Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neigbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Successful companies use advertisements to make more sales. What can make an advertisement effective? Do you think advertisements are a bad thing or a good thing for society?
In some countries ordinary citizens are allowed to keep a gun in their homes. Some people think this is a good idea, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Is it advantages or disadvantageous for the students?
The 3 pie charts below show the changes in annual spending by a particular UK school in 1981, 1991, and 2001.
Nowadays, people of all ages from certain parts of the world spend most time at home rather than going outdoors. Discuss the reason . It is good or bad?
In some countries it is mandatory that children learn multiple practical skills alongside formal knowledge in their general education, while in others it is optional for students to choose whether to take these classes so they are not distracted from their main curriculum. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows the number of books bought from different sources in one European country since 2000 with a projection for 2012.Summarise the information by selection and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
in some culture the parents arrange marriage for their children but in others people choose their own marriage partner. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each system?
You have recently been in a sports centre and noticed some issues in the changing rooms. Write a letter of complaint to the manager of the centre and say
– What was the problem?
– Explain why it is bothering you.
– Suggest a possible solution.
Reading books keeps a person’s mind active, whereas watching films and television is passive and does not require a person to use their imagination. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
n developing countries, children in rural communities have less access to education. Some people believe that the problem can be solved by providing more schools and teachers, while others think that the problem can be solved by providing computers and Internet access. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
To meet the growing need for food to support an increasing population, a country should make use of edible insect as a food source. However, some people believe that insect are not only unhealthy but harvesting them will also negatively affect nature. What are the benefits and drowbacks of eating insects?
More and more adults are playing computer games. why do you think is the reason for this. what are the good and bad things about playing computer games.
The given table illustrates all the expenses of a used bookstore in Scotland for January and December 2018.
The graph below shows the quantities of goods transported in the UK be-tween 1972 and 2000 by four different modes of transport. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that parents should tell stories or read to their children. However, others believe that these days this isn’t necessary as children have so many other sources for stories, such as books, films and TV. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
nowadays people waste a lot of food that was bought from shops and restuarant s. Why do you think people wast food ? what can be done to reduce the amount of food they throw away.
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everythin they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
plans below show the layout of a university's sports center now, and how it will look after redevelopment. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
It is pointless making children who lack artistic talent learn painting and drawing in Art classes at school. Instead, they should concentrate on other creative or practical subjects for which they may have more aptitude. 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 line chart below shows the effect of vaccination on the number of reported cases of whooping cough, a childhood disease, in Britain. The data was collected between the years 1940 and 1990.
Some people say that E book and modern technology will totally replace traditional newspapers and magazines. Do you agree or disagree?
Today, food travels thousands of miles from farms before it reaches consumers in urban areas. Why is this the case? Is this a positive or negative trend?
Some people argue that we have to think twice before deciding to eat fast food because of some health problems it may cause, while others believe that this kind of food is a good choice for those with a very busy life. Which opinion do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
In Britain, when someone’s gets old, they often go to live in a home with other old people where there are nurses to look after them. Some times the government has to pay for this care Who do you think should pay for this care, the government or the family? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries around the world, young people decide to leave their parents’ home once they finish school. They start living on their own or sharing a home with friends. Is this a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answers and include relevant examples.
Some people think studying in groups is better, while some think self-studying is better for school students. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Studies shows that many criminals have a low level of education. For this reason, some people believe that the best way to reduce crime is to educate people in prison so they could get a good job once they are released. To extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Some people think that dangerous sport should be banned others however believe that people should be free to choose sport activities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Today there is increasing concern over environmental problems. While some people believe that they must be solved on a domestic level, others think that only through international cooperation can environmental issues be dealt with. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Minh Bui
Some people think that students in single sex schools perform better academically others however belive that mixed schools provide children with better social skills for adult life.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that a significant difference between a parent’s age and their child's age is a good thing. Do you think the advantages of a significant age gap outweigh the disadvantages?
Some believe that training is necessary to be a good teacher, others think, teachers do not need a training course. Discuss both views along with your opinion
You are soon goi na to spend three months doing work experience in an organization.
Write a letter to the manager of the organization where you are going to do work experience.in your letter
Thank the manager for the opportunity to do work experience
Explain what you hope to learn from the work experience
Ask some questions about the work experience you are going to do
We are becoming increasingly dependent on computers. They are used in businesses, crime, detection and even to fly planes. What things will they be used for in the future? Is this dependence on computers a good thing or should we be more suspicious of their benefits? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extend do you agrer or disagree with this statemnet? Zhazira.
Some people believe that school should not be given homework by their teachers , whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children . Discuss both views and give your own opinion .
In some countries, marriages are arranged by the parents, but in other cases, people choose their own marriage partner. Discuss and give your own opinion.
Some people argue that the teenage years are the happiest time in a person's life, while others contend that adulthood brings more happiness despite the added responsibilities. Both perspectives have their merit. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The increasing prevalence of convenience food will lead to traditional method of cooking disappearing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many of today’s most urgent problems can only be solved through international cooperation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, people are no longer allowed to smoke in many public places and office buildings. Do you think this is a good rule or a bad rule? Use specific reasons and details to support your position.
Some people think that it is necessary to travel to other places to learn about cultures . Other say that books , films and the internet can be used as a source of information about different cultures. Do you agree or disagree ?
A few individuals believe that schools should focus on making students more competitive, whereas others assert that cooperation and teamwork are vital for students and must be given priority. I intend to mention both the views along with my opinion in the following paragraphs.
Some people say children should have organized free time activities. Others say that children should be free to choose what they do in their free time?Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Young people often copy the behaviour of adults, so all employees of VinGroup should only be allowed to eat healthy food or drink and should not encourage unhealthy habits such as smoking. Do you agree or disagree?
Competitiveness is generally considered a good quality for people to have in society. Do you think it is a positive development or negative trend ? how ddoes competitiveness affect individuals?
Today much of the food people ear gets transported from farms that are thousands of miles away. Some people believe it would be better for the environment and the economy if people only consumed food produced by local farmers. Would the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The pie charts compare how much the proportions of three fast-food outlets are favoured by teenagers in Vietnam and Indonesia in 2017 with projections for 2027.