The graph shows the percentage of 15-year-olds with low literacy (reading and writing) levels in four countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features making comparisons where relevant.
In some schools and universities, girls tend to choose art (e.g. literature), and boys tend to choose science subjects (e.g. physics). Why do you think this is so? Should this tendency be changed?
Most countries spend much money on education as they start to realize the importance of education. In your opinion, which two subjects are the most important for young people and which one is least important. (Subjects : Literature, sports, mathematics, economics, physics, history, music, geography).
Some people believe that the arts (such as music, literature, and theater) are more important than other subjects in schools. Do you agree or disagree?
The table shows the estimated literocy rate by region and gander for 2000-2004.
In some countries today, there is an attitude that ‘anyone can do it’ in the arts – music, literature, acting, art, etc. As a result, people with no talent become rich and famous and genuine talent is not valued or appreciated. Do you agree or disagree
Studying business or science related subjects at university level is more important than arts related courses like literature. Do you agree or disagree?
You are going to spend your vacation in Rome, Italy. Your
friend's grandfather lives there and has offered to let you
stay in his apartment.
Write a letter to your friend's grandfather. In your letter:
• Thank him for the offer but politely decline
• Inform him of when you will be in Rome and your travel
plans
• Invite him for an outing
Some people believe that it is more important to teach children the literature of their own country rather than other countries’. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Professional sports are a very large industry in the world today. The most elite players can get contracts worth many millions of dollars. Some say there is too much money in sports and that it defeats the purpose of the actual game. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Some people think that secondary/high school students should study literature (e.g. novels, plays, poetry) only from their own country. Others say it is more important for students to study literature from all over the world. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The increasing frequency of satellite launches and space debris is becoming a threat to the Earth. What are tha main causes? What measures can be taken to address this?
Some people believe that it is more important to teach children the literature and history of their own country, rather than the literature and history of other countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Many people believe that educational standards have declined in recent times, particularly in the areas of literacy and numeracy . Discuss the causes of this problem and offer possible solutions to it.
The pie chart show the main reasons of money spent on various facilites in 2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries today, there is an attitude that ‘anyone can do it’ in the arts- music, literature, acting, art, etc. As a result, people with no talent become rich and famous and genuine talent is not valued or appreciated. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that educational standards have declined in recent times, particularly in the area of literacy and numeracy. Discuss the problem and give solutions ?
5.People believe that being literate in English allows you to acquire better jobs and thus allows one to have access to a better standard of living. Up to what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Some people believe that it is more important to teach children the literature of their own country than other countries. Do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows literacy rates in several different countries around the world.
People say that it is a waste of time for high school students to learn literature such as novels and poems. Do you agree or disagree?
Despite better education systems, some adults are still illiterate. What are the disadvantages of this, and what should governments do to address it?
Some people believe that schools should focus more on teaching practical skills that are relevant to everyday life, such as financial literacy, cooking, and basic home repairs, while others argue that traditional academic subjects like math, science, and literature are more important for students' intellectual development. Which approach do you think is more beneficial for students, and why? Use specific examples and reasoning to support your position.
Do yoy agree or disagree with the following statement? It is more important for students to study history and literature than it is for them to study science and mothematics. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
The bar chart shows the literacy rate (% of people who can read and write) by region and gender in 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The increasing frequency of satellite launches and space debris is becoming threat to the earth What are the main causes? What measure can be taken to address this ?
Some people think secondary/high school students should study only literature from their own countries.Others however believe students should study literature from all around the world. Discuss both views and give your opinion
•Illiteracy continues to be a concern for many countries in the world today. What are the causes of illiteracy in the modern world, and what effects does it have on the people concerned and on society as a whole?
In some countries today, there is an attitude that ‘anyone can do it’ in the arts – music, literature, acting, art, etc. As a result, people with no talent become rich and famous and genuine talent is not valued or appreciated. Do you agree or disagree
People say that it is a waste of time for highschool students to learn literature such as novels and poems. Do you agree or disagree?
In some schools and universities, girl tend to choose art subjects(e.g literature) and boys tend to choose science subjects(e.g physics).Why do you think this is so? Should this tendency be changed? Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that humanitarian subjects such as philosophy, history and literature that people study in universities have no value for their future career. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and relevant examples.
In some schools and universities, girls choose arts subjects (literature), and boys tend to choose science subjects (physics). Why do you think this is so? Should this tendency be changed?
The graph shows the percentage of 15 year olds with low literacy (reading and writing) levels in four countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
With the increasing popularity of computers and calculators, student literacy is decreasing dramatically. What are the positive and negative effects the progress of science and technology has brought about? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Satellites have become an integral part of modern life, impacting communication, navigation, and scientific research. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the increasing reliance on satellites.
Illiteracy continues to be a concern for many countries in the world today. What are the causes of illiteracy in modern world, and what effects does it have on the people concerned and on society as awhole
Some people believe that studying literature is important for individual character building while other think it is a waste of time. Discuss both points of view and provide your own opinion.
More and more parents are allowing their kids to play on computers and tablets because they believe it will help their kids develop their technological literacy. To what extent do you agree?
Some people believe that media literacy is one of the most important skill that every person should acquire in twenty-first century. Do you agree or disagree? How do you think this type of literacy should be acquired?
Literature helps to develop a child's morals and feelings of humanity. As a result, from infancy to maturity, children should be given a chance to connect with litrature works. Do you agree or disagree with this statement ?
The increasing frequency of satellite launches and space debris is becoming a threat to the Earth. What are the main causes? What measures can be taken to address this?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: “It is more important for students to study art and literature than it is to study math and science.”
Many people believe that educational standards have decliend in recent times, particularly int he areas of literacy and numeracy. Discuss the causes of this problem and offer some possible solutions to it.
The bar chart below shows estimated world illiteracy rates by region and by gender for the last year. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Illiteracy continues to be a concern for many countries in the world today. What are the causes of illiteracy in the modern world, and what ef ects does it have on the people concerned and on society as a whole?
Nowadays it is very popular to be technology/internet literate. Some people say that these skills will replace the use of books as main source of information and entertainment. Do you agree or disagree?
Illiteracy has traditionally been viewed as largely a third world problem. However, it is becoming apparent that in countries such as the USA and Australia, illiteracy rate is on the increase. Discuss possible causes for this and its effect on society. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say that it is. A waste of time to learn literature such as a novel and poems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays youngsters are less polite and less respectful than in the past. What do you think are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this issue?