In developing countries, some people think governments should introduce new technology for people in order to improve the quality of life, while others believe governments should offer free education. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. do you agree or disagree? agree= smoking worked, disagree= children ask parents, search for substitute
The graph gives information about annual consumption of energy per person in two years, 1990 and 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and making comparisons where relevant.
The bar chart chows the amount of energy generated by wind in four countries from 1985 to 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many countries invest money to prepare competitors to join top competitions, like the Olympic or the Olympics or the World Cup. Therefore, it is necessary to offer money to encourage children to exercise more? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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 alternative sources. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. People have different views about the funding of creati
The diagram below shows how salt is removed from seawater to make it drinkable. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below gives information about the journey to school by children aged 11 to 16 in the UK in a year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The first chart below shows the percentages of women and men in a country involved in some kinds (cooking, cleaning, pet caring and repairing the house). The second chart show the amount of time each gender spent on each task per day. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Parents are trying to reach childcare tutors to learn how to take care of their children. Is this essential? Give your opinion on this and illustrate an example.
The line chart illustrates the number of women in parliament of 5 European nations from 2000 to 2012
some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that they are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these bills and give your own opinion.
The three charts illustrate proportion of granted degrees at the National University in 1990 and 2000 years compared to 2010.
Many people prefer to use public transportation while others say that personal cars are the best mode of transportation. Excessive use of private cars is considered to be the main reason for the traffic jam in many cities and that’s why the use of public transportation is encouraged. In your opinion what are the pros and cons of using public transport.
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The graph shows the number of people taking part in 4 kinds of sports in a particular region between 1985 and 2005.. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The use of mobile phones is as antisocial as smoking. Smoking is banned in certain places so mobile phones should be banned like smoking. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that rest and sleep are the best methods to relax while others think that it can be done by involving in some activities like sports. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
In your opinion, what are the qualities that characterise a successful person? Why do you think these should be the criteria?
The table below shows the average household expenditure on three categories (housing, food, and entertainment) in five different countries in 2023. CountryHousing (%)Food (%)Entertainment (%) USA302515 Canada282018 UK352012 Australia252220 Germany332315 Task: Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries people tend to move overseas or move to a different part of their country after their retirement. Discuss why they do so and what the outcome of this situation is. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
n the past, shopping was a routine domestic task. Many people nowadays regard it as a hobby. To what extent do you think this is a positive trend?
Some argue that individual actions like reducing personal carbon footprints are ineffective against climate change and that only large-scale actions by governments and corporations can make a real difference. Discuss both views and state your own position
Interview form the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that an interview is not a realiable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Theoretical subjects such as mathematics and philosophy are taught in universities but students prefer more practical subjects such as accounting and computer programming. Some people believe theoretical subjects should be abandoned in universities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that advertisements are useful because they provide information about products and services. Others argue that advertising encourages people to buy things they do not really need. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
in the pass shopping was the routine domestic task. Many people nowadays regard it as a hobby. To what extend do you think it is a positive trend.
You have seen a advertisement in an australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and after look after their six year old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
Explain why you would like the Job
the table shows data about underground railway systems in six major cities with date opened, kilometres of route anbd passenger numbers per year in millions
Some people think that there are things individuals can do to prevent global climate change. Others believe that action by individuals is useless and irrelevant and that it is only governments and large businesses which can make a different. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Children’s education is expensive. In some countries, the government pays some or all of the costs. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages?
Some people think that the goverment sould be responsible for crime prevention, while others believe that it is the responsibility of the individual to protect themselves. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Generally, there are two types of guardians giving opinions about the whole life working style. Couple of them supports the idea to have only one sort of job at the same organization for the entire career, while other people suggest changing working places during their life. I keep both ideas equally and will try to illustrate clear reasons for it.
The pie and bar charts below show the percentage of water consumption and use in Australia in 2004. Summerize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Formal letter :
You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this .
Write a letter to the manager . In your letter:
•Explain why you take time off work
•Give details of the amount of time you need
• Suggest how your work covered while you are away
The charts give information about different types of waste disposed of in one country in 1960 and 2011.
Solving environmental problems should be the responsibility of international organization rather than each national government. Do you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A friend of yours is going on holiday and has asked you to recommend a destination.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
recommend a good place that you have visited before for a holiday
say where you went and where you stayed
say what you can do there and what the food was like
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Chris,
With the rapid development of communication technology, e.g smart phones, tablets and other communication devices, some people believe that the disadvantages of these devices outweigh their advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Communication technology has become so prevalent nowadays. What are the causes of this popularity? Is it a positive or negative development?
The pie graph below shows bottled water consumption in various regions as a percent of global consumption and the bar-chart shows the growth of bottled water consumption in 2001.
Write a letter to your trainer to let him/her know that you cannot continue doing a sport activity with him/her. In your letter
Give details of the sport activity and your session times
Explain why you are leaving
Tell the trainer what you liked about him/her.
Many supermarkets are selling more and more products that are imported from other countries instead of selling food taht is locally sourced. What are the reasons for this? I sthis a positive or Negative developement
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. comics books radio television film threatre
The bar chart below shows the top ten countries for producton and consumption of electricity in 2014.
Many argue that globalization has significantly contributed to economic growth and cultural exchange, while others believe it has led to increased inequality and the erosion of local traditions. What is your opinion on the impact of globalization? Do you think it is a force for positive change or does it pose more challenges than benefits? Support your viewpoint with relevant examples and experiences.
Nowadays shopping has replaced many other activities that people choose as their hobby in their free time. What are the reasons for this? Is this positive or negative development?
Nowdays more and more older people who are looking for work have to compete with younger people for the same jobs. What problems does this cause? What are the possible solutions?
Full-time university students spend a lot of time studying.Some say they should be involved in other activities as well. What extent do yoy agree or disagree!
In some countries, there is an increase in the number of parents who educate their children at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?