Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is better for children to choose jobs that are similar to their parents’ jobs than to choose jobs that are very different from their parents’ jobs. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people think that children should begin formal education at a very early age. Others believe they should start school at the age of seven. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
ome argue that music mainly serves as a way for individuals to reduce their stress and anxiety. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You eat at your college cafeteria every lunchtime. However, you think it needs some improvements. Write a letter to the college magazine. In your letter:
explain what you like bout the cafeteria
say what is wrong
suggest how it could be improved
In some countries, most epople prefer to rent their homes rather than buying them. What are the advantages and disadvantages of renting a home?
Some individuals believe that the primary goal of universities should be to provide information and skills for needed for future work. Others however feel that the main objective of universities is to give students access to knowledge for its own values regardless of the information is useful for a job or not. What in your opinions, should be the primary objective of university education?
Nowadays families are not as close as in the past and a lot of people have become used to this. Why is this happening ? Do the advantage of this trend outweigh the drawbacks ?
The line graph below shows the percentage of households in one country using four different types of electronic systems between 1995 and 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Volunteer work is when people offer their time and effort to help others without being paid. Students often volunteer to gain valuable experience and give back to the community. High school and university students should be required to complete a certain number of volunteer hours before graduating. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that prisoners sentences should not be used in dealing with criminals. Education and job training should be used instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
One of the major problems that faces today's government is creating enough satisfactory housing for their increasing population whilst still trying to protect the environment. Discuss this statement and give your opinion
In many countries governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an approriate use of government money?
Some people argue that girls and boys should be educated separately, while others think that it is more advantageous to study in the same school. What is your opinion?
Practice 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course.
You now find that you cannot continue the course.
Write a letter to the course tutor.
In your letter,
• describe the situation
• explain why you cannot continue at this time
• say what action you would like to take
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any ad
Topic: When choosing a job, the salary is the most important consideration. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie chart and the table illustrate the percentage of birthplaces in residents living in Australia and where people born in these countries live, respectively.
The primary purpose of public libraries is to provide books, and they should not waste their limited resources and space on providing expensive hi-tech media such as computers, software, videos, and DVDs. To what extent you agree or disagree.
Recently, flooding in many big countries often happens worldwide and it frequently causes disaster to many people living in urban areas. Discuss the causes and effects of this disturbing trend Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to to get a good job. On the other hand, others people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important . Discuss both sides and give your opinio
Some people think that the use of mobile (cell) phones should be banned in public places such as in libraries and shops and on public transport. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
the graph show the amount of money spent on books in Germany, Italy, France and Austria between 1995 and 2005
The table below shows the world's ten most expensive countries for petrol along with other financial information. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
When researching people's personalities and abilities, scientists debate the role that their biological genes play compared to the impact of their environment, including their experiences as they grow up. Which do you think is a more powerful influence– genetics or environment? Why?
Many people believe that music is just a form of entertainment, whilst others believe that music has a much larger impact on society today. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The local council is planning to create ‘dispersal zones’ in certain areas of the city to try to reduce street fighting.what is your opinion?
Many students are taught to push themselves to try and be better than other students, rather than work together for everyone’s benefits. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Government should close companies that produce toxic waste materials without their own waste treatments facility in order to protect the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
In some cultures, ambition is thought to be a good quality. Is it important to be ambitious? Is it a positive or negative characteristic?
Some people say that arts subjects such as painting or drawing should not be made compulsory for high school students. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think it is necessary to open compulsory art classes, such as painting classes; while others believe it is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
Some experts suggest people a method to solve the environmental problem is to increase the cost of fuels and all vehicles. To what extent do you agree with this point? and make comparisons where relevant. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. What do you think this means? Do you agree with this statement?
ou should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Some students work while studying. This often results in lacking time for education and constantly feeling under pressure. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
TOPIC: Covid-19 may be a catastrophe for human beings, but a therapy for Mother Nature. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
To solve the ever-increasing environmental hazards throughout the world, the best way is to increase the price of fuel. What is your opinion on the above assumption? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Modern technology, such as personal computers and the Internet, have make it possible for many people to do their work from home at least part of the time instead of going to an office every day. What are some of the advantage and disadvantages of this situation?
The two maps below show an island, before and after the construction of some tourist facilites. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people believe that the current system of both teachers and students will no longer exist the year 2050. Do you agree or disagree.
You recently took a plane to a holiday in a foreign city, and on arrival you found that your luggage
was lost. You did not receive your luggage until the last day of your holiday. Write to the airline,
•complaining about this situation
•saying why it caused you problems
•seeking suitable compensation
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
the graph below show information about the hotel staff from 1975 to 2010
In some contries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case ? Do you think is a postitive or negative situation ?
Space exploration costs tax payers an exhorbitant amount of money each year. What are the advantages and disadvantages of spending money on space exploration?
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 difficut to work.
Write a letter to the accomodation officer at the college. in your letter
describe the situation
explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
say what kind of accomodation you would prefer.
Band 9: Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Report: Fewer and fewer young people are interested in working as a teacher. What do you think are the reasons? What can be done to solve this problem?
The line graph below shows the consumption of 3 different types of fast food in Britain from 1970 to 1990. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
The graph show the participation of australian children in sports outside school hours in 2014. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feautures and make comparisons where releavnt .
Foreign visitors should pay more than local visitors for cultural and historical attractions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have heard that your company is organising a language training abroad for a limited number of participants. Write a letter of interest
state your position in the company
explain why they should include you in the training
Explain how training could benefit you and your company.
Some people think that governments should give financial support to creative artists such as painters and musicians. Others believe that creative artists should be funded by alternatives sources. Discuss both views and give own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.