Some people believe that pop stars deserve to earn more money than classical music performers. Some disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows information about the use of public transportation in one country, by age group and location of the residents in 2016.
The bar chart shows the percentage of males and females in the UK by age group in 2006. The world health organization recommends that people should eat five or more portion of fruit and vegetables per day.
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this disctinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children?
Allowing young children to do an enjoyable activity can develop better skills and more creativity than reading. To what extent do you agree? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.
The maps below show the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now and plans for its future development.
The table below shows the sales made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday. ielts-academic-coffee-shop-sales Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Some people think it is better for children to grow up in the city, while others think that life in the country side is more suitable. What are they advantages and disadvantages of both places?
WRITE A LETTER TO THE AIRPORT MANAGER ABOUT A FLIGHT THAT YOU MISSED FOR YOUR BUSINESS TRIP BECAUSE OF A PROBLEM THAT OCCURRED AT THE AIRPORT.
WHAT THE PROBLEM IS?
WHAT HAPPENED AS A RESULT OF THE MISSED FLIGHT?
WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE HIM TO DO ABOUT?
Most countries spend large amounts of money on weapons to defend themselves though they are not at war. Some believe those countries should spend the money to help poor countries. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Many people think that people cannot help everyont so they should be concerned about their community and country . Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
With the rise of e-books comes the decline in paper books. Some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
The map below shows the development of the village of Ryemouth between 1995 and present. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people feel that entertainers (e.g. stars, pop musicians or sports stars)are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of jobs should be highly paid? To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Working abroad can help employees earn a great deal of money and gain more benefits. However, some people think this trend has many negative impacts. Discuss the advantage and disadvantage of working abroad
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now 'one big traffic jams'. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
The map below shows the plan of a proposed new town. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The bar chart below shows the top ten countries for the production and consumption in billion kWh of electricity in 2014. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Nowadays many people complaint that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about the lack of sleep?
"City planners" new design include setting up schools, markets, and commercial places(offices) in different areas of the city. Do you think it will help the city dwellers?
Many people are using credit cards or loans to run up huge personal debts that they may be unable to repay. It should therefore be made more difficult for individuals to borrow large amounts of money. What are your opinions on this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The bar chart compares the yearly number of visitors in 3 different museums from 2007 to 2012. Overall, the peak of visitors' number was in 2012, while the lowest point was in 2009 and 2010. Victoria and Albert Museum was the most popular from 2007 to 2009. During 2007-2008 its annual number of visitors remained constant at about 14 million people per year. However, the figure started to decline rapidly in 2009, and reached its lowest point of about 8 millions in 2010, becoming the least popular museum for the rest of the period. After that, the number of Victoria and Albert Museum's visitors gradually rose up to 10 million visitors within 2 years. British Museum was the second most popular in 2007, being outraced by Victoria and Albert Museum. Nevertheless, its number of visitors experienced a sharp fall in 2008 and remained unchanged the following year. Then, the figure started to increase. It reached its peak of approximately 14 million visitors in 2012, regaining its position of 2007. National Gallery Museum showed the most notable development with a steady growth throughout the period. Being the least popular museum in the beginning, it experienced a growth of more than 10 million visitors over 6-year period, and became the most visited museum in 2012.
Write a letter for a membership or participation in an event
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
•explain why you want to work in the company’s head office for six months
• say how your work could be done while you are away
• ask for his/her help in arranging it
Computer do not help children learn more effectively. On the contrary, the use of computer has a negative effect on children’s physical and mental development. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The map below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Assel 3
Topic. Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in a group while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
World peace is maintained through the threat of nuclear weapons. Nuclear power also provides cheap and clean energy. Therefore, many people say that the benefits of nuclear technology outweigh the disadvantages. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear technology and give your own opinion.
You are working at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment in your letter describe the problem with the equipment explain how this problem affects you say what you want the shop to do
The governement should allocate more funding to teaching sciences rather than other subjects inorder for a country to develop and progress. To what extent do you agree?
Some people think that it is the duty of citizen keep their living place clean and tidy. Other people believe that government should take the responsibility to make the area clean. Discuss both, give your own opinion.
You have decided to leave your current job even though you enjoy it.
Write a letter to inform your manager of your decision. In your letter:
• Tell the manager about your decision and the reason for it
• Describe what you learnt in your current job
• Ask the manager to write a reference letter to help you with future employment.
The bar chart below shows the top ten countries for the production and consumption of electricity in 2014. Summarise the information tlecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where rele ant.
The line graph shows China's population by age group starting in 1960 and including a forecast to 2040.
The graph below gives information about car ownership in Britian from 1971 to 2007
The charts below show the results of a survey of the primary exercise objectives and locations of a selected group of adults between 20 and 50 years of age.
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical apliances and amount of time spent doing in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarises the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
In many countries, traditional customs are being lost Why would this happen? What do you think school and parent should do to keep these custom alive?
The map below shows a school in 1985 and the school now. Summarize the information by selectiong and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. (MINH BUI)
Some people are born to be a leadership others belive that leadership can be learned. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The rise of convenience foods has helped people keep up with the speed of the modern life style. What are the advantages of this trend? Do the advantages outweigh theq disadvantages?
it is important for children to kearn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. punishment is necessary to help them kearn this dictinction. To what extent do to agree or disagree with this opinion? what short of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to yse to teach good behaviour to children?
ome people believe that they should be able to keep all the money they earn, and should not have to pay tax to the state. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The world health organization recommends that people should eat five or more portion of fruit and vegetables per day. The bar chart shows the percentage of males and females in the UK by age group in 2006.
Buying goods and services online is very popular and has many advantages, but it is not always safe to shop online. do you think the advantages gained from shopping online outweigh the disadvantages?
The map shows the change of a village called Chorleywood between 1868 and 1994.
Write a letter to a friend who you have met on an overseas trip in an English speaking country. Ask for him to send you the trips photographs.
You want to join a new gym in your neighbourhood.
Write a letter to the gym manager. In your letter
ask what types of membership are available, and what the prices are
ask what activities are available
ask what the joining procedure is
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Parent, usually mothers, give up work, choose to stay home and look after families. Some people think the government should give them salary, others disagree. Discuss both and give your opinion?
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your company. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
Tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves
Say why you think the job would be suitable for him/ her
Explain how to apply for the job