Some people encourage young children to leave their parents house as soon as they become adults while other say children should stay at their parents house as long as possible. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
The map below is of the town of Garlsdon and shows two possible sites for a new supermarket. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that children should begin formal learning at school as young as possible. However, others feel that children should not begin school until they are at least seven years old. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many scientists believe that now we can study the behavior of a three-year-old child to see whether they will grow up to be criminals. To what extent do you think crime is determined by human nature? Is is possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals?
Some people say that it is possible to tell a lot about a person's character and culture from their choice of clothes. Do you agree or disagree?
The table below gives information about the use of different modes of transport in Shanghai in 1996, and one possible projection (high motorization scenario) for their use in 2020.
Robots can free people from difficult and dangerous work. However, some people are worried about the possible dangers robots may create.
Discuss the benefits of using robots and the possible dangers from it.
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give tour own opinion.
You have heard about a plan to build new apartments in a public park near your home. You want to give your opinion about this.
Write a letter to the local council .
In your letter:
➢ Explain how you and your family use the park
➢ explain why the park is important for the local society
➢ Describe the possible effects on local people if the park is destroyed?
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure center that it runs, to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your latter
Gives details of how you and your friends or family use the center.
Explain why the sports and leisure center is important for the local community.
Describe the possible effects on local people if the center closes.
The cost of electricity for the average household is increasing in many countries. What are the causes of this phenomenon? What are the possible solutions?
Homework is part of a high school student’s life. Some people think that students get too much homework nowadays. Why do you think students get more homework now than before, and what are the possible results of this?
Many criminals resort back to crime as soon as they are released from prison. What do you think are the causes for this? What possible solutions can you suggest?
Many countries have compaulsory military service for young men after they leave school. It would be a good idea for all countries to adopt this system for men, and possible for women too. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Many children nowadays find it difficult to concentrate or pay attention at school. What are the causes of this phenomenon? What are the possible solutions to this problem?
In modern societies, it is possible for people to go shopping, work and communicate via the internet without face-to-face communication. Is it a positive or negative development?
Durning a recent plane journet, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter:
1) remind him when and where you met.
2) tell him what kind of job you are interested in.
3) say why you think you would be suitable for that job.
You are an alumnus (alumna) of a Bluegill University, registered in a volunteer program to conduct informal interviews with prospective students. Recently, an interview has been assigned to you to have an interview.
Write a letter to the entrant. In your letter:
- state your reason for writing
- briefly describe the interview and inform the entrant of a possibility to cancel it
- propose a convenient time for an interview
You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall.
You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall.
Write a letter to the manager. In the letter:
Some people believe that the development of countries can lead to environmental damage, especially in terms of air and water quality. Discuss the causes and suggest possible solutions to address this issue.
Some people think that ti is impossible for females to be successful working women and good mothers at the same time. They also suggest that government should give salary to mothers who stay at home to take care of their children. Do you agree or disagree with the statement
More and more people relying on private vehicles as their major means of transportation. Describe some of the problem overreliances on cars can cause, and suggest at least one possible solution.
A friend is considering buying a house nearby, but you have decided to leave the area due to a rise in crime.
Write a letter to your friend advising them not to move into the neighbourhood. In your letter:
– Recommend that your friend not go ahead with the purchase
– Give the reasons behind your decision to leave
– Suggest possible alternative areas that you know
Some people think that governments should spend as much money as possible on developing or buying computer technology. Other people disagree and think that this money should be spent on more basic needs. Which one of these opinions do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Modern technology has made it possible for people to view exhibitions at home, so museum and art galleries will disappear soon. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Your neighbor keeps his/her animal in the garden. Write to him/her about it and the inconvenience it causes you and your family. In your letter
· tell what the problem is
· explain why it causes inconvenience
· suggest a possible solution to it
· say what actions you might take if the need arises.
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
There is growing demand for vaccination services in many countries after the coronavirus. What problems can this situation cause? What are the possible solutions?
More and more people are relaying private car as their major means of transportation. Describe some of the problems and suggest at least one possible solution
Some employers of their employees subsidized membership of gyms and sports clubs, believing that this will make their staff healthier and thus more active at work. Other employers see no benefit in doing so. Consider the arguments from both aspects of this possible debate, give your opinion.
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research business and the academic world others believe that some information is too important too or two valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
It is now possible for scientists and tourist to travel to remote natural environments, such as the South Pole. What are advantages and disadvantages of this development?
Most people strive to maintain a successful career and happy family at the same time. What problems can this situation create? What are the possible solutions?
it has become easier and more affordable for people to travel to othre countries. do you think it is a possitive or negative development?
It is now possible to perform everyday tasks such as banking, shopping and business transactions without meeting people face to face. What are the effects it may bring on the individual and the society as a whole?
You have rented an apartment recently, but you are facing some problems. Write a letter to the landlord:
•Describe the details of the problems
•How are these affecting your family
•Ask for possible solutions
Robots can free people from difficult and dangerous work. However, some people are worried about the possible dangers robots may create. Discuss the benefits of using robots and the possible dangers from it. and give your opinion
Some people believe that criminals should be put into prison as long as possible. However, others believe that it is necessary to educate those people in local community. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Today,people are using the things and rhrowing or replacing it with latest models or latest fashion . Do the disadvantages pf throwaway society outweigh any possible economic advantage ?
It is now possible for scientist and tourist to travel to remote natural environment, such as the south pole. Do the adventages of this development outweigh disadvantages?
Many cities around the world are facing severe air pollution problems. What do you think are the main causes of this issue? Suggest some possible solutions.
One of the widely discussed issues nowadays is deprivation of accommodation for growing population, meanwhile government is trying to not to harm environment as much as possible.
It is sometimes possible to pay somebody to do things you don't want to do, or don't have time to do, for example, household chores or looking after children. Is this a good way of providing work for others? Should people do these things themselves? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In the modern world it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via the internet and live without any face-to-face contact with others. Is it a positive or negative development in your opinion? To what extent do you support this development?
Pollution of rivers, lakes and seas is a major concern for people who seek to protect the environment. What are the possible causes of water pollution, and what effects does this have on animal life and human society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, it is possible to have a variety of food that has been transported from all over the world. To what extent do you think its benefits outweigh the drawbacks?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. She has asked for your advice. ・explain why you think she would enjoy ・describe possible advantages ・say whether you would like to go camping with your friend
Options vary on whether students should take a gap year before going into higher education. Discuss the possible advantages and disadvantages of taking a year out. Do you believe that taking a gap year is a good idea?
Sime people believe that children should be allowed to staybat home and play until theybare six or seven years old. Others believe that it os important for young children to go to school as soon ss possible. What do you think are tge advantages of attending school from a young age
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
•Give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
•Explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
•Describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
Your neighbor keeps his/her animal in the garden. Write to him/her about it and the inconvenience it causes you and your family. In your letter
· tell what the problem is
· explain why it causes inconvenience
· suggest a possible solution to it