Essays
- Films and computer games which contain violence are very popular. Some people believe they have a negative effect on society and so should be banned. Other people, however, say they are just harmless and help people to relax. Discuss both these points of view and give your own opinion.
- 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?
- It’s believed that people who read for pleasure develop their imagination more and acquire better language skills compared to people who prefer watching television. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
- Topic- today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic .what are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
- Some people think history has little or nothing to offer, while others say the study of the past helps us understand the present. Write on both views and give your opinion, citing examples from your experience.
- ost of the people in society enjoy watching crime movies and criminal TV programmes. Why do you think people have more interest to watch them ? What is the impact of society due to this?
- These days the fashions in clothing are constantly changing. Is this affecting individuals and the environment in a positive or a negative way? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your knowledge and experience.
- In recent years some countries have experienced very rapid economic development. This has resulted in much higher standards of living in urban areas but not in the countryside. This situation may bring some problems for the country as a whole. What are these problems? How might they be reduced?
- Farmers within a country are often protected by tariffs – that is, special taxes on imported food. Such policies are necessary, and should be implemented wherever possible. To what extent do you agree with this? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
- Many educational institutions give greater importance to subjects related to science and ignore subjects such as drama and literature. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
- Some people like to spend their leisure time with their colleagues while others prefer to keep their private life separate from their work life. Is it a good thing to spend leisure time with a colleague?
- My favorite movie character
- My favorite bird
- Many governments invest a great deal of money in space research. What are the advantages and potential disadvantages of spending money on space exploration?
- In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn. Discuss both views and give your opinion
- Some people say that in this modern world getting older is entirely bad. However, other people believe that the life of older people is better now than it was in past. Discuss both views and your opinion
- Many people prefer to stay in the same type of work all their life, whereas others prefer to change the type of work. Discuss both sides and state your own opinion
- Some people think young people should be free to choose his or her job, but other people think they should be realistic and think more about their future. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
- In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centers or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?
- Planting trees is very important for the environment. Some people says trees should be planted in the vacant areas of cities and towns, while other says housing facilities should be built instead. Do you agree or disagree?
- In many countries today, people are renting instead of buying homes because they feel there are more advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience
- Increasing the price 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?
- 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?
- Some people prefer to do the same job their entire life rather than frequently changing jobs. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
- Some people prefer to do the same job their entire life rather than frequently changing jobs. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
- Some people say that advertisement is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertisement is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
- In many workplaces, online communication is now more common than face-to-face meetings. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
- Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbies and interests, and whether they are married or single. Some people say that this Information may be relevant and useful. Others disagree. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
- Missions to explore space are hugely expensive, and there are problems on Earth which demands attention. The number of these missions need to be reduced. Do you agree or disagree?
- In many places new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?
- Some people think it’s better to choose friends who always have the same opinions as them. Other people believe it’s good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
- The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in town and cities closing. Do you agree or disagree
- Women and men are commonly seen having different strengths and weaknesses. Is it right to exclude males or females from certain professions because of their gender. Give reasons for you answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
- Some people believe that women should be treated as equal to men when applying for a job with the police or the military. Others think women are less suitable for this kind of job. Discuss both views and give your opinion
- In some cultures, childrens are often told they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
- 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.
- In some cultures, childrens are often told they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
- In the future, nobody will buy printed newspaper 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?
- Some think that government should tax unhealthy foods to encourage people to eat healthier, to what extend do you agree or disagree?
- These days people spend more and more time at work and less time at home. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this
- Some think that governments should tax unhealthy foods to encourage people to eat healthier. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
- In many countries, paying for things using mobile phone (cell phone) apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages?
- Advantages and disadvantages of paying for things from mobile apps
- In many countries,paying for things using mobile phone app is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages?
- Topic=In some countries owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people.why might this be the cause? Do you think this is positive or negative situation.
- In some countries, owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might is be the case. Do you think this is a possitive or negative situation.
- Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
- Difficulties due to lack of sleep
- Some people say that main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals.Others saythat there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both point of view and give your own opinion
- You’re going to another country to study. You would like to do a part time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives therefor some help. • Give details of your study plans • Explain why you want to get a part time job • Suggest how your friend could help you find a job