In todays world, private companies rather than government pay for and conduct most scientific reasearch. do you think the advantages outweight disadvantages?
Some people think that university education should be free for everyone regardless of their income. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Nowadays more and more museums and art galleries around the world are putting their material contents online. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
A magazine wants to include contribution from its readers for an article called 'the book that influenced me most".
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influences you most. In your letter,
describe what this book was about,
explain how this book influenced you,
say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
Self- practice 27/11 : Some countries achieve international sports by building specialised facilities to train top athletes, instead of providing sports facilities that everyone can use. Do you think this is positive or negative development? Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that children should start school at a very early age. Others believe that children should start school later. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the work place. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whatever the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
Many people think that university education is essential for a successful career, while others believe that experience and skills are more important. Do you agree or disagree?
A lot of places in the world relyon tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly. Describe the advantegs and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world. Do you think that benefits of tourism outweight its drawbacks?
Topic The use of social media is replacing face-to-face interaction among many people in society. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that the best way to relax is by resting or sleeping. Others say that doing exercise or playing sports is a better way to relax. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nhat 2: Some People think that the government should be responsible for crime prevention, while others believe that it is the responsibility of the individual to protect themselves. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people think that cities are the best places to live. Others prefer to live in a rural area. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that planing for the future is a waste of time because they think that focusing on the present is more important. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Angsa
Social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, are replacing face – to – face contact in this century. Do you think the advantages of this way outweigh the disadvantages?
Food travels thousands of miles from producers to consumers. Some people think that it would be better for the environment and economy if people ate only the local food produced by farmers. 🔸To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, the differences in age between parents and children are generally more significant compared to the past. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that educational success depends on good teachers. Others think that it’s depends on the attitude of the students. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some parents think that child care centres provide the best services for children of pre-school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids. Discuss both views and girve your opinion.
Some people think that arts (such as painting and music) do not improve people's life and, therefore, government should not spend money on it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Communication and Personality Some people fail in school, but end up being successful in life. Why do you think that is the case? What is the most important thing to succeed in life?
Some people think that the government should establish free libraries in each town. Others believe it is a waste of money since people can access the internet at home to obtain information. Discuss both the side and give your opinion.
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do yout think this is a positive or negative development?
In some countries, TV programmes are transmitted throughout the day and night. Some people think that 24-hour transmission has positive impact, while others believe it is negative. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Famous actors and some professional sports people command a very high salary. Some people think that this is fair because salaries should be based on people's gift and talents. Others, however, believe that person's salary should be based on their contribution to society. Discuss both views and give your opinion
some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in seprate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and grils benefit more from attending mixed schools. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Your company has recently introduced a new uniform for the staff. But you have learned that the staff members are not happy about it.
Write a letter to your manager about it. In your letter,
* explain why you think the staffs are not happy with the new uniform
* what you want the new uniform to be like
* and give some suggestions to handle the situation
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no loner pay attention to it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say History Is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's world, subfects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe citizens should be allowed to carry handguns in order to protect themthelves, while others think this can lead to many social security problems in the society. What is your opinion? Use specific rsasons to support your answer.
Fast food is a part of life in some places. Some people think that this has bad effects on lifestyles and diet. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that drug addicts should be treated like criminals and sent to jail, while others believe that they should be treated like patients and snet ot hospital. Discuss both these biews and give your own opinion.
Police in some countries like England don't carry guns. Some people don't approve of this because they think that police with guns gives them security. Others think that police carrying guns decreases crimes. What is your opinion? Give relevant examples and experiences.
Nowadays, a growing number of peaple with health problem are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usuall doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development.
Some parents offer their school-age children money for each high grade (mark) they get in school. Do you think this is a good idea? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
In today's world ,amy people own a smartphone. Do you think the advantages of owning a smartphone ouweigh the disadantages?
Some People believe that to be successful at a sport you need a natural ability and others think that hard work and practice can make you successful. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that schools are too competitive and that this has a negative impact on children. Others believe the competitive environment encourages children to achieve. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
In many countries, people like to eat a wider range of food than can be grown in their local place. Therefore, much of the food people eat today has to come from other regions. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh disadvantages.
Some people think that success in life comes trom hard work and determination, while others think hot there are more infortant factors such as money and appearance. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently went to the cinema and think that you left something that belongs to you there. Write a letter to the cinema manager. In your letter say when you were at the cinema and which film you saw describe what item you have lost and where you think you left it tell the manager what you want him/her to do
The amount of time spend on sport and exercise should be increased in schools in order to tackle the problem of outweight children. Do you think this is the best way to deal with the problem? What other solutions can you suggest?
Some people think that teachers are essential to the learning process. Others argue that students at schools and universities learn far more from other sources (such as the Internet and television) than from lessons with teachers. What are your views on this?
Some people think the newly built houses should be the same as the old houses in local areas. Others argue that local authorities should allow people to build houses in their own styles. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that people should be given the right to use fresh water as they like. Others believe governments should strictly control the use of fresh water. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that governments should spend public money on saving minority languages, Others, however, believe that would be a waste of public money. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Exposure to international media, such as films, TV and magazines, has an impact on the local culture. What do you think of these impacts? Do you think that the advantages of these impacts outweigh the disadvantages?
Some families think the best way to take care of their aging parents is to care for them at home. Others believe that it is better for their parents to live in a special home for the elderly. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will easier if there are fewer languages in the worlds. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people believe that young people should choose the jobs that they want, but other people think they should be more realistic and think more about their future. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.