With divorce rates and family breakdowns increasing globally, it is generally accepted that families today are not as close as they used to be. Discuss the causes of this problem and offer some possible solutions to it.
The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in towns and cities closing. Do you agree or disgree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowlwdge or experience
Nowadays, families are not as close as in the past and a lot of people have become used to this. Why is this happening? Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the drawbacks? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
These days, many people are copying famous celebrities from TV and magazines. Why is this happening? Do you think it is a good idea to copy celebrities?
the table show informarion and prediction regarding the change in percentage of the population aged 65 and more in three countries
In some countries, there have been schemes to encourage older professional people to retrain as school teachers. Do you feel that this is likely to have beneficial effects on education? Support your point of view with reasons and/or examples from your own experience.
The charts show the sources of electricity produced in 4 countries between 2003 and 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Tourism is becoming a good source of revenue for many conutries. Discuss the advantages and the disadvantages of developing this industry.
Art is a skill and a talent and so it should not be taught at universities. How much do you agree or disagree with this point of view?
Some people say that universities should be concern with educating people so that they will have wide general knowledge and be able to consider important matters from and informed view point. Other people say that universities should make or train students to do the jobs required by the society, and not concern themselves with broader issues. What do you think?
The graph below compares the percentage of time Australian mothers and fathers spent helping their children with four activities in 2013.
The bar chart illustrates the estimated amount of oil produced in 6 countries between 1990 and 2010, measured in millions of barrels per day.
In some countries, private cars are now banned from certain city centres. What are the advantages of such a system and do you feel that this is something that most cities should adopt?
The bar chart below shows the number of houses built per year in two cities, Derby and Nottingham, Between 2000 and 2009. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
Essay topics Somepeople say that tourism has many negative effects on the countries that people travel to.How true is this statement? What can tourists do to reduce the harmful effects of tourism on local cultures and environments?Give reasons for your answer and incl
In many countries, men and women both work full-time jobs and it is logical that they should share household tasks equally. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that robots will play an important in future societies, while others are that robots might have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think it would be better for children to grow up in rural areas, while others think cities are the better environment for children. Discuss both and give your own opinion.
n some countries, secondary school aims to provide a general education across a range of subjects. In others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. Which do you think is appropriate in today’s world?
In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices, and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, howerver , say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
The table illustrates the proportion of the monthly household income of five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing, and entertainment Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. The proportion of household income five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing, and entertainment
In many cities, problems related to overpopulation are becoming more common. Some governments are now encouraging business and individuals to move out of cities to rural areas. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Some cities, public parks and open spaces are changed to the garden for local people to gow their own fruit and vegetables.Do you think it benefits move then disadvantages?
Nowdays many people travel to foreign countries for pleasure . Some belive this travel has a negative impact on the countries travelled to . To what extent do you agree or disagree
It is observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study science as a subject. What are the causes? And what will be the effects on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
The bar chart below shows the number of hours each teacherspent teaching in different schools in four different countries in 2001.
A college asked its graduates to give a speech to current students about their professional carrers and future opportunities you would like to participate write a letter and say.
what you want to talk about
why you think students will be interested in it
suggest a suitable date and time for your speech
Directors of large organizations earn much higher salaries than ordinary employees do. Some people think it is necessary, but others are of the opinion that it is unfair. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
Some people believe that working from home is beneficial for employees and companies, while others think it has more disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The graphs below show the percentage of men and women aged 60-64 who were employed in four countries in 1970 and 2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevent
Advertisements have great influence in determining what we buy. Some people think that there should be laws to control advertising while others argue that companies should be free to advertise however they want. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
More and more women are now going out to work and some women are now the major salary earner in the family. What are the causes of this, and what effect is this having on families and society?
Cricket has become more popular than the national sports in the sub continental countries. What do you think are the reasons behind this?
Nowadays the way modern society is developing is being shaped by people’s migration to large cities. In what ways is migration to large cities affecting society? Is this a positive or negative development?
Individuals can do nothing to improve the environment; only governments and large companies can make a difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree?( how much do agree or desagre )
Team activities can teach more skills for life than those activities ,which are played alone .To what exteny do you agree or disagree .
Some people argue that all experimentation on animals is bad and should be outlawed. However, others believe that important scientific discoveries can be made from animal experiments. Can experimentation on animals be justified? Are there any alternatives? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Rich countries often give money to poorer countries, but it does not solve poverty. Therefore, developed countries should give other types of help to the poor countries rather than financial aid. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the last few decades, an increasing number of animal species have become endangered or have died out completely. It appears likely that this situation will continue. What do you think are the causes of this problem and what measures could be taken to prevent it?
Some people think that parents should read stories to their children while others argue that this is no longer necessary as we have modern technology such as television and films. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Developing countries should be encouraged to implement high tariffs to grow their local industries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it is a waste of money for countries to host big sporting events like the world cup, and that the money would be better spent on other things. However, others think that hosting large sporting events has a clear, positive impact on a coutry. Discuss both views
Some people think that having a retirement age ( e.g 65 years ) for everybody ,regardless of occupation is unfair .They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earliest age . Do you agree or disagree? Which type or workers do you think should benefits from early retirements.
In some countries, small central shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
The graph below gives information about the preferred leisure activities of Australian children. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown leisure activities of Australian children
In recent years a large number of highly professionals like doctors, engineers and IT professionals from poorer businesses are leaving their countries for developed countries for better-paying jobs. What are the possible problems of this and what solutions can you suggest to deal with this issue?
2.In many developing countries, there is a problem with declining quality of air and water from both industry and construction. What measure could be taken to prevent this?
Many people say that we now live in ‘consumer societies’ where money and possessions are given too much importance. Others believe that consumer culture has played a vital role in improving our lives. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do yo agree or disagree with this opinion?