Some people think that parents have a great in!uence on their children. Others believe that the media is a bigger in!uence. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that strict punishments for driving offences are the key to reducing traffic accidents. Others, however, believe that other measures would be more effective in improving road safety. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
In the past, most people lived in small villages where everyone knew everyone else. Nowadays, most people live in large cities where they only know a few people in their area. What do you think were the advantages and disadvantages of living in a mall community?
Some people get into debt by buying things they don’t need and can't afford. What are the reasons of this behavior? What actions can be taken to prevent people from having this problem?
today, many people do not khnow their neighbours in large cities? What problems does this cause? What can be done about this
The chart below shows the results of a survey about people's coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in 5 Australia cities
•In many countries small shops and town centres are going out of business, because people tend to drive to the large out-of-town stores. This results in an increase in car use, and it also means that people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores. Do you think advantages of such development outweigh its disadvantages?
Topic:Doctors in many countries are saying that people are not getting enough physical exercise. What are the causes of this? How it can be addressed?
We have three important parts of education: reading, writing and maths. Some people think every child will benefit from a fourth skill added to the list: computer skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The first pie chart below shows European Union member state shares of installed capacity of renewable egergy for last year. The second pie chart below shows the breakdown for Germany's sources of renewable energy, also for last year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
people say that public museums and art galleries will not be needed because people can see artwork and historical objects by using a computer. Do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show that percentage of their daily intake of various nutrients the average person in the USA consumes in each meal and in snacks. These nutrients may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarie the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
ome people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organized group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
1.A.Men and women employed in full-time jobs should share the responsibilities of household chores. Do you agree or disagree? Share relevant personal experiences.
Some people believe that the government should be responsible for transporting students to school, while others believe that parents should bring their children to school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, the role of a mother differs in some ways from the role of a father. Why do you think these differences exist? How might parental roles develop in the future?
The graph shows the amount of fruit produced in four countries(france, spain, turkey, germany) from 1970 to 2010
Some people believe that art plays a crucial role in society, while others think it is a luxury. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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. K
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter
•Remained him when and where you met
•Tell him what kind of job you are interested in
•Say why you think you would be suitable for the job
Young people’s ideas and attitudes are different from those of their parents and grandparents. What are the differences? What problems may be caused?
Most people today prefer to socialize online rather than spending time with their friends in local community. Do advantages outweigh its disadvantages.
The gap between the rich and the poor is increasingly wide, as rich people become richer and poor pepople become poorer. What problems could this situation cause ? What are solutions to address thise problems?
Some people think young people are not suitable for important position in the government while other people think it is a good idea for young people to take on the positions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today's youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an increasing early stage. Some sociologists claim that parents and other members of society often set a bad example. Discuss the causes and effects of widespread drug use by young people. Make recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight drug abuse.
Officials in your city have an empty space and are planning to build a zoo for recreational purposes. Some residents think that the place might be used for something more complex like a shopping mall or a movie theater.
Write about 150-200 words defending one of the two options provided below. You should say why you support the topic and how it would help the residents around you.
What problems are there with the other choice?
Option A: The town’s municipality should build a zoo.
Option B: The town‘s municipality should build something more complex.
Some people say that advertisinzg is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that family is the most powerful influence in a child’s development. Other’s say that other factors such as ( television friends music etc. ) play a greater role today. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some young people are leaving the countryside to live in cities and towns, leaving only old people in the countryside. What problems are caused bu this issue? What can be done to solve this situation?
Shopping is now one of the most popular forms of leiure activity in many countries for young adults. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Your new neighbours have recently invited you to a party they are holding next Saturday. However, you have other plans on Saturday evening and cannot attend the party.
Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter:
· thank them for the invitation
· mention what plans you already have
· suggest when you can meet them
Write at least 150 words.
Nowadays, most people in cities live in large apartment blocks. Does this kind of accommodation have more advantages or disadvantages?
More and more people prefer to read ebooks rather than paper books. What are the reasons for this? What problems can this cause for libraries? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
in the past, people wore their traditional clothes and followed their cultures. these days, most people wear similar clothes and therefore look very similar to one another. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think that teenage years are the happiest times of most people's live. Others think that adult life brings more happiness in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both these viewsand give your own opinion.
In some countries,the gap between rich and poor is widening. What problems does this create? What measures can be taken to address this issue?
Rapid urbanization and industrialization have contributed significantly to climate change and environmental degradation.
What problems does this create for cities and individuals, and what solutions can be adopted to address these challenges?
Durning a recent plane journet, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter:
1) remind him when and where you met.
2) tell him what kind of job you are interested in.
3) say why you think you would be suitable for that job.
The best way to get people to use their cars less is to make them pay a road toll to drive on busy roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people state the schools should have a social responsibility to encourage children not to eat junk food. Others believe that parents should take responsibility for their children’s eating habits. Discuss both views and state your opinion.
Do you think that people who work online at home are more productive than office workers or the other way around? Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Despite a large number of gyms, a sedentary life is gaining popularity in the temporary world. What problems are associated with this? What solution can you suggest?
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.
It is important for the childern to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. puninshment is necesssary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? what sort of punishment parents and teachers be allowed to use?
An increasing number of people are choosing to change careers during their working lives and some even do so more than once. what reasons might people have to change careers? Do you think this is a positive or negative developemnet for society?
In some places, teenagers are encouraged to get part-time job while they are still in school. Do the advantages of teenagers working outweigh the disadvantages ?
some people believe that it is the government's resposibility to provide care and finance to support people after they retire, Others, however, think that individuals themselves should save money in their own when they are old. discuss both views and give your opinion.
In the past , most people worked for small business, while more people now work for large business. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for large business?
You recently went shopping at the local supermarket. When you got home and noticed your bill, you found that you had been charged for items you did not purchase. Write a letter to the supermarket manager explaining what has happened. Tell the manager you are not able to collect the refund and suggest a refund method and say what do you want him to do
The charts below show the percentage of water used for different purpose in six areas of the world.