In many countries today, Crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TA shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requriement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now `one big traffic jam`. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
IN MANT COUNTRIES, PEOPLE ARE NOW LIVING LONGER THAN EVER BEFORE. SOME PEOPLE SAY AN AGEING POPULATION CREATES PROBLEMS 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 DISADVANTAGES?
People thought that human race is steadily improving in every area of life.in which area do you think we have made important progress nowadays? In which area do you think we still need to make progress.
More and more people suffer from health problems caused by amodern lifestyle which cannot be treated by modern medicine. Some people think that a return to traditional medicine is warranted. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A friend of your is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/she has asked for your advice about studying this subject.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
*give details of the course you took at the university
*explain why you recommend the university
*give some advice about how to apply
Human activities have had a negative impact on clients and animals around the world. Some people think that it cannot be changed, while other believes action can be taken to bring about a change. Discussed both the views and give your Opinion?
Some people believe it’s better for children to have stay-at-home mothers while others believe it’s better for mothers to work. Which do you think is better for a child, a working or a stay-at-home mother? Use ideas and information from the article to support your ideas.
some people think that exercise is the key to Good health while others feel that having a balanced diet is more important. Discuss both side and give your opinions
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowlede or experience.
Some think that ambition is a good quality. Is it important to be ambitious? Is it a positive or negative characteristic?
Some people think the qualities a person needs to become successful in today's world cannot be learned at a university or similar academic institution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Completing University education is thought by some to be the best way to get a job,on the other other people think developing skills and experience is more important.Discuss both sides and give your opinion
#Task2 (Discussion) Some people think technology has made our lives easier, while others think it has made life complicated. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attension to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people rely too much on doctors instead of taking care of their own health. They think all health problems can just by ‘fixed’ by visiting doctors. What problems could this approach to healthcare cause and how might they be solved?
Some people think that government is wasting money on the arts and this money could be better spent elswhere. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some childeren spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a posetive or a negative development?
Some people think that space exploration is a waste of resources while others think that it is essential for mankind to continue to explore the universe in wich we live. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Now a days a growing number of people are trying alternative medicines and treatment instead of visiting the usual doctor. Do you think it is a positive or negative development.
Some people belive that universities should focus on preparing students for specific careers, while others think they should provide general education. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that every human being can create art (e.g. painting), others
think only the people born with the ability can create art. Discuss both views and
give your opinion.
History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both these views and give your opinion
Around the worldit is likely that more adualts will work from home, and more children will study from home, as computer technology becomes cheaper and more accessible. Do you think this will be a positive or negative development.
some people think that the best way to run a business is within the family. What are the advantages and disadvanatages of a family run business
The average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness is decreasing. What do you think are the causes of this and suggest some remedies to solve the problem.
Governments spend a large amount of money every year on works of art. ( for example, pain things & sculptures ) Do you think this is a good or bad use of public money ?
In many countries around the world young people decide to leave their parents’ home once they finish school. They start living on their own or share a home with friends. Some people think it is a positive thing. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that planting trees in open space in cities and towns is more important than building houses. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The amount of time spent on sports and exercise should be increased in the schools in order to tackle the problem of overweight children. Do you think this is the best way to deal with the problem? What other solutions can you suggest?
Robots and artificial intelligence are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is happening? Do you think this will have a possitive or negative impact on society
ou have learned about an international job that is available within the company you currently work for and you want to apply.
Write a letter to the hiring manager. In your letter
Say why you are applying for this international position
Describe the job you are currently doing for the company
Tell him/her why you think you will be good at the job
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam
In many schools and universities, girls tend to choose arts subjects (e.g. languages) and boys choose science subjects (e.g. Physics). What do you think are the reasons? Do you think that this tendency should be changed?
Governments spend million of dollars each year on their space programs. Some people think this money would be better spent on dealing with programs on Earth. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Effective learning requires time, comfort and peace, so it is impossible to combine study and employment. Study and employment distract one from another. To what extent do you think the statements are realistic? support your opinion with examples.
Some people think that success in life comes trom hard work and determination, while others think hot there are more infortant factors such as money and appearance. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that teenagers should make their own decisions, while others think that they are not mature enough and parents should make decisions for them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
More and more people buy and use their own car. Do you think the advantages of this trend for individuals overweigh the disadvantages for environment?
In many countries, working women can take a few months of maternity leave after childbirth. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The range of technology available to people is increasing the gap between the rich and the poor. Others think it has an opposite effect. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/She has asked for your advice about studying this subject.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
give details of the course you took at the university
explain why you recommend the university
give some advise about how to apply
some people think that men and women have different qualities, there fore certain jobs are suitable for men and others for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries around the world, it is common for families to run their own business. Some people think that keeping the business within the family is the best approach whilst other believe this could lead to problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the traditional skill of writing letters will
disappear completely.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? How important do you think is letter-writing?
Some people think that competitive sports are important for a child education, others think that it has negative effects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Soem people think that Kim Jong Un would be upset if he cannot engage in rocket war while others say that it is good because there are fewer casualties. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Some people think that honesty is the best policy. Others believe that it is acceptable to lie in certain situations. What is your opinion?
Some peole think that sport teaches children how to compete, while others believe that children learn team work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.