Nowadays many people travel to foreign countries for pleasure. Some believe this
travel has a negative impact on the countries travelled to. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
Some countries have high unemployment rate, so some people think that children should only go to primary school, not high school because they won't find a job later. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods. This is having a negative effect on both families and societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Difference between countries are becoming less evident. Nowadays people are watching the same films, fashion, brands, advertisements and TV channels. To what extent do the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages?
In many countries people have to go away from their family and friends to find work. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
The graph below shows the road deaths per 100,000 of population for five countries plus the OECD average from 2001 to 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Road deaths per 100,000 people 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 12 10 4 2001 2005 2010 →UK —-Australia —USA Brazil India 2015 OECD average *OECD = Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (38 developed economies
#Crime | #Education - In many countries schools have severe problems with student behaviour. What do you think are the causes of this? What solution can you suggest?
The graph below gives information about the price of bananas in four countries between 1994 and 2004. W. a report for a university. lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
The table below gives information about salaries of secondary/high school teachers in five countries in 2009. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world Do you think this is a postive or negative development?
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering form health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent to you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The table illustrates the proportion of monthly household income five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing and entertainment. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Some people think we need to give aid to all poor countries. Others, however, argue that we should not give international aid to countries with corruption in their system. Discuss both views and provide your own opinion.
In many countries it is very easy to apply for and be given credit card. However, this causes some people to have problems with debts they can't pay back. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Rich countries often give money to poorer countries, but it doesn’t solve poverty. Therefore, developed countries should give other type of help to the poor countries rather than financial aid. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
At the present time, the population of some countries includes relatively large amount numbers of young adults compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays, people can buy a large variety of household goods, more than ever before in most countries in the world. Is this a good or bad development? Give your opinion and examples
Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behaviour. Other disagree and think that the host country should welcome culture differences. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some countries are struggling with an increase in the rate of crime. Some believe that having more police on the streets is the best way to reduce and combat crime. To what extent do you agree?
The charts below show the percentages of men and women aged 60-64 in employment in four countries in 1970 and 2000 Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make
In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of helth and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them?
At the present time, populations of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe countries have a moral obligation to help each other, while others worry that the aid money cannot get to the poor of this world. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The bar chart below shows the top ten countries for the production and consumption of electricity in 2014 summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant
The charts show the sources of electricity produced 4 countries between 2003 and 2008 Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main featuras. and make comparisons where comparisons where relevant
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
Difference between countries are becoming less evident. Nowadays, people are watching the same films, fashion, brands, advertisement and TV channels. To what extent do the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages?
More children in developed countries are becoming overweight. This is a serious problem for wealthy countries. Discuss some causes and effects of this problem. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The charts below show total British exports and the countries that Britain exports to. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many countries have decriminalised the use of cannabis and as a result have seen a reduction in drug related crime. Should cannabis and other soft drugs use be legalised? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. (Write an essay between 250 -350 words).
The chart shows air pollution levels among four countries in 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some countries spend a lot of money preparing competitors in major sports competition such as Olympic Games and football World Cup etc. It is better to spend money encouraging children take up sports at a young age. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
An increasing number of developing An increasing number of developing countries are expanding their tourist industry. Why do you think it is the case? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Aisian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020 with prediction for 2030 and 2040.
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in 4 Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Differents between countries are becoming less evidence as nations are displaying the same kind of style on the television. To what extent do the advantages outweighs the drawback.
The Internet provides us with information about life and cultures of different countries and some people say it is not necessary to visit these countries to learn about them. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
At the present time, populations of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages whats your opinion?
The charts show how tourism to two countries changed over a 50-year period. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
More and more young people from wealthy countries are spending a short time doing unpaid work, such as teaching and building houses for communities in poorer countries. What are the reasons for this? Who benefits more from this, the communities or these young people?
Some countries have implemented mandatory community service programmes for young people. In these programmes, children aged 16 to 18 do charity work, help old people and work with animals. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion.
The first line graph shows the average world oil price for each year from 1970 to 2005. The second chart shows the top six oil-exporting countries and how much they export each day.
The table illustrates the proportion of the monthly household income of five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing, and entertainment Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. The proportion of household income five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing, and entertainment
The line chart below shows the number of cars produced in three countries from 2003 to 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Increasing numbers of students are choosing to study abroad. To what extent does thistrend benefit the students themselves and the countries involved? Wht are the drawbacks?
In many countries the level of crime is increasing and crimes are becoming more violent. Why do you think this is and what can be done about it? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience.
American film actor John Wayne said: "Tomorrow is the most important thing in life." ..How is it important for individuals and countries to think about the future rather than the present? ..What’s your opinion?
Many countries raise fuel prices to deal successfully with problems of traffic and pollu on. What effects do you think this move can have? What other measures do you think can be taken to reduce traffic and pollution ?
In many countries in the world people buy clothes and choose hair styles according to latest fashion. Why is this happening ? Is this a positive or a negative development?