Some people believe that the only purposes of film is to entertain. Others say films should have educational value. Discuss both views and give own opinion.
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The government spends about 220 million pounds a year supporting museums and galleries in the U.K., and a similar amount subsidizing the visual and performing arts This is a huge sum to spend on minority interests, and the money would be better spent on more important things. It should be up to the people who enjoy cultural attractions to pay for them What are your views? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people think that physical strength is important for success in sport, while other people think that mental strength is more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. You should write at least 254 words.
Some people argue that the government should invest more in promoting sports and recreational activities in schools, while others believe it is the responsibility of parents to encourage their children to participate in sports. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that longer prison sentences are the best way to decrease crime while others believe that there are alternate ways to decrease crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be usefull in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some organis'ations believe that their employees should dress smartly. Other value quality of work above appearance. Discuss both these views and give your own opinions.
Some people say that when deciding how taxes are spent, government should prioritize health care. Others think that there are more important priorities for taxpayers’ money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays some countries encourage people to buy more and more products, which is good for economy. While others believe it is bad for the society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Your friend Mark has dropped his phone and it is now broken. He is thinking about buying a new one. You bought a new phone last month. Write a letter to Mark. In your letter: describe the phone you bought, explain the advantages and disadvantages of your phone
give, Mark your advice on whether he should buy it and why
Some people believe that the biggest problem facing cities is the increasing number of cars. Others say there more serious problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Because of modern technology it is no longer necessary for people to learn handwriting skills but other believe that handwriting is still an important skills. Discuss both views and give your opinion
interviews form the basic selection criteria for most large companies.However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whoom to employ and there are other better method. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
More people say that devoting one’s time to family activities is more important than spending time working. Others believe that dedicating one’s time to work is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and giver your own opinion.
In many cities, old buildings are being destroyed to create more space for new housing. What is your opinion?
Some people think that individuals should take responsibility for protecting the environment, while others believe governments should take the lead. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individuals crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
The pie charts show the electricity generated in Germany and France from all sources and renewable in the year 2009.
Some people think that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school while others believe childrens should not start until secondary school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In their advertizing, Business nowadays usually emphasise that their productts are new in some way, why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative.
some people believe that global warming is a hoax. While others claim it’s the biggest problem that mankind faces. Discuss both views and write your opinion on the topic.
Some people say libraries are important in society as a place to get information and use books. Others say as computers are advanced, libraries are a waste of money and recourses. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Many people believe that museums should be free of charge, while others think that they should charge an entry fee to cover maintenance costs and funding for new exhibitions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that young people should spend their free time with family rather than go to entertainment activities outside the house. Some disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
General Training
You plan to do some traveling in a few months. You would like to visit an old friend who lives in another country. You haven’t spoken to this friend in a few years.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Provide a short update about your life since you saw him/her last
- Explain why you will be traveling to his/her city
- Say what you would like to do when you visit his/her city
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear [Choose a Name],
ou should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are due to start a new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems. Write a letter to your new employer. In your letter • explain your situation • describe your problems • tell him/her when you think you can start. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address.
Nowadays, personal growth of children is one of the important subjects, besides, people consider the way of development of their loved ones; some people believe learning at home is the better way while others think go to school is essential for all people. In This essay both views will be discussed.
Some people think that it is government‘ s responsibility to transport children to school, while others think parents should get their children to school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many people around the world use social media every day to keep in touch with others people and get new events. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
People Value the opinions of others and collect information from various sources when considering a major purchase. Which of the following do you think has the greatest impact on their choice what to buy? recommendations from friends information from magazines reviews from online communities
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others belive that some imformation is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say the main environmental problem of our time is the lose of a particular species of plants and animals. Others say there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Som people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Other argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently spent a weekend with your friend in her/his new house. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter, you should:
•explain what you like about his new house
•describe what you enjoyed most about your stay
•suggest when and where you could meet next
Some believes that professional, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
ou should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
Few people devote time to hobbies nowadays. Say why you think this is the case and what effect this has on the individual and society in general.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You should write at least 250 words
In many parts of the world girls and boys are educated together in co-educational or mixed schools. Some people think that girls and boys benefit from being educated separately in single-sex schools. To what extent do you agree with this view?
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons to your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experiences.
“Some people view teenage conflict with their parents as a necessary part of growing up, whilst others see it as something negative which should be avoided. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.”
Some people think most crime is the result of circumstances. Others believes that most crime is cused by people who are bad by nature. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that children that commit crimes should be punished. Others think the parents should be punished instead. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that child care centres provide the best services for children of pre school age.other working parents think that family members such as grand parents will be better careers for their kids.discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the main benefit of international cooperation is in the protection of the environment, while others believe that businesses mainly benefit. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people belleve that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic 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.
Last year you met someone on holidays and become friends. He/she has informed you that they will be near to your home town on business in a few months’ time.
Write a letter to your friend inviting them to stay with you. In your letter
•Say how pleased you are to hear from them.
•Invite them to stay with you.
•Tell them about your ideas of how you could spend the time together.
You do not need to write any addresses.
The line graph below illustrates the annual visitors spend for visitors to New Zealand from Australia, USA, UK, Japan and china for the years 1996 to 2014.
Some people believe that capital punishment should not be used. Others, however, argue that it should be allowed for the most serious crimes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that the best way to imporve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others , however say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.