The chart below shows the number of trips made by children in one country in 1990 and 2010 to travel to and from school using different modes of transport. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people consider playing sports are beneficial for school children. Some, however, believe sport activities also have some drawbacks. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of children playing sports.
thenumber of children that read books for fun has dropped dramatically in recent years.What are the reasons and how can we encourage children to read more
The bar chart below shows about the average children born per woman in 5 countries in 1970 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The position of women in society has changed markedly in the last twenty years. Mant of the problems young people now experience, such as juvenile delinquency, arise from the fact that many married women now work and are not at home to care for their children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is more important to teach children the literature and history of their own country, rather than the literature and history of other countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people believe that children’s leisure activities must be educational, otherwise they are a waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant example from your experience.
Your child's teacher has requested a meeting with you this Friday to discuss your child's low test scores. Unfortunately, you cannot attend.
Write a letter to your child's teacher. In your letter
Describe why you cannot attend the meeting
Explain how you have been helping your child study
Propose another time to meet
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr. Smith,
Formal examinations are the only effective way to assess a student's performance. Continual assessment such as course work and projects is not a satisfactory way to do this. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? In what other ways the assessment of a child can be done?
It is better for children if the whole families (e.g. aunts, uncles and grandparents)are involved in the children's upbringing, rather than their fathers and mothers only. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (disagree)
some people suggest that children do not understand the world of work and schools should make all teenager spend a short time working as well as studying acamedemic subjects. To what extent do you agree
The best way to teach children to cooperate is through team spots at school .To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some working parents believe childcare centers can provide the best care for their children. Others believe that family members like grandparents can do a better job. Discuss both view and give your opinion
Some people think reading stories in books is better than watching TV or playing computer games for children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience. IELTS 15 Test 4
Caring for children is probably the most important job in any society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view ?
Some people argue that parents should have a strong influence on their children's choice of friends and life partners. Others believe that young people shoulda make these decisions independently. Discuss both views and give your opinion
GOVERNMENT PROHIBITING THE UNDERAGE CHILDREN FOR GETTING FULL TIME JOBS IN CERTAIN COUNTRIES. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE.
In many parts of the world, childeren's lives very different from today. What do you think were the advantages and disadvantages of life for childeren in the past?
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
* explain why you would like the job
* give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
* say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australta
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam
Some people believe that children under age 10 should be given their own interest subject, while others believe that should be given regular subjects. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.
is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessery to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to childre
Some governments say how many children a family can have in their home. They may control the number of children someone has through taxes. It is sometimes necessary and right for a government to control the population in this way. Do you agree or disagree?
Parents should not pressure their children to choose a particular profession. Young people should have the freedom to choose a career path they like. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. why might this be the case? do you think this is positive or negative development?
Some people think that the main purpose of school is to turn children into good citizens and workers, rather than to benefit them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think competitive sports are important for a child’s education. Others think it has negative effects on children.Give your opinion!
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people argue that the government should fund music, dance, and arts lessons for children. Others believe that they should pay for these lessons themselves. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe online reading material should be only be used for child to learn to read, whereas others belive only printed material should be used. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choice on everyday matters such as food, cloths and entertainment is likely likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their wishes, other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Charities and organizations always give special names to particular days such as ‘National Children’s Day’ and ‘National Non-smoking Day’. What are the causes of these particular days? How effective are they?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents or other adult relatives should make important decisions for their (15 to 18 year-old) teenage children.
vThe chart below gives information about the journey to school by children aged 11 to 16 in the UK in a year
An increasing number of children are overweight which could result many problems whey they grow older both in term of their health and health care costs What do you think so many children are overweight? What could be done to solve this problem?
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices helps them develop better decision-making skills. Others think children need firm guidance from adults. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Some children spend hours everyday on their smart devices. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Nowadays, childhood obesity has become a serious health issue. What is the reason for this? How can this be tackled?
Older people after retirement choose spending money for themselves (on holiday) rather than saving money for their children. Is it a positive or negative development
Q. you recently stayed with a childhood friend for a few days.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:
Thank your friend for letting you stay with them.
refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him/her
invite your friend to visit you
some people think computer and internet are important in childrens study but others think students can learn effectively in schools with teachers.discuss both views
Some people think that foreign language should be introduced to children at kindergarten level while others dis-agree. Discuss both views and give your opinion
More and more parents are deciding to educate their children at home rather than sending them to schools. What are the causes of this phenomenon? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some people think that parents have the greatest influence on their child's academic development, while others think that a child's teacher has more influence. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
In some countries around the world, men and women tend to have their children later in life. Why is this happening? What are the effects on society and family life?
It is compulsory for children to attend school between the ages of 5 and 16. Many people are in favour of raising the age at which children must start their schooling to 6 or 7, and the age at which they are allowed to stop to 17 or 18. People of this view believe teenagers would gain more from staying in school longer. To what extent do you agree with this view?
Childhood obesity is becoming a problem throghout the developed world. Because of this, some people think that adverts for fast food, sweets and sugary snacks should not be allowed in schools and colleges. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
Some people think that children should only read academic books. Others believe that reading books for pleasure is equally important. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some studies suggest that children spend more time watching TV than they did in the past and spend less on doing active and creative things. Why do you think this is happening? What measures and methods can be used to solve the issue
Children are experiencing increasing educational, social and commercial pressure. What are the causes? What measures do you think can be taken to reduce them?