In some countries around the world, men and women tend to have their children later in life. Why is this happening? What are the effects on society and family life?
Many people believe that in the future, modern technology can take the role of teachers in the class. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The graph below gives information about the number of jobs in four sectors of the economy in the US between1960 and 2020.
n many parts of the world there is continuous coverage of sports on television. Some people believe this discourages the young from taking part in any sport themselves. Discuss this view and give your own opinion.
Traffic congestion is becoming a serious issue in many cities around the world. What are the causes of this problem, and what measures can be taken to address it?
The line graph shows the number of active daily users of Facebook in 3 different countries.
the charts below give information about levels of education in glasgow in 2010
Many office authorities impose restriction on smoking within the offices premises. Some governments have even banned smoking in all public places. This is a good idea but it takes away some of our freedom. What are your opinions on this?
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be diverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of diverless vehicles outweighs the disadvantage.
Levels of consumer debt are increasing across the world. To address this, a new subject should be introduced in secondary schools: how to manage personal finances. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
The internet has become a big part of life today. Some people think it is fantastic and a huge help. Others believe it has caused some problems. Outline the advantages and disadvantages of the internet.
Some people believe that teenagers should concentrate on all school subjects. Others believe that teenagers should focus on the subject that they are bet or that they find the most interesting. Discuss both these views and give your own opinio
Giving details of crimes on TV and in the print media can have consequences for society. Some people say that this information should be restricted. Do you agree or disagree?
Write a letter to the manager of the Lost and Found department of the railway regarding the luggage you accidentally left on the train.
In your letter
•give the details of your train trip
•describe the luggage you left on the train
•say what actions you want him/her to take.
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 statement?Write 250 words within no more than 40 minutes.
Some people prefer to live in a house, while others feel that there are more advantages ti living in an apartment. Are there more advantages than disadvantages of living in a house compared with living in an apartment?
The given picture shows the process of making electricity from coal. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
MANY CITIES CONTAIN OLD PUBLIC BUILDINGS,SUCH AS TOWN HALLS ANFF ART GALLERIES,WHICH ARE EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR.SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT GOVERNMENTS SHOULD REPLACE THESE BUILDINGS WITH NEWS ONES.OTHER PEOPLE THINK THAT IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE OLD BUIldings discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Some people think that internet is shrinking our world with its tremendous benefits. Others argue that it has major adverse consequences for the course of human civilization due to its negative effects on family relationship. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
An increasing number of people do not know their neighbors, and there is no longer a sense of community. What do you think are the causes of this situation? What are the solutions to solve the problem?
The chart below shows the percentage of adults of different age groups in the UK who used the Internet everyday from 2003-2006. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prioson sentences. Others,however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion
The diagram below show the life cycle of a species of large fish called the salmon. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where revelant
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self employment?
In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have the opportunity to study abroad.What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
People from poor rural areas often have difficulty getting into good universities. Therefore, universities should make it easier for these people to be accepted. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicales will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicales outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below gives information about global sales of games software, CDs and DVD or video. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the results of a survey of people who visited four types of tourist attractions in Britain in the year 1999.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of leaving your country to live or study abroad?
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Many museums charged for the admission while others are free. Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to museum outweigh the disadvantages?
Predictably, traditional cultures of countries will be lost as technology develops. Technology and tradition are incompatible. Do you agree or disagree?
You recently notice a local restaurant that was offering a part time job.
Write a letter to restaurant manager. In your letter,
• Explain you would like to apply for a job
• Give some details of any relevant experience that you have
• Specify the days and times that would suit you.
dueWith the latest technological advancements, dating is now possible online. Would you recommend online dating for your single friends? What are the advantages and disadvantages of online dating? Site some examples to support your answer.
In many parts of the world, families were larger in the past because people had more children. Do you think there were more advantages or disadvantages to being part of a large family in the past?
Some people believe online reading materials should only be used for a child to learn to read, whereas others believe only printed material should be used. discuss both views and give your openion.
Anyone can use a mobile phone to answer the work call and home call at any place, or 7 days a week. Do you think there are more negative or positive effects on both individuals and society?
Many museums charge admission fee while others are fee. Do the advantages of charging people to visit a museum outweigh the disadvantages
The diagram below shows one way of manufacturing ceramic pots. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You work for a company. You have seen some information online about a training course that would be useful for your work.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
•give details of the course
•say how the course would be useful
•explain how the company could help you do this course.
The charts give information about the average amount of time per day spent on two common leisure activities of different age groups in New Zealand.
The bar chart bar gives information about shares of expenditures for five major categories in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
Space exploration cost the tax payer an exorbitant amount of money each year.What are the advantages and disadvantages of spending money on space exploration
Many people consider that the most appropriate measurement for intelligence is a success when others believe that intelligence can be measured in other ways. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion.
The graph shows the impact of vaccinations on the incidence of whooping cough, a child illness, between 1940 and 1990 in Britain.
More than half of the world’s population now lives in urban areas. The rapid growth of cities in some parts of the world is bringing all kinds of social, economic, and environmental problems. Describe some of these problems and suggest possible solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Many students now work whilst they are studying in college or university. This often results in them having les time to concentrate on their as well as feelingunder pressure. what are some of the causes of this ? what solutions could you suggest?
Question: If a person is found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol while driving, they should be banned from driving for life, whether they were involved in an accident or not. Ak To what extent do you agree or disagree?
nuclear power is used both for weapons of mass distructions and the production of cheap, clean energy. do the advantages outweight the disadvantages?
The graphs below shows the average monthly change in the prices of three metals in 2014. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.