In some countries, some tend to rent a house for accommodation, while other people prefer to buy their own house. Does renting a house have more advantages or disdvantages than buying a house?
Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and believe that change is always negative. Others, however, prefer to take risks and think that change is always a positive thing. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Nowadays a number of people especially the younger people prefer to change the job frequently. In your opinion, what are the reasons for this?
For some people, the ideal holiday is to get away from their normal routine by staying in a hotel or camping in a countryside. Nevertheless, due to the global situation, people prefer to stay at home and do things they do not normally have time for. What do you think are the benefits of staying home on holidays? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, some people live with their families while studying,but other students prefer to attend universities in other cities.Do the benefits of living away from home outweigh the disadvantage.
Library or Playground
There are plans to improve your city. Two different ideas are being discussed. One is to build a bigger library with more computers and more books. The other is to build a new playground. The playground in your neighbourhood now is very small and old. The city planners want to ask the public for their opinion. explain why you prefer the city should build a bigger library.
The charts below illustrate which of 3 fast food restaurants were the most preferred amongst teenagers in Vietnam and Indonesia in 2017 and predictions for 2027. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people today prefer to consume fast food rather than traditional home cooked meals. What are the reasons for this ? Do you think this is a positive or negative developments.
It’s believed that people who read for pleasure develop their imagination more and acquire better language skills compared to people who prefer watching television. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some are happy to spend the whole of their life living in the same area however other prefer to live in different areas over their life time .give your opinion
The bar chart below shows transportation preferences among young people in four countries in a single year.
You have recently been to stay with an old friend for a few days. You haven't seen each other for a long time and was happy to meet him/her.
Now write a letter to this friend.
In your letter:
- say how you felt about the visit
- refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him/her
- invite your friend to visit you
The diagram below shows the average hours of unpaid work per week done by people in different categories. (Unpaid work refers to such activities as childcare in the home, housework and gardening.)
n some countries, most people prefer to rent their homes rather than buying them. Why might be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
In school or universities, girls prefer subjects related to art and boys prefer subjects related science. Should this tendency be changed? What is your opinion
You have left your job and are now looking for a new job. You need a letter of reference from your previous employer.
Write a letter to him. In your letter:
• Give details of what you need;
• Explain why it is important to you;
• Suggest what information your employer could put in the reference.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....,
Nowadays people prefer cars to bicycles as a means of transportation. What are the effects of this trend? What measures can be taken to encourage people to use bicycles more? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people prefer to use public transportation while others say that personal cars are the best mode of transportation. Excessive use of private cars is considered to be the main reason for the traffic jam in many cities and that's why the use of public transportation is encouraged. In your opinion what are the pros and cons of using public transport?
Some people prefer to work on school projects with a group, while others would rather work alone. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, think that difference is always a good thing. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Why do students prefer doing part time jobs during their studies? Do you think this has more advantage or disadvantage.
It is believed that people who read for pleasure develop their imagination more and acquire better language skills compared to people who prefer watching television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people prefer to live in a house, while others feel that there are more advantages to living in an apartment. Are there more advantages than disadvantages of living in a house compared with living in an apartment?
Some people prefer to provide direct help and support to those in local communities. Others, however, prefer to donate money to national and international charitable organizations.
Some people believe that the best way of learning about life is by listening to the . Other people believe that the best way of learning about life is through . Compare the advantages of these two different ways of learning about life. Which do you think is preferable? Use specific examples to support your preference.
The bar graph below represents the data about the clubs joined by the people of two different age groups at a leisure center. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should Club preferences by age range
The chart below show the proportion of Vietnamese students who cheat on exams and their preferrened method of cheating in 2024
In the past when students want to pursue suniversity degree they prefer their own country, however these days the trend has completly chaged. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Some people believe that people who read books can develop more imagination and language skills than those who prefer to watch TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement？
Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar e. Discuss both these attitudes and give your own opinion.
Some people like to do their everyday shopping at large supermarkets. Others want to go to several small stores or local markets to buy what they need. Which style of shopping do you prefer and why? Give reasons and examples to support your answer….. A
Many people prefer to watch foreign films rather than locally produced films. Why could this be? Should governments give more financial support to local film in dustries?
Developing countries require international organisations' help. Some people prefer financial aid while others think pracrical aid and advice are better. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people prefer shopping centers, while others prefer local markets. What are the advantages of each? Share your opinion and any personal experience
eople have different job expectations for jobs. Some people prefer to do the same job for the same company, whereas others prefer to change jobs frequently. Write about advantages and disadvantages of each view point?
Some people prefer to work on school projects with a group, while others would rather work alone. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
When people need to complain about a product or poor service, some prefer to complain in writing and others prefer to complain in person. Which way do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
These days, many people prefer to eat ready meals rather than cook at home. Why has it happen? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Some people are happy to spend the whole of their life living in the same area. However, others prefer to live in many different areas over their lifetime. Discuss both opinions and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that living in an apartment instead of a university dormitory has many advantages while others say that it has many disadvantages. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living in an apartment instead of a university dormitory. Also, state your preference and say why you would choose that.
Some people prefer to eat meals at restaurants, while others like to prepare and eat food in their own home. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer
It has been claimed that workers over 50 years are not responsive to rapidly changing ideas in the modern workplace and for this reason younger workers are to be preferred. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own experience of knowledge.
In some cities people can build and design homes and office buildings however they like. This is preferable to having strict controls over the design and construction of housing and office buildings. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers prefer going to large shopping centers or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people think that cities (civic areas) are the best places to live. Others prefer to live in rural areas. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
What is your opinion .Nowadays some people like to live in a big house and some people prefer to life in apartment. What do you prefer and why? What is your opinion
High Rise building - advantage/disadvantage These days more people prefer to live in vertical buildings. What are the advantages and disadvantages for the people?
Some people prefer to play team sports, while others prefer to play individual sports. Discuss the advantages of each. Then indicate which you prefer and why.
You are applying for a job and need a letter of reference.
write to a teacher about:
Give details of the job
Explain why it is important to you
Suggest what information your teacher could put in the refernce
Some people prefer hobbies that require technology while some prefer hobbies that do not require technology. Discuss both views and give your opinion.