Some people think that climate change has a negative effect on businesses, while others believe it provides great opportunities for them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think news has no connection to people’s lives, so it is a waste of time to read news in the newspaper and watch news programs on television . To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some employers want their employees to be contactable for work purposes at all times. Does this attitude have more advantages than disadvantages?
Some people think that young people can learn useful skills by playing electronic and computer games. Others argue that people who play electronic and computer games are wasting their time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people are afraid to leave the house because of crime. Some believe that more can be done to prevent crimes, while others think there is little that can be done. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that studying literature is important for individual character building while others think it is a waste of time.Discuss both views and your opinion.
Some people believe that government funding for the arts (such as music, theater, and visual arts) is a waste of money and that it should be spent on more important areas like education and healthcare. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is a natural process in which animal species such as dinosaurs become extinct. There is no reason for people to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree.
Today, there are many advertisements aimed at children, such as advertisements fir toys and snacks. Some people think that advertisements aimed at children should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Too much emphasis is given or educating of the young. More government money should be spent to free time activity of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently attended a family celebration at a hotel. Although the event went well, you were not satisfied with the hotel facilities.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
say what the occasion was and when it took place
mention what you liked about the event
explain why you were unhappy with the hotel facilities
suggest how the hotel can improve its service
The most important aim of science should be to improve people’s life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement.
In some countries people encourage teenagers to find part-time jobs. Some people agree and others don’t. Review both sides and give your opinion.
Some believe that it is a better idea for people to communicate through internet while others believe that face to face education is far more important than privious one. Discuss both views and give your opinion on this topic. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
n the real test, this will take you about 40 minutes, but there is no time limit here. STEP 1 - Read the task Many people try to achieve success through their career or education. What can success mean to different people? What is your view of success? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some feel that individuals should try to assimilate completely to the country where they live while others feel it is more important to preserve their native culture. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
Learning a foreign language offers an insight into how people from other cultures think and see the world. The teaching of a foreign language should be compulsory at all primary schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Climate change is one of the biggest environmental problems of the 21st century. Some people think that humans should stop using oil, gas and coal and switch to alternative energy resources, such as wind and solar power. Others claim that fossil fuels are essential for many industries, and not using them will result in economic recession. What is your opinion? Support your point of view with relevant examples.
The pie graph below shows the electrivity production in ireland and the tables shows the primary reasons for using electricity in the same country
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legat requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
People aim to achieve balance between work and other activities of their lives, but few are able to dothis. What are the problems in trying to achieve this goal and how these problems can be overcome? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Q. some people think that enjoying the present is more important than planning for the future for both countries and individuals. TO what extent do you agree or disagree?
A museum near your house is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for voluntary/unpaid work in your letter:
oExplain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
oDescribe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
oGive details of when you would be available for work
Modern appliances in the home have become more common, leaving no doubt that advances in technology have improved our lifestyle. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
According to a recent study, the more time people use the internet, the less time they spend with real human beings. Some people say that instead of seeing the internet as a way of opening up new communication possibilities world wide, we should be concerned about the effects this having on social interactions. To what extent do you agree with this?
The government spends about 220 million a year supporting museums and galleries in the UK, and a similar amount subsidizing the visual and performing arts. This is a huge sum to spend on minority interests, and the money would be better spent on more important things. It should be up to the people who enjoy cultural attractions to pay for them. What are your views.
In some societies the number of crimes committed by teenagers is growing. Some people think that regardless of age, teenagers who commit major crimes should receive adult punishment. To what extent do you agree?
Some university students work in companies for a short period of time during their years of studies. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages in this experience?
In many countries, crime rates among young people have been rising. Why do you think this is happening? What can be done to address this issue?"
You have read a magazine article that mentioned a place you are familiar with. There was a mistake in the article. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine and say:
What the error was
Explain that you are familiar with the place
Why it is important to correct the error
Some people say that it is impossible for the human workforce to compete with artifical inteligence in the future. How true do you think this statement is?
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with is opinion. What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviours to children?
In some countries , owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people. why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negativbe situation?
Group or team activities can teach more important skill for life than those activities which are done alone.Do you agree or disagree?
Fashion has become more and more important when people choose clothes. Why is this the case? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
You have been working in a company for the last two years. Recently, your computer in the office has started giving some problems and it is affecting your work performance. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, describe the problem explain how it is affecting your work write what you want him to do regarding it You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
New household appliances have resulted in more free time for women and has enabled them to both work and run a home with dependent children. What are the advantages for a family when the mother works? Do you think advantage outweigh diadvantages?
Family members and friends caring for elderly people find it hard to spend enough time looking after them. What are the causes of this problem? What solutions can you suggest?
Nowadays, many people change jobs frequently instead of staying in the same company for a long time. What are the reasons for this trend? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In some areas of the US, a ‘curfew’ is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this?
Some people say that now is the best time in history to be living. What is your opinion about this? What other time in history would be interesting to live in? Give reasons for your answer and invlude any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs (for e.g. working for a charity improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
You are studying for a qualification, and you would like some time off work to complete it.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
● Ask for some time off to complete a qualification.
● Suggest what you will do later at work if you have time off.
● Say how the qualification helps your job or company
You live in a room in a college where you share with another student. You find it very difficult to work there because your roommate always has friends visiting. He/She has parties in the room and sometimes borrows your things without asking you.
Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college and ask for a new room next term. You would prefer a single room.
Explain your reasons.
Studies show that crime rates are lower among those with educational degrees. Therefore, the best way to reduce the crime is to educate criminals while they are still in prison. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
first impressions are important. Some people think that doing well in interviews is the key to securing a good job. To what extend do youn agree?
Some people say that the extinction of species is the main environmental problem that we are facing in modern times. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People today spend too much time on personal enjoyment-doing things they like to do-rather than doing things they should do. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
In many countries, shopping is becoming a free time activity that replaces traditional hobbies, such as reading and sport. What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?