In some countries, many more people are choosing to live alone nowadays than in the past. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
more and more people think there is no need for printed newspaper. to what extent do you agree or disgaree?
Some people think that it is good for a country's cultures to show imported foreign films and TV programs. Other people think that a country should develop their own films and TV programs instead. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Traffic and housing problems in major cities could be solved by moving large companies and factories and their employees to the countryside. 🔸To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The maps below show the development of the village of Ryehath between 1990 and 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtade- labelled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries.
International travel is becoming cheaper and more and more countries are opening door for it. Does the advantage outweight its disadvantage.
Some people think that spending large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities is a waste of money. They think that this money should be used to improve existing public transport. To what extent do you agree / disagree ?
In the last 20 years, there have been significant development in the field of information and technology, for example, the world wide web and communication by email. however, these developments in IT are likely to have more negative effects than positive in the future. To what extend do you agree with this view.
Nowadays, many schools find it profitable to sell unhealthy food and sugary drink to students during lunch breaks Is this a positive or negative developmemt?
Some students prefer classes with open discussions between the professor and students and almost no lectures. Other students prefer classes with lectures and almost no discussions. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
In many countries children are engaged in some kind of paid work.Some people feel that this is complete wrong.However others sport this becouse they feel that it provides valuable work expirence.What is your opinion on this.
People today are surrounded by all kinds af advertising. this both affects what they think is important and is a negative influence on their lives. To what extent to you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that teenagers should study all school subjects. Others argue that they should focus on only the subjects that they are good at or find most interesting. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe what children watch on TV influences their behavior. Some say it is the amount of time watching television that influences their behavior. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The growing number of overweight people is putting a stain on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with the problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The charts show the amount of oil production by eight countries in 2014 and 2080.
Some people think that it is a very good idea to bring your family when you have to travel overseas to study or work. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages? What is your opinion?
The following graph shows the percentage of unemployment rates for the female in the UK. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many young people today leave school with a negative attitude towards learning. What is the reason, and what can be done to encourage a positive attitude to learning.
Governments give a lot of support to artists, even though some people think it is a waste of money that could have been used elsewhere. Discuss both veiws and give your opinion.
In many countries, people increasingly talk about money ( How much they earn or how much they paid for things in their daily conservations. Why is this? Is it a positive or negative development
As a country develops, people tend to buy more cars. Do the advantages for the individual outweigh the disadvantages for the environment?
You stayed at a friend’s house last weekend and lost your watch. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should:
Thank him/her for the good time you had.
Describe your watch.
Tell your friend what you would like him/her to do with it if he/she finds it
The table shows the income and expenditure of Brooklyn Hall, a place for hiring, over the period of three years.
Some people believe it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations.Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
-describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
-explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
-suggest what should be done about the problem
The pie chart and the line graph illustrate how much money was spent on three methods of watching films from 2005 to 2011.
Artists need a certain amount of freedom to develop their ceativity. some people think that artists should have total freedom to any thoughts and ideas. To what extent, do you agree or disagree
The chart below gives information about Southland\'s main exports in 2000, *20.., and future projections for 2025. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give tour own opinion.
The map 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 comparisons where relevant.
Imagine that you are in a classroom or a meeting. The teacher or the meeting leader says something incorrect. In your opinion, which of the following is the best thing to do?
— Interrupt and correct the mistake right away.
— Wait until the class or meeting is over and the people are gone, and then talk to the teacher or meeting leader.
— Say nothing.
Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Many children no longer read books but instead use modern technology. While some think this is a positive trend, others think it is a problem. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Many countries today are experiencing problems associated with noise pollution (excessive noise above a normal background noise.) What are the causes of this phenomenon, and what effects does it have on the people affected?
The bar chart gives information about southland's main exports in 2000, 20.., and fuluter projection for 2025. Summarize main features and make comparison where relavent.
Sport is becoming a business. More and more companies are getting involved in sporting events. Do you think that it is a positive or negative development?
Walking along any major street, one sees examples of pirated goods being sold openly in stalls and kiosks. Some people believe that people who sell these products should be prosecuted. To what extent do you agree with this?
Young people today are better qualified than they were in the past. Some people argue that this is because competition for jobs is greater than it used to be. Others say that people only continue their educatiok because the opportunities exist for them to do so. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
new stories on TV and in newspaper are very often accompanied by pictures. some people say that these pictures are more effective than words. what is your opinion about this?
Some people believe that tourists benefit from tourism, while others believe that such countries are negatively affected. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram below shows the process for recycling plastic bottles. The diagram illustrates the plastic bottle recycling process.
Public holiday celebrations are held by most conutries. Some people say that governmnt should spend money on other useful things! Do you agree or disagree?
The line graph below gives information on the numbers of participants for different activities at one social centre in Melbourne, Australia for the period 2000 to 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative trend?
You have been doing some voluntary work to help your local community. However, now you are unable to continue doing this work.
Write a letter to the manager of the organization where you have been working. In your letter
1. describe the work you have been doing
2. explain why you can no longer do this work
3. recommend another person who is interested in the work
ome people choose to eat no meat or fish. They believe that this is not only better for their own health but also benefits the world as a whole. Discuss this view and give your own opinion.
You have just read an aticle in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your coinith 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 people think that good health is medical service should not be run by profit-making companies. Do the advantages of private healthcare outweight the disadvantages.
The bar chart shows the percentage of government spending on road and transport (1990 - 2005). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.