Although the prices of fuels have greatly increased over the last decade or two,it is argued that further increase in fuel prices are the only way to reduce world consumption of fuel and lessen pressure on the world fuel resources.to what extent do you agree or disagree?
People find it difficult to speak in front of the public or to give a presentation. How important is to speak well in public. Do you think children at school should be taught public speaking?
Governments give lots of supports to artists, even though some people think it is a waste of money that could have been spent better elsewhere. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain of shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and it is still not ready.
Write a letter to the shop. In your letter
•say what has happened and how you feel
•ask them to explain why there has been a delay
•ask them to repair the radio very quickly or to supply you with a new radio
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sports or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that child could be taught to be a good sports person or musician. Discuss both this views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answers and give relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some people believe that isa good idea to express their points of views and ideas through social media while , other belive opposite . Who do you support or why ?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (foe example, though cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that the best way to teach children to behave well is through punishment, others disagree and point out that rewarding and praising them is better. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Countries should provide enough food for their own people and therefore lessen exportation of food abroad, if needed. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Museums are often thought to be boring, and many people perceive visiting them a waste of time. What do you think is the importance of museums, and how can they be made intersting?
I'm writing an IELTS essay for this question: Some people think that newspapers are the best way to get news. However, others believe that they can get news better through another media platform. Discuss both views.
Higher education could be funded in three ways. All costs paid bygovernment, all costs paid by students or students paying all costs through agovernment loan. What are the advantages of these choices?
Even though some cities have extensive public transportation systems, many people still drive cars. Why do you think this happens? How can people be encouraged to use more public transportation?
Some people think that workers like nurses, doctors and teachers do not get enough payment while film actors and athletes get more money than the importance of their job. How far do you agree or disagree?
You bought a TV a week ago but when you got home you discovered it did not work properly.You called customer service to report the problem but you have not yet received any help.
Write a letter to the company and in your letter:
•introduce yourself
•explain the problem
•and state what action you would like from the company
In recent years, the number of crimes committed by teenagers in major cities throughout the world is increasing. Discuss this issue. Give reasons and suggest some solutions.
People think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are thaught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that children should be taught how to cook at school. Others argue that it is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Not enough students around the world choose to study science subjects at University. What are the reasons for this? What impact does this issue on the society?
The charts below show the percentage of food and goods bought in supermarkets in 3 European countries in 1998 and 2008.
Goverments give a lot of support to artists, even though some people think it is a waste of money that could have been used elsewhere. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently bought an expensive electronic product from a store and found that the product does not work properly. Write a letter to store manager. In your letter,
Complain about the problem
Propose action for the store to take.
Writing task 1 general training -You have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase
Write letter to the company that you bought the clothing from.In your email
-give details of the purchase
Describe the problem
-explain why you need a replacement urgently
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cellphone tracking and security camaras). In many cases, the people being monitoredare unaware that this is happening. Do you think the adventatges of this development outweigh the disadventatges?
You recently bought something from a TV home shopping channel. The product that was delivered does not have the same specifications / functions as the one advertised on TV. Write a letter to the TV channel. In your letter;
Say why and when you bought the item
Say what is the difference / what is wrong with it
Say what action you would like them to take
Some people think that children should be taught at school to recycle material and avoid waste. Other believe that should be taught at home. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both side and give your opinion.
In some societies, stress is now regarded as a major problem, and it is thought that people suffer from more stress than they did in the past. However, others feel that the amount of stress people have today is exaggerated. They say that previous generations were under more pressure, but the idea of suffering from stress did not exist. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Not enough students around the world choose science subject at university.What are the reasons for this? What impact does this issue have on society?
Some people think that newspapers are the best way to learn cnews. However, others believe that they can learn news better through other media. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
SOME PEOPLE FEEL THAT THERE SHOUD BE A FIXED PUNISHMENT FOR EACH TYPE OF CRIME. OTHERS Thought THAT THE CIRUMSTANCES OF AN OFFENCE SHOULD BE TAKEN IN TO ACCOUNT WHEN DECIDING ON A PUNISHMENT. DISCUSS BOTHE SIDES AND GIVE YOUR OWN OPINION.
.Art is considered as an important part of a society as well as an expression of its culture. Do you think it is positive or negative for children to be taught art?
In some culture children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
Some people have the same type of job throughout their lifetime, while others prefer to change. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
It is better for university students to live away from home during their university studies rather than staying with their parents. To what extent do you agree or. My inclinations partially line with this thought that students must stay away from home during university studies.
Many childhood diseases can now be prevented through the use of vaccines. Should parents be made by law to immunise their children against common diseases, or should individuals have the right to choose not to vaccinate their children? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
nowadays genetically modified food products are widespread throughout the world. while proponents of (genetically modified) GM crops ensure that these foods are safe for human consumption and help increase supplies, others argue that their health effects have not been studied long enough. discuss both the advantages and disadvantages
1.Adults today do not do enough exercise. Some people believe that showing major sports events like the Olympics or the Football World Cup on television encourages people to exercise. Others argue that there are better ways to encourage adults to move more. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken.
Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter
-Describe the problem with the equipment
-Explain what happened when you phoned the shop
- Say what you would like the manager to do
Celebrities are complaining about their personal lives being exposed through many means by the media. People say they should accept it as a part of their fame. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people like to eat unhealthy food even though they know it is bad for their health. Why? What are the effective ways to improve people’s eating habits?
Some people think that children should be taught how to become good parents at school. Others believe that this is not necessary or should be taught at home. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Should young people follow older people's example or it is good for them to challenge older people's opinions and thoughts. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much time is apent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree ?
Some people believe that it is better to have the same job throughout their life while others think that people should change their job after some period of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people thinks that wastes from home enough not recycled.They think government should make it legal requirement.To what extent do you agree with the statement?
Completing university is thought be some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Nowadays people make new friends through social media and internet chat groups. Some people think it is a good idea. Other think that face to face interaction is essential. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
These days, many university courses are offered through the internet. Some people think that online teaching has more advantages than conventional classroom teaching or lectures, while others claim that there are significant disadvantages. Do the benefits of online teachings outweigh the disadvantages?
In the modern world, schools are no longer necessary because there is so much information available through the internet that children can study as well at the home. To what extend do you agree or disagree?