ielts 8 test 1 : some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people feel that entertainers such as film stars, pop musicians or sports stars are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some people say that due to the growing number of unfit and overweight people sport should be made compulsory in all educational establishments. others claim that only voluntary decision to do sports help people to be fit, but compulsory physical education embarrasses and turns away students who don't like sport. give your opinion.
There are some problems in the changing room in your sport center. Write a letter to the sport center manager. In your letter, you should:
- Describe the problems in the changing room
- Explain why the sport center is important for you
- Suggest what the manager should do.
some university students want to learn about other subjects, discuss both the view that is important and the view that studying for a qualification should be the priority
Nowadays, some employers thought formal academic qualification are more important than life experience and personal qualities when they look for new employees. To what extent do you agree or disagre
The Education of young people is the main priority in countries around the world. some believe that educating adults who cannot read or write is essential for society and more funding should be made available for it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Mrs Barrett, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In your letter
•Suggest how you could help her in her home
• Say why you would like to do this work
• Explain when you will and will not be available
Write at least 150 words.
You do not need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mrs Barrett,
It is generally accepted that exercise is good for children and teenagers. Therefore, physical education and sport should be compulsory for all students in all schools. What do you think? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Rich countries often give financial aid to poor countries, but it does not solve the poverty. So rich countries should give other types of help to the poor countries rather than the financial aid. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Although more and more people use public transport. some city streets are still overcrowded with traffic. how can this problem be solved? what is your opinion and relevent example.
In some countries, people who are unemployed receive a sum of money each week in the form of a benefit, while some support this, other people believe that this money should not be given. Discuss both points of view and give your own point of view
Some people think that arts (such as painting and music) do not directly improve the quality of people's life, so governments should spend money on other areas. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that parents should teach their children how to be good members of society. Others however believe that school is the best place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your own opinon?
Some people believe that young people should choose the jobs they want, while others think they should be more realistic about their future careers. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Students should pay the full cot for thier own study, because university education benefits individuals rather than society. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case?Do you think this is a positive or nagative development?
Some people believe that competition in work, school, and daily life is beneficial, while others argue that cooperation should be prioritized. Both approaches come with distinct advantages and disadvantages.
Some people think that the money used to preserve historic buildings and artefacts should came from goverment funds, while others believe that private organisations and individuals should pay for this. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The role of education is to prepare children for the modern world. School should cut art and music out of the cirriculum so that children can focus on useful subjects such as information technology. To what extent do you agree?
Government should spend more money on promoting healthy lifestyles rather than treating illnesses. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the idea?
The best way that a government can reduce the traffic congestion in cities is to provide public transport free of cost to people 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that studying in a college or university is the best way for students to prepare for their future careers. Others think they should leave school as soon as possible to develop their career through work experience. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that children should start school at early very early age, but others believe that children should go to school until they are older.Disscuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that schools should concentrate on teaching students academic subjets that will be useful for their future careers. Other people say that subjects such as music and sports are also necessary. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Should children be encouraged to be competitive in sports and other activities? Or is it better to learn the benefits of co-operating with other people? Discuss both these view and give your own answer.
**There are severe social consequences to housing shortages in cities and only the government can solve these problems.** **To what extent do you agree or disagree?**
Nowadays, more people are migrating to other countries than ever before. In order to become integrated into society in their adopted countries, immigrants should abandon their old ways and adapt to local customs and codes of behavior. Do you agree or disagree?
Human activities have negative effects on the environment. Some people believe it is too late to take measures to prevent animals and plants from dying out. Others think actions should be taken to improve the situation. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
in many countries, the government likes to spend more money on the arts. Some people agree with it. However, others think government should spend more on health and education . Discuss both view and give your opinion
Usually students have to study a range of different subjects. Some people believe that learning subjects without being interested in them won’t be beneficial. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that individuals should be responsible for reducing pollution, while others believe it is the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Animal are in danger of extinction. Some people say that we should protect only those animals which are useful to humans. Do you agree or disagree with this.
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbors.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
•Describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
•Explain how this is affecting you and your neighbors
•Suggest what should be done about the problem.
Health care should not be provided for free. The health of the person is in his own hands, and they should pay for it themselves. What is your opinion?
Television is a tool that can be used to learn. Therefore, children should be encouraged to watch it regularly at home and school. To what extent do you agree?
Many famous people are treated unfairly by the media. Some believe they should be given more privacy, while others think otherwise. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, belive that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both view and give your opinion
H İn some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others believe that the government should control and limit the amount people can earn. Discuss both two views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that parents should limit their children hours of watching tv and playing computer games, but encourage to read books. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that girls should take their husband's name after marriage while others feel that they should not follow this age old tradition. What is your opinion?
One of the major problems that faces today’s governments is creating enough satisfactory housing for their increasing populations whilst still trying to protect the environment. Discuss this statement and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people think that schools should teach students how to be good parents. Others believe this is not a suitable topic for school education. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries, household waste like food packaging is increasing. What are the causes of this problem? What measures could be taken to reduce it?
you are leaving your job and would like to invite your friend as your replacement. Write a litter to your friend.
In your letter, you should:
describe the job
explain the reason you leave
tell him/her why you recommend the job to them.
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in findingout about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
some children find some subjects such as mathematics and philosophy too difficult to learn. so some people argue that those subjects should be optional rathan than compulsory. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Some people think that in order to continue improving the quality of high school education, students should be encouraged to evaluate and criticize their teachers. Others, however, believe that this would result in the loss of respect and dignity for teachers. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that more money should be spent on protecting endangeret species while others think it is a waste of valuable money. What is your opinion?
Some people say that mobile phones should not be allowed in public place. To what extent do you agree or disagree?