In recent years, young people in many countries choose to live by themselves. What are the reasons and is it a positive or negative development?
Some people claim 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 thnk laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
The proliferation o f private cars on the roads in many parts o f the world has led to serious problems o f pollution and may contribute to global warming. Some people think
that governments should spend money for the development o f public transportation systems in order to help alleviate this problem. Others think it is better to spend money
for the development o f electric and other types o f cars that may cause less pollution.
Do you think it is better for governments to spend money developing public transportation or developing new kinds of cars? Why or why not? Give reasons for your
answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
As the internet becomes more popular, newspapers are becoming a thing of the past. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
One of your friends wants to apply for a job at a summer school as a sports trainer. Write a letter to the camp manager to recommend your friend. In you letter:
Say how well you know your friend
Describe the qualifications and experience that your friend has
Explain why your friend would be suitable for this job.
Some people think that one good way to promote world peace is through international sporting events, while others think that it is not. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Universities should enrol equal members of male and female students in all subjects. Do you agree or disagree?
There are so many advantages of learning a second language. People can travel and have a job by learning languages.
Directors of large companies often receive much bigger salary increases than ordinary workers. Employer’s organization say that in a global market this is necessary to attract the best management talent. What are your views? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people think there is no need for professional photographers as everybody knows how to click pictures. What is your opinion? Include any relevant personal experience and knowledge
Some people believe that the internet has made face-to-face communication less important and has led to increased social isolation. Others argue that the internet has improved our ability to stay connected with friends and family, making us less isolated. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
The bar chart below illustrates five different industries' percentage share of Country B's economy in 2005 and 2015 with a forecast for 2025. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram presents how pulp and paper are made. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Modern buildings change the character and appearance of towns and cities. The government should insist that new buildings be built in traditional styles to protect cultural identity. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessery 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 childre
Some people say it is important to keep your home and workplace tidy, with everything organised and in the correct place. Whats is your opinion on this?
You recently stayed in a hotel in a large city. The weather was very unusual for the time of year and the heating / cooling system in the hotel was quite inadequate.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter:
give details of what went wrong
explain what you had to do to overcome the problem at the time
say what action you would like the manager to take
Political dynasty is a form of political strategy, especially in developing countries. What problems does political dynasty cause, and what solutions can you suggest for governments and businesses to take?
Certain people claim that the most efficient method to form an opinion on a topic is by utilizing any accessible information source. On the contrary, there are individuals who assert that it is better to rely exclusively on a limited number of reputable channels when in search of facts and data. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
**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?**
**Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.**
The charts below show what UK graduate and post graduate students who did not go into full-time work did after leaving college in 2008.
The maps show the changes on plan of dock between 1980 and today. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you for your job. Write a letter to the shop or company to witch supplied the equipment. In your letter -describe the problem with the equipment -explain how this problem is affecting your work -say what to want the shop or the company to do
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing house work in households in one country between 1920 and 2019.
Some believe it is important for cities and towns to invest heavily in building large outdoor public spaces.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
the diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant
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 these are the not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language 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.
The use of smartphone is decreasing our collective intelligence because we are reliant on the technology and not our own minds. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Robots and artificial intelligence are being to replace in the workplace. Why is thi happening ? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society ?
The pie charts show the figure for production of different products in 2 countries in million tons a year
The chart below shows the percentage of households in owned and rented accommodation in England and Wales between 1918 and 2011. ▪️Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
It is more important for student to learn about local history than world history, To what extend do you agree or disagree.BBB
Some feel that school uniforms make schools safer for students, create a “level playing field” that reduces socio economic disparities and encourage children to focus on their studies rather that their clothes. Others say school uniforms infringe upon students’ rights to express their individuality, have no positive effect on behavior and academics achievement. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
The table below shows the production of milk annualyin four countries in 1990, 2000, and 2010.
The graph below shows the amount of money spent on books in Germany, France, Italy and Austria between 1995 and 2005. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
High school and university students should be required to complete a certain number of volunteer hours before graduating. Do you agree or disagree?
TOPIC: Governments give a lot of support to artists, even though some people think it is a waste of money that could have been used elsewhere. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It is better to have one true friend than all the acquaintances allies in the world. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The chart below shows the number of jobs in tourism related industries in one UK city between 1989 and 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. this is the topic
Many working people get little or not exercise during the work day, and have health problems as a result. Why do so many people not get enough exercise? What can be done about this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
the graph below gives information on rhe numbers of paricipants for different activities in melbrone australia for the period 2000 to 2020
Today, more and more full-time university students focus on other activities rather than spend a lot of time studying. Some people think it is essential for university students to be involved in other activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
REVISION ----- All large companies should provide sports and community facilities to the local community. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
The pie chart below show the average household expenditures in a county in 1950 and 2010.
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 postive or a negetive development ?
Nowadays plastic money replacements such as credit and debit cards are extremely popular, even more than banknotes and coins.Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Traditional music is being lost as more and more people listen to international artists. What are the advantages and disadvantages of preserving traditional music?
You want to hold a surprise party for a friend who is visiting his hometown after a long time from a foreign country. Write a letter to a common friend asking for his help in organizing the party and in your letter:
Write the reasons for organizing the party
Describe when, where and how you would be organizing the party
Ask your friend to meet you in person for further discussions
Some people think government should subsidies food and vegetables to make healthy food cheaper. Other argues that tax should be set on unhealthy food. Discuss both views and gives your opinion.
Crime appears to be rising in most countries in the world, especially among young people. What is the cause and effect?