it is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. punishment is necessary to help them to learn this distinction. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? what sort of punishments?
Write a letter to your friend who is interested in learning how to drive.
In your letter
● say why a driving license is advantageous
● recommend a driving school
● give any extra guidance /tips
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___________,
In some countries, young people have little leisure time and are under a lot of pressure to work hard for their study. What do you think the causes and what solutions can you suggest? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people argue that humanity must radically alter its ways of living in order to prevent more climate change. To what extent do you agree?
Recent advances in medicine have resulted in an increase in life expectancy over the past 4 years. Do you think the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
Some people think that everyone has the right to have access to university education and that the govern should make it free for all students no matter what financial condition they have . To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Public transport should be funded by the government so that it can be free for people who use it. To what extent do you agree or disagree？
In many countries weddings are getting bigger and more expensive than the past. What are the reason for this? Is it a positive or negative development
Increasing the peice of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures do you think might be effective?
People will never be willing to make the dramatic lifestyle changes needed to control climate change. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The pie charts below show the average household expenditure in japan and Malaysia in the year 2010.
In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. While some people think that this is good for a country, others believe that salaries should be controlled by the government to limit the amount people can earn. 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 poeople think it is more important to spend moeny on roads and motorways than on public transport systems such as railways and trams. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, many children play computer games. What problems are associated with this and what are some possible solutions? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Some people think that the main purpose of schooling is to turn children into good citizens and workers, rather to begin them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
People believe that arts like painting and music does not directly improve the quality of life, and therefore they think government’s money should be spent on other things. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
“It has been said, “Not everything that is learned is contained in books.” Compare and contrast knowledge
gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. Which is more important? Why? Write about
200-250 words to improve your opinions in this space”
Society is based on rules and laws. If individuals were free to do whatever they want to do, it could not function. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the above statement?
The chart below shows the proportion of male and female students studying six art-related subjects at a UK university in 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that everyone has a right to have access to university education and that governments should make it free for all students no matter what financial background they have. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have a suggestion for a park near your apartment building.
Write a letter to your city's council board. In your letter:
Describe who you are and what your suggestion is
Explain why you think this suggestion will improve the park
Detail when you would like to see this suggestion in action
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Councilor,
You have been busy with your studies for the past month and haven't had time to visit your family. Write a letter to your grandmother. In your letter: ● apologize for not getting in touch with her sooner ● explain why you have been so busy ● arrange a time to visit Begin your letter as follows: Dear Grandmother,
You have just spent a week with a friend on holiday. When you got home, you realized you had left your wallet there. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: •thank your friend for the holiday •explain that you left your wallet in their house •give them instructions of how to send it back to you
Graduates who cannot find work in their chosen field should be advised to do a second degree, rather than taking a job that does not interest them. - To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that women should be able to join their country's army and police forces, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion, including examples from your knowledge and experience.
The advent of the internet has made it it possible for people to work from home. Do you feel this working arrangement has more advantages or disadvantages? Share personal experiences In your essay.
International sports events could contribute greatly to peace and stability in the world.Do you agree or disagree?Support your opinion with relevant examples.
Many people believe that majority of children in western countries are being obese. Is it true? Agree or disagree. Give reasons and examples.
It has been suggested that cars and public transport should be banned from city centers and only bicycles be allowed instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions per person in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy and Portugal between 1967 and 2007. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything the want online without paying . To what extent do u agree or disagree with this statement?
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
Describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
Explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
Suggest what should be done about the problem.
The best way to tackle the problem of obesity is to educate people about healthy eating. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Developing countries require international organizations’ help. Some people prefer financial aid while others think practical aid and advice are better. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that it would be beneficial if employees worked there or four days per week rather than five or six week days. Why is this? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Formal examinations are the only effective way to assess a student’s performance. Continual assessment such as coursework and projects is not a satisfactory way to do this. Do you agree or disagree?
Universities should allocate the same amount of money to students' sports activities as they allocate to their libraries. To what extent do you agree with this view?
TSome people believe that one of the best ways to solve environmental problem is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions per person in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy and Portugal between 1967 and 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions per person, 1967-2007 12 10 CO2 emissions in metric tonnes 0 8 United Kingdom 6 Sweden Italy Portugal 4 2 1967 1977 1987 1997 2007
Modern technology has made it possible for people to view exhibitions at home, so museum and art galleries will disappear soon. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Gone are the days when children dreamed of becoming doctors and
nurses – today’s children want to become YouTubers or vloggers.
According to a survey of 1,000 children aged six to 17, more than three
quarters of them say they’d consider a career in online videos. (Adapted
from https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4532266/75-cent-
children-want-YouTubers-vloggers.html)
It is dangerous for kids to aspire to become a YouTube sensation.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people say that the only way to guarantee getting a good job is to complete a university education. Others claim that it is better to start work after school and gain experience in the world of work? discuss both views and give your opinion.
Today, the high sales of popular consumer goods reflet the power of advertising and not the real needs of the society in which they are sold. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
When a country becomes richer, the natural environment will suffer. It is not possible for a country to both develop its economy and protect the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Space exploration costs taxpayers an exorbitant amount of money each year. What are the advantages and disadvantages of spending money on space exploration?
The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopement next year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
These days, it seems that an increasing number of people are leaving rural areas to live in the city. Discuss some of the effects of rural depopulation (migration from the country to the city) and suggest some ways on which this trend could be reversed. Use your own experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant experiences.
n a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company.
In your letter
● describe the item you lost
● explain how you lost it
● tell the insurance company what you would like them to
do.
The responsibility to prevent global environmental damage is on politicians rather than individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Air travel can only benefit the richest people in the world. Ordinary people have little to gain from the development of air travel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?