Some people believe that social media sites, such as face book or twitter, have a negative impact on young people and their ability to form personal relationships. Others believe that these sites bring people together in a beneficial way. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, hiwever, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for comitting it, should be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The chart presents the number of international students enrolled in four major Australian universities from 2010 to 2020. Key Details: University of Sydney: Had 25,000 international students in 2010, rising steadily to 50,000 in 2020. University of Melbourne: Started at 20,000 in 2010, with moderate growth to 35,000 in 2020. University of Queensland: Enrolled 15,000 students in 2010 but had only slight growth to 18,000 in 2020. Australian National University (ANU): Had the lowest number of international students, increasing from 10,000 to 15,000 over the
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjetcs that will be useful in the future such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays, there are a large number of coffee shops and fast-food vendors on high streets and in town centres. Why are there so many of these outlets? What effect is this having on the society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays animal experiments are now widely used to develop new drugs and test the safety of other products. Some people argue that these experiments should be banned because it is morally wrong to cause suffering to animals, while others advocate them because of their benefits to humanity. Discuss both perspectives and express your own opinion
49.The table presents how much people from five employment sectors earned, in three different salary levels in 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
All The internet allows us to stay connected each other no atter where we are. On the other hand, it also isolates us and encourages people not to socialise. To what extend do you agree or disagree with these statements?
some people believe that it is important allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matter is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about own wishes. other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nguyen Hong Son Some people think that newspapers are the best way to learn about the news. However, others believe that they can learn the news more effectively through other media. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?n?
Recent research has confirmed that ‘human activity has become the greatest threat to plant and animal life’. Why do you think this has happened? How can we reduce our impact on the natural world?
Some people think that parents should teach their children how to be good members of the society. Others, however, believe that schools are the best places to learn this. Discuss both these views.
SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT COMPETITION AT WORK, AT SCHOOL AND IN DAILY LIFE IS A GOOD THING. OTHER BELIEVE THAT WE SHOULD TRY TO COOPERATE MORE RATTHER THAN COMPETING AGAINST EACH OTHER DISCUSS BOTH OF THESE VIEWN AND GIVE YOUR OWN OPINION
The map above shows the development of the village of Ryemouth between 1995 and presen
Today, more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara Desert or the Antartica. What are benefits or disadvantages for tourists visiting such places?
Some people argue that the use of animals in medical research for the benefir of humans is acceptable, while others believe that it is wrong. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctica. What are the benefits and the disadvantages for tourist who visit such places?
Research into new types of medicine and treatments are essential for improving health and deal with disease. Who do you think should fund these researches: private companies, individuals or governments?
ome people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organized group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbles and interests, and whether they are married or single. Some people say that this Information may be relevant and useful. Others disagree. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
These days’ people have too many choices for clothing. Why do you think this is the case? Is this a good thing or a bad thing?
The increased world demand for oil and gas has made it necessary to look for these sources in remote and untouched natural places. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of damaging these natural areas?
News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in the newspapers. what factors do you think influences these decisions? do we ecome used to bad news? would it be better if more good news was reported?
Developmenl in lechnology couses env,'ronmenlot problems. sorne people believe fhe solufion in fhese problems is everyone occepfs o simpler woy of life, while olhers soy lhol technology con solye fhese problems. Discuss bolh views ond give your own o pinion.
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.
Nowadays crime movies, programmes and TV series are extremely popular. What do you think is the reason for this? What effects do these films have on our society? Give your own opinion and examples.
People pend more and more of their time at home presently. What are the causes and effects of this development on people and society.
The diagram below represents the “Comparison of how urban Chinese spent across major categories in 1995 versus the spending habits in 2011”. Summarise the information given in the diagrams.
The maps illustrate an industrial area in Norbiton in the present day compared with plans for future development of the site. The maps illustrate an industrial area in Norbiton in the present day compared with plans for future development of the site.
Some people think that we live in a society where money and posessions are given too much importance. Others believe that this is improving our lives. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
These days many people prefer online shopping to conventional shopping. Do the advantages of online shopping outweigh the disadvatages?
A Australian friend recently sent you a present by post. You want to thank him/her.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
-say how you felt when you received the present
-describe what you like about it
-explain how you will use the present
Technology has impacted on the way people interact these days many relationship are created and maintained through technologies such as mobile tele phones and the internet. What are the advantagesvand disadvantages of using technology to establish and devolope relationship?
You have bought a new camera but when you got it home you found it had some problems. You returned the camera and spoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company.
In your letter:
Introduce yourselfExplain the situation
Say what action you would like the company to take
People remember special gifts or presents that they have received. Why or why not? Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The internet allows us to dtay connected eith each other no matter where we are.On the other hand,it also isolates us and encorages people not to socialize. To what extent do you agree or disagree with these statements?
Some persons prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding changes. Others, however think that change is a good thing. Discuss both these views and give your opinion
Some people think that it is good for a country's culture to import foreign movies and TV programmes. Others think that it is better to produce these locally. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many cities many prople are living in apartments and condominiums. Do these types of accommodations offer more advantages or disadvantages.
Some people say that history is one of most important while other argue that science ans technology are important than history. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. You
Some people believe that development in technology has brought various environmental problems. Others, however, believe technology is the way to solve these problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
These days, many people buy new products even if they can not buy and fall into debt. Do you think this culture is good? What should we do to prevent such a culture?
In some countries more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can peple reseach this?
You recently attended a training workshop organized by a local company. However, there were several issues that made the workshop less effective than expected.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
•Explain the problems you faced during the workshop
•Describe how these problems affected your experience
•Suggest what the company could do to improve future workshops
You have bought a new mobile phone and in a few days of purchase, it has stopped working. You have spoken to the company representative a week ago but it has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company.
In your letter,
» introduce yourself
» explain the situation
» say what action you would like the company to take
These days, more and more business meetings and business training are taking place online. Do advantages of this change outweigh the disadvantages?
The charts below give information about the world’s top three producers of four different dairy products (milk, cheese, butter, milk powder) in 2012.
Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many city centers these days have traffic flow problems, causing congestion and pollution. One solution is to build fast-ring roads on the outskirts of a city, taking traffic away from the center. While this is helpful in some ways, it also causes new problems To what extent do you agree or disagree ?