In today's competitive world, many families find it necessary for both parents to go out to work. While some say the children in these families benefit from the additional income, others feel they lack support because of their parents’ absence. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, more and more adults continue to live with their parents even after they have completed education and found jobs. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today's youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an increasing early stage. Some sociologists claim that parents and other members of society often set a bad example. Discuss the causes and effects of widespread drug use by young people. Make recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight drug abuse.
some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others , however believe school is the place to learn this. discuss both views and give your own pinion?
The number of obese children is growing over the past years. Some say that parents should be punished for letting their child becoming fat. Discuss and give your opinion.
it is important to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early stage. punishment is necessary to hlep them learn this distinction. to what extent do you agree or dosagree with this opinion? what sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
• explain why you would like the job -
• give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
• say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
Write at least 150 words.
Early childhood teachers specialize in the learning, developmental, social, and physical needs of young children.
Video games are very popular with children. However, some parents feel that video games can have a negative impact on their children, but others believe that they may have some positive effects. How do you feel about children playing video games? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Many children are encouraged by their parents to get a part-time job in their free time. What are the advantages and disadvantages to children in doing so?
There are many advertisements directed at children, such as snacks, toys, and other goods. Parents argue that children are under pressure. Advertisers claim that advertisements provide useful information. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people view teenage conflict with their parents as a necessary part of growing up, whilst others see it as something negative which should be avoided. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The number of overweight children in developed countries is increasing. Some people think that it is due to problems such as the growing number of fast food outlets. Others believed that parents are to blame for not looking after their children’s health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think parents should supervise their children’s activities closely, while others believe children should have more freedom. Discuss both sides of the arguments and give your opinion.
Your parents will be celebrating their 40th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. Write to your best friend, Joan, who is a professional event planner. In your letter:
explain why the occasion is special
ask for her assistance
set up a time to meet at your friend's convenience to discuss your plan
Your child is going on a three day school trip to another country. The head teacher wants to find parents to go with the group and you would like to go.
Write a letter to the head teacher. In your letter:
Say why you would like to go on the trip
Suggest what you could do to help during the trip
Childcare training courses should be mandatory for all parents. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and include relevant examples.
Some peole think that parents shuold teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however,believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some parents think that children should begin their formal education at a very early age. Others think they should begin after 7 years of age. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say success in a person’s life as an adult is the result of the way he was brought up by his parents. Do you agree or disagree?
Parents and teachers make many rules for children to increase good behaviour and protect them from danger. However, children wood benefit from fever rules and greater freedom. To what extent do. You agree or disagree?
Discipline is an ever increasing problem in modern school. Some people think that discipline should be the responsibility of teachers, while others think that this is the role of parents. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people suggest that bringing up children by the whole family includimg uncles, aunts and grandparents is better, rather than only by parents. To what extend are you agree or disagree?
Parents today often tend to organize extra classes on weekends or even after school. Do you believe this is at all useful? Or, do you think the education provided in school is sufficient?
Some parents encourage their high school students to get an after-school or weekend job. Other parents cite the importance of getting good grades, discouraging their high school students from getting after- school or weekend jobs. What is your opinion or viewpoint on this subject? Use specific supporting details from your own observations, experience, or reading as you write your response
For school children, teacher have more influence on their intellectual and social development than parents do. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some students prefer to live with their parents while pursuing university education. However, others stay away from parents what ate advantages and disadvantages of living in either way?
Many children these days have an unhealthy lifestyle. Both schools and parents are equally responsible for solving this problem” To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Some parents want their children to read only serious educational books at all times.They don't want their children to read any entertainment books because they think it is a waste of time.Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?why?
Many children are encouraged by their parents to get a part time job in their free time. What are the advantages and disadvantages to children of doing so?
As parents, they should be required to attend parenting courses every year to bring up their children well and give them a better environment for growth. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some parents think computer games are better for children and they should be allowed to play more of them. whereas some parents argue that they are harmful to children.Do you think advantages outweight disadvantages.
Some people believe that children should be taught how to manage money at school. Others think this is the responsibility of parents. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays we see an increase in social problems involving teenagers. Many believe that it is because parents spend more time at work and less with their children. Do you agree or disagree
In today’s competitive world, many families find it necessary for both parents go out to work. While some say the children in these families benefit from the additional income, others feel they lack support because of their parents’ absence. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is acceptable for parents to use physical force to discipline their children. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of parents who are choosing to edcuate their children themselves at home instead of sending them to school. Do the advantages of home education outweigh the disadvantages?
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him.
Write a letter to Chris’s parents. In your letter:
•Say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
• Explain why you won’t be able to attend the party
• Give details of a plan to see Chris at different time
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Collins,
Nowadays parents are sending their children on trips abroad for educational purposes. What are the advantages and disadvantages to this?
Your parents will be celebrating their 50th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. But you have a friend who can help.
Write to your friend Julia, who is a professional event planner. In your letter,
explain why this occasion is special
ask for her assistance
set up a time to meet your friend to discuss your plans
Remember to write down a clear thesis statement followed by your essay plan.Only then attempt to write this essay. Nowadays, parents are allowing their children to use tablets and smartphones to enhance learning. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some parents do not vaccinate their children but others prefer to do it. Do you think children should be vaccinated?
The best way to crime committed by young adults is to teach parents parenting skills. To what extent do you agree?
Some people think parents should give children a regular amount of money every week. Others believe this can lead to bad habits. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some parents think children should do exrracurricular activitues. Others think thus will add pressure. Discuss both views and give opinion
New parents should attend parenting classes to learn how to bring up their children well. 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.
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today's youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an increasingly early age. Some sociologists claim that parents and other members of society often set a bad example. Discuss the causes of widespread drug use by young people in modern day society. Make any recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight youth drug abuse.
Some people believe that parents should pay their children for doing household chores such as cleaning or washing dishes, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
There is certainly a difference in thoughts, ideas and actions between children, their parents and grandparents. Why do these differences exist? Does it cause problems in your community, in your opinion?
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her.
Write a letter to Chris's parents. In your letter
• say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
• explain why you won't be able to attend the party
• give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr and Mrs Collins,
It is important for children to leran the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?