Nowadays many people have access to computers and a large number of children enjoy playing video games. What are the advantages and disadvantages of playing video games for children? (Band 8,5)
Historical monuments and museums are visited only by the tourists, locals do not visit them. Why is this is happening? What are the solutions to prevent this?
The chart below shows the number of men and women in further education in Britain in three periods and whether they were studying full time or part time.
the chart below gives onformation on number f workers in different occupations who migrated to australia between 2009 and 2012
Some people think it is better to study in a large class size whereas some others argue that it is better to study in a class with a small number of students. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The chart below gives information on the number of workers in different occupations who migrated to Australia between 2009 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the number of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the results of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below show the number of visitors to three museums between 2000 dan 2005.
Increasing number of people are choosing cosmetology surgery to improve their appearance. What are the reasons? Do you think is it a positive or negative development?
The graph shows the number of fatal injuries (resulting in death) of workers in New Zealand between 1992 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
The bar chart below shows the number of tourists in three nations who traveled to New Zealand in 1999 and 2009. The graph below shows the number of tourists who spent their holiday in two different ways. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the number of consumption amd production of potatoes in five parts of the world in 2006.
The charts below show information about the number of fish caught and the number of fishing boats used in Westhaven. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do yo agree or disagree with this opinion?
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicnes and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The first bar chart shows changes in the number of marriages and divorces in the USA, and the second chart shows figures for the marital status of American adults in 1970 and 2000.
A number of tertiary courses require students to undertake a period of unpaid work at companies or organization as part of their programs. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this type of course requirement?
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or disgaree with this opinion ?
The line graph below gives information on the number of participants for different activities at one social centre in Melbourne, Australia, for the period 2000 to 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The best way to remove poverty in developing countries is to provide 6 years of free education to all children so that they can read, write and use numbers. Do you agree or disagree?
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number,…) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking purposes. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
The graph below shows the number of library books read by boys and girls at Starmouth School from 2009 to 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Scientists and other researchers should focus their research on areas that are likely to benefit the greatest number of people. Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the recommendation and explain your reasoning for the position you take. In developing and supporting your position, describe specific circumstances in which adopting the recommendation would or would not be advantageous and explain how these examples shape your position.
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food.It is therefore necessary for governments to imposw a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
An increasing number of people are choosing cosmetic surgery. Why do people have operations to change the way they look? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The table gives information about the number of deep mines producing coal in the UK between 1913 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Essay topics: In many western countries there is an increasing number of couples choosing to have no children. What are the advantages and disadvantages to couples having no children?
The pie charts below show the number of hours spent in a British university library by undergraduates, postgraduates, and the total student population. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
With growing numbers of people convicted of crimes, prisons are getting full. People are beginning to call for the use of more alternative forms of punishment that do not involve a prison sentence for non-violent crimes. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a system?
Topic: the graph below shows the number of university graduates in Canada from 1992 to 2007.
The table below shows the results of an airline survey in 2002 of economy class business travelers.The number indictes how many male of female passengers in each age group rated a particular feature as their most important in-flight consideration.
Many large supermarkets are being built today while the number of small shops is decreasing. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
A growing number of people feel that animals shouldnot be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, 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.
The chart below shows the total number of Olympic medals won by twelve different countries
The bar chart below shows the total number of Olympic medals won by twelve different countries.
The graph demonstrates information about the amount of male and female prisoners from 1991 to 2001 in a country in Europe. Overall, it can be seen that the population of male convicts increased at the end of the time scale while the female prison population witnessed an opposite tendency. Additionally, the males in prison outnumbered the females throughout the timeframe. Looking at the figure of men in prison for further detail, it is evident that male prisoners remained unchanged from 1911 to 1921 with 2000 members. After reaching a dip in 1931 with around 10000 men, the number soared slightly and accounted for 2000 in 1951. In 1971, the figure rocketed and reached the peak at the final year of the timeframe with approximately 45000 people. Turning to the remaining statistics of the female convicts, it is apparent that the trend witnessed a sudden decline from 1911 to 1941. After dipping in 1941, the number of females rose marginally and constituted about 1500 people in 1961.
With a growing population one of the most pressing issues is that of feeding such a large number of people. Some people think that GM foods offer a viable solution to this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The government is banning motorcycles and bicycles in streets instead they are increasing the number of social automobiles. Do the advantages outweigh the drawbacks?
An increasing number of larger shopping areas, malls and department stores are leading to the decline of smaller corner shops. what are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping in larger shopping centers rather than smaller, more traditional shops?
With the advances in the field of technology, an increasing number of people are now working from home. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working remotely.
The graph below gives information on the numbers of particpants for a different activiities at one social centre in melbourne, Australia for the period 2000 to 2020.
The graph and table below show the average monthly temperatures and the average number of hours sunshine per year in three major cities. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons wheere relevant
In writing task describe the data in the two figures below that relate to banks in the UK. Figure A shows the total number of branches that the four biggest banks had open in 2014, while Figure B shows the number of branches that each of those banks closed in 2013.
Many people believe that educational standards have declined in recent times, particularly in the areas of literacy and numeracy . Discuss the causes of this problem and offer possible solutions to it.
The diagram below shows the number of temporary migrant workers in four countries in 2003 and 2006 and the number of these workers per 1000 people in 2006
The bar chart below shows the number of men and women attending various evening course at an adult education centre in the year 2009. The pie chart gives information about the ages of these course participants.
The graph below shows the number of overseas visitors who came to Japan for different purposes between 1990 and 2010.
Consumers are faced with increasing number of advertisements from competing companies. To what extent do you think are consumers influenced by advertisement ? what measure can be taken to protect them.
The charts shows numbers of UK tourists visiting two countries from 2010 to 2013.
Some people believe that increasing office hour is a reason for many social and personal problems and that is why the number of working hours a day should be reduced by 25%. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this reduction?