Exams for Writing 3

1. It is more important for schoolchildren to learn about local history than world history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2. Many museums and historical sites are mainly visited by tourists but not local people. Why is this the case and what can be done to attract more local people to visit these places?

3. Although more and more people read the news on the Internet, newspaper will remain the most important source of news for the majority of people. Do you agree or disagree.

4. Some people believe government 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. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

5. More and more young people from wealthy countries are spending a short time in poorer countries doing unpaid work such as teaching or building houses. Why? Who benefit more from this, the community or these young people?

6. In recent years, the family structure has changed, as well as family roles. What types of changes are occurring? Do you think these changes are positive and negative?

7. Nowadays, most large companies operate multi-nationally. To what extent those companies should have responsibility towards local communities in which they operate?

8. Some people think that it is good for a country's culture to import foreign movies and TV programmes. Others think that it is better to produce these locally. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

9. People in the community can buy cheaper products nowadays. Do advantages outweigh disadvantages?

10. It is impossible to help all people in the world, so governments should only focus on people in their own countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

11. In the future, it seems more difficult to live on the Earth. Some people think more money should be spent on researching other planet to live, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

12. Nowadays, more and more older people who need employment compete with the younger people for the same jobs. What problems this causes? What are solutions?

13. It is observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study science subject. What are causes? And what will be effects on society?

14. In developing countries, children in rural communities have less access to education. Some people believe that the problem can be solved by providing more schools and teachers, while others think that the problem can be solved by providing computers and Internet access. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

15. Nowadays, young people admire media and sports stars though they often do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

16. It is suggested that everyone should have a car, a television and a fridge. Do disadvantages of this development for society outweigh advantages?

17. Nowadays, most large companies operate multi-nationally. To what extent those companies should have responsibility towards local communities in which they operate?

18. Cycling is more environmentally friendly than other forms of transport. Why is it not popular in many places? And how to increase its popularity?

19. Some people think it is more important for government to spend public money on promoting healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on the treatment of people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

20. Studies suggested that nowadays children watch much more television than they did in the past and spend less time on active or creative things.What are the reasons? And what measures should be taken to encourage children to spend more time on active or creative things?

21. Every day, millions of tons of food are wasted all over the world.Why do you think this is happening? And how can we solve this problem?

22. In many countries, the government spent a large amount of money improving internet access. Why is it happening and do you think it is the most appropriate use of government money?

23. Many people say the gap between rich and poor people is wider, as rich people become richer and poor people grow poorer. What problems could this situation cause and what measures can be done to address those problem?

24. In many countries, people now wear Western clothes (suits, jeans) rather than traditional clothing. Why? Is this a positive or negative development.

25. Not so many people use a bicycle although it has many benefits. Why? How to encourage people to use bicycles as a main transport?

26. In some cities people are choosing cars instead of bicycles, while in other cities riding bikes are replacing cars. Why is this the case? Which development do you think is better?

27. With the rapid advancement of communication technology: smart phones, tablets and other mobile devices, some people believe that the disadvantages outweigh the advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

28. Some people think that studying from the past teaches us nothing about today’s life. Others argue that the history is a value source of information.Discuss both views and give your opinion.

29. Research has shown that overeating is as harmful as smoking. Therefore, the advertising of certain food products should be banned in the same way as the advertising of cigarettes in some countries.To what extent do you agree or disagree?

30. Fossil fuel is the main source of energy. In some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy is encouraged. To what extent do you think is it a positive or negative development?

31. Some people think that men and women have different qualities. Therefore, some certain jobs are suitable for men and some jobs are suitable for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

32. Some people think that everyone has the right to have access to university education, and that government should make it free for all students no matter what financial background they have. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

33. In many countries, more and more people choose to buy imported food rather than food produced locally. Why people buy imported food? What could be done to encourage people to buy local food?

34. Some people say that we do not need printed newspaper any more. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

35. Advertisements are becoming more and more common in everyday life. Is it a positive or negative development?

36. More people than ever before are travelling to other countries now. Why? Is this a positive development or negative development?

37. Scientists believe that by studying behaviour of 3-year-old children, we can predict if that child can become criminal in the future. To what extent is crime a product of human nature? Is it possible to stop children from growing to be a criminal.

38. Some people say that young people learn usefull skills by playing electronic and computer games. Others say that young people who play electronic and computer games are wasting their time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.