Some people feel that paparazzi should not follow celebrities and invade their privacy by taking pictures of them everywhere, while others believe this is just the price of fame. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have just read an article in an international magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
correct the information in the article
explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Many old buildings protected by law are part of a nation’s history. Some people think they should be knocked down and replaced by new ones. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that children should obey rules and listen to their parents and teachers; Some others believe that less control will help children deal with their adult life. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that song lyrics which glorify violence and criminal lifestyles should be banned. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of such a ban.
ome people think that in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should make efforts in reducing environmental pollutions and housing problems. To what extent do you agree to disagree with this statement?
Many people believe that in order to have clean and tidy streets in their neighbourhood this should be resident's responsibility's while others think it should be governments's duty. What is your opinion?
The governments should spend money in promoting sport and art in school, rather than sponsoring professional sports and art events in communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Doctors recommend that oldfer people should execrise regularly. However, many of them do not execrise enough. What are the causes? What can be done to encourage them to execrise ?
Students should always question what they are taught instead of accepting it passively. Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the statement and explain your reasoning for the position you take. In developing and supporting your position, you should consider ways in which the statement might or might not hold true and explain how these considerations shape your position.
In order for a child to develop his/her family life, mothers and fathers should take a course on parenting skills and child development each year. Do you agree or disagree ?
Some people think that children should be taught to competitive in school. Others however, think cooperation and team working skills are more important. Discuss both views/sides/points.
Some people think that having a retirement age of 65 years is unfair. They believe that certain workers should retire earlier and get pension at an early age. Do you agree or disagree? Give examples
Some scientists think that there are intelligent lifeforms on the other planets and messages should be sent to conduct them . Other scientists think that it is a bad idea and would be dangerous . Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
some people believe that university education should be free for everone. To what extend do you agree. answer in simple english with examles
Some people believe that professionals, such ad doctors and engineers, should be required to work in country where they did training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe international organizations should lead efforts to protect the environment. Others think each country should act on its own. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that the arts should receive subsidies or sponsorship from government and big companies. Others feel such spending is a luxury and that it would be better if it were invested in scientific projects. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think movies should only be for entertainment. Others think that they should also have educational values. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe that cooking is an essential life skill and should be taught to boys and girls in schools. Others disagree and believe it is a waste of school time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Sexual harassment has become a popular claim from working people. But authorities should be very careful with this tendency. To what extend do you agree?
You recently sent a valuable parcel through a courier company, but it has not arrived at its destination.
Write a letter to the courier company. In your letter:
• Give details of the parcel and when you sent it.
• Explain the importance of the parcel's contents.
• Suggest what action you would like the company to take.
You should spend about 20 minutes on thi
Test date 10/11/2018 Some people think that governments should use the money to provide faster means of public transport, while others are concerned that there are many more important priorities than public transport. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe global trade is the best way for an economy to grow. However, others believe we should only produce and buy products made in our own country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
A lot of people who wanted to become professional athlete gave up this idea because of the fear of failure and parents’ pressure. Do you think that parents should support their children who want to do a career in sports?
Some people believe that individuals over 65 shouldn't be allowed to continue working. Others think the people should be allowed to work for as long as they chose. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Older-school children should learn a wide range of subjects and develop knowledge, or they should only learn a small number of subjects in detail. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that all people should stay in full-time education until they are least 18 years old. to what extent do you agrre or disagree?
Topic: In many countries, the consumption of fast food is increasing, which is leading to health problems. Some people think that the government should tax fast food to reduce its consumption. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You study at a university and often use the university library. The library closes very early in the evening and you are not able to stay there and study.
Write a letter to the manager of the library. In the letter,
-Describe who you are and the details of your university course
-Explain the problem at the library
-Suggest what you think the manager should do
The tendency of news reports in the media to focus more on problems and emergencies rather than on positive developments is harmful to the individuals and the society as a whole. To what extent do you agree or disagree? You should write at least 254 words.
Learning English language 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 language and, if so, how?
Some people believe that the government should spend more money on public transportation, while others think it should focus on improving roads for private vehicles. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In order to study at universities students are required to pay expensive tuition fees. Not all of the students can afford them so some people think that university education should be free for everyone. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
people think that marriage should happen only when couples are financially secure. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, a large amount of advertising is aimed at children. Some people think it is negative for children and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? At universities and colleges, sports and social activities are just as important as classes and libraries and should receive equal financial support. Use specific reasons ad examples to support your answer.
Most countries allow 18-year olds to start driving a car. Some say it is good to allow it at this age. But others think that the age to start driving should be at least 25. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Pollution around the world is becoming a serious problem. Do you think this is a problem that should be solved internationally or at a local level?
Some people think that companies and individuals, rather than the government, should pay for cleaning up the pollution that they have produced. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The most important aim of scinece should be to improve patient's lives. To what extent do you agrree or disagree with this statement?
some people think that competition at work, school and in daliy life is a good thing, others believe that we should try to cooperate more, rather competing against each other. discuss and give opinion.
In the future it may be necessary for us to live on other planets. For this reason, some people believe that we should spend money now to research other planets, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Schools should concentrate on teaching students the academic subjects that will be useful for their future career. Subjects such as music and sports are not useful. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. Dinosaur, dodos …) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that all secondary and higher secondary school students should be taught how to manage money as it is an important skill. Do you agree or disagree with this argument?
Training for work is far more important than providing a broad-based education. You should use your own ideas and experience and support your argument with examples.
Some people think that employers should not care about the way their employees dress, because what matters is the quality of therir work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Extreme sports such as sky diving and rock climbing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You live in a room in college which you share with another student.
However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it
very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter,
• describe the situation
• explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
• say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.