The pie charts below show the propotions of visits to Ireland last year by age group, and by gender and type of visit. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. Popular events like the football World Cup and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
in today's wolrd many people own a smartphone. do you think the advantages of owning a smartphone outweigh the disadvantage?
You recently visited a local gym and were unhappy with the cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities. Write a letter to the manager of the gym.
In your letter:
•Explain the problems you noticed
•Describe how these problems affected your experience
•Suggest what could be done to improve the situation
Some people say that in our modern age, it is unnecessary to teach children about the skills of handwriting. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table shows the percentage of journeys made by different forms of transport in four countries, The bar graph shows the results of a survey into car use.
n some countries, there are more young people choosing to enrol in work-based training instead of attending university. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
Overpopulation of urban areas has led to numerous problems. What serious problems has this caused and what should governments and individuals do to tackle these problems. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge
The government should prioritize funding for science education over other subjects to promote a country’s development and progress. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea?
Some people think that in order to solve trafic and transportation problems people should be encouraged to live in citeies rather than in suburbs or in the countryside. To what extent do you agree or disagree
You are moving to a new city and are looking for a place to live there.
Write a letter to a friend who lives in that city. In your letter,
• explain why you are moving
• describe the kind or place you would like to live in
• ask your friend for advice about finding a place to live
some say that because many people are living much longer, the age at which people retire from work should be raised considerably. To what extent, do uou agree or disagree?
You travelled to another city on business last week, and there was a problem with your hotel room. Write to the hotel manager. In your letter... •- Tell the manager about the problems you had •- Explain to them how you feel about what happened •- Let them know what actions you would like them to take.
The rise of convenience foods has helped people keep up with the speed of the modern lifestyle. what are the advantages of this trend? do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Modern technology has a great impact on environment. Some say that people should adopt simple life style to avoid this problem, while others argue that technology itself should provide the solution. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. K
The line graph demonstrates that the average amount of money females earned as a proportion of male's earnings in the USA from 1975 to 2005.
Research has shown that spending much less time in office can reduce the use of energy(for example,electricity,gas).Thus,some companies close for some days a week.Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Many people prefer to watch foreign film rather than locally produced films. Why could this be? Should governments give more financial support to local film industries?
Today more and more tourist are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as Sahara or the antartic. Discuss advantage and disadvantage for tourist who visit these places.
In some developed nations, it is seen that there is a growth in the average life expectancy. Despite the fact that more and more elderly people give society either individuals a host of disadvantages, societies can take steps to mitigate these potential problems.
Some people believe that to give opportunuties to the new generation, companies should encourage high level employees who are older than 55 to retire. Do you agree or disagree?
The international community must act immediately to ensure that all countries reduce the consumption of fossil fuels (e.g. gas and oil). To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays, most companies improve their living standards through economic development. However , some social values are lost as a result. Do you think that the advantages of the phenomenon out weigh the disadvantages?
Public library should provide books and not waste their limited resources on expensive high-tech media such as software, applications, videos or DVDs. Do you agree or disagree?
People believe that they should be able to keep all the money they earn and should not pay tax to the state. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
Some university student want to learn about other subject in addition to their main subjects. Other believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to study for a qualification. Discuss both view and give your opinion
Some think the best way to reduce the time people spend in travelling to work is to replace the parks and gardens close to the city centers with apartment buildings where commuters can live, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The provided charts delineate the change of home in one country from 1920 to 2019 concerning the possession of home appliances and housework time.
Discussion Some people get into debt buying things they don’t need and can’t afford.What are the reasons for this behaviour?What action can be taken to prevent people having this problem?
Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre is a waste of money. Government must invest this money in public service instead. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that universities should only accept students with high marks. Others think that students of all ages and abilities levels should be able to attend universities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Influence of human beings on the world's ecosystem is leasing to the extinction of species and loss of bio-diversity. What are the primary caused of loss of biodiversity? What solutions can you suggest?
Living in a another country where you have to speak aforeign language cancasue serious social problems as well as practical problem. what is your opinion?
Some people believe that good teamwork is what makes companies successful . Others feel that it is more important to have a good leader . Discuss both views and give your opinion .
Nowadays many people choose ready-made food and refuse to cook at home. Why do you think it happens? What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a choice?
You have just started a course in a college which has no facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of private sports club. In your letter
Introduce yourself
Say why you are interested in this sportc centre
Ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities,members,cost
In many countries, people are moving away from rural areas and towards urban areas. Why do you think that is? What problems can this cause?
The practice of illegally hunting wild animals continues to cause concern in many countries ,particularly developing countries. What are the causes of such hunting? What are the effects on the animals and on the wider human society in these countries and beyond .
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Television has developed communication among friends and family. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion
More and more people want to buy famous brands ofclothes, carsand other items. What are the reasons? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Imagine that a company plans to build an industry in your hometown. Discuss the factory might improve your community. Do you favor or oppose to build in your community. Give reasons and examples.
Some people believe that it is important to spend money on family celebration such as weedings and birthdays while other think this is a waste of money .discuss both the veiws .
The disgram below shows what happens to pollutants from farming and industry once in a river system. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that showing crime-related content on television and in newspapers has negative consequences on society and should be restricted. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many adults nowadays prefer spending their free time playing computer games. Why do they do this? Is this a positive or negative development?
People living in the 21st century enjoy a better standard of living than people in previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in seprate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
It is suggested that everyone wants to own a car, a TV and a fridge. Do the disadvantages to society outweigh the advantages?