Older people often choose to spend money on themselves (e.g on hoilidays) rather than save money for their children after retirement.Is this a positive or negative development?
Research shows that increasing number of people are now living in mega-cities of more than 20 million inhabitants. Is it this a positive or negative development ?
some children spend hours every day on smartpphones. why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative 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.
The diagrams below shows the stages and equipment in the cement making process, and how cement is used to produce concrete for building purposes.
The two maps below show existing and proposed floor plans for the redevelopment of an art gallery.
The ace of international travel and the spread of various kind of mass media all, over the world have made it more possible than even before for people to know how other people live in other countries. Do advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
an increasing number of people choose to have cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why do people want to change the way they look? And Is it a positive or negative development?
The map belows shows the industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planned futrure development of the site.
In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal fitness trainer, rather than playing sport or doing exercise classes. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays, there is a trend that reports in the media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The two maps depict the current Norbition industrial area and the plans for future development projects.
Some think that teaching children at home is more benefical for their development, while other say they should go to school.discuss the advantages of both views and give your presonal opinion
Advertising is now becoming more popular in modern society. While some people believe this is a positive development, others see it as a negative one. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Fossil fuel (e.g. coal, oil and gas) are the main source of energy for most countries. However, alternative sources of energy (e.g. wind and solar) have been encouraged for use by some countries. Is this a positive or negative development?
New technology has resulted in many jobs, which used to be performed by people, now being done by computers or robots. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
More and more people (readers, watchers, viewers) no longer read newspapers or watch TV programs to get news (events, information, tidings, reports) (report). They get news about the world through the internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
In the past people used to wear their traditional clothes depending on their culture. Nowadays the trend is changing, and people wear similar clothes. Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people think that the news media has become much more influential in people’s lives today and it is a negative development. Do you agree or disagree?
Many parents today employ private tutors to teach their children after school hours. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planned future development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Beka 3
In some countries, online shopping is replacing shopping in stores. Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays the way many people interact with eachother has changed because of technology. In what ways has teechnology affected the type of relationships people make? has this become a positive or negative development?
In their advertisement businesses emphasize that their products are new in some way. Why is this?do you think it is positive and negative development?
The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it wil lok after redevelopment next year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries boarding schools are getting more popular. Is it a positive or negative development? What are the reasons behind it?
Some people think children should have the freedom to make mistakes while other people believe that the habit of making mistakes may adversely affect children's development and therefore adults should prevent this. To what extent do you agree with the statement? Elaborate on your answer.[743]
Around the world, rural people are moving to cities and urban areas, so the population in the countryside population are decreasing. Is this a positive or negative development?
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?
More and more countries are making university education completely free for their citizens. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarket in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Recently the freedom to work and live anywhere has become the main trend due to the development of communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages of these developments outweigh the disadvantages? Discuss.
The map below show an industrial area in the town of Norbinton and planned future development of the site. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays, an increasing number of people with health problems are using alternative medicine and treatments instead of visiting their normal doctors. Do you think is a positive or negative development due¿
Nowadays some older people choose to live in the retirement communities with other people, rather than living with their adult children. Is it a positive or negative development
The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world costs numerous government's expenditure. This money should be used in new housing and road development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Practice 1: These days, the wealthy in society often throw away perfectly good products in order to replace them with more up-to-date models. Do the environmental disadvantages of this development outweigh the economic advantages?Give reasons for your answer and
Nowadays ,many parents put pressure on their children so that they excel in schools as well as in other extracurricular activities. Why do parents do this? Is this a positive or a negative development for children?
Tourism has become one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Millions of people today are travelling farther and farther. Some people argue that the development of tourism has had negative effects on local communities; others think that its influences are positive. What about your opinions?
Nowadays many families are rarely having meals together. Why is this happening? Is this a positive or a negative development?
Some countries invest in specialized training centers for top athletes rather than in public sports facilities. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think that robots are important for humanʼs future development. Others think that robots have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
•Nowadays, sport is a big business with high earnings for professional sports people and companies involved both financially and other ways. Is this a positive or negative development for sports?
The maps below show the center of a small town called Birshire as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer. Do you think advantages of this development outweight its disadvantages
Some people believe that children should be allowed to use mobile phones. While others think that phones have a negative effect on their development. Discuss both views.
Some countries achieve international success by building specialized facilities to train top athletes instead of providing sports facilities that everyone can use. Do you think it is a positive or negative development？
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 negative development?
These days in some countries an increasing number of young adults are choosing their whole weekands inside homes. Why do you think it is happening ? Is this a positive or negative development?
fossil fuels are the main source of energy around the world. However, people are encourge to use energy source, such as wind energy, solar energy and so on. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?