The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world costs enormous government expenditure. This money should be used in new housing and road development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Discuss both views: some people believe family influences the children’ development; however, some argue that other influences (movie, music, friends…) more affect children.
It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural environments, such as the South Pole. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Umar
An increasing number of people want to buy clothes, shoes, and other items produced by famous international brands. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or a negative development?
It is new now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural environments, such as the South Pole. Do the advantages of this development outwiegh disadvantages?
n many countries, more and more men are staying at home to look after their children when women work full-time. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development?
Computer technologies are more accessible and cheaper, as the result, more adults’ work at home and children study at home. Is this a positive or negative development?
In their advertising businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negeztive development?
The maps below show the centre of a small town called lslip as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planeed furture development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and maje comparsons where relevant.
The government should prioritize funding for science education over other subjects to promote a country’s development and progress. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea?
Nowadays, a lot of buildings,such as offices and schools, are now being built with an open plan design. Why is that? Do you see this as a positive or negative development?
More and more business meeting and business training have taken place on the internet. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages
In many countries, people are changing career with increasing number. What are the reasons and do you think it is negative or positive development?
In today's world, people spend a lot ofmoney on appearance because they wantto look younger. Why does this happen? Doyou think this is a positive or negative de-velopment?
Shopping is now one of the most popular forms of leisure activity in many countries for young adults. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
The map below shows the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now, and plans for its developments.
In some countries,fast food restaurant and supermarkets give money to schools to promote their products.Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Today more and pmore people want things instantly (e.g: goods, services, news) Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
n many countries, paying for things using mobile phone apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages?
A.I. technology is increasingly being used for online education. Can artificial intelligence enhance the learning experience? Is this a positive or negative development?
You work 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 is affecting your work
Say what you want the shop or company to do
In many countries, it is becoming less common for people to look after elderly relatives themselves. Instead, the care is provided by professionals. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Paying for things using mobile apps is becoming more and more common in many countries. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The maps show the development of an area in Someland over a time span of 20 years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You work at home and you have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job. Write a letter to company which supplied the equipment.
Describe the problem with the equipment
Explain how this problem is affecting to the work
Say what you want to shop or company to do
Computers and A.I. are increasingly being used for online education. Can artificial intelligence enhance the learning experience? Is this a positive or negative development?
scientist believe that computers will become more intelligents tha human beings. some people find it is positive development while others think it is negative delvopment. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many high street shops have gone out of business in recent years. Why do you think this has happened? Is it a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Fossil fuel, such as coal, oil and natural gas, is extensively used in many countries which cause harms to the environment. The use of alternative sources of energy, including wind and solar power, however, is being encouraged in many countries. Is this a positive or negative development?
11 June 2025, These days it is much easier for many people to travel to different countries for tourism than in the past. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays there are many TV shows where the stars are ordinary people rather than professional actors. What are the reason for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
The maps below show the centre of a small town called islip as it is now, and plan for its development.
Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. Has this been a positive or negative development?
The two maps illustrate the major changes in a harbour from 2000 to the present time. Overall, the port has undergone a significant development marked by the introduction of numerous amenities and the renovation of others. In 2000, the harbour was joinable from 2 entrances starting from the main road, which is located alongside the western edge of the map. However, another entrance has been settled in the recent plan. Indeed, a new entry was exclusively devoted to a large car park as well as additional toilets and showers. Furthermore, the marina and its private yachts have taken a larger area in front of the new toilets whilst the fishing boats were permuted to the initial marina’s space in the 2000 port’s feature. Alongside the northern entry of the port, new docks and passenger ferries, located before arriving at the public beach, were erected. On the other southern side, new cafes and shops were constructed in addition to the replacement of the further eastern castle with a hotel. To summarize, the following harbour has been developed with the introduction of a fresh infrastructure and the renovation of the ancient ones.
Nowadays, entertainers get paid more than politicians. What are the reasons for this? Is this a negative or positive development?
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.
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important as other subjects to a child’s development, and they should be compulsory in high school. To what extent do you agree or disagree
You work 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 - speaker
●explain how this problem is affecting your work - communication problem
●say what you want the shop or company to do - replace the laptop
Some people think that technological development has made life complex. The only possible solution it not to use technology to live a simpler life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expenctancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
In many countries, shopping is becoming a free-time activity that replaces traditional hobbies, such as reading and sport. What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In many countries, people now wear western clothes such as suits and jeans rather than traditional clothing. Why is this the case? Is this a positive or negative development?
You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen (e.g., a washing machine or a fridge), but it stopped working after only two days. You called the shop, but they refused to help you.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
Describe the item you bought and when you bought it.
Explain what the problem is.
Tell the manager what you want them to do about the situation.
scientist believe that computeras will become more intelligent than human beings. some people find it is positive trend while others think it is a negetive development. discuss both points and give your own opinion.
The diagram below show a layout of a university's sport centre now and how it will look after redevelopment.
Nowadays, parents are allowing their children to use tablets and smart phones to enhance learning. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. why is this? Do you think it is a positive or nrgative development?
The map below shows the development of the village of Ryemouth between 1995 and present. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.