The line graph illustrates the average CO2 emissions per capita in four countries—Britain, Portugal, Italy, and Sweden—between 1967 and 2007. Overall, the UK had the highest CO2 emissions throughout the period, while Portugal had the lowest. In 1967, the United Kingdom and Sweden had the highest levels of CO2 emissions. However, over the 40-year span, emissions decreased for both countries. In the UK, CO2 emissions declined slightly until 1977, followed by a more gradual decrease until 2007. Sweden experienced an increase in emissions, rising from around 8.5 to just over 10 metric tons by 1977, after which emissions dropped sharply, falling to less than 6 metric tons by 2007. In contrast, CO2 emissions in Italy and Portugal increased over the period. Italy saw a sharp rise in emissions between 1967 and 1977, followed by more gradual growth. Portugal’s emissions also surged dramatically until 1997, then continued to rise steadily until 2007. In conclusion, despite increasing awareness of environmental issues, the UK remained the largest CO2 emitter among the four countries in 2007, while Portugal remained the least polluting.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now ''one big traffic jalm'' How true do you think this statement is? What measure can government take to discourage people from using their cars?
Successful sports professinals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays,many business and training programmes are happening online and not in real offices .do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages
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 these views and give your own opinion.
The number of old people is increasing in many countries. Some people think this causes problems, while others think old people play an important role. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Sports today is turning into a business and there are companies involved that sponsors sports with ever growing prize money for the sportsmen as a part of their advertising. Some people agree to this because it has a good effect on the world of sports, other disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, small town-center shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expenctancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus on reducing environmental polluton and housing problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some believe that nowadays young people have more career opportunities than in the past, while others tend to believe that their position is more unstable and confusing. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Transport Preferences Among Young People The bar chart below shows transport preferences among young people in four countries in a single year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Today, the high sales of popular consumer goods reflect the power of advertising and not the real needs of the society in which they are sold . To what extent do you agree or disagree ? Give reason for your answer and include,any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
n many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
The world is experiencing a dramatic increase in population, which is causing problems not only for poor, undeveloped countries, but also for developed countries. Describe problems of overpopulation and give at least one possible solution.
Some people believe that sports is an essential part of school life for children, while others feel it should be purely optional. Discuss these opposing views and give your own opinion.
University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies. Do the advantages of this trend outweighs the disadvantages.
The diagram below shows the production of steam using a gas-cooled nuclear reactor. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Advertising is all around us, it is an unavoidable part of everyone?s life . Some people say that advertising is a positive part of our lives while others say it is negative. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say that increasing businesses and cultural contacts between countries is a positive development, while others think that many countries will lose their national identities as a result. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
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
In some countries, increasing number of health problems as a result of eating too much fast food.government should impose higher tax rate on fast food agree or disagree
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live
Write an email to your friend. In your email
1)Describe where you lived when you were a student at the university
2)Recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation
3)Warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any address
Begin your letter as follows
Dear,
Homelessness is increasing in many major cities around the world. What do you think are the main causes of this problem?
Online education is rapidly increasing in popularity. What are the advantages and disadvantages of online learning compared to in-class instruction?”
Satellites have become an integral part of modern life, impacting communication, navigation, and scientific research. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the increasing reliance on satellites.
Research recently shows an increasing number of business meetings and trainings taking place online. Do advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
The graph below shows the contribution of three sectors- agriculture, manufacturing, and business and financial services- to the UK economy in the twentieth century. (chris)
While many people believe that advertising brings significant benefits to society and the economy, others argue that it makes individuals dissatisfied with what they already possess. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Some people think that children should not use mobile phones. Others believe that using mobile phones has many benefits for children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Convenience food will become increasingly prevalent and replace by traditional food preparaation. To waht extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
some people think that urban spaces should be used for parks rather than for housing.Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Robots can free people from difficult and dangerous work. However, some people are worried about the possible dangers robots may create. Discuss the benefits of using robots and the possible dangers from it.
Nowdays, advertising aimed at children is on the rise. Some people think this shoul dbe controlled. To what extent do you agree of disagree?
Fast food is now universally available in most countries and is becoming increasingly popular. Some feel that this is a positive trend, while others do not. What are your opinions on this?
Some people do not allow their children to participate in games, sports or competitions unless everone gets a prize. Other think that children must lear to deal with winning and losing in order to be fully prepared for life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Air transport is increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to other countries where they cannot be grown or are out of season. Some people say this is good but others believe the use of air transport for this purpose is not justified. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Excessive use of private cars is considered the main reason for the traffic jam in many cities, which is why the use of public transportation is encouraged. In your opinion, what are the pros and cons of using public transport?
There are two line chart diagrams to display two trends which are the percentage of using electrical devices in households and the number of hours of domestic work each week.
Many businesses choose to recruit from within their own company rather than sourcing staff from overseas. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Technology has impacted on the way people interact. These days, many people use technologies such as mobile phones and the internet to meet and communicate. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using technology to establish and develop relationships?
People can perform everyday tasks, such as shopping and banking as well as business transactions, without meeting other people face-to-face because of technology. What are the effects of this on individuals and society as a whole?
Planting trees is very important for the environment.some people says trees should be planted in the vacant areas of cities and towns, while others says housing facilities should be built instead for step to agree or disagree?
Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and polution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What ather measures do you think might be effective.
in some coutries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. to what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
employers should focus on personality eather than qualification and experience when choosing someone to work . To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement
In many countries plastic bags are the main source of rubbish, causing pollution on land and in the water, so many people think they should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have received the invitation to take part in your friend's wedding ceremony, but you will be in Canada on a business trip on that day with your boss. Write to your friend to apologise for not being able to take part in the wedding ceremony. In your letter: - Thank your friend for the invitation, - Explain why you will not be able to visit, - Suggest another plan.
Should Hong Kong adopt the opt-out system for organ donation? Write a letter to the editor addressing this issue.
In some countries, people of all age groups engage in too many sports or over-exercising. Are there more advantages or disadvantages of this trend?