There is a lot of pressure on young people today to succeed academically. As a result, some people believe that non-academic subjects, such as physical education and cookery, should be removed from the school syllabus so that children can concentrate on academic work. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience. Write at least 250 wo
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.
Large numbers of visitors can endanger ancient archealogical sites such Machu Picchu. in your opinion, is it more important to try to preserve such site or to allow public access to them ?
The chart below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change n each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
The following table gives statistics showing the aspects of quality of life in five countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Writeatleast 150 words. Table: The Quality of Life in Four Countries Country GNP per head (1982: US dollars) Daily calorie supply per head Life expectancy at birth (years) Infant mortality (per 1000 live births Bangladesh Bolivia Egypt Indonesia USA 140 570 690 580 13160 1877 2086 2950 2296 3653 40 50 56 49 74 132 124 97 87 12
In the future, no one will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything online with out paying. to what extent do you agree or disagree? with this statment
The line graph below shows the number of overseas visitors to three different areas in urban country between 1987 and 2007.
Write an essay of about 250 words to answer the following questions. Give reasons and include any relevant examples to support your answer. Too much emphasis is placed on testing these days. The need to prepare for tests and examinations is a restriction on teachers and also exerts unnecessary pressure on young learners. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
One problem faced by almost every large city is traffic congestion. What do you think are the cauces of this? What solutions can you suggest?
In some countries, more and more are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
More children are becoming overweight. Therefore, daily physical education classes should be compulsory in primary and secondary schools. To what extent do you agree?
nowadays more and more people have access to the internet. but constant availability of any information worsens people`s memory and critical thinking skills. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
The two bar charts below show the proportion of 14-to 16-year-old students studying a foreign language in an English speaking country, and the top three foreign languages. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many claim that the fast food industry had a negative effect on the environment, eating habits, and families. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show changes in the proportion of energy produced from different resources in a country in 1985 and 2003. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. (Pie chart
Some people believe that the use of animals for the purpose of experiments is cruel while others believe that it is necessary for the development of science. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You and your family visit the local shopping mall every week. However, it has become more and more difficult to find a parking spot recently. You would like to let the shopping mall manager know about this problem. Describe the problem you are having with the mall’s parking. Explain what you and your family have to do in order to visit the shopping mall now. Provide some suggestions for how the mall manager can solve this problem.
Some people believe citizens should be allowed to carry handguns in order to protect themthelves, while others think this can lead to many social security problems in the society. What is your opinion? Use specific rsasons to support your answer.
The maps below show the changes in the art gallery ground floor in 2015 and present day.
Some people believe that more academic subjects such as chemistry, physics and history should be taught in schools, while others believe that students will derive more benefit from studying practical subjects such as motor mechanics and cooking. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In the last century when a human astronaut first arrived on the Moon he said: "It is a big step for mankind". But some people think it makes little difference to our daily life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The maps show the outskirts of the town of Fosbury in 1980 and 2015.
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• explain why you want to work in the company's head office for six months
• say how your work could be done while you are away
• ask for his/her help in arranging it
The graph below shows the percentage of secondary school teachers under 30 years of age in four countries between 2010 and 2017. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
More and more plastic waste is polluting the world’s city, countryside and ocean. What problems will it cause? What measures should be taken to solve these problems?
The pie charts below show the results of a survey conducted by a university library on the opinions of full-time and part-time students about its services.
Your English speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project helshe is doing about celebrating New year in different countries.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Say how important New year is to people in your country
Describe how New year is celebrated in your country
Explain what you like about New year celebrations in your country
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
It has become very common for people to borrow money. Maby people have credit card, a mortgage and often they buy a car on credit card as well. Is this a good idea or this is too risky? Discuss both views abd give your own opinion.
A friend who lives in another country has invited you to come and stay with him/her on your next holiday. You are too busy to accept the invitation.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
* Thank him/her for the invitation
* Explain why you cannot come
*Ask him/her about other times to visit.
Learning english at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out.In your opinion is it important for everyone to learn English. Should we try to ensure the survival of local l eppa akhil's picture
Children need guidance of their parents but do they necessarily always look for advice from them? There is a varying opinion on this subject matter and this essay will discuss the issue from both sides.
Many people try to create a balance between their professional life and their personal life. However, very few are able to achieve such a balance. What problems stop people from achieving a work-life balance? How can these problems be overcome?
The chart below gives information about how families in one country spent their weekly income in 1968 and in 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
It is important for children to learn 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 childen?
The best way to educate children is by using the internet in every lesson. To what extent do you share this opinion? What other ways are there of making lessons effective for children?
It is important for everyone, including young people to save money for their future. To what extent do you a agree or disagree with this statement?
The graph below show the total percentage of films released and the total percentage of ticket sales in 1996 and 2006 in a country. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people suggest that international news should study as a subject in secondary school . However,others say that it will be a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both views and give your opinoin.
Some people believe that building a massive stadium in a country generates a lot of profit for people who live nearby as well as those who live in remote areas in a state. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Education and health care should be funded by the government and free for everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The charts below show agricultural production in two different regions of the country. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To whatt extent do you agree or disagree with this statement
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their tranining. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss bıth views and give your opinion.
In some countries, owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Wht might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
ome children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
You have been offered a job, asking you to start next week. You want the job very much but, because of a previous commitment, you want to delay the start for another two weeks.
Q Write to the Manager, accepting the job, but explaining your situation and asking for the change to your start date.
Many people around the world use social media evryeday to keep in touch with other people and get news events. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
As global trade increase, many goods including those we use in daily basis are produced in another country and have to be transport long distance. Do benefit of this trend outweigh disadvantages?
Some people believe hat all children should learn a foreign language from the time they start school, while others believe it is better to wait until a child is at secondary school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.