An increasing number of people are choosing to have cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why are more people choosing to have operation to change the way they look? Do you think this a positive or negative development?
Development in technology causes envionmental problems. Some people believe the solution in these problems is everyone accepts asimpler way of lfe, while others say that technology can solve these problems. Discuss both views and glve your own opinion.
Doing an enjoyable activity with children can develop better skills and more creativity than reading. To what extent do you agree? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.
More and more people today are using computers and electronic devices to access information. Thus, there is no longer any need to print newspapers, books or magazines. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, sending children to boarding school is becoming increasingly popular. What is the reason? Do you think it is positive development.
In many places, people’s lifestyles are changing rapidly, and this affects family relationships. Do you think the advantages of such developments outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that engaging in an active pastime does more to develop children`s life skills than time spent reading. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The maps below show a centre of a small town called Islip as it is now , and plans for its developement.
In some countries celebrities earn higher salaries than senior politicians. What are the reason? Is it a negative or positive developments.
Most people accept that we now live in a globalised world but not everyone agrees this is beneficial. To what extent is globalisation a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answers and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience
More developing countries are being given aid by international organisations to help them in their development plan. Some people argue that financial aid is important but others suggest that practical aid and advice are more important. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Space travel has been possible for some time and some people believe that space tourism could be developed in the future. Do you think it is a positive or negative development？
Nowadays, a growing number of people with problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a nagative development ?
Nowadays, many schools find it profitable to sell unhealthy food and sugary drinks to students during lunch breaks. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Today, there is a growing emphasis on creating inclusive educational environments that cater to diverse learners.How can school curricula be modified to provide equal learning opportunities for all students? Has this become a positive or negative development?
Rapid progress in the fields of genetics and gene therapy is likely to have profound effects on people's lives in the foreseeable future. By altering people's genetic make- up, it may be possible for doctors to cure hereditary diseases, and for parents to choose important characteristics for their children such as their sex or level of intelligence. Such a development would be a major breakthrough for humanity and would solve many present-day problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries today, if people want to find work, they have to move away from their friends and their families. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, men and women are having children late in life. What are the reasons for this development? Do the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages?
the past, most people used to travel to their place of work. With increased use of computer the internet and smartphone, more and more people are to starting to work from home. What are advantage and disadvantage of this developme
In the past when students did a univeristy degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? You should use your own ideas knowledge and experience and support arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
The exploration and development of safe alternatives to fossil fuels should be the most important global priority today. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Competitiveness is generally considered a good quality for people to have in society. Do you think it is a positive development or negative trend ? how ddoes competitiveness affect individuals?
You live in an English-speaking country and you want to so some voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which organizes such trips.
In your letter:
- Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long.
- Explian why you want to do the voluntary work.
- State what your skilld and experience are.
More students decided to take a part-time job when they go into universities. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
The maps shows an industrial area in the twon of Norbiton, and planned future development of the site. Summarize the main features and make comparisons where relavant.
An increasing number of people are changing their careers during their working time. What is the cause of this trend and is it a positive or negative development?
In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society. Suggest some measure that could be taken to reduce the impact of aging populations. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Television has had a significant influence on the cultural many societies. To what extent would you say that television has positively or negatively affected the cultural development of your society?
Some people support modern developments in agriculture such as factory farming and creation of new types of fruits and vegetables. However, other people oppose this view. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
In some parts of the world people are becoming more focused on connecting with older people and researching their history. Why do you think people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative development?
Do the developments in technology make crime easier to detect or do they make people more vulnerable to crime? Discuss both sides and give your opinion
Today, many people use the internet and smartphones to transfer money to family, friend, and businesses. Is this a positive or negative developement?
more and more people are no longer reas newspapers. Theyget news about the world through the internet. Do you think it is a negative or positive development?
In some countries, the difference in age between parents and children nowadays is greater than in the past. Is this a positive or negative development?Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The increase in people’s life expectancy means that they have to work until an older age to pay for their retirement. One alternative is that people start to work at a younger age. Is this alternative a positive or negative development?
The maps below give information about a plan to redevelop an industrial site. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Many governments are investing in widening roads to tackle traffic issues. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages
Nowadays people are living longer, and some believe that this can contribute to people’s development. What are the causes of this change? Is it a positive or negative phenomenon?
More and more people today are moving from the countryside . Why is this happening? Do you think it is a positive or a negative development ?
More and more people today expect to get what they want instantly(e.g. goods, services, news), without having to wait. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
There is a moral necessity today for the richer countries of the world to help the poorer countries develop in terms of feeding the population, education and health care. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nowadays a growing number of people with health problems trying alternative medicine and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctors. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Fossil fuels (e.g., coals, oil and gas) are the main sources of energy for most countries. However, alternative sources of energy (e.g., Wind and solar power) have been encouraged for use by some countries. To what extent is this a positive or negative development?
people are novw have freedom to live and work anywhere in the world due to the development in the communication and transportation. what are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
In many countries around the world, young people decide to leave their parents’ home once they finish school. They start living on their own or sharing a home with friends. Is this a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answers and include relevant examples.
Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child's development. Others think it is important for children to attend school. Discuss the advantages of both views and give your own opinion.
The maps below show the centre of a small town called Lsilp as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevent.
Some people think that coins and paper money will vanish in a few years. We will only use plastic cards or some other form of electronic currency. Is this a positive or negative development.
In same cities, governments have tried to reduce traffic. For instance, they impose tax during rush hour. Do you think this development is positive or negative?
In many countries, large infrastructure projects are increasingly funded and managed by private companies rather than governments. To what extent do you think this is a positive or negative development?