Now- a – days for many people the internet is replacing regular books. What do you think will happen in further and what is your opinion?
Some people believe that time spent on electronic games can be valuable for children. Others believe this has negative effects on a child. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that environmental issues should be the first priority of humanity in the 21st century. To what extent do you agree with the view expressed?
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter,
•say which points in the article you agree with
•explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
•offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people believe that humans are damaging seriously the evironment. What are the causes? What should people do to solve this problem?
3.Why do you think teachers give homework to students? How important is it for students to have homework? Perhaps homework should be abolished
Not enough people realise the importance of natural world. What is the reason for people’s lack of awareness? How can people be made more aware?
The line graph illustrates the operation of the stolen cars for every 1000 in Canada, Great Britian, France and Sweden in nine years between 1990 to 1999.
Today more and more tourist are visiting places where conditions are difficult such as the Sahara desert or the Antartic. what are the benefits and disadvantages for tourist who visit such places. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that the depletion of natural resources is an unavoidable consequence of economic development. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think history has nothing or little to tell us, but others think that studying the past history can help us better understand the present. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowasays, more and more people decide to have children later in their life What are the reasons? Is this a positive or negative trend?
Some people think that children should be taught how to become good parents at school. Others believe that this is not necessary or should be taught at home. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently bought an expensive electronic product from a store, and found that the product does not work properly.
Write a letter to the store manager. In your letter:
Complain about the problem
Propose action for the store to take
Request confirmation that this is agreed
In some contries, owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
Youshould spend about 40 minutes on this task. Beinga celebrity- such as a famous film star or sports personality- brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from yourown knowledge or experience.
The Research Studies show that overeating is equal ly harmful to people’s health as smoking. Therefore, the advertisements of certain food products should be banned similar to cigarettes. To what extent you agree?
since the 18th century technology advances have replaced people in the workplace with todays technology. this process is happening at a greater rate. Technology is increasingly responsible for unemployment. Do what extant do you agree or disagree.
It is important to give children the chance to act independently and make their own decisions from early age. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement
You would like to take part in a work-related seminar in another country.
Write a letter to the person in charge of the seminar and ask for detailed information regarding the dates, program, accommodation, and cost.
Some people think that advertisements take great effect on the economy, and others think that they excel more in social impact. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that public art should be funded by governments, while others believe that it should be funded by other sources. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that it is the responsibility of schools to teach students to be good members of the society, not parents. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
The solution to the overpopulation of this planet is education. Discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with this statement. Support your point with reasons or examples from your own experience.
The bar chart show attendance of people in different ages in music event 2006
To some people studying the past has little value in the modern world. Why do you think it is important to do so? What will be the effect are not taught history?
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statemants?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what citizens are saying and doing (for instance, through cellphone tracking and security. cameras. In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
An increasing population is using computers and electronic devices to do screen reading instead of reading books, magazines and newspapers, so there is no need for printed publications to exist. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some people think university education should prepare student for employment. Other people think the university has other functions. Discuss both views and what do you think the function of the university.
People in the past would always repair damaged products. However, nowadays, people like to throw out and purchase new products. What are the reasons for this? What problems might this cause?
Due to the increasing world demands for oil and gas energy, people need to look for new resources of energy in remote and untouched natural places. Do the advantages of locating these sources outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that history has no value in the contemporary world. But some believe that we still need history to learn from the past. Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that the fittest and strongest individuals and teams always success in sports. Others think that success in sports depends on mental attitudes. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Many people rely on news reporting to their information. However some think that the journalists cannot be trusted. Do you agree or disagree and what qualities should a journalist have?
Some people think that adverts control what we purchased, while others think they are useful source of information. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Write a letter to your supervisor regarding a course you attended as a part of your job. Write - The purpose of your letter - Say how the course was useful to you - What are your suggestions regarding the course
Some people believe that many your po do not play sport competitions should be banned. To what do you agree or disagree?
Some people think competitions inside and outside of school are necessary for children to prepare for their future. Others think it's bad . Discuss both views and state your opinion.
# You should spend about 20 minutes on each activity. > The maps below show the centre of a small town calles Islip as it is now, and the plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. >
People who have original ideas are of much greater value to society than those who are simply able to copy the ideas of others well. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
some people believe that children should not be given homework everyday, while others believe that they must get homework everyday in orter to be successful at school. discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people regard video games as harmless fun, or even ass a useful educational tool. Others, however, believe that videos games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?
In some areas of the US a curfew is imposed in which teenagers are not allowed outdoors after a particular period of time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this?
•Nowadays, it is getting difficult for people to enjoy their lives in cities. Why do you think this is? What can the government do to make life in cities more enjoyable?
Many museums charge for admission while others are free. Do you think the advatages of charging people for admission to museums outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think the money spent in developing technology for space exploration is not justified. There are more benefical wats to spend this money. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
One of your friends wants to apply for a job at a summer school as a sports trainer. Write a letter to the camp manager to recommend your friend. In you letter:
Say how well you know your friend
Describe the qualifications and experience that your friend has
Explain why your friend would be suitable for this job.
Some people believe that men and women are equal so women should be able to do any job they want. Others feel that men and women are not equal and therefore there are certain job which are not suitable for women. what is your opinion?