An increasing number of developing countries are expanding their tourism industry. Why do you think it is the case? Do you think it is a positive development?
In some countries, it is possible for people to have a variety of food that has been transported from all over the world. To what extent do you think its benefits outweigh the drawbacks? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that spending large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities is a waste of money. They think that this money should be used to improve existing public transport. To what extent do you agree / disagree ?
Some people think it is acceptable to use animals for the benefit of human. Other people think it is wrong to exploit anima for human purpose. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have recently started a job in a new company.Write a letter to an English speaking friend. In your letter,
- Explain why you changed the job
- Describe your new job
- Tell him/her your other news
You stayed at a friend’s house last week and lost your book. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should
•Thank him/her for the good time you had
•Describe your book
•Tell your friend what you would like him/her to do with it if he/she finds it
In some large cities, people have to pay a fee when they drive their cars into the city center, in a policy to reduce the number of cars in the city. Give reasons in support of and opposing this policy, and give your own idea.
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Many countries have decriminalised the use of cannabis and as a result have seen a reduction in drug related crime. Should cannabis and other soft drugs use be legalised? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. (Write an essay between 250 -350 words).
Some people think city planners create more green spaces and plant tress. Others believe that they should focus on building new houses. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Some people believe that children’s leisure activities must be educational, otherwise they are a complete waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your experience.
In some countries, there is an increase in the number of parents who educate their children at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
You are living in a University residence and you have a problem with the high levels of noise from a new campus restaurant which is open late at night. Write a letter to the governor of the University.
Traditions are about the past and innovation is about the future, and it has been argued that we need to let go of traditions for the sake of progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? What role should traditions have in our lives? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believed that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven year old. other believe that it is important for your children to go to school as soon as possible. what do you thing are the advantages of attending school from young children.
A growing number of people feel that animals should be not exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as human, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reason from your own experience and examples where relevant
According to a recent study, many people spend less time for social interaction with real human beings. What do you think are the causes of this? What effects will they have on this case?
Some people believe that criminal should be imprisoned, while others clean that they should be imparted with education and job training. What do you think how criminal should be treated? Give your opinion.
Some organisations believe that their employees should dress smartly. Others value quality of work above appearance. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In order to study at university students are required to pay expensive tution fees. Not all students can afford them so some people think that university education should be free for everyone. To what extend do you agree?
More developing countries are given aid from international organisations to help them in their development plans. Some people argue that financial aid is important but other suggest that practical aid and adive is more important ? Discuss both views and give your opinion ?
Some countries have introduced laws to limit working hours for employees. Why are these laws introduced? Do you think they are a positive or negative development?
some people like to try new things for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these atttitudes and give your opinion.
Some people think that scientists experimenting with animal in a laboratory is the only way we can guarantee new products will be safe for Human's life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
in some countries, younfg people are encouraged to work or travel for a year before starting universities. discuss advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this
Some people claim that not enough of waste from home is been recycled. They say the only way to increase recycling is for government to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you agree or disagree
In some countries, shopping online is replacing shopping at store. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some people think paying taxes is a big enough contribution to society, while others think people have more responsibilitie as member of society than only paying taxes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
learning English st school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English ? Should we tray to ensure the survival og local languages and , if so, how?
Write a letter to the HR manager for permission to work from home for the next six months. In your letter,
•mention why you are writing
•explain why you would like to work from home
•say how this can benefit you and the company
Some believe that dangerous sports should be banned, while others think that people should be free to choose. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think spending money on art is a waste, while others believe it is important to spend money on art. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that schools are responsible for teaching children moral values. Others believe that this is the responsibility of parents. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that competition has become too intense in the major international sporting events, such as the Olympics and the World Cup. This excessive competition can lead to conflict between nations, rather than the harmony that these events were originally designed to bring about. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A young person will start work at your office next month to gain work experience. Write a letter to him/her.
In your letter
inform him/her about the work that needs to be done at the office;
explain what he/she is supposed to do on the first day;
suggest what he/she should bring to work.
Some experts say for road safety cyclists should pass a test before being allowed on public roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In order for the world to be a 'greener' place, punishments and fines for environmentally unfriendly acts committed by individuals need to be more severe. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that student in school learn better when they studying in group, whereas other believe better when they study their own. Discuss both view and give your opinion
Some believe children should be taught to give speeches and presentations in school. Why is this? What other skills do you think it is important to be taught in schools?
You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently you moved into a new neighbourhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the changing rooms. Write to Mr Koto, the manager. In your letter:
Explain who you are
Describe the problem exactly
Make suggestions to improve the gym
You work at home and you have a problem with a piece of equipment your purchased for your job. Write a letter to company which supplied the equipment.
Many museums charge for admission while others are free . do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to musuems outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people lhink music ploys on importonl role in sociefy. Olhers lhink il is simply o form of enlerloinmenf. Discuss bolh sides of fhis orgumenl ond give your own opinion.
Advances in computer technology allow young adults to work from home and children to study at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative change?
In today's world many people own a smartphone. Do you think the advantage of owning a smartphone outweigh the disadvantages.
You forgot a bag at the guys and the gym is close for rennovations.
Write a letter to the Gym officer and mention the belpw :
Introduce yourself
Description of the bag
Tell them to who you ant to give the bag to
The continued rise in the worlds population is the greatest problem faced by the humanity at the present time What are the causes of this continuous rise? Do you agree that it is the greatest problem faced by the humanity?
Some people think that hosting an international sports eventsis a good for the country while some people think it's bad. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that the expansion of tourism is ruining the culture of a country, but others consider that tourism is the only way of protecting a culture. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?