Fossil fuel (e.g. coal, oil and gas) are the main source of energy for most countries. However, alternative sources of energy (e.g. wind and solar) have been encouraged for use by some countries. Is this a positive or negative development?
Improvement in health, education and trade are essential fir the development of the poor nation's. However the government of richer nation's should help the poor nation's in such areas. Discuss.
Nowadays in many countries people are following the latest fashion, hairstyle and so on. Why are they so influenced by fashion? Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that **single-sex schools are more beneficial to students because they achieve better academic results.** Others, however, **argue that mixed schools are better since students can develop better social skills**. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people think that there will be decrease in international travel in future. Do you think the less ammount of international travel is a positive or negative or a negative development?
In many countries in the world,people buy clothes and choose hairstyles according to the latest fashion. Why is this happening ? is this a positive or negative development ?
Nowadays, children play less with others and this has an impact on their development. What are the reasons for this? Does it have a good or a bad effect on children?
In more and more countries, people choose to give money on special occasions rather than giving gifts chosen personally. Why might this be the case? Is it a positive or a negative development?
In the globalization process, technology has changed the way people connect with each other. While this development may bring about some potential benefits, I would argue they are eclipsed by the significant drawbacks.
In developed countries people are preferring more and more private cars. What are the impact of it? Discuss your views.
Many professionals such as doctors and teachers are migrating to a developed country from their own poorer countries. What are the problems caused due to their migration and what can be done to resolve this issue.
As countries become more developed, many fast food outlets move into the country giving local people greater access to fast food. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays both scientists and tourists can go to remote natural environments such as the South Pole. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cell phone tracking and security). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Is economic development necessary to reduce poverty or should economic growth be stopped as it is damaging the environment. Discuss both side.
Public places are increasingly being monitored with video cameras in many cities which are intended to reduce crimes, however many individuals are concerned that these developments might violate their privacy rights. Do the advantages of this installed security surveillance exceed its drawback? To answer this question, this essay will evaluate whether or not this development is of more significance by discussing both positives and negatives aspects.
Some people think that family has the most important influence on children’s development, while others believe that factors such as TV, friends, music and books have a more significant impact. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
These days many children spend a great deal of time sitting in from of a television. Some people believe that parents should strictly limit the time that children spend watching TV as it is harmful to their development. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that older school children should learn a wide range of subjects and develop knowledge. Others think that they should only study a small number of subjects in details. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
More and more parents are allowing their children to play on computers and tablets as they think that children should learn technology skills. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
nowdays, more teenagers want to become famous actors or singers. why do you think this is happening? is this a positive or negative development?
The maps below show an industrial area in town of Norbition, and planned future development of the site. Summarise the informartion by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Developing countries require international organizations’ help. Some people prefer financial aid while others think practical aid and advice are better. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
ich countries often give money to poorer countries, but it does not solve poverty. Therefore, developed countries should give other types of help to the poor countries rather than financial aid. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, people are not taking care of their elderly relatives but seeking the help of professionals to look after them or sending them to Old age homes. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Describe your views and give examples from your own life
Some people think that developed countries have a higher responsibility to combat climate change and developing countries. other believe that all countries should have the same responsibilties towards protectiong the environment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive ora negative development?
Some people argue that technological development such as mobile phones are making people socially less interactive. Do you agree or disagree.
It is expected that there will be a higher percentage of older people than young people in many countries in the future. Do you think it is a positive or negative development.
In the past, lectures were used as a way of teaching large numbers of student, but now with the development of technology for education, many people think there is no justification for attending lectures. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The following graphs give information about the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and employment sectors of adeveloping country. Write a report for a university Lecturer describing the information shown below
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Fossil fuels are the main source of energy around the world today. In some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy is replacing fossil fuels. Is this a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, people are going for alternatives instead of meeting their doctor for health problems. Is this a positive or negative development?
Today it is common practice for many business meetings and business training to take place online. Do the advantages of this new development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that the main benefits of international cooperation is in the environment. Others maintain major profit is development of world business. Discuss views and give opinions .
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are self medicating instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples f knowledge or experience. your own
The maps below show the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now and plans for its future development.
Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
People nowadays prefer to interact online (e.g. do shopping, chat with friends) rather than talking to other people face-to-face. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
It is increasingly common for people to get the news from social media. Traditional sources of news like newspaper, television, and radio are becoming less popular.
Why is this so? Is it a positive or negative development?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Television has developed communication among friends and family. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion
In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own countries. Nowadays, they have more opportunities to study abroad. What are the advantages and the disadvantages of this 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
The restoration of an old building in major cities in the world cost numerous governments' expenditures. This money should be used in new housing and road development. Do you agree or disagree?
People believe that Generation Z (1997-2007) are more dishonest than previous generations. What is the reason for this? Is this a positive or a negative development?
More and more people no longer read newspapers or watch TV programs to get news. They get news about the world through the Internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
The tendency of news reports in the media to focus more on problems and emergencies than on positive developments is harmful to the individuals and the society as a whole. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
one of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. do you thing the advantages of this development woutweight the disadvantage?