Fashion trends are difficult to follow these days and it’s widely believed that they primarily exist just to sell clothes. Some people believe that we shouldn’t follow them and that we should dress in what we like and feel comfortable in. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people think cirties are the best place to live. Others prefer to live in the countryside. Discuss both views and give your opinion
The bar chart shows information about the favorite subjects of students from two middle schools, school A and school B. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that animals should be treated as friends. Yet, others only consider animals as sources of food and clothing. What is your opinion?
Some people consider price as the most important thing to think about when buying products (such as cell phone) or service (e.g. medical treatment). Do you agree or disagree?
Many people support the development of agriculture, such as factory farming and creation of new fruits and vegetables. Others oppose this idea. Present both views.
Pop music is extremely popular around the world. Why do you think this genre of music is so popular worldwide? Discuss your thoughts and give details and examples to support your opinion.
Some people think that to solve traffic and transportation problems, people should live in cities, instead of the countryside. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts illustrate the online sales for Canadian retailers in 2005 and 2010. Overall, both electronic appliances and foods were the most purchased via the Internet. During the year 2005, the most sold product was electronic appliances with 35% whilst the second most purchased via online shopping was home furnishings with 22% from all the vending. Comes after food and beverage and video games with the former taking 22% of the global online market and the latter representing the smallest proportion at 18% Nonetheless, the trend has changed 5 years after in 2010. Indeed, Electronic goods still represented an important part of the total sales with 30%, but weren’t the first product to be sold. Food and beverage took the lead with a proportion of 32% of the total sales. In addition, video games came in the 3rd position representing 23% of online purchases in Canada whilst home furniture became the last position of online bargains with 15%. In general, electronics have always represented an important part of the online market in Canada.
Throughout history, people have dreamed of living in a perfect society, but they have not agreed on what an ideal society would be like. What do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world? How can people work towards achieving an ideal society?
The personal information of many individuals is held by large internet companies and organizations. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that resources should be spent on protecting wild animals, while others think those would be better used for the human population. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Many people are working at home rather than in the workplace. Some people believe this will bring benefits to the workers and their families, but others suggest it will cause stress in the home. Discuss both side and your opinion.
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others velieve they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The arts,including arts, music and theater are considered to be important in society. Do you think the arts still have a place amongst our modern lifestyles? Should the arts be included in the school curriculum?
It Is Neither Possible Nor Useful For A Country To Provide Univesity Places For A High Proportion Of Young People . To What Extent Do You Agree Or Disagree?
Many agricultural lands are being converted into commercial centres. How does this affect the environment and the people’s life style? Discuss this situation and provide suggestions to address these issues. Support your answer with specific reasons and examples.
Some people think that it would be better for large companies and industry to move to regional areas outside large urban centres. Do you think the advantages of this proposition outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that mobile phones are harmful for children, while others disagree. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be diverless.The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
In some place, old age is valued, while in other cultures youth is considered more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishment for each crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on punishment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Mordern technology has made it easier for individuals to download copyrighted music and books from the internet for no charge. To what extent is this a positive or a negative development?
Some people think that consumerism can boost the economy and create business and jobs. Others consider that society becomes a ‘throw-away society’ producing unnecessary waste. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade*-labelled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Sales of Fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas (1999 & 2004) Coffee UK Switzerland Denmark Belgium Sweden 1999 (millions of euros) 1.5 3 1.8 1 0.8 2004 (millions of euros) 20 6 2 1.7 1 Bananas Switzerland UK Belgium Sweden Denmark 1999 (millions of euros) 15 1 0.6 1.8 2 2004 (millions of euros) 47 5.5 4 1 0.9 * Fairtrade: a category of products for which farmers from developing countries have been paid an officially agreed fair price.
Subjects such as arts sports and music are being dropped from the school curriculam for subjects such as information technology many prople childern suffer as a result of there changes. To what extent would you support or rejects the idea of moving these subjecs from school curriculam?
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town
centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don't fully
agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper.In your letter
• say which points in the article you agree with
• explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
.offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Some people think that it is the duty of citizen keep their living place clean and tidy. Other people believe that government should take the responsibility to make the area clean. Discuss both, give your own opinion.
Some people believe that culture will be ruined if it is used to earn tourism revenue, but others consider that tourism is the only way of protecting a culture. Discuss both sides and give your opinions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table below provides data on average weekly study hours of university students by department.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Question: You recently received letter from a friend asking for your advice on go to college or try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job.Write a letter to this friend.In your letter:
°Say why she will not enjoy going to college
°Explain why getting a job is a good idea
°Suggest the type of job that would be suitable.
Eating too much sugar is harmful for our health. Some people think it is government responsibility to limit people's sugar consumption, while others think it is an individual's responsibility to limit the amount of suger they eat. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some parents think that childcare centres provide the best services for children of preschool age. other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids. Discuss both views and give ur opinion
In the mail, you received an advertisement about the opening of a new department store. The advertisement said that they have many items at special low prices. However, when you went to the store, you could not find the items. Write an email to the department store manager in about 150–200 words. Your email should do the following things: Explain why you went to the opening. Complain about the store not having the items they advertised. Describe how you would like the store to fix the problem.
The chart below shows the expenditure on three categories among different age groups of residents in the UK in 2004. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many families move to different countries. Some people think children can benefits from this, while other consider it is hard for children if families move to a foreign country. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Options vary on whether students should take a gap year before going into higher education. Discuss the possible advantages and disadvantages of taking a year out. Do you believe that taking a gap year is a good idea?
The mass media, including television, radio and newspapers, have a great influence in shaping people’s idea. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.
Some people think that social networking sites have a hug negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree and disagree?
Some people feel that it is better to live in the city while others believe that countryside life is better. Discuss both views.
The charts illustrate the proportion of population trends in Scotland in three different stages from 1940 to 2020. Overall,the ratio of birth and population growth is considered as a decreasing but it is vice versa for mortality.
Traveling in groups with a tour guide is the best way to travel. Do you agree or disagree with this statement give a reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience?
The world of work is rapidly changing and employees cannot depend on having the same work or the same work conditions for life. Discuss the possible causes and suggest ways to prepare for people to work in the future.
Some people believe that success is earning money. Others believe that success is defined by personal happiness. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
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
You live in a small city. A local internet service provider is planning to launch 5G technology in your area. Company is conducting a survey to know public opinion. Write an email to the person in charge and your email should do the following things Option A: Company should launch 5G for better communication Service. Option B: Introduction of 5G means more expensive internet services.
Write a letter to your friend who is interested in learning how to drive.
In your letter
● say why a driving license is advantageous
● recommend a driving school
● give any extra guidance or tips
Some people believe that housing is a basic human right for all individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie chart shows worldwide mobile phone sales for five brands (Sony, Motorola, Nokia, Samsung and other) in percentages in 2005, whereas
The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. IELTS Cambridge 14 Pie Charts