Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills.
Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays young people spend too much of their free time in shopping malls. This has negative effects on themselves and the society they live in. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people think that the amount of noise people may have to be
controlled strictly. Others, however, say that people are free to make
as much noise as they wish. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The chart below show the average percentage 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 feel that certain workers like nurses, doctors and teachers are undervalued and should be paid more, especially when other people like film actors or company bosses are paid huge sums of money that are out of proportion to the importance of the work that they do.
How far do you agree?
What criteria should be used to decide how much people are paid?
You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support the arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Many people, especially young children, watch too much television. Some experts think that this can be dangerous, and that the time would be better spent doing other thing. What are the advantages and disadvantages of watching television?
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.
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In some countries, air travel has become a much cheaper form of transport than in the past. Some people say this is a positive development. Others disagree.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You celebrated your birthday with some friends last week in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed the evening very much.
Write a letter to the restaurant to thank them.
In your letter –
• Mention the food, service and the atmosphere.
• Suggest any improvements to make things better.
Some people believe that children are given too much free time.They feel that this time should be used to do more school work.
How do you think children shoul spend their time?
Teenagers are spending too much time on computers and this will lead to a severe problem in their mental and physical health. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter,
describe what you enjoyed about the course
say how much cooking you've done since the course
suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offe
The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three type 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.
Too much emphasis is put on going to university for academic studies. We should encourage people to have vocational education since there are not enough qualified businessmen, electricians, and plumbers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Successful professional athletes can earn much more than people in other important professions, such as nurses, doctors and teacher.Someone considers it quite justified, and someone considers it unfair.To what extent tdo you agree or disagree?
Food can be produced much more cheaply today because of improved fertilizer and better machinery. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this and give your opinion.
Some people say that television is a very useful tool when it comes to education. Others argue that television is a much overused, ineffective teacher.
Discuss both of these views and give your opinion as to the usefulness of television as an educational tool.
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shred freely.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The given graph shows four different kinds of goods transported in The UK between 1974 and 2002. In general, rail hadn’t changed much but the others had grown in 38 years.
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 the least important?
The charts below show the avarage percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much.
Modern technology is now very common in most workplaces.
how do you think this had changed the way we work?
Do you think there are disadvantages to relying too much on technology?
Too much money is spent on looking after repairing olg buildings. They should be knocked down and we should build modern insteads. Do you agree or disagree?
Eating too much sugar is harmful for health. Some people think that it is government responsibility to limit people’s sugar consumption, while others think that it is individual responsibility to limit the amount of sugar they eat. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school.
In your letter,
Describe what you enjoyed about the course
Say how muchcooking you've done since the source
suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
Some people think that the government should strictly control the supply of fresh water, while others think we can use as much water as we want. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business, and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People today spend too much time on personal enjoyment-doing things they like to do-rather than doing things they should do. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
It is not necessary to travel to other places to learn the culture of other people. We can learn just as much from books, films and the internet. Do you agree or disagree?
6.The cost of flying has decreased significantly over the last decade. This has made overseas travel much more accessible.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
The charts below show the average percentage in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much
You work for an international company and need to take
some time off work to celebrate a family event.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
● give details of the family event and why it is important you
attend
● say how much time you will need away from the office
● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
You ordered a new chequebook from your bank two weeks ago but you have received nothing.
Write a letter to the manager complaining about the bad service.
Say when and how you ordered the chequebook,
how much longer you will have to wait, and
ask the manager what action he/she will take about this matter.
The charts below show the average consumption of three nutrients by adults in the UK. All of these nutrients may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.
Some people believe that it is good to share ass much infomation as possible in scientific research, bussiness and academic world. Others believe that some infomation is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss these both views and give your own opinion.
Is it a good thing if senior management workers in a company get a much higher salary than other workers in same company.Do you agree or disagree?
Many people spend a large amount of money on celebrating birthdays and weddings. Others think that it is unnecessary to spend so much on these events. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people say that in all levels of education from primary school to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not in learning practical skills, upto what extent do you agree or disagree?
Food can be produced much more cheaply with the use of improved fertilizers and better machinery However some methods may be dangerous for human health and have negative effect on local communities To what extent do you think its disadvantages over weigh
Tourism has increased so much over the last 50 years that it is having a mainly nagetive impact on local inhabitants and the environment, others claim that it is good for the economy.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of tourism and give your own opinion.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school.
• describe what you enjoyed about the course
• say how much cooking you’ve done since the course
• suggest another cookery course you’d like the school to offer
You own an old item that you think is valuable and would like to sell. Write a letter to the owner of an antique's shop.
In your letter:
• explain how you found the shop
• describe the item that you would like to sell
say how much you would like to sell the item for
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses
Too much attention is given to headline-grabbing disasters like earthquakes and floods. Governments should concentrate their resource on educating people about the risk they face nearer to their home, which can cost far more lives . To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
You recently did a short cookery course.The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Writing a letter to the course director at the cookery school.Hn yoour letter
. describe what you enjoed about the course
. say how much cooking you have done since the course
. suggest another cookery course you would like the school to offer
In many countries, it is common for people to consume fast food. However, some people believe that fast food has too much influence on our lifestyle and die. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Young people spend too much money and time following fashion trends (clothing , tech.) What is the reason ? Is it a positive or negative development?
The news is a source of knowledge about the world. How much can we trust the journalists? What are the qualities a good journalist should have? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Too much emphasis is placed on going university for academic education. People should be encouraged to do vocational training, because there is a lack of qualified tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Global warming is a big concern these days . Though there has been much noise made on this issue , carbon emission is not being curtailed . Are we contributor to this issue ? What solutions do you propose to counter this issue ? Discuss .
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
Some people say that the internet provides people with a lot of valuable information. Others think access to so much information creates problems. Which view do you agree with?