IELTS test in different countries in 2015

Task 2
1.

Some people say that interview is a good way of selecting competent

candidates.
What are the other ways for selecting a good candidate
What do you think is the best way to select a good candidate.

2.

Some people believe that cell phones should be for personal use only;
others, however, feel cell phones should be used mostly for work. Discuss
both views and give your opinion.

3.

Celebrities complaining on media for publishing their private lives, some

people think that they should bear that apart of their fame(somewhat like
this)
do you agree or disagree?

4.

Many secondary schools aims to teach students a wide range of subjects,

while other use a narrower range with subjects for particular career. Which
system shall be appropriate with today's world?

5.

Children are facing with difficulties when learning subject such as

mathematics and philosophy. These subjects should be optional not
compulsory. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

6.

Combining a family happy life with a successful job is a challenge that have
many problems to be achieved. In this task mention these problems and how
can they be overcome?

7.

Some people argue that hard work and determination are the key to success
in life. However, others believe that other factors are more important.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.

8.

In some countries old people are highly valued and in other countries youth
is considered to be more valuable. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.

9.

Some people believe that watching TV is good and makes life more
enjoyable; others, however, think it is a waste of time. Do you agree or
disagree? Give your own opinion.

10.

In some countries shops manufacture and sell their own products and some
people believe that it is a positive development; others see this as a negative
development. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

11.

There are animal species that are close to extinction. Some say that only
animals that are beneficial to people should be protected. Do you agree or
disagree? Give your own opinion.

12.

Some people think that man-made Zoos should not exist in the 21st century.
Do you agree or disagree?

13.

Some people believe that zoos where animals are kept in man-made
environment should no longer exist in the 21st century. Do you agree or
disagree?

14.

Nowadays there is a trend of rapid increase in already excessive use of

natural resources such as oil, forest and fresh water. What dangers does it
bring? What are the possible solutions to address these issues?

15.

Some people say that governments should not spend money on international
aid, as long as there are disadvantaged people such as unemployed and
homeless within their own country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Give your own opinion.

16.

In most developed countries the average life expectancy is constantly

increasing. Discuss the positive and negative aspects of this trend.

17.

Many developed countries are giving financial aid to the poor countries.
However, this could not solve the problem of poverty in these nations and so
other types of help are needed. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

18.

Some people believe that countries should invite foreign companies to open
their brunches, offices and factories in order to develop their economies.
Others think countries should invest in their own companies instead. Discuss
both views and give your own opinion.

19.

In the past people used to wear their traditional clothes depending on their
culture. Nowadays the trend is changing and people wear different clothes.
Is it a positive or negative development? How does it affect certain societies
and peoples behavior?

20.

Some people feel unsafe either staying at home or going out. What are the
possible reasons for this? What can be done to address this issue?
Nowadays plastic money replacements such as credit and debit cards are
extremely popular, even more than banknotes and coins. Discuss the
advantages and disadvantages of this. Include your personal opinion and
examples based on your own experience.
In most developed countries shopping is not only about buying the goods
you need, it is also perceived as entertainment. Is it a positive or negative
development? Give your own opinion and examples based on your
experience.

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23.

Some people think that both travelers and business people must have the
same attitude to local people and the traditions of countries they visit. Do
you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion.

24.

Many people strive to maintain a successful career and happy family life at
the same time. What problems can this situation create? What are the
possible solutions?

25.

Some people believe that free housing should be provided by the

government for under-privileged and people who cant afford to buy a
house. To what extent do you agree and disagree with the statement? Give
examples based on your own experience.

26.

Some teachers think that international student exchange would be beneficial

for all teenage school students. Do you think its advantages will outweigh
the disadvantages?

27.

Some people believe that universities should focus on providing academic

skills, while others think that universities should prepare students for their
real future careers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

28.

Governments give a lot of support to artists, even though some people think
it is a waste of money that could have been used elsewhere. Discuss both
views and give your opinion.

29.

In some countries people prefer to live alone more often than in the past. Do
you think this is a positive or a negative development? Why?

30. The most important decision young people have to make is about choosing
their career. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own
opinion and examples.