IELTS Writing Task 1

200+ Sample Answers


DR VISHAL GOYAL

Ex Lecturer in English 

M.Phil., Ph.D. (English), BCCIT, London (UK)

VISHAL ENGLISH, IELTS & PTE INSTITUTE, YAMUNANAGAR

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63. The pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two different years.
































18. The chart below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.


Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016
Source: IELTS Cambridge Book 14 Test 2

The chart below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.

Sample Answer 1

Band 8.5

The bar chart and the table show the export earnings from five different product categories in a country in 2015 and 2016, as well as the percentage change in each category. The units are measured in billion Indian rupees.

Overall, it is clear that all categories except agricultural products experienced a decline in earnings from 2015 to 2016. Petroleum products were the most affected, while textiles were the least. Agricultural products, on the other hand, saw an increase in earnings and became the third highest earning category in 2016.

In 2015, petroleum products were the highest earning category with nearly 80 billion INR, followed by engineered goods with approximately 60 billion INR. Gems and jewelry and textiles earned around 40 billion INR each, while agricultural products lagged behind with just above 30 billion IN

However, in 2016, there was a noticeable decrease in earnings across all sectors except for agricultural products, which increased by 7% to almost 40 billion INR. Petroleum products suffered the most significant drop of 31%, falling to below 60 billion INR. Engineered goods also declined by 17%, reaching around 50 billion INR. Gems and jewelry saw a 25% reduction to just above 30 billion INR, while textiles experienced a slight decrease of 7%, remaining close to its previous year’s earnings.

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63. The pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two different years.
































Sample Answers

(Writing Task-2)

1. Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (7 Answers)



2. In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people.

Why might this be the case?

Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?   (7 Answers)



3. In some cultures, 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?   (4 Answers)



4. Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (8 Answers)



5. In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?  (8 Answers)



6. Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?   (6 Answers)



7. Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (6 Answers)



8. Some people believe that we have too many choices these days.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?    (3 Answers)



9. Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organization.

Why might this be the case?

What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?    (5 Answers)



10. Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?    (5 Answers)



11. Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement.

To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?  (2 Answer)



12. Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (3 Answer)



13. At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large no. of young adults compared with the no. of older people.

Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?  (2 Answer)



14. Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (4 Answers)



15. Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (4 Answers)



16. Governments should spend money on railways rather than roads.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?   (2 Answer)



17. Some people think that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters such as food, clothes and entertainment is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decision about matters that affect them.

 Discuss both views and give your opinion.   (2 Answer)



18. Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than history.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (7 Answers)



19. In spite of the advances made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry.

Why is this the case?

What can be done about this problem?   (5 Answers)



20. In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (4 Answers)



21. Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school.

Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?    (4 Answers)



22. Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.    (5 Answers)



23. It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?    (3 Answers)



24. Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world.

Do you think this is a positive or negative development?    (4 Answers)



25. Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. 

In what ways has technology affected personal relationships?

Has this become a positive or negative development?  (4 Answers)



26. Many museums charge for admission while others are free.

Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to museums outweigh the disadvantages? (3 Answers)



27. Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.  (6 Answers)



28. Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?    (7 Answers)



29. Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmers (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children).

To what extent do you agree or disagree?    (4 Answers)



30. Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities.Others, however,say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.   (8 Answers)



31. Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve the growing traffic and pollution problems.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?

What other measures do you think might be effective?  (3 Answers)



32. In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing.

What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them?(6 Answers)



33. Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on punishment.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.  (3 Answers)



34. As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual well-being.

What factors contribute to job satisfaction?

How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers? (2 Answers)



35. Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (4 Answers)



36. It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for music and sport, and others are not. However, it's sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician.

Discuss both ideas by giving your opinion. (2 Answers)



37. Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is not fair.

Discuss both these views and give your opinion. (5 Answers)



38. Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behaviour. Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural differences.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (5 Answers)



39. Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer.

What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?  (4 Answers)



40. Today, the high sales of popular consumer goods reflect 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?  (2 Answers)



41. Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (3 Answers)



42. Research indicates that the characteristics we are born with have much more influence on our personality and development than any lifetime experiences.

Which do you consider to be the major influence?  (2 Answers)



43. Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?  (3 Answers)



44. In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies.

Discuss advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.  (4 Answers)



45. In many countries schools have severe problems with student behaviour.

What do you think are the causes of this?

What solutions can you suggest?  (3 Answers)



46. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective.

Comics, books, radio, television, film, theatre (1 Answer)



47. When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (3 Answers)



48. Happiness is considered very important in life.

Why is it difficult to define?

What factors are important in achieving happiness? (1 Answer)



49. Creative artists should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas (in words, pictures, music, film) in whichever way they wish. There should be no public or government restrictions on what they do.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?  (1 Answer)



50. Popular events like the football world cup and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (2 Answers)


51. In the modern world it is no longer necessary to use animals for food, clothing or medicine. 

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


52. In some cultures, 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?



53. Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology.

In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Is this a positive or negative development?

Discuss both views and give your opinion.


54. The practice of illegally hunting wild animals continues to cause concern in many countries, particularly developing countries.

What are the causes of such hunting? What are the effects on the animals, and on the wider human society in these countries and beyond?



55. In many countries, the amount of crime is increasing. What do you think are the main causes of crime?

How can we deal with those causes?


56. It is often said that the subjects taught in schools are too academic in orientation and that it would be more useful for children to learn about practical matters such as home management, work and interpersonal skills.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


57. At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large no. of young adults compared with the no. of older people.

Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?


58. Some people think that newspapers are the best way to learn news. However, others believe that they can learn news better through other media.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.


59. Today more people are overweight than ever before.

What in your opinion are the primary causes of this?

What are the main effects of this epidemic?



60. Many people today are worried about the large quantities of waste produced by ordinary households. 

What problems are caused by household waste, and what solutions may be possible in both the short and the long term?



61.  Most people do not care enough about environmental issues.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


62. Fast-paced modern lifestyles have led to people eating more and more fast food at the expense of more traditional meals.

Do the advantages of eating more fast food outweigh the disadvantages?


63. Many people think that nowadays people are being subjected to more and more pressure in their work, and thus are having less and less time to relax.

What is your opinion?


64. As countries have developed there has been a trend towards smaller family sizes.

Why does this happen? How does this affect society?


65. Light pollution (excessive light during night time) is a form of pollution that distresses many people, especially in modern cities. 

What are the causes of light pollution, and what solutions can you suggest for governments and businesses to take?


66. Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead.

To what extent do you agree with this statement?


67. In order to solve traffic problems, governments should tax private car owners heavily and use their money to improve public transportation.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a solution?


68. Some people think family has the most powerful influence on children’s development. Others, however, believe that other things have greater effects.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.


69. Many criminals commit further crimes as soon as they are released from prison. 

What do you think are the causes of this? What effects will this have on society?


70. The use of phones, tablets and other devices when people are walking in public is causing concern among many commentators. What dangers may arise when people focus on such devices when walking in the street?

How could these problems be reduced?


71. Although more and more people read news on the internet, newspapers will remain the most important source of news.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


72. In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have the opportunity to study abroad.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?


73. Some people think that people of every nation should concentrate on agriculture to develop. Others think that other developments are more important.

What is your opinion?


74. As computers are being used more and more in education, there will be soon no role for teachers in the classroom.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?


75. Motorways help people travel quickly and cover long distances but they also cause problems. 

What are the problems of motorways and what solutions are there?

 

76. Most writers of fiction do not earn enough money to live from their writing.

Do you think the government should give them financial assistance to help encourage good literature?


77. Some people say that increasing business and cultural contact between countries brings many positive effects. Others say that it causes the loss of national identities.

Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.


78. In many countries, schools have severe problems with student behaviour.

What do you think are the causes of this?

What solutions can you suggest?


79. Large businesses have big budgets for marketing and promotion, and as a result, people gravitate towards buying their products.

What problems does this cause?

What are the possible solutions?


80. Children today play very violent games. This must be the reason for the increase in violence and crime in most major cities of the world. 


81. School children are becoming far too dependent on computers. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. Teachers need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all costs and go back to teaching basic study skills. 

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


82. It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to university.


83. The birth rate in most developed countries is predicted to begin to fall over the next 50 years. By 2030 it is estimated that over one third of the population in most developed countries will be aged 65 and over.



84. Some people believe that technology has made man more sociable while others believe it has made us less sociable.

The chart below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.

Sample Answer 2

Band 8.5

The given bar chart and table compare the export earnings of five different product categories in a country in two consecutive years, 2015 and 2016. The earnings are expressed in billion Indian rupees (INR), and the table shows the percentage change in each category.

It can be seen that the export earnings of all product categories except agricultural products decreased from 2015 to 2016. The most dramatic change occurred in petroleum products, which had the highest earnings in both years. Agricultural products, however, increased their earnings and moved up in the ranking.

In 2015, petroleum products earned nearly 80 billion INR, which was more than double the earnings of agricultural products, the lowest earning category with just over 30 billion INR. Engineered goods were the second highest earning category with about 60 billion INR, followed by gems and jewelry and textiles, which earned around 40 billion INR each.

In 2016, the earnings of petroleum products plummeted by 31% to less than 60 billion INR, while the earnings of engineered goods also fell by 17% to around 50 billion INR. Gems and jewelry and textiles also faced a decline of 25% and 7% respectively, earning slightly more than 30 billion INR each. Agricultural products, on the contrary, increased their earnings by 7% to nearly 40 billion INR, surpassing gems and jewelry and textiles in the ranking.

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(Writing Task-1)































































63. The pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two different years.
































Sample Answers

(Writing Task-2)

1. Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (7 Answers)



2. In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people.

Why might this be the case?

Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?   (7 Answers)



3. In some cultures, 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?   (4 Answers)



4. Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (8 Answers)



5. In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?  (8 Answers)



6. Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?   (6 Answers)



7. Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (6 Answers)



8. Some people believe that we have too many choices these days.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?    (3 Answers)



9. Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organization.

Why might this be the case?

What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?    (5 Answers)



10. Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?    (5 Answers)



11. Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement.

To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?  (2 Answer)



12. Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (3 Answer)



13. At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large no. of young adults compared with the no. of older people.

Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?  (2 Answer)



14. Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (4 Answers)



15. Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (4 Answers)



16. Governments should spend money on railways rather than roads.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?   (2 Answer)



17. Some people think that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters such as food, clothes and entertainment is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decision about matters that affect them.

 Discuss both views and give your opinion.   (2 Answer)



18. Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than history.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (7 Answers)



19. In spite of the advances made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry.

Why is this the case?

What can be done about this problem?   (5 Answers)



20. In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.   (4 Answers)



21. Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school.

Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?    (4 Answers)



22. Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.    (5 Answers)



23. It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?    (3 Answers)



24. Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world.

Do you think this is a positive or negative development?    (4 Answers)



25. Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. 

In what ways has technology affected personal relationships?

Has this become a positive or negative development?  (4 Answers)



26. Many museums charge for admission while others are free.

Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to museums outweigh the disadvantages? (3 Answers)



27. Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.  (6 Answers)



28. Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?    (7 Answers)



29. Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmers (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children).

To what extent do you agree or disagree?    (4 Answers)



30. Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities.Others, however,say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.   (8 Answers)



31. Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve the growing traffic and pollution problems.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?

What other measures do you think might be effective?  (3 Answers)



32. In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing.

What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them?(6 Answers)



33. Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on punishment.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.  (3 Answers)



34. As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual well-being.

What factors contribute to job satisfaction?

How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers? (2 Answers)



35. Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (4 Answers)



36. It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for music and sport, and others are not. However, it's sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician.

Discuss both ideas by giving your opinion. (2 Answers)



37. Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is not fair.

Discuss both these views and give your opinion. (5 Answers)



38. Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behaviour. Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural differences.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (5 Answers)



39. Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer.

What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?  (4 Answers)



40. Today, the high sales of popular consumer goods reflect 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?  (2 Answers)



41. Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.  (3 Answers)



42. Research indicates that the characteristics we are born with have much more influence on our personality and development than any lifetime experiences.

Which do you consider to be the major influence?  (2 Answers)



43. Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?  (3 Answers)



44. In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies.

Discuss advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.  (4 Answers)



45. In many countries schools have severe problems with student behaviour.

What do you think are the causes of this?

What solutions can you suggest?  (3 Answers)



46. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective.

Comics, books, radio, television, film, theatre (1 Answer)



47. When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (3 Answers)



48. Happiness is considered very important in life.

Why is it difficult to define?

What factors are important in achieving happiness? (1 Answer)



49. Creative artists should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas (in words, pictures, music, film) in whichever way they wish. There should be no public or government restrictions on what they do.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?  (1 Answer)



50. Popular events like the football world cup and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (2 Answers)


51. In the modern world it is no longer necessary to use animals for food, clothing or medicine. 

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


52. In some cultures, 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?



53. Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology.

In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Is this a positive or negative development?

Discuss both views and give your opinion.


54. The practice of illegally hunting wild animals continues to cause concern in many countries, particularly developing countries.

What are the causes of such hunting? What are the effects on the animals, and on the wider human society in these countries and beyond?



55. In many countries, the amount of crime is increasing. What do you think are the main causes of crime?

How can we deal with those causes?


56. It is often said that the subjects taught in schools are too academic in orientation and that it would be more useful for children to learn about practical matters such as home management, work and interpersonal skills.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


57. At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large no. of young adults compared with the no. of older people.

Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?


58. Some people think that newspapers are the best way to learn news. However, others believe that they can learn news better through other media.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.


59. Today more people are overweight than ever before.

What in your opinion are the primary causes of this?

What are the main effects of this epidemic?



60. Many people today are worried about the large quantities of waste produced by ordinary households. 

What problems are caused by household waste, and what solutions may be possible in both the short and the long term?



61.  Most people do not care enough about environmental issues.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


62. Fast-paced modern lifestyles have led to people eating more and more fast food at the expense of more traditional meals.

Do the advantages of eating more fast food outweigh the disadvantages?


63. Many people think that nowadays people are being subjected to more and more pressure in their work, and thus are having less and less time to relax.

What is your opinion?


64. As countries have developed there has been a trend towards smaller family sizes.

Why does this happen? How does this affect society?


65. Light pollution (excessive light during night time) is a form of pollution that distresses many people, especially in modern cities. 

What are the causes of light pollution, and what solutions can you suggest for governments and businesses to take?


66. Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead.

To what extent do you agree with this statement?


67. In order to solve traffic problems, governments should tax private car owners heavily and use their money to improve public transportation.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a solution?


68. Some people think family has the most powerful influence on children’s development. Others, however, believe that other things have greater effects.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.


69. Many criminals commit further crimes as soon as they are released from prison. 

What do you think are the causes of this? What effects will this have on society?


70. The use of phones, tablets and other devices when people are walking in public is causing concern among many commentators. What dangers may arise when people focus on such devices when walking in the street?

How could these problems be reduced?


71. Although more and more people read news on the internet, newspapers will remain the most important source of news.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


72. In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have the opportunity to study abroad.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?


73. Some people think that people of every nation should concentrate on agriculture to develop. Others think that other developments are more important.

What is your opinion?


74. As computers are being used more and more in education, there will be soon no role for teachers in the classroom.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?


75. Motorways help people travel quickly and cover long distances but they also cause problems. 

What are the problems of motorways and what solutions are there?

 

76. Most writers of fiction do not earn enough money to live from their writing.

Do you think the government should give them financial assistance to help encourage good literature?


77. Some people say that increasing business and cultural contact between countries brings many positive effects. Others say that it causes the loss of national identities.

Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.


78. In many countries, schools have severe problems with student behaviour.

What do you think are the causes of this?

What solutions can you suggest?


79. Large businesses have big budgets for marketing and promotion, and as a result, people gravitate towards buying their products.

What problems does this cause?

What are the possible solutions?


80. Children today play very violent games. This must be the reason for the increase in violence and crime in most major cities of the world. 


81. School children are becoming far too dependent on computers. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. Teachers need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all costs and go back to teaching basic study skills. 

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


82. It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to university.


83. The birth rate in most developed countries is predicted to begin to fall over the next 50 years. By 2030 it is estimated that over one third of the population in most developed countries will be aged 65 and over.



84. Some people believe that technology has made man more sociable while others believe it has made us less sociable.