Exams for Writing 4

1. Some universities offer online courses as an alternative to classes delivered on campus. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

2. It is neither possible nor useful for a country to provide university places for a high proportion of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

3. In schools and universities, girls tend to choose arts, while boys like science. What are the reasons for this trend and do you think this tendency should be changed?

4. Nowadays young people spend too much of their free time in shopping malls. Some people fear that this may have negative effects on young people and the society they live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5. It is better for college students to live in schools than live at home with their parents. Do you agree or disagree?

6. Many people think modern communication technology is having some negative effects on social relationships.Do you agree or disagree.

7. Do you agree or disagree with the statement that the government should invest more money in science education rather than other subjects to develop the country?

8. Some people think that developing countries need financial help from international organizations. Others think that it is practical aid and advice that is needed. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.

9. Some people think that governments should ban dangerous sports, while others think people should have freedom to do any sports or activity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

10. The best way to solve the world's environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel. Do you agree or disagree with this view?

11. The society would benefit from a ban on all forms of advertising because it serves no useful purpose, and can even be damaging. Do you agree or disagree with this view?

12. Consumers are faced with increasing numbers of advertisements from competing companies. To what extent do you think consumers are influenced by advertisements? What measures can be taken to protect them?

13. Scientists say that in the future humanity will speak the same language. Do you think this is a positive or negative social development?

14. Some people think that people who choose a job early and keep doing it are more likely to get a satisfying career life than those who frequently change jobs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

15. Some people think that good health is very important to every person, so medical service should not be run by profit-making companies. Do the advantages of private health care outweigh the disadvantages.

16. People should look after their health for personal benefits, rather than a duty for a society. What extent do you agree or disagree?

17. Some people think a job not only provides income but also social life. Others think it is better to develop social life with people you do not work with. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

18. Parents often give children everything they ask for and do what they like. Is it good for children? What are the consequences when they grow up?

19. As the number of cars increases, more money has to be spent on road systems. Some people think the government should pay for this. Others, however, think that the user should cover the costs. Discuss and give your opinion.

20. Some people say that it is possible for a country to be both economically successful and have a clean environment. Others disagree. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

21. Space travel has been possible for some time and some people believe that space tourism could be developed in the future. Do you think it is a positive or negative development.

22. Scientists predict in the near future cars will be driven by computers, not people. Why? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

23. Everyone should stay at school until 18. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

24. Many animal species are becoming extinct due to human activities on land and in sea. What are the reasons and solutions?

25. Some people are born to be leaders, others believe that leadership can be learnt. Discuss and give opinion.

26. In some parts of the world it is increasingly popular to research the history of one's own family. Why do people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative development?

27. Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways than on public transport systems. To what extend do you agree?

28. Solving environmental problems should be the responsibility of one international organisation rather than each national government. Do you agree or disagree?

29. Writing, reading and maths are the three recognized traditional subjects. Computer skill should also be the fourth largest branch. Do you agree or disagree?

30. In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people think that the government should have the responsibility. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

31. Anybody can use a mobile phone to answer the work and personal calls at any time or 7 days a week. Does this development have positive or negative effects on both individuals and society?

32. Students leave high school without learning the way how to manage their money. What are the reasons and solutions of this issue?

33. The increase in people’s life expectancy means that they have to work until an older age to pay for their retirement. One alternative is that people start to work at a younger age. Is this alternative a positive or negative development?

34. The best way to reduce youth crimes is to educate their parents with parental skills. To what extent you do agree or disagree?

35. More and more people in the city live in homes with small spaces or no outdoor areas. Do you think it is a negative or positive development?

36. There have been many inventions in the human history, such as the wheel. Some people think the most important thing is the internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

37. Some people say that increasing business and cultural contacts between countries is a positive development, while others think that many countries will lose their national identities as a result. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 

38. Student learn far more with their teachers than other sources (internet or television). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

39. The aging population is good for business, the economy and society. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

40. It is difficult for people in the cities to get enough physical exercise. What are the causes and solutions?

41. People in many countries are spending less time with their family. What are the reasons and effects of this?

42. Some people think that media news have become much more influential in people's lives today and it is a negative development. Agree or disagree?

43. Schools are no longer necessary because children can get so much information available through the internet, and they can study just as well at home. To what extent do agree or disagree?

44. People think that children nowadays have too much freedom. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

45. Some people think that children should start school at a very early age, but others believe that they should not go to school until they are older. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

46. The use of social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, is replacing face-to-face contact in everyday life. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?