The line graph illustrates the average CO2 emissions produced per capita in four countries; namely Britain, Portugal, Italy and Sweden between 1967 and 2007. Overall, the UK was the highest in terms of CO2 emissions, whilst Portugal was the lowest during the same period. According to the figures, United Kingdom and Sweden were the two nations with the most of the C02 production in 1967.However, in a 40-year (no need to write time) span, both have decreased alike. Concerning the former, Co2 emissions was slightly in decline till 1977 before a gradual decline till 2007. The latter observed a significant climb passing from around 8.5 tons to just over 10 in 1977. From this date, CO2 emissions have declined drastically till 2007 moving to less than 6 metric tons. On the other hand, pollution jumped in Italy and Portugal. A skyrocketing surge in CO2 emissions can be noticed from 1967 to 1977 for Italy before a gradual growth. The Portugal’s CO2 emissions moved upward abruptly till 1997 before a steady growth until 2007. To conclude, despite the awareness of environment issues, UK is still the most prominent(dominant) CO2 producer in 2007, amid the four-country analyzed. Portugal is still the less polluting state though.
Consider the arguments from both sides of this possible debate and reach a conclusion “Some people think that zoos are cruel and should be closed down. Others, however, believe that zoos can be useful in protecting wild animals.” Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, individuals are taking their families abroad with them on every business trip. What are the advantages and disadvantages for individuals and their families? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of oil drilling operations in remote locations around the world. this has brought economic benefits to some countries, though it has also raised concerns about the environmental impact of these operations. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answes and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experiences.
The pie graph below show the result of a survey of children's activities. The first graph shows the cultural and leisure activities that boys participate in, whereas the second graph shows the activities ni which girls participate.
Some people think high school graduates should travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to study at university. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Not enough students choose science subjects at universities in many countries. What are the reasons for this problem? What’s the effect on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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
some universities require students to take classes in many subjects. other universities require students to specialze in one subject. which is better?use specific reasons and exampes to support your answer.
Many students around the world are not choosing science subject at university? What are the reasons for this? What affects will this have on society?
The average standard of people's health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. 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.
Nowadays, people believe that governments should invest taxpayers’ money in healthcare, while others believe that money should be used in other areas. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion. Keywords: government; health Type: Discussion
Scientists have been warning for many years about the importance of protecting the environment and that we must limit the use of energy in our daily lives. Despite warnings, many people do not do this. What are the reasons for that and how people can be encouraged to take an interest in protecting the environment?
¬¬¬¬¬Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The chart shows the results of surveys in one African country asking teenagers the main reasons for using their phones between 2016 and 2019.
Write about following topic: In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise pollution and airport construction. One reason for this is the growth in low-cost passenger flight, often to hold holiday destination. Some people say that government should try to reduce air traffic by taxing it more heavily. Do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, some children spend a long time each a day or their smartphone instead of reading book. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that excessive use of mobile phones and computers badly affects teenagers’ writing and reading skills. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Give your opinion. #people #phones #computers #teenagers’ #skills
The continued rise in the world’s population is the greatest problem faced by humanity at the present times. What are the causes of this continued rise? Do you agree that it is the greatest problem faced by humanity?
More and more families are choosing fast food over home cooked meal. What are the reasons and how they can be addressed?
Nowdays, many people have to work longer time, and they feel more stressful than before. What are the reasons? What can employers do to make their life easier?
Social media has become a real problem for young people today, and governments should create laws that allow only people over 18 years of age to have accounts. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just read an article in an international magazine which contains some incorrect information about your town.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter,
• say which points in the article you are in agreement with
• explain ways in which your town centre is different from what is stated in the article
• provide some interesting local facts about your town
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Should children in the class be permitted to study more with computers and calculators or they should do it more with books. Do you agree or disagree give reasons to justify your answers.
In the past, people usually stayed in one place throughout their life. These days, people often move around. They often live in several different places in their lifetime. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant information from your own knowledge experience.
Computers and A.I. tehnology are increasingly being used for online education. Can artificial intelligence enhance the learning experience? Is this a positive or negative dvelopment?
With the increasing demand for energy sources of oil and gas, people should look for sources of oil and gas in remote and untouched natural places. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of damaging such areas?
Mental health concerns are a growing issue for many people around the world. What are some reasons for poor mental health, and what can governments do to support citizens' mental health?
Some people believe that senior managers should be warm and friendly toward their employees. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more people now have own cars. What are the problems associated with an increase in the usage of private cars? How can these problems be solved? Write Answers
The table and chart below give information and place budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money came from and chart show how it was distributed.
In many countries, paying for things using mobile phone app is becoming increasingly common. Does these development have more advantages or disadvantages?
Every year large numbers of people migrate from one country to another for different reasons. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of migration for the individual and society as a whole. Using at least 250 words type your answer below.
Write a letter to the local authorities for requesting additional sports
facilities for your age group in your area.
- Mention about the current sport facilities available
- What kind of additional sports facilities should be introduced
- How the new sports facilities would be a help for the people in your age
group
Group or team activities can teach more important skills for life than those activities which are done alone. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Memorising facts is the most important way to succeed in education. 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 countries are struggling with an increase in the rate of crime. Many people think that having more police on the streets is the only way to reduce crime. To what extent do you agree?
Throughout history, people have dreamed to live in a perfect society while they haven't agreed how what the ideal society would be like. What do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world? What can people do to achieve an ideal society?
Some parents are worried about the increasing level of violence in TV, videos games & other types of entertainment for children’s leisure. How does this affect children? How do you think problem can be tackled?
The diagram below shows the water cycle in both forested and urban areas. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
many students around the world are not choosing scinece subjects at university. Give reasons for that ? what are the impacts on society ? write an essay of 250 word in length
Childhood obesity has been a serious problem in recent years. What are the reasons for that? What can be done to solve this issue?
Public libraries provide a large collection of books to read. Some people argue that they should also provide other hi-tech facilities like computers, Internet, CDs and DVDs. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
«Prevention is better than cure». Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest into preventative measures. To what extent do you agree?
in the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statements.
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 comparisions where relevant.
The animal species are becoming extint due to human activities on land and in sea. What are the reason and solution ?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?