Writing Topics

Recent IELTS Essay Questions (2018) Prepared by @IELTSBlogCorrectionService
2018-12: Task 2 (Canada)

Some people think subjects taught in school are a waste of time, while others disagree and
believe that this type of education is useful for students.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
2018-12: Task 2 (Malaysia)

Some people prefer cold weather conditions, while others don’t.
2018-12: Task 2 (UK)

Children and teenagers are committing more and more crimes in many countries.
Why is this happening? How can we stop or at least reduce youth crime?
2018-12: Task 2 (India)

Some people say that online study is the most effective and convenient way to learn. Others
believe that online study will never be as effective as learning at school, in person.
2018-12: Task 2 (South Korea)

Nowadays people try to balance their work with other things in life, but only some could
actually achieve it so far.
What are the reasons for that? How can we solve this problem?
2018-12: Task 2 (Nepal)

Scientists agree that many people eat too much junk food and it is damaging their health. Some
people think that this problem can be solved by educating people, while others believe that
education will not work.
2018-12: Task 2 (Iran)

Many people believe that TV news and media in general have a detrimental effect on our life.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion, including relevant
examples.
2018-11: Task 2 (Ghana)

Some people see shopping as a leisure activity mostly for young adults, while others disagree.
Do you think this has a positive or negative effect on economic development? Give your opinion
and include relevant examples.
2018-11: Task 2 (India)

Some people believe it is important to give gifts and presents to friends and family to show that
we care about them. Others think that there are better ways to show affection to them.
Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
2018-11: Task 2 (Zambia & UK)

Some people think that the main factors influencing a child’s development these days are
things such as television, friends, and music. Others believe that the family still remains
more important.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
2018-11: Task 2 (Pakistan)

Nowadays the amounts of rubbish are constantly increasing in many countries of the world.
Why is it happening? How can it be controlled and eventually reduced?
2018-11: Task 2 (Philippines)

Many people believe the government should spend money on faster public transport.
Others think that money should be spent on different aspects of public transportation, such
as cost reduction and environment conservation.
2018-11: Task 2 (China)

Nowadays food travels thousands of miles before reaching consumers. It affects the
agriculture and economy of the destination country, and for this reason people should
prefer food produced by local farmers.
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answers and include examples from your
experience.
2018-11: Task 2 (Pakistan)

Nowadays an ordinary person can become popular through the Internet and TV media.
Is it a positive or a negative development? Give your opinion and relevant examples.
2018-11: Task 2 (Russia)

Some people think that family has the most important influence on children’s development,
while others believe that factors such as TV, friends, music and books have a more
significant impact.
2018-11: Task 2 (India)

Nowadays many people become popular by being featured online or appearing on TV.
Is it a positive or negative trend in our society? Give reasons for your answer and include
examples from your experience.
2018-11: Task 2 (India)

Some people become famous when they are at a young age.
Do you think this is positive or negative?
2018-11: Task 2 (India)

Food travels thousands of miles from producers to consumers. Some people think that it
would be better for the environment and economy if people only ate the local food
produced by farmers.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
2018-11: Task 2 (Iran)

Some people believe that manufacturers should be responsible for reducing the large
amounts of packaging they use. Others say consumers should avoid buying heavily
packaged items.
Discuss both views and state your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include
2018-11: Task 2 (Iran)

In many countries day by day rubbish (garbage) is increasing.
Why is it happening? What can be done?
2018-11: Task 2 (Iran)

Some people argue that the fittest, strongest individuals and teams can achieve the greatest
success in sports. But other people think that success is as much related to mental attitude.
2018-11: Task 2 (Nepal)

Some people believe that physical fitness of strong individuals and teams is the reason for
most sports achievements. Others, however, think that mental attitude is more important.
2018-11: Task 2 (Vietnam & Qatar)

Many people believe that spending a lot of money on weddings is fine, while others
completely disagree.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion and examples.
2018-10: Task 2 (Kenya)

Some people think that the advantages of advertising sports products through famous
sports players outweigh the disadvantages.

Many countries consider eighteen year olds to be adults, while other countries don’t.
What do you think about it? Give your opinion and some relevant examples based on your
own experience.

Since traveling abroad became relatively inexpensive more countries opened their doors
for foreign tourists.
Is it a positive or negative trend? Give your opinion and include relevant examples.

Nowadays men’s sports are given far more attention by the society compared to women’s
sports.
What are the reasons for that? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
2018-10: Task 2 (Australia)

Some people think that news and media are affecting our life in a positive way while others
disagree.
What is your opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own
experience.
2018-10-13: Task 2 (Qatar; India; Nigeria; Pakistan; Bangladesh)

Today, most people get married and give birth in their thirties rather than when they are
younger.
Is this a positive or negative development?
2018-10-13: Task 2 (USA)

Shops should give preference in selling local food rather than imported food.
Do you agree or disagree.
2018-10-07: Task 2 (Saudi Arabia)

Some people think that activities of free-time shall be planned while others disagree.
Discuss both sides and include examples and relevant data from your own experience.
2018-10 Task 2 (India)

Nowadays many people believe that children should be taught history in schools, however,
others argue that children should learn subjects that are more helpful for modern everyday
life.
2018-09-28: Task 2 (Belarus)

Some people think that an advertising on TV is useless and others disagree.
Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
2018-09: Task 2 (Kuwait)

Some people say that TV advertisements have benefits, while others believe the opposite.
Discuss both views, give your own opinion and include examples from your experience.
2018-09-28: Task 2 (USA)

Some people say Olympic Games are not relevant in 21st century.
2018-09-15: Task 2 (India; Turkey, Iran, Sri Lanka)

Some people think restoration of old buildings takes huge amount of government
expenditure. It would be more beneficial to use this money for development of new
buildings and roads.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with given statement?
2018-09: Task 2 (UAE)

Some businesses observe that new employees who just graduated from a college or
university seem to lack interpersonal skills needed for communication with their
colleagues.
What could be the reason for this? What solutions can help address this problem?
2018-09: Task 2 (Sri Lanka)

Some people believe that we should start giving formal education to students at a much
earlier age, while others think we should wait until the age of 7.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Discuss and give reasons for
your answer.
2018-09: Task 2 (India)

Some parents believe that reading entertainment books is a waste of time. In their opinion,
children should only read serious, educational books.
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from
your own experience.
2018-09: Task 2 (India)

The international community must act immediately to ensure that all countries reduce their
consumption of fossil fuels such as gas, oil and coal.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion.
2018-09: Task 2 (USA)

Nowadays there is a growing trend of private car ownership.
Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages or environmental problems associated with
this?
2018-09: Task 2 (China)

Some people believe that companies should pay for damage they cause to the environment,
while others say that the government should be responsible for such expenses.
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your
experience.
2018-09: Task 2 (UAE)

Some people think that employers should give staff at least four weeks holiday per year to
improve their job performance.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
2018-09: Task 2 (Indonesia)

When children start school teachers have a bigger influence on their academic and social
development compared to their parents.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion and relevant examples.
2018-09: Task 2 (China)

Nowadays in many countries young people leave rural areas to study or work in cities.
Is it a positive or negative development? Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the
disadvantages?
2018-09: Task 2 (Vietnam)

Nowadays there are many medical surveys of treatments to reduce health problems.
Who should conduct them, governments, individuals or private companies, in your opinion?
Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your experience.
2018-09-15: Task 2 (USA; Brazil)

People in developed countries tend to buy more and more cars.
Do the advantages for the individual outweigh the disadvantages for the environment?
2018-09-13: Task 2 (India)

Nowadays, medical research projects are funded in order to improve medicine and
treatment. To help producing effective medication in order to improve health and tackle
with various diseases.
In your opinion, do you think that research should be carried by private companies,
individuals or government?
2018-09-13: Task 2 (Philippines)

Some say that the most important thing about being rich is that one has the opportunities
to help others.
2018-09-08: Task 2 (Qatar; India; UAE)

Some parents believe that child should not waste time by reading entertainment books but
instead they should spend time to read educational books only.
What is your opinion about this?
2018-09-08: Task 2 (Canada)

Some people think money is the best gift to give it to youngsters, while others disagree.
Discuss both the views and give your opinion.

Some people believe that the Olympics Games do not have a role in the 21st Century.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include
2018-09-08: Task 2 (Indonesia)

In countries where are a huge number of unemployment pupils, only need primary
education; no need offering secondary education.
To what extend do you agree or disagree.
2018-09-08: Task 2 (Argentina)

Human activity has had a negative effect on plants and animal all over the world. Some
people think that is too late to do something about it. Others think that there is still time to
take effective actions.
2018-09-08: Task 2 (India)

The international community must act immediately to insure all nations to reduce the
consumption of fossil fuel (gas and oil).
To what extent do you agree or disagree.
2018-09: Task 2 (China)

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? Give reasons for your answer and include
examples from your own experience.
2018-08: Task 2 (Oman)

Many people believe that it is a good idea to have a dress code at work places.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion and examples from your
own experience.
2018-08: Task 2 (Vietnam)

Some think that private companies should pay for pollution clean up, while others say it
should be a government’s responsibility.
Discuss, and state your own opinion.
2018-08: Task 2 (China)

In some countries it is illegal for employers to reject people applying for a job based on age
criteria.
Do you think it is a positive or a negative development?
2018-08: Task 2 (India, Malaysia)

Many people believe that the use of new technology improves lives of employees. Others
think it is a disadvantage for them.
2018-08: Task 2 (India)

Some people say that sport is very important for a nation’s development, while others
believe that sport is no more than a leisure time activity.
2018-08: Task 2 (Iran)

Some people think that children should start school sooner while others believe they should
not start it before the age of seven.
2018-08: Task 2 (Brazil)

Some people argue that competitive sports are good for bringing together different people
and cultures. Others argue that these sports can cause problems and increase conflicts
between nations.
Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion.
2018-08: Task 2 (India)

In some countries it is illegal for employers to reject job applications on the basis of age
criteria.
Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include
2018-08-25: Task 2 (India; Kazakhstan)

In many countries, young people move to cities leaving their homes in rural areas for work
or study.
What do you think are the reasons for it?
Do you think advantages for moving to cities outweigh disadvantages?
2018-08-25: Task 2 (Peru)

Many young people in the workforce today change their jobs or careers every few years.
What do you think are the reasons for this?
Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
2018-08-25: Task 2 (Malaysia)

Once children start to go to school, schools influence them on their intellectual and social
development more than parents.
To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Family plays an important role in child’s life, other than family there are other factors which
influence the development of child.
Do you agree or disagree?
2018-08-18: Task 2 (India)

Sport is important for society or it is only leisure activity.
2018-08-18: Task 2 (Pakistan; Russia; UAE)

Scientists agree that people ruin their health by eating junk food. Some people think that
the best way to prevent people from eating junk food is to educate them, while others
believe that this won’t work.

Nowadays, people can shop, work and communicate without having to face to face due to
the existence of internet.
Is it a positive or a negative development? Give your own opinion based on your knowledge
and experiences.
2018-08-18: Task 2 (USA)

Some people think that international competitive sports such as football bring conflict
between people of different age groups and nationalities. Others think sport is helping
reach understanding between people and nations.
2018-08-18: Task 2 (India)

Some people think that only staff who worked in the company for a long time should be
promoted to higher positions.
What is your opinion on this? Give reasons and relevant examples for your answer.
2018-08-18: Task 2 (Nigeria; India)

Some people think it’s a good idea to wear a uniform at work.
Do you agree or disagree. Give reasons for your answer with relevant examples from
knowledge or experience.
2018-08-18: Task 2 (Singapore)

Some people think it is more important to spend time in developing a successful career
while others think it is more important to spend time with friends and family.
2018-08-11: Task 2
Quality of life in some big cities is becoming worst.
What is the main cause of this problem and suggest solution.
2018-08-11: Task 2 (England)

Some people think that it is the responsibility of companies and private individuals, not
government to clean up the pollution they have created.
To what extent you agree or disagree.
2018-08-07: Task 2 (Vietnam)

Traffic and housing problems can be solved if moving big companies, factories and their
employees out of cities.
2018-08-02: Task 2 (Sri Lanka; India)

In some countries it is illegal for employers to reject applicants due to his/her age.
What do you think? Describe positive or negative development with your own experiences.
2018-08-02: Task 2 (Colombia)

Demand of food is increasing worldwide.
Which is a cause of this? What measures could the international community take in order
to improve the situation?
2018-08-02: Task 2 (Philippines)

Billions of dollars are being wasted on space research. The money used could be better if
used to improving conditions on people on earth.
2018-08-02: Task 2 (South Africa; India; Sri Lanka)

Some people think that new technologies benefits the life of workers whereas some deny
the statement.
2018-08-02: Task 2 (Thailand)

In some cities there are few control over the design and construction of new houses and
building offices.
Should people build their own houses whatever style they want? Do you think the
advantages outweigh the disadvantages of this development?
2018-08-02: Task 2 (Australia)

Many people think that more having more money will make them happier.
How important is money to happiness?
2018-07: Task 2 (China)

Scientists have been warning for many years already that in order to protect the
environment people should use less energy. However, most people do not change their
ways of living.
What is causing this behaviour? How can people be encouraged to change?

Some believe that modern technology has made people less socially active, while others
disagree.
2018-07: Task 2 (India)

The best way to reduce crime among young people is to teach parents good parenting skills.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and
examples.
2018-07: Task 2 (India)

Some psychologists think that the best way to overcome stress of everyday life is to spend
a portion of the day doing absolutely nothing.
2018-07: Task 2 (Bangladesh)

There is a trend of increasing amounts of consumer goods, which leads to environmental
problems.
What are the reasons for this trend? Give your own opinion and solutions.
2018-07: Task 2 (Pakistan, India)

The difference in age between parents and their children has increased compared to the
past.
Do you think advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people believe that trade and cultural relationships between the countries is a
positive development, while others disagree.
Discuss both the views and include your own opinion.
2018-07: Task 2 (Bangladesh)

Some people think that children should go to kindergarten before attending primary school,
while others believe that is better for children to stay all day with their families.
2018-07: Task 2 (KSA)

Recently there are more gas stations being built as opposed to diesel ones in rural areas.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
2018-07: Task 2 (USA)

Many parents (mostly women) decide to stay home and take care of the family members
instead of going out for work. Some people suggest that they should be paid by the
government for doing that.
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your
own experience.

Different cultures are mixing today and the world is becoming a global village.
Is it a positive or a negative development? Give your own opinion and examples.

Nowadays people’s life is changing rapidly and, as a result, family relationships are affected.
Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Give your opinion and examples
from your own experience.
2018-07: Task 2 (Nigeria)

Measures have been put in place to improve road safety by reducing the speed limits. Some
people believe there are better alternatives.
2018-07-28: Task 2 (Bangladesh; Uzbekistan)

Some psychologists say doing absolutely nothing at a time of the day is the best way to
overcome stress.
2018-07-28: Task 2 (UK; Turkey; Libya; Pakistan)

Some people think that children should start formal school as early as possible while others
believe that they should not start school until they become 7 years old.
2018-07-28: Task 2 (KSA; Nigeria; Bangladesh; Kazakhstan; Poland)

Some people think the modern technology is making people more sociable, while others
think it is making them less sociable.
2018-07-28: Task 2 (India)

The increasing crimes by young people can be solved by teaching parents good parenting.
2018-07-28: Task 2 (USA)

In the world of internet, people write on internet about a product’s reviews and opinions
about a service.
Is it a good thing or bad thing?

Some people believe that educational success depends on good teachers. Others think that
its depend on the attitude of the students.
2018-07-19: Task 2 (India)

Scientists are concerned about environmental issues over many years and suggest less use
of energy in daily life. Despite of such warnings most people don’t follow them.
Why do you think they don’t follow them?
What can be done to encourage people to do so?
2018-07-19: Task 2
Something about education of the young people is the main educational priority of
countries. But some believe that educating the adults who cannot read and write is needed
by the society and we should spend more for it.
2018-07-07: Task 2 (Nigeria; Saudi Arabia; Austria)

In some countries, the age difference between parents and children is greater than in the
past.
Do you think the advantages outweighs the disadvantages?
2018-07-07: Task 2 (Fiji)

Some people are of the believe that universities should only offer places to students with
high marks. While others believe that people of all ages should be allowed even if they don’t
do well in school.
2018-07-07: Task 2 (UAE; KSA; Nigeria; India; Russia; Bangladesh)

Some people think that young children need to attend nursery before primary school. While
others believe young children can spend all day at home.
2018-07-07: Task 2 (USA; China)

People are less fit and active nowadays than in the past.
What are the reasons for this? What do you think can be done for it?

Some people tell that to reduce traffic and pollution, government should increase the tax
on the petrol (gasoline).
Would there is more benefits than the drawback?
2018-06: Task 2 (UAE, Nigeria)

Many people believe that reducing speed limit is the best option for road safety
improvement.
Do you think there are other measures that could be put in place? What are the advantages
and disadvantages of this?
2018-06: Task 2 (Qatar)

Newspapers will remain the main source of news in the future and the Internet will not
have any effect.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include
2018-06: Task 2 (Malaysia)

In cities many people are living alone.
What are the reasons for it? Is it a positive or a negative trend?
2018-06: Task 2 (India)

Many people say that teenagers should concentrate on all school subjects equally. Others,
however, believe that students should spend more time on subjects they like, or are good
at.
2018-06: Task 2 (China)

School teachers are more responsible for social and intellectual development of students
than parents.
2018-06: Task 2 (Indonesia)

Some people believe that preserving natural environment is crucial. However, most make
no effort to do so.
Why do you think this is happening? What are some simple actions that could help the
environment?
2018-06: Task 2 (Singapore)

In many countries the proportion of older people is steadily increasing. Some think this is
good, while others believe this is a problem for a country.
2018-06: Task 2 (China)

Some people use the Internet to search for solutions to their medical problems.
Is it a positive or negative development? Give your own opinion and examples from your
experience.
2018-06: Task 2 (Iran)

Nowadays families move to different countries for work. Some people think it has a
negative effect on children, while others disagree.
2018-06-30: Task 2 (New Zealand; Malaysia)

The cultures of many countries around the world becomes more similar than they used to
be.
What are the reasons for this trend? Is it positive or negative?
2018-06-30: Task 2 (Germany; India; Iraq)

Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is to lower the maximum speed
limit. Others think that there are better alternative ways to do this.
2018-06-30: Task 2 (USA)

Individual should take care of the environment or it is the government’s responsibility.

Some people think the increasing business and culture contact between countries bring
many positive effects. Others say it causes the loss of national identities.
Discuss both of these views and give your opinion.
2018-06-30: Task 2 (India)

Some people think it is necessary to use animals for testing medicine which are intended
for human, while others say animals should not be treated this way of use animals for
testing a medicine.
Discuss both your views and give your opinion.
2018-06-30: Task 2 (Sweden; Croatia; Iran; England)

These days people know more about famous people like pop stars and movie stars, but they
don’t know famous people in the history of their country.
Why? What should be done to increase the knowledge of younger people about famous
people in the history of their country?
2018-06-23: Task 2 (India; Nigeria; Ireland; UK)

Some people believe that Zoos are cruel places for animals. Others believe that it is good
places for rare animals.
2018-06-23: Task 2 (Australia; Malaysia)

In many places, people’s lifestyles have changed rapidly and it is affecting family
relationship.
Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
2018-06-07: Task 2 (Uzbekistan)

Some people think that the teenagers should concentrate on all subjects of school. Others
believe that the teenagers should focus on those subject in which they are best or which
are more interesting.
2018-06-02: Task 2 (Qatar; Saudi Arabia)

More and more people are reading news from the internet, but some of the people likes
reading news from a newspaper.
2018-06-02: Task 2 (India)

Some people use technology to take advice for their medical problems rather than seeing
to doctor.
Why is this so? Is it positive or negative development according to you?
2018-06-02: Task 2 (India; KSA)

Nowadays, many families migrate to other countries due to employment. Some people say
it benefits the children of immigrants families. Other say it is more difficult for the children
of these families.
Discuss both views and give you opinion.
2018-06-02: Task 2 (USA; Canada; Peru; Brazil)

People especially mothers often decide to stay at home to look after their family instead of
going to work.
Do you think government should pay them the salary for it?
2018-06-02: Task 2 (Australia; Singapore)

International Tourism is a good business but can lead to “fights” instead of understanding
between tourists and locals.
2018-05: Task 2 (India)

Some people believe that it’s not necessary to have internet access to live a full life.
What is your opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own
experience.

Many people believe that parents should teach their children about money matters.
What are the best ways to teach a child about money, in your opinion? Give some examples
from your own experience.
2018-05: Task 2 (Germany)

Childcare training courses should be mandatory for all parents.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and include relevant
examples.
2018-05: Task 2 (Iran)

The trend of increased consumer goods production is damaging the natural environment.
Why is it still happening? What are the solutions for this situation?
2018-05: Task 2 (Denmark)

Nowadays people are affected by social media and the Internet.
Is it a good or a bad trend in your opinion? Explain it by giving your own examples.
2018-05: Task 2 (Hong Kong)

Some believe that modern technology is increasing the gap between rich and poor people,
while others disagree.
2018-05: Task 2 (India)

Nowadays more and more people want to live by themselves.
What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative trend?
2018-05: Task 2 (KSA)

Some people think cars are a better way of transportation around the city, while other
prefer cycling.
2018-05-25: Task 2 (Vietnam)

Some people argue that reading is the best way for graduates to improve their knowledge
but others think that there are better ways for adults to do that.
Discuss both views and tell your idea.
2018-05-24: Task 2 (India; Saudi Arabia)

An increased of consumer goods production resulted to damage to natural environment.
Why is this the case? What are the solution to the problem?
2018-05-24: Task 2 (Russia)

Some people think that large international sporting events only brings drawbacks, and that
it is not worth hosting them.
2018-05-19: Task 2 (Russia; Kazakhstan; Greece)

In some cultures the old age is highly valued, while in others youth is more valued.
2018-05-12: Task 2 (Canada)

Some countries have prisons for prisoners. Other think education is the best way to make
people not commit crimes.
To what extent do you agree?
2018-05-12: Task 2 (Pakistan)

Some people believe that older people are happy in this current modern world. While,
others argue that elders were quite favorable in the past.
Discuss both views and give your own.
2018-05-12: Task 2
The number of old people are increasing in many countries. Some people think this causes
problems, while others think old people play an important role.
2018-05-12: Task 2 (USA)

Many parents think that it is good to teach the children about value of money.
Why is it important to teach children about money? What is the best way for parents to
teach children about money? Give relevant examples or your own experience.
2018-05-12: Task 2 (Nigeria; Germany; South Africa)

Some people believe that the best way to travel within a city is by car. Others believe it is
best to travel by bicycle.

About the huge amount time and money for protecting the wild animals should be for
human population.
To what extends do you agree or disagree.
2018-05-12: Task 2
Some people think that people are becoming more dependent on each other whereas
others believe that they are becoming independent.
2018-05-05: Task 2 (South Korea; Indonesia; Australia)

Some people think that researching about past is waste of money and time. We should
instead focus on issues of today’s world.
2018-05-05: Task 2 (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Italy)

Some people say Internet is not necessary to live a life to the full.
What do you think?
2018-05-05: Task 2 (Canada)

The availability of entertainment such as playing video games on handheld devices are
harmful to an individual and to a society they live in.

People spend too much on family celebrations such as birthdays and weddings.
What are importance of these celebrations? Do you think people really spend too much?

Nowadays the most important task is the environmental protection of our planet for future
generations.
2018-04: Task 2 (Philippines)

Some people think that the government should invest money in arts and cultural events,
while others believe that the government should spend money on more important things.
2018-04: Task 2 (China)

In the modern world it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via internet
and live without any face-to-face contact with others.
Is it a positive or negative development in your opinion? To what extent do you support
this development?

Some believe that people should not continue to work once they reach the age of
retirement.
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from
your experience.
2018-04: Task 2 (India)

Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks and motorcycles are banned
from the city center. People are encouraged to use public transportation such as buses,
taxis and metro on vehicle-free days.
To what extent do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people think that hobbies should be linked with technology, while others believe that
it is not necessary for hobbies to be involved with technology.
Discuss, what is your opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples
from your experience.

Nowadays people are influenced by fashion, in particular when choosing their clothes and
hairstyle.
Is this a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include
2018-04: Task 2 (Hong Kong)

Some people say that artists such as painters, writers and musicians affect our life more
than scientists.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant
2018-04: Task 2 (India)

These days free music and free films are available online.
Is this a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include

Many people prefer to live in their own house, while others are prepared to live in rental
properties.
Discuss both views, give you own opinion and examples.
2018-04-26: Task 2 (Kazakhstan; Saudi Arabia)

The key solution for the environment is for the current generation to live a less comfortable
life to benefit future generations.
2018-04-26: Task 2 (Myanmar)

Is it important for public money to be spent on promoting healthy lifestyle to prevent illness
than spending money treating people who are well.
2018-04-21: Task 2 (Canada)

All fathers should be entitled to the time off from work when their children are born.
What is your opinion?

Organized tours are going to remote places and communities more and more.
Do you think this a positive or negative development for the local people and the
environment?
2018-04-21: Task 2 (Ukraine; Pakistan; India)

Nowadays people have free access to music and films online.
Is this a positive or a negative development? Provide relevant examples from you own
experience.
2018-04-21: Task 2 (Sri Lanka)

Pollution and other environmental damage causes by developing country and country
which is becoming richer. This problem cannot be avoided.
2018-04-14: Task 2 (Kazakhstan; Iran; Nepal)

More people are interested in cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance.
Why? Is it a positive or negative development?
2018-04-14: Task 2 (Philippines; Indonesia)

In today’s advanced science and technology people still values artists like painter, musician
and writer.
How can arts make a difference in our society that science and technology cannot?

It was a question whether people should be tested yearly in order to ensure saver transport
roads.
2018-04-07: Task 2 (India)

It was “Once children start school, teachers have more influence on their intellectual and
social development than parents”.
2018-03: Task 2 (Iran)

In many countries plastic bags are the main source of rubbish causing pollution in oceans
and on land; therefore they should be banned.
2018-03: Task 2 (UK)

Some people think that only the society should be blamed for any anti-social activities.
What are the causes for these activities? Who is responsible for them?
2018-03: Task 2 (India)

The best way to reduce traffic congestion in cities is to provide a free public transport
service.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and examples from your own
experience.
2018-03: Task 2 (India)

Some people feel that robots are very important to humans’ future development, while
others think they are dangerous and have negative effects on the society.
2018-03: Task 2 (Uzbekistan)

Nowadays people use social media to keep in touch with others and be aware of news.
Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
2018-03: Task 2 (Cyprus)

The trend of online shopping is increasing significantly.
What effect does it have on the environment and society in general?
2018-03: Task 2 (Oman, KSA)

Some people spend a lot of money attending cultural or sports events.
Is it a good or a bad thing? Give your opinion and examples from your own experience.

Some people think that new houses should be built in the same style as older houses in the
local area. Others disagree and say that local authorities should allow people to build
houses in the styles of their own choice.
2018-03: Task 2 (Nepal)

Nowadays the importance of teachers is diminishing due to increased availability of
alternative resources to students.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
2018-03: Task 2 (USA)

Some people believe that it is better to live and work in a vertical city with multiple tall
buildings, as compared to a horizontal city with fewer tall buildings.

Some people think that one should plan detailed activities for their leisure time, others
disagree with that.
2018-03-24: Task 2 (India)

Some people say that cities with taller buildings which means building cities ‘vertically’ is
good. Other people say that building cities ‘horizontally’ is better.
2018-03-24: Task 2 (Sri Lanka; Oman; UK)

Social media has replaced the traditional methods of communicating and people use more
and more of social media to communicate to follow news and events.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion with examples.
2018-03-24: Task 2 (Philippines; Malaysia)

Museums and art galleries should show something from their own country rather than
collections from international sources.
2018-03-15: Task 2 (Sri Lanka)

Some people believe that robots are important for humans to develop their future while
some think that it is a dangerous invention that will impact the society negatively.
2018-03-10: Task 2 (Hong Kong; Mongolia; Indonesia)

When designing building the intended use of the building should be taken into account as
important rather than the outward appearance.
2018-03-10: Task 2 (India; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates)

“Some individual do activities which are consider as crime and anti-social, society as a whole
should be blamed for their activities”.
What are the causes of anti-social activities?
Who are responsible for their Anti-social behavior?
2018-03-03: Task 2 (Oman; London; Portugal)

In many countries, plastic shopping bags are the main type of rubbish. They cause water
pollution and land pollution, so they should be banned.
2018-03-03: Task 2 (Singapore; Taiwan)

Some believe that houses should be built in same style in a area and others believe people
should be allowed by council to build houses in any style they like.
Discuss and give your opinion.
2018-02: Task 2 (UAE)

Life in the 21st century is better compared to the previous century.
To what extant do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant
2018-02: Task 2 (New Zealand)

The old tradition of a family having a meal together is disappearing.
Why do you think is this happening? How does it affect individuals and the community?

In some countries people think women should have equality with men, in particular equal
rights to work as police officers or serve in the Army. Others think women are not suitable
for such jobs.
2018-02: Task 2 (India)

Many people say that applying heavy taxes to industries will prevent industrial pollution.
Others believe that there are other effective solutions to curb the industrial pollution.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Include appropriate examples in your
response, if necessary.

Some people believe we need to pay higher taxes in order for the government to build
population’s basic needs services. Others say government should find other means to get
funds for it.
What should the government do, in your opinion?
2018-02: Task 2 (Japan)

Some people want the government to spend money on researching life on other planets.
Others, however, think it is a waste of public funds and there are too many problems on
our own planet to be fixed first.
Discuss both views and give you own opinion.
2018-02: Task 2 (India)

Some people think that the effective way to reduce pollution is to tax the companies which
cause it. Others think that there are better ways to achieve this.
Discuss both the sides and give your own opinion.
2018-02: Task 2 (UK)

Some people think parents are responsible for transporting their children to school. Others
think it is the government’s responsibility.
2018-02: Task 2 (New Zealand)

These days the tradition of families eating meals together is declining.
Why is this happening? What are the effects on families?
2018-02: Task 2 (Kazakhstan)

More and more people nowadays are buying fashionable clothes.
Does it have more negative or positive effects? Give reasons for your answer and include
relevant examples from your experience.
2018-02: Task 2 (UK)

Some people think that several short holidays from school are better, while others think
one long summer holiday for the year is better for children.
Discuss and include your own opinion and relevant examples from your experience.
2018-02-24: Task 2 (Nepal; Ethiopia; Russia; Kazakhstan; India; Turkey; Italy; Nigeria)
Some people believe that women have a equal role as men to work in police force and
military force, whereas others claim that it is not appropriate work for them.
Discuss both view and give opinion.

Most of employer prefer academic qualification rather than life experience or personal
qualities when looking for new employees.
Why is this happening and is it a positive or negative development.
2018-02-10: Task 2 (UK; Jordan; Nigeria; Pakistan; Mozambique; Bangladesh; Ukraine)

People living in 21 century have better life quality than those in the past.

Students in school and university learn far more by lessons with their teachers compared
to other sources. (E.g.: television, the internet).
2018-02-10: Task 2 (India)

Some people want government should spent money looking for life on other planet
however others think it is waste of public money when there are so many problems on
earth, government should solve it.
Discuss both views.

In many countries, the tradition of families having meals together is disappearing.
Why is that happen? What will be the effects of it to the family and the society?
2018-02-03: Task 2 (Dubai; India; Kuwait; Bahrain)

Nowadays more and more people want to get things instantly (services, information, tasks).
Do you think it is positive or negative development?

Most people believe that stricter punishments should be given for traffic offences.
2018-02-01: Task 2 (Nigeria; Sudan)

If people go to live in other countries, should they follow the custom and traditions of the
new country.
2018-01-20: Task 2 (Ireland; UK)

Some people say that government should be responsible with children transportation at
school, and others say that parents should be responsible with transportation.
Discuss both views and give your own pinion.
2018-01: Task 2 (USA)

In some counties younger people are increasingly losing interest in teaching.
Why is this happening? What can be done to improve the situation? Give reasons for your
answer and include examples from your own experience.

Some people think that air travel should grow without a limit, while others believe that
governments should limit it.

Nowadays many business meetings and training are happening online and not in real
offices.
Do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantages in this matter?
2018-01: Task 2 (India)

Some people think that giving homework to students is not a good idea. Others believe that
homework is good and helps students achieve better grades.
2018-01: Task 2 (UK)

Some people say it is the government’s responsibility to fund school buses, while others
think parents should be responsible for bringing their kids to school.
2018-01: Task 2 (Malta)

Some people believe that children’s success in adulthood is related to the way they have
been raised by their parents.
Do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion and examples.
2018-01: Task 2 (UAE)

Some exercises are good, but not all, and without knowing the difference people who do
all kinds of exercises can harm themselves.
Do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion and include examples from your
experience.

Some people want academic subjects such as history and physics to be taught at secondary
school. Others want practical skills such as mechanical and gardening to be taught.

Nowadays people living in large cities face problems in their daily lives.
What are these problems? Should governments encourage people to move to smaller
towns?

We were asked to discuss cost consideration when purchasing a product, such a cell phone
or a service, such as healthcare.
2018-01: Task 2 (Nigeria)

The tendency of human beings to copy one another is increasing in popularity.
Is this a positive or a negative development? What can be done about it?
2018-01: Task 2 (UK, Sri Lanka)

In many countries senior positions have higher salaries compared to those of young workers
of the same company. Some people think this isn’t justified.
2018-01-20: Task 2 (Vietnam; Indonesia)

Research shows that many business meetings and training are increasingly taking place
online.
Do advantages outweigh disadvantages?
2018-01-20: Task 2 (Canada)

Some people think that governments should subsidize health food, while others think that
they should tax unhealthy food.
2018-01-20: Task 2
People are surrounded by advertisements. Some people think advertisement affect what
their think is important and is negative influence their lives.
2018-01-18: Task 2 (Kuwait; India)

Science tells us some activities are dangerous to health, but some people continue to live
unhealthy.
What are the causes of this; what can be done to solve this problem
2018-01-06: Task 2 (Singapore; Hong Kong)

Some people think it is more beneficial to play sports that are played in teams, e.g. football.
And some people think it is more beneficial to play individual sports, e.g. tennis and
swimming.
Discuss about both views and give your own opinion.
2018-01-06: Task 2 (India)

Humans tend to copy one another, especially in fashion, choice of clothes and consumer
goods.
What extent do you agree or disagree?

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2018-11: Task 2 (Iran)

2018-11: Task 2 (Iran)

2018-11: Task 2 (Nepal)

2018-11: Task 2 (Vietnam & Qatar)

2018-10: Task 2 (Kenya)

2018-10: Task 2 (Canada)

2018-10: Task 2 (Canada)

2018-10: Task 2 (Canada)

2018-10: Task 2 (Australia)

2018-10-13: Task 2 (Qatar; India; Nigeria; Pakistan; Bangladesh)

2018-10-13: Task 2 (USA)

2018-10-07: Task 2 (Saudi Arabia)

2018-10 Task 2 (India)

2018-09-28: Task 2 (Belarus)

2018-09: Task 2 (Kuwait)

2018-09-28: Task 2 (USA)

2018-09-15: Task 2 (India; Turkey, Iran, Sri Lanka)

2018-09: Task 2 (UAE)

2018-09: Task 2 (Sri Lanka)

2018-09: Task 2 (India)

2018-09: Task 2 (India)

2018-09: Task 2 (USA)

2018-09: Task 2 (China)

2018-09: Task 2 (UAE)

2018-09: Task 2 (Indonesia)

2018-09: Task 2 (China)

2018-09: Task 2 (Vietnam)

2018-09-15: Task 2 (USA; Brazil)

2018-09-13: Task 2 (India)

2018-09-13: Task 2 (Philippines)

2018-09-08: Task 2 (Qatar; India; UAE)

2018-09-08: Task 2 (Canada)

2018-09: Task 2 (Canada)

2018-09-08: Task 2 (Indonesia)

2018-09-08: Task 2 (Argentina)

2018-09-08: Task 2 (India)

2018-09: Task 2 (China)

2018-08: Task 2 (Oman)

2018-08: Task 2 (Vietnam)

2018-08: Task 2 (China)

2018-08: Task 2 (India, Malaysia)

2018-08: Task 2 (India)

2018-08: Task 2 (Iran)

2018-08: Task 2 (Brazil)