The number of students who choose to study mathematics at university is low. Why do you think this is? What can be done about this situation?
Some people argue that it is more important to have an enjoyable job than earn a lots of money. Others disagree and think that good salary leads to better life. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
There is no need to go out to see live performances (concert…) because it is better to see them on TV or computer screen. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
** ***Some people think that schools are too competitive and that this has a negative impact on children. Others believe the competitive environment encourages children to achieve.*** ***Discuss both these views and give your opinion.*** **Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.** **
Some people believe that teenagers should be required to do unpaid community work. This can benefit teenagers and the community as well. To what extent do you agree or not agree
Home schooling belongs to the past and is unacceptable in modern society. To what extent do do you agree or disagree with this statement? Use your own knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Adult youths are often called up for the working development of communities. Some people say that they should be paid others say that they should not be paid. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows different sources of air pollutants in the UK from 1990 to 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. (20 mins.)
The table graph provides information on marriage trends in Australia over a 40- year period from 1960 to 2000.
some people think that environmental problems should be solved on a global scale while others believe it is better to deal with them nationally. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. The dangers of smoking are well known, yet many people continue with this habit. What are the causes of this? How can we reduce smoking in society?
Some people think that to be successful in sports natural ability is the main important reason others think that hard work and practice is more important Discuss both views with opinion
Some people think educational success depends upon good teacher, others believe that it depends upon attitude of the students. Discuss both views and give your opinion
some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has a negative effect on young peoples reading and writing skills. do you agree or disagree?
The given tables illustrate the number of exchange students from Europe universities to Australian universities and vice versa in 2007 and 2009.
You have recently moved to a new city.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter
Explain why you moved
Describe your new city
Tell him/her other news
Began your letter as: Dear…
Some feel that it is a waste of time to plan for the future and it is more important to focus on the present. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The use of social media is replacing face to face interaction among many people in society. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Write a formal letter to apply for the post of business unit manager which posted on facebook.
the pie chart below shows the online shopping sales for the retail sectors in New Zealand in 2003 ans 2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features ,and make comparisons where relevant
Both governments and individuals are spending vast amount of money on protecting animals and their habitat. This money could be better spent dealing with fundamental issues in society such as poverty and health care. To what extent do you agree?
Q. Social media has had a huge impact on professional and social communication, but this impact has been negative as well as positive. Do the disadvantages of using social media outweigh the advantages?
The chart below gives information on the number of workers in different occupations who migrated to Australia between 2009 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The plans below show how an office building was converted to a dental clinic. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie chart shows worldwide mobile phone sales for five brands (Sony, Motorola, Nokia, Samsung and other) in percentages in 2005, whereas
Some people argued that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. However, some people believe that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivations for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishments. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion
Some people feel that countries should produce most of the food that is eaten in their country and import as little as possible. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
Some pp believe that public buildings should be moved out ò the city to promote citizen's well being and better economic growing, while some argue that the planning will cause more harm than good. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for your advise on whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
say why she will not enjoy going to college
explain why getting a job is a good idea
Suggest the type of job that would be suitable
People who read for pleasure in their free time have a better imagination than those who prefer to watch TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days,mobile phones and the internet are very important to the ways in which people relate to one anther socially. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Cricket has become more popular than national sports in the subcontinent countries. what do you think are the reasons behind this?
Some people believe online reading material should only be used for a child to learn to read, whereas other believe that only printed material shoul be used. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the movement of people from rural to urban areas in three countries and predictions for 2025.
The two maps below show an island, before and after the construction of some tourist activities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people saay that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so commin that we no linger pa40y attention to it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The charts below show degrees granted in different fields at the National University in the year 1990,2000 and 2010.
The pie chart below shows the main reasons why agricultural lands become less productive. the table shows how these causes affected three regions of the world during the 1990s.
Your neighbours have recently written to you to complain about the noisefrom your house/flat. write a letter to your neighbours. in your letter
- Explain the reason for the noise
- apologise
- describe what action you will take
Some argue that brain drain may lead to dire consequences for home country, while others think it has marginal effect on society. Discuss and give your opinion.
Some people think that students in single-sex schools perform better academically. Others, however, believe that mixed schools provide children with better social skills for adult life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
When talking about success, we often think of people who are rich or famous. In your opinion, what are the qualities that characterise a successful person? Why do you think these should be the criteria? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that the governments should spend on tall pieces of art like sculptures on the display in the outside areas. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The chart below shows the salaries of secondary/high school teachers in 2009. Describe the main features of the figures.
Some say that music is as important as other subjects at schools to promote learning in children life. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.
Fossil fu els, such as coal, oil and natural gas, are the main source for many countries. However, some nations are using alternatie energy such as solar power and wind power. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
People in your area are having problems with their internet connection. Write a letter to the company which provides the connection. In your letter,
•describe the problems
•explain how it is affecting people
•say what the company should do to help
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the view?
You have trouble paying rent for the house where you live. Write a letter to your landlord explaining your current financial situation and ask for a house change.
Children should take part time jobs in their free time or they should totally focus on their studies. What are the advantages and disadvIantages to children of doing so?
Recent figures show an increase in violent crime among youngsters under the age of 18. Some psychologists claim that the basic reason for this is that children these days are not getting the social and emotional learning. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this option ?