Nowadays individual take their family with them to abroad whenever they go for a business trip. What are the advantages and disadvantages on individual and on his/her family?
Some people believe that modern technology, such as the internet and smartphones,creates more problems than it solves.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people decide to start their own business instead of working for a company or organisation. Do the advantages for people working for their own business outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that physical fitness of strong individuals and teams is the reason for most sports achievements. Others, however, think that mental attitude is more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones.
Why is this the case ?
Do you think this is a positive or a negative delvelopment ?
Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest time of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, inspite of greater responsibilities.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
ın a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money shDiscuss both these views and give your own opinion.ould be spent on improving existing public transport.
To achieve personal happiness, the relationships we have with
other people (friends, colleagues, family) are more essential
than every other thing. Issues like wealth and occupations take
the second place. Do you agree or disagree ?
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 tour own opinion.
Communication technologies, such as smart phones, tablets and other mobile devices, have experienced rapid developments. Some people think the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Health and leisure
Life has become much more stressful compared to our parent’s generation. As a result, stress related illnesses are increasing around the world. Why is stress such a problem in the modern world and what do you think can be done to overcome the problems caused by stress?
Littering in cities is an increasing problem which needs to be dealt with. Some people think that steeper fines is the best way to deal with the problem. To what extent do you agree?
The graph below shows the amount of tea and tea imported by four countries in tonnes .summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main points and make comparisons where relevant
Some people think certain old buildings are worth preserving more than the other ones.Which types of old buildings should be preserved？Do you think the advantages of preserving old buildings outweigh the disadvantages？
Some businesses now say that no-one can smoke cigarettes in any of their offices. Some governments have banned smoking in all public places. Do you agree or disagree with this?
With recent developments in technology like e-books, some people feel that printed media like books, newspaper and magazines will soon be a thing of the past.
Others feel that these forms of media will never disappear.
What is your opinion?
In some countries, small town-centre shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
You stayed at your friends' house when you participated in a business seminar in Australia.You left a file with important documents in your room. write a letter to your friend, describing the file and
ask him to return it to you by post.
Some old people today struggle with the use of modern technology such as smartphones and computers? What is the cause of this? What are some possible solutions
Nowsday, a growing number of people with health problems are trying to alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development ?
Some people think that teenage years are the happiest times of most peoples lives.others think that adult life brings more happiness in spite of greater responsibilites .
Discuss both veiws and give your opinion.
The graphs below show the opening and closure and the types of magazines that opened in Southern Europe between 1995-2015
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
With the increasing use of mobile phones and computers, fewer people are writing letters. Some people think that the traditional skill of writing letters will disappear completely. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What do you think of the importance of letter-writing?
Many small businesses are being forced to close because they cannot compete with multinational corporations. What problems does this cause, and how can those problems be solved?
In many country average weight of the people increasing and fitness levels are decreasing. What do you think are the causes of problems and what measures could be taken solve them?
Write a letter to your friend asking him or her to take care of your childern while you are away on a business trip. In your letter, Write what they like to eat . Write how they would spend their time. Suggest an arrangement to pick them up after the trip.
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor.
Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest time of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both these view points and give your own opinion.
Present a written argument to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic:
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
Businesses should do anything they can to make a profit.
ILife has become much more stressful compared to our parent’s generation. As a result, stress-related illnesses are increasing around the world.
Why is stress such widespread in the modern world and what do you think can be done to overcome the problems caused by stress?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is becoming increasingly expensive to keep museums open to public. What do you think is the best way of funding them (e.g. government, businesses or individuals)?
We have witnessed that parents spend ample amount of money on children's parties. Some people believe that it is wastage of money and this trend is getting worse. What do you think about this trend? Do parents have any solution to this issue.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You recently saw an advertisement about a business conference that can be helpful for your work. Write a letter to your manager asking permission to attend the conference.
In your letter, say:
what the conference is about
how you know about the conference
explain to him/her why it is important that you attend this conference
You should write at least 150 words.
Some people believe that mobile phones conversation should be banned in crowded and social places. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Some people believe that cell phones should be for personal use only; others,
however, feel cell phones should be used mostly for work.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries, small town-center shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
Plastic containers have become more prevalent than ever. They are used in many businesses such as in the food and beverage sector. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Write about the following topic:
In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal fitness trainer, rather than playing sports or doing exercise classes.
What are the reasons for this?
Is this a positive or a negative development?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
One of your friends in a foreign country is starting an import-export business, and he has asked you to recommend a product from your country to him. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, -Say
what product you want to recommend to him –
Tell him/her where he/she can get this product –
Explain why you want to recommend this product
You’ve read an article about the company you work for in a business magazine. The article contains information that is wrong.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
• give details of the magazine
• explain what information about your company is wrong
• suggest what you think your manager should do
Although many people value public parks, this space could be better used for the other purposes such as residential areas for the ever growing population or to develop business and build economics. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Sport can be used to bring people from different cultures together. It helps to foster friendliness between nations, especially when sport-based tournaments or competitions are held. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Many things which were done in the home by hand in the past are now done by machines.
Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The use of mobile phones in public areas is as antisocial as smoking. Smoking is banned in certain places, so
mobile phones should be banned in the same way. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Young people are spending an increasing amount of time on tablets and phones as a form of entertainment.
Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets, many small local businesses are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The given 4 pie charts illustrate which three fast food restaurants were the most preferred among teenagers in Vietnam and Indonesia in two different years 2017 and 2027.
The willingness to take risks is the only way one can succeed in life, both personally and professionally. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
"According to those in the travel business, the nature of the average 'holiday' is changing. Rather than seeking a relaxing break in a far-away place, people now want excitement on their holidays and are keen to participate in unusual and challenging activities.
Do you agree or disagree?"
Many people think that every individual is responsible for their happiness,but sine people believe there are other external factors by hat influence us.discuss both views and give your own opinion.