: Some people think that every human being can create art (e.g. music, paintings, poetry), while others believe that they need to have special skill. Discuss both views and give your opinion
The arts, including art, music and theater are considered to be important in society. Do you think the arts still have a place amongst our modern lifestyles? Should the arts be included in the school curriculum?
Test 17: Governments should focus their spending on public services rather than on the art (e.g. Music and painting). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Government invest in the arts, such as music and theatre is waste of money. Government must invest this money in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reason for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Scientists and technology experts seem to be more valued by modern society than musicians and artist. To what extent do you agree?
Some believe that the government should support artists like musicians, painters, and poets, while others argue that this is a misuse of funds. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Many people believe that strong tradition helps to civilise a nation and that governments should therefore subsidise musicians, theatre companies, actors and artists. Explain whether you agree or disagree with this statement and what you think governments should do to promote the traditional cultural heritage of a country
Some people think music plays an important role in society. Others think it is simply a form of entertainment. Discuss both sides of this argument and give your own opinion.
Some educators believe that every child should be taught how to play a musical instrument. To what extent do you agree or disagree? 1- job, relax 2- time consuming, difficult
Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre is a waste of money. Government must invest this money in public service instead. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Subjects like art, music, and drama are more important than other subjects and therefore should be given more time in the calendar. Do you agree or disagree?
Scientist and technology exparts seem to be more valued by modern world than musicians and artists. To what extent do you agree?
Creative artists should be given freedom to express their ideas through worlds, films, music and pictures. Some people nevertheless think that government should respect artists’ freedom of expression. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
International music events are a good way to create friendship between cultures. To what extent do you agree with this statement.
Subjects like arts, music and drama are more important than other subjects and therefore should be given more time in the calendar. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that governments should give financial support to artists, musicians and poets. Others think that it is a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people feel that music should be taught in schools while others belief it is better to focus on the sciences. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that art, such as painting and music, does not improve people’s lives, so the government should not spend money on it. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experiences.
The charts give information about music sales in a US music store in 1997 and 2017. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that teaching music in schools is a vital part of growing up and the human experience, whilst others believe that teaching music in schools is a waste of time and resources. Discuss both these views and gife your own opinion.
Government investment in art, such as music and theater is a waste of money. Government must invest in pubic services instead. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that everyone can develop artistic skills such as music, painting, or poetry, while others think that art is a talent that only certain people are born with. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe that music is just a form of entertainment, while others believe that music has a much larger impact on society today. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people says that music is a good way of bringing people of different culturs and ages togather. What to extend do you agree or disagree.
Some people feel that entertainers such as film stars, pop musicians or sports stars are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that anyone can create art, such as painting, pottery, music, etc. others think that a person should have special abilities to create art. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governmentsmust invest this money in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
The graph above compares the number of participants in five activities at a social center in Melbourne, Australia, namely film club, martial arts, amateur dramatics, table tennis, and musical performances from 2000 to 2020.
Some people feel that entertainers such as film stars, pop musicians or sports stars are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid?
The charts show information about children learning musical instruments in 1996 and 2016 in the UK. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make ccomparisons where relevant.
Subjects such as art, sport and music are being dropped from the school curriculum for subjects like information technology. Many children suffer as a result of these changes. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days a lot of movies and music are free to download online. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some think schools should rewards students who have the best academic results, while others think it’s more important to reward students who achieve other types of success (such as sports, music, and good behaviour). Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sports or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that child could be taught to be a good sports person or musician. Discuss both this views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answers and give relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The government investment in art, such as music and theatre is a waste of money.goverment must invest money in public service instead.Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that artist such as painters, writers, and musicians affect our life more than scientists.to what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people believe that governments should spend more money on public services rather than on the arts (e.g., music, painting, and theatre). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the percentage of people in different age groups in one city who attended music concerts between 2010 and 2015.
You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall.
You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall.
Write a letter to the manager. In the letter:
describe what the group does
explain why the group is good for the community
suggest alternative days and times for practice
A friend of yours is thinking of going to a music festival for the first time this summer. He/She has asked fot your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Explain why you think he/she would enjoy music festivals
- Describe some problems he/she might have
- say if you would like to join your friend
THE CHART SHOWS ATTENDANCE OF PEOPLE IN DIFFERENT AGES IN MUSIC EVENTS IN AUSTRALIA IN 2006
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell how you feel.
Write a letter to the singer. In your letter:
•say how you feel about his/her performance
•give details of your music-related activities
•explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related activities
Some people feel that entertainers such as film stars, pop musicians or sports starts are paid too much. Do you agree or disagree ? Which other types of jobs should be paid higher?
Media surround us,from the shows we watch on tv to the music we listen on the radio. How does media affect the society? Do you agree that the media has more disadvantages than benefits?
Some people think that the government should spend money on supporting cultural activities such as music, theater or art. Others think this is a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people say that art subjects such as music, drama and creative writing are an essential part of education, and every school should include them in its syllabus. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion And examples from your own experience.
You are planning to go to a music concert in your town and would like a friend to accompany you. write a letter to invite your friend to concert you are planning to go.
In your letter say
what the contant of music concert is
where and when the music concert is
why do you think your friend should go to concert
The pie charts below show the types of media used from 1990 to 2010. Types of Music Media Used - 1990 Types of Music Media Used - 2000 Types of Music Media Used - 2010
MANY PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT MODERN MUSIC CAN HAVE A NEGETIVE IMPACT ON THE YOUNG. OTHERS BELIEVE THE EFFECT OF MODERN MUSIC IS POSITIVE. DISCUSS BOTH THE VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION.
Is music just a kind of entertainment?Or does it play an important role in society?Discuss two opinions and show your one.