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IELTS Writing Task 2
Essay Topics Selected from Outside China
From May 2011 to April 2012
Edited by Jeenn Lee Hsieh
海外大学教师谢振礼整理
Do you agree or disagree with the following statements (1-100)?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
100>Computer games for children are supported by some families because of their advantages while other parents are against them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
99>Nowadays people are forgetting national celebrations and enjoying themselves on other days that are important to them personally.
98>Is playing computer games by youngsters a good or bad thing?
97>Men and women in full-time jobs have to share evenly household chores and caring for children at home.
96>Some say that people should continue to work in the same jobs for a lifetime; others say that they should change the job at least once in their career.
95>In certain cultures old age is considered to be more important while in others it is the opposite, children are thought to be more important.
94>Some people think that spending a lot on wedding parties, birthday parties and other celebrations is just a waste of money. Others, however, think that these are necessary for individuals and the society.
93>Parents in jobs that require a lot of traveling have no time for their family. How does this affect the family and the parents?
92>Some think that computer games are dangerous for children in every way; while others think that computer games help children's development.
91>Many university students live with their families while others need to live away from home because their universities are in different cities. What are advantages and disadvantages in both situations?
90>Some people say that for a hobby to be enjoyable it should be difficult to a degree.
89>Nowadays children have too much freedom.
88>Most people prefer shopping in supermarkets to small shops or local markets. Is this a positive or negative development?
87>Nowadays in many countries the proportion of older people is higher than that of younger people. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
86>Some people believe that children should be brought up in cities. Others believe that countryside offers a better environment for children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
85>Many experts hold the opinion that the increasing demand for oil and gas means people should should look for new sources of energy for the future. Others feel that the damage to the land would be a major disadvantage of such search. What is your opinion?
84>Television has the biggest impact on our life because it is the most popular way of getting information.
83>These days people pay more attention to artists (writers, painters and so on) and give less importance to science and technology.
82>Why do criminal programs and films on TV have become so popular? What are the reasons for it and the effect on the society?
81>Many people say that companies and private tour operators should pay the bills for cleaning up pollution, instead of the government.
80>Some say young people should choose the career they want to follow on their own. Others on the contrary say that the choice should be made by teachers and parents. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
79>Some people say that younger children should follow their instincts and be allowed to behave as freely as they want, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
78>In many countries prices of airplane tickets have dropped. Is it a positive or negative development?
77>Our life has become more complex due modern technology. Some think that we should do without modern technology and live a simpler life.
76>Due to the new technologies and the internet, radio is going to disappear in a few years.
75>Some think that developing countries should invite large foreign companies to open offices and factories in order to help their economy. However, others feel that foreign companies should be shut out, and instead the government should help the local companies to contribute to the economic growth.
74>Employers now tend to prefer employees with good social skills in addition to good qualifications. Social skills are getting more and more important compared to qualifications.
73>Nowadays companies put more emphasis on social skills in the recruitment process.
72>Nowadays, young people are admiring media and sports stars even though they do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
71>Some people say that to become a good teacher, you should acquire enough training, while others say that teaching capabilities can be developed on experience. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
70>Why do you think that artists like writers, musicians and painters still have value in our society?
69>Some people believe that students work better if the teacher is strict; others think it is better for students if the teacher has a friendly approach. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
68>Economic growth helps to improve the standard of living. However, some researchers show that people in developing countries are happy with this trend, while people in developed countries are not happy about it.
67>Nowadays both scientists and tourists can go to remote natural environments such as the South Pole. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
66>Today food is traveling thousands of kilometers from where it is produced. Is this a positive or negative trend?
65>Public transport could be made free of charge. Are there more advantages or disadvantages to this change
64>Richness is an important factor in helping people.
63>Some people think that advertising is good for economy; others say it can cause people to desire something unnecessary or completely useless. What is your opinion?
62>Nowadays people spend too much money on clothes, hairstyles and beauty products. Some say it is a necessity while others think this is a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
61>Some people prefer planning for the future while others think we should focus on the present.
