In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a contry, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries, traditional values are increasingly eroded as societies embrace modernization and globalization. Some argue that this shift is beneficial, bringing about progress and improved living standards. Others, however, contend that it threatens the cultural fabric of communities and leads to the loss of important societal norms. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people assume that the goal every country should be to produce more material and goods. To what extent do you agree disagree.
The line graph illustrates the amount of visitor spend for visitors to New Zealand from 5 countries over a period of eighteen years between 1996 and 2014.
The chart below shows the top ten countries with the highest consumer spending on travel in 2014. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In recent years, the bee population has constantly declined in many countries. What is the cause and soulution for this?
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look verysimilar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter say which points in the articles you agree with, explain ways in which your town centres is different from most other town centres, and offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article.
Some people think that museums and art galleries should concentrate on the history and art of their own country rather than the works of art of other parts of the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with opinion?
The two graphs below show the percentage of smokers and consumption of alcohol in litres in selected countries, for the period 1960-2000.
Some people think that zoos should be banned because they have a lot of disadvantages. Others think that they are beneficial and therefore every country should spend more money to build zoos. What is your opinion?
These days many people leave their country to work abroad and take their family with them. Do you think benefits of this outweigh disadvantages in terms of family development?
The chart below shows percentages of young people choosing different ways to solve the global warming in four different countries in 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart shows the proportion of working age adults in four countries from 1960 to 2015. Units are given in percentages. Angsa
Some people believe that women should be able to join their country’s army and police forces, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Fossil fuels is the main energy sources in many countries. The use of alternative sources of energy is encouraged. Is it a positive or negative development?
The table below shows the percentage of adults in four age groups who participated in various leisure activities in a country in 2020. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Age Group / Activity18-25 years26-35 years36-45 years46-55 years Sports45%35%25%15% Reading30%40%50%60% Social Media80%75%60%40% Gardening5%10%25%45%
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. to some extent 1: metro train , reduce time , traffic , pollution 2: more buses , to reach every place , flights , taxi
The bar chart shows the percentage of the total world population in 4 countries in 1950 and 2002, and projections for 2050. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. You should The chart illustrates the total population in four main countries in the world namely India, China, USA and Japan in 1950,2002 and the projected population in 2050. The data shown in percentage.
International travel has become cheaper, more and more countries have opened their doors and more tourist go abroad, for travelling. Do the advantages of increased tourism outweigh the disadvantages.
In many countries in the world, some poeple earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this good for a country. Others think that the government should not allow salaries above a certain level. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graphs below show the percentage of men and women aged 60-64 who were employed in four countries in 1970 and 2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make compparisons where relevant.
In some countries owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why this might be the case? Do you think this is positive or negative feedback?
You have recently moved to a different house, and you want to give the news to an English-speaking friend who lives in another country.
Write a letter to this English-speaking friend. In your letter,
explain why you have moved
describe the new house
invite your friend to come and vis
General Training Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You plan to do some traveling in a few months. You would like to visit an old friend who lives in another country. You haven’t spoken to this friend in a few years.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Provide a short update about your life since you saw him/her last
- Explain why you will be traveling to his/her city
- Say what you would like to do when you visit his/her city
The graph below shos the number of shops that closed and the number of new shops that opened in one country between 2011 and 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparizons where relevant.
Some people belive that professionals, such as doctors and enginerrs, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. discuss both views and give your own opinion
The chart below illustrates the number of international students applying to unversities in a European country
In some countries, ordinary citizens are allowed to keep a gun in their houses. Some people think this is a good idea, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
People in some countries owning a home rather than renting one is considered very important. Why might this be the case? Is this a positive or negative development?
The charts below show the average age of men and women retired from work in seven countries in 2004 and 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Take a look at the graphic and complete the task. The graph shows the obesity rate in one country over a period of time.
In many countries around the world, it is common for families to run their own businesses. Some people think that keeping the business within the family is the best approach while others believe this could lead to problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
People, who go to live in other countries, should follow the customs and traditions of the new country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some developing countries, it is difficult to get good teachers to work in rural area which can have a negative impact on the education of children in those rural communities. Why do you think good teachers do not want to work in rural areas in development countries? What could be done to solve this problem?
In many countries people are living in a throwback society where things are used for a short time and thrown away. what are the causes and problems?
The chart represents data about unemployment rates in two countries
IELTS 13 - Exam 1 - Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The bar chart shows the numbers of cars per 1000 people in 5 European countries in three years and compaire with European everages.
The chart below gives information about science qualifications held by people in two countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the monetary aid from four organizations to developing countries between 2008 and 2011. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that hosting an international sports events are good for the country while some people think it's bad. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some students choose to study in another country for a time during high school or university. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad?
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount times spent doing housework in household in one country between 1920 and 2019.
The line graph below shows the number of overseas visitors to three different areas In a one European country between 1987 and 2007.
The table below gives information about rail transport in for countries in 2007. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features abd make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays, many animal species are becoming extinct. Some people believe that countries and individuals must solve this problem, others believe that human beings are more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres 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. In your letter,
•say which points in the article you agree with
•explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
•offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
In some countries levels of health and fitness are decreasing and average weighs are increasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what are some possible solutions.
It is better for children to grow up in the countryside than in a big city. Do you agree or disagree?
The chart below gives information about how families in опе country spent their weekly income in 1968 and in 2018. Summarise the information Ьу selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where re/evant.