Millions of dollars are spent on space research every yeas. Some people argue that the money should be spent on improving living standards on Earth. Do you agree or disagree
The export of second-hand goods from developed countries to under-developed cuntries brings both economic advantages and environmental concerns. Do the benefits outweight the drawbacks? Discuss boh sides and state your opinion.
Some people say that living in an apartment has many advantages compared to living in a detached house. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that the best way to become successful in life is to get a university education. Others disagree with it and reckon that nowadays it is no longer true. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some parents bring thier children a large number of toys to play with. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.
“Fatherhood ought to emphasised as much as motherhood. The idea that women are solely responsible for deciding whether or not to have babies leads on to the idea that they are also responsible for bringing the children up.”
To what extend do you agree or disagree?
ome people believe that children should study practical skills as managing a bank account, car maintenance, as well as traditional academic courses. Do you agree or disagree?
Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel.Write a letter to the airline.
Many people today find that the cost of attending a university level education is extremely high for students and their family. What are the causes of this situation, and how can government, universities and the students themselves overcome the problem?
the table show informarion and prediction regarding the change in percentage of the population aged 65 and more in three countries
The graphs below show the enrolments of overseas students and local students in Australian universities over a ten year period. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
More and more people move from the countryside to big cities. Does this development bring more advantages or disadvantages to the environment?
The diagram below shows the manufacturing process for making sugar from sugar canes. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Describe the table below showing the percentage of the population aged 65 and over in three countries for 100 years. Table: Percentage of Population Aged 65 and Over in Three Countries (1900-2000) YearAustraliaBelgiumCosta Rica 1900583 19507104 2000151812
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade-labelled coffee amd bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five different European countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Shopping is now one of the most popular forms of leisure activity in many countries for young adults. What do you think is the reason for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
People still value artists in the age of advanced science and technology. Why do you think this is? Are arts as important as science and technology?
People who damage public property, such as buildings or statues should be required to do community service (such as cleaning parks) as a punishment rather than other forms of punishment (such as paying a fine or going to prison). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Children today spend a lot of time on playing games and they spend little time on sports. What are the reasons and what should be done to tackle the problem?
Parents should encourage their children to spend less time on study and more time on doing physical activities. Do you agree or disagree?
nowaday , people normally stretch their works hours and get stressed than before . what are the reasons for this ? what can employers do to make people's life easier ?
The graph shows Internet Usage in Taiwan by Age Group, 1998-2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think the media – television and films – negatively affect people’s behaviour. Others do not think so. How do you think the media affects people’s behavior? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The chart below gives information about Southland's main exports in 2000, 2023 and future projections for 2025. The chart below gives information about Southland's main exports in 2000, 2023 and future projections for 2025.
Some argue that what most impacts a child’s future life is their experiences before starting school while others think experiences as a teenager are more influential. Discuss both views and give you own opinion.
Many children are encouraged by their parents to get a part time job in their free time. What are the advantages and disadvantages to children of doing so?
Some people say that it is fair for each group member to be given the same grade after a group project. Others think that different grades should be allocated based on the level of contribution. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
in many countires nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over tha world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
You are planning to give a party at home. You want to cook a meal for this party and decided to ask a friend for a recipe from his/her country. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
-Tell the friend why you are giving this party
-Explain why you want a recipe from his/her country
-Invite your friend to the party
The two maps show a changes in bookstore in 2000 and now. Overall,we can see the rearrangement of the store.
Use the information and language from this lesson to answer this The line chart below shows the results of a survey giving the reasons why people moved to the capital city of a particular country. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In Britain, when someone gets old, they often go to live in a home with other elderly 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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The pie charts below show the comparison of different kinds of energy production of France in tow years.
In many traditional societies, caring for the children is only the mother’s responsibility. More recently, some people have argued that the father’s role should be as important as the mother’s role. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The diagram below shows the lifecycle of a species of large fish called the salmon. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparisons where relavent.
Some people think that children should start formal education as early as possible, where as other people think children should not start until the age of. Discuss the both views and give your opinion
The chart below shows the percentage of adults of different ages in the UK who used the Internet everday from 2003-2006.
38.Some people think that games can help children to develop a wide range of skills, while others believe that video games have a negative impact on children. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Not enough students choose science subjects in universities in many countries. What are the reasons and what are the impacts on our society
The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six countries.
Air pollution is one of the largest problems the world is facing today. What are some of the effects of air pollution, and what solutions can be done to solve this problem?
You work for an international company and need to take
some time off work to celebrate a family event.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
● give details of the family event and why it is important you
attend
● say how much time you will need away from the office
● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
Thanking a friend for a holiday.
You have recently been to stay with an old friend for a few days. You hadn't seen each other for a long time. Write a letter to the friend. In your letter:
•say how you felt about the visit
• refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him / her
• invite your friend to visit you
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Many people today prefer to watch film or TV shows alone at home instead of watching with other people. What are the disadvantages and advantages of this development?
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different age and culture together . to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
In the future more people will choose to go on holiday in their own country and not travel abroad on holiday. Do you agree or disagree?j
This rising levels of traffic congestion in many big cities around the world can cause the decline in qualities of life in cities. What do you think are cause and of this problem and what measures could be taken to solve them?
Many companies sponsor sports as a way of advertising themselves. Some people think this is good for the world of sport, while others think it is a negative. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The chart below shoes the percentage of households in owned and rented accomodation in England and Wales between 1918 and 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people say that human society has developed into a throw-away society, which is filled with plastic bags and rubbish. What are the causes and solutions?