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, theatre
Parents are putting a lot of pressure on their children to succeed. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive or negative development?
Modern lifestyles are completely different from the way people lived in the past. Some people think that changes have been very positive, while others believe they have been negative. Discuss both these points of view and give your own opinion.
Creative artists should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas (in words, pictures, music or film) in whichever way they wish. There should be no government verstrictions on what they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Many people say that globalisation and the growing number of multinational companies have a negative effect on the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Some people view video games as harmful, while others believe they have positive impacts, such as enhancing educational skills. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some countries invest in specialized sport facilities for top athletes but not for the average person. Is this a positive or a negative development ?
Towns and cities are attractive places. Some people suggested that the government should spend money putting in more works of art like painting and statues to make them better to live do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Human activity has had a negative impact on planet and animals around world. Some people think that this cannot be changed. While others believe actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discuss both and give your opinion.
The ways people interact with each other have been changing dramatically for the past thirty years because of text messaging. In what ways has text messaging affected the types of interactions people have? Has this become a positive or negative development?
Many people believe that social networking sites such as Facebook have a huge negative effect on both society and individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
.” Prevention is better than cure”. Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventive measures. To what extent do you agree.
More and more companies are allowing employees to work at home/allowing student to study at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development ? (TECHNOLOGY)
There has been a dramatic growth in the number of people studying at universities in the last few decades. While some people see this as a positive trend which raises the general level of education within the community, others fear that it is lowering the quality of educa''tion. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the increase in student numbers at university?
Some people think that children should not watch television, because it has negative effects, while others believe it helps children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Fossil fuels are the main sources in many countries, but in some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy is encouraged. To what extent do you think it is a positive or negative development?
In the past, everyone wore clothes according to their culture, but now people wear similar clothes all around the world. Is this a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more people are opting for distance education these days. What are the benefits of this trend? According to you, is it a positive or negative development?
Disruptive school children have negative influence on others. students who are noisy and disobedient should be grouped together and taught separately. Do you agree or disagree with this view
You are going to study in a college in the UK next year. You would like to stay in a college Hall of Residence.
Write a letter to the college. In your letter
explain your accommodation requirements
explain what your food needs are
ask what alternatives are available if they cannot provide what you want
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Children can learn effectivel by watching television. Therefore they shol db eencouraged to watch television regularly at home an dat school. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that excessive use of modern techonlogies, such as computers and smartphones, is negatively affecting the reading and writing skills of our young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and animals .some people think that this cannot be changed while other believe actions can be taken to bring about a change .discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think computers and the Internet are important in children's study, but others think students can learn more effectively in schools and with teachers. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasize that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is positive or negative development?( Huseyn 2)
News Stories on TV and in newspaper are very often accompanied by pictures. Some people say that these pictures are more effective than words. What is your opinion about this?
In some countries، owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. why might this be the case? do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
Creative artist should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas in words pictures music or film in whichever way they wish. There should be no government restrictions on what they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this option
Many people think that watching television is bad in every way for children Others think it has a lot of positive influences. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
More and more people want to buy famous brand of clothes and cars. What are the reasons? Do you think a positive or negative development?
More and more people today want to own famous brands of clothes, cars and other llems. What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas) are the main source in many countries, but in some countries the use of alternative source of energy (wind and solar energy) are encouraged. To what extent do you think it is a positive or negative development?
The pie chart below shows the main reason why agricultural land becomes less productive. The table shows how these causes affected three regions of the world during 1990s. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant.
Advertising has become an unavoidable part of everyone's life. Some people say that advertising is a postive part of lives while others say it is a negative one. Discuss both views and include your own opinion.
Today many buildings such as offices and schools have an open-plan design (no walls between areas for different activities) instead of separate rooms. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think the increasing business and cultural contact between countries brings many positive effects. Others say it causes the loss of national identities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Human activities have had a very negative effects on plant and animal species. Some people think it is too late to do anything about the problem, while others believe effective action can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The charts below show the results of a survey of the primary exercise objectives and locations of a selected group of adults between 20 and 50 years of age.
People tend to work longer hours nowadays. Working long hours has a negative effect on themselves, their families and society, so working hours should be restricted. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
🔶Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor.
Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
🔸 Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people feel the urban encivronments are more unhealthy than they have ever been What do you think are the main causes of the problem? What measures can be effective in tackling this problem ?
Some people believe that engaging in an active pastime does more to develop children's life skills than time spent reading. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is to impose strict penalties for traffic offenses, while others believe that education and awareness campaigns are more effective. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries, imprisonment is the most common solution to crime. However, some people believe that better education will be effective solution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number...) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking. Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge
Some people think that the increase use of computers and mobile phone in interactions has negative effects on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Currently there is a trend towards the use of alternative forms of medicine. However, at best these methods are ineffective, and at worst they may be dangerous.**To what extent do you agree with this statement?
New stories on TV and in newspapers are very often accompanies by pictures. Some people say that these pictures are more effective than words? What is 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?
Some people believe that time spent on television and computer games can valuable for children. Other believe this has negative impact on a child. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.