In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out abou the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research for this?
The bar chart shows the divorce rates in two European countries from 2011 to 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph gives information about goods exports as a percentage of GDP* in three countries from 1994 to 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and making comparisons where relevant. * GDP is the abbreviation for Gross Domestic Product – the total value of things produced by a country in one year.
The graph below shows the number of undergraduate students in thousands in four countries between 1995 and 2015.
University students are increasingly studying abroad as a part of their studies. Do the advantages of studying abroad outweigh the disadvantages? Nowadays, many students pursue their higher studies in foreign countries. The main advantage for students studying abroad is the access to better quality education and improved job prospects.
Fossil fuel is the main source of energy. In some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy is encouraged. To what extent do you think is it a positive or nagetive development?
Some countries with long average working hours are more economically successful than their countries which do not have a long working time. To what extent do you agree?
Topic 10. In some countries older people are being encouraged to work longer and not to retire. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working beyond retirement age.
The tables above show sales of fair trade coffee and bananas in five countries in Europe in 1999 and 2004.
Essay topics: In many countries today, people in cities either live alone or in small family units, rather than in large, extended family groups. Is this a positive or negative trend?
In many countries, the cost of living is rising. What are the effects of this on individuals and society. Suggest solutions to this problem.
Public celebrations (national days, festivals) are held in many countries. Some people say that these celebrations are a waste of money and we should spend money on more important things. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, not enough students choose science subjects in university in many countries. What is the reasons for this problem? What are the effect on the society?
In some countries there more young people choosing in enroll in work based training instead of attending university. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
Developing countries require help offered by international organizations to ensure development. Some people think that financial aid is important. Others believe that sending talents and giving advice to help them are more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries today, there is an attitude that 'anyone can do it' in the arts - music, literature, acting, art, etc. As a result, people with no talent become rich and famous and genuine talent is not valued or appreciated. Do you agree or disagree
Stress is now a major problem in many countries around the world. What are the causes of it and what solution do you offer?
The graph below shows the average years of schooling in four countries from 1900 to 2000.
In some countries old people who retire from work spend the money on themselves (e.g. holiday) rather than save money for their children. Is this a positive or negative development?
In some countries, small town-center shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
The charts below shows the figure for hours per week in the industrial sector in four European countries ( France, Denmark , Sweden, The UK) in 2002.
The table below shows population figure for four countries for 2003 and projected figure for 2025 and 2050
In some countries, more and more aldults are continuing to live with their parents even after they have completed education and found jobs. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The charts show the sources of electricity produced in 4 countries between 2003 and 2008
Topic 3: The chart below shows the number of films produced five countries in three years.
In many countries, large infrastructure projects are increasingly funded and managed by private companies rather than governments. To what extent do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Unemployment is increasingly getting serious in most countries. Some people think pupils should be only offered primary education while others believe that secondary education is necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
SECOND DAY The table below shows the production of milk annually in four countries in 1990. 2000 and 2010. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food.government should improse high tax rate do you agree or disagree?
The table illustrates the proportion of the monthly household income of five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing, and entertainment Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. The proportion of household income five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing, and entertainment
Some feel that countries should produce most of the food that is eaten in their country and import as little as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or digsagree ?
The table compares the proportion of water usage for domestic, industrial and agricultural purposes in six countries of the world in the year 2003.
Some people say that shops should sell food products from the local area whenever possible, rather than selling food that has been imported from other countries. Do you agree or disagree?
In some countries around the world men and women are having children later in life. What are reasons for this development? What are the effects on society and family life?
The table below shows the number of universities ranked in the top 200 in the world (2011) for three subjects in five countries.
In many countries recently young single people have been living far from their parents,from the time they began studies or work and until they are married.Do you think there are more advantages or disadvantages to this trend?
The bar chart provides the information about how families in a countries spent weekly income in both 1968 and 2018
The graphs below show the percentages of men and women aged 60-64 who were empoyed in four countries in 1970 and 2000
The charts below show the average number of calories(that is, amount of energy in food and drink) that a person consumes daily in five countries, and the percentage of the adult population that was overweight or obese in 2013 in those countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph and table below give information about water use world wide and water consumption in 2 different countries.
The average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions per person of four countries, United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy and Portugal between 1967 and 2007 is indicated in the line graph. In this essay, I will introduce the trend and compare the data that’s shown in the chart.
Tourism is becoming a good source of revenue for many countries. Discuss the advantages and the disadvantages of developing this industry.
The line graph below shows the household recycling rates in three different countries between 2005 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Below are two charts showing the top 12 nations in military spending for 2005 and those countries' GDP growth for the same year. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the amount of bananas exported from 4 different South American countries from 1976 to 2016.
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities so the the population in the countriside is decreasing. Do you think it is positive or negative development?
Some countries allow old peopleto work to any agoe that they want. Do the advantages of this outweight the disadvantages?
Organized tour to remote community and other countries is increasingly popular. Is it a positive or negative development for the local people and environment
In some countries owing a home rather than renting the one is very important for some. Why might this be the case? Do you think it is a positive or a negative development?