In many countries, people are now living longer than before. Some people say an ageing population creates proplems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantges?
SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT CARS ARE THE BEST WAY TO TRAVEL IN A CITY WHILE OTHERS THINK THAT BICYCLES ARE BETTER. DISCUSS BOTH POINTS OF VIEW AND GIVE YOUR OPINION.
The internet has made many things in our lives simpler. However, it has also brought new threads. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages ?
Some people think governments should spend money on measures to save languages with few speakers from dying out completely.Others think that this is a waste of financial resources .Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Successful sports professionals can earn much more money than people in other important jobs. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
the chart below shows what anthropology graudates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course. the table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years.
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.
Some people believe children are given too much free time. They feel that this time should be used to do some home work. How do you think children should spend their time?Give reasons for your answers a d include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
In some countries , government likes to spend more money to spent money on art. Some people agree with this. However, others think government should on health and health discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The given table illustrates the amount of tutor’s money teaching in high school in 2009.
Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and polution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures do you think might be effective?
people now are live longer than in the past. Some people think that ageing population will cause many problems for government. Other think that have more elderly will benefits for society.Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Q: Shopping habits depend more on your age group than anything else. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart and graph show the categories of the workforce in London and the unemployment rate within three groups. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that the best way to increase road safety is to increase the minimum legal for driving cars or riding motorbikes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A friend of yours recently gave you a nice birthday present.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
-Thanks her for the present and say why you particularly like it.
-Describe some other presents that you received.
-Explain some of the things you did on your birthday.
Educationalists think that the program of international exchange visits would benefit all students. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some Toby Fox fans think that Deltarune is better than Undertale but the rest of community argue that the opposite is true. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Human activities have had a negative effect on ecosystem, animals and plants across the world. Some people believe this can not changed while others feel that we can still take action to protect living things and the environment. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
**Watching a live performance such as a play, concert, or sporting event is more enjoyable than watching the same event on television.**
**To what extent do you agree or disagree?**
Many young people today spend too much time following the latest fashion trends in areas such as clothing and technology. To what extent do yo u agree or disagree?
People think that it will be more enjoyable to watch performance live than watch the same performance on television. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
The development of technology has resulted in more employees working from home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The planet population is reaching unsuitable levels. To what consequences may overpopulation lead? In your opinions, what measure can be taken to fight overpopulation?
Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individual and to society. To what extent do you agree and disagree?
Nowadays, there is trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it iss harmfull to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that government should regulate technological improvements because of people’s privacy. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, the use of alternative renewable sources of energy (e.g. wind, water, solar) is becoming popular in many parts of the world. Why is this happening? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The pie charts depict online sales for Canadian retailers in 2005 and 2010. Overall, electronic appliances and food were the most commonly purchased items online during both years. In 2005, electronic appliances were the top-selling product, accounting for 35 percent of online sales, followed by home furnishings at 22%. Food and beverages represented 22% of the total online market, whilst video games made up the smallest share at 18 percent. However, the trend shifted by 2010. Although electronic goods still made up a significant portion of sales at 30%, they were no longer the top-selling category. Food and beverages took the lead, comprising a percentage of 32% of total sales. Video games moved into third place, accounting for 23% of online purchases, while home furnishings dropped to the lowest position, representing just 15 percent. In summary, electronics was consistently represented as a key segment of Canada's online market throughout both years.
Some people think the money spent in developing the technology for space exploration is not justified. There are more beneficial ways to spend this money. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying.* *To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement*
Last week, you celebrated your birthday with some friends in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed yourselves very much.
Write a letter to the restaurant. In your letter
•mention the food and service
•explain that you really enjoyed the atmosphere
•suggest any improvements to make things better
There have been many inventions in human history (e.g the wheel) some people think the most important thing is the Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choice on everyday matters such as food, cloths and entertainment is likely likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their wishes, other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The development o f tourism contributed to English becoming the most prominent language in the world. Some people think this will lead to English becoming the only language to be spoken globally. What are the advantages and disadvantages to having one language in the world?
An old friend of yours is coming to visit your city. You had planned to meet him at the
airport, but something has come up and you will not be able to make it there on time.
Write to your friend. In your letter
Explain the situation
Offer to make alternate arrangements
In some societies, the number of crimes committed by teenagers is growing. Some people think that regardless of age, teenagers who commit major crimes should recieve adult punishment. To what extent do you agree?
It is important for people to take risks, both in their personal lives and professional lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risk outweigh the disadvantages ?
Tests and examinations are a central feature of school systems in many countries. Do you thinnk the educational benefits of testing outway any disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more people want to buy a famous brand with clothes,car and other items. What are the reason? Do you think it is positive or negative development?
Some people believe that students should study subjects that will be useful for their future careers. Others think it is more important for students to study a wide range of subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A friend of yours is thinking of going to a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter:
&Explain why you think your friend would enjoy camping holiday.
&Describe some possible disadvantages.
&Say whether you would like to go on camping with your friend this summer.
With the incresing used and development of new technology, many machines are now able to do the work which people use the perform. What are the advantage and disadvantage of the trend?
Stress – related illnesses are becoming increasingly common. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
ultures all around world have become more similar than they used to be. What are reasons for this? Do you think it is a positive or negative?
Many people believe that international tourism is a bad thing for their countries. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to change this negative attitude towards international tourism?
The bar chart below gives information about vehicle ownership in China. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information.
In some parts of the world people try to find out one's own family history. Why do people do this? Do you think it is a positive or negative?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being uswd to monitor what people are saying or doing. So you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Interview forms the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree?