the chart shows the results of a survey lookimg at which factors were important to 1,000 customers of a major travel agency in the UK when choosing a holiday destination in July 2016.
Businesses should do anything they can to make a profit. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
Some parents choose to homeschool their children because they claim that it has a number of benefits. Others this that this educational method can cause a lot of problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries today, young people are forced to get a job which they are not suited to, suited to or passionate about. What do you think may be the reason for this? What problems might this cause?
some people think that national sports teams and individual men and women who represent their country should be financially supported by the government. However, other argue that they should be funded by the non-government sources. Discuss both views and give opinion.
These days, many people will stay home to watch a live performance (for example, a sports match or a concert) because they can see everything on a TV or computer screen. To what extent you agree or disagree?
The government is spending a lot of money discovering other planets. Some people think that the government is wasting money and should spend more money addressing the problem of the public. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
In today's competitive world, many families find it necessary for both parents to go out to work. While some say the children in these families benefit from the additional income, others feel they lack support because of their parents' absence. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some people think that libraries are a waste of resources and money so computers should replecae them. however others do not agree. discuss both the sides and give your opinion
Psychological illnesses may not be as obvious as physical disabilities or illnesses. Nevertheless, they are just as disabling in their own way. Society, however, is more accepting of those with physical than psychological illnesses or disabilities, The latter being regarded as a taboo subject sometimes. To what extent do you agree with this view?
government should spent more money roads on railways than roads what do you think about this?
Some believe that children should be taught from a young age how to handle money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The government should lower the budget on art in order to allocate more money to education. To what extent do you agree?
Some people think visual images (like photographs and videos) can tell information more accurately in a news story, while others think they cannot represent the full story. Discuss both views and give your opinion
More and more people no longer read newspapers or watch TV programs to get news. They get news about the world through the internet. ls this a positive or negative development?
Some people prefer to provide help and support directly to those in need. Others however prefer to give money to national and international charitable organisations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Computers are now the basis of the modern world. They should therefore be introduced into classroom, and their programs used for direct teaching purposes. Argue both sides, and give your opinion.
In some cities people can build and design homes and office buildings however they like. This is preferable to having strict controls over the design and construction of housing and office buildings. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows findings a survey of freshmen students who took different courses at particular university.
when someone gets old they often go to live in a home with other old people where there are nurses to look after them. Sometimes the government has to pay for this care. Who do you think should pay for this care, the government or the family?
Holding International games such as The Olympic Games is an exciting event. Some people think that it has positive effects while other argue that it is a waste of money. Discuss both sides of view and give your own opinion.
Childhood obesity has become a growing issue that nearly two-thirds of children are now classified as overweight or obese in Australia. As a result, many believe that schools should take on more responsibility for monitoring what students eat and ensuring they get enough physical exercise. The question is: to what extent should schools be responsible for addressing this problem?
Nowadays a few people take their family with them abroad whenever they go on a business trip. Is it a positive or negative development in your opinion? To what extent do you support this development?
Nowdays it is easy to apply for and given a credit card. However,some people experience problems when they are not able to pay their debts back. In your opinion, do the advantages of credit cards outweigh the disadvantage?
In some areas of the US, a curfew is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about the law
The chart below gives information about the age of women in Australia when they gave birth to their first child in 1966, 1986 and 2006. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people say that there is too much harmful content on the internet. They say the only way to make the internet safe is for the government to censor the content of websites. To what extent do you think the government should control what information is available on the internet?
Some people think that the government is wasting money on the arts and that this money could be beer spent elsewhere. To what extent do you agree with this view?
There are many female students who finish degrees in science and technology courses at university, but few move into the workplace after they graduate. Why is this? What measures can be taken to encourage them into work?
These days the number of companies operating at multinational Ievel has increased. To what extent are they responsible for the local communities in which they are located?
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in local hotel. In their feeback, participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter,
1. say what the participants liked about the hotel
2. explain why they were unhappy about the food
3. suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in future.
Some people think that the government should spend more money on sport facilities for top athletes. Others argue that this money should be spent on sports facilities for ordinary people. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The top priority of businesses is making money, and thay do not need to have social responsibilities. To what extent you agree or disagree
You sent some documents by post recently, but they did not arrive.
Write a letter to the post manager. In your letter
-Give details of the situation
-Describe the documents
-Say what action you want tobe taken.
Creative artists should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas (in words, pictures, music or film) in whichever way they wish. There should be no government verstrictions on what they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In some cultures, children’s are often told they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
some people think that the government is wasting money on the arts and that miney could be better spent elsewhere. To what extend do you agree with this view?
Some people believe that success means earning a lot of money. Others believe that success is defined by personal happiness. Duscuss both these views and give your opinion.
In the future,nobody will buy printedpaper or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Practice 2: Some people say that the government should spend more money taking care of elderly people while others think that government spending should be spent more on the education of young people. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the result of a survey about people's coffee and tea buying drinking habits in five Australian cities
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain of shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and it is still not ready.
Write a letter to the shop. In your letter
say what has happened and how you feel
ask them to explain why there has been a delay
ask them to repair the radio very quickly or to supply you with a new radio
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people say that the government should not put money on building theatres and sports stadiums. They should spend more money on medical care and education. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that computers are more a hinderance than a help in todays world. Others feel that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. In what ways are computers a hinderance? What is your opinion?
Some peo ple think that professional athletes make good role models for young people, while other people believe they don't. Discuss both these points of views and give your own opinion
Some people think that increasing business and cultural contacts worldwide have positive influences on development; others think that they have negative effects on national identities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Millions of dollars are spent on space research evey year. Some people argue that the money should be spent on improving living standards on Earth. Doyou agree or disagree?
Some colleges encougage students to create businesses while they are still in school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
In some countries young people are not only richer, but also safer and healtier than ever before. However, they are often less happy and more agiatated in actions and behaviors. what do you think are the reasons for this and what can be done to help?
Some people believe that success in life depends on hard work and determination. While others believe that other factores like money and personal appearance are important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.