IELTS Writing Podcast: Recent Episodes
Lilie King
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Nowadays many people complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lack of sleep?
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In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are so popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?
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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?
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The diagrams below show the life cycle of the silkworm and the stages in the production of silk cloth.
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Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behavior. Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural differences. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
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Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
live within the status quo
stagnant
a shift in direction
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Some people say that now is the best time in history to be living.
What is your opinion about this?
What other time in history would be interesting to live in.
the best time of all
the best of all times
postwar America
the post-World War II era in the U.S
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Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
offenses of the same type
offenses in the same category
a one-size-fits-all justice system
to judge each crime individually
to judge each crime by the circumstances
to disclose
knowingly
workplace confidentiality
misdeeds
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It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sport or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
innate/inborn/native ability
conventional wisdom
inherit
torso
attain a body type
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As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual wellbeing.
What factors contribute to job satisfaction?
How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers?
satisfied/satisfying/fulfilled/fulfillment
to coincide with
to reskill
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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?
destined for preserves
bumps and bruise
fill their stomachs
be heavily taxed
place/impose a high tax on
be subjected to high taxes
sold fresh
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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?
- to raise/hike the price
- fuel prices
- politically feasible
- to impose/introduce/set high workplace parking fees/charges
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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 function of a university?
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Some people spend most of their lives living close to where they were born. What might be the reasons for this?
What are the advantages and disadvantages?
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Plastic bags, plastic bottles and plastic packaging are bad for the environment.
What damage does plastic do to the environment?
What can be done by governments and individuals to solve this problem?
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Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attitudes and give your own opinion.
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Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Has this become a positive or negative development?
online relationships
Internet relationships
cyber relationships
cyberspace relationships
give rise to
reside
constrained by geographical distance
immediate circle
by looked down on by
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Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
a number of
become extinct
is lost
the death of a language
the loss of a language
the extinction of a language
isolated tribes
tribal people
from scratch
to build on something
mainstream languages
uncommon languages
gender terms
gender-neutral words
gender equality
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Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
similar->similarities
cultural loss
cultural diversity
diverse
clothing such as saris and dhotis
western fashions
longstanding values
Thai cuisine
authentic
to have a taste of
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Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
facilities ≠ amenities
make much difference
do little to
a twenty-piece box of Chicken McNuggets
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In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
high-speed rail
high-speed rail projects
high-speed rail networks
bullet trains
public transport systems that already exist
go toward
inject money into
routes
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Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
a basic grasp/command of their language
the rudiments of their language
to hold conversations
something is of interest to someone
be critical of someone or something
bus stop signs
to bargain with someone
street vendors
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In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
trace/research/explore/investigate the history of their homes
out of interest
out of curiosity
tear down
uncommon treasures
surviving buildings
concrete residential buildings
look alike
uncover intriguing stories
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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugar products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
processed foods and drinks
high-sugar products
sugar-packed products
sugar-sweetened foods and beverages
be packed with
to offer/supply free refills on sodas
to implement a 20% tax on
high consumers
a can of strawberry-flavored beverage
to satisfy a craving for
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In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
self-driving cars
autonomous cars
employment losses
job losses
truckers
delivery couriers
be made redundant
to reskill
to reduce operating expenses
to cut costs
the logistics company UPS
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In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
promote the idea that…
novel
new features
newness
to beat their competitors
to stay ahead of their competitors
to stand out from the competition
to grab attention
cross-app tracking
to respond to/meet/satisfy new needs/requirements
to limit screen time
a screenless fitness band
the Amazon Halo
fitness trackers
Fitbit
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Today, the high sales of popular consumer goods reflect the power of advertising and not the real needs of the society in which they are sold. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
to trick someone into believing
to depict
Gillette
a clean-shaven man
to get more out of life
Gillette razors
targeted advertising
to increase/heighten/intensify the desire to buy
to scroll through their Facebook feeds
to contain themselves
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Some people believe that universities should focus on employment skills for the future. Others think that they should focus on academic study only. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
higher education
tertiary education
skills for future employment
to prepare students for work
bring new ideas to reality
find a cure for AIDS
a higher return on their investments
take on loans
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In education and employment, some people work harder than others. Why do some people work harder? Is it always a good thing to work hard?
put in more effort
inequality
disparities
equal
perceive
competent
equivalent skills
climb the corporate ladder
privileged children
academic qualifications
scholarship standards
grown-ups
put career before family
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Some people say that advertising has positive economic effects. Others think that it has negative social effects because it makes people feel dissatisfied with who they are and what they have. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
identities and possessions
adverse
emotionally vulnerable
a poor sense of self-worth
play upon
lingerie manufacturers
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The family has a great influence on children’s development, but influence from outside the home plays a bigger part in children’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
family influence
external influence
to reflect
reflection
to mirror
to reprimand
choose a path they want to take in life
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Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
to reciprocate
bulliers
to feel overwhelmed by
Children’s behavior mirrors that of their parents.
Children’s behavior is a reflection of their upbringing.
to come naturally to
to pick up on
preferable
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Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is to make vehicle drivers take a test every year. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
annually/annual/yearly
to enforce/implement an annual testing program
traffic accidents
traffic incidents
driving incidents
visibility
slippery
speedy delivery
Amazon Flex
fulfill same-day delivery
to impose deadlines on someone
drive recklessly
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Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school prorəʊgrammes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
to volunteer
to give back to their communities
to serve their communities
to work for a local nonprofit
be made mandatory
inferior to
worthy individuals
to strive for
to distribute food
be compassionate toward
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Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
scientific research, business and the academic world=the scientific, business and academic worlds
to increase transparency
to make important information freely available
to share valuable data without any restriction
the U.S. biotechnology company Moderna
mRNA Covid-19 technology
scenario
to stifle/hinder/discourage/ suppress innovation
copycat
to dream up new products
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Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
another language
a second language
a new language
to acquire a foreign language
primary level
primary school-aged children
young pupils
counterparts at secondary school
workloads
compulsory
outperform
put someone at a disadvantage
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Governments should spend money on railways rather than roads. Do you agree or disagree?
subways
high-speed rail
tram lines
amount to
opt for
per capita carbon emissions
to drive economies forward
economic driver
strength
to collaborate
hub
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In spite of the advances made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry. Why is this the case? What can be done about this problem?
face hunger
suffer starvation
people are starving
culprit
(food) output
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Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
certain plant and animal species
extinction
to become extinct
to die out
to cease to exist
environmental issues we confront today
environmental challenges we face today
rising global temperatures
tear down
causal relationship
an imbalanced ecosystem
to keep the ecosystem in balance
to upset /disrupt the balance of the ecosystem
primary predator
to prey on
giraffes
take the highest priority
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Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
subjects they have a passion for
subjects they are passionate about
subjects they are interested in
disciplines
scientific and technological subjects
take on loans
tech giants
pay off their debts
be more likely to
increase the likelihood of
improve their chances of
put in effort
become expert (‘Expert’ is an adjective here )
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Many museums charge for admission while others are free. Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to museums outweigh the disadvantages?
admission fees /charges
entrance fees /charges
a paid-admission model
a free-admission model
to deter
to overcrowd
to fund the upkeep of their collections
collections/works/exhibits
high-tech methods
to minimize
The Whitney Museum of American Art
flood wall
to keep something in good condition
cultural heritage
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It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children?
distinguish/tell right from wrong
good behavior
bad behavior
misbehavior
to misbehave
to discipline children
is of great importance
be equivalent to
amount to
bully
disadvantaged kids
face/suffer consequences
mild punishments
rebellious
scold
spank
rebel
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More and more people no longer read newspapers or watch TV programmes to get news. They get their news from the Internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
consume/read/watch news
traditional media
a news source
current affairs
like-minded people
Tesla enthusiasts
model
in the comments/in the comments section
be worth doing
electric cars
to travel/spread/circulate fast
to repost a news story
public attention
to block someone from doing something
go viral
take a stand against her discriminatory behavior
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Some people think watching TV and films makes children more creative. Others think that it can actually lower their creativity. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
viewing TV and films
TV and film viewing
watching TV shows/programs and films
to overwhelm someone with something
to form a pride
to raise cubs
in the wild
habitats
inform someone about/of something
current affairs
a spaceflight company
moon landing
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Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
successful sports professionals:
top/elite/leading sportspeople
sports stars
justified:
worth
deserve
create value for/add value to
reusable rockets
a multi-planetary species
push humanity forward
work ethic
perseverance
fearlessly
endure/face pressure
competitive swimmer
battle with depression
bring about=cause
low points of someone’s career
Olympian
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Some people believe that good teamwork is what makes companies successful. Others feel that it is more important to have a good leader. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
improve productivity/be more productive
work cooperatively
different talents
set goals/set targets
envision the bright future of
put effort into
warehouse infrastructure
delivery network
drive someone forward
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Although there is a lot of software available today that can translate from one language to another, it is still necessary for people to learn a foreign language. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
translation software
translation tools
translation applications
acquire a second language
second language acquisition
discourage someone from doing something/put someone off something
extend hospitality
raise the odds of success
unbounded
captions
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At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
account for
comparatively
jobless rates
corporate job
make the leap to self-employment
driving force of an economy
drive the economy to grow
play an important role in economic growth
the highly innovative trillion-dollar U.S. tech industry
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Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organization.
Why might this be the case?
What could be the disadvantage of being self-employed?
to work for themselves
make the leap to self-employment
the corporate world
corporate jobs
work/life balance
to balance their work and personal life
to keep their work and personal life in balance
thrive
deliver new features
make the leap to self-employment
have control over something
put their heart and soul into something
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Cambridge IELTS 11 Test 2 Writing Task 1 Sample Essay
The charts display the percentages of British students from one English university who were able to speak languages other than English in 2000 and 2010.
Overall, the proportion of students who were able to speak other languages went up in 2010, with Spanish being the most commonly spoken one in both years.
Those who only spoke Spanish accounted for the greatest proportions of students in both 2000 and 2010, at 30 and 35 percent respectively. With an increase to 20 and 15 percent, those who spoke another language and those who spoke two other languages became the second and third largest groups in 2010.
Of those who were able to speak other languages, French-only speakers were the only group whose proportion experienced a decline from 15 to 10 percent, while the proportion of German-only speakers stayed at 10 percent.
*Please don't use "a foreign/second language", because an increasing number of British school pupils have a first language which isn't English and this will eventually work its way through to college and university student level.
Some people think that it is necessary to travel abroad to know about a country. Other people feel that traveling is unnecessary because you can know anything about a country on the Internet. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
firsthand/in person
the information highway
content creators
in-depth content
Take for example the popular YouTube Channel Vietnamese Cuisine Lovers. It features local cuisine which ranges from street food to fine-dining restaurants, covering a wider range of foods than a person can experience on their own.
get a taste of local food
unreliable/misleading information
portray
scams
propaganda purposes
hospitable
slum
gain a real sense of it
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Some people believe that companies should manufacture products that last for a long time. Others feel that the emphasis should be placed on producing goods that are cheap. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
durable
have a long life/lifespan
inexpensive
boost/lift sales
sell well
the average consumer
That is why a cheap fast-fashion brand like H&M can generate tens of billions of dollars in revenue every year.
environmentally responsible
earth-friendly
do less harm to
wear out
discard
end up in landfill sites
decompose
sent to landfill
shoppers
eco-conscious
win them over
Nowadays a large amount of advertising aimed at children should be banned because of the negative effects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
advertising that targets children
advertising targeted at children
advertisements
commercials
marketing/advertising (something) to children
promoting something to children
prohibited
forbidden
not allowed
to crave something (Sorry, I said 'crave for' in the recording.)
obese
obesity-related health problems
diabetes
cravings
parent-child relationships
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Fewer people today visit museums than in the past. Why is this? What can be done to encourage more people to visit museums in the future?
There are fewer visitors to museums than there were in the past.
an endless stream/a wide choice of entertainment
the pre-Internet era
watching Netflix
attendance
exhibits
the National Gallery
Vincent van Gogh
resonate with
a piece of art
firsthand
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Some people think that economic development is the only way to end poverty while others believe that it is causing damage to the environment and so should be stopped. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
economic development/growth/advancement/advances
end/eliminate/eradicate poverty
come to a stop/cease
contribute to/increase global warming
to warm the planet
keep ecosystems in balance
environmentally responsible
carbon neutral
skill set
receive tax revenue
donations from wealthy people
temporarily
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Some people think that a sense of competition should be encouraged in children. Others believe that children who are taught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
instill a sense of competition in children
workplace tasks
teamwork /to work in teams
fulfill their role
work collaboratively
accomplish a common goal
team player
stay at the top of its game
competitiveness
achieve extraordinary success /accomplish great things /achieve greatness
is a signal of
pioneers
stay ahead of their competitors
push humanity forward
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In many countries, the level of crime is increasing. What do you think are the main causes of crime? How can we deal with those causes?
the rising/increasing cost of college
is to blame for
higher/tertiary education
entry-level jobs
packing boxes in an Amazon warehouse
physically demanding
low paid
opt to
illegal means
affordable/affordability
impose higher income taxes on
subsidies
tuition and fees
For example, European countries where public universities are free for all citizens, such as Norway and Finland, have much lower crime rates than the United States where higher education is out of reach for most low-income families.
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Today, it is common to see famous sportspeople advertising sports products. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
sports celebrities
sports personalities
famous sports stars/players
well-known athletes
promote
sports gear/equipment
compulsive buying behavior
product endorsements from sports personalities
sports fans/lovers/enthusiasts
get into debt
boost/increase sales
spokespeople
at the top of their game
raving fans
athletic ability
swimming enthusiasts
TYR suits
nationwide
worldwide
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Some people like to spend their leisure time with their colleagues while others prefer to keep their private life separate from their work life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
keep their personal lives private
modern communication technologies
stop living for the weekend
to bond with
to form bonds with
collaboration
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Some people think that dangerous sports should be banned, while others think people should be free to choose. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
risky sports
high-risk sports
adventure sports
extreme sports
personal growth
participants
elevate abilities
cause great grief to
deadly
fatal
cliff climber
avalanche
big-mountain skier
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In the future, there will be a higher proportion of older people than younger people in many countries. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
account for
live much longer lives
longer life expectancy
kidney disease
advanced conditions
kidney transplant
birth/fertility rates
put an enormous financial strain on the country
be a massive financial burden on the country
be under considerable financial pressure
strokes
tax revenue
seniors
elderly people
an aging population
rising life expectancies
falling birth fertility rates
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Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
economic advancement
economic advances
economic growth
to grow THE economy
highest priority
be of equal importance
an improved standard of living
a higher standard of living
prioritize
increase national happiness
liberty
liberal
suppress
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Some people think that plastic shopping bags should be banned because they contribute to land and sea pollution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
banned:
a ban on
not allowed
prohibited
sent to landfill sites
are landfilled
sent to landfill
break down into tiny particles
find their way to the sea
end up in the oceans
discard
be blown intothe sea
be thrown on the streets
gutters
be discharged with sewage into rivers
decompose
deadly waste
turtles
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Some people think that boys and girls should attend school together. Others feel that they should be educated separately. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
coeducate
coeducation
coeducational schools
mixed-sex schools/classrooms/classes
single-sex education
single-sex schools
single-sex schooling
all-girls or all-boys schools
have higher academic achievement
achieve better academic results
have better academic performance
adolescents
develop an infatuation for someone of the opposite sex
stare at
arise
interact with
foster/nurture/cultivate mutual respect
strengths
become respectful TO each other
gender inequality
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In the future it may be necessary for us to live on another planet. For this reason, some people believe that we should spend money now researching planets that could be a possible home, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
settle on
invest money in
explore other planets
habitat
another planet:
another world
an alien world
another body in the solar system
a second Earth
planetary exploration
become extinct
cease to exist
urbanization
face starvation
to establish a colony on another planet
to colonize an alien world
the colonization of another planet
detect life-supporting resources
oxygen
solid evidence
liquid water
livable
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Some people believe that countries should produce the food to feed their population and import as little as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
domestic produce
domestically grown produce
homegrown produce
food imports
imported produce
depend on global markets for food
depend on
be dependent on
rely on
be reliant on
at risk of starvation
suffer/face hunger
If flooding hit the rice production of Thailand and Vietnam, the two biggest rice exporters to China, its supply would decrease dramatically. This in turn would result in a significant increase in the price which the poorest would not be able to afford. This would lead to hunger since rice is the staple food in China.
the unemployment rate
the jobless rate
farmworkers
agricultural workers
robust
grow crops
raise animals for slaughter
switch to
large employment losses
earn an income
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Cambridge IELTS 14 Test 1 Writing Task 1
The charts display the average proportions of 3 categories of nutrients consumed in typical meals, all of which may be harmful to health if over-consumed.
Overall, while the intake of sodium and saturated fat is higher at dinner than at any other meal, added sugar is eaten most in snacks.
Sodium consumption is highest at dinner and second highest at lunch, making up 43 and 29 percent of total sodium consumption respectively. The proportions of this type of nutrient taken in at snack time and breakfast are the same, both at 14 percent. Dinner and lunch also account for the largest and the second largest proportions of total saturated fat intake respectively, at 37 and 26 percent. However, a greater proportion is eaten at snack time than at breakfast at 21 and 16 percent respectively.
Compared with the other two nutrients, added sugar has a relatively low consumption level at dinner, at 23 percent. It is snacks that are the greatest source of sugar intake, at 42 percent. However, like the other nutrients, it is also consumed least at breakfast, at only 16 percent.
Some cities create extra housing by building tall buildings. Other cities do this by building on wide areas of land. Which do you think is the best solution to the problem of housing?
high-rise residential buildings
high-rise residential constructions
residential skyscrapers
apartment skyscrapers
large/extensive areas of land
the housing crisis
low-priced
parcels of land
multi-hectare parcels
poor and working-class people
architects
reinforcing steel
low-income households
low-rise buildings
the affordable housing crisis
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Some people think that advances in technology are increasing the gap between rich and poor while others believe the opposite is happening. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
the gulf between rich and poor
to increase/worsen economic inequality
wealth and income disparities
bridge
people from low social classes
low-income people
those at the bottom
without paying /free of charge /without charge /free of cost
the pre-Internet era
escape to better employment
low-skilled jobs
minimum wages
the information age
to the advantage of
in favor of
those at the top
manual workers
logistics automation
to automate his warehouses
miners
manual labor jobs
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Some people think that if a country is already rich, further economic development will not result in its citizens being any happier. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
already wealthy nations
economic growth
economic improvement
to boost/grow the economy
a stronger economy
national happiness
heavier/bigger/larger/greater workloads
make breakthroughs
to widen the income gap
to aggravate income inequality
the top management
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Some people believe that having a conversation on a mobile phone in a public or crowded place should be banned. Others feel that we should be able to talk wherever we like. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
cell phone conservations in public or crowded places
public cell phone users
public cell phone use
public cell phone behavior
public cell phone talkers
Don’t use: illegal and outlawed
a ban on something
to irritate others
be irritating to others
commuters
doze
intrude on
be considerate of
civilized
Some people believe that students should be taught international news as a subject at school. Others feel that this would be a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
global news
world news
current affairs
a mandatory/compulsory school subject
benefit
be beneficial to
equip somebody with something
a highly-skilled workplace task
be enthusiastic about
exposure to something
be eager to do something
scientific breakthroughs
For example, students in the underdeveloped world may find themselves living in a very uninspiring country. However, by studying the news about the powerful rockets that the space travel company SpaceX has been launching, some of them may become very interested in rocket science and want to grow up to be a great engineer like the company's CEO Elon Musk.
be are passionate about
The key to solving environmental problems is for the present generation to sacrifice their convenient way of life for the sake of future generations.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
the current generation
the currently living generation
people alive today
people living today
people today
people nowadays
descendants
forest conservation
to conserve forests
doorsteps
cardboard boxes
pack their orders
parcels from the e-commerce giant Amazon
tropical deforestation
minimize climate change
reduce global warming
devastating natural disasters
wildfires
a strong correlation between X and Y
In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods. This is having a negative effect on both families and societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
move away from
turn to
to negatively impact
build a strong bond with
bond by
cuisine
ingredients
grab fast food
bonding time
obese nations
a growing population of obese people
calories, fat and sodium, a combination that greatly increases the risk of weight gain
with the rapid expansion of
new cases of obesity
diabetes
later in life
traditional dishes/cuisine/meals
multinational fast-food outlets
global fast-food chains
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Many people think that we have to focus on the extinction of certain animal species, while others think that we should pay attention to the problem of human beings. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
the depletion of
the loss of
become extinct
cease to exist
endangered animal species
issues affecting humans
problems human beings are confronted with
issues humans are faced with
take priority
give priority to
prioritize X above Y
quality of life
the affordable housing crisis
provide public housing
low income citizens
an imbalanced ecosystem
upset the balance of earth’s ecosystems
disrupt THE ecosystem balance
a predator species near the top of the food chain
prey on
reproduce
carry disease
a well-balanced ecosystem
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
be confronted/faced with
an overload of options
an excess of choices
be bombarded with
a vast selection of merchandise
an endless stream of merchandise
physical stores
e-commerce sites
space constraints
reading their descriptions and reviews
experience decision fatigue
paralyze
search engines
information overload
feel overwhelmed by
search results
algorithms
miss out on something
score high
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Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
- the waste from homes:
household waste
residential waste
- recycle:
participate in recycling
participation in recycling
engage in recycling
recycler
- legal requirement:
legally required
mandate
-
curbside recycling
-
make recycling facilities accessible to them
-
awareness campaigns
-
effective/effectiveness
-
be aware of
-
accomplish
-
campaign against
-
become alert to
-
the waste crisis
-
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Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters(such as food, clothes and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
1.decide on mundane matters
make up their own minds about mundane matters
make everyday decisions
- empower
comply with
give children the right to
- selfish individuals
selfish individualists
-
impact on
-
train their ability to make good decisions
hone their decision-making skills
better decision makers
-
weigh their options
-
indulge in
-
be laughed at by their peers
-
short-term pleasure
-
form/develop the habit of selfishness
selfish/self-centered
-
on a daily basis
-
become accustomed to
-
preferences
-
second-generation rich children
-
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- residential water use/consumption
domestic water consumption
-
residential activities
-
households
Biggest:
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account for the greatest proportion of water consumption
-
largest user of water/water user/consumer of water/water consumer
-
largest source of water consumption
-
greater than
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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close/bridge cultural and generational gaps
-
a tool for
-
different musical preferences(/tastes) /different life soundtracks
-
resonate with
-
baby boomers
-
portray
-
era
-
patriotism
-
millennials
-
old-fashioned
-
relate to
-
heartbreak hits
-
bond through music
-
Have different values /do not share the same values /value different things
-
interpret
-
the lyrics contain the line ‘…’
-
explicit and disgraceful
-
disrespectful of
-
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Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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a foreign language: another language /a second language
-
learn: acquire a second language /second language acquisition
-
speak /use /communicate in
-
foreign language study
-
have no occasion to
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mother tongue
-
grocery store
-
globalization
-
interact with
-
increase a person’s chances of success in life /succeed in life /become successful individuals
-
connect with
-
entrepreneur
-
go from being broke to being a multi-millionaire
-
network with
-
get inspiration from
-
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visitor count ('count' not 'counts')
-
arrivals
-
the volume of
-
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In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
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achieve anything /accomplish anything /make anything happen /realize any of their dreams /anything is achievable
-
if they try hard enough /as long as they work hard enough /through hard work /if they put in enough effort /as long as they are devoted enough /as long as they are dedicated enough
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be detrimental to their mental well-being /harm /adversely affect
-
fall into self-doubt
5.increase their chances of success in life /become successful individuals /succeed in their lives
-
self-assurance
-
Michael Phelps
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be talented at
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the Olympic podium
-
the greatest Olympian of all time
-
a total of 23 Olympic gold medals
-
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Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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advertising /advertisement /commercial /promotion /promote /advertiser
-
is very effective at influencing consumers’ buying decisions /draw people's attention
-
feed their users with tremendous amounts of advertising
-
influencers
-
become insensitive to /become immune to
-
promotional posts
-
scroll through their feed
-
yield sales
-
Advertising creates desire for the products it is selling. /Advertisers are very good at placing/planting a seed of desire in consumers’ minds.
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lingerie manufacturers
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arouse their desire
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plant the ideas in my head
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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?
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printed books /print books /physical books /paper books /print publications
-
e-books /digital books /electronic books /e-publications /digital publications /electronic publications
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without paying /for free /free of charge /without charge /free of cost
-
in demand
-
support their entire operation
-
a 1 dollar monthly subscription fee
-
to charge a fee for something
-
operational costs
-
go bankrupt
-
electronic version/edition
-
print version/edition
-
in a matter of seconds
-
a new title
-
readily available
-
Kindle book
-
Kindle reader
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In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
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home ownership /homeowner /buying/purchasing a house or an apartment
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renter
-
financial status/standing
-
evaluate
-
perceived
-
the lower middle class /the working class
-
life satisfaction
-
satisfied with their lives
-
mortgage loans
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to have full-time jobs /to work full-time
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the highest/greatest proportion of /the majority of
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to work part-time /to have part-time jobs
-
to do full-time postgraduate study
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did postgraduate study while working part-time /did postgraduate study and also worked part time /did postgraduate study and at the same time had part-time jobs
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salary brackets/ranges: were in the highest/lowest salary bracket
-
a minimum of x dollars /at least x dollars /no less than x dollars
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to earn/make between x and y dollars
-
The pie chart displays what one university's graduating Anthropology students went on to do after completing their degrees, while the table illustrates how much the anthropologists who found jobs earned after 5 years.
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Since most information about culture and history can be found on the Internet, museums are not needed anymore. Do you agree or disagree?
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cultural and historical information
-
art appreciation
-
artworks /works of art
-
details /distinctions /originality
-
For example, the National Gallery keeps Vincent van Gogh’s famous painting Sunflowers in a relatively dark exhibition room so that visitors can notice how bright the colors of the painting are.
-
brilliant
-
to play an important role in economic growth /to contribute to economic growth /to benefit the economy
-
see cultural and historical exhibits firsthand
-
inject vast sums of money into
-
For instance, Shanghai's China Art Palace, which mainly displays artworks from the Ming dynasty, brought in 20 million dollars in tourism revenue to the city in 2019 alone.
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Some people believe the purpose of prison is to punish criminals, while others would argue that rehabilitation is its primary goal. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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the aim/objective of jail
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rehabilitate
-
prisoners /inmates /incarcerated offenders
-
the threat of punishment may deter crime /the fear of punishment may deter potential offenders from committing crime /using prisons as a means of punishment may have a deterrent effect on potential offenders
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receive the death penalty /receive the death sentence /be sentenced to death /face execution /get executed
-
reentry to society /reenter society /reintegrate into society
-
after imprisonment /after incarceration /after their release /after serving prison sentences
-
contributing members
-
The Chen Zuckerberg Initiative launched a program in some American prisons that teaches inmates how to code, and some of them went on to work for technology companies after their release.
-
illegal means
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be satisfied with /to respond ‘dissatisfied’ /to rate their experience as ‘dissatisfied’
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to account for/make up/represent the greatest proportion of the visitors /the most common response
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The table displays how many people visited Ashdown Museum in the year prior to and the year following its refurbishment, while the pie charts illustrate how visitors responded to surveys of visitor satisfaction during the same two years.
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- 0-14 years:
a. (people in) the 0-14 age group/age bracket/age range
b. (people in) the youngest age group
c. the under-14s
- 15-59 years:
a. people aged 15-59
b. (people in) the 15-59 age group
c. (people in) the middle age group
d. 15- to 59-year-olds
- 60+years:
a. (people in) the over-60 age group
b. (people in) the oldest age group
c. the over-60s
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be forecast/expected/anticipated/projected/predicted to
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The charts display age distributions for Yemen and Italy in 2000 and predictions for 2050.
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In many countries, governments like to spend more money on the arts. Some people agree with this. However, others think they should spend more on health and education. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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allocate money to sth /budget money for sth /invest in sth /investments in sth
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to increase expenditure/spending on sth
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medical/health care and education systems
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student loans
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a good social welfare system
-
standard of living
-
contribute to economic growth
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artworks
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draw visitors
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in turn
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inject vast sums of money into the local retail, accommodation and catering sectors
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exhibit
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the Ming dynasty
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brought in 20 million dollars in tourism revenue to the local economy
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a strong economy
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electricity production /electricity generation /electricity output /the amount of electricity produced/generated /the quantity of
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electricity consumption /electricity use /the amount of electricity consumed/used
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power
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lead: China led in both power production and consumption.
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more than: China produced and consumed more electricity than any other country did.
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electricity producer: China was the largest producer and consumer of electricity.
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The bar graph displays the ten nations which produced and consumed the largest amounts of electricity in 2014.
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In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe that it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. Do you agree or disagree?
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there is demand for
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new homes /new housing /new housing estates /new apartment buildings /new apartment complexes
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the countryside /rural areas
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a higher priority
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prosperity
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the agricultural sector/industry
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the homelessness crisis
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grow crops
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raise animals for slaughter
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lose their farmland to real estate development
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agricultural activities
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food supplies
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slow climate change /minimize climate change /reduce global warming
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plant life
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absorbs large amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
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a main contributor to global warming
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annual carbon emissions
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offset
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is cleared to make room for
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the planet will be warming at a much faster pace
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the quantity of: the amount/volume of
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goods: cargo /freight /products
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transport: ship
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shipments by road /road freight shipments
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modes of transport: means/methods/ways of transport
[Road transport was the primary means of transport, with road freight shipments increasing from about x to y million tonnes over the 28-year period.]
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the least commonly used method of transport
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Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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History /courses in history /history courses
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subjects like Science and Technology /science and technology courses /courses in science and technology /subjects/disciplines related to science and technology
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a top priority in the school curriculum
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are of greater importance
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foster patriotism in the young /become more patriotic /turn students into patriots
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equip students with
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hard skills
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put effort into
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secure high-paying positions /high-paying jobs /well-paid jobs /develop a high-paying career
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bring innovation to
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in turn
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reward them with
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entry-level software engineers
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the most valuable exports: Petroleum products and engineered goods were the most and the second most valuable exports respectively in both 2015 and 2016.
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Earnings (generated) from the export of agricultural products increased.
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Earnings from agricultural product exports increased.
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Earnings from textile and agricultural product exports both increased.
->Earnings from exports of textiles and agricultural products both increased.
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The value of textile exports showed the greatest/biggest/largest percentage increase.
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Textile exports showed the greatest increase in value.
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The bar graph displays how much one nation's exports in 5 different categories were worth in 2015 and 2016, while the table illustrates how much the value of each category of exports changed in percentage terms in 2016 as compared to 2015.
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Some people say that modern innovations bring a lot more problems than benefits. Do you agree or disagree?
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bring benefits=produce benefits
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social media platforms /social media /social networking sites
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face-to-face human interaction
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meaningful online relationships
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connect with
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geographic limitations
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Take, for example, somebody.
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get inspiration from
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their fellow entrepreneurs
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dream big
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e-commerce sites /online shopping sites
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to shop in comfort /provide a tremendous amount of comfort for /buy things with no effort
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small, independently-owned stores
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close their doors
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to do their shopping at their fingertips
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sales of coffee /coffee sales
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Only 1.5 million euros’ worth of fair trade coffee was bought in the UK in 1999.
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People in the UK bought 1.5 million euros’ worth of fair trade coffee in 1999.
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the largest buyer of coffee: This number went up dramatically to 20 million euros in 2004, making this country the largest buyer of fair trade coffee in that year.
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…more…than any other.. : Banana sales were higher in Switzerland than in any other country in both years.
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The table displays how much Fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas were bought in 1999 and 2004 in 5 countries of Europe.
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The table displays the value of Fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas bought in 1999 and 2004 in 5 countries of Europe.
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In this age of technology, personal information is held on computers by companies and organizations. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
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people’s private information/data
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store /keep /storage: companies’ storage of personal information /collect /gather /collection /gathering
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on their computer systems
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lead to financial loss for some people /result in some people suffering from financial loss /lead some people to lose money
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credit card details
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e-commerce sites
7.scenario
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vast amounts of money
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cybersecurity
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improve customer satisfaction
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recommend/suggest
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algorithms
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profile
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browsing history
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satisfied customers
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Some people think that children should not watch television because it has negative effects, while others believe that television helps children. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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television exposure /are exposed to television /television viewing /screen time /indulge in TV /be addicted to television
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learn/develop morals/moral values/ethical values/ethics
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through storytelling and animated characters
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good acts
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get rewarded
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violent content
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mislead
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a sedentary lifestyle
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obesity-related health problems
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There is a 15 percent higher incidence of diabetes among children who spend more than 20 hours watching TV every week than among those who do not.
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When designing a building, the most important factor is the intended use of the building rather than its outward appearance. Do you agree or disagree?
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perform its intended function /fulfill its purpose /its fitness for purpose /functionality
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external appearance /aesthetically pleasing /visually impressive
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user satisfaction
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is the foundation of /is the key to
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have difficulty doing something
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readily available
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financial rewards /financial returns
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an aquatic center
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an Olympic-size pool
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go bankrupt
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Group activities can teach more important skills for life than those activities that are played alone. Do you agree or disagree?
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individual activities /solitary activities /solo activities
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pursue/take part in/participate in activities
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monitor
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motivate
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willpower
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resist temptations
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problem solvers /the ability to tackle problems /problem solving
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solo travelers
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resourceful
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crisis situations
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count on
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face a challenge
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overcome obstacles
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Some educationalists think that a program of international exchange visits will offer teenage school students various benefits. Do you think the advantages of it outweigh the disadvantages?
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international exchange programs /exchange programs abroad /living and studying abroad for a period of time /experiences abroad
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schoolboys /schoolgirls
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mental health /mental well-being
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language barriers
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foreign exchange students
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socialize
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However, I do not think this is a major disadvantage because…
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host schools
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collaborate with somebody on something
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problem solvers /the ability to solve problems /problem-solving skills /problem solving
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work through an unfamiliar or crisis situation
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host family
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I believe this is a great advantage because…
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In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via the Internet without any face-to-face contact with others. Is this a positive or negative development?
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to do their shopping and work online /to shop/work/communicate digitally /to work and live digitally /to live a digital lifestyle /digital communication tools /digitalization
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face-to-face interaction /interact with each other face-to-face/in person
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comfort
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deteriorate
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physically inactive
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obese
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health problems related to obesity
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diabetes, high blood pressure and heart diseases
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business success
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build rapport
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a sense of belonging
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go the extra mile
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memos
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a 30 percent lower project success rate
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Some people believe that charitable organizations should help people wherever they live. Others think they should help people in their own country only. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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charitable organizations /charitable institutions /charities
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offer help to people no matter where they live /aid people
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direct some of their funds and resources to issues abroad /give globally /give to foreign countries
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give domestically /give to its own people /problems at home
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more stable /a higher level of stability
-
homelessness
-
the local
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international issues
-
globalization
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spread to
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contain the outbreak of a novel contagious virus
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preferable
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prevent something from
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a global crisis
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Some people think that because some children find some subjects such as mathematics and philosophy difficult they should be optional instead of compulsory. Do you agree or disagree?
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subjects that children find difficult /subjects that children find it difficult to learn /subjects that they consider too difficult /disciplines
-
challenging
-
struggle in certain subjects
-
weaknesses /strengths
-
self-assured /confident /self-confidence
-
have difficulty in doing something
-
feel ashamed
-
less intelligent
-
self-doubt
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have a talent for /be talented at /have a gift for
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put in effort
-
dedicate themselves to something
-
in the subject areas
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devote time to something
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More and more people are finding it increasingly important to wear fashionable clothes. Is this attitude to wearing clothes a positive or negative development?
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to wear fashionable clothes /to be dressed in fashionable clothes /to be dressed in fashion /to dress fashionably
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fashionable /trendy /stylish
-
clothes /clothing /outfits /apparel
-
the garment industry
-
physical appearance
-
ultimate happiness
-
skill sets
-
climb the corporate ladder
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an unsatisfactory position
-
keep up with new trends
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in credit card debt
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the increasing popularity of fashionable clothing /stay in fashion /keep themselves fashionable /frequent purchasers of trendy apparel
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Some people think that social networking sites have a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. Do you agree or disagree?
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social networking sites /social media platforms /social media
-
great adverse consequences for
-
society as a whole
-
meaningful relationships
-
face-to-face human interaction
-
connect with
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share the same passions and values as they do
-
geographic limitations
-
inspiration
-
drive
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work hard to move towards their goals
-
street artists
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be looked down on
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laser target their prospects
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Some people think that government spending on the restoration of old buildings in cities should be stopped. Instead they should spend the money for housing and road development. Do you agree or disagree?
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old buildings /traditional buildings /historic buildings
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restoration /restore /renovate /renovation
-
cities /urban centers
-
city dwellers /city residents
-
mental well-being /mental health
-
apartment complexes
-
accommodate
-
concrete buildings
-
aesthetically pleasing
-
architectural styles
-
external appearance
-
relax from workplace pressure
-
cultural heritage
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the Forbidden City
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a royal palace in Beijing built during the Ming dynasty
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tourism revenue
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Some people think that competitive sports should be included as a subject in schools, while others believe that it has a negative effect on children. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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competitive sports /playing a sport competitively
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should be a compulsory subject /should be made a compulsory subject
-
mental health /mental well-being
-
ultimate goal
-
failure
-
from/at a young age
-
inevitable
-
allocate time to something
-
a strong work ethic
-
Fortune 500 CEOs
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be successful at work /succeed in the workplace /future career success /achieve workplace success /a thriving career
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Some people think that living in a country for a period of time is needed to learn the language and culture. Do you agree or disagree?
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a foreign language /another language /a new language /a second language
-
a foreign culture /another country’s culture
-
become proficient in
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interact with
-
connect with
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at their fingertips
-
language forums
-
live chat platforms
-
the online world
-
online content
-
content creators
-
explore a country
-
viral video
-
travel vlogger
-
slum
-
hospitality
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Some people think that young people should spend more of their free time at home with their family and less of their free time on entertainment outside their homes. Others disagree. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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entertainment /recreation /recreational activities /leisure activities
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spend time /allocate time to /budget time for
-
free time /spare time
-
contribute to economic growth /help an economy to grow
-
bring IN revenue TO
-
thrive
-
moderately
-
mental well-being /mental health
-
young people’s company
-
socially isolated
-
65- to 80-year-olds
-
offspring
-
a moral obligation
-
in later life
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Some people think that the development of technology helps to reduce crime, while other people think it encourages crime. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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technology /electronic devices /high-tech devices
-
crime /criminal behavior /criminal activity /criminal offenses
-
law enforcement /police officers /police forces
-
solve physical crime /the detection of physical crime
-
surveillance cameras
-
are caught on camera
-
prove someone guilty
-
cybercrime /computer crime /online crime
-
Internet fraud /online scams
-
profiles
-
trick them out of money
-
scam artists /scammers /fraudsters
-
online romance scams
-
make contact with
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More and more developing countries are expanding their tourist industries. Why is this? Is it a positive or negative development?
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the tourist industry /the tourism industry /the travel industry/sector
-
bring large sums of foreign money into their economies /a driving force for their economic growth
-
bring in more revenue to
-
create more jobs for
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is harmful to /does damage to
-
natural features
-
natural sites
-
make room for
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tourist facilities
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resorts and amusement parks
-
forest cover
-
remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
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reduce global warming
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In some countries, the number of people who visit art galleries is declining. What are the reasons for this? How can we solve this problem?
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find it difficult to appreciate art /have difficulty in appreciating works of art /art appreciation
-
Vincent van Gogh
-
his way of using colors
-
his life story
-
worthwhile
-
educate /education /educational
-
develop strong connections with
-
brief art career, sad personal life and the backgrounds of the people that he depicted
-
drive traffic to
-
art galleries /art museums /art institutions
-
art /artworks /works of art /a piece of art /exhibits
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Some people think that having people from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds living together in the same country makes the country develop faster. Do you agree of disagree?
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cultural diversity /a culturally diverse country /people of different races /people from various ethnic groups /multicultural countries
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develop faster /make faster progress
-
bring their values and perspectives shaped by their unique culture to the design of the product
-
adopt
-
America's multicultural workforce
-
tourism-related revenue
-
a diverse cultural landscape
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Some people believe that team sports are very important for children to succeed in their career. However, others disagree. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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team sports /play a team sport /play in a team sport /play on a sports team /participate in team sports /take part in team sports
-
hard skills
-
acquire expertise
-
factor IN
-
a strong work ethic
-
take responsibility for their actions /become a more responsible person /develop a strong sense of responsibility /accountable for something /accountability
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skip a single practice
-
workplace duties
-
thank somebody for something
-
inevitably
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Stores should sell local food products and not imported food products. Do you agree or disagree?
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imported food products /food imports /imported foods
-
a marketplace for
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make a large amount of money /increase their profit /create a great deal of revenue for
-
domestic food growers
-
retailers
-
seafood imports from
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brought IN 2 million dollars in revenue TO Chinese retailers
-
lose their market shares to
-
foreign suppliers
-
keep their pricing competitive
-
dairy brands
-
strive
-
infant formula
-
moderate-income parents
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In many countries, some students live with their families while studying, but other students prefer to attend universities in other cities. Do the benefits of living away from home outweigh the disadvantages?
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live away from home /venture far from home /venture to other cities to attend college /move far from home to attend university /live independently from their family
-
disadvantage /downside
-
benefit /upside
-
hone their problem solving skills /become better at problem solving
-
parental support
-
financial constraints
-
take ON some work (sorry I missed ‘on’ in the recording)
-
However, I do not think this is a great advantage, because…
feel overwhelmed by
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academic success /academic outcomes /academic results /perform poorly academically
-
counterparts
-
I believe this is a major disadvantage, because…
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Nowadays there is a trend that the media focuses on problems and emergencies rather than positive developments. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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problems and emergencies /negative stories /negative news /depressing events /unfortunate events
-
the media /media outlets /news organizations /news networks /news channels
-
focus on /report /cover /reports on /media coverage of
-
get alerted to /get vigilant for
-
potential threats/dangers
-
inform somebody of something
-
take action accordingly
-
be sexually assaulted
-
ride alone
-
for the sake of
-
public images
-
draw attention from
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pressure somebody to do something
-
inauthentic
-
the United States presidential election of 2016
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More and more people are buying ready-to-eat foods instead of cooking for themselves. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages?
Keywords
ready-to-eat foods
ready meals
ready-made meals
prepared meals
frozen ready meals
convenience foods
the popularity/prevalence of ready-to-eat foods
the ready meal industry
Topic Specific Words
time-saving
ingredients
opt for
food acquisition and preparation
job growth
plenty of jobs have been created
suppliers
delivery companies
retailers
the increased volumes of work
tens of thousands jobs have been added to the US economy
Nowadays the increasing amount of waste is a real concern. Why is this happening? What can be done to solve this?
Keywords
the growth of waste generation/output
the growing volume of waste generated
Topic Specific Words
be sent to landfill
a publicity campaign
a public awareness campaign
sustainable development
millennials
second-hand outfits
campaign about
the fashion industry
Housing is essential for people. Some argue that the government should offer free housing for people who cannot afford it. Do you agree or disagree?
Keywords
free housing
free-housing programs
rent-free housing/apartments/accommodation
to live rent-free
people who cannot afford it
people of low incomes
those with limited incomes
the very poor
homeless people
the homeless
people without shelter
people living on the streets
Topic Specific Words
a stable residence
participate in the workforce
Many employers are employing people with good social skills as well as formal academic qualifications. Do you agree or disagree that good social skills are as important as academic qualifications to succeed in a job?
Keywords
academic qualifications
university degrees
academic degrees
higher education qualifications
social skills
interpersonal skills
soft skills
socialize
employ
recruit
Topic Specific Words
innovation
innovative
cutting-edge knowledge
make a breakthrough
get something out into the world
release new features
coding abilities
interact
management jobs
subordinates
expertise
Due to advances in science, it is now possible for people to live to 100 years old or even longer. While some people think it is a good thing, others do not agree. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Keywords
live to 100 years old or even longer
longer life spans
longer life expectancy
longevity
people over 100
the very old
Topic Specific Words
more satisfied with their later years/lives.
an increased satisfaction in later life
near the end of their lives
regretful for
heavier financial burdens
more stressed about money
more financially stressed
budget money for
medical care services
pension schemes
allocate money to/for
Most high-level positions in companies are filled by men even though the workforce in many developed countries is more than 50 per cent females. Companies should be required to allocate a certain percentage of these positions to women. Do you agree or disagree?
Keywords
high-level positions
high-level jobs
executives
executive-level positions
management jobs
management roles
the workforce
the labour force
the labour pool
allocate
allocation
eliminate gender inequality
promote gender equality
play a more powerful and influential role
industrialized nations
the predominant gender
Topic Specific Words
be satisfied with their work
job satisfaction among women
climb the career ladder
worthy employees
career fulfillment
counterparts
thrive
flourish
dedicate themselves to
detail-oriented
different perspectives
a higher project success rate
dominate
Some people believe that if people are allowed to work after the age of 60, it would cause problems for younger people. Do you agree or disagree?
Keywords
after the age of 60
people over 60
the over-60s
elderly people
seniors
younger people
younger generations
millennials
25- to 45-year-olds
work
join the workforce/labour force/labour pool
Topic Specific Words
lose their jobs
the unemployment/jobless rate
job jobless among younger people
productive
entry-level positions
lose jobs to seniors
a stronger work ethic
a lower salary expectation
implement
heavier financial burdens
more financially stressed
more stressed about money
nanny
expenditure on childcare
delay retirement to 70
Cultures around the world are becoming more similar than ever before. Why is this happening? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Keywords
similar
similarities
cultures around the world
the world’s cultures
world cultures
Topic Specific Words
Hollywood movies
the American film industry
bring a scripted character to life
screenwriters
appealing storylines
depict
americanized
democracy
the advocating of gay rights
tourism
the travel industry
sightsee(ing)
demolished
historic structures
make room for
high-rise buildings
Many people buy new technology products, such as new phones and laptops, to keep up with the latest technology. Is this a good or bad thing?
Keywords
technology products
digital devices
electronic devices
gadgets
upgrade to new gadgets
Topic Specific Words
innovation
their product releases
innovative features
their target markets
iPhone and MacBook enthusiasts
tech enthusiasts
go bankrupt
Nowadays people make new friends through social networks and Internet chat groups. Some people think this is good. Others think that face-to-face interaction is essential. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Keywords
making new friends through social networks and Internet chat groups
social networking sites
social media platforms
digital connections
connect with people on the Internet
online relationships
digital relationships
relationships developed on social networking sites
face-to-face interaction
interact with each other face-to-face
face-to-face experiences
human contact
human interaction
Topic Specific Words
mental health
mental well-being
care for them for their own sake
in the long run
He could not have gone from being broke to being a multi-millionaire, if it had not been for facebook groups which allowed him to connect with entrepreneurs in the western world.
Famous people sometimes give their opinions on public topics. Is this a good thing?
Keywords
give their opinions on public topics
get involved in public discussions about important issues
express their personal views/beliefs ON
speak out ON
famous people
well-known people
public figures
big names
celebrities
Topic Specific Words
sway
a controversial issue
obsession with somebody
the anti-Trump movement
research ON
taxpayer money
Elon Musk's electric car company Tesla
accelerating the country's transition to sustainable energy
In recent years, there has been a rise in the popularity of second-hand clothing amongst younger generations. Why is this happening? Do you think it’s a positive or negative development?
Keywords
second-hand clothing
used clothes/outfits/apparel
popularity
popular
prevalent
prevalence
Topic Specific Words:
an increased environmental awareness
are sent to landfill
waste production
5 million dollars in revenue
There is an increasing trend around the world of married couples deciding not to have children. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for couples who decide to do this.
Keywords
couples who do not have children
childless people
people who are child-free
people without any children
Topic Specific Words
are less stressed financially
have lighter financial burdens
raise a child
bring up a child
eliminate
counterparts
when they are old
in later life
later lives
later years
50- to 80-year-olds
In many professional sports, there is an increase in the number of athletes using banned substances to improve their performance. What are the causes of the phenomenon and what are some of possible solutions?
Keywords
banned substances
prohibited
illegal
drugs
supplements
illegal performance-enhancing drugs
doping
athletes
sportspeople
sports personalities
Topic Specific Words
stay at the top of their game
anxiety
insomnia
depression
mental disorder
psychotherapy
mental health treatments
psychotherapists
incidence of doping
In some countries, even though the rates of serious crimes are decreasing, people feel less safe than ever before. What do you think are the causes of this problem and what measures could be taken to solve it?
serious crimes
very violent crimes
cruel crimes
criminal behavior
criminal acts
in spite of
despite
reports on
coverage of
report
cover
news organizations
news outlets
news channels
news networks
stiff
broadcast
air
audience ratings
casualties
a ban on
make something illegal
be outlawed
In spite of the advances made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry. Why is this the case? What can be done about this problem?
Keywords
go hungry
face/suffer from hunger
starvation
starve
food insecure
around the world
around the globe
worldwide
many people
a large number of people
plenty of
nearly half of the world population
billions of people
Multinational companies are becoming increasingly common in developing countries. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
Keywords
Multinational companies
international corporations
global firms
foreign brands
multinationals
common
prevalent
prevalence
Topic Specific Words
set up operations/branches
threaten the survival of local businesses
go out of business
go bankrupt
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Keywords
accept a bad situation
stay in an unsatisfactory situation
a disappointing situation
an undesirable situation
dissatisfied with their lives
an unsatisfactory life
Topic Specific Words
play safe
things may not turn out the way they thought they would
the status quo
goal-driven creatures
went from being broke to being a multi-millionaire
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Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest time of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibility. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Keywords
teenage years
adolescence
teenagers
adolescents
adult life
adulthood
adult years
Topic Specific Words
financial stress
financial constraints
financial challenges
provide for
chase their dreams
pursue their goals
work responsibilities
family commitments
move toward
self-worth
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Keywords
the loss of:
the extinction of
the depletion of
die out
become/go extinct
cease to exist
particular species of plants and animals:
special animal and plant life
special animal and plant species
environmental problems:
environmental issues/challenges
Topic Specific Words
climate change/global warming
economic/financial losses
rising global temperatures
sea levels
dangerous flooding
properties and infrastructure
coastal cities
a less diverse ecosystem
makes the ecosystem less diverse
makes the ecosystem less biologically rich
the food chain
the food web
predators
biodiversity
Some people think children should be punished if they commit a crime. Other people believe that their parents are the ones that should be punished. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people claim that there should be certain types of punishment for children who break the law, while others feel that it is parents who should receive the punishment. Although punishing children helps them to build good behavior, I believe that the punishment should be given to parents because they do not give enough guidance to their children (because they are absent from their children’s lives).
On the one hand, it can be argued that children can be more disciplined if their criminal behavior is punished. This is because children who are punished will remember their misbehavior, thus not making the same mistake next time. According to a study by the University of Chicago based on 800 American children who were sent to prison because they stole some products at local stores (because of stealing at local stores), 70% of them did not commit the same crime again. However, I disagree with this point of view, for such punishment may make children disobey even harder against those who have punished them (for using punishment to discipline children is very likely to cause them to develop some mental health problems).
On the other hand, children’s criminal acts are a result of their parents’ lack of guidance (a result of parental absence). Parents nowadays are faced with a growing burden of workloads and so unable to allocate enough time for monitoring their children. When their children are alone, they are very likely to copy other people’s bad behavior. For instance, research by Rice University reveals that children whose parents spent less than 22 hours per week with them had a 30% higher crime rate than their counterparts whose parents were always around (there was a 30 percent higher incidence of crime among children whose parents spent less than 22 hours per week with them than among those whose parents were always around). I agree with this view, because only when parents are punished can they try their best to budget some time for their children.
In conclusion, although punishing children leads them to behave better, I believe parents are to blame because they do not guide their children well (because they do not spend enough time with their children).
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Keywords
railway lines for very fast trains:
high-speed rail
high-speed rail projects
high-speed rail networks
bullet trains
spend money on:
devote money to
allocate money to
budget money for
invest in
investments in
construct:
construction
improve:
improvement
upgrade
upgradation
cities:
urban centers
public transport:
public buses and trains
Topic Specific Words
go sightseeing
the catering and accommodation sectors
greenhouse gas emissions
car exhaust fumes
the sustainable development of mankind
Overpopulation in many urban centers around the world is a major problem. What are the causes of this and how can this problem be solved?
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overpopulation: overpopulated /excessively large numbers of people /excessive populations
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urban centers: cities /metropolitan areas /metropolises
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employment opportunities
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server
-
multinational corporation
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rural migration
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relocate
-
tax deductions or subsidies
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operations
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Some say that music, art and drama are as important as other school subjects, especially at the primary level. Do you agree or disagree?
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music, art and drama: artistic subjects /arts subjects /arts-related subjects/disciplines
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the arts /creative subjects /visual and performing arts /creative arts /arts programs
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other school subjects: common core disciplines /academic subjects
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confident /confidence /self-assured /self-assurance
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versatile individuals
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academic studies
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the sciences and the humanities
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energetic
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concentrated
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