Celebrities such as actors, athletes earn large salaries compared to other professionals. Some people consider this unfair, while others think that celebrities deserve to be paid a lot for the work they do. Discuss both opinions and give your opinion on the subject.
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 advantage and disadvantage of living in a small community?
Many people now undertake extreme activities, from hang-gliding to mountain climbing. Why do people risk their lives in this way, and do you think this is a good trend? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table below shows the usual method of travel to work for people in four Australian cities in 2016. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
REVISION ----- All large companies should provide sports and community facilities to the local community. 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. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
The chart below compares the percentage of time Australian mothers and fathers spents helping their children with four activities in 2013
The chart shows internet speeds in five different Australian cities in megabytes per second in 2005 and 2015. The graph shows the type of internet connections Australian people had in 2010.
In the past, people used to travel to see the differences from their home country. However, the sceneries in places around the world seem similar nowadays. What are the causes of these similarities? Do you think that the advantages of these similarities outweigh the disadvantages؟
Some Believe That People Should Not Continue To Work Once They Reach The Age Of Retirement Until what age individuals should perform their duties is a debatable issue; it is argued by many people that individuals should stop working once they reach the age of retirement. This essay strongly supports this view as this will greatly benefits an individual to stay blissful and motivated.
The government should spend money on promoting sports and arts in schools rather than sponsoring professional sports and arts events in communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays there is a trend that media focusses on problems and emergencies rather than positive developments. Some people think this is harmful to individuals and societies. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nowadays in many countries young people leave rural areas to study or work in cities. What are the reasons for this? Do the benefits of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays, some celebrities such as filmstars, sportsmen and pop musicians are paid too much. Do you agree or disagree?
Which jobs should be highly paid?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly ove 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 discourage people from using their cars?
The graph below shows the percentage of the population living in cities in four different countries from 1970 to 2040.
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the percentage of time used for different activities in the office in the US in 1980 and 2000. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, an nake comparisons where relevant.
Rising university fees and scarce employment prospects for graduates have led some people to say that universities should not teach art subjects, like philosophy and history, and only practical degree courses that maximises chances of employment. To what do you agree or disagree?
some people think that the teenage years are the happiest times of most people's lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in despite of great responsibilities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that in many cities around the world, there are constant traffic jams. How true you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discour
Some people think climate change negatively impacts business, while others think it provides more business opportunities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Competition for getting into university is becoming increasingly fierce. Why are universities becoming more competitive? Is this a positive or negative development?
Some cities havevehicle-free days when private cars, trucks and motorcych/5are banned from the city center People are encouraged to use public transportation such as buses, taxis and metro cvehicle-free days. To what extent do you think the advantages of this outweiglothe disadvantages?
These days more and more people are going to other counties for significant periods of time either to find a job or study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country. Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows te percentage change in the number of international sudents graduating from universities in different Canadian provinces between 2001 and 2006.
Human activities have negative affects on plant and animal species. Some people think it is too late to do anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe that studying abroad provides better educational and career opportunities, while others argue that it is better to pursue higher education in one’s home country. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Levels of youth crime are increasing rapidly in major cities in Viet Nam. What are the reasons for this? Suggest some solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Some universities deduct students’ marks if work is given late. What is your opinion and recommend some alternative actions for this problem?
Children spend a lot of time watching TV and playing computer game, however it does not help in improving their mental abilities. Do you agree or disagree?
bar chart below show the huors per week teenagers spend on activities in Chester from 2002 to 2007
The graph and the chart below give information on avarage daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius and the avareage number of days with rainfall each month for two Australian cities. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and makes comparisons where relevant.
The table gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities London, Paris, Tokyo, Washington DC, Kyoto, and Los Angeles.
Some people say that the increasing business and cultural contact between countries is a positive development, while others think that many countries will lose their national identities as a result. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Many people believe that public facilities (e.g. zoos, museums, parks)should be free. Other people think that you should pay to use these facilities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The table gives information about Underground Railroad networks in six big cities regarding when they were opened, the size and the number of users annually
The line graph below shows the number of international students who enrolled in universities in three different countries (Australia, Canada, and the UK) between 2000 and 2020. 2000 20,000 25,000 30,000 2005 35,000 30,000 40,000 2010 50,000 42,000 45,000 2015 70,000 50,000 48,000 2020 90,000 55,000 50,000
The chart below shows the results of a survey about people's coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in 5 Australia cities
Some believe that the rise of automation and artificial intelligence will lead to significant job losses in various industries. Others argue that it will create new job opportunities and improve productivity. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people participate in extra-curricular activities such as volunteering in charitable events or joining dance groups to gain more knowledge and experience. Others simply focus on their goals such as academic studies or work. Which do you think helps in improving a person’s knowledge and experience? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
ome people say that the best way to improve Vinsers’ health is by increasing the number of sports facilities at VinGroup or Vinhomes locations. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health at those sites and that other measures are required. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion
Your local public library wants to make improvements to their services and facilities. In order to get ideas from the public, they have asked library users to send them suggestions in writing.
Write a letter to the librarian in your letter
-describe what you like about the library
-say what you don’t like
-make suggestions for improvements
In large cities, the issue of overpopulation has been a significant cause of concern which leads to a lack of jobs and traffic congestion. What is the cause of this? How can government help in solving this problem?
The graph shows the annual income of languages-related jobs in US dollars in five cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The illustration below shows the process of tying a bow tie. Write a report explaining to a university lecturer how to tie his bow tie.
«Some people think that governments should spend more money on sports facilities for top athletes. Others argue that this money should be spent for sports facilities for ordinary people.
Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.»
The following two pie charts show the results of a survey into the popularity of various leisure activities among European adults in 1985 and 1995.
In some countries, there are not enough medical or educational facilities in rural areas. Therefore, some people believe newly graduated teachers and doctors should be sent to work in rural areas for some time. Others think that people should be free to choose where they work after graduation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The table shows the cost of water in 5 cities in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Some people believe that young people benefit from working while studing at schools and universities. Other think that young people will achieve more by focusing on their studies. Discuss both these viewpoints and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answers and include relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.