Many governments consider economic progress to be their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other kinds of progress are just as important for the country. Discuss both the perspectives and express your own opinion.
Some people say that now is the best time in history to be living. What is your opinion about this? What other time in history would be interesting to live in?
a lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main course of income. unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctry. what are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world? do you think that benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?
numerous animal species worldwide are currently facing extiction. some argue that countries and individuals should prioritize protecting these animals, while others believe resources should be focused more on human issues. discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Children are facing more pressures nowadays from academic, social,and commercial, perspectives. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures should be taken to reduce these pressures?*
Some people think that govt is wasting money on the arts and this money could be better spent elsewhere. Agree or disagree?
In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space avaliable for building is in the countryside and not build new homes there. what is your opinion about this?
You have been working for a company for more than a few years and have decided to leave the company.
Write a letter to your company manager saying that you want to leave the company. In your letter explain:
what you have learned while working for the company
whether you have enjoyed working for the company
what are your reasons for leaving the company
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Many people think technological devices such as smart phones, mobile phones and tablet bring more disadvantages than advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some believe that classroom education provides broad exposure, while others say that distance education programmes provide a much broader span of knowledge and information. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
'- Childhood obesity is an increasing problem in Australia as many as two thirds of children are now obese. Schools have a responsibility to monitor what their students eat and the amount of exercise they do. To what extend do you agree to this statemen
Some people think that children of busy parents should be sent to daycare centres, while others believe that they should be cared for by their grandparents. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, the average weight of people is increasing, and their health and fitness are suffering. What do you think are the causes of this and what measures could be taken to solve them? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that it is ok to put the needs of humans over environmental concerns. While others feel that protecting the environment should be prioritized. Discuss both views and what is your opinion?
The chart below shows what anthroplogy graduates from one university did of the anthropologists in work after five years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
in some countries , a few people earn extremely high salaries . some people think that it is good for the country, while others believe that government should limit their slaries and limit the amount people can earn . Discuss both views and give your opinion.
“Many people today find it difficult to balance the demands of their work and personal life. What are the causes of this situation, and what can individuals and employers do to reduce the problem?” Use your own knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
In many countries, very few young people read newspapers or follow the news on TV. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more people in developed countries are purchasing cars for the first time. What problem dose this cause? What do you think is a possible solution?
Some pople say that now we can see film on over phone and tablet, there is no needto go cinema. Others think that that to be fully enjoyed, films need to seen in a cinema. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that to prevent illness and diseases, governments should focus more on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A growing number of people feel that animal should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Topic: Write a letter to your friend telling them about a trip you recently went on.
Where you went and why you chose that place
What you did and enjoyed during the trip
camping for the first time in my life, barbeque, fishing
Invite your friend to visit that place with you in the future
New neighbours have recently moved in, but they are making a lot of noise at night while you are preparing for your exams. Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter:
explain that they are preventing you from studying well
suggest what they can do to improve the situation
tell them when you will have completed your studies
In the last 20 years, there have been significant developments in the field of information technology IT, for example, the world wide web and communication by E-mail. However, these developments in IT are likely to have more negative effects than positive in the future . To what extent do you agree with this view?
Some people say newspapers are the best source of information but others say that the Internet is better. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays many poeple complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lck of sleep?
Some people think that governments should spend more money on improving public transportation, while others believe it is better to invest in building new roads. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You do not fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter
-Say which points in the article you agree with
-Explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other towns
- Offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Essay topics: Many people prefer to spend money and not save it. What are the reasons? Is this a positive or negative development?
THE CHART BELOW SHOWS THE CHANGES THAT TOOK PLACE IN THREE DIFFERENT AREAS OF CRIME IN NEWPORT CITY CENTER FROM 2003 – 2012
Some believe that more action should be taken to prevent crime, while others feel that crime is being tackled effectively now. Discuss both sides and give your own 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 say that the age of books has passes, information can be accessed via videos, computers and so on. Other people think books and written words will still be essential. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the advantage of being self-employed?
You were studying in an English speaking country and suddenly needed to go back to your home country, leaving your course incomplete. Write a letter to your teacher to
- thank him
-explain the reason you left without completing your course
-say during your course study what did you like most about this course.
In some countries, girls and boys are educated in different schools rather than in the same school. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
In nearly all science courses at university, there are significantly more male students than female students. What is the reason for this? What could be done to balance out the number?
To meet the grow need for food to support an increasing population, a country should make use of edible insects as a food source. However, some people believe that insects are not only unhealthy but harvesting them will also negatively affect nature. What are the benefits and drawbacks of eating insects?
Advertising discourages us from being individuals by making us all look the same. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Leaders have the authority to make decisions, what do you think about that?
Parents and teachers make many rules for children to encourage good behavior and protect them from danger. However, children would benefit from fewer rules and greater freedom. To what extend do you agree?
some people think that the development of technology help to decrease crime and other people think that would encourage crime to discuss both views and give your opinion.
In today's digital age, the widespread use of social media has become an integral part of society. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this phenomenon. To what extent do the benefits outweigh the drawbacks? Provide relevant examples and support your arguments with evidence
Nowadays, more and more people decide to have children later in their life. What are the reasons? What are the impacts on their families and society .
some people claim that not enoughof the waste from home is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recyclings for governments to make it legal requirment. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste.
Scientist agree that many people eat too much chunk food and it is damaging their health. Some people think that this problem can be solved by educating people while others believe that this education will not work. Discuss both video and give your opinion.
You have recently left something in a train, write a letter to the manager of lost and found department and specify.
• When you lost it? – travelling from Banff to ----
• Describe the object you have left- Camera, canon, black
• Tell the manager what you want them to do with it- find it and send it back
Fast food is now universally in most countries and is becoming increasingly popular. Some feel that this is a positive trend, while others do not. What are your opinions in this?
Grandparents take care of the children when their parents are out at work. What are the advantages and possible disadvantages of this?