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An increasing number of people are choosing to have cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why do people have operations to change the way they look? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
View samplesarrow_forwardThere is a belief that young individuals must attend school full-time until they are at least 18 years old. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea? Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardSome people believe governments should spend money on building train and subway lines to reduce traffic congestion. Others think that building more and wider roads is the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Consider both arguments and present your viewpoint.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe best way to teach children to cooperate is through team sports at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
View samplesarrow_forwardIn numerous countries, the volume of household waste, including food packaging, is on the rise. What factors contribute to this issue?What steps can be taken to address it? Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardSome students take a gap year after graduating high school to work and/or travel. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this.
View samplesarrow_forwardSome people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
View samplesarrow_forwardWhile some people claim that advertising drives economic growth, others suggest it harms society by making individuals feel unhappy with themselves and their belongings. Consider both arguments and present your viewpoint. Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardIf people could choose between a life without working or a life spending too much time working, people would choose a life without work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
View samplesarrow_forwardStudents leave high school without learning how to manage their money. What are the reasons and solutions for this issue?
View samplesarrow_forwardSome people think that it is necessary to travel abroad to learn about other countries, but others think that it is not necessary to travel abroad because all the information can be seen on TV and the internet. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
View samplesarrow_forwardOrganizing tours to remote regions and rural communities is becoming increasingly popular. Is this trend beneficial or harmful to local residents and their surroundings? Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe most effective method to enhance road safety is believed to be annual driving tests for vehicle drivers. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea? Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardCrime rates are likely to decrease as advancements in technology make it easier to prevent and solve crimes. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea? Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardNew technologies have changed the way children spend their free time. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
View samplesarrow_forwardIn many societies, competitiveness is regarded as an important personal quality. How does this affect individuals? Do you think this is a beneficial or harmful trend?
View samplesarrow_forwardSome believe that robots play a crucial role in shaping humanity’s future, whereas others argue that they pose risks and could harm society.Consider both arguments and present your viewpoint. Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardToday, in many countries, younger people do not interact with older people as often as they used to. What are the reasons for this? How can we improve the situation?
View samplesarrow_forwardWhile many people go to university for academic study, more people should be encouraged to do vocational training because there is a lack of qualified workers such as electricians and plumbers. Do you agree or disagree?
View samplesarrow_forwardThe only reason why people work hard is to earn money and there is no other reason for doing so. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea? Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe Korean music group BIGBANG has had a massive global influence on music, fashion, and youth culture over the past decade. Some people believe that such idol groups have a positive impact on young people, while others argue their influence is negative. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
View samplesarrow_forwardIt is widely believed that a happier society can be best achieved by reducing the income gap between the richest and poorest individuals. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea? Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardSome believe that the government should support artists like musicians, painters, and poets, while others argue that this is a misuse of funds. Consider both arguments and present your viewpoint. Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
View samplesarrow_forwardDirectors and managers in organizations are usually older people. However, some believe that younger people would make better leaders.To what degree do you support or oppose this idea?
View samplesarrow_forwardThe graph below shows the percentage of workers from five different European countries that were absent for a day or more due to illness from 1991 to 2001.Summarise the information by selecting reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe following charts illustrate the number of tourists visiting Australia from three different countries in 1995 and 2005, as well as the trends in types of travel chosen by tourists between 1995 and 2005. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe graph and chart below give information on the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius and the average number of days with rainfall each month for two Australian cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
View samplesarrow_forwardThe graph below shows the number of overseas visitors to three different areas in a European country between 1987 and 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe table below shows the production of milk annually in four countries in 1990, 2000 and 2010.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe chart below provides information about the total distance travelled by passengers via five transport modes in the UK during the years 1990 to 2000. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe charts below show the proportion of the energy produced from different sources in a country between 1985 and 2003. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe graph below shows the CO2 emissions of five regions from 2000 to 2020, and predictions up to the year 2040. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe maps below show Huntingdon as it is now, and how it will change in the future. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe bar chart below shows the proportion of individuals in the UK consuming five portions of fruits and vegetables daily between 2001 and 2008. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe graph below gives information about the trends in birth rates among women in six age groups in the UK between 1973 and 2008. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe chart below illustrates the percentage changes in car ownership among households in a European country from 1971 to 2001. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe table describes the changes of people who went for international travel in 1990, 1995, 2000 and 2005 (million). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe bar chart below shows the salt intake of men and women in different age groups in a country in Europe in 2019
View samplesarrow_forwardThe chart below shows the expenditure on three categories among different age groups of residents in the UK in 2004. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe table provides data on the number of students enrolled in six different departments at an Australian university in 2009. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe diagram below illustrates the process of producing soft cheese. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe graphs below show the age of visitors from the UK to Spain in 1983 and 2003. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe table below shows the number of motor vehicles per 1,000 inhabitants in eight countries in 1990 and 2000.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe chart below shows the donations given to six different types of charity by one company from 2012 to 2014. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe diagram shows the fire escape plan for a student accommodation in the second floor of a college. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe chart below shows the prices, in euros, of 800 grams of four types of bread in a European country between 2001 and 2005. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe graph below shows the average house prices in 3 countries between the years 1997-2014. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
View samplesarrow_forwardThe chart compares the average cost per kilogram of clothing imported by the European Union from six major source countries in 1997 and 2003. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
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