some colleges encourage students to creatw business while they are still in school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
A government has a responsibility to its citizens to ensure their safety. Therefore, some people think that the government should increase spending on defense but spend less on social benefits. To what extent do you agree?
The line graph shows thefts per thousand vehicles in four European countries between 1990 and 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
the pie charts below show enrollment in different fields of study at a particular university
The pie chart illustrates several types of careers that Anthropology students did after they graduated from a university while. Tthe table gives the information about their salaries following five years of working in their own field.
Fewer students are studynig science at school and university, favouring more computer-based subjects instead. Is this a positive or negative development? what are the reasons for this?
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Vrite at least 150 words.
More and more tasks we do at home and at work these days are by robots. Is this a positive or negative trend?
WRITING TASK I The charts below show the results of a survey of adult education. The first chart shows the reasons why adults decide to study. The pie chart shows how people think the costs of adult education should be shared. Write a report for a university lecturer, describing the information shown below.
In many countries today, parents are able to send their children to single-sex schools or co-education schools. Some people think that children going to single-sex schools have disadvantages later in life. To what extent do you agree.
The charts show changes in household appliance ownership and time spent on housework from 1920 to 2019.
Many People believe that current system of both teachers and students in the class room will no longer exist by the year 2050. To what extent do you agree with this statement
Some people think that shops should not be allowed to sell any food or drink that has scientifically been proven to have bad effects on people's health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that childhood is the best stage of happiness. While others believe that a person can enjoy greater happiness in other stages of life. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
Some people think that students who don’t take a break in studies between high school and the university are at a disadvantage compared to students who travel and work after high school before further continuing their education. Do you agree or disagree?
Recent developments in technology have greatly changed our ways of life in a positive way. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Fast food has become more common in recent years. What are the reasons and what are its effects on people?
Some people believe that governments should invest more in improving public transportation systems to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. Others argue that individuals should take responsibility for reducing traffic problems by using public transport. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Childhood obesity is becoming a problem throughout the developed world. Because of this, some people think that adverts for fast food, sweets and sugary snacks should not be allowed in schools and colleges. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Scientists believe that computers will become more intelligent than human beings. Some people find it is positive while others think it is a negative development. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays people waste a lot of food that was bought from shops and restaurants. Why do you think people waste food? What can be done to reduce the amount of food they throw away?
The bar charts below give the information about USA marriage and divorces rates between 1970 and 2000 and the marital status of adult Americans in two of the year.
You have heard about plans to build new apartments in a public park near your home. You want to give your opinion about this.
Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper. In your letter
• Explain how you learnt about these plans
• Say what you think of the park
• Give your opinion on the plans
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one are of Britain. The police shows where the money came from and the charts show how it was distributed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feature, and make comparisions where relevant.
Medical studies have shown that smoking not only leads to health problems for the smoker, but also for people close by. For this reason, smoking should not be allowed in public places. Opponents argue that the forbiddance of smoking would possibly affect the freedom of choice or lead to the closure of many bars and pubs. However, supporters of this ban place people’s health problems at the top of the scale.
The government's investment in arts, music and theatre is a waste of money. Governments should invest these funds in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with the sentence?
Even with the constant improvements in health care, many countries are still struggling to provide adequate health provision to all of their citizens. What do you think are the main causes of this situation? What might be effective in tackling the problem?
In the future it may be necessary for us to live on another planets. For this reason, some people believe that we should spend money now researching planets that could be a possible home, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some individuals think that the government should provide free healthcare for all citizens, while others argue that individuals should be responsible for their own healthcare costs. What is your opinion?
Your child is going on a three-day school trip to another country. The head teacher wants to find parents to go with the group and you would like to go. Write a letter to the head teacher. In your letter:
• Say why you would like to go on the trip
• Suggest what you could do to help during the trip
• Ask other questions about the trip
Parents and teachers make many rules for children to increase good behaviour and protect them from danger. However, children wood benefit from fever rules and greater freedom. To what extent do. You agree or disagree?
Some people spend a lot of money for their wedding ceremonies. However, others feel like it is unnecessary to spend a lot. Discuss both view points and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience
The coloumn graph shows the percentage of males in a particular country who prefer watching sports to males who prefer participating in sports. summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relavent.
The line chart depicts the proportion of Australian expor ts to 4 nations, namely Japan, the US, China and India between 1990 an d 2012.
Topic: Some people think it is the responsibility of individuals to protect the environment, while others say governments should take responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people do not allow their children to participate in games, sports or competitions unless everone gets a prize. Other think that children must lear to deal with winning and losing in order to be fully prepared for life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many countries spend a lot of money in the arts. Some people think investment in the arts is necessary, but others say money is better spent on public service and facilities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Celebrities are famous for their glamorous life styles abd wealth thab their achievements and this sets a bad example to young. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people aroung the world use social media everyday to keep in touch with others people and get new events. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Some people think that the government is wasting money on the arts and that this money this money could be better spent elsewhere. To what extent do you agree with this view?
Being a celebrity-like a famous movie star or sports figure-brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems
The shown charts provide information on the way of dealing with insecure garbage products in three different governments.
Some people that passports are essential as a way of regulating the population of countries. Others believe they should be abolished and we should be able to travel where we like. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion
The chart shows how the number of students at different Canadian universities increased from 2001 to 2006.
‘These days, people succeed in their chosen profession because they are good communicators and not just experts in a particular field.’ Discuss the reasons why this is the case. Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Line graphs illustrate the shifts in food consumption by Chinese people in the midst of 1985 and 2010.
Individual greed and selfishness have been the basic of modern society. Some people think that we must return to the older and more traditional values of respects for the family and the local community in order to create a better world to live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Many modern children spend a great deal of time sitting in front of a television or computer screen. This is extremely harmful to their development. Therefore, parents should strictly limit the time that children spend in this way. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The arts, including art, music and theatre are considered to be important in society. Do you think the arts still have a place amongst our modern lifestyle? Should the arts be included in the school curriculum?
Natural resources such as oil, forests, and fresh water are being consumed at an alarming rate. What problems does this cause? How can we solve these problems?