In many countries, parents are deciding to have children later in their lives. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
The impact that growing demand for more flights has had on the environment is a major concern for many countries. Some people believe that one way to limit the number of people traveling by air is to increase taxes on flights. To what extent do you think this could solve the problem?
It is often claimed that wealthy nations should provide financial support to poorer countries for welfare, health and education. However, there are those who believe that it is the responsibility of developing nations to provide these service. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Rich countries often give money to poorer countries, but it does not solve poverty. Therefore, developed contries should give other types of help to the poor contries rather than financial aid. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Crime rates, in most countries, is often higher in urban areas than in rural areas. Why do you think that is? What can be done to reduce the crime rate? (Ulvi)
More children in developed countries are becoming overweight. This is a serious problem for wealthy countries. What are the most serious problems associated with obesity and what solutions can you suggest?
The table below shows the proportion of the workforce who are women and the proportion of managers who are women in five different countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the information about medical care in three European countries between 1980 and 2000.
In many countries today, crime novel and TV crime dramas are becoming more popular. Why do you think are these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?
the table below shows stastistics about the top five countries for international tourism in 2012 and 2013.
Many countries spend a lot of money in the arts. Some people think investment in the arts Is necessary, but others say money is better spent on public services and facilities. Discuss Both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries, people are not looking care of their elderly relatives but seeking help of professionals to look after them. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In a lot of countries across the globe, life expectancy is becoming higher. In this essay, both the positive and negative effects that come with that trend will be discussed.
In some countries, young people are encouraged to take a year off for travelling and working between high school and university. What are the advantages and Disadvantages of this?
Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebrating New Year in different countries.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
say how important New Year is to people in your country
describe how New Year is celebrated in your country
explain what you like about New Year celebrations in your country
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ……………..,
The table below shows the figures for imprisonment in five countries between 1930 and 1980. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Countries around the world will be facing significant challenges relating not only to the environment, but population and education as well. What problems will your country face in the next ten years? How can these problems be overcome? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think competitive sports, such as football, are valuable because they can gather people with different ages and culture together. Some think it can cause problems because people are from different groups and countries. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
According to one survey, the life expectancy of people is increasing in developed countries. What problem will this cause for individuals and society?
the graph belows gives information about the percentage of the population in four asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four ASEAN countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040.
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closue of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Obesity is a serious problen in many countries, especially in such countries discuss ways to solve the problems. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your answer
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetable to some countries where such plants hardly grow or out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, a few people earn extremely high. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount of people can earn. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The table below shows population figures for 4 countries for 2003 and projected figures for 2025 and 2050.
These days, more and more people are going to other countries for significant periods of time, either to find a job or to study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country. Write your response not less than 250 words. You get 40 minutes to complete this task
In many countries today young people are forced to get a job which they are not suited to or passionate about. What do you think may be the reasons for this? What problems might this cause?
Band 5 In many countries woman no longer feel the need to get married. Some people believe that this is because women are able to earn their own income and therefore do not require financial security that marriage can bring. To what extend do you agree?
Crime rate , is most countries,is ofren higher in urban cities than in rural areas.why do you think that is ?what can be done to reduce the crime.
In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative developement?
In many countries, people are working increasingly longer hours. What are reasons for this? Is it a positive or negative effect?
In many countries, a small number of people are able to purchase very expensive luxurious products. Some people believe that this is good for the economy, but others think that governments should not allow products above a certain price level. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
fossil fuels are the main sources in many countries, but in some countries the use of alternative sources of energy are encouraged. Do you think it is possitive or negative effect
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.
Many young people now know more about international pop and movie stars than famous people in the history of their countries. What are the causes? Give solutions to increase the number of people to know about famous people in history.
The table shows the number of universities ranked top 200 in the world in three subjects in five countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main points and make comparisons where relevant.
People aim to achieve balance between their work and lives. But few people achieve it. What are the causes of the problems? How to over come it? The graph below shows the proportion of the population aged 65 and over between 1940 and 2040 in three different countries.
in many countries, the rich are becoming richer and poor are becoming poorer.Why is this a problem?What solutions are there to tackle this problem?
at the present time, the poulation of some countries includes a relatively larg number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
it is believed that children from countries with high level of unemployment should be offered only primary education and should noy be offered secondary education as it unlikely that they will get a job in the future anyway. do you agree or disagree?
In many countries crime rates among teenagers are higher than among other groups.What are the causes for this problem and what can be done to solve this?
The tabel below shows the number of temporary migrant workers in four countries in 2003 and 2006 and the number of these workers per 1,000 people in these countries in 2006. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Some people say that rich countries should assist poor countries by sharing their wealth. Others say that it is the responsibility of the governments of poor countries to take care of their own people. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The chart below shows information about the problems people have when they go to live in other countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people leave their home country and go to other countries to live and work. Why do you think it is happening? Do the advantages of this trend outweigh its disadvantages?
In many countries today, crime novels and TV dramas (detective stories ) are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular. What is your opinion of crime fiction TV dramas.
The charts show information about percentage of men and women aged 60-64 who were employed in four countries in 1970-2000. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
These days, more and more people are going to other countries for significants periods of time, either to find a job or to study.there are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and the disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country.
The table below shows the amount of waste production in 6 different countries in 3 different years over a thirty years.