The chart below gives information about birth and death rates in Switzerland from 1970 to 2020 according to UN statistics. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Scientists predict that cars will be driven by computers, not people in the near future. Why? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
It's considered that good health is one of basic human needs. The question of whether private healthcare has more advantages or disadvantages is a complex issue that requires careful consideration of different factors. In my perspective there are more disadvantages than advantages when medical services are run by profit-making companies.
You were hurt in a minor accident in a supermarket and you wish to make a complaint.
Write a ltter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter:
- give details about who you are
- give details about the accident
- suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents.
Some people participate in extra-curricular activities such as volunteering in charitable events or joining dance groups to gain more knowledge and experience. Others simply focus on their goals such as academic studies or work. Which do you think helps in improving a person’s knowledge and experience? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
In many Countries, the amount of crime is increasing and crimes are becoming more violent. Why do you think ithis is and what can be done about it? Give reasons for your answers and include and relevant examples from your experience.
Nowadays, instead of locally sourced produce, many supermarkets sell a variety of imported foods from all around the world. Does this advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
Some people say that parents should decide on what kind of medical care their children should receive, while others believe that this is the state’s responsibility Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people think that it’s good for a country’s culture if people watch some imported film or TV programs while some people argue that it could be better if people watch films of their own culture. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the amount of noise one makes should be strictly controlled. Others believe one should be free to make as much noise as one wishes. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
During the 20th century, contact between different parts from the world has developed rapidly thanks to air travel and telecommunication. To what extent do you agree that societies benefit from the increased contact and closer relationships with foreigners brought by international?
Society is becoming obssesd with material goods like fast cars, designer cothes and flashy jewellery. We have stopped caring about importatnt things and this is why divorce rates are so high and family bonds are not as strong anymore; our value system is disintegrating. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Context: Volunteer work is when people offer their time and effort to help others without being paid. Students often volunteer to gain valuable experience and give back to the community. Prompt: High school and university students should be required to complete a certain number of volunteer hours before graduating. Do you agree or disagree? Write a persuasive essay, choosing one side, agreeing or disagreeing, in around 400 words.
Nowadays the use of online books is on the rise and conventional books is on decline. Do you agree or disagree
The table shows the number of people (millions) that remain undernourished around the world from 2000 to 2009. The chart displays the global price of two food grains over the same period. Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
People doing dangerous sports like bungee jumping and scuba diving should be responsible for their own life and rescue workers should not risk their live people. Do you agree or disagree?
IELTS Writing Tsk 2 In poor families, teenagers may have to work part-time as well as study. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this for these teenagers. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
•The television is good for you. •Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of watching television. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The food travels thousand of miles from farm to consumer. Some people think it would be better to our environment and economy if people only ate locally produced food. What extent does the advantage outweigh its disadvantage?
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons whererelevant.
Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behaviour. Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural differences. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that the difference between the lowest paid jobs and the highest paid jobs should be reduced. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
In the past people liked to store knowledge in books. However, in the present, we prefer to store knowledge on the internet. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The pie chart provides a breakdown by type of transport and car in Edmonton with the table chart indicating whether the reason for using the car in city. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some countries pay extremely high salaries to people. Some people believe that the country must not do that and make a limit for the salaries. Do you agree or disagree?
The table shows the number and percentage of people at a Canadian university who have taken online courses. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Never taken an online course Taken 1 online course Taken 2 online courses Taken 3 online courses Taken 4 or more online courses Aged under 25 Number 79 160 256 Percent 10 20 Aged over 25 Number 180 Percent 41 172 130 32 22 16 90 90 45 31 21 21 10 7
The key to reducing crime is to have more police patrolling the street. How far do you support this proposal? What other ways of reducing crime may be effective?
Nowadays companies and other organizations are requiring their employees to wear a uniform. Think about jobs where uniform is important. What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing a uniform? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some feel that school uniforms make schools safer for students, create a “level playing field” that reduces socio economic disparities and encourage children to focus on their studies rather that their clothes. Others say school uniforms infringe upon students’ rights to express their individuality, have no positive effect on behavior and academics achievement. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
Education for young people is important in many countries. However, some people think that the government should spend more money on education for the adult population who cannot read and write. Doyou agree or disagree?
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
explain when you stayed at the hotel
describe the problems you experienced
say what you would like the manager to do
The charts below give information about the world’s top three producers of four different dairy products (milk, cheese, butter, milk powder) in 2012.
In many countries, people are now living longer than even before.Some people say an aging population creates problems for government.Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people.To what effect do the advantage of having an aging population outweigh the disadvantages?
An English-speaking friend wants to spend two weeks holiday in your region and has written asking for information and advice. You have to write a letter. In your letter,
* offer to find somewhere for your friend to stay.
* give advice as what to do and see in the area. * give information about what clothes to bring.
Robots and artificial intelligence are being developed to repace human in the workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society?
Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree?
In recent years, air pollution has become a noticeable issue in many cities worldwide. This rise in pollution levels is often linked to the increasing number of vehicles on the roads, among other factors. Discuss the causes of urban air pollution and suggest possible solutions.
keeping animals in capitivity such as zoos has been popular, even now that they have evolved into ‘animal park ‘ or similar facilities. do you think the adventages outweigh disadvantages ?
the chart shows the division of household tasks by gender in great Britain summarise the information by selectiong and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie charts show the electricity generated in Germany and France from all sources and renewable in the year 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that technological development has made life complex. The only possible solution it not to use technology to live a simpler life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The two maps below show road access to a city hospital in 2007 and in 2010. Summarise th einformation by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her.
Write a letter to Chris´s parents. In your letter
- say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
- explain why you won´t be able to attend the party
- give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time.
some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. discuss both viewers and give your own opinion.
The table below describes the number of people (in million) who went for international travel in 1990, 1995, 2000 and 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
We are becoming increasingly dependent on computers- based on technology. How do you think it will change in the future? Is it good for us to rely so much on computers?
Some people believe more actions can be taken to prevent crime, while others think that little can be done. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion
Some people think we can use animals in the medical experiment for the benefits of humans, while others think this is a cruel thing, thus needing to be prohibited. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that it is important for children to learn lessons outside the classroom by visiting public buildings. In what extend do you agree or disagree?
You are travelling next month to stay with a family you do not know as part of a language training course. Write a letter to the family to introduce yourself. In your letter, Say when and how you will be arriving, Tell the family a little about yourself -Ask about the type of food that the family eats.