Some people believe that there will be a reduction in air travel in the future. Do you think that this trend is a positive or negative development?
Some psychologists recommend that doing absolutely nothing at all for a period of time of the day is the best way to overcome stress. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some say that reading newspapers and watching TV news is a waste of time, because it has no direct connection with people’s lives. To what extend do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The news media have too much influence on people’s lives today and this is a negative development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is often said that governments spend too much money on projects to protect wildlife, while there are other problems that are more importants. Do you agree or disagree?
A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not well-managed. What are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in modern world? Do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?
Rising university fees and scarce employment prospects for graduates have led some people to say that universities should not teach arts subjects, like philosophy and history, and only offer practical degree courses that maximise chances of employment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give a reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Crimes and other kinds of information on TV and newspaper have bad consequences. This kind of information should be restricted to be shown in the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement.
Many people around the world use social media everyday to keep in touch with other people and get news events. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disavantages
Some people believe famous people's support towards international aid organizations draws the attention to problems, while others think celebrities make the problems less important. Discuss both views and give your opinion. agree = followers, lovers, copy disagree = skip, do not care
Nowadays for many people the Internet is replacing regular books. What do you think will happen in the future and what is your opinion about this trend?
Many people rely on news reporting to their information. However some think that the journalists cannot be trusted. Do you agree or disagree and what qualities should a journalist have?
It is responsibility of governments to protect the health of children by combating obesity. The government should enact laws against sugery drinks and fastfood restaurants, among the measure. Do you agree or disagree with the statement.
some people do physical activities to relax, where others do mental activities. discuss both the view and give your opinion.
People should be encouraged to do leisure activities such as mountain climbing or sailing alone round the world, even though these activities may be dangerous, because this will help to develop their courage and confidence. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
in many countries around the world, rural people are moving to the ceties so the population of the countryside is decreasing. do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Nowadays more and more people are purchasing online instead of physically going to stores. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Even though developing countries receive financial help, poverty is still an issue. Some say they should be receiving other kind of help, to eliminate poverty. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give examples and suggest what other form of help can be offered.
Advances in transportation technology have made it easier than ever before to travel long distances. How do these innovations impact global connectivity and environmental sustainability? Discuss the potential consequences and benefits.
In the future, nobody wiil buy printed newspapers because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion.
Some believe that new science related to criminal forensics should be used to look at old cases. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that standardized English exams, like IELTS, are just big business to make money. Others however, think that standard English exams are important for society. Which do you believe and why ? Give explanations and examples to support your opinion
Some people feel that entertainers (e.g. film stars, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other type of job should be highly paid?
In some countries young people are encouraged to travel or work for a year between finishing the high school and starting universities studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decides to do this.
People find it difficult to speak in public or to give a presentation before an audience. Do you think public speaking skills are really important? Do you agree that public speaking should be taught at school?
You have just read about a computer course that really interests you, but it is only for people who have completed an elementary course.
Write a letter to the college enrolment officer. In your letter
explain why you are writing
describe your circumstances
ask if a special exception can be made for you so you can enrol in the course
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear
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.
You recently moved to a new house and you want to invite an old friend to stay with you. Write a letter to your friend. In you letter, - invite him to stay and suggest a date - briefly describe the new house and garden - say why you like your new house. You should write atleast 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin you letter as follows:
Copetitve sports have been argued to have positive effecton child education by some, will other oppose. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is often argued that reading non-fiction books is better than reading fiction. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
saving is a good habit for an individual after retirement . do u agree or disagree? Give reasons and relevant examples in favour of your statement.
In many countries people throw away lot of food from restaurant and shop. Why do you think people waste food in this way? What can be done to reduce waste?
In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods. Some people believe this exerts a negative effect on both families and societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. Dinosaur, dodos …) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?
The government should control the content of violence in films and on TV to decrease the level of violent crime in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
in some countries, the difference inage between parents and children is generally greater than it was in the past. do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high amount of sugar which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree.
In many countries people are moving away from rural area and going to urban areas. Why do you think that is? What problems can this cause?
Mrs. Barette, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs. Barette. In your letter
suggest how you could help her in her home
say why you would like to do this work
explain when you will and will not available
some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neibourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The ease of international travel and the spread of various lands of mass media all over the world have made it more possible than ever for people to know how other people live in other countries. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
In some countries the lifestyle of people is changing rapidly, and this affects family relationship. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Increasing the price of gasoline is the best way to solve the growing problems of traffic and urbanization
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How much do you agree or disagree? What else do you think he can do?
Many people believe that social network websites such as Facebook and Instagram, have had a huge negative impact on both individual and Society. To what extent do you agree?
Robots and artificial itelligence are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a possitive ornegative impact on society?
You saw a program on TV recently and found it unreasonable for viewers. Write a letter about its quality and content of the material presented. In tour letter Describe what you did not like Make some suggestions Say what you expect from the TV editors to do for you
People today are not fit as they were in the past . What are the causes for this ? What can the government do to deal with this isss?
n the modern world, the image (photograph or film) is becoming a more powerful way of communicating than the written word. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Somepe pie say that it is better to work for a large company than a small one. Do you agree or disagree?
Smacking children is the best form of discipline. To wat extent do you agree or disagree?