Podcasts by IELTS Writing Podcast

193. IELTS 6 Mixed Charts | Global Water Use by Sector from 2022-05-22T16:15:26

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192. IELTS 15 General Training | What Problems Can Lack of Sleep Cause? What Can Be Done About It? from 2022-05-13T14:05:40

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? Listen

191. IELTS 7 Bar Graph | Average House Prices in Five Cities Between 1990 and 2002 Compared With 1989 from 2022-05-03T13:28:34

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190. IELTS 15 General Training | Why Are Crime Shows So Popular? from 2022-04-21T15:58:59

In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and...

189. IELTS 6 Bar Charts | USA Marriage and Divorce Rates from 2022-04-14T15:55:54

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188. IELTS 8 | Weight, Health and Fitness from 2022-04-09T10:44:45

In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do...

187. IELTS 6 Process Diagram | Life Cycle of the Silkworm from 2022-04-02T13:35:12

The diagrams below show the life cycle of the silkworm and the stages in the production of silk cloth.

Sample essay:...

186. IELTS 6 | Follow Local Customs and Behavior vs Welcome Cultural Differences from 2022-03-24T14:28:06

Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behavior. Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cult...

185. IELTS 6 | Doing the Same Things vs Change from 2022-03-18T14:47:11

Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing. Listen

184. IELTS 16 General Training | Best Time to Live from 2022-03-10T12:50:59

Some people say that now is the best time in history to be living.

What is your opinion about this?

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183. IELTS 7 | Fixed Punishments Vs Judging Each Crime Individually from 2022-02-19T15:32:25

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 m...

182. IELTS 7 Table | National Consumer Expenditure by Category from 2022-02-08T15:56:59

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181. IELTS 7 | Talent Vs Education from 2022-02-03T14:44:50

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 tha...

180. IELTS 9 Line Graph | U.S. Energy Consumption by Fuel from 2022-01-25T16:03:33

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179. IELTS 7 | How Realistic Is the Expectation of Job Satisfaction for All Workers? from 2022-01-18T13:32:51

As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual wellbeing.

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178. IELTS 8 Process Diagram | Cement and Concrete Production from 2022-01-11T15:35:51

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177. IELTS 8 | Why Is the Average Weight of People Increasing? from 2022-01-04T13:30:19

In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do...

176. IELTS 8 Pie Charts | Annual Spending by a UK School from 2021-12-28T11:58:58

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175. IELTS 8 | Is Increasing the Price of Petrol the Best Way to Solve Growing Traffic and Pollution Problems? from 2021-12-23T15:01:26

Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree...

174. Writing Task 1 Mixed Charts |Causes of worldwide land degradation from 2021-12-14T14:42:04

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173. Should Universities Provide the Knowledge Needed in the Workplace or Give Access to Knowledge for Its Own Sake? from 2021-12-07T16:19:09

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 unive...

172. IELTS 16 General Training | Why Do Some People Spend Most of Their Lives Living Close to Where They Were Born? from 2021-11-29T13:56:45

Some people spend most of their lives living close to where they were born. 

What might be the reasons for this?

171. IELTS 16 General Training | What Damage Does Plastic Do to the Environment? from 2021-11-22T11:47

Plastic bags, plastic bottles and plastic packaging are bad for the environment. 

What damage does plastic do to the...

170. IELTS 16 General Training | Trying New Things vs Staying the Same from 2021-11-15T10:19:39

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 ...

169. In What Ways Has Technology Affected the Types of Relationships People Make? from 2021-11-08T14:53:58

Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affect...

168. Bar Graph | UK Telephone Calls by Category from 2021-11-01T13:40:44

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167. Is the Loss of a Language Important? from 2021-10-26T13:09:37

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 ...

166. Life Cycle of Salmon from 2021-10-20T15:21:46

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165. Is It a Positive Development That Countries Are Becoming More and More Similar? from 2021-10-16T13:21:31

Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you...

164. How to Answer a Map Question When There Is No North Indicator from 2021-10-10T11:01:02

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163. Is Building More Sports Facilities the Best Way to Increase Public Health? from 2021-10-04T14:33:46

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 effe...

162. Cambridge IELTS 12 Process Question | Geothermal Power Plant from 2021-09-29T15:05:25

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161. Building New High-Speed Rail vs Improving Existing Public Transport from 2021-09-23T16:08:17

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. Ot...

160. Social and Practical Problems of Living in a Foreign Country from 2021-09-16T15:23:53

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 di...

159. Cambridge IELTS 14 Process Question | Hydroelectric Power Station from 2021-09-10T09:32:27

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158. Cambridge IELTS 15 Process Question | Producing Instant Noodles from 2021-09-01T13:01:14

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157. Cambridge IELTS 16 | Why Do People Research the History of Their Home? from 2021-08-25T14:26:46

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 t...

156. Cambridge IELTS 16 | Should Sugary Products Be Made More Expensive? from 2021-08-18T09:58:27

Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugar products should be made more expensive to encoura...

155. Cambridge IELTS 16 Process Question | How Plastic Bottles Are Recycled from 2021-08-09T12:39:26

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154. Cambridge IELTS 16 | Do the Advantages of Driverless Vehicles Outweigh the Disadvantages? from 2021-08-03T09:31:32

In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Listen

153. Cambridge IELTS 16 | Why Do Businesses Emphasize Their Products Are New in Some Way? from 2021-07-27T14:14:24

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 develo...

152. Cambridge IELTS 16 Map Question | Southwest Airport from 2021-07-22T15:54:10

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151. Cambridge IELTS 16 Process Question | How Sugar Is Produced From Sugar Cane from 2021-07-18T13:40:40

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150. Cambridge IELTS 16 Line Graphs | Electrical Appliance Ownership from 2021-07-14T13:02:19

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149. Do the High Sales of Popular Consumer Goods Reflect the Power of Advertising or the Real Needs of Society? from 2021-07-11T14:48:15

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 y...

148. Should Universities Focus On Employment Skills or Academic Study? from 2021-07-05T15:23:21

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 t...

147. Why Do Some People Work Harder Than Others? from 2021-06-30T10:52:24

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?

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146. Advertising’s Positive Economic Effects VS Negative Social Effects from 2021-06-24T13:39:06

Some people say that advertising has positive economic effects. Others think that it has negative social effects because it makes people feel dissatisfied with wh...

145. Does Influence From Outside the Home Plays a Bigger Part in a Child’s Development Than the Family? from 2021-06-18T13:05:48

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 stateme...

144. Who Should Teach Children How To Be Good Members of Society? from 2021-06-13T14:25:17

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 b...

143. Is Making Drivers Take a Test Every Year the Best Way To Improve Road Safety? from 2021-06-09T13:20:29

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 st...

142. Should Unpaid Community Service Be Compulsory in High Schools? from 2021-06-04T11:47:24

Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school prorəʊListen

141. Should Important Information Be Shared Freely? from 2021-05-31T14:11:19

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 inf...

140. Is It Good for Children To Begin Learning a Foreign Language at Primary School? from 2021-05-26T14:34:27

Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Listen

139. Governments Should Spend Money on Railways Rather Than Roads. Agree or Disagree? from 2021-05-19T14:30:50

Governments should spend money on railways rather than roads. Do you agree or disagree?

subways

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138. Map | an Island Before and After Development from 2021-05-15T14:08:10

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137. Why Do People Still Go Hungry Despite Advances in Agriculture? from 2021-05-11T13:42:55

In spite of the advances made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry. Why is this the case? Listen

136. Map | Layout of a University Sports Center from 2021-05-08T13:33:18

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135. Loss of Particular Plant and Animal Species vs Other Environmental Problems from 2021-05-05T10:29:54

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 problem...

134. Task 1 | Rail Transport in Four Countries from 2021-05-02T11:39:03

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133. Subjects You Like vs Subjects That Will Be Useful In the Future from 2021-04-27T13:03:36

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 use...

132. Map | Road Access to a City Hospital from 2021-04-25T13:21:16

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131. Charging For Admission to Museums from 2021-04-21T15:20:42

Many museums charge for admission while others are free. Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to m...

130. Sales of Coffee and Bananas in Five European Countries from 2021-04-17T16:01:33

See the charts and sample essay here: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/sales-of-fairtrade-labelled-coffee-and-bananas/

129. Should Children Be Punished For Their Bad Behavior? from 2021-04-14T09:34:02

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.<...

128. Destinations of UK Graduates and Postgraduates from 2021-04-11T15:48:51

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127. Getting News Online from 2021-04-06T12:17:11

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 developme...

126. Frequency of Eating at Fast Food Restaurants from 2021-04-04T14:24:05

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125. Does Watching TV Make Children Less Creative? from 2021-03-30T14:50:46

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 ...

124. Sample Essay | Water Use for Different Purposes in Six Areas of the World from 2021-03-28T14:12:36

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123. Are Successful Sports Professionals Overpaid? from 2021-03-24T13:35:55

Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while other...

122. Electricity Production by Fuel Source from 2021-03-21T13:42:34

See the sample essay and charts here: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/electricity-production/

121. Teamwork vs Leadership from 2021-03-17T12:47:04

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 a...

120. Sample Essay | Changes in Modes of Travel from 2021-03-14T15:25:52

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119. Is Translation Software Making Learning a Foreign Language Unnecessary? from 2021-03-10T14:35:34

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....

118. Sample Essay | Online Sales for Retail Sectors in New Zealand from 2021-03-07T09:53:27

Click here to see the charts and sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/online-shopping-sales-for-retail-sectors-in-new-zealand/

117. Do the Advantages of Having a Large Number of Young Adults Outweigh the Disadvantages? from 2021-03-02T10:18:18

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...

116. Sample Essay | Planned Development of a Town Center from 2021-02-28T14:57:36

Click here to see the maps and sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/the-maps-below-show-the-centre-of-a-small-town/

115. Cambridge IELTS 14 Test 4 | Self-Employment vs Working for Others from 2021-02-24T09:59:58

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 d...

114. Sample Essay: Percentages of British Students Able to Speak Languages Other Than English from 2021-02-21T12:24:31

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113. Reading About a Country Online vs Visiting It in Person from 2021-02-17T15:39:42

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 I...

112. Sample Essay: Percentage of Male and Female Teachers in Different Educational Settings from 2021-02-15T07:46:47

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111. Cheap Products vs Products That Last from 2021-02-10T11:25:56

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 bot...

110. Should Advertising Aimed at Children Be Banned? from 2021-02-02T13:34:56

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?

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109. Writing Task 1 Sample Essay: Household Waste from 2021-01-31T12:36:07

Click here to see the graph and sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/percentage-of-household-waste-recycled/

108. Why Do Fewer People Visit Museums Than in the Past? How to Solve It? from 2021-01-26T10:22:56

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 a...

107. Map Sample Essay: Public Park from 2021-01-24T13:50:24

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106. Economic Development vs Environment from 2021-01-19T12:25:47

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 the...

105. Should Children Be Taught to Compete or Cooperate? from 2021-01-12T13:35:39

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....

104. Sample Essay: Per-Capita Carbon Emissions in Four Countries from 2021-01-09T10:56:56

Click here to see the graph and sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/average-carbon-dioxide-emissions-per-person/

103. Why Is Crime Rising? from 2021-01-05T15:05:59

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 risin...

102. Sample Essay: Underground Railways in Six Cities from 2021-01-03T13:14:01

Click here to see the chart and sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/underground-railway-systems-in-six-cities/

101. Do the Advantages of Sports Celebrities Advertising Sports Products Outweigh the Disadvantages? from 2020-12-29T13:37:22

Today, it is common to see famous sportspeople advertising sports products. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

sports ce...

100. Pie Charts | Australian Household Energy Use from 2020-12-26T14:29:47

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100. Pie Charts | Australian Household Energy Use from 2020-12-26T14:29:47

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99. Spending Leisure Time With Colleagues vs Keeping Private Life Private from 2020-12-22T09:08

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...

98. Sample Essay: Households in Owned and Rented Accommodation from 2020-12-19T12:43:47

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97. Should Dangerous Sports Be Banned? from 2020-12-15T14:20:43

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.

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96. Sample Essay: Age Distributions for Yemen and Italy from 2020-12-12T15:16:15

Click here to see the charts and sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/ages-of-populations-of-yemen-and-italy/

95. The Aging Population Problem from 2020-12-08T14:15:02

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?

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94. Sample Essay: Participation in Regular Physical Activity from 2020-12-05T09:21:14

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93. Economic Progress vs Other Types of Progress from 2020-12-01T14:02

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 ...

92. Sample Essay: Top Ten Countries for Electricity Production and Consumption from 2020-11-28T10:01:17

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91. Should Plastic Bags Be Banned? from 2020-11-24T08:53:52

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?

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90. Sample Essay: Four Different Modes of Transport from 2020-11-21T10:06:33

Click here to see the graph and sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/quantities-of-goods-transported-in-uk-between-1974-and-2002/

89. Should Children be educated separately? from 2020-11-17T11:16:48

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.

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88. Sample Essay | Total Number of Visitors to Ashdown Museum and Results of Surveys of Visitor Satisfaction from 2020-11-14T15:30:17

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87. Should We Spend Money Now Researching Other Planets? from 2020-11-10T15:08:05

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 ho...

86. Sample Essay: Export Values in Various Categories from 2020-11-06T12:04:55

Click here to see the charts and sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/export-earnings-writing-task-1/

85. Should Countries Depend on Homegrown Produce to Feed Their Population? from 2020-11-03T14:52:44

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?

84. The Intake of Three Types of Nutrients in Typical Meals from 2020-10-30T14:21:57

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83. the Best Way to Solve the Housing Problem from 2020-10-28T11:33:57

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?...

82. Sample Essay: Visitors to a Caribbean Island from 2020-10-25T09:06:45

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81. Is Technology Increasing the Gap Between Rich and Poor? from 2020-10-20T15:52:39

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 o...

80. Coffee and Tea Buying and Drinking Habits in Five Cities in Australia from 2020-10-17T05:53:28

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79. Does Further Economic Development Make Already Rich Countries Happier? from 2020-10-13T15:06:06

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?

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78. Should Public Cell Phone Conversations Be Banned? from 2020-10-06T15:21:49

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 bo...

77. Should International News Be Made a School Subject? from 2020-09-29T12:21:24

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 ...

76. Should We Sacrifice Our Convenient Way of Life for the Sake of Future Generations? from 2020-09-22T16:12:42

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 dis...

75. Is It Good That Traditional Foods Are Being Replaced by International Fast Foods? from 2020-09-15T12:00:59

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 di...

74. Humans vs Endangered Animals from 2020-09-08T15:43:02

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...

73. Do We Have Too Many Choices? from 2020-09-01T09:41:24

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...

72. A Step-by-Step Guide to Answering 'Destinations and Salaries of One University’s Graduates' from 2020-08-24T14:38:54

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71. Are Laws Needed to Make People Recycle More of Their Waste? from 2020-08-18T15:38:23

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 exte...

70. Cambridge IELTS 12 | Should Children Be Allowed to Make Their Own Choices on Everyday Matters? from 2020-08-10T08:35:41

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 o...

70. Cambridge IELTS 12 | Should Children Be Allowed to Make Their Own Choices on Everyday Matters? from 2020-08-10T08:35:41

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 o...

69. Writing Task 1 | Water Consumption from 2020-08-06T15:00:41

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68. Cambridge IELTS 14 | Can Music Bring People of Different Cultures and Ages Together? from 2020-08-02T11:36:02

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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67. Is to Travel to or Work in a Foreign Country the Only Reason for Learning a Foreign Language? from 2020-07-26T15:06:11

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 ...

67. Is to Travel to or Work in a Foreign Country the Only Reason for Learning a Foreign Language? from 2020-07-26T15:06:11

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 ...

66. Cambridge IELTS 15 | Three Ways to Paraphrase 'the Number of Visitors' from 2020-07-20T12:35:50

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65. Cambridge IELTS 15 | The Advantages and Disadvantages of Telling Children They Can Achieve Anything If They Try Hard Enough from 2020-07-13T10:25:17

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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64. Cambridge IELTS 15 | Is Advertising Still Effective? from 2020-07-06T09:35:56

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 attent...

63. Cambridge IELTS 15 | In the Future Nobody Will Buy Printed Books Because They Will Be Able to Read Everything They Want Online Without Paying? from 2020-06-26T15:21:01

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 o...

62. Cambridge IELTS 15 | Why Is Owning a Home Important？ from 2020-06-22T14:50:19

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 situati...

61. Cambridge IELTS 15 Writing Task 1 | Destinations and Salaries of Anthropology Graduates From One University from 2020-06-17T15:17:53

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60. Are Museums Still Needed? from 2020-06-14T15:39:34

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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59. Should Prison Be Used to Punish or Rehabilitate Criminals? from 2020-06-08T15:22:52

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 ...

58. IELTS Writing Task 1: Results of Surveys of Visitor Satisfaction from 2020-06-05T15:51:09

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57. IELTS Writing Task 1: Age Distributions of Yemen and Italy from 2020-06-02T15:15:59

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56. Should the Government Spend More Money on the Arts or on Health and Education? from 2020-05-28T16:02:17

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...

55. IELTS Writing Task 1: Electricity Production and Consumption from 2020-05-24T13:48:06

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54. Is It Important to Protect the Countryside From Housing Development? from 2020-05-22T09:19:08

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 t...

53. IELTS Writing Task 1: Different Modes of Transport from 2020-05-17T09:48:03

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52. Is History More Important Than Subjects Like Science and Technology? from 2020-05-14T14:35:55

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 importa...

51. One Country's Exports in Different Categories from 2020-05-09T15:20:27

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50. Do Modern Innovations Bring More Problems Than Benefits? from 2020-05-05T14:51:44

Some people say that modern innovations bring a lot more problems than benefits. Do you agree or disagree?

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49. IELTS Writing Task 1 | Sales of Coffee and Bananas from 2020-04-30T08:14:02

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48. Do the Advantages of Companies' Storage of Personal Information Outweigh the Disadvantages? from 2020-04-28T15:09:43

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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47. Is Watching TV Bad for Children? from 2020-04-21T14:06:10

Some people think that children should not watch television because it has negative effects, while others believe that television helps children. Discuss both these v...

46. Is the Intended Use of a Building More Important Than Its Outward Appearance? from 2020-04-12T14:38:41

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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45. Can Group Activities Teach More Important Life Skills Than Solo Activities? from 2020-04-04T15:54:47

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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44. Do the Advantages of International Exchange Programs Outweigh the Disadvantages? from 2020-03-26T15:07:20

Some educationalists think that a program of international exchange visits will offer teenage school students various benefits. Do you think the advantages of it outw...

43. Is It Good to Work, Shop and Communicate Online Without Face-To-Face Contact? from 2020-03-18T15:03:55

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.Listen

42. Should Charities Only Help People in Their Own Country? from 2020-03-09T14:34:44

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 ...

41. Should Difficult Subjects Be Made Optional? from 2020-02-29T15:11:02

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 agr...

40. Is Wearing Fashionable Clothes a Good Thing? from 2020-02-21T14:12:28

More and more people are finding it increasingly important to wear fashionable clothes. Is this attitude to wearing clothes a positive or negative development?...

39. Are Social Media Bad for People and Society? from 2020-02-13T14:07:24

Some people think that social networking sites have a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. Do you agree or disagree?

38. Should Spending on the Restoration of Old Buildings Be Stopped? from 2020-02-05T14:07:39

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 d...

37. Should Competitive Sports Be Made a Compulsory School Subject? from 2020-01-30T15:15:38

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 the...

36. Learning a Foreign Language and Culture from 2020-01-23T14:10:38

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?

35. Spending Time at Home With Family VS Entertainment Outside Home from 2020-01-14T15:17:44

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. O...

34. Does Technology Help to Reduce Crime? from 2020-01-07T14:14:36

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 o...

33. Why Are Developing Countries Expanding Their Tourism Industry? from 2019-12-29T14:38:40

More and more developing countries are expanding their tourist industries. Why is this? Is it a positive or negative development?

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32. Why the Number of People Who Visit Art Galleries Is Declining? from 2019-12-23T15:12:50

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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31. Does Having People from Different Nationalities Living Together Make a Country Develop Faster? from 2019-12-20T14:43:19

Some people think that having people from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds living together in the same country makes the country develop faster. Do yo...

30. Are Team Sports Important for Children to Succeed in Their Career? from 2019-12-14T13:49:27

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 ...

29. Should Stores Sell Imported Foods? from 2019-12-12T12:27:02

Stores should sell local food products and not imported food products. Do you agree or disagree?

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28. Do the Benefits of Living Away from Home Outweigh the Disadvantages? from 2019-12-06T06:43:51

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 ...

27. Is Negative News Harmful? from 2019-11-29T14:34:20

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 ...

26. Is Buying Prepared Foods a Good or Bad Thing? from 2019-11-25T13:18:49

More and more people are buying ready-to-eat foods instead of cooking for themselves. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages?

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25. Why Is There so Much Waste Generated? from 2019-11-23T13:43:49

Nowadays the increasing amount of waste is a real concern. Why is this happening? What can be done to solve this?

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24. Should the Government Offer Free Housing for People Who Cannot Afford It? from 2019-11-20T14:07:06

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?

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23. Are Social Skills as Important as Academic Qualifications? from 2019-11-16T13:11:04

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 importa...

22. Is Longer Life Expectancy a Good Thing? from 2019-11-15T13:51:18

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. Di...

21. Should Women Be Given More High-Level Positions? from 2019-11-08T14:06:17

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 r...

20. Should People Over 60 Be Allowed to Work? from 2019-11-06T13:32:33

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?

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19. Why Are World Cultures Becoming More and More Similar? from 2019-11-02T15:32:46

Cultures around the world are becoming more similar than ever before.  Why is this happening? Do you think it is a positiv...

18. Is Buying New Tech Products a Good Thing? from 2019-10-26T13:32:23

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?

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17. Making Friends on Social Media VS Face-to-Face Interaction from 2019-10-21T14:41:48

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 essen...

16. Should Famous People Give Their Opinions on Public Topics? from 2019-10-17T14:23:22

Famous people sometimes give their opinions on public topics. Is this a good thing?

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15. Why There Has Been a Rise in the Popularity of Second-Hand Clothing Among Younger People? from 2019-10-15T14:18:55

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 n...

14. The Advantages and Disadvantages for Couples Deciding Not to Have Children from 2019-10-12T12:55:21

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 ...

13. Why Athletes Use Banned Drugs? from 2019-10-10T14:19:28

In many professional sports, there is an increase in the number of athletes using banned substances to improve their performance. What are the...

12. Why People Feel Less Safe Than Ever Before Even Though the Rates of Serious Crimes Are Decreasing? from 2019-10-06T14:32:40

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 an...

11. Why People Still Go Hungry Despite the Advances Made in Agriculture? from 2019-10-03T13:38:05

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?

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10. The Advantages and Disadvantages of Multinational Companies from 2019-10-01T14:20:35

Multinational companies are becoming increasingly common in developing countries. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?

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9. Accept a Bad Situation VS Try and Improve It from 2019-09-30T15:39:14

Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Oth...

8. Teenage Years VS Adult Life from 2019-09-28T14:43:19

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 respons...

7. Should Important Information Be Shared Freely? from 2019-09-26T14:36:27

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6. The Loss of Particular Species VS Other Environmental Problems from 2019-09-24T14:59:16

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 envi...

5. My Real Exam Question: Punishing Parents VS Punishing Children from 2019-09-22T16:02:53

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...

4. Constructing Fast Trains VS Improving Public Transport from 2019-09-20T15:30:22

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...

3. The Best Way to Improve Public Health from 2019-09-18T14:03:58

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2. Causes and Solutions of Overpopulation from 2019-09-16T02:39:56

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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1. Should Primary School Students Learn Arts? from 2019-09-10T11:45:43

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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