In the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shops using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this will happen one day? Why do you think some pople might not be happy to give up using cash?
Some people say that the clothes people wear are the most important indication of what they are like. Others, however, say that people should not be judged by the clothes they wear. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons of your answers and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Write an essay of 200 - 250 words on the following topic. Some people think scientific research should focus on solving world health problems. Others think that there are more important issues. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that international tourism has brought enormous benefit to some places. Others argue that there is concern about its negative impact on local inhabitants and environment. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
some people think that the best way to reduce the time spend travelling to work its to replace park and garden close to the city center with appartment building for commuters but other disagree. Discussed both the view and give your opinion.
It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your ownknowledge or experience.
Some people believe that a crime is a result of social problems and poverty, others think that crime is a result of a bad person’s nature. 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 athe circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivationfor committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven years old. Other believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. What do you think are the advantages of attending school from a young age? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many parents give jobs to their children to do around the house in order to develop their characters and self-sufficiency. Discuss this idea and give your opinion.
A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter
Give contact details for when you are away
Give instructions about how to care for your pet
Describe other household duties you would like your friend to undertake
When giving contact details, you do NOT need to write any addresses; something like the name of a friend you are staying with or a holiday destination is fine.
The format for this IELTS Writing task is simple. Just begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
Some people believe that it is important to spend a lot of money on family celebration, while others think it is a waste of money. Discuss both views. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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.
In the future, people may no longerbe able to pay for things in shops using cash. Allpayments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this will happen one day? Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?
Some people want governments to spend money on other plants to look for life. Others believe that it is a waste of public money when there are many unsolved problems on Earth. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for their personal information such as hobbies and interest and whether they are married or single, some people say this information maybe relevant or useful, others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people prefer activities and lifestyle of hot places, whereas others prefer the cold places. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the Olympic Games is an exciting event and can bring nations together. Others, however, think that it is a waste of money. Discuss both these views and give your own opinio
Some people say that school children should study history as a main subject. Others think that others subject are more important for children in modern society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Directors of large organizations have much higher salary than ordinary employees do. Some people think it’s necessary, but others are of the opinion that it’s not unfair. Discuss both views and give your opinion
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 resources. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries today there are many highly qualified graduates without employment. What factors may have caused this situation and what, in your opinion, can/should be done about it? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 word
Some people think that children should be taught how to become good parents at school. Others believe that this is not necessary or should be taught at home. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays many people complain that they have difficulties in maintaining work-life balance. Why is this the case? What strategies do you recommend to maintain work-life balance? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that younger generations can learn a lot about how to be good members of society from older generations. Others think it is better for younger people to get advice on how to be a good citizen from their peers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A local company is looking for people to do part-time work. You would like to work at the company in summer. Write a letter to the company manager. In your letter:•explain why you want to work there•say why you think you would be suitable for this work•give details of when you would be free to workWrite at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Modern societies need specialist in certain fields, not others. Some people therefore think that governments should pay university fees for students who study subjects that needed by society. Those who choose to study less relevant subjects should not receive government funding. Would the disadvantages of such an educational policy outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Some people prefer to travel to somewhere new and different when they go on holiday, while others like familiar places. This question type asks you to discuss the advantages and disadvantages. You are not required to give your opinion. note Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of visiting new places.
Some educational systems make students study specialised subjects from the age of fifteen while others require students to study a wide range. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
You organised a 90th birthday party in a hotel for a relative. Many elderly guests attended this party which of grand success. Write a letter to thank the hotel manager. In your letter,
Give details of party
the reasons why party was successful
Mention a staff member who helped you a lot
More people live alone today than they did in the past. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give your opinion and relevant examples to support your view.
Using a computer everyday can have more negative than positive effects on your children . Do you agree or disagree. Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
QUESTION: There are many ways to find a job: newspaper advertisements, Internet job search Websites, and personal recommendations. What do you think is the best way to find a job? Give reasons or examples to support your opinion.
Many people these days move to other countries to live. Some people feel these people should try to assimilate completely to the country where they have moved to, while others feel it is more important to preserve their native culture. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Immigrants suffer discrimination at work. Talk about them and give your opinion on how to change this scenario.
Some people think that hosting an international sports event is good for the country, while some people think it is bad. Discuss both views and state your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Today’s teenagers have more stressful lives than previous generations. Discuss this view and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some peole think that parents shuold teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however,believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that music is a universal language that can bring people together, while others think that it is a form of entertainment that has little real value in society. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some of the methods used in advertising are unethical and unacceptable in today’s society. To what extent do you agree with this view? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Some people believe that studying at the university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The internet is an invention that has changed the world. Some say for the better and others say for the worst. Give the advantages and disadvantages of the internet.
Some people believe that it is the responsiblity of individuals to take care of their own health and diet. Others, however, believe that gorvernments should make sure that their citizens have a healthy diet. Discuss both views, and give your opinion.
Some people suggest that bringing up children by the whole family including uncles , aunts and grandparents. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion and example.
“You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone 10 live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child.”
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter explain why you would like the job
give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people believe that children in schools should learn how advertisements motivate us to buy things. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.
‘Failure is proof that the desire wasn’t strong enough’ To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Tourism has increased so much over the last 50 years that it is having a mainly negative impact on local inhabitants and the environment. However, others claim that it is good for the economy. Discuss the advantage and disadvantages of tourism and give your opinion.
some people think that parents should teach their children to be a good member of society whereas other believe that school should teach them. discuss both sides and give your opinion
The charts below give information about USA marriage and divorce rates between 1970 and 2000 and marital status of adult americans in two of the years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.