DO THE ADVANTAGES OUTWEIGH THE DISADVANTAGES: International tourism has contributed both positive and negative effects to the local community. Do you think the advantages of international tourism outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays some older people choose to live in the retirement communities with other people, rather than living with their adult children. Is it a positive or negative development
This graphs shows the types of activities done by the elderly people in their free time from 1980s to the present in the United states.
Some people believe that unpaid community services should be a compulsory part of high school programs (for example working for a charity ,improving the neighborhood or teaching sport to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that studying abroad is the best way to improve career opportunities. Others think it is better to study in your home country. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
some people think that robots replace job opprtunities, other prople think used of technology create new jobs. discuss both of view and give your opinion
Some people say that living in a high-rise apartment block is a lonely experience because there is no community spirit. Others say that people who live in high-rise apartments have a much better sense of community than those who live in houses. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that unpaid community services should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example, working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Sending people to prison is not effective, and other methods, such as community work, should be supported instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
In the past when students did a university degree they tended to study in their own counrty. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
Students at universities often have a choice of place to live. They may choose to live in university dormitories, or they may choose to live in apartments in the community. Compare the advantages of living in university housing with the advantages of living in apartment in the community. Where would you prefer to live? Give reasons for your preference.
The pie chart illustrate the percentage of emploition staff aged in the public sector in United Kingdom in years 2015 and 2020.
A government's role is only to provide defense capability and urban infrastructure, such as roads, water and power. All other services, such as education, health and social security, should be provided by private groups or individuals in the community. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the last decade, there has been an increase in the number and variety of online courses available to adults. While welcomed as a great opportunity by many students, other students see these courses as a poor substitute for classroom teaching. What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying an online course?
The chart below gives information about birth and death rates in Switzerland from 1970 to 2020 according to United Nations statistics. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people leave the countryside for the greater opportunities which are offered by cities. This move is not without disadvantages for both people and the environment. What are some benefits and drawbacks of urbanization
Some people think that all teenagers should be required to do unpaid work in their free time to help local community. They believe this would benefit both individual teenagers and societ as a whole. Do you agree or disagree?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarket in some countries, many small, local businesses 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? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples form you knowledge or experience.
The government should spend money in promoting sports and art in school, rather than sponsoring professional sports and art events in communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays some older people choose to live in retirement communities and centres with other people, rather than living with their adult children. What is the reason for this and what are the solutions for this?
You have recently visited a local school in your community. It needs people who can help renovate the building and also help with some activities. Write a letter to the principal of the school and say
– How would you be able to help?
– When and why would you do it?
– Who will help you to do it?
Organized tours to remote communities and other countries are increasingly popular. Is it a positive or negative development for local people and the local environment?
Demand for food is increasing worldwide. What is the cause of this? What measures can the international community as well as the government take to meet this demand?
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure center that it runs, in order to save money. Write a letter to local council. In the letter give details of how you and your friends use the center. explain why the sports and leisure center is important for the local community. describe the possible effects on local people if the center closes. write 150 words.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall. You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall. Write a letter to the manager. In the letter: • describe what the group does • explain why the group is good for the community • suggest a
lternative days and times for practice You should write at least 150 words.
some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes ( for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extand do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the range of technology currently available is increasing the gap between rich and poor, while others believe that it is widening the opportunities for both groups. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The bar charts below shows the number of visits to a community website in the first and second year of use. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and mae comparisons with relevant.
Your local newspaper is offering an award for people who have helped the community. Write a letter to the newspaper editor. In your letter
The bar chart compares the proportion of 4 divers transportations usage throughout the commuting to work in one of European city in 3 separate years 1960, 1980 and 2000. The unit is measured in the percentage.
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programes (for example, working for a charity, improving the neighborhood, or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The municipal corporation in the area where you live has decided to demolish a historical building to build a shopping center. Write a letter to the mayor of the corporation. In your letter:
You have to explain
why it is important to preserve the building
suggest how the building can be used to benefit the local community.
Every year your company organizes a sports event for a local community, but this year they can’t do it. Write a letter to your local newspaper about this. In your letter
– Express your feelings about missing the sports event
– Tell them about your plans for next year
– Explain how this sports event is useful.
It is suggested that all young adults should undertake period of unpaid work, helping people in the community.Does it bring more benefits or drawbacks to the young people? Some people say that E books and technology will totally replace traditional newspapers and magazines. Do you agree or disagree?
Most countries value their membership in international organizations like the United Nations and the World Health Organization.In your opinion,is it important for countries to seek membership in respectable international organizations?Why or why not?Give reasons and examples.
Your local newspaper is offering an award for people who have helped the community. Write a letter to the newspaper editor. In your letter
suggest someone you think should receive the award
describe what the person does to help the community
suggest an award that would be appropriate for this person
Your community association wants to build a swimming pool so that inhabitants can enjoy their leisure time. They are considering two possible options whether to build an indoor pool which is more expensive but can be enjoyed year around or to build an outdoor pool. The association wants your opinion. Which choice do you prefer? Explain why you prefer that choice. Also explain the problems with the other choice.
The given diagram shows the stages of food production chain of the United States. Summarize the informtion and make comperison where relavant
Some people spend their entire lives in one place. Others move a number of times throughout their lives, looking for a better job, house, community, or even climate. Which do you prefer: staying in one place or moving in search of another place? Use reasons and specific examples to support your opinion.
The local Council in your city has no funds for repairs and maintanenance of old buildings. It has decided to demolish a historical building to build a software company. Write a letter to the head of Council. In your letter: explain why the building is important suggest how the building can be used to benefit the local community suggest a solution to finance the repair
The international community must act immediately to ensure all nations reduce consumpation of fossil fuel (gas and oil). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the past, students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunities to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this developments?
Some people think that managerial posts in private companies and in government are more suitable for men. Others think that given the opportunity women can be successful managers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that artificial intelligence (AI) will replace many jobs in the future, while others think it will create new opportunities for workers. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
All parents wants the best opportunities for their children. There are some who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a children's future. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Organizing tours to remote places and communities is becoming more and more popular. Is it a positive or negative development for the local people and environment？
Write a letter to the local council about plans to close a children's playground in your area.
In your letter, you should:
1) Say why children are not using the playground.
2) Explain how important the playground is for the local community.
3)Suggest how the playground could be improved.
The chart below shows the different types of goods and services purchased online in Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom last year. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below.
Some people believe that international sporting events are the ideal opportunity to show the world the qualities of the hosting nation. Others believe that these events are mainly a large unjustifiable expense. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that teenagers should be required to do unpaid community services in their free time. This can benefit the community and the teenagers. To what extent do you agree or disagree