Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that any cities in the world are now "one big traffic" How true do you think this statement is? What measures can government take to discourage people from using their cars.
Some people say parent should encourage their children to participate in team activities in the free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss and give your opinion.
In many countries today, people in cities either rather than in large, extended family groups. Is this a positive or negative trend?
You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the managef of the nearest private sports club. In your letter
● introduce yourself
● say why you are interested in
this sports club
● ask some questions about the
club e.g. facilities, members,
costs
Nowadays more and more people are becoming obese and less involved in sporting activities. What do you think are the causes and possible effects of this problem?
Some реорlе think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of а university should Ье to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to аn employer. What, in your opinion, should Ье the main function of а university?
The shortage of housing in big cities can cause severe consequences. Only government action can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadys celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their achivements and this sets a bad example to young people. To what extent do you agree or disgree with this statement?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets, many small local businesses are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local businesses will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the amount of time that people in two age group speny on different activities in the US. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
rising university fees and scare employment prospects for graduates have led some people to say that universities should not teach arts subjects, like philosophy and history, and only offer practical degree courses that maximize chance of employment. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that the only way to get success is to go to universities while others think that it depends on other factors. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Q: UNIVERSITIES SHOULD ACCEPT EQUAL NUMBERS OF MALE AND FEMALE STUDENTS IN EVERY SUBJECT . TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE ?
not all students enjoy school sports lessons.Should older teenagers have the option of doing volunteer work in their local communities instead? what is your opinion?
Today many buildings such as offices and schools have an open-plan design (no walls between areas for different activities) instead of separate rooms. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The graph below shows the quantities of goods transported in the UK between 1974 and 2002 by four different modes of transportation.
many people believe that the increasing number of cars in cities is immense pollution and waste. Others think that industries are the ones causing pollution. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that universities should provide graduate with the knowledge and the skills needed in the workplace. Other think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What is your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
some people do physical activities to relax, where others do mental activities. discuss both the view and give your opinion.
Many university students live with their families, while others live away from home because their universities are in different places. What are the advantages and disadvantages both situations.
In many countries, the quality of life in the large cities is worsening. What possibly can cause this problem? What measures can be taken to resolve it
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
too much emphasis is placed on education. more government money should be spent on providing free-time activities.To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The importance of academic subjects as compared to exrracurricular activities is increasing every day.Some people suggest that sports calsses should be sacrificed in high school so students can cincentrate on academic demic subjects. Do you agree or disagree?
You would like a temporary job working in a summer camp which runs sport and outdoor activities for children and young people next summer.
Write a letter to the organisers of the summer camp. In your letter:
• Explain what sort of job you would like to do.
• Describe your personality.
• Say what experience and skills you have.
In many cities today, most people live in large apartment blocks. Does this rule of accommodation have some advantages or disadvantages?
Universities should allocate the same amount of money to students’ sports activities as they allocate to their libraries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some cities public parks and open space are being changed into gardens where local residents can grow their own fruits and vegetables. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.
Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter
•tell them when you will be arriving and leaving
• explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost
• ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel
Some feel that cities should be designed to be beautiful while others feel that the cities’ functionality is more important. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people think the government funding should not be used for supporting art and culture, while others think supporting cultural activities may be beneficial for the population and the culture. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that when deciding how taxes should be spent, governments should prioritise health care. Other people believe that there are more important priorities for taxpayers' money. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
The charts show how often people in three age groups did various different evening activities in 1980 and 2010
Some people think that living in big cities is bad for people’s health. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and give any relevant example or experience you have to support your answer.
students at school and universities learn far more from lessons with teachers than from other sources( such as internet and television). to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think it is better for children to grow up in the countryside, while others believe that cities offer more benefits. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell how you feel.
Write a letter to the singer. In your letter:
say how you feel about his/her performance
give details of your music-related activities
explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related activities
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ..................,
you have 20 minutes to complete the task
The graph below shows information about the activities that Boy and Girl enjoy doing the most in VN.
Some people believe that universities should only offer courses that are directly related to employment opportunities. Others argue that the purpose of a university education is broader than job training. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that children’s leisure activities should always be educational. Others think that it puts too much pressure on children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that universities should only accept the young people with high marks. However, others think that universities should accept people of all ages that may not do well in school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. [EDUCATION]
Some people say that universities should only accept the young students with the highest marks. However, others think that universities should accept people of all ages that may not do well at school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many cities, there is a lack of land that could be used for housing. As population levels in these areas increase, would it be better to use land for parks or for housing? Do you agree or disagree?
Some poeple say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organized group activities in thie free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on thier own. ' Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Parents should encourage their child to spend less time in studying in more time in doing physical activities.to what extent do u agree or disagree.
Some people believe that universities should only accept students with high marks. Others think that students of all ages and ability levels should be able to attend. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 00.10
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railways line for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
The graph shows the percent of academic facilities in 2012 between male and female.
In some large cities, people have to pay a fee when they drive their cars into the city centre, in a policy to reduce the number of cars in the city. Give reasons in support of and opposing this policy, and give your own opinion.