Some people feel that it is necessary to test new medicines on animals, while other people feel that this is not fair on animals and not necessary. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The graph gives information about the consumption of fast food (in grams per week), in the UK from 1970 to 1990.
Some feel that school uniforms make schools safer for students, create a "level playing field" that reduces socioeconomic disparities and encourage children to focus on their studies rather than their clothes. Others say school uniforms infringe upon students' right to express their individuality, have no positive effect on behaviour and academic achievement. Discuss both sides & give your opinion.
In the past, people usually stayed in one place throughout their lives. These days, people often move around. They often live in several different places in their lifetime. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant information from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people work for the same organization all their working life. Others thibk that it is better to work for different organizations. Discuss bothe views and give your owb opinion.
In some countries, online shopping is gradually replacing in-store shopping. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative impacts. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The maps below show the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the infrromation by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
All around the globe every year many animal species become extinct. However, some people feel that governments should be concerned more with solving the problems of human life. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In numerous nations, there is a growing trend for individuals to frequently discuss financial matters, such as their earnings or expenditures, in everyday conversation. What are the reasons behind this phenomenon? Is it advantageous or detrimental?
The figures provide info about growth in ecomomic and household expenditure across a range of categories. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people use written language in a less formal and more relaxed way. Why? Does this development have advantages and disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, good schools and medical facilities are available only in cities. Some people think new teachers and doctors should work in rural areas for a few years, but others think everyone should be free to choose where they work. Discuss and give your own opinion.
There are now millions of cars on roads in most big cities. Pollution from cars is the most important problem that big cities face today. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many manufactured food and products contain high level of sugar, which causes several health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important for children’s development as other subjects, so they should be compulsory in high school. Do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts below show the changes in annual spending by a particular UK school in 1981, 1991 and 2001. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of leaving your country to live or study abroad? Try to do this under exam conditions — try to avoid looking at any notes you've made while studying this section. Remember, in the exam you'd have about 40 minutes to complete this task.
The graph below shows the information about electronic games in South Korean in 2003.
You recently discovered that there are plans to construct a new block of flats in your local area.
Write a letter to the local authority. In your letter:
· explain how you know about the plans
· describe the negative effects this will have on your neighbourhood
· suggest a possible solution to the problem
Your Next Door neighbor often listens to loud music late at night. Because of the loud music , you often have problems sleeping.
Write a letter to the authority of the building.
In your letter
Describe the situation
Explain the problems it is causing you.
Propose a solution to the problem
Air travel is responsible for a lot of pollution in our environment. Some people think that prices of airplane tickets should be increased in order to reduce air traffic. Do you agree or disagree?
"Individual actions have little or no effect on climate change. For this reason, worthwhile change can ony be made at governmental level. To what extent do you agree or disagree?"
Some people believe that entertainers are more important than scientists.Do you agree or disagree. Support with reason and example from your own expert.
Nowadays children prefer electronic games to other games and toys? Why is it happening? Is it a positive or negative development?
Recently somepeople can work from using modern technology. Some say this only benefits the workers, but not employees. Do you agree or disagree?
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 offer.
The line chart illustrates the proportion of female parliament members in Germany, Italy, France, the UK and Belgium from 2000 to 2012.
Some people believe that children should be required to learn a second language in primary school. Others think it is better to wait until secondary school. Do you agree or disagree?
The table below shows information about age, average income per person and population below poverty line in three states in the USA. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Euthanasia, or mercy killing, has been in the news more and more recently. Many people are strongly against such a practice, but there is a growing demand to have it legalized. How far do you agree with euthanasia being legal? Write an essay on it
Children are now less active in their free time than in the past. Therefore, sports lessons must be compulsory in school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The map below show the centre of a small town Islip as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
One of your neighbour's children has accidentally broken the front windows of your car . You should write a letter to his/her parents and in your letter you should
Introduce yourself
Explain how it happened
And what they should do
It costs a lot of money for a country to host an international sports event, such as the Olympic Games or football World Cup. Some people think that this is a waste of money, while others believe the opposite. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The two graphs below show the average hours or daily sunshine and temperature throughout the year in two cities in Australia.
The line graph shows the percentage of different age groups of cinema visitors in a particular country. Summarize the information and make comparisons where relevent.
Should children be encouraged to be competitive in sports and other activities? Or is it better to learn the benefits of co-operating with other people? Discuss both these view and give your own answer.
Some organisations believe that their employees should dress smartly. Others value quality of work above appearance. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
“Many people find it hard to balance their work with other parts of their lives. What are the reasons for this? How can this problem be overcome?”
The bar chart below show number of seals, whales and dolphins recorded in the gormez straits from 2006 to 2008
The maps below show changes that have taken place at a zoo inAustralia between 1960 and now.
Some people think parents are responsible for transporting their children to school. Others think it is the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
the diagram below shows how one type of coal is used to produce electricity summarize their information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison were relevant you report should comprise a minimum of 150 words
You are a student, and your local government has recently proposed a new policy to increase the homework for students. They believe that more homework will improve educational outcomes. However, there is a heated debate in your community regarding this proposal. Some people argue that homework will burden students and take away from their free time and extracurricular activities. Others believe that it will provide more time for focused learning and better prepare students for their future.
As a student, please write a letter to your local government to provide your opinion on whether you support or oppose the proposed policy.
Many people today find it difficult to balance the demands of their work and personal life. What are the causes of this situation, and what can individuals and employers do to reduce the problem? You should give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience.
the table below shows daily il production in 4 countries from 2000 to 2004
Today youth are unemployed even after completing their education. What are the reasons behind growing youth unemployment? What effects does it have? According to you how can this problem of youth unemployment be overcome?
The world health organization recommends that people should eat five or more portions of fruit and vegetables per day. The bar chart shows the percentage of males and females in the UK by age group in 2006. Summarize the information by describing the main features of the charts and making comparisons where appropriate.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.
“Fatherhood ought to emphasised as much as motherhood. The idea that women are solely responsible for deciding whether or not to have babies leads on to the idea that they are also responsible for bringing the children up.”
To what extend do you agree or disagree?
You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken.
Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter
● describe the problem with the equipment
● explain what happened when you phoned the shop
● say what you would like the manager to do.