In some countries, the difference in age between parents and children is generally greater than it was in the past. Do you think the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
MANY PEOPLE PREFER TO WATCH FOREIGN FILMS RATHER THAN LOCALLY PRODUCED FILMS. WHY IS THIS THE CASE? SHOULD GOVERNMENT GIVE MORE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO LOCAL FILM INDUSTRIES?
Topic 14: (25/06/2016) Some people think it is more important for government to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on the treatment of people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Employer should focus on personal qualities over qualifications and experienced when choosing someone for a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show degrees granted in different fields at the National University in the years 1990, 2000, and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should Degrees Granted at the National University.
The line graph below shows the average temperatures of three Afrıcan cities through the year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The media is icreasing interest in famous people who ahve ordinary backgrounds. Why do you think people are interested in their lives? Do you think tis is a good thing?
Some people say that the only way to get success is to go to universities while others think that it depends on other factor.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is important for people to take risk, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risk outweuigh the disadvatages ?
some people think that the government i s wasting money on arts and that this money could better be spent elsewhere. To what extents do you agree with this view?
''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 this opinion?
What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?’'
In many counties around the world,rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is positive or a negative devlopment ?
Many People today would argue that cinemas are becoming irrelevant due ti new streaming services. to What extend do agree or disagree?
In some countries, most people prefer to rent their homes rather than buying them. What are the advantages and disadvatages of renting a home ?
Some people think that shops should sell food products from the local areas rather than products from other countries. Do you agree or disagree?
Many parents complain that computer games have no value to their children's study. On the contrary, those online games have produced a lot of negative effects on their mental and physical development. What is your opinion?
You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work. In your letter:
Explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
Describe some skills and qualities that would be useful
Give some details of when would you be available for work
Some people believe that zoos are cruel and morally wrong because they only keep animals in captivity. Others think that zoos play a variety of important roles aside from entertaining the public. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Public museums and art galleries are not necessary because nowadays people can see the historical objects and works of art in these places on the Internet. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the quantities of goods transported in the United Kingdom between 1974 and 2002 by 4 different modes of transport.
The charts below show the mortality rate by age and gender in Africa in 1950, 1980, and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feathures, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart shows the minimum number of days spent per week on sport and exercise by young people in England. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
Parents should not force their kids to choose a profession. To what extent do you agree?
The graph below shows the average number of UK commuters travelling each day by car, bus or train between 1970 and 2030. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the mainfeatures, and make Comparisons where relevant.
The users of social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, are replacing face-to-face contact in this century. Do you think the advantages of this way outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think the increasing business and cultural contact between countries bring many positive effects. Other say it causes the loss of national identities. Discuss both side and give your opinion.
In many cities there is little control on the design and the construction of new homes and office building, people can build houses in their own style . What are the advantages and disadvantges of this situation ?
Some people think that children should learn about history at school. Others however, believe that other subjects are more relevant to children’s lives today. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The graphs show crimes that took place in the city of Greenvale and arrests from 2010 to 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and report the main features, and make comparisons where relevant。
Some people believe that the government should invest more money in sports facilities for the public, while others believe it is a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It is not necessary for people to travel abroad to learn about other countries.
We can learn it from books, films and the Internet.
To what extent do you agree or disagree
People wants their countries to host an international sporting events other believes that international sporting events brings more problems than benefits Discuss both views and give your opinion
Fresh water has become a global problem for the world. What are the reasons of it? What measures government and individuals should take to resolve this?
some people think that it is a good idea to socialise with work colleagues during evenings and weekends . other people think it is important to keep working life completely separate from social life . discuss boyh these views and give youe own opinion .
you rent a four-bedroom house, which you share with two other students. However, there are several problems with this house that need fixing. You also find it expensive and would like to find another student to share the spare bedroom.
write a letter to the state agency. in the letter
explain your situation
describe the problems with the house
say what would you like to happen
write at least 150 words.
In some cultures, childrens are often told they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
The charts below give information about the number of train passengers and the percentage of trains running on time from 2000 to 2009 in Japan. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Other people think the government should focus on social services such as health and education programs. Which statement do you agree with? Explain and provide examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should be required to help with household tasks as soon as they are able to do so.
The maps indicate how the town center of Islip is expected to be redeveloped from its current setup.
The given graph illustrates the figure related to the attendance of visitors to 4 different tourist destinations in the Uk in 1981 and 1999.
Some people believe that young people benefit from working while studying at school or university. Others think that young people will achieve more by focussing on their studies. Discuss both of the view points and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience. days?
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the cities is increasing. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some children recieve almost no encouragement from their parents regarding their performance at school, while other children recieve too much pressure from their over enthusiastic parents which can have a negative impacts on the child. Why do you think some parents put too much pressure on their children to perform well at school? What do you think the role of a parents should be in their child education?
Nowadays, there is a trend that media reports focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Each individual should be held fully responsible for their own health, so government should not be responsible for covering the medical fees of their people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement.
In recent years technology has significantly changed the interaction between people. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The growing numbers of overweight people is putting a strain on a health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, the most important task is the environmental protection of our planet for future generations. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?