TOPICS

causes-solutions

1. The number of plants and animals is declining. Describe some reasons for this problem and suggest some
solutions.

2. Childhood obesity is becoming a serious problem in many countries. Explain the main causes and effects of
this problem, and suggest some possible solutions.

3. More and more people claim that modern work patterns are a source of stress. What do you think are the
causes of this? Can you suggest some possible solutions?

4. People naturally resist making changes in their lives. What kinds of problems can this cause? What solutions
can you suggest?

5. The widespread use of the Internet has brought many problems. What do you think are the main problems
associated with the use if the web? What solutions can you suggest?

6. In recent years, there has been a considerable rise in crimes committed by young people in cities. What has
caused this? What solutions can you suggest?

9. One of the most pressing problems facing the world today is overpopulation. What policies do you believe
governments should adopt to address the causes and effects of this problem?

10. In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals
and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of ageing populations.

12. Many historic buildings are being destroyed or replaced. What are the reasons for this? What should be done
to preserve these buildings?

13. Some people get into debt by buying things they do not need and cannot afford. What are the reasons for
this behaviour? What action can be taken to prevent people from having this problem?

TASK TYPE 1:

In cities and towns all over the world the high volume of traffic is a problem. What are the causes of this
and what actions can be taken to solve this problem?

Intro - restate the first sentence in the task and/or add some details (e.g. where, when, how, who...)
- state what the essay will be about (second sentence in the task)

Body - paragraph 1: say what the paragraph will be about; think of 2 reasons why this happens and provide a
more detailed explanation and/or examples

e.g. cars more affordable, not a luxury today; unreliable public transport; people travel more

paragraph 2: say what the paragraph will be about; think of 2 reasons why this happens and provide a
more detailed explanation and/or examples

e.g. improve the reliability of public transport; discouraging people from driving to work

Conclusion restate what you have written in the intro and the body (e.g. you can name at least one factor and
one solution that you have mentioned - NOT THE NEW ONES!)