Since not all children have a natural talent for language, not all of them should start learning a foreign language in primary school. Do you agree or disagree?
IN THE MODERN WORLD IT IS NO LONGER NECESSARY TO USE ANIMALS FOR FOOD, CLOTHING OR MEDICINE. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.
Most governments emphasize much on tourism. It brings both income and trouble with promoting tourism. Discuss both avenues of this topic.
Some people think that governments should hold responsibility for not creating equal job opportunities for men and women, while others think that society is at fault. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Currently experiments on animals are extensively disseminated for establishing new medicines’, and to test harmlessness of other products. Some people assert that these tests must be banned, because making animals suffering is morally wrong, meanwhile other people support, since their profit for humankind.
Academic IELTS Sample 4 – The bar chart below shows the results of a survey and shows factors affecting work performance
Sample Question Version 03(Discuss both views) : In many countries, young adults are engaged in some kinds of work. Some people regard this as completely wrong. Others consider it as a valuable experience, important for learning and taking responsibilities. Discuss both views.
crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and tv crime dramas? Give reason for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Many university students live with their families while others need to live away from home because their universities are in different cities. What are the advantages and disadvantages in both situations? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Percentage of households with electrical appliances (1920-2019) Percentage of households with electrical appliances
The graphs below show the age of visitors from the UK to Spain in 1983 and 2003.Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
Media coverage of violent crime frightens people and encourages criminals. Therefore, some people believe this type of news should not be reported in newspapers or shown on TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, it is obligatory for school children to wear a uniform. Do the advatages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages? Provide reasons to support your answer and include any appropriate examples to illustrate your points.
Surveillance cameras in bank, offices, shops and streets have been very successful in reducing crime in the work place and in public, but they are also a tool for their users to spy on people’s private business. What problems do the use of Surveillance cameras create? Are there any solution? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge.
Shortage of Housing has given several social consequences. Only the government who can solve the problems. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Why don’t people take environmental issues seriously in spite of being given many warning by scientists? Why don’t people save energy in their daily life? Discuss the possible causes of these phenomena and give possible solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Families who do not send their children to government financed schools should not be required to pay taxes that supports universal education. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement? Support your answers with specific reasons and examples.
You have recently heard that a friend of yours has had some problems as a result
of some unusual weather. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter
-express concern (i.e. say you are sorry to hear what has happened)
-tell them about a similar experience that you once had
-give some advice or offer help
Has the importance of travel by water changed now from how it was in the past? Discuss these views and provide your opinion.
Some people claims that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste
Robots and artificial intelligence are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative inpact on society?
Many childhood diseases can now be prevented through the use of vaccines. Should parents be made by law to immunise their children against common diseases or should individuals have the right to choose not to immunise their children? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
In many parts of the world today there is a profitable market for products which lighten or whiten people’s skin. Outline the reasons for using such products and discuss what effect they have in terms of health on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishments should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviours to children?
A magazine wants to include contribution from its readers for an article called 'the book that influenced me most". Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influences you most.
In your letter,
•describe what this book was about,
•explain how this book influenced you,
•say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
Some people think that formal education should start for children as early as possible, while others think that it should not start until 7 years of age. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
maps The two maps below show the changes that have taken place in the town of Westley since 1815. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A growing number of people feel that animals should be not exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as human, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reason from your own experience and examples where relevant
Many people believe that the media plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion. Others argue that individuals have the power to form their own opinions independent of media influence. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think taht in today's world subjects like Science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example forrm your own knowledge or experience.
As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, some Governments are encouraging businesses to move the rural area. Do you think the advantages outweigh to disadvantages?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time summer. He/She has asked for your advice
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
* explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday - it is a new experience where you can enjoy the nature, example
* describe some possible disadvantages - sleeping at night is bit scary because of the animals
* say whether you would like to go to camping with your friend this summer - I'd like to join with you to go for a camping in coming summer
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
Crime rates have been increasing in many cities around the world. What are the key problems contributing to this rise in crime, and what solutions can be implemented to tackle these issues?
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
- describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team
- summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts
- say how you think the company should spend some mone
Some people believe that in order to reduce crimes,laws breakers should be given longer prison sentences,while others think there are other alternative ways. Discuss both views and give your opinion
It has been noted that many people who had a big impact on the world gave themselves completely to their work and did not bother with the idea of "work-life balance". To what extent should try to have a good work-life balance?
Rich countries often give money to poreer countries, but it does not solve their problem. Therefore, developed countries should not provide financial aid to poor countries, but other types of aid .To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Rich countries should allow jobs for skilled and knowledgeable employees who are from poor countries. Do you agreeor disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many cities around the world pollution levels have risen in recent years. Why are some cities becoming more polluted? What effects does this have? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
We cannot help everyone in tbe world that needs help, so we should only be concerned with our own communities and countries.To what extent do u agree or disagree.
Some people argue that young people should concentrate on study or work, but some people think it is better to put energy in activities designed to broaden their experience, such as international travel and volunteering. Discuss with examples or cases.
Many aspectof the way people dress today are influenced by global fasion trends. how has global fashion become such a strong influence on people;s lives? do you think this is a positive or negative development?
An increasing number of people do not know their neighbors, and there is no longer a sense of community. What do you think are the causes of this situation? What are the solutions to solve the problem?
At the present, the population some countries includes relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do advantages of this situation outweigh the diadvantages?
➢ In the year 1996, data was collected for the incidence of flu in a large country town, which is presented in the following illustration. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Traditionally, museums are known as knowledge centres for historical and cultural aspects. With the increasing use of the Internet, museums have become obsolete. Do you agree or disagree?
Having a good memory is the only requirement to be successful in life. Do you agree or disagree? Include relevant examples from your own experience and knowledge.
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today's youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an increasing early stage. Discuss the causes and some effects of the widespread drug use by young people. Give some recommendations that can be implemented.
Some people think that the development of technology helps to reduce crime, while other people think it encourages crime.Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
General Training Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Some members of your city council want to prohibit cars on several downtown streets. This will allow pedestrians and bicyclists to use the roads freely.
Write a letter to a city council official in your city. In your letter
Explain how you heard about the plan
Provide some possible effects of this plan
Give your opinion about the plan
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,