If a person is found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol while driving, they should be banned from driving for life, whether they were involved in an accident or not. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people join distance-learning programs (study material, post, TV, Internet) and study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the same benefit as attending colleges or universities does. Discuss both side of view and give your opinion.
In 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 fir young people who decide to do this.
Some people think that the government should spend more money on sport facilities for top athletes. Others argue that this money should be spent on sports facilities for ordinary people. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Many people prefer to watch foreign films rather than locally produced films. Why this could be? Should government give more financial support to local film industries?
In many nations, people in huge cities either live alone or in small family units, in stead of in large, extended family group. Is is a positive or negative trend.
Many major cities around the world have become too expensive for lower-income people to reside in. What problems does this cause, and how can they be solved? Zh M
Parents are the people who live with us for long time. In your opinion, what are the qualities of good parents?
These days huge portions of population are moving from rural areas to urban areas.Do you think it is a positive or negative trend?
Some people prefer to live in rented homes rather than purchasing their own homes. Do you think advantages of living in rented house outweigh the disadvantages?
Research into new types of medicines and treatments are essential for improving health and dealing with diseases. Who do you think should fund these researches: private companies, individuals or governments?
Some believe that protecting the environment is the responsibility of individuals, while others think that governments and large companies should take the lead. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
in many countries the proportion of older people is steadily increasing. what problems will this cause for individuals and society suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of ageing population
Some people think that all school students should learn a foreign language.Others,however,think that a student should be required to learn a foreign language if he or she does not have talent for it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries children are engaged in some kinf of paid work. Some people regard this a completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries today, people in cities either rather than in large, extended family groups. Is this a positive or negative trend?
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfacotry job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that to reduce the amount of time, people spend commuting (traveling to work), parks and gardens close to the city centers should be replaced by apartment buildings for commuters to live in. However, others disagree with this. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things we really do not need. Others say that advertisement tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problems does this cause? What solutions can you suggest to deal with this situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that outdoor activities are more beneficial for children’s development than playing computer games. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The government should make laws about people's nutrition and food choice. Others argue that would be their choice. Discuss both views and give your opinion
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. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion.
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is more important to some people. Why might be this case? Do you think it is a positive or negative situartion?
Human activities have negative effects on ant and animal species. Some people think that it is too late to do anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, people expect the automation in business will rapidly take over jobs from people. Why do people think this? Is this a positive or negative development?
The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
a road near your home is damaged. write a lettere your town to compain about it
. tell them who are and where you live
. explain the nature of your complaint
. say what you would like them
Environmental problems are becoming a global issue. Environmental problems are counter-challenging the quality of life people enjoy in modern advanced societies. Do you think that environmental problems will produce better results if it is addressed globally or it should be addressed by individual countries?
Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others 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, in your opinion, should be the main fuction of a university?
Computers are becoming an integral part of education system. Some people believe it might lead to positive outcome while others think otherwise. What are the advantages and disadvantages.
The graph below shows the number of international graduates from UK universities in 2000 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Balnur
Some people argue that government should spend on their money elderly people care. However, other people say that government should focus more education for young people. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe it is easier to have healthy lifestyles in the countryside. Others believe that there are benefits of living in cities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by fast food. This has a negative impact on families, individuals and societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have seen an advertisement for a weekend course to study a foreign language. Write a letter to the institution offering the course.
In your letter:
ask for details of the course
ask if the course teachers are qualified native speakers
Some museums charge for entrance while others are free. Discuss the reasons for both approaches and give your own opinion
Many people believe that social networking sites (such as facebook)have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society?To what extent do you agree? In the current world, The usage of technology is constantly on the rise.
Mrs Barrett, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In you letter
- suggest how you could help her in her home
- say why you would like to do her home
- explain when you will and will not be available
Stress is now a major problem in modern society. What are the causes of stress in people’s life nowadays? What should people do to reduce it? Write an essay to give your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
News stories on TV and in newspapers are very often accompanied by pictures. Some people say that these pictures are more effective than words. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
While some people consider global warming to be more pressing environmental problem which we have at the moment, others believe that deforestation has more devastating impacts on our worlds. Discuss both views and give your opinion
people aim to achieve a banace between their work and lives, but few people achieve it, what are the causes of the problem? how to overcome it.
In some countries, older people are choosing to live in retirement communities with other older people rather than living with their adult children. Is it a positive or negative development?
The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. Make comparisons where relevant.
Chart illustrates the proportion of the UK population to eat fruit and vegetables five times per day from 2001 to 2008.
The chart below gives information of employed people between 2010 and 2020
Many aspectof the way people dress today are influenced by global fasion trends. how has global fashion become such a strong influence on people;s lives? do you think this is a positive or negative development?
More and more students are studying at universities abroad. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad. Support your arguments with reasons and or examples from your own experience and observations.
Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for lesuire activities. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?