Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel t oto or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language . Discuss both views and give your own opinion
In some countries, people who are unemployed receive a sum of money each week in the form of a benefit, while some support this, other people believe that this money should not be given. Discuss both points of view and give your own point of view gp
some people think that it is better for a country's economy for people to spend money, while others believe that it would be better for people to save money. Discuss both view and give your opinon
Illiteracy has traditionally been viewed as largely a third world problem. However, it is becoming apparent that in countries such as the USA and Australia, illiteracy rate is on the increase. Discuss possible causes for this and its effect on society. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, children show less respect to elders. What are the causes of such behaviour? What can be done to address this situation?
In some countries there are few controls over the design and construction of homes and other buildings, and owner can decide on the design of their houses. Do the advantages of this outweigh the drawbacks?
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
-give details of your study plan
-explain why you want a part-time job
-suggest how your friend could help you find a job
In some countries young people move in their own homes in early twenties, in other countries they live with parents longer. What do you think, do the advantages of living alone outweigh the disadvantages?
In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some people belive that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The line graph shows thefts per thousand vehicles in four countries between 1990 and 1999. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The graph gives information about coffee production in 4 different countries from 1990 to 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparizons where relevant
some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behaviour. others disagree and think that the host contry should welcome cultural differences. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In recent years, people in many countries have been able to afford more material possessions such as electronic kitchen appliances, computers and vehicles. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this increased level of affluence, and give your opinion about whether this is a positive or negative development.
To meet the growing need for food to support an increasing population, a country should make use of edible insect as a food source. However, some people believe that insect are not only unhealthy but harvesting them will also negatively affect nature. What are the benefits and drowbacks of eating insects?
The graph shows the percentage of 15-year-olds with low literacy (reading and writing) levels in four countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features making comparisons where relevant.
22 May 2025, The pie charts show various career and academic choice taken by high school graduates in lakeside county in 2010 and 2020. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
ome believe that people today have no interest in maintaining the traditional culture of their country or region. Others believe that it is still important to people that we preserve a traditional way of life. 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.
The line chart demonstrates the number of books that were borrowed in four variety months in 2014 from four countryside libraries and the pie graph shows the percentage of books,by type,that was borrowed in this time.
Some People believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should Ье required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should Ье free to work in another country if they wish.
Discuss both these views and give your own
opinion.
Many countries spend large amounts of money on preparing competitors in major world sporting events such as the Olympic Games and football World Cup. Instead, this money can be spent on encouraging children to take up sports at a young age.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is good for a country’s culture to import foreign movies and TV programmes. Others think that it is better to produce these locally. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the best way to reduce a country’s crime rate is to increase the number of police officers on the streets. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below show the figure for hours per week in the industrial sector in four European countries in 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Traffic and housing problems in major cities could be solved by moving large companies and factories and their employees to the countryside. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In many countries, the increase in life expectancy means that people have to work until they are older to help pay for their retirement. An alternative is for people to start work at a younger age. Do you think this alternative would be a positive or negative development?
In some countries, governments are imposing heavy taxes on fuels to solve environmental problems. what are the advantages and disadvantages of this approach?
The chart below shows information about different species of birds observed in Woodchuck County at different times of the year. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main information and making comparisons.
Today, more and more students are deciding to move to a different country for higher studies. Do you think that benefit of this outweighs the problem?
The table below describes water usage for 3 different purposes in 6 countries in 2003. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
‘Tourism is always a force for good which enables people of different countries to understand each other.’ To what extent do you agree with this idea? You should give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The line graph below shows changes in the amount of coffee exported from three countries between 2002 and 2012. summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparizons where relevant.
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people، however, ، think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In the past, people used to travel abroad to look many differences from their home country. Nowadays, the sceneries in places all over the world are more and more similar. What are the causes of the similarities? Do you think the advantages of this similarity outweigh the disadvantages?
The pie charts indicate changes in the proportions of energy produced in a country from 1983 to 2003.
In many countries, governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government university?
n some countries more and more people are becoming interested in finding out bout the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
The chart below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problems does this cause? What can be done to deal with this situations?
In many countries today insufficient respect is shown to o/der people. What do you think may be the reasons for thís? What problems might this cause in society?
The bar chart and table show information about students from abroad studying in four English-speaking countries in 2004 and 2012.
The charts below show the performance of spending on roads and transport in four countries from 1990 to 2005.
The line graph illustrates the average emissions of carbon dioxide by each person in several countries in Europe from 1967 to 2007
n some countries, owning a home rathen than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this a positive or negative situations?
In many countries children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for leaving home and taking responsibility. What are your opinions on this?
In some countries more and more people are becoming interested in finding about histiry of the house or buikding they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
The table shows the change in the number of cinemas in different regions in a European country between 2004 and 2009.
In some countries today, many people decide to have their first child when they are older. Why? Is it a positive or negative phenomenon?
You work (or an international company, and would like to spend six months
working in its head office in anothor country.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• explain why you want to work in the company's head office for six months
• say how your work could be done while you are away
• ask for his or her help in arranging it
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in housholds in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant
The chart below shows the number of magazines sold per person in five countries in 2003 and 2005, with projected sales for 2007. Summarize the information by describing the main features of the charts and making comparisons where appropriate.