People born today can expect to live longer than people in previous generations. What are some of the positive and negative implications of this phenomenon? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say the main environmental problem of our time is the lose of a particular species of plants and animals. Others say there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via internet without face to face. To what extent this is positive or negative? Give your views.
Some companies have uniforms for the staff which must be work at all times. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this.
In some countries, secondary schools aim to provide a general education with a range of subjects. In others, a narrow range of specific subjects is taught to focus students on their future careers. Which system is more suitable for today's world?
museums and art galleries will not be needed because people can see historical objects and works of art by using a computer. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion
Many adults do very little exercise. Some people believe that showing sporting events like Olympics and world cup will encourage adults to exercise more. Others think there are better ways to encourage adults do exercise. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Many believe that to be successful in a particular sport, having a natural ability is more important than training and hardwork. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram illustrates the basic principles of biofuel production.
Essay topics: In many developing countries, there is a problem with declining quality of air and water from both industry and construction. What measures can be taken to prevent this?
The hotel where you and your family spent the weekend did not offer the service they had promised. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter: • Introduce yourself. • Explain the problem. • State what action you would like from the hotel. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
The charts below show the percentage of water used for different purposes in six areas of the world. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Percentage of water used for different purposes in six areas of the world 10% 39% 32% 19% 53% 71% 15% 13% NORTH AMERICA 7% 9% SOUTH AMERICA 7% 5% EUROPE 12% 7% 84% AFRICA Industrial use 88% CENTRAL ASIA Agricultural use 81% SOUTH EAST ASIA Domestic use
The table below shows the sales made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday. ielts-academic-coffee-shop-sales Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The Graph Below Shows The Average Number Of Vietnamese Students Studying In France, America And Russia Between 2000 And 2015
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took
place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that
they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served
lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
• say what the participants liked about the hotel
• explain why they were unhappy about the food
• suggest what the manager should do to improve ttE food in future
Some companies have uniforms for their staffs which must be worn at all times. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this.
Some educationalists argue that non-exam, arts-based subjects, such as music, drama, art and craft, should be compulsory in the secondary curriculum. They believe that activities such as these can improve overall academic performance. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Popular events like the football World Club and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. • comics • books • radio • television • film • theatre
Parents should encourage chuldren to soend less time in studies and more time in physical activities. To what extent do you agree?
You have recently purchased a piece of furniture, but you noticed a problem when it was delivered to you. Write a letter to the store manager and say what the problem is, how it must happened in your opinion, what you suggest the manager should do to resolve the problem
Take a look at the graphics and complete the task. The charts provide information about people’s travel in one country. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that because of email and telephone, communication among people is less personal now than it used to be. Do you agree or disagree with that view? Use specific reason and example to explain to your answers.
You recently booked a flight but had a very bad experience due to several issues. Write a letter to the airline’s customer service department. In your letter:
Explain what problems you faced during your flight.
Describe how these issues affected your travel experience.
Say what you would like the airline to do as compensation.
The bar chart below show the percentage of Australian men and women in different age groups who did regular physical activity in 2010.
You have recently moved to a new country and have developed a strong interest in art and culture. You have decided to visit a local cultural center to take advantage of its facilities and classes.
Write a letter to the manager of the cultural center. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and explain briefly why you are interested in their cultural center.
Describe the types of activities you are interested in and what specifically attracts you to their center.
Request information on how to register for classes and the schedule of activities.
Several languages are in danger of extinction because they are spoken by very small numbers of people. Some people say that the government should spend public money on saving these languages, while others believe that would be a waste of money. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
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?”
Mobile phones and smart devices should be restricted and that young people should not be allowed to have them. Only people of a certain age should have permission to own them. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this proposal? What is your opinion?
In recent years, farming practice has changed to include methods such as factory farming and the use of technology to improve crops. Some people believe these developments are while others regard them as dangerous and advocate a return to more traditional farming methods. Discuss both the points of view and give your opinion.
some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes ( for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extand do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, it can be very difficult for people over the age of 50 to get good jobs, despite their experience. What do you think are the causes of this proble
The graph below shows the number of books read by men and women at Burnaby Public Library from 2011 to 2014. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie charts show the proportion of graduates with 6 different types of qualifications namely: First dagree-Art, First dagree-Science, Master- Art, Master- Science, Ph.D- Art, and Ph.D- Science who worked for the same engineering company between 1980 and 2008.
Manager asked you to do a presentation at the upcoming meeting. Write a letter including, topic of presentation, benefits of conducting a session and requirement for the conducting presentation.
Some people think that marketing helps promote products to the public. Others claim that well-trained, competent staff are the key to success. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Detailed description of crimes on newspaper and TV can have bad consequences on society, so this kind of information should be restricted on media. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people feel that entertainers (e.g. film stars, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much A. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of jobs should be highly paid?
Your sister has asked you to organize the music for her wedding at the end of next month.
Write a letter to your best friend who is a musician. In your letter
● ask your friend to perform at the wedding
● describe why he/she would be suitable for this event
● explain how your friend will be compensated if they agree.
Many people argue that in order to improve educational quality, high school students should encouraged to question and offer criticisms on their teachers. Others think this will lead to a loss of respect and discipline in the classroom. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high kevel of sugar, which causes many health problem. Sugary product should be made more expensive to encourage peopleto consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Some employers reward members of staff for their exceptional contribution to the company by giving them extra money. This practice can act as an incentive for some but may also have a negative impact on others. To what extent is this style of management effective?
Some argue that the increasing use of technology in education is beneficial for students, while others believe it can have negative consequences. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that teenagers should work part-time and earn money. This way they will learn basic lessons about work and become more disciplined. Other argue that teenagers shouldn’t sacrifice their rest and after-school activities to work. Discuss both views and give your opinion
the table below compares actual and predicted figures for populations in three different cities
To solve the growing problem of traffic and pollution in cities, governments should heavily tax private car ownership and use the revenue to make public transportation free. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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 government take to discourage from using their cars?
Celebrities make a very good living out of media attention and have chosen to live in the public spotlight. They have no right to complain when they feel the media are intruding on their privacy. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The two charts below show the proportion of qualified graduates in a particular country. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your next-door neighbour likes to listen to music late at night. Because of the loud music, you often lose sleep.
Write a letter to the building manager. In your letter
describe the situation
explain the problems it is causing you
offer at least one solution