The use of private cars dominates most large cities in the world, causing a negative effect on the quality of life for the majority of the people who live in these cities. Alternative forms of transport should be encouraged, and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
one of the best way to solve worlds environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel prices. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows how many films were produced by five countries in the time period
Many museums charge for admission whiles others are free. Do you think the advantage charging for admission outweigh the disadvantage
Some people say now that we can see films on our phones or tablet there is no need to go to the cinemas, others say to be fully enjoyed, films need to be seen in a cinema. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
In many countries, schoolchildren are required to wear school uniforms. Do you think this should this be enforced in all schools?
The current trend in education is to move away from traditional exams and instead have continuous assignments over the school year. What do you think of this trend?
You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently, you moved into a new neighbourhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed that people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the change rooms. Write to the gym manager.
You recently travelled by train on a long journey and you experienced various problems. Write a letter to the train company’s head office.
In your letter,
– give the details of your journey, including the date, time and where you sat
– explain the problems that happened and express your dissatisfaction
– ask about what action will be taken to improve the service
Some people think any form of experimentation on animals for any reason is wrong. They believe all such experiments should be banned. Others think the benefits research offer us in terms of medical advances make experiments on animals worthwhile. Discuss both the views and give your opinion
Some say that news has no connection with most people’s lives and it is a waste of time for most of us to read newspapers and watch television news programs. Do you agree or disagree?
You recently made reservations for dinner at a very famous and expensive restaurant in town. However, the meal and the service were terrible. The restaurant manager was not available to solve the problem, so you left without a resolution. - state what problems you had with the food you ordered - complain about the service - describe how you want the restaurant to resolve the problem
Many people today find they have insuficient time to spend with their families, because of pressures of work. What problems does this create for individuals and their families? What solutions can you propose?
In many schools, students are showing increasingly bad behavior. What problems does this cause for schools and society, and what solutions can be implemented to improve student behavior?
Many people nowadays are concerned about the level of air pollution created by the number of people using air travel. They suggest it may be safer for people to use alternative forms of transportation such as road transport. To what extent do you agree that travel by road may be the safer option?
The diagrams below show the development of the horse over a period of 40 million years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
world there are constant traffic jams. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from owning cars?
The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities. ,1191ummarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
You travelled to another city on business last week, and there was a problem with
your hotel room.
Write to the hotel manager. In your letter…
- Tell the manager about the problems you had
- Explain to them how you feel about what happened
- Let them know what actions you would like them to take.
Write no less than 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses
Start your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Q: The table below gives inforamtion about consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002
Topic: Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
People living in large cities have to face many problems in everyday life. What are those problems? Should the government encourage people to move to regional towns? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people strive to maintain a successful career and happy family life at the same time.What problems can this situation create?What are the possible solutions?
Some people believe that internet is good and creates no problems. Others believe that the internet is negative on both the individual and society. To what extent do you agree?
any cities are experiencing traffic congestion, leading to longer commute times. What are the problems associated with traffic congestion, and how can these be solved?
The graph shows the number of films producted in 5 different countries. Summarise the information
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ost countries believe that international tourism has harmful effects. What problems are caused by international tourism? Solutions to change negative attitudes?
Some people think that advertisement between films is wasting time and some people says it has lots of benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view.
Many schools today use uniforms for their students. Some people say that this is a great idea. Others meanwhile say that this is not a good idea for the students. Give the advantages and disadvantages of school uniforms.
Many historical sites and museums are mainly visited by tourists and nit local people. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to attract more locals to those sites?
Some people prefer to spend their holidays in resorts where everything is organized for them and they take little interest in the country they are visiting. Others prefer to travel around the country and to see how the people live, to get to know their customs and traditions and cuisine. What do you think is best for both the tourists and local community?
In many countries, people are now living Lon than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
Today in many countries people are living in a ‘throwaway” society where things are used for a short time and then throw away. What do you think is the cause and what problems will it lead to
WRITING The graph below shows the consumption of fish and some different kinds of meat in a European country between 1979 and 2004. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Grams per person per week Fish and meat consumption 300 250 200 50 150 大家 Chicken .com Beef 100 Lamb 50 Fish 0 1979 1984 1989 1994 1999 2004
Some people think that universities should assign students to share dormitory rooms. Others think that students should be able to choose their roommates on their own. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Shops are selling more of imported food items. Some people think that they should sell local food rather than imported items. What extent do you agree or disagree.
some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particulat species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important envirnmental problems. discuss both views and give your opinion.
There have been some problems with the public transport you use to commute daily. Write a letter to the manager of the public transport company. In your letter: -describe the problems, -explain how these problems are affecting you and others, -suggest what could be done about it
Some people believe that in the future, most cities will become unlivable due to pollution and overcrowding. Others think technological innovation will solve these problems. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Living in large cities today poses many problems for people. However, more people live in smaller towns. What are these problems living in large cities? Advantages and disadvantages.
Some people believe that violence in the media, such as in television programs and films, directly results in violent behavior. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Museums and art galleries should concentrate on local works rather than showing the cultures or artworks from other countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The diagrams below show the coastal village of Seaville in 1980 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people who care for the elderly do not have enough time to look after them. What are the problems related to this? What are some possible sollutions?
More and more people nowadays visit well-known places to take photographs of themselves, without looking at tl1e place. Why do you think this is happening? Is it a positive or a negative trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The diagrams below show the coastal village of the Seaville in 1980 and 2010.
Some people say that to host international sports has lot of problems than benefits. To what extend do you agree?
increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traggic and polloution problems to what extent do you agree or disagree.what other measures o you think might be effective?
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. 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.