Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programme's (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree?
Educating young people is naturally important. However, some think governments ought to invest more education for adults in need. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some nations ,they have the option to import food fr all around the glob. To what extent do you think its benefits outweigh the drawbacks?
You work for a company. You have seen some information about a training course that would be useful for your work. Write a letter to your manager. In the letter:
• give details of the course
• say how the course would be useful
• explain how the company could help you do this course.
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He or she would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email * describe where you lived when you a student at the University. * Recommend the best way for him or are to look for accommodation. * Him or her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation. You do not need to write any addresses
A family has a great influence on children's development, but the outside of home plays a bigger role in it. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think it would be a good idea for schools to tech every young person how to be a good parent. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Describe the skills a person need to be a good parent.
You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Austalia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year.
Write a letter to the couple. In your letter
* explain why think you would be suitable for the job
* say what else you could do for the family
* give your reasons for wanting the job
(1)Nowadays children are undisciplined because their parents are busy with their career.” To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What could parents do to build a sense of discipline among children?
Some people argue that technological advancements , such as smartphones and the Internet, have had a negative impact on social interactions and human relationships. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
Being a celebrity- such as famous film stars or sports personality - brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?
Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook) have a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Topic 01.It is often thought that the increase in juvenile crime can be attributed to violence in the media. What do you think is the reason for a growth in the rate of juvenile crime? What solutions can you offer to deal with this situation?
Famous sportsmen earn a lot more money than those in other professions. Although sport is important in our lives, everyone should be equal and such big incomes of sport professionals are unjustified. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have recently moved to another city but your bank has your old address and continues to send all the communication there.
Write a letter to your bank Branch. In this letter mention:
-Where you have moved?
-What problem are you facing regarding the bank's communication?
-What do you want them to do regarding old communication already sent to the wrong address
The role of education is to prepare children for the modern world. School should cut art and music out of the curriculum so that children can concentrate on useful subjects as mathematics and informatics. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
SOme countries are considering imposing curfews in whicgh tenenagers will not be allowed outdoors at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this policy
Some people have vehicle free days where cars, and motorcycles, bikes are banned in the city centre. Only buses, bicycles and taxis are permitted. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Some employers are giving more value on hiring people with good social skills apart from good qualifications. Do you agree or disagree that social skills are just as crucial as good qualification for successful work?
Subjects like arts, music and drama are more important than other subjects and therefore should be given more time in the calendar. Do you agree or disagree?
Pollution and damage to the environment always happen when a country grows and becomes richer, and these problems cannot be stopped. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea?
Write about following topic: Some people believe that children are given too much free time. They feel that this time should be used to do more school work. How do you think children should spend their free time? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays, it is becoming increasingly common for people to do their work from home rather than going into their place of work. What reasons are there for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
Some governments say how many children a family can have in their home. They may control the number of children someone has through taxes. It is sometimes necessary and right for a government to control the population in this way. Do you agree or disagree?
The main purpose of public libraries is to provide books and they shouldn’t waste their limited resources and space on providing expensive hi-tech media such as computer software, videos and DVDs. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Childhood obesity is an increasing problem in Australia. As many as tow thirds of children are now obese. Schools have a responsibility to monitor what their students eat and the amount of exercise they do. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Air travel is responsible for a lot of pollution in our environment. Some people think that prices of airplane tickets should be increased in order to reduce air traffic. Do you agree or disagree?
A country becomes more interesting and develops more quickly when its population includes a mixture of nationalities. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The world needs an organization to create laws that would be the same everywhere. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people argued that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. However, some people believe that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivations for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishments. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion
Is it appropriate for students and teachers to be friends on Facebook? How much do you agree with the opinion and why? Give reasons and examples to support it.
Many things can influence the academic achievement and emotional growth of a student. In this regard, peers have more of an impact than teachers do. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In some countries, most people prefer to rent their homes rather than buying them. Why might be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
Some people think that prison sentence should not be used in dealing with criminals. Education and job training should be used instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
An art gallery in your town is looking for volunteers to work in the gallery at the weekends. You would like to do some work in the art gallery in your free time.Write a letter to the art gallery. In your letterexplain why you would like to do unpaid work in the gallerysay what type of unpaid work you could dogive details about when you will be available for this work
Children can learn effectively by watching television. Therefore they should be encouraged to watch television regularly at home and at school. To what extent do you agree?
Some young people are watching television for long periods of the day. Why do they do this? Give reasons and suggest what should be done to encourage them to live more active lifestyle.
Nowadays, it is easily to apply and be given a credit card. However, some people experience problem when they are not able to pay their debt. In your opinion do advantage of credit card outweigh or disadvantage.
Being celebrity -such as a famous film star or sports personality- brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being celebrity brings more benefits or problems
Some people believe that they should be able to keep all the money they earn and should not pay tax to the state. To what extent do you agree or disagree？ Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The best way for the government to reduce traffic congestion is to provide free public transport 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it would be better for large companies to move to regional areas outside large urban centres. Do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Many high street shops have gone out of business in recent years. Why do you think this has happened? Is it a possitive or negative development?
Academic The most important function of music is that it helps people reduce stress. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people prefer to communicate with their online friends than to socialize with people in their local communities. Do you think it has more advantages than disadvantages?
You have seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the Director of the Museum. In your letter,
• Introduce yourself
• Explain what experience and special skills you have
• Explain why you are interested in the job
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows – Dear Sir/Madam,
You celebrated your birthday with some friends last week in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed the evening very much. Write a letter to the restaurant to thank them. Mention the food, service and the atmosphere. Also suggest any improvements to make things better. You should You do NOT need to write your own address.
More and more people are reading news online, but newspapers are still the main source of news for most people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Economic progress is one way to measure the success of a country, while some people think there are other factors. What other factors should be considered? Within these factors, do you think anyone is more important than economic progress?
Some parents are worried about the increasing level of violence in t.v, video games and other types of entertainment for children’s leisure. How does this affect children? How do you think problem can be tackled?