Children have to be punished to learn the difference between right and wrong. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What sort of punishments should parents be able to give their children?
Some people say that a gap year between school and university is good idea ,while others disagree. Discuss both views and give opinion.
The tables show the number of mobile phones sold in millions of for a period of six years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and makes comparisons where relevant.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now "one big traffic jam". How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
A cafe near your home puts some chairs and tables on the pavement for customers. This creates a problem for you. Write a letter to the cafe manager to complain about this matter. In your letter:
describe the problem;
explain how it affects you;
say what you will do if this matter is not resolved
The bar chart below shows the number of research students studying different subject in 2005.
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduated from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course . The table shows the salaries of the anthropologist in work after five years .
The bar chart compares the total number of vehicles per one thousand people in China who owns a car in the years 1987 to 1999.
The chart gives information on the percentage of women going into higher education in five countries for the years 1980 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high schools and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.
Your son is learning a second language at school, but he needs some extra lessons.
Write a letter to a teacher asking for her help. In your letter
Explain why your son needs help
Ask the teacher about her teaching experience and methods
And suggest a possible schedule for the lessons.
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like the landlord to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................,
You should write at least 150 words.
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There are two different charts that illustrate the number of unemployed citizens in the US with average weekly earnings in 2005.
Many people spend a lot of money on clothes, hair cut and beauty product to enhance their appearence. some people think that it is a good way to spend money, while other that there is a better way to spend it. discuss both views and give yor opinion.
The maps show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year.
The diagrams below show the development of the horse over a period of 40 million years.
Some people believe that student in school learn better when they studying in group, whereas other believe better when they study their own. Discuss both view and give your opinion
Some Industry leaders belive that children should learn computer programming in primary school.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
The qualities a person needs to be truly successful in today's world can't be learnt at universities and academic institutions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Topic: It is more important for schoolchildren to learn about local history than world history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her.
Write a letter to Chris's parents. In your letter
• say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
• explain why you won't be able to attend the party
• give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr and Mrs Collins,
Some people think spending money on space exploration is unnecessary and should be used to address issues on Earth. Others believe it is vital for scientific progress and the future of humanity. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Your friend recently came to your birthday party and bought you an expensive
present.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• thank your friend
• explain how useful the present is
• arrange to meet up with your friend sometime soon
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear……………………,
More and more people are moving from rural areas to cities in search of better life, but city has its own problems. Why do you think they move to cities? Suggest solutions
An increasing number of people are choosing to have cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why do people have operations to change the way they look? Do you think this is a positive or negative change?
Some people say that the only reason for learning foreign language is in order to trawel or to work in foreign country. Others say that this are not only the reason why someone should learn foreign language. Discuss both this views and give your own opinion.
Technology has had a large impact on the way people consume news. As a result, newspapers and magazines will disappear in the near future and be completely replaced by online news sources. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Try this opinion essay question about the cost of space exploration. It’s best to state a clear opinion for or against in your introduction. Space exploration is much too expensive and the money should be spent on more important things. What is your opinion?
new research has shown that overeating has become a bigger problem than hanger. What are the reasons of this problem? and how could be solved?
Differences between countries become less evident each year. Nowadays all over the world, people share the same fashions, advertising, brands, eating habits, TV channels. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academy world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely . discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries, women never feel need to get married. Some people believe that this is because women are able to earn and therefore do not require financial security that marriage can bring. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that in coming years, readers will not spend on printed material and will incline towards reading from online resources due to its free access. I agree with notion to large extent because of several reasons which are discussed in subsequent paragraphs.
An increasing number of professionals such as professors, doctors, engineers, physicians are leaving their developing countries in search of better standards of living and quality of life, higher salaries, access to advanced technology and more stable political and economic conditions in developed countries.
Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss hoth these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for vour answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many students choose to take a gap year before starting university, to travel or gain work experience. Discuss both advantages and disadvantages of this trend. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In order to change their appearance people often turn to plastic surgery. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such an approach ?
Now a lot of people in college are donig accademc study. We should encourage them to learn vacational skill (like plumbers and electricians). Do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts show how online shopping trends among 20- to 30- year-olds changed over a period of ten years in one region of the UK. Summarize the information by reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
More and more companies are willing to view graduates of online universities on an equal level as those who attended brick-and-mortar classrooms. Discuss the advantages of both styles of learning as it relates to the working world.
People follow interests and have hobbies. Do you Think it is good to have hobbies? How can people learn from hobbies
You live near a record shop that sells music, movies, and books.
Write a letter to the shop asking if they have a few different items you are looking for.
– Ask what the prices are and if they can be orders
– Ask when they would arrive and if you can have them held in advance
With the help of technology, students nowadays can learn more information and learn it more quickly. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You recently attended a series of English lessons in a language school. However, you were unhappy with the teaching quality.
Write a letter to the director of the school. In your letter:
• explain why you chose to study English at the school
• describe the problems you had with the lessons
• suggest how the classes could be improved
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
“Some parents believe that learning mathematics at school is redundant and should not be taught while others believe that it should remain a fundamental subject whether or not it is used later in life.” Discuss both sides.
Do you think people should adapt and accept the culture of the country they are visiting? Do you think it is possible to learn a culture without learning the language?
The chart below shows what History graduates did after completing their undergradudate degree course from a university in the UK. The table shows the sectors these graduates were employed in within six years of graduating and their average incomes. Umar
Some people believe that social media has a negative effect on young people. Others think it helps them stay connected and learn new things. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
We have been living in the nuclear age now for over a half century. To what extent is nuclear technology a danger to life on earth ? What are the benefits and risk associated with its use?
An old car was left on the street near your street several weeks ago. The car is now causing a problem for residents.
Write a letter to the Council. In your letter:
Describe the car
Outline the problems it is causing
Tell the Council what you want them to do about it
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Councilor,