"Prison is the only truly effective form of punishment, because it separates criminals form society." To what extent do you support this view? You should give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience
There are more cars on the roads these days and more accidents are happening. As a result, some politicians have suggested that people should take regular driving tests throughout their lives, rather than one single test. What do you think are the advantages of repeat driving tests? Do these outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Children experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning of a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantage of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than work for a company or organisation. Why might this be the case? What coulbe be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal fitness trainer, rather than playing sports or exercise class. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or a negative development?
Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discuss both sides of the argument and give your opinion.
Present a case arguing either for or against the following statement: Training for work is far more important than providing a broad-based education. You should use your own ideas and experience and support your argument with examples.
Some experts believe that a second language should be taught at an early age. Do the advantages ouyweigh the disadvantages
The maps below show the changes in Meadowside village and Fonton, a neighbouring town, since 1962
The diagrams below show the development of the horse over a period of 40 million years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Angsa
Smacking is the best way to discipline children. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The graph below gives information about the sales of five types of vehicles in Country A from 1990 with projected sales until 2020.
One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this development outweight the disadvantages?
The diagram below shows the production of ethanol oil from grain. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. Why might be this case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
Some people believe that it is the responsibility of individuals to take care of their own health and diet. Others however believe that governments should make sure that their citizens have a healthy diet. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and, if so, how? You should give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge to support your response.
The graph below shows the percentage of household with different kinds of technology in the U.S. from 1995 to 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that the governments should increase the cost of fuels for cars and other vehicles in order to solve environmental problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
1.In the past, people lived in one place for a long time, but now they can live in many different places, Why? Is this a positive or negative development?
The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at leat 150 words.
It is now possible for scientist in tourists to travel to remote natural environments such as the south pole. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
You recently moved to a new city for work and are experiencing some difficulties settling in. Write a letter to your friend describing your situation. In your letter, you should:
Explain why you moved to the new city.
Describe the challenges you are facing.
Ask for their advice on how to adjust better to your new environment.
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population inthe countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development
You are organizing a staff training day at a local conference centre.
Write a letter to the manager of the conference centre. In your letter:
Describe the purpose of the training day
Explain what you will need for the day
Ask about availability and cost
You have rented a condominium (apartment). Under tenancy agreement, you are required to give a three-month notice period before vacating the condo. For some reasons, you have to give up the condo all of a sudden as you have to migrate to other city as soon as possible.
Write a letter to your landlord,
• explain the reason for a sudden decision of vacating the condo
• ask for a special consideration
• how you would feel if your special consideration is granted
People living in the twenty-first century have better standards of living than people who lived in the past. To what extent [completely/ absolutely --- partly/ somehow] agree or disagree?
Part 1 The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual ' income in 2007,2011 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The number of overweight and unhealthy children in developed country is increasing, and many people think that this is linked to diet and lifestyle. What are the reasons for this increase and what can be done to reduce the problem?
some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course it useful to an employers. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
Some film companies spend millions of dollar on the production of a single movie. Is it necessary to spend a lot of money to make a good movie ? What factors contribute to the success of a movie ? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say the government should give health care the first priorities, some others believe there are more important priorities to spend the taxpayer’s money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, people are having children at later age in life . What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Most people have forgotten the meaning behind traditional festivals as Tet holiday; during festival periods, people nowadays only want to enjoy themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Write a letter to your manager telling him about how sitting for long hours for your work has affected your health.
In your letter you should mention;
1. What health problems are you facing.
2. Give suggestions as to about what changes can be brought about to reduce the health risks on you and on your colleagues.
3. How will these changes be beneficial to the company when it comes to future employees.
The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education leassons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graphs give information about average house prices in England and other parts of the world.
Some people believe that professional such as, doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Other believe that they should be free to work in the other countries discuss both views and give your opinion
The plans below show a public park when it tirst opened in 1920 and the same park today. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this weigh the disadvantages?
In the future, more people will choose to go on holiday in their own country and not trael abroad on holiday. Agree or disagree?
Many companies are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to replace human workers. Do you think the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
the table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money came from and the charts show how it was distributed. Summrise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comaprisons where relevant.
The number of people who are at risk of serious health problems due to being over weight is increasing. What is the reason for the growth in overweight people in society. How can this problem be solved.
Some people believe that climate has the greatest effect on people's way of life. Other believe that the economy of the region has the greatest effect. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Topic 2. Your neighbours have a dog that is noisy at night. You can't sleep. Write a letter to your neighbours.
In your letter
describe the problem with the dog
explain why it is important for you to sleep
outline what your neighbours could do about the situation.
In numerous nations, there is a growing trend for individuals to frequently discuss financial matters, such as their earnings or expenditures, in everyday conversation. What are the reasons behind this phenomenon? Is it advantageous or detrimental?
With the increase of digital media available online, the role of the library has become obsolete. Universities should only procure digital materials rather than constantly textbooks. Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this position and give your own point of view.
STRESS CAUSED BY WORK IS BECOMING A MAJOR PROBLEM WORLDWILDE. WHAT ARE THE REASONS FOR THIS? HOW COULD THIS PROBLEM BE TACKLED?
: You work for an international company and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another company Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: - Explain why you want to work in the company’s head office for six months - Say how your work could be done while you are away - Ask for his/her help in arranging it