Health care should not be provided for free regardless of a person’s income. The health of a person is in their own hands and they should, therefore, be held accountable for that. Do you agree with this statement?
The chart below shows the percentage of households in a European country that had a washing machine, refrigerator, and vacuum cleaner from 1920 to 2019. (Imagine a line graph with these data trends:) •Refrigerator: •1920: 20% •1940: 60% •1960: 90% •1980–2019: 100% •Washing Machine: •1920: 40% •1940: 55% •1960: 70% •1980: 80% •2000: 85% •2019: 90% •Vacuum Cleaner: •1920: 30% •1940: 50% •1960: 70% •1980: 85% •2000: 95% •2019: 100% ⸻ ✏️ Your task: Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
some high schools require all students to wear uniforms. other high schools permit students to decide what to wear to school. which of these two school policies do you think is better.
plans below show the layout of a university's sports center now, and how it will look after redevelopment. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Some students decide early in life to pursue vocational careers that involve cooking or baking. For them, it is better to study their chosen occupations in high schools. In high school rather than regular subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In today’s times internet is making it easy to study online from home. Some prefer online courses to study and they think it is better. Others prefer classroom education. Discuss both views and share your opinion.
Many manufactured food and drink contain high sugar, which causes health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people with a good education and experience in their field move abroad to work. Why do you think that is? What problems does it cause?
Many people use distance-learning programmes (study material post, TV, Internet, etc.) to study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the same benefits of attending colledge or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people believe that success is earning money. Others believe that success is defined by personal happiness. Discuss both sides and give your own opino
Some people are born to be leader while some peple said leadership can be learnt.discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some believe that protecting the environment is the responsibility of individuals, while others think that governments and large companies should take the lead. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are unhappy with a service you received at a restaurant.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
- Describe the situation.
- Explain why you were unhappy.
- Suggest what you would like the manager to do.
Some people say it is important to keep your home and your workplace with everything organised and the correct place. Whd is your opinion about this?
In many countries, there is a debate about whether teachers should receive higher salaries compared to other professions. Some people believe that teachers should be paid more because their work is crucial for the development of society. Others argue that teaching is less demanding than other jobs, so teachers should not receive higher pay. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
NOWADAYS, FILMS AND COMPUTER GAMES CONTAINING VIOLENCE ARE POPULAR. SOME PEOPLE THINK THOSE FILMLS AND GAMES HAVE NEGATIVE EFFECTS ON SOCIETY AND SHOULD BE BANNED, WHILE OTHERS THINK THEY ARE JUST HARMLESS RELAXATION. DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION.
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:
tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves
say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her
explain how to apply for the job
You believe that your local library needs some improvments.
Write a letter to the library manager to suggest changes.
In your letter:
-explain why you think the library needs imrovments ,
-suggest what changes should be made ,
-invite the manager to discuss your suggestions in more detail .
“Some people say that economic growth is the only way to end hunger and poverty, while others say that economic growth is damaging the environment so it should be stopped. Discuss both views and give your opinion.”
In many parts of the world today there is a profitable market for products which lighten or whiten people's skin. Outline the reasons for using such products and discuss what effect they have in terms of health and society. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Reading books keeps a person’s mind active, whereas watching films and television is passive and does not require a person to use their imagination. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Young people are often influenced in their behaviours by others in the same age group. Some argue that peer pressure is important while others feel it has distinct disadvantages. Do the disadvantages of peer pressure outweigh the advantages?
In many countries, too much money is spent by governments and individuals for national days such as New Year and religious festivals. To what extent you agree or disagree?
Many people around the world use social media everyday to keep in touch with other people and get news events. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantges?
Many people think living in high-rise apartment blocks makes people feel longely and unhappy, while others argue it has advantages. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries an average employee is legally obliged to retire at the age of 55 or 60, while in others, like Japan, people can work until they are physically and mentally fit to perform duties. what is the system prevailing in your country? until what age should people be allowed to countinue in salaried jobs. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Some people believe that children should be allowed to choose what subjects they study at school. Others argue that everyone should studythe same subjects. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some think that reading stories from book is better than watching TV or playing computer games for children. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. 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 immunise their children? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
In modern society, some people believe children should listen to the story of their parents. However, others think the advanced media could replace parents to tell the story for children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You are not satisfied with many problems and with the changing room in a Sports Centre that you visit. Write a letter to the Sports Centre manager.
In your letter
Explain the problem
Say how you feel about this problem
What steps you would like manager to take.
In some countries, governments spend large amounts of money supporting the arts. While some believe this is a justified use of public money, others think that public money should be spent on schools and hospitals instead. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
More and more people are moving away from agricultural background to relocate to cities in order to look for work. What will be the consequence of this? What solutions can you offer?
Children today are too dependent on computers and electronics entertainment it would be better to encourage them to spend more time outside playing sports and games. Do you agree or disagree?
In the past, many people had skill such as making their own clothes and doing repair to things in the house. In many countries, nowadays, skills like these are disappearing. Why do you think this change is happening? how far is this situation true in your country?
In the modern world, people are no longer necessary to use food from animals or products from animals such as medicine and clothing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that reading stories from story book is better than watching TV or playing computer games for children. What extent do you agree or disagree.
Once child start school, teachers have more influence than parents on their intellectual and social development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that education in all its stages should be free to everyone, while others think that university education should be paid for by the people who want it. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion.
Some people say that parents should decide on what kind of medical care their children should receive, while others believe that this is the state’s responsibility Discuss both views and give your opinion
An increasing number of children are overweight which could result many problems when they grow older both in terms of their health and health care costs. Why do you think so many children are overweight? What could be done to solve this problem
In some countries levels of health and fitness are decreasing and average weighs are increasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what are some possible solutions.
Some people think that strict punishments for driving offences are the key to reduce accidents. Others, however, believe that other measures would be more effective in improving road safety. Discuss both these view and give your opinion.
Some people feel that good training courses can make anyone a teacher, while others say that good teachers cannot be produced by simply following a training course. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion.
Some think that all entertaining TV programmes should educate people about the importance of social issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that sports is an essential part of school life for children, while others feel it should be purely optional. Discuss these opposing views and give your own opinion.
Some people think the best way to improve road safety is to increase minimum legal age for driving cars and motorcycles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Tests and examinations are central feature of school systems in many countries. Do you think the educational benefits of testing overweigh any disadvantages?
Your next-door neighbour owns a small dog that barks throughout the day and the night. Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about the dog
1. Your reason for writing
2. What you would like to happen
3. A nice, respectful style.
Art is considered an essential part of all cultures throughout the world. However, these days fewer and fewer people appreciate art and turn their focus to science, technology and business. Why do you think that is?