at the present time, the poulation of some countries includes a relatively larg number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
some people say that it is better to teach language sdutens in small classes, whereas others thinks the number of people does not matter. discuss both sides and give your opinion.
While some think that the problem with education in poor countries is the lack of resources that is the real issue. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people regard eating meat as completely wrong. To what extent do you agree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, people buy a wider range of household goods (for example, a television and a rice cooker) than ever before. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
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 outweigh its advantages?
You recently visited a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, but you were unhappy with the meal and service you received. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:**
- **Describe the occasion and why you chose the restaurant.**
- **Explain the issues you encountered with the meal and the service.**
- **Suggest what you would like the manager to do to address the problem.**
Some people advocate death penalty for those who committed violent crimes. Others say that capital punishment is unacceptable in contemporary society. Describe advantages and disadvantages of death penalty and give your opinion.
Development is fast growing, more and more machines are replacing humans. Does the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?. Discuss and give vital example. Write not less than 250 words.
ome people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
The diagram below shows how the AUstralian Bureau of Meterology collects up-to-the-minute-information on the weather in order to produce reliable forecasts. write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
Some people say that that working at home is beneficial to the worker and the family while others believe that it is stressful to both the worker and the family. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You are going to visit New Zealand for an 'English and Homestay' program. You have just received details of your homestay host family.
Write your first letter to the family. In your letter
•introduce yourself
• ask the family some questions to get information that is important to you
• tell the family about your arrival date and time
The chart below gives information on the percentage of British people giving money to charity
The plans below show the layout of a university's sports centre now, and how it will look after redevelopment. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant.
An increasing number of people are choosing to have cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why are more people choosing to have operation to change the way they look? Do you think this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
A university education is the key to getting a good job. For that reason, the government should provide enough money to the universities so everyone can get a degree for free. To what extent do you agree?
You recently heard about some new jobs at a local department store. You would like to work there. Write a letter to the store manager of the department store. In your letter,
● explain how you heard about the job.
● describe the kind of job you would like to have
● give details of your experience and qualifications
Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and polution probloms. To what extend do you agree or disagree? What other measures might be effictive ?
Rising university fees and scarce employment prospects for graduates have led some people to say that universities should not teach arts subject, like philosophy and history, and only offer practical degree courses that maximise chances of employment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Out of a country’s health budget, a large proportion should be diverted from treatment to spending on health education and prevention measures. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Paying for things using mobile apps is becoming more and more common in many countries. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Students should pay the ful cost for their own study,because universities education benefits individuals rather than society.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people sa that modern technology has made shopping today easier. while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinio
Mrs Barrette, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In your letter
•Suggest how you could help her in her home
•say why you would like to do this work
•explain when you will and will not be available
Write at least 150 words
More and more serious crimes seem to be committed each year. Some think that the death penalty is the best way to deal with this problem while other people think different measures are more likely to be successful. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
Some people believe that a college or university education should be available to all students other believe that higher education should be available only to good students. Discuss both viewas and which view do you agree.
In many countries in the world, young generations start leaving their parents' homes once they finish high school. They start living on their terms or share a house with friends or colleagues. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer.
Some people say that the age of books has passed; information can be accessed via videos, computers, television, films and so forth. Other people think books and written words will still be essential for information dissemination and education. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people work for the same organization all their working life. Others think that it is better to work for different organisations. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, prefer to take risk and think that change is a positive thing. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that all students should study history as a major subject, while others feel that other subjects are important for children today. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people prefer to live in the quite of the country, others prefer hustle and bustle of the city. Which do you think is better choice, state your position and support it with specific reasons and examples.
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if the wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The chart blow shows the total distances travelled by passengers on five types f transport in th uk between 1990 and 2000.
Many people think that cooking is an important skill in life and should be taught at school. Others disagree and think it is a waste of school time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays many people havie an unhealthy diet and do not exercise regularly. What are the reasons behind this trend? How can we encourage these people to live a healthy lifestyle?
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothes and enternatinment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that is important for children to make desicions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or out of season. Some people consider it is a good trend but some oppose it. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some feel that cities should be designed to be beautiful while others feel thier funtionality is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people believe that the rapid increase in population these days is unsustainable and will eventually lead to a global crisis. Others believe that the world population increase is necessary and beneficial as it creates the growth of the world’s economy and society. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
In Britain ,when someone gets pld,they often go to live in a home with other old people where there are nurses to look after them.Sometimes the government has to pay for this care. Who do you think should pay? Give your reasons ?
Many students now work whilst they are studying in college or university. This often results in them having less time to concentrate on their education as feeling under pressure. What are some of the causes of this? What solution could you suggest?
In many societies, pollution is a subject of debate, with some arguing that it poses significant negative impacts on communities, while others suggest that it can bring benefits, particularly in terms of governmental authority. In your opinion, do the negative consequences of pollution outweigh any potential benefits? Provide reasons and examples to support your viewpoint.
It is often argued that reading non-fiction books is better than reading fiction. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Rich people 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? Comments about the task: 1.An opinion essay 2.You must say how much you agree or disagree 3.Totally agree 4.Corruption 5.Bad economic policies Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some employers reward member of staff for their exceptional contributions to the company by giving them extra money. This practice can act as an incentive for some but may also have a negative impact on others. To what extent is this style of management effective? Are there better ways of encouraging employees to work hard?
1. Over the next five years, the table shows the costs for three distinct nature initiatives in US dollars. The project's estimated cost for the first year of setup is shown in the pie chart.
Some people believe students can study from home, while some argue that they have to perform at school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The pie chart below shows the main reasons why students choose to study a particular UK University in 1987 and 2007.