Personal hygiene in the young seems to be neglected more so than ever before. What problems does this cause for the young? How can it be solved?
The table below shows personal saving as a percentage of personal income for selected countries in 1970, 1990 and 2010.
you have an account with a bank. you recently notices that the bank has taken extra money out of your account and you are not sure why.
Write a letter to the manager of the bank. in the letter:
1. describe the details of your account
2. explain the problem with your account
3. suggest, what you think the manager should do
1.In some countries, people are no longer interested in traditional celebrations and festivals. What are the reasons for this? What are the impacts on society?
due to the development and rapid expanision of supermakerts in some countries, many small, local business are unable to complete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local commnities. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Some people say that tourism has many negative effects on the countries that people travel to. How true is this statement? What can tourists do to reduce the harmful effects of tourism on local cultures and environment? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant exaples from your own experience.
The chart below shows the number of trips made by children in a country in 1990 and 2010 to travel to and from school by means of different methods of transport.
In some developing countries, it is difficult to get good teachers to work in rural areas which can have a negative impact on the education of children in those rural communities. Why do you think good teachers do not want to work in rural areas in developing countries? What could be done to solve this problem?
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country 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.
Unemployment remains the biggest challenge for school-leavers. To what extent do you agree? What other challenges do young people face today?”
Modern culture around the world have become similar when compared to the past. What are the reasons. Is it a positive development or a negative development, in your opinion.
In many countries, people do not recycle their rubbish as much as they could. Why do you think this is? What can be done to change this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The bar chart below shows the percentage of the population in the UK who consumed the recommended daily amount of fruit and vegetables in 2002, 2006 and 2010
Some people think that technology is now an invaluable study tool for young people. Others, however, believe that it is harmful for the studying process. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Public transports in many countries have improved. People should use public transport to support pollution control initiatives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this viewpoint? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
The pie charts below show the amount of electricity generated by energy source in Scotland for 20 years ago and last year. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
People are surrounded by advertising. Advertising can influence what people think So it has negative effects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A friend you met last year has invited you to visit him/her in his/her country. You have never been there before and need some information before you leave.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
request advise about a gift for his/her family
ask about activities and clothing in his/her country
find out about the food
You do NOT need to write any address.
You should write at least 150 words.
The given bar chart illustrate the proportions of divorce in two European countries (Finland, Sweden) from 2011 to 2015. These values are measured in percentages.
In many countries. paying for things using mobile phone (cellphone) app is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages?
THE CHART SHOWS THE NUMBER OF WORKING HOURS PER WEEK, IN INDUSTRIAL SECTOR, IN 4 EUROPEAN COUNTRIES IN 2002
In many countries a high proportion of criminal acts are committed by teenagers. What do you think are the causes of this problem? What measures could be taken to reduce this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your on knowledge or experience
In spite of the advances made in agricluture, many people around the world still go hungry. Why is the case? What can be done about this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that national sports teams and individual men and women who represent their country should be financially supported by the government. However, others argue that they should be funded by non-government sources (eg. Business, scholarship, etc). Discuss both view and give your opinion
In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for years between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.
Your family recently decided to sell their car, and not get anotehr one. Write an email to a friend telling them about living without a car. In your email you should; explain why your family decided to sell the car, describe how you will travel around in the future, say what might be difficult about not having a car.
The pie charts below show the coffee production, coffee consumption and the profit distribution around the world.
Some people say that supermarkets should have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging for products they sell. Others say it is the resposibility of the consumers to avoid such products. Discuss and give your opinion.
Living in a country where you have to speak a foregin language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical preoblems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevent examples from own knowledge or experience.
the table shows data about underghround railway systems in six majhor cities with date opened, kilometres of route and passenger nuymbers per year in millions.
Some people think that it is good for a country's culture to import foreign movies and TV programs. Others think that it is better to produce these locally. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Deforestation is one of the major environmental issues in many countries today. What are the main causes of deforestation? What measures can be taken to reduce its effects
Directors and managers of organizations are often older people. Some people say that it is better for younger people to be leaders. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Even with the constant improvements in health care, many countries are still struggling to provide adequate health provision to all of their citizens. What do you think are the main causes of this situation? What might be effective in tackling the problem?
young people are not only reacher, but also safer and healthier. however, they are less happy. what are the reasons and what can be done to solve this problem.
You want to hold a surprise party for a friend who is visiting his home town 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
You do not need to write any addresses.
More and more plactic waste has polluted cities, the countryside and oceans. What problems does it cause and what measures can be taken.
At the present time, the popualtion of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
3---1----- The charts below show the ground floor of a library in 2001 and how it was redeveloped in 2009.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many countries have compulsory military service for young men after they leave school. It would be a good idea for all countries to adopt this system for men, and possibly for women too. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Convenient mortgage system ,unstable renting costs,freedom Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
The bar graph indicates tje average amount of water used by different household appliances each day in the US. The table shows how many gallons of water were consumed oer oersin in the US over a 25-year period. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting themain features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table bellows shows the number of motor vehicles per 1000 inhabitants in eight countries in 1990 and 2000.
nowadays, people around the world are choosing to self-medicate rather than seeing a doctor and using conventional medicine. What are the causes of this changes and what effects can be seen as a result.
The chart gives employment and education statistics for eight European countries in 2015.
Schools have a limited amount if money to spend. Some people suggest that it should be spend on good teachers,while others say it should be spent for computers.discuss both the views and give your opinion.
elebrities are famous for their weath and glamorous lifestyles rather than their achievements. This sets a bad example for young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with that idea?
The bar chart shows the percentage of adult male smokers in seven countries along with the world average in 2000 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people argue that parents should have a strong influence on their children's choice of friends and life partners. Others believe that young people should make these decisions independently. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Q:Research has shown that overeating is as harmful as smoking. Therefore, the advertising of certain food products should be banned in the same way as the advertising of cigarettes in some countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?