TOPICS FOR WRITING – PART 2 (180-200 words)
TOPIC 1: Some people say that parents have the most important role in a child‘s
development. However, others argue that other things like television or friends have the
most significant influence. Give your own opinion.
TOPIC 2. Wild animals have no place in the 21st century, and the protection is a waste
of resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
TOPIC 3. Today‘s children are living under more pressure from the society than
children in the past. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
TOPIC 4. We can see more disasters and violence shown on TV .What are its causes and
what effects will they exert on the individual and the society?
TOPIC 5. Some people think children‘s spending time on TV, video and PC games is
good, while others think it is bad. Give your own opinion?
TOPIC 6. Using a computer every day can have more negative than positive effects on
children. Do you agree or disagree?
TOPIC 7. In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year
between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages or
disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.
TOPIC 8. Universities should accept equal numbers of men and women in every subject.
To what extent do you agree with this statement?
TOPIC 9. Foreign language instruction should begin in kindergarten. Give your own
opinion.
TOPIC 10. These days many fathers stay at home and take care of their children while
mothers go out to work. What could be the reason for this? Do you think it is a positive
or a negative development?
TOPIC 11. Some people believe that money brings happiness; others are of the opinion
that having too much money is a problem. Give your own opinion.
TOPIC 12. Sport is becoming a business. More and more companies are getting involved
in sporting events. Do you think that it is a positive or negative development?
TOPIC 13. Our grandparents think that the way they lived their lives was simpler and
better than the way we live our lives. Do you agree or disagree? Support your arguments
with examples.
TOPIC 14. Some people believe that cooking food at home is a complete waste of time.
According to them, restaurants are better and make modern living easier and a whole lot
less stressful. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
TOPIC 15. The quality of life in large cities is decreasing. What could be the reasons
behind this? What measures can be taken to resolve this problem.
TOPIC 16. More and more people now own cars. What are the problems associated with
an increase in the usage of private cars? How can these problems be solved?
TOPIC 17. Some people believe that men and women possess different skills.
According to them certain jobs are more suitable for men than women. There are also
some jobs where women perform better. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
TOPIC 18. The clothing and fashion industry have a big influence on people. Is this a
good or bad thing?
TOPIC 19. More people are traveling today than ever before. Why is this?
TOPIC 20. In many countries the level of crime is increasing and crimes are becoming
more violent. Why do you think this is and what can be done about it?
TOPIC 21. Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate
schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed
schools. Give your own opinion
TOPIC 22. Modern technology is changing our world. This has advantages such as
bringing people closer together through communication. It also has disadvantages such
as destroying the differences between cultures. To what extent do you agree or disagree
with this statement?
TOPIC 23. Television dominates the free-time for too many people. It can make people
lazy and prevent them from socialising with others. Do you agree or disagree?
TOPIC 24. In many countries it is now illegal to smoke in public places. It is only fair
that people who wish to smoke should have to leave the building. Do you agree or
disagree?
TOPIC 25. Beside a lot of advantages, some people believe that the Internet creates
many problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
TOPIC 26. Computers are being used more and more in education and so there will soon
be no role for the teacher in education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
TOPIC 27. People attend colleges or universities for many different reasons (for
example: new experiences, career preparation, increased knowledge etc.). Why do you
think people attend colleges or universities? You should give reasons for your answer
using your own ideas and experience.
