Some people think that it is good for a country’s culture to broadcast foreign films and TV shows. Others, however, think it is best to produce local films and shows. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Companies now prefer to hire people with good social skills as well as good academic qualifications. Do you think that social skills are now getting more important than educational qualifications?
Some people believe that social media has had a negative impact on society, while others argue that it has brought about positive changes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that being able to communicate with others online is breaking down geographical barriers and enabling people, who would normally never have the chance to meet to commuicate . What are the advantages of international communication online ? Are there any disadvantages of this ?
ou are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick.
Write to another classmate and invite her/him to the party. In your letter:
- Explain the reason for the party.
- Give the date and time of the party.
- Suggest that the classmate could bring to the party.
Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment. Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You are interested in attending a short course at a college in an English speaking country.
Write a letter to the college administration. In the letter:
• mention what course you would like to attend
• give details about your educational background and work experience
• say why you choose this college
Some people say music is a good way of bringing people of different culture and ages together. To what extend do you agree or diagree with this opinion?
Some people think universities should provide knowledge and skills related to a future career; others think the true function of university is to give access to knowledge for its own sake. What is your opinion of the main function of university?
Nowadays, sports is a big business with high earnings for professional sports people and companies involved both financially and other ways. Is this a positive or negative development for sports? Give reasons for your
Scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the governments rather than private companies. Do you agree or disagree?
The graph below gives information about how teenagers (aged 12-19) in one state in the United States communicated with each other. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
The majority of people believe that zoos ought to prohibited while others think that zoos must supported . In my opinion , I agree that zoos have positive effects on animals
some people believe that studying at university or college is the best rout to a successful career, while other believe that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Despite health warning a large number of people continue to smike all over the world. Why should we concern about this? What solutions would you suggest.
Some people are of the opinion that charity should be extended the helping hands outside the place they live and others feel contrary. Discuss
To be labelled a ‘Work of Art’, a painting, sculpture or other art form should display certain qualities that are unique. However, over the past century there has been a decline in the quality of prize-winning artwork and it is now possible for quite ordinary pieces of art to be labelled ‘masterpieces ’ while true work of art pass unnoticed. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that the condition of the natural world will deteriorate steadily in future years due to pollution and other human factors. Others argue that current levels of conservation will be maintained and that natural habitats will be preserved. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Topic: Some people think that the modern communication technology is having a negative effect on social relationship. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
A longer prison term as a way of punishing those who break the law is not as good as other method. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people think that success in life coms from hard work and determination, while others think that there are more important factors such as money and appearance. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that people have the right to university education, and government should make it free no matter what their financial background. To what extent do vou agree or disagree?
Some people think that computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your opinion.
Some people think that range of technology currently available is increasing gap between rich and poor people. Others think that it is causing the opposite effect. Discuss both views and give ur opinion.
in today 's world many people own a smartphone. Do you think the adavantages of owning a smartphone outweigh the disavantages?
Rising university fees and scarce employment prospects for graduates ave led some people to say that univercities should not teach arts subjects like philosophy and history, and only offer practical degree courses that maximum use chances of employment agree or disagree?
Some people say History is one of the most important school sujects. Other people think that, in today's world, subjects like science and technology are more imporantn than history. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Other say that these are not the only reason why some should learn a foreign language. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing pub transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Public transportation is a great way to travel, particularly within a metropolis. The metro is the most convenient way to get around a city. Do you agree or disagree?
Some say that advertisements of toys and snacks have a huge impact on children and their parents, and therefore advertising to children should be banned. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Give your own opinion.
The given bar graph shows the main sources of energy for USA in 1980 and 1990. Write a report for a university lecturer making comparisons where relevant and reporting the main features.
Today people can work and live anywhere they want, because of the improvements in communicant technology and transport. Do advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Many people say that people learn foreing languages because of to work and to travel. Do you think are there any different reasons to learn foreing language? What is your opinion?
children nowadays watch significantly more television than in the past, which reduces their activity levels accordingly. Why is this the case? what measures can you suggest to encourage higher level of activity among children
Some people think that newspapers are the best way to get news. However, others people believe that they can get better through another media platform. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that it is good to share as much as information as possible in scientific research, business and academical world. Others believe that aome information is too important ot too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, in most countries, people often live alone or in small family units rather than large, extended family groups. Is this a positive or negative trend?
Some scientists think it is very soon that computers will be more intelligent than human. Some people think it is a positive development, while others think it is a negative development. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows the differences in wheat exports over three different areas. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
Environmental problems are caused by technological development. Some people say that the solution to these problems is for everyone to lead a simpler way of life while others say that technology can solve these problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people says that, history is one of the most important school subject. other people think, in todays world, subject like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both of the views and give your opinion
You are planning a holiday to Australia. You have been given the name and address of a hotel in the centre of Sydney and would like further information. Write a letter to the hotel. Ask about the availability of the rooms and the hotel's facilities. Find out if the hotel arranges day trips and ask them to send you a brochure.
your local newspaper is holding a competition to find a person who has done the most to help the local community. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. in your letter
name and describe the person you think should win
say how you know this person
explain how this person has helped the local community
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter
-say which points in the article you agree with
-explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
-offer to give a guide tour of your town to the writer of the article
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Many university students nowadays live away from their home and their parents because of their university location, while others live with their families. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each situation? Give reasons for your answers 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. Punishment is neccesary to help them learn this distinction. To what extend do you agree or disagree? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
The planet population is reaching unsuitable levels. To what consequences may overpopulation lead? In your opinions, what measure can be taken to fight overpopulation?
Some people think only parents are responsible for teaching children how to behave. Others think the main responsibility lies with schools and the government. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
As public safety is of the highest importance. it is often necessary to test new products on animals. It is befter for a few animals to suffer than for human life to be placed at risk by untested products. To what extent do you agree with above?