Discipline is an ever increasing problem in modern school. Some people think that discipline should be the responsibility of teachers, while others think that this is the role of parents. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Helping each other, exchanging services with neighbors, has always existed. Today, with the Internet, mutual aid networks are developing in neighborhoods to offer various local services (large or small DIY, babysitting, cleaning, walking or pet-sitting, moving, lending objects: e.g. tools, kitchen appliances, etc.) What do you think of this exchange system? Would you be willing to ask or provide a service to strangers living in your neighborhood via the Internet?
Some people believe that engaging in an active pastime does more to develop children's life skills than time spent reading. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Many young people are motivated and successful at high school. Many others, however, lack motivation and see high school as irrelevant to their interests and needs. Why is this? What could be done to help all students succeed? Requirement : Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The local council has some funds to invest in the neighborhood. They have asked for suggestions from the public.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
• thank them for considering the public’s opinion
• explain ways in which the funds can be utilised
• offer some ways in which you can contribute to the council
Some people believe that if a child commits a crime, he or she should be punished, while others think it is the child’s parent who should be punished. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The table below shows water use for different purposes in four countries. The use of water by four different countries (%)
The graphs below show current rates of secondary and higher education among people in various parts of the world. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past 30 years that many cities in the world are now ‘one big traffic jam’. How to do you think this statement? What measures can government take to discourage people from using their cars.
The following maps show some of the changes that have taken place in Dubai in recent decades. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people think that the government should have the responsibility. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
More and more people want to buy clothes, cars and other items with famous brands. What are the reasons? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
The charts below give information on the location and type of dance classes young people in a town in Australia are currently attending
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the histrory of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
In some countries, the average weight of people is increasing and their level of health and fitness is decreasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them? Give reasons for your answer and include any r own knowledge or experience. evant examples from your
(VMN)Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease, government should focus on reducing environment pollution and housing problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the percentage of male and female who did various free-time activities in England
Many people argue that museum and art galleries should present the nation's art, as opposed to artwork from other countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway 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 opinion.
Advertising influence people to buy things such as clothes and shoes. What are the problems caused by that? What solution should be given?
The chart below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016.
Some people think it is necessary to test medicine intended for humans, on animals first. However, others feel that this should not be the way. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email Describe where you lived when you were a student at the university Recommend the best way for him|her to look for accommodation Warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
nowadays, many schools find it profitable to sell unhealthy food and sugary drinks to students during lunch breaks. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Do you agree or disagree? Which types of workers do you think should benefit from early retirement?
The development of tourism cintributed to english becoming the most prominent language in the world. Some people think this will lead to english becoming the only language to be spoken globally. What are the advanvtage and disadvantages to hvaing one language in the world.
in today's world many people own a smartphone. Do you think the advantages of owning a smartphone outweigh the disadvangtes
The graph below compares the percentage of unemployed workers in the European union with the percentage in three categories, professional,manual and self employed in the year 1990to 1999
Some people think the development of the technology make people’s life more complex, so we should make the life simpler without using the technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people think that some individuals are naturally good leaders. Other think that people can learn leadership skills. Discuss both views and give your own opion.
Many people believe that media coverage of celebrities is having a negative impact on children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people belive that it is important to give gifts to friends and family to show that we care about them. Others think that there are better ways to show that we care. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The tables below show people's reasons for giving up smoking, and when they intend to give up. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. Do you agree or disagree with this point ?
The diagrams below show two methods of using water to produce electricity. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter to the government about the lack of sports facilities in your hometown for people of your age
In order to cover the increasing cost of expenses, more and more people work very long shifts. What are the advantages and disadvantages
Some people believe government should spend money on building train and subway lines to reduce traffice congestion. Others think that building more and wider roads is the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In this present time, CCTV is widely used in public areas in many cities for crime prevention. Whereas some humankind consider this measure to be an invasion of privacy, I contend that the advantages of using video cameras surpass its disadvantages.
in many countries’ schools have severe problems with student behavior. What do you think are the cause (problems)of this? What solutions can you suggest?
The table shows the amount spent on healthcare in different countries. Summarise the information by selecting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter to your friend who is starting an import/export business and asked you for recommendation for a product from your own country.
In the letter, you should:
- what the product will be
- from which region of your country where it came from
- why it is a good product to export.
People are surrounded by many kinds of advertising, which can influence their life. Is it a positive or negative trend?
Nowadays, if people want to find work, they have to move away from their families and friends. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays, a lot of people enjoy watching sports on TV. Do you think the advantages of watching sports on TV outweigh the disadvantages?
ou recently moved to a new neighborhood. Write a letter to your friend and tell them:
Why you moved to the new neighborhood
Describe your new neighborhood
Invite your friend to visit you soon
In some countries, the role of a mother differs in some ways from the role of a father. Why do you think these differences exist? How might parental roles develop in the future?
You recently attended a training course for your work. Your employer has asked you for your feedback on the training course.
Write a letter to your employe. In your letter:
Remind your employer what the course was about
Explain why the course was useful to you in your work
Suggest why the course may not be suitable for some of your other colleagues
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local is not working properly. This is causing problems you and your neighbours. Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
• Describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
• Explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
• Suggest what should be done about the problem
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter,
explain why you have changed your job
describe your new job
tell him/her your other news
Write at least 150 words
The inequality between rich and poor nations is now wider than it has ever been before. What do you think are the main causes of this difference and what do you think can be done to reduce the gap?v