six different types of educational setting in the UK in 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph illustrates the information about the percentages of the population living urban areas differences between 6 countries in the years 1950 to 2050.
The diagram below shows the number of shoppers who visited a new shopping complex in its first year of operation and the estimated number of shoppers over the same period. Below the diagram, there are two charts, which show the sales at the centre in the first and last quarter of the year.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You recently had a negative experience at a local restaurant. Write a letter to the owner of the restaurant. In your letter,
•describe what made your experience negative
•describe what would have made the experience better
•ask him for an apology and a refund Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
You were absent from an important event held by the company you work for.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
Apologize for your absence and explain the reasoning
Explain why you had to be at the other event
Explain what you will do to catch up
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
More and more people are moving from an agricultural background to relocate to cities in order tolook for work. What will be consequences of this? What solutions can you offer?
Many agricultural lands are being converted into commercial centres as a result of population growth. How does this affect the environment and the people’s lifestyle? Discuss this situation and provide relevant examples.
Digital communication technology such as e-mail, instant messaging and social media has improved communication and connections between people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reason for your answers and include examples and from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays many people aim to create a balance between their work and other aspects of their life, however, only a few achieve it. What are the problems in doing this and what solutions can you suggest?
Some people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination, while other think that are more important factors such as money and apperance. Discuss both view and give your opinion
Some people believe that studying science or business related subjects in the university is more important that studying art related courses like literature. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
More than half of the world’s population now lives in urban areas. The rapid growth of cities in some parts of the world is bringing all kinds of social, economic, and environmental problems. Describe some of these problems and suggest possible solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in thefuture, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The given bar chart shows the percentage of Australian men and women in different age group who did regular physical activity in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevent.
The chart below compares the number of people per household* by percentage in the UK in 1981 and 2001.
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective.(comics,books,radio,TV,film theatre) give reason for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience
Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more P.E lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people like to try new things, for example places to visit and types of food. other people prefer to keep doing things they are familier with. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that old buildings should be protected, while others believe that they should be replaced by newer buildings. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. (appears most years in the test)
The local council is planning to create ‘dispersal zones’ in certain areas of the city to try to reduce street fighting. Under this scheme, if the police see a group of more than two young people in the street, they can ask them tp separate and move. They can also remove people whp do not live im the area arrest them if they return within 24 houst. what is your opinion?
Most people believe that we only need academics to excel in our lives while others are of the opinion that it should be extracurricular activities that play a major role in overall excellence. Discuss both views.
The internet provides us with info about life and cultures of different countries and some say it is not necessary to visit them to learn about them. Do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the expenditure of two countries on consumer goods in 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting main features, and make comparison where necessary.
You are interested in applying for a scholarship program to study at a foreign university. Write a letter to inquire about the course. In your letter:
&Explain which course you are interested in.
&Say what you know about the university.
&Explain why you should receive the scholarship.
The two maps below show road access to a city hospital in 2007 and in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. n
There are many people who go to live in different countries. To what extent should people be allowed to move freely between countries and live where they choose? What are the benefits and drawbacks of this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The position of women has changed a great deal in many societies over the past 50 years. But these societies cannot claim to have achieved gender equality. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
n the real test, this will take you about 40 minutes, but there is no time limit here. STEP 1 - Read the task Many people try to achieve success through their career or education. What can success mean to different people? What is your view of success? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The gap between the rich and poor is widening in many countries. What problems can this cause, and what can be done to reduce the gap?
Many feel that the common educational system of teachers and students in a classroom will be replaced by the year 2050. Do you agree with this view? Give your opinion. Education should be free to all people and should be paid for and managed by the government. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? You shoul write 250 words.
The use of corporal punishment (physically hitting students) in schools is in decline, yet it should be used to improve behavior. 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.