Some people think the government funding should not be used for supporting art and culture, others think supporting cultural activities may be beneficial for society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Recent figures show an increase in violent crime among youngesters under the age of 18. Some psychologist claim that the basic reason for this is that children thesedays are not getting the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers. To what extent you agree or disagree ?
Some people believe that sport has an important role in society. Others, however, feel that it is nothing more than a leisure activity for some people. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
Illiteracy has traditionally been viewed as largely a third world problem. However it is becoming apparent that in countries such as the USA and Australia, illiteracy is on the increase. Discuss some possible causes and effects this phenomenon has on the society.
Some people think a country benefits from a large proportion of young university students, others think sending young people to universities only leads to graduate unemployment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise, pollution, and airport construction. Some people say that government should try to reduce air traffic by taxing it more heavily. Do you agree or disagree?
Your friend wants to send her/his child to leam music. He/she asked you for some information about the music academy that you went to
Write him/her a letter. You should
-Describe the music school
-Suggest a teacheror a class to go to
- Explain why you recommend it
Some people think that the fictional violence portrayed on television is harmless entertainment. Others disagree and think that it encourages violent behaviors. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that social networking sites have a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree？
Some people believe the range of technology available to individuals today is increasing the gap between poor people and rich people. Others think it is having an opposite effect. Discuss these points of view. What is your opinion
In some countries,many people do not have enough money to access the internet.Should governments be responsible for ensuring that everyone can get access to the internet? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You stayed at your friend’s house when you attended a conference in Australia. Unfortunately, you left a large envelope with some important documents in your room. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:
•thank your friend for the stay
•describe where you left the envelope
•ask him/her to return it to you by post
Professional sports are a very large industry in the world today. The most elite players can get contracts worth many millions of dollars. Some say there is too much money in sports and that it defeats the purpose of the actual game. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Use examples from your own experience to support your answer.
Some people argue that small classes for language students is beneficial, whereas other says number doesn’t matter. Discuss both views and give your opinion
ou have seen an advertisement from a couple who live in an Australia. For someone to teach their two children your language for a year. Write a letter the couple, in your letter:
explain why you think you would be suitable the job
say what else you could do for the family
give your reasons for wanting the job
Interview forms the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree?
-Some people claim that not enough of the waste from home is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste.
Some people think that women are generally more peaceful than men as their characters are naturally more nurturing than aggressive. To what extent do you agree or disagree
In some countries university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other countries students attend university in another city. Do you think the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages?
As more and more students enter universities; academic qualifications are becoming devalued. To get ahead in many professions, more than one degree is now required, and in the future, people will likely take some degree courses before even starting work. It is an undesirable situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people prefer activities and lifestyles in hot climates while others prefer activities and lifestyles in cold climates. Discuss both views, and give your opinion.
In recent year sports star have become increasingly famous and wealthy. For some this is a benefit, raising the profile of sports, but for others it is a negative influence. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Cyclists and car driver today share the same road cause some problems. what are the problems? what can be done to reduce these problems?
Some people believe that natural ability is necessary to excel at sports. Others believe that hard work and practice is more important. Discuss both views and add your opinion.
some people prefer to shop for food in supermarkets. Other people prefer todo their food shopping online. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that in order to deal with the problem of congestion in cities, privately owned vehicles should be banned in city centers, while others consider this to be an unrealistic solution. discuss both sides and give your opinion.
You have just read an article in an international travel 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 whey it is important for the magazine to give correct information
- suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Some people prefer to shop for food in supermarkets. Other people prefer to do their food shopping online. Discuss on both views and give your opinion.
he Education of young people is the main priority in countries around the world. some belive that educating adults who cannot read or write is essential for the society and more funding should be made available for it to what extend do you agree or disagree?
In some cities in the world, cars are replacing bicycles. In other cities, however, people are choosing to ride bicycles rather than to drive cars. What are the reasons for these developments? Which development do you think is better?
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or buildings they live in. What are the reasons of this? How can people research this?
Some people think that increasing business and cultural contacts is a positive trend, others think that it leads to a loss of social identities. Discuss both points and give your opinion.
some people believe that isa good idea to express their points of views and ideas through social media while , other belive opposite . Who do you support or why ?
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 your own opinion. N
Some cities have few controls over the design and construction of housing and office buidings. People think that they should be free to choose the design they live. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. Topic: information/ business/ choices To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Shopping is the favorite pastime for most of the young people. Why do you think is that. Do you think they should be encouraged to do some other useful activities?
Some persons feel museums are not important and so shouldn't be funded by government. To wavy extent do you agree or disagree.
•Some people think that job satisfaction is more important than job security. Others think that people can not expect enjoy a job and that having a permanent job is more important. •Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that team sports prepare children for work life but others think individual sports are better. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people believe people should consume locally grown food while others believe food should be transported for consumption. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
While in some countries children start school at the age of four, in other countries they start at the age of seven. Some people believe that starting school early affects the relationships between parents and children. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of starting school early and give you own opinions.
“Some people say that in our modern age, it is unnecessary to teach children about the skills of handwriting.”
To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that public sports facilities improve people health problems. Others argue that this development has insignificant effects on public health. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some experts believe that it is better for children to learn foreign languages at primary school rather than at secondary school.describe the advantages and disadvantages
Some people claim that students should take short-term gap after their study but other people says that its should not be. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should
focus on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems.
To what extent do you a gree or disagree?
In some countries, most people prefer to rent their homes rather than buying them. Whare are the advantages and disadvantages of renting a home?
The development of tourism contributed to English becoming the most prominent language in the world. Some people think that it will lead to English becoming the only language to be spoken globally. What are the advantages and disasvantages to having one language in the world?
You have recently been in a sports centre and noticed some issues in the changing rooms. Write a letter of complaint to the manager of the centre and say
– What was the problem?
– Explain why it is bothering you.
– Suggest a possible solution.