As child obesity becomes a serious health issue in today’s society, some people feel that TV commercials advertising junk food aimed at kids should not be shown before 9pm. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
It is increasingly less common for family members to eat meals together. Why is this the case? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Because many children are not able to learn foreign language, schools should not force to learn foreign language. to what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that children should be taught to be competitive in school. Others, however, say that cooperation and team working skills are more important. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
allowing children to make there own decision on everyday matter (Food/clothes/entertainment) is likely to result in society of individuals who only think about their own self. other people believe that it is important for children to make their own decision about matters that affect them. discuss and give your opinion ad give relevant examples.
Success is often measured in terms of how much money somebody has earned. PARA 1 Do you think wealth is a good measure of success? Yes up to some extent PARA 2 How else could we measure whether somebody is successful or not? Strong healthy relationships peace of mind
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels od sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that too much attention and too many resources are given to protect wild animals and birds. To what extent do you agee or disagree?
With the enhancement of technology, many individuals have been interested to dedicate their time to activities such as online games on different devices. With the fact that the joy one can feel while using these entertaining tools is undeniable, there is no doubt that they come with their own disadvantages
More and more parents are deciding to educate their children at home rather than sending them to schools. What are the causes of this phenomenon? A Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
To meet the grow need for food to support an increasing population, a country should make use of edible insects as a food source. However, some people believe that insects are not only unhealthy but harvesting them will also negatively affect nature. What are the benefits and drawbacks of eating insects?
Topic: Some people think it is the responsibility of individuals to protect the environment, while others say governments should take responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that enjoying the present is more important than planning for the future for both countries and individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average percentages of sodium, saturated fats and added sugars in typical meals consumed in the USA
Fresh water has always been a limited resources in some parts of the world. Today, however, growing worldwide demand has made this a global problem. What are the causes of the increased demand, and what measures can government and individuals take to respond to this problem.
Practice 1:
You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course. Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter, •describe the situation •explain why you cannot continue at this time •say what action you would like to take You should You do NOT need to write any address.
Some people believe that university should offer places for people with high marks, Others says that universities accept all age of people even if they do not well at schools. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You have been invited to attend an interview for a place studying a
course at a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment,
you cannot come at the time they wish.
Write a letter to the admission tutor. In your letter,
• explain your position
• apologize and offer to come on another day or later the same day
• also ask how long the interview will be, and whether there will be
any tests during it
These days, school should focus more on producing young people who have the skills required to join the workforce, rather than focusing on academic subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement
Art classes such as painting or drawing are important for children's development, so it should be compulsory in high school. Do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarise the informatin by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart and graph below give the information about three categories of workers in Australia and uneployment levels within those categories.
Some think individuals should support themselves after retirment, while others believe the government should be responsible for providing them providing them with financial assistance. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You are planning a holiday and want to find out about the kinds of holiday packages that can be arranged by a local company.
Write a letter to the company to ask for information about the holiday packages they offer. In your letter:
say where and when you would like to go
include details about the kind of holiday you would like to take
say what kind of information you would like to receive
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
"Unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs." To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Global warming is one of the biggest threats humans face in the 21st Century and sea levels are continuing to rise at an alarming rate. What problems are associated with this and what are some possible solutions?
In many countries, people working in sport and entertainment earn much more money than professionals like doctors, nurses, and teachers. Why do you think this happens in some societies? Do you consider it good or bad?
Large internet companies and organizations hold the personal information of many individuals. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
you have brought some clothing online and are not satisfied with the purchase.
Write a letter to the compagny that you bought the clothing from. In your email
- Give details of the purchase
-describe the problem
-explain why you need a replacement urgently
An increasing number of people are buying what they need online. What are the advantages and disadvantages for both individuals and companies to shopping online? What could be done to encourage people to buy local products?
The pie graphs below show the result of a survey of children's activities. The first graph shows the cultural and leisure activities that boys participate in, whereas the second graph shows the activities in which the girls participate. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
When the time comes to commence full-time employment, individuals who have graduated from university deserve a higher salary than those who have not. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The diagram details the process of making wool. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Research into new types of medicine and treatments are essential to improve health and deal with diseases. Who do you think should fund these researches : private companies, individuals or the government ?
In the developed world, technological progress is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of radical technological advancements.
The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Some people think that scientists experimenting with animals in a laboratory is the only way we can guarantee new products will be safe for human use. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Thanks to developments in technology, many people today have lost basic skills such as how to repair clothes, etc. Why is this happening? Do you think that this is a negative development?
The diagram below shows how solar panels can be used to provide electricity for domestic use. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that the money used to preserve historic buildings and artefacts should came from goverment funds, while others believe that private organisations and individuals should pay for this. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many scientists are concerned about global warming. Research shows that the worldwide increase in temperature is getting worse. Furthermore, global warming seems to be related to levels of pollution in the atmosphere. Discuss the causes of global warming and possible solutions to the problem.
People buy products if it fulfills their need; there is no need for advertisement. To what extent do you agree or disagree with it.
Nowadays, many medical research projects are funded by private companies. In your opinion, do you think that research should be carried by private companies, indivi duals or government? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Sending criminals to prison is not an effective method of dealing with them. Education and job training should be used instead. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
some people believe that unpaid community services should be a compulsory part( for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood, or teaching sports to younger children) of high school programs. to what extent do you agree or disagree
in schools and universities, some girls tend to choose arts subjects, while boys choose to studyscience subjects. What are the reasons? Do you think this trend should be changed?
Nowadays pollution and waste levels are increasing rapidly impact on both the individuals and society? To what extent do you agree?
Some people think that the time and money spent on the protection of wild animals should be spent on improving humans’ quality of life instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Handwriting skills (using a pencil, a pen or a brush) are on decline. What can be the reasons for this? Is it a positive or a negative development?