Art is considered to be essential to all cultures throughout the world. However, today fewer and fewer appreciate art and turn their attention to science, technology and business. Why do you think this is? What could be done to encourage more people to take interest in the arts?
Some parents spend little free time with their children today. Why is this? Who do you think this affects more, parents or children?
some people think that having a set retirement age of 65 for everybody, regardless ocupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retaired and receive a pension at an earlier age do you agree or disagree
ome people want governments to spend money looking for life on other planets. Others, however, think this is a waste of public money when there are so many problems on earth. Discuss both these views and give your own opinio
These days many people leave their country to work abroad and take their families with them. Do you think adavantages of this outweigh the disadvantages in terms of family development.
The difference between countries is becoming less and less evident as people all over the world wear the same fashions, watch the same TV channels, use the same brands, and have similar eating habits. Do you think that the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that climate change reforms will negatively affect business . Others feel they are opportunity for business .Discuss both side and give your opinion.
Being a celebrity –such as a famous film star or sports personality- brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?
Some people think that spending a lot on holding wedding parties and other celebrations is just a waste of money, others argue that these are necessary for individuals. Discuss both views and give opinion.
Many foods are shipped from far away. Some people think that eating local food is more environmentally and economically. Do you think the advantages outweigh its disadvantages?
Many people think that the governments should make education free for all, no matter what their financial background is. Do you agree or disagree?
Economic growth is one way to measure a country’s success, but what else should we look at? Which do you think is the most important?
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railyway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believ ethe money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
In many parts of the world, people do research for family history. Some people think that finding for the previous generations is a thing to be useful, but others think that it is better to be focus on present and future generations. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Some people feel that countries should produce most of the food that is eaten in their country and import as little as possible. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
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.
Band 8
A freiend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He has asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. th your letter
- explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
- describe some possible disadvantages
- say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
Some think that the best way to stay fit is to join a health club or gym while others think doing everyday activities such as walking and climbing staircases is enough. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Terrorist activities are increasing all across the globe. Thousands of people lose their life because of terrorist attacks every year. What do you think are the reasons for the rising terrorism? How does it affect people of the world?
Some people think that because of email and telephone, communication among people is less personal now than it used to be. Do you agree or disagree with that view.
Space travel has been possible for some time and space tourism will probably be developed in future. Do you think space tourism is a negative or positive development?
Some people think secondary school students should study international new as one of their subjects, while others believe this is a waste of valuable school time. To what extent do you agree or disagree,
Some people think the typical teaching of a teacher and students in the class will not exist by the year 2050. Do you agree or disagree?
Some businesses observe that people who just finished college have a hard time interacting with colleagues in working as a team. What do you think is the reason behind this? What are your suggestions to address this problem?
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very importantfor people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
In the future all cars, busses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these va hickeys will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweight the disadvantages ?
Successful sport professionals can earn a great deal more 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.
some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others , however believe school is the place to learn this. discuss both views and give your own pinion?
Some people think that information outlets nowadays have sensationalized and influenced people’s lives in negative ways. Others disagree and say that is also positive. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people prefer to watch foreign films rather than locally produced films. Why is this? Do you think the government should spend more money supporting the local film industry?
More and more companies are allowing employees to work at home/allowing students to study at home. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some people think its better to choose friends who always have the same opinions as them. Other people believe it’s good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them. Discuss both these views and gove your opinion.
Some people believe that universities are responsible for preparation of young people for employment. Others believe universities have other responsibilities. What do you think about the responsibility of the universities?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now one big traffic jam. How true do you think this statement is ? what measures can governments take to discorage people from using their cars?
People think a law should exist so that young people under 18 cannot be out after the midnight. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are abale to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think the media should not report details of crime to the public. What extent do you agree or disagree.
A poor infrastructure hinders under-developed countries from progressing and modernising. Some people think that this should be the first problem tackled by foreign aid. To what extent do you agree with this opinion?
Many cities around the world are facing severe air pollution problems. What do you think are the main causes of this issue? Suggest some possible solutions.
*ASSIGNMENT* Scientists believe that in order to protect the environment, people must use less energy in their daily lives. However, most people have not changed the way they live. Why do you think many people have not taken individual action? What could be done to encourage them to take action?
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give death penalty. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication hurts young people's reading and writing skills. Do you agree or disagree? Keywords: communication Type: Agree & Disagree
Some people think that the main purpose of school is to turn children into good citizens and worker, rather to benefit them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/she asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
-Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
-Describe some possible disadvantages
- Say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
Some people think that children should start school at a very early age, but others believe that children should not go to school until they are older. Dicuss both views and give your opinion.
Topic: Some people think that the spread of multinational companies and globalization produces positive outcomes for everyone. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an egeing population outweigh the disadavantages?
It is thought by some that a school teachers’ role is to motivate and inspire students. However, other people believe that a teacher’s primary role is to pass on knowledge. What do you think is the role of a teacher?
More and more people are suffering from health problems caused by a modern lifestyle which cannot be treated with modern medicines. Some people think that a return to traditional medicine should be encouraged. To what extent do you agree?
Some people believe that children should study all subjects at school, while others think they should only study subjects they are good at or find interesting. Discuss both views and give your opinion.