Some people think that spending a lot on holding wedding parties, birthday parties and other celebrations is just a waste of money. Otherhowever, think that there are necessary for individuals and the society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The planet’s population is reaching unsustainable levels , and people are facing shortage of resources like water, food and fuel. To what consequences may overpopulation lead? In your opinion, what measures can be taken to fight overpopulation?
Watching television is bad for children. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Use your own knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
IN THE PAST, LECTURES WERE USED AS A WAY OF TEACHING LARGE NUMBERS OF STUDENTS, BUT NOW WITH THE DEVELPEMNT OF TECHNOLOGY FOR EDUCATION, MANY PEOPLE THINK THERE IS NO JUSTIFICATION FOR ATTENDING LECTURES. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE?
Creative artists should be given freedom to express their ideas through worlds, films, music and pictures. Some people nevertheless think that government should respect artists’ freedom of expression. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co- operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Others people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extenet do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
some people think that books are losing importance as a source of entertainment and information.to what extent do you agree
In some countries, birth rates are falling and experts say that by 2050, older people will be 65% more than children onder 15. What problems might this cause in the future? Can anything be done to solve this issue? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this messages?
Many people spend a lot of time and money on watching films and TV shows, either at home or in cinemas. This can have a negative impact on their health, budget, and lifestyle. What are the causes and effects of this phenomenon? How can it be prevented or reduced?
Some people think that childcare centres provide the best services for children of pre-school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better careers for their kids. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that the development of artificial intelligence will make human labors obsolete, others think that work performed by humans will always be important. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase. Write a letter to the company that you have bought the clothing from. In your letter:
Give details of the purchase
Describe the problem
Explain why you need a replacement urgently
Some people think the best way to increase road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving cars or riding motobikes. Agree or disagree?
In the future, everybody 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?
An old care left on the street near your apartment block several weeks ago. You telephoned the local Council to get them take it away, but nothing has been done about it. The car is now causing a problem for residents.
Write a letter to the council, in your letter
• Describe the car
• Outline the problems it is causing
• Tell the Council what you want them to do
With an increasing percentage of the population communicating via the internet and text messaging, face to face communication will become a thing of the past. To what extent do you agree?
**Some students work while studying. This often results in lacking time for education and constantly feeling under pressure.** **What do you think are the causes of this?** **What solutions can you suggest?
Some people believe that automation can help positively transform the economy. Others think otherwise, claiming that it may imply serious economic consequences. Dicuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the best way to improve road transport safe is to let the driver test each year. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on the problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extend do you agree or disagree.
Many think in today's world it is very difficult for people to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Others, However, feel that it is easy for people to be healthy and fit if they want to be. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people aaround the world use social media every day to keep in touch with other people and get news event. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In many countries, people have wider variety of food than can be grown in their local area.as a result, then much of the food people eat today has to come from other regions. Do you think that advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that success is the best measure of intelligence, while others think that intelligence can be measured in other ways. What is your opinion on that? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
New technologies have changed the way children spend their free time. Do you think the advantages of this trend overweigh the disadvantages?
Being a celebrity –such as a famous film star or sports personality- brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?
In many countries today parents are able to send their children to single sex school. Some people think that this have disadvantages in later life.
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Somepeople say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Otherpeople think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motoways than on public transport systems such as railways and trams. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people feel that young people face more pressures today than in previous generations. Others think that they have a much easier life than their parents did. To what extent do you agree? Give reasons and examples to support your points.
You are due to start new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems.
Write a letter to your new employeer. In your letter:
• Explain your situation
• Describe your problems
• Tell him or her when you think you can start.
In some countries ordinary citizens are allowed to keep a gun in their house. Some people think this is a good idea, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In the United Kingdom, when someone gets old they often go to live in a home with other old people where there are nurses to look after them. Sometimes the government has to pay for this care. Who do you think should pay for this care, the government or the family
The large number of private cars on the roads in many parts of the world has led to serious problems of pollution and may contribute to global warming. Some people think that governments should spend money for the development of public transportation systems in order to help solve this problem. Others think that it is better to spend money for the development of electric and other types of cars that may cause less pollution. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prisoner sentence. others think that there are better alternative ways to reduce crime. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays fashion is becoming more and more important to young people. Some people thinkthis has negative impacts on young people and on society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the government should tax unhealthy food and drinks to encourage people to eat healthier. Do the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?”
Some people think it is more important to plant more tree in open areas in towns and cities than provide more housing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think children should do extracurricular activities after school. Others think this will make them under presure. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The growing number number of over wight people is putting strain on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. TO what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that men and women have differrnt qualities, therefore certain jobs are suitable for men and others for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the past, lecturers were used as a way of teaching large numbers of students, but now with the development of technology for education, many people think there is no justification for attending lectures. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
A lot of people who wanted to become professional athlete gave up this idea because of the fear of failure and parents’ pressure. Do you think that parents should support their children who want to do a career in sports?
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some w ay Why is this? do you think it is a positive or a negative development?
some believe that old buildings should be protected by law. Others, however, thinks that they should be replaced by new buildings. Discuss both views and give your opinions
The children now tend to ignore their social responsibility compared to the past children. Some people think of this as a positive change, however, others think of it as a negative thing. What do you think about this change?
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passangers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
In the past, people stored knowledge in the book. Nowadays, people store knowledge on the internet. Do you think advantages outweigh disadvantages?