Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed. Given reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge on experience.
some people belive that professionals such as doctors and engineers , should be required to work in the country where they did their training . others belive they should be free to work in another country if they wish. discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the average time and money spent at different types of restaurants. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting in the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some employers put more emphasis on practical skills than theoretical knowledge. Others insist that candidates have an academic background or formal qualifications. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
It is sometimes said that ‘travel broadens the mind’. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The pie graph below shows how electricity is produced in Ireland and the table shows the primary reasons for using electricity in the same country. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries, people now wear western clothes( suits, jeans) rather than traditional clothing.Why? Is this a positive or negative development?
The graphs show figures relating to hours worked and stress levels amongst professionals in eight groups. Describe the information shown to a university/college lecturer.
“Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs (For example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children).
To what extent do you agree or disagree?”
a local college is having an international day you want to speak about your country to student from defferent culture .
write a letter :
- tell him /her about the topics that you are going to talk
- axplain why they be of inerest to the student
- ask aboiut any arrangement that you need to make ti give
Some people say that schools should concentrate on teaching students academic subjects that will be useful for their future careers. Other people say that subjects such as music and sports are also necessary. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Trung
Humans are producing an increasing amount of trash everyday and the world is becoming full of the landfills we use to get rid of our trash. In your opinion, how can recycling save the environment and help the people on Earth?
The diagram shows the procedure for university entry for high school graduates. Summarize the information by selecting the main features and make comparisons
The diagrams below show the stages and equipment used in the cement making process, and how cement is used to produce concrete for building purposes. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some companies monitor employees' activities while they are working, including their use of computers and communication systems. Do you think the advantages of this practice outweigh the disadvantages?
Populations in developing nations are rapidly growing, people now believe that we should turn to genetically modified crops to increase the production of food grains. Discuss the Advantages and Disadvantages of this approach.
the graph below gives information on rhe numbers of paricipants for different activities in melbrone australia for the period 2000 to 2020
The two layouts illustrate the current situation of norbition industrial area and its coming changes which may happen in the following years ,as it can be seen in the maps,there is going to be a vast varition in general structure of this zone in its future plan.
There is a strong view that training of work is more important than broad education. To what extent you agree with this?
Some people believe that the internet has brought people closer together by providing access to information and communication. Others argue that it has isolated people and decreased the quality of social interactions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
There are many female students who finish degrees in science and technology courses at university, but few move into the workplace after they graduate. Why is this? What measures can be taken to encourage them into work?
The charts below show the parts per million of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and the average temperature of four cities from the year 1750 to 2000.
Topic: The charts below give information on the consumption of water by agricultural products in Australia in 2014, and the share of income they produced.
Some people think that parents should limit their children’s time to watch TV and play computer games and encourage them to read books. Do you agree or disagree?
You recently attended a family celebration at a hotel. Although the event went well, you were not satisfied with the hotel facilities.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
say what the occasion was and when it took place
mention what you liked about the event
explain why you were unhappy with the hotel facilities
suggest how the hotel can improve its service
some people beleive that when designing a building, the most important thing to be considered is the function rather than the outward appearance. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people think if students are afraid of the teacher it is better. Others see that having a friendly relation is better. Discuss both points and give your opinion.
The graph below shows the per capita consumption of butter and margarine in the United States between 1980 and 2020. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Rapid progress in the fields of genetics and gene therapy is likely to have profound effects on people's lives in the foreseeable future. By altering people's genetic make- up, it may be possible for doctors to cure hereditary diseases, and for parents to choose important characteristics for their children such as their sex or level of intelligence. Such a development would be a major breakthrough for humanity and would solve many present-day problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Grandparents play a big role in the bringing up their grandchildren. Do you think it is useful for grandparents to be involved? What is your opinion
The graphs below provide information on global population figures and figures for urban populations in different world regions.
Many people think that if plenty of death system introduce in country the crimate rate get decrease. Do you agree or disagree?
You recently stayed at a hotel for a conference with your company and there were several problems with your room.Write to the hotel management to complain
In the letter ,you should
where you stayed
what the problems were
how they can fix your companies
Some people say in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much time is spent on learnig facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that developing countries should focus on improving industrial skills and infrastructure to drive economic growth, while others argue that investing in education and healthcare should be the priority. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the results of a survey of people who visited four types of tourist attraction in Britain in the year 1999. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table gives information about Underground Railroad networks in six big cities regarding when they were opened, the size and the number of users annually
Money should be spent on promoting healthy lifestyle rather than in treatment of the people. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
In some countries, more and more adults are living with their parents after graduating from college, university or even after finding a job. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
the line graph below shows china‘s population by age group starting in 1960 and icluding a forecast to 2050.
Privat car ownership has been increasing over the past few decades. This has given ordinary people greater mobility, but has also led to concerns about traffic congestion and air pollution. Do the advantages of private car ownership outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think celebrities should only be allowed to advertise healthy food or drink, and not encourage unhealthy habits. Do you agree or disagree?
In recent years more and more people are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages of ebooks outweigh their disadvantages?
The diagram below shows how one type of coal is used to produce electricity. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the amounts of waste produced by threecompanies over a period of 15 years.
The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average percentages of sodium, saturated fats and added sugars in typical meals consumed in the USA Sodium Saturated fat 14% 14% 21% 16% 29% <26%< 43% 37% Breakfast Lunch Added sugar Dinner Snacks 42% 16% ⅜19% 23%
Practice Question for IELTS Submit your responses and I will evaluate each response. An increasing number of people are choosing to have cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why are more people choosing to have operation to change the way they look? Do you think this a positive or negative development?Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that students who want to go to college after graduating from high school should either spend about one year doing a job to obtain some work experience or travel to enlarge their world vision. Do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the daily consumption of three spreads per person from 1981 to 2007 in a country. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.