50 Latest Hav IELTS Topics

Opinion

Blood sports have become a hot topic for debate in recent years. As society develops it is increasingly seen as an uncivilized activity and cruel to the helpless animals that are killed. Blood sports should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

formal

You have heard that a developer plans to build a shopping centre near your home. Write a letter to the town council. In your letter, do the following: say how you heard about the plan explain how you feel about it ask for more information about it. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

formal

You have decided to apply for a job as a Spanish instructor that was advertised in the April edition of the magazine Teaching Professional. This ad was posted by Mr John Sullivan, director of the Spanish department at The Language Institute of Great Britain in London, England. In your letter to Mr Sullivan: explain why you are writing describe your qualifications and experience explain how they can contact you Write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Opinion

Some people say that drug companies have the responsibility to spend money on researching medicine to help the poorer countries, while others think the main responsibility of drug companies is to make money. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

formal

You stayed in a hotel for some days in an overseas country. You have forgotten some things in the hotel room after checkout.  write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter Inform him about your stay Describe the things hat you have forgotten there State what you want them to do now

Opinion

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 aisagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Opinion

Some people think that having a set retirement age for everybody, regardless of occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. Do you agree or disagree Which types of workers do you think should benefit from early retirement. Give reasons fir your answer and provide relevant examples

Opinion

some think schools should rewards students who have the best academic results, while others think it's more important to reward students who achieve other types of success(such as sports, music). Discuss both views and give your opinion

informal

You are starting a new business and need to build a website. You have a friend who works for an IT company who you want to help you. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter •describe your new business •ask your friend to help you build the website •say how you will thank your friend for his/her help.

Opinion

It is more important for doctors to have good communication skills than to have deep knowledge in their discipline/field/specialization. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Opinion

As a result of electronic inventions such as television and copmuter, people do less physical activity, and this is having a negative effect on their health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

semi-formal

You have asked for a meeting with your manager the next day. Write a letter telling him/her what you would like to discuss in the meeting.

Opinion

‘Children who have brothers and sisters often have better social development than an only child. The government should therefore give money to parents to have two or more children.’ What do you think about this proposal?

Opinion

In some offices, employees work in enclosed workstations or cubicles. Other offices have a more open design, in which there are no walls separating employees from their coworkers. Which type of arrangement do you think is most effective? Explain, giving reasons to support your answer.

Opinion

The mass media, including television, radio and newspapers, have great influence in shaping people's ideas. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.

Opinion

People are surrounded by all kinds of advertising. They both have important and negative influences on our lives. Do you agree or disagree?

Opinion

Human activities have negative effects on plants and animals all over the world. Some people think it is too late to do something about it. Others think there is still some time to take actions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Discussion

In some countries around the world, men and women are having babies late in life. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development?

Opinion

Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can couse serious social problmes, as well as practical problmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Opinion

Some people believe that human needs for farmland, housing and industry are more important than saving land for endangered animals. While others believe that animals also have right on land. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

informal

You have a Facebook friend living in another country and s/he is curious to learn about a major news item in your country. Write a letter to your Facebook friend. In your letter • describe a news story in your country • explain why people are interested in it • say how the story personally relates to you You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ..., You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You should write at least 150 words.

Opinion

The values that we learn from our parents and family have greater influence on our future success than knowledge and skills we learn at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Opinion

Most people pay taxes to contribute to the development of their country, however, some think they have other responsibilities rather than paying taxes. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

Opinion

Some people think that teacher should be responsible for teaching students to judge what is right and what is wrong so that they can behave. Others say that teacher should only teach student academic subjects. Discuss both view with your own opinion?

formal

There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success. Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter: describe what the problem with the changing rooms is say what happened the last times you complained explain what you want the manager to do

Opinion

For school children, teacher have more influence on their intellectual and social development than parents do. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Opinion

Once children start school, teachers have more influences on their intellectual and social development than parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Opinion

All parents wants the best opportunities for their children. There are some who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a children's future. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

semi-formal

You have received a letter from your neighbour complaining about noise from your house/flat. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter explain the cause of the noise apologise for the noise describe what action you will take to solve the problem Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ………………. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

formal

You have bought furniture from a store. When you received, there were some damages. Write a letter to the concerned store manager. In your letter, you should: •Give information about the furniture. • Explain the damage • Ask the manager to solve your issue.

Opinion

Tobacco is a kind of drug. People have been free to use it. Some people think that it should be illegal to use it comparing with other drugs. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What is your opinion?

Opinion

Some people think that paying tax is their only duty, while others believe that we have more responsibilities toward society. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Opinion

Some people believe that we should have a four-day working week and still be paid the same. To what extent do you agree or disagree

Opinion

newspapers have a significant influence on people's ideas and opinions. Why is this happening? Is it a positive or a negative situation?

Advantages and Disadvantages

Social Media websites have amassed large user bases, and have become the sole source of information for their users. Do the advantages of being a part of a social media site outweigh the disadvantages?

informal

Write a letter to a friend who worked at your previous company. You have moved to a new job in a new city. Describe your city Describe your job Describe the arrangements for him to visit you

Advantages and Disadvantages

Some companies have uniforms for their staff which must be worn at all times. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this.

Opinion

These days an increasing number of people in many cities know little about their neighbors and don't have a sense of community. What do you think are the causes and solutions? Can you suggest?

Advantages and Disadvantages

It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to university . what arethe advantages and disadvantages of this?

bar

The bar chart shows the percentage of people who have moved house either in last 3 years,between 3years to 5 years,not within the last 5 years

Opinion

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: In some countries, it is possible for people to have a variety of food that has been transported from all over the world. To what extent do you think its benefits outweigh the drawbacks? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.

formal

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words. You recently ordered an item that was advertised as having a discount from the normal price, but you have found that when you paid, you did not get the discount. Write to the company. In your letter •Explain that you did not get the discount •Tell them where you saw the discount advertised •Tell them what you would like them to do about the situation You do NOT need to write any addresses.

formal

You are working for an international company. You have seen an advertisement for a training course which will be useful for your work. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, you should: · describe why you want to take the course · explaining how it will be beneficial to the company · tell who will be managing your work in your absence.

semi-formal

You have been a living in a rental apartment for the past year. Recently, a new neighbour moved in who has loud parties several times a week. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter:  Explain the situation  Describe why it bothers you  Suggest a solution

Opinion

It is now possible for researchers to study the behavior of young children in an attempt to predict whether they will grow up to be criminals. To what extent do you think crime is determined by genetics? Is it possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals?

Opinion

In the last few decades there have been more and more cases of famous people being hounded by the press. Some people think that famous people in the media have no right to privacy. To what extent do you agree?

Opinion

New technologies have changed the way children spend their free time. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write at least 250 words.

Opinion

Some educational experts say that children have to do homework. However, others say that homework does more harm than good. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Opinion

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.

Opinion

Technological development in earlier times brought more changes to the life of ordinary people then recent technological development have brought? Do you agree or disagree