Band 8
A freiend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He has asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. th your letter
- explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
- describe some possible disadvantages
- say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
There is an increasing trend around the world to have a small family rather than a large family. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of having a small family rather than a large family?
International tourism has brought enormous benefits to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its negative impacts on tourist destinations. For a tourist destination, do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages?
There are more advertisements aiming at children. Some people believe that they have negative effects on children and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Many schools today use uniforms for their students. Some people say that this is a great idea. Others meanwhile say that this is not a good idea for the students. Give the advantages and disadvantages of school uniforms.
There has been some controversy about the practise of companies in wealthy countries outsourcing labour to countries where wages are lower. What do you think are the disadvantage and advantages of this practise? Support your opinion with reasons and examples from your own knowledge and experiance
Modern forms of communication such as email and messaging have reduces the ammount of time people spend seeing their friends. This has had a negative effect on their social lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
n the past, lectures were used as a way of teaching large numbers of students, but now with the development of technology for education, many people think there is no justification for attending lectures. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
When new towns are planned, it is more important to include public parks and sports facilities than shopping centres for people to spend their free time in. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The personal information of many individuals is held by large internet companies and organisations. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Prison is the common way most countries try to solve the problem of crime. However, a more effective solution is to provide the public a better education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that capital punishment is good for a country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement ? All students should be required study art and music in secondary school . Use spesific reasons to support your reasons.
Some people believe that unpaid communities 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 extent do you agree or disagree?
Should government fund public transport so as to be free for those who are using it? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of parents choosing to self-educate their children at home rather than sending them to school. Do the advantages of home education outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus on reducing environmental pollutions and housing problems. To what extent do you agree to disagree with this statement?
The government spends much money for education. More money should be spent on free-time activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The benefits of computers in modern society far outweigh the disadvantages. What do you think? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
1. Write a 250-word essay on the following topic (vocabulary is on the page 8): Some people think that the most practical way to become a professional is to gain practical experience in this field. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
I In some cultures, children are told they can achieve anything if they work hard. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
Some people believe that arts (such as painting and music) do not improve people’s life therefore the government should not spend money on it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Learning English language in an English speaking country is easy, but not the only methodology. Do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, women are allowed to take maternity leave from their jobs during the first months after the birth of their babies. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Teenagers should have regular exams at secondary school as this will prepare them better for life after leaving school . To what extend do you agree of disagree ?
Do you agree or disagree? Reading fiction (such as novels and short stories) is more enjoyable than watching movies.
In today's globalized world, some people believe international travel is essential for personal growth. Others argue it's a luxury that has a negative impact on the environment. Discuss both these views. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks, and motorcycles are banned from the city centre. People are encouraged to use public transportation such as buses, taxis, and metro on vehicle-free days. Do the advantages of having vehicle-free days outweigh the disadvantages?
n some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.
Some peope say in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems. To what extent do you argree or disagree?
Many children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people think it is the responsibility of governments to solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Wite about the folawing topic: In the future, nobody will buy printed nowspapers or books because they will bo able to road everything they want onfine without paying. To what extent do you sgree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include arry relerant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Increasing the prices of petrol is effctive way of reducing pollution and traffic.Do you agree or disagree. what other measuredo you think might be effective.
Since Most information about culture and history can be found online, museums are no longer needed. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people have suggested that young adults should undertake a period of unpaid work helping people in their local community. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
Some people believe that entertainers are more important than scientists.Do you agree or disagree. Support with reason and example from your own expert.
The most important thing about a job is how much money you earn in that job. Do you agree or disagree?
The best way to solve the traffic and transportation problem is to encourage people to live in cities rather than suburbs and countryside. To what extent do you agree or disagree？
Some people think that qualities a person needs to become succesfull in today's world cannot be learned at university or similar academic institution. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
More and more business as well as individuals are choosing to communicate either professionally or socially using technology rather than being face-to-face.What is advantages and disadvantages of using technology for communication
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example, working for charity, improving the neighborhood, or teaching sports to the younger). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
People should be atleast 21 years old before they are allowed to drive a car. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Employers should focus on personal qualifications over qualifand experience when choosing someone for a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Some modern artist receive huge sums of money for the things they create, while other struggle to survive. Governments should take steps to resolve this unfair situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Increasing number of students are going to universirt instead of working after high school. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for younh people who do this.
*Families who send their children to private schools should not be required to pay taxes that support the state education system. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The most important aim of science should be to improve people’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience. Ainazym
some people think that social media platforms are useful for business and making new friends, while others think that such websites are harmful. discuss the advantages and disadvantages of social media.com
Many work people today work at home rather than in an office. Are there more advantages to working remotely than disadvantages?
Countries should restrict foreign companies from opening offices and factories in order to protect local business. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.