Some people are concerned that the Earth will not grow enough food to feed the world’s population in future, and yet tons of food are thrown away each day. One solution is to tax companies or restaurants that waste food. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
The maps illustrate the major developments in the town of Springer from 1970 to the present. Overall, the city’s landscape has undergone significant transformations over this fifty-year period, marked by numerous changes and the introduction of new amenities. In 1970, Springer was primarily a rural area, characterized by a vast forest, large farmland, and only a few buildings, including two houses and one shop. However, the town has experienced dramatic changes over the years. Notably, much of the forest was cleared to make way for various new facilities. A school was built at the town’s center, surrounded by numerous shops. In the top right-hand corner, an airport was constructed, located near a small remaining portion of the forest, as well as some flats above the shops. The large farmland from 1970 was reduced significantly to accommodate additional apartments and new housing. Moreover, there has been a marked increase in the number of roads connecting the buildings compared to the 1970 layout (disposition). Despite these developments, some green spaces from the original forest remain, particularly a stretch of greenery along the western edge of the town. In conclusion, Springer has been transformed dramatically from a rural settlement in 1970 to a more urbanized area today.
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign langulage can cause serious problems, as well as practical problems. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In many countries it is very easy to apply for and be given credit card. However, this causes some people to have problems with debt they cannot pay back. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Computer games are very popular in all age groups and nationalities. Parents think it has little educational value and harmful effects. What is your opinion about this? Give examples based on your own experience.
‘Children do not respect their parents as much as they did in the past. This behaviour is now having a negative impact on society.’ Discuss. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows our methods of dealing with waste in four countries. Summary the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Young people often have idea or attitudes that are different to those their parents and grandparents. How do ideas and attitudes differ between generations ? Do you think these differences cause any problem?
In some countries, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this messsage ?
Some people believe that international companies should take responsibility for dealing with environmental and social problems in the world. Do you agree or disagree?
Some peolpe think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of university?
Some people prefer to work hard to earn more but have no free time while others want to have a free time but earn less Discuss both these views and give your opinion
Some people believe that children should spend all of their free time with their parent. Other believe that this is unnecessary or even negative. Discuss the possible arguments on both sides, and say which side you personally support.
Some people think that animals should be treated as friends. Yet, others only consider animals as sources of food and clothing. What is your opinion?
1. You recently discovered that there are plans to construct an airport in your locality. Write a letter to the local authority.
In your letter, you should tell:
• explain how you knew about the plans
• describe the negative effect of the construction on your neighbourhood
• suggest a possible solution to the problem.
Some people believe that artists should always be given the freedom to express their ideas. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons hwre relavant.
Some people think that newspapers are the best way to get news. However, others believe that other media are better sources of news. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The graph shows data about the average Saturday sales of two bakeries in London in 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that it's a good idea to socialise with work colleagues during evenings and weekends. Other people think it’s important to keep working life completely separate from social life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that it is better for individuals to learn new skills through online courses, while others think traditional classroom learning is more effective. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A rise in the standard of living in a country often only seems to benefit cities rather than rural areas. What problems can this cause? How migth these problems be reduced?
The chart below shows the average cost of monthly contract for different mobiles(cell phones) in a European country from January to September 2002
In many countries women and men are working full time. It is therefore logical for women and men to share household work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The two maps illustrate an island, before and after th constructions of some tourist facilities
some people think that young people should be free to choose any career they like while others say they should think more realastic about their future. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, the population density of adolescents is much higher than the other age groups, especially the older people. This essay will first discuss about the advantages and, secondly, state some disadvantages of having less experienced people in a country.
"As a result of electronic inventions such as smartphones and tablets, people do less physical activity, and this is having a negative effect on their health". To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe cycle have a lot of advantage. whereas others believe bicycle has more disadvantage. discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The line graphs lower depicts the changing of population in the period from 1940 to 2000 in three different counties in the U.S. state of Oregon.
You have recently attended a marriage ceremony in your country. You have an English-speaking friend who you want to describe your experience of attending this marriage ceremony.
Write a letter to this English-speaking friend. In your letter,
whose marriage ceremony it was
give details of this marriage ceremony
invite your friend to come and visit your country
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………………..,
The graph below shows the price of bananas in 4 different countries from 1996 to 2004. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You have got one week break from your office and you want to go on a trip with your uncle as you both like adventurous activities. Write an emaill to your uncle to ask to go on a trip with you. Write an email to your uncle in about 150-200 words. Your email should do the following things: : What you can do thore Where and when you want to go * Why do you want to go with your uncle only
You have just spent a weekend at a friend’s house. When you returned home, you discovered you have left a coat containing some belongings in his house.
Write a letter to your friend telling him that you left the coat. Tell him what the coat looks like, where you think you left it and what was inside it. Make some suggestions about how to get it back.
A lot of young people take a gap year before they start university. Do you think this is a good or a bad thing?
People nowadays tend to take their family to another country when they work abroad. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages ?
The chart below g/vas information about how families in one country spent their weekly income in 1968 and in 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main loaturos, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some scientists argue that educating people should eat less junk food to stay healthy, but others think educated people do not work. Discuss both opinions and talk about do you agree or not agree.
Once children start school, teachers have more influence than parents on their intellectual and social development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Children have to be educated but they also have to be allowed to learn things by themselves. To what extent do you agree? How will education develop in the future?
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatment instead of visiting the usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
There is little control over the design and construction of new homes and office buildings, and people can build in whatever style they like. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Advertising has become an inevitable part of our lives. Some people believe that it is a positive aspect of our lives while others are of opposite belief. What are advantages and disadvantages of Advertising?
Some people think that cultural traditions will be lost if they are used as money-making attractions for tourists. Others believe this is the only way to preserve these traditions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows information about the percentage of female students on four different courses at one university from 1970 to 2015
The pie chart blow shows the average household expenditures in Japan and Malaysia in the year 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people believe the Earth’s climate is changing as a result of human activity. What are the reasons for this? What solutions can you suggest?
Some people think that advertising is a major factor in driving consumer demand. Others believe that consumers are becoming more immune to advertising. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people believe that the working week should be shorter and that employees should be given longer weekends. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this idea?
The table and charts below give information about doctors in Australia between 1986 and 2006. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.