Nowadays many people believe that children should be taught history in schools, however, others argue that children should learn subjects that are more helpful for modern everyday life. discuss both views and give your opinion
In most of the developing and under-developed countries, well-educated professionals prefer to leave their nations after completing their studies and do jobs in developed countries. What are the reasons behind this problem? Suggest some solutions too.
It is often said that the subjects taught in schools are too acade ic in orientation and that it would be more useful for children to learn about practical matters such as home management, work and interpersonal skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world. Do you think that benefits of tourism overweigh its drawbacks?
Some governments today seek to monitor the general public’s electronic communications (in the form of phone calls, texts, and emails) saying that this reduces crime. Many people oppose this, however, saying that it erodes individual freedoms. Discuss the aspects of this debate, and give your own conclusion to the discussion.
Artificially intelligent robots are increasingly taking human jobs. Some people believe that eventually all work will be done by robots while others believe that there will be a limit to the tasks that robots can perform. Choose which position you most agree with and discuss why you choose that position. Support your point of view with details from your own experience, observation and reading.
In schools and universities, girls tend to choose arts while boys like science. What are the reasons for this trend and do you think this tendency should be changed? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many cities crime is increasing why do you think its happening? What can be done to help reduce crime levels?
The provided three circular diagrams depict the percentages of individuals pursuing different academic fields – Computer Science, Medicine, Law, and Business – in the years 1990, 2000, and 2010.
Examinations are one of the most common methods of measuring learning in education systems throughout the world. At virtually every stage of the learning process, exams are used to verify that the learner is ready to move on to the next stage. However, many people believe that the role of examinations should be reconsidered.
There are clearly certain advantages to exams. They help to ensure fairness by imposing the same conditions on all exam candidates. They are also relatively versatile; different types of exam questions, for example, multiple-choice questions and essay tasks, can test different sorts of reasoning ability. However, exams also have clear drawbacks. Test-wise candidates can often perform well on exams without having good underlying knowledge or skills. On the other hand, some test-takers perform poorly in exams simply because of anxiety. Some teachers and learners focus only on those aspects of the curriculum that are likely to be tested, thus narrowing the educational experience for all.
A number of measures should be taken to address these concerns. Wherever possible, exams should match the content and activities of the learning environment. Exam tasks should be varied to give fair opportunities to candidates with different types of skills. Other types of assessment should also be considered; assignment writing, for example, to assess independent learning and research skills, or group projects, to measure teamwork ability.
Exams clearly have a role to play in ensuring proper, objective assessment of achievement. However, exams need to be carefully designed and supplemented with other forms of assessment if they are to be a truly useful component of the educational system.
You have recently booked a trip abroad with a travel agency; however, plans have changed, and you cannot go to that trip. Write a letter to your travel agent.
- Give details of your trip.
- Explain why you can’t go on this trip.
Tell the agency what you want to do about the booking
Education is recognized as vital to the future of any society in today's world. Governments throughout the world should make education compulsory for all children between 5 and 15. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
Some people think that all lawbreakers should be taken into prison. In contrast, others believe there are better alternatives (for example, doing work or learning skills in the community). Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that uniforms in schools are unnecessary and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many children these days have an unhealthy lifestyle. Both schools and parents are responsible for solving this problem. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You received electricity bills but it is too high because of wrong meter reading. Write to the concern person and explain the problem.
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. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting th
The course director of your previous college has invited you to attend a
party for new students, and he has also asked you to give a talk about
studying overseas. You have an important examination on the same
day so you cannot attend the party.
Write a letter to the director to apologize and to explain why you
cannot attend the event. Suggest another date when you could give
your talk.
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The personal information of many individuals is held by large internet companies and organisations. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages. (Huy Trần)
Every day, animals are becoming extinct throughout the world. What do you think the cause of this? What solution/measures can you suggest to deal with this
The bar chart below shows the total number of minutes (in billions) of telephone calls in Australia, divided into three categories, from 2001- 2008.
Some people believe that the government should be responsible for public health, while others think that individuals should be responsible for their own health. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In most developed countries shopping is not only about buying the goods you need, it is also perceived as entertainment. Is it a positive or negative development? Give your own opinion and examples based on your experience.
An increasing number of professionals, such as, teachers and doctors are leaving their own countries to work in developed countries. What are the causes of this problems? What solutions can you suggest?
DISCIPLINE IS AN EVER INCREASING PROBLEM IN MODERN SCHOOLS. SOME THINK THAT IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF TEACHERS WHILE OTHERS THINK THAT THIS IS RESPONSIBILITY OF PARENTS. DISCUSS BOTH THE VIEWS?
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
There are fewer controls over the designs and construction of home and office buildings. So, people can build them however they like. Do the advantages of this outweighs the disadvantages?
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many heath problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree
You recently heard about some new jobs at a local department store. You would like to work there. Write a letter to store manager of the department store. In your letter - Explain how you heard about the job - Describe the kind of job you would like to have - Give details of your experience and qualifications Dear Sir or Madam,
City planners tend to arrange schools, homes, shops and offices in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
some people believe that computers are more a hindrance than a help in today's. Others feel that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. In what ways are computers a hindrance? What is your opinion? Givereasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
-explain why you want to take time off work
-give details of the amount of time you need
-suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
Some people think the increasing use of computers and mobile phones has a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time
this summer. HelShe has asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holliday
Describe some possible disadvantages
Say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
Nowadays, many animal species are becoming extinct. Some people believe that countries and individuals must solve this problem, others believe that humans being are more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In the modern world, many employees lack software skills such as communication and working in teams. What are the causes of this problem? What are the effects of the lack of such skills?
In recent years, an increasing number of parents have chosen to educate their children at home rather than sending them to traditional schools. Do the disadvantages of this trend outweigh the advantages?
A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern word. Do you think that benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?
Some people believe the aim of university education is to help graduates get better jobs. Others believe there are much wider benefis of university education for both individuals and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Individuals can improve the environments. Some people say that only governments and large companies can make difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people think that computers are more of a hindrance than a help in today’s society. Others belive that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Should students be allowed to choose which classes they take, or should they be required to take the same classes as everyone else? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each approach to education? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
To improve the job prospects, the secondary schools should spend more time teaching communication skills and business and spend less time on history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
More and more parents begin to allow their children to play on computers and tablets as they think children should learn technology skills. Do advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages or not?
Sport is becoming a business with high income for professionals and more companies have involved in financial investment and in other ways. Do you think it is a positive or negative development ?
The map illustrates the main developments in the town of Springer from 1970 until the present time. Overall, a multitude of arrangements and amenities changed the city's landscape in the aforementioned fifty-year period. In 1970 the pueblo consisted of a wide forest landscape with a large farmland and only a few constructions, especially 2 houses and one shop. However, Springer Town did dramatically change throughout the decades. Indeed, we notice that diverse facilities were developed at the expense of the wide forest. A school has been erected in the center of the town with lots of shops all around. At the top right-hand corner, an airport has been constructed, near a small portion of forest and some flats at the top of the shops. In addition, the huge farmland has been restricted to a small area in order to allow room for some apartment buildings and a house. There has also been a surge in the number of streets and avenues between buildings than the 1970 model. Even though, we can still notice some green spaces kept from the previous forest, especially a band of Greenland alongside- the west town. To conclude, the town of Springer changed drastically from 1970 to nowadays, moving from a rural to an urban area.
Smoking not only harms the smoker, but also those who are nearby. Therefore, smoking should be bend in public place. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your local council is planning to hold an election to choose members from the society but there are no young people on the council and you think that the council needs young people's views. You are thinking of standing for election.
Write a letter to the head of the council. In your letter,
state why you want to be elected
mention why you think you would be a good candidate
describe your qualities, skills, experience, interests, if any
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
You and some friends ate a meal at restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and services.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. I n your letter
•Give details of your visit to the restaurant
•Explain the reason for the celebration
•Say what was good about the food and the services
Certain individuals ascertain that a broader age between parents and their offspring is more advantageous then being closer in age. Are the benefits of having more years of separation between parents and children greater than the deficits?