In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
Some people think that parents have the greatest influence on their child´s academic development, while others think that a child´s teacher has more influence. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
Today, there are many tasks at home or work that have been done by robots. Is this a positive or negative development？
Newspapers have influenced people's idea and opinions. What are the reason for this? Is this a positive or a nagative devlopment?
Many people have more jobs at the same time, so they dont have enough time for their family. To what extend do you agree this ?
Nowadays good good governance and healthy politics have become a fabled phenomenon and people, particularly the youth, have lost their trust and interest in politics and public affairs. Whom do you blame for this attitudinal change? How do you think people's trust in politics and interest in public affairs can be restored?
The chart below shows the percentage of river water inUK rivers that is classified as having good chemical quality between 1990 and 2002.
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for yourjob.
Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter
• describe the problem with the equipment
• explain how this problem is affecting your work
• say what you want the shop or company to do
Nowadays consumer goods have become the most important part of people’s lives. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
in some countries, the number of shootings increase because many people have guns at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and explames to support your answer.
Airline companies have reduced the cost of air tickets in many nations. discuss whether it is a positive or negative development.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
1)Correct the information in the article
2) Explain why it is important for the magazine to give the correct information
3) Suggestion what the magazine should do about this situation
Some people get into debt by buying things they son't need and can't afford. What are the reasons for this behaviour? What action can be taken to prevent people from having this problem.
''It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?’'
You are planning a holiday abroad and will be visiting a town where an old friend lives. You haven't spoken to this friend in a few years. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: •give a brief update of your life since last in touch •Explain why you will be travelling to his/her town • say what you plan to do when you visit their town
Many people believe that zoos have no purpose in today*s world and should be closed.What problems do zoos bring? What are the alternatives to zoos if they are closed?
Some people think that robots are important for humankind's future development. Others think that robots have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram below show the changes that have taken place at west park secondry school since its construction in 1950.
Some car manufacturing companies have stated that there is a possibility that we will see flying cars in the future. Why is this going to happen? Will it be a positive or negative development?
Developments in science and technology have caused environmental problems.Some people think that a simpler way of life will protect the environment,whileothers believe that science and technology can solve environmental problems.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many western countries there is an increasing number of couples choosing to have no children. What are the advantages and disadvantages to couples having no children?
These days, many children have difficulty paying attention and concentrating in their classes at school. What are the reasons for this? How can it be dealt with?
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntarylunpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntarylunpaid work,
in your letter
explain why you want to do voluntarylunpaid work at the museum
describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
give details of when you would be available for work
Access to clean water is a basic human right. Therefore every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge. Do you agree or disagree?
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior two children?
Write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you have been working. In your letter:
describe the work you have been doing
explain why you can no longer do this work
recommend another person who is interested in the work
Some people argue that if children behave badly their parent should accept responsibility and also be punished for the behavior of their children. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Below is a map of the city of Brandfield. City planners have decided to build a new shopping mall for the area, and two sites, S1 and S2 have been proposed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. gpt
Some businesses prohibit smoking in any of their offices. Some governments have banned smoking in all public places. Do you agree or disagree that this is the right course of action? Give reasons for your opinion.
There have been some problems with the bus service, especially its reliability, in your area over the last two weeks.
Write a letter to the manager of the bus company. In your letter
• describe what the problems are
• explain how these problems are affecting you
• suggest what you would like the company to do
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ...........,
Some people today have argued that countires should interfere less in the affairs of other nations. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The governments shoild give each citizen a basic income so that they have enough money to live on ,even if they are not unemployed. To whhat extent do you agree or disagree?
In recent years, the family structure and the role of its members are gradually changing. What kinds of change have occurred? Do you think these changes are positive and negative?
Modern lifestyle are completely different from the way people lived in the past. Some people think the changes have been very positive, while others believe they have been very negative. Discuss both these points of view and give your own opinion.
Some people who have been is prison become good citizen later, some people think that they are the best people to talk to the school student about the danger of committing a crime. Do you agree or disagree?
The ease of international travel and the spread of various kinds of mass media all over the world have made it more possible than ever for people to know how other people live in other countries. Do the advantages of this development overweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that visitors to others countries should follow local customs and behaviour. Other disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural differences. ▪️Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have recently moved to a different house. Write a letter to an English-speaking frined. In your letter -explain why you have moved -describe the new house -invite your friend to come and visit
Some people believe that visitor to other countries should follow local customs and behavior, others disagree and think that the host country welcome cultural differences. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
.Some people think that robots are very important for humans' future development. Others, however, think that robots are dangerous inventions that could have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Since the 18th century technological advances have replaced people in the workplace. With today’s technology this process is happening at a greater rate. Technology is increasingly responsible for unemployment. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You are planning a business to another city. You will have some free time to do some sightseeing while you are there.
•Write a letter to a friend who lives in the city you will visit. In your letter
•Explain the purpose of the trip
• Ask about thing to do and see in the city
• Invite your friend to do something with you during your visit
Some studies suggest criminals have a low level of education. For this reason, the best way to reduce crime levels is to educate people in prisons so that they can get a job after they are released from prison. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some holiday photos
Write a letter to your friend . In this letter:
•thank them for the holiday and the photos
•explain why you didn't write earlier
•invite them to come and stay with you
There is an increasing trend around the world of married couples deciding not to have children. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for couples who decide to do this.
There is a rising trend of people working from home. What are the causes of this trend, and what effects does it have on society?
Essay Question: Artists need a certain amount of freedom to develop their creativity. Some people think that artists should have total freedom to express any thoughts and ideas. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
More students are deciding to study science-related subjects at university rather than more traditional subjects. What are the causes of this? What affects will it have on society?
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntaryl
unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work.
In your letter
• explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
• describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
• give details of when you would be available for work
In order to become a successful sportsperson, some people argue that you need to have access to the latest technology and the most up-to-date equipment. Other people believe that these things are not necessary for sporting success. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.