The two charts below show the living arrangements of two different age groups in a certain country in 2015.
Freshwater has always been a limited resource 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 measure could governments and individuals take to respond to this problem?
The topic is to describe the amount of leisure time enjoyed by men and women of different employment statuses based on the provided bar chart. The chart categorizes leisure time by full-time employment, part-time employment, unemployment, retirement, and housewives for the years 1998-1999. The task is to write a report for a university lecturer, summarizing the information shown in the chart in at least 150 words.
In today ‘s competitive world, many families find it necessary for both parents to go out to work. While some say the children in these families benefit from the additional income, others feel they lack support because of their parents ‘ absence. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necesary to help them larn this distinction. TO what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should aprents and teavhers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
Topic : Some people think that environmental problems are too big for individuals to solve. Others believe that individuals also can do some things to solve these problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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
Human life haschanged because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships that people make? Has this been a positive or negative development
The maps below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagrams below show how sedimentary rock is formed in coastal areas. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The map below show an industrial area in the town of Norbition, and planned future devolopment of the site. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make camparisons where relevant.
A glance at the four pie charts provided reveals a comparison of the people of the two countries, Yemenand Italy for the three various age groups in two different Periods, in 2000 and foresight for 2050. Overall, it is apparent from the information supplied that the remarkable change in society related to 15-59-year-olds during these years for both countries. In 2000, in Yemen, the old people made up 3.6% of the total number of people in comparison with 24.1% in Italy. The 0-14 year group in Italy reached 14.3 %, which was almost 3 times higher than that of Yemen. Moreover, in Italy, the figure for 15-59 year-age was by far the most important in 2000, accounting for 61.6%, while Yemen's young people just reached 46.3 % at the same time. In 2050,the 0-14 age group in Yemen is forecasted to account for 37%, which is higher than that figure in Italy roughly 25%. On the other hand a tiny fraction of the old people is projected to be recorded in Yemen, 42.3% of Italy's people are expected to be elderly. The figure for Yemen and Italy's 15-59-year-old people is predicted to occupy 57.3% and 46.2%, respectively.
IELTS Topics: Number 4. Nowadays media should include more good news in their publications. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In education and employment, some people work harder than others. Why do some people work harder? Is it a positive or negative development?
In some countries, shopping online is replacing shopping at store. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Online shopping has gained immense popularity in recent years, challenging the traditional brick-and-mortar stores. Examine the advantages and disadvantages of both methods of shopping and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the movement of people from rural to urban areas in three countries and predictions for 2025.
Some people think that government is responsible for the rise in obesity in children. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
UNEMPLOYMENT IS ONE OF THE BIGGEST PROBLES OF CONNTEMPORARY SOCIETY. WHAT DO YOU THINK ARE THE MAIN CAUSES OF UNEMPLOYEMENT? WHAT SOLUTIONS CAN YOU SUGGEST?
Too much attention is given to headline-grabbing disasters like earthquakes and floods. Government should concentrate their resources on educating people about the risk they face nearer to home, which can cost far more lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
Studies have shown that unemployment has a bad effect on both the physical and mental health of people without a job. For this reason, governments need to create jobs for everyone who wants one. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays, young people admire sports stars though thay often do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people say that cooking food at home is a waste of time. They claim that good restaurants are better and can make modern living easier and less stressful. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT HAVING A SET RETIREMENT AGE (EG 65 YEARS) FOR EVERYBODY, REGARDLESS OF OCCUPATION, IS UNFAIR. THEY BELIEVE THAT A CERTAIN WORKERS DESERVE TO RETIRE AND RECEIVE A PENSION AT AN EARLIER AGE. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE? WHICH TYPE OF WORKERS DO YOU THINK SHOULD BENEFIT FROM EARLY RETIREMENT?
You are bored in your current job but you enjoy working for your company. You think you would be happier if you moved to a different department in the same company.
Write a letter to your employer. In the letter
ask to be moved to a position in another department
explain how you feel about your current position and your career
say why you think changing your job would be good for you and the company
The bar chart below shows the average duration of housework women did (unemployed, part-time employed, and full-time) between 1985 and 2005.
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shoppings centres or malls to do their shoping. Is this a positive or a negative development ?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the Worlds are now 'one big traffic jam'. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
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
Children today spend too much time playing on screens and not enough time doing physical activity. We need to get rid of our children’s devices to avoid severe strains on our health system in the future. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
In their advertising, business nowadays usually emphasises that the products are new in some way. why is this ? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
The table below gives information about student enrolments at Manchester University in 1937, 1967 and 2017. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country's police force or military force, such as the army, while others think women are not suitable for these kinds of jobs. What is your opinion?
The popularity of news media often had significant influences on people’s lives. Some people believe this to be a negative development. Do you agree or disagree?
The growth of consumerism has led to a ‘throw-away’ culture where people are more concerned with acquiring material possessions than protecting the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Nowadays, more and more people choose to live by themselves. Why is the case? Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people prefer to work on fixed working hours but others prefer to have flexible working time. Discuss both these views and mention your own opinion.
Many people believe that women make better parents than men and that is why they have a greater role in raising children. Others claim that men are just as good as women in parenting. Discuss both these views and give your opinion?
Early technological developments helped ordinary people and changed their lives more than recent developments. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that schools should teach foreign languages for primary school children. Is this a positive or negative development?
Governments, not private companies. should take the responsibility to conduct scientific researchTo what extent do you agree or disagree? Should governments take the responsibility of conducting scientific research
You live in a small apartment building. You are frequently bothered by noise from your
upstairs neighbor’s apartment. Write a letter to your neighbor. In your letter:
Describe the situation
Explain why it is a problem for you
Suggest a solution.
Write two paragraphs. Paragraph 1: Compare Shanghai and Los Angeles. • Don't try to describe every detail. Identify the most significant information. Paragraph 2: Say which of the five cities provides the best environment overall, and why. • Present the various factors in order of priority and try to describe them in your own words, rather than using the descriptions in the table.
The diagram belonshows part of the nitrogen cycle in Earth.The black arrows represent the movement of nitrogen as it is changed.
The Impact of Technology on Traditional Forms of Communication Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the increasing use of technology, such as smartphones and social media, on traditional forms of communication. Consider the impact on interpersonal relationships, cultural exchange, and the potential loss of face-to-face interaction. Provide examples and support your arguments with relevant evidence.
Some people feel that the exploration of space justifies a large amount of government and private investment. Other people think that this field is of increasingly low relevance and should not be priority. Devate both sides of this discussion, and explain your own view. How important is it for us to explore space at the moment?
Recently the freedom to work and live anywhere has become the main trend due to the development of communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages of these developments outweigh the disadvantages? Discuss.
Many people think that people cannot help everyone so they should be concerned about their community and country . Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nowadays people are influenced by fashion, in particular when choosing their clothes and hairstyle. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.
In the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shops using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this will happen one day? Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowladge or experience.