Some people use the Internet to search for solutions to their medical problems. Is it a positive or negative development? Give your own opinion and examples from your experience
Your employer is considering ways to adjust work hours and reduce them overall. You have been asked to provide suggestions on how to implement this change. Write a letter to your employer. In your letter:
– Explain why you think reducing work hours is a good idea.
– Suggest how the work hours could be reduced.
– Describe how these changes could benefit the company.
In many countries, individuals or their employers pay for medical treatment. Should the government be more responsible for the health of their citizens? Discuss and give your opinion.
There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have verbally complained several times but with no success.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter
Describe what the problems with the changing rooms is
Say what happened the last times you complained
Explain what you want the manager to do
Some people believe that it is good to hare as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. discuss both thes views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
In some city public parks and open spaces are being changed into garden where local residents can grow own fruit and vegetables. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The graph below gives information about thr percentage of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040
In the past, many people had skill such as making their own clothes and doing repair to things in the house. In many countries, nowadays, skills like these are disappearing. Why do you think this change is happening? how far is this situation true in your country?
Many people think that the professional sportsmen/sportswomen's behaviors on field and off fields are not important as long as they are good players. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The two maps illustrate the major changes in a harbour from 2000 to the present time. Overall, the port has undergone a significant development marked by the introduction of numerous amenities and the renovation of others. In 2000, the harbour was joinable from 2 entrances starting from the main road, which is located alongside the western edge of the map. However, another entrance has been settled in the recent plan. Indeed, a new entry was exclusively devoted to a large car park as well as an additional toilets and showers. Furthermore, the marina and its private yachts have taken a larger area in front of the new toilets whilst the fishing boats were permuted to the initial marina’s space in the 2000 port’s feature. Alongside the northern entry of the port, new docks and passenger ferries, located before arriving to the public beach, erected. On the other southern side, newly cafes and shops were constructed in addition to the replacement of the further eastern castle with a hotel.
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such place?
Many people nowadays spend a large part of their free time using a smartphone. What do you think are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think it is the government’s responsibility to tackle environmental issues. Others believe it is up to each individual to be environmentally responsible. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
Topic: It is common for young people to go abroad to study at university instead of studying in their home contry. Do the advantages of studying at university in another country outweigh the disadvantages
IELTS Many university students want to learn about different subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others feel it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for their qualification. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Inovation is driven by the pursuit of profit and economic growth. However, some argue that it should prioritize addressing social and environmental issues. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
🔶Some people say that protecting the environment is the government’s responsibility. Others believe that every individual should take responsibility for it. 🔸Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Today digital technology allows people to share all aspects of their lives on social media. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes mange health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Do you think that modern technology, such as the internet and computers will ever replace the book or the written word as the main source of information? Give reasons for your answer using your own ideas and experience.
Some people think that young people should choose their professions themselves. Others believe that their parents should choose for them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
More and more people are relying on the private car as their major means of transportation. Describe some of the problems over-reliance on cars can cause, and suggest at least one possible solution. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
One of major problems that face today's government is creating enough satisfactory housing for their increasing populations, whilst still trying to protect the environment. Discuss this statement and give your opinion.
In some countries it is becoming increasingly common for people to follow vegetarian diets. Do the advantages of this outweighs the disadvantages.
Some people think the media – television and films – negatively affect people’s behaviour. Others do not think so. How do you think the media affects people’s behavior? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Certain countries protect their native industries by imposing heavy tariffs on imported goods. Other countries encourage imports in order to ensure their citizens access to as many goods as possible. Should countries be allowed to impose high tariffs on imports or should all countries allow each other free access to their markets? What do you think? Give reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Convenience foods will beccome increasingly prevalent and eventually replace traditional foods and tradition methods of food preparation. Do you agree or disagree?
The diagram shows the process of growing and processing of pineapples and their products.
Today more and more tourists are visiting place where conditions are difficult,such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic.What are the benefit and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
The bar chart depicts England,Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland in terms of the proportion of women who were unemployed in the United Kingdom over a 2-year timescale spanning from 2013 to 2014 Broadly, the unemployment rate in Scotland registered upward trends, while that of England,Wales and Northern Ireland experienced completely opposite trajectories. England,notably, was by far the most widespread in the percentage of unemployed females in 2013 From the outset in 2013, the popularity of females who were without jobs in England was highest, accounting for 6,8%, which was 0,7% higher than that of Scotland. Thereafter, there was a slight decline to 6,5 in the prevalence of female unemployment in England in 2014, whilst the figure for Scotland exhibited an increase to 6,7% at the same time Commencing from 2013, 5.6% of females who did not have work originated from Northern Ireland, compared to 5,4% of Wales in the initial year, but then both countries decreased, with 4,6% and 5,0% in 2014 respectively.
Some people feel that entertainers(pop singers film starts and sports starts)are paid too much money.do you agree or disagree.which other types of job should be highly paid.?
Many university students live in a family but other live away from their home because of long distance between their house and university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this issue ?
The government has the duty to ensure that its citizens have a healthy diet, while others believe this is individuals’ responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
These days we are seeing an increasing amount of violence on television, and this is having a negative impact on children's behaviors. Do you agree or disagree
- While travelling, some people prefer to visit lots of places within a short time. Others prefer to spend longer periods in one or two places. - Why do people's preferences differ in this way? - What are the advantages and disadvantages of each approach?
Robots and artificial intelligence are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on soiety?
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of mone. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The line graph below gives information about the number of visitors to three London museums between June and September 2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have recently moved to a different city for work, but you want to maintain contact with a friend from your previous workplace. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
•Describe the city you moved to
•Tell him/her about your new job
•Invite him/her to visit you
You do NOT need to write any addresses
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like.Others believe that they should only be allowed to studey subjects that will be useful in the future,such as those related to science and technology. discuss boths these views and give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You ordered an item from an online shop three weeks ago. The shop said you would get the item two days later but you have not received it yet. Last week you sent an email about the situation to the shop, but you did not receive a reply.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
•explain the situation
•complain about the bad service
•ask for immediate delivery of your order or your money back
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Many animal species are becoming extinct due to human activities such as deforestation, pollution, and hunting. Some people believe that governments should take strict measures to protect endangered animals. Others argue that individuals have more responsibility to prevent animal extinction. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
An increasing number of children have become hooked on fast food and aerated drinks that do not provide much nutrition. This poor diet has led to a rise in obesity among children. What are the problems that are associated with obesity in children and what steps could be taken to prevent it?
You’ve read an article about the company you work for in a business magazine. The article contains information that is wrong.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
• give details of the magazine
• explain what information about your company is wrong
• suggest what you think your manager should do
The chart shows the number of information student studying at a UK university between 1995 and 2015.
Creative artists should always be given freedom to express their own ideas (in words, music, pictures or films) in whichever way they wish. There should be no government restrictions on what they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Schools should only offer subjects that are beneficial to student’s future career success. Other subjects, such as music and sports, are not important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe university education aims to help graduates get better jobs. Others believe there are much wider benefits of university education for both individuals and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The number of people who are at risk of serious health problems due to being overweight is increasing. What is the reason for hte growth in overweight people in society? How can this problem be solved?