Gone are the days when children dreamed of becoming doctors and nurses – today’s children want to become YouTubers or vloggers. According to a survey of 1,000 children aged six to 17, more than three quarters of them say they’d consider a career in online videos. (Adapted from https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4532266/75-cent-children-want-…) It is dangerous for kids to aspire to become a YouTube sensation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It has been noted that many people who had a big impact on the world gave themselves completely to their work and did not bother with the idea of “work-life balance”. To what extent should people try to have a good work-life balance? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
ome people consider price as most important thing to think about when buying product (suld as cell phone) or service (e.g. medical treatment). Do you agree or disagree?
Newspapers play a significant role in shaping public opinions and beliefs. Do you consider this to be a positive or negative development? Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both side and give your opinion.
Nowadays animal experiments are widely used to develop new medicines and to test the safety of other products. Some people argue that these experiements should be banned because it is morally wrong to cause animals to suffer, while others are in favour of them because of their benefits to humanity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many office authorities impose restriction on smoking within the offices premises. Some governments have even banned smoking in all public places. This is a good idea but it takes away some of our freedom. What are your opinions on this?
Artists need a certain amount of freedom to develop their ceativity. some people think that artists should have total freedom to any thoughts and ideas. To what extent, do you agree or disagree
The table below shows the results of a survey of first-year students taking various courses at a particular university. It shows how many of the students considered various aspects of their course 'very good'. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main points and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries, the widespread internet gives freedom for study and work at home instead of traveling to work and college. To what extent the advantages outweigh the disagvantages.
Some people feel that the exploration of space justifies a large amount of government and private investment. Other people think that this field is of increasingly low relevance and should not be priority. Devate both sides of this discussion, and explain your own view. How important is it for us to explore space at the moment?
Some people like to spend their leisure time after work with their coworkers while others like to keep their private life separate from work. Discuss both sides.
Demand for food is increasing world wide. What is the causes of this? What measures can the international community take to meet this demand?
The pie chart shows how people in Edmonton use four different types of transport and the table provided information on five different reasons for using the car.
The use of phones,tablets, and other devices while walking in public places has been a concern for many commentators. What hazards can arise if people are guided by such devices when walking down the street? How could these problems can be solved?
The funds for postgraduate research are limited; therefore some people think that the government should provide financial support. In their opinion, only scientific research should be funded, rather than other less useful subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Completing universit education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people say that individuals who make a lot of money are the most successful. Others think that those who contribute to society like scientists and teachers are more successful. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people think studying in groups is better, while some think self study is better for school students. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
In the past, when students didi a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? You shouls use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence
The graph and tabel below give information about water use worldwide
Some people think that cultural traditions may be destroyed when they are used as money making attractions aimed at tourist.Others believe it is only way to save tradition.Discuss both sides and give your opinion
People produce more garbage than in the past. Explain how it is affecting us and the measures that could be taken to address the situation. Provide specific examples and explanation to support your answer.
Nowodoys, monY fomilies hove both porents working. Some working porents believe, olher fomily rnembers like grondporenfs con foke core of their children, while olhers think childcore centers provide lhe besl core. Discuss bolh views ond give Yout owtn opinion.
Many people believe that using animals for entertainment, such as in circuses and zoos, is unethical. Others argue that these activities provide important educational opportunities for people. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Some people say that the internet provides people with a lot of valuable information. Others think access to so much information creates problems. Which view do you agree with?
Your local newspaper had an advertisement asking people to help with environment projects in
your area. Write a letter to the project manager to offer your help.
In your letter:
describe a local environmental issue in your area
explain how you can help
suggest how the problem could be avoided in future.
In many countries, young adults are engaged in some kinds of work. Some people regard this as completely wrong. Others consider it as a valuable experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. Discuss both views
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discus both sides and give your opinion.
The bar chart below describes some changes in the percentage of people who were born in Australia and who were born outside Australia living in urban, rural, and towns between 1995 and 2010.
In the futre all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advatantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadv antages?
The bar chart below shows current health expenditure totals as percentages of GDP* for various European countries for the years 2002, 2007 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should * GDP (Gross Domestic Product) is the total value of goods that are made and services that are provided in a country. European Health Expenditure as Percentage of Gross Domestic Product, 2002, 2007 and 2012
People have different views on how to reduce traffic congestion. Some think that governments should build more train and subway lines, while others think that building more roads and widening existing roads will reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people today are worried about "cybercrime" such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does "cybercrime" cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and business to take?
The chart on the left shows the percentage of British adults drinking more than the recommended guidelines on at least one day in the week in 2004. The graph on the right shows the average alcohol consumption of children in England aged 11-15 who drank in the last week (1990-2004).
it is often said that sharing most of the data in diverse fields is a great idea. However, the issue is not entirely straightforward, and arguments can also be made against the idea. This essay will discuss the debate and give a concluding view.
More and more people are leaving countryside to live in cities. Do more advantages or disadvantages of this development for environment
n many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
You recently stayed at a hotel during your vacation. However, you were not satisfied with some of the services provided.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
•explain why you chose to stay at the hotel
•describe the problems you faced during your stay
•say what you would like the manager to do about it
Some people consider computers to be more of a hindrance than a help. Others believe that they have greatly increased human potentials. What is your opinion?
some people believe that it is the government's resposibility to provide care and finance to support people after they retire, Others, however, think that individuals themselves should save money in their own when they are old. discuss both views and give your opinion.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children’s sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company.
In your letter,
•describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team
•summarize the benefits of paying for the concerts
•say how you think the company should spend the money
Some people think that governments should provide assistance for artists of all kinds. Others think this wastes money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In the future all cars, buses, and train will be driverless. The only people travelling inside the vehicle will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicle outweigh the disadvantages?
Some says history has nothing to offer others believe study of past help us to understand the present. Discuss both side and give your opinion.
some parents are worried about the increasing level of violence in TV, videos games & other types of entertainment for children's leisure. How does this affect children? How do you think problem can be tackled?
Some people believe that children’s time outside of school should be filled with scheduled activities such as art and music classes and sports. Others feel that children need free time to play and relax Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
some people say government should provide transportation for children who go to school, but some say that it is the responsibilities of parents? discuss both views and give your own views.
Some people suggest that regular driving tests should be taken by people, to reduce the number of accidents, throughout their lives rather than one single test. What do you think are the advantages of repeat driving tests? Do these outweigh the disadvantages?
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities so the the population in the countriside is decreasing. Do you think it is positive or negative development?