It is not necessary to travel to other places to learn about the cultures of other people. We can learn just as much from books, TV, films, and the internet.
Do you agree or disagree with this proposition?
Essay 152 – People’s shopping habits depend on the age group
Many people believe that people’s shopping habits depend more on the age group they belong to than any other factors.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Essay 151 – It is too expensive to look after and repair old buildings
It is too expensive to look after and repair old buildings even though many of them are famous and historically important. This money should be spent on building modern buildings instead.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Essay 150 – Some sports are extremely dangerous for those who play them
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Some sports are extremely dangerous for those who play them. Why do people participate in such sports? What measures could they take to minimise the risks involved?
Essay 149 – Some people decide to move to another country when they retire
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Some people decide to move to another country when they retire. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this practice?
Essay 148 – Nowadays people are less fit and less healthy
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Nowadays people are less fit and less healthy than people were in the past, which could affect their long term health. Why do you think this is? What can be done to solve this problem?
Essay 147 – The most important things in life are free
Many people think that the most important things in life are free (i.e. they cannot be bought).
Do you agree or disagree?
Essay 146 – The construction of new houses and office buildings is not controlled
In many cities, the construction of new houses and office buildings is not controlled. This leads to people building in whatever style they want without thinking about design.
Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Essay 145 – Small difference between the earnings of the richest and poorest
Some people think that in order to produce a happy society, it is necessary to ensure that there is only a small difference between the earnings of the richest and poorest.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Essay 144 – Students to get involved in non-academic activities
Full-time university students spend most of their time in class or working on assignments. However, some people think that it is important for students to get involved in non-academic activities on campus as well (for example, to join a sports team or take part in drama).
To what extent do you agree or disagree?