Xuan Phi IELTS

WRITING TASK 2 QUESTIONS

I. OPINION
1. 09/01/2016
It is more important for schoolchildren to learn about local history than world
history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
2. 23/01/2016
Although more and more people read the news on the Internet, newspapers will
remain the most important source of news for the majority of people. Do you
agree or disagree?
3. 07/05/2016
Nowadays, most large companies operate multi-nationally. To what extent those
companies should have responsibility towards local communities in which they
operate?
4. 02/04/2016
It is impossible to help all people in the world, so governments should only
focus on people in their own countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
5. 16/04/2016:
In the future, it seems more difficult to live on the Earth. Some people think
more money should be spent on researching other planets to live on, such as
Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
6. 28/5/2016
Nowadays, young people admire media and sports stars though they often do not
set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
7. 25/06/2016
Some people think it is more important for the government to spend public
money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend
it on the treatment of people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
8. 27/8/2016
With the rapid advancement of communication technology: smart phones,
tablets and other mobile devices, some people believe that the disadvantages
outweigh the advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
9. 15/9/2016
Research has shown that overeating is as harmful as smoking. Therefore, the
advertising of certain food products should be banned in the same way as the
 Xuan Phi IELTS
advertising of cigarettes in some countries. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
10.24/9/2016
Fossil fuel is the main source of energy. In some countries, the use of alternative
sources of energy is encouraged. To what extent do you think is it a positive or
negative development?
11. 8/10/2016
Some people think that men and women have different qualities. Therefore,
some jobs are suitable for men and some jobs are suitable for women. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?
12.22/10/2016
Some people think that everyone has the right to have access to university
education, and that the government should make it free for all students no matter
what financial background they have. To what extent do you agree or disagree
with this opinion?
13.19/11/2016
Some people say that we do not need printed newspapers any more. To what
extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
14.26/11/2016
Advertisements are becoming more and more common in everyday life. Is it a
positive or negative development?
15.07/01/2017
Some universities offer online courses as an alternative to classes delivered on
campus. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
16.12/01/2017
It is neither possible nor useful for a country to provide university places for a
high proportion of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
17.21/01/2017
Nowadays young people spend too much of their free time in shopping malls.
Some people fear that this may have negative effects on young people and the
society they live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
18.11/02/2017
It is better for college students to live in schools than live at home with their
parents. Do you agree or disagree?
19.16/02/2017
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Many people think modern communication technology is having some negative
effects on social relationships. Do you agree or disagree?
20.18/02/2017
Do you agree or disagree with the statement that the government should invest
more money in science education rather than other subjects to develop the
country?
21.25/03/2017
The best way to solve the world's environmental problems is to increase the cost
of fuel. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
22.30/03/2017
The society would benefit from a ban on all forms of advertising because it
serves no useful purpose, and can even be damaging. Do you agree or disagree
with this view?
23.20/04/2017
Scientists say that in the future humanity will speak the same language. Do you
think this is a positive or negative social development?
24.22/04/2017
Some people think that people who choose a job early and keep doing it are
more likely to get a satisfying career life than those who frequently change jobs.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
25.13/05/2017
People should look after their health for personal benefits, rather than a duty for
a society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
26.17/06/2017
Space travel has been possible for some time and some people believe that space
tourism could be developed in the future. Do you think it is a positive or
negative development?
27.08/07/2017
Everyone should stay at school until 18. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
28.03/08/2017
Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways
than on public transport systems. To what extent do you agree?
29.12/08/2017
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Solving environmental problems should be the responsibility of one
international organisation rather than each national government. Do you agree or
disagree?
30.19/08/2017
Writing, reading and maths are the three recognized traditional subjects.
Computer skills should also be the fourth largest branch. Do you agree or
disagree?
31.26/08/2017
In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some
people think that the government should have the responsibility. To what extent
do you agree or disagree?
32.21/09/2017
The increase in people’s life expectancy means that they have to work until an
older age to pay for their retirement. One alternative is that people start to work
at a younger age. Is this alternative a positive or negative development?
33.30/09/2017
The best way to reduce youth crimes is to educate their parents with parental
skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
34.05/10/2017
More and more people in the city live in homes with small spaces or no outdoor
areas. Do you think it is a negative or positive development?

35.14/10/2017
There have been many inventions in human history, such as the wheel. Some
people think the most important thing is the internet. To what extent do you
agree or disagree with this opinion?
36.28/10/2017
Students learn far more with their teachers than with other sources such as the
internet or television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
37.25/11/2017
Some people think that media news has become much more influential in
people's lives today and it is a negative development. Agree or disagree?
38.02/12/2017
Schools are no longer necessary because children can get so much information
available through the internet, and they can study just as well at home. To what
extent do agree or disagree?
 Xuan Phi IELTS
39.09/12/2017
People think that children nowadays have too much freedom. To what extent do
you agree or disagree?
40.18/01/2018
Maintaining public libraries is a waste of money since there is computer
technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
41.01/02/2018
Scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the governments
rather than private companies. Do you agree or disagree?
42.03/02/2018
The only way to improve the safety of our roads is to give much stricter
punishments on driving offenses. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
43.10/03/2018
When designing a building, the most important factor is intended use of the
building rather than its outward appearance. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
44.15/03/2018
Some people believe that it is more important to teach children the literature of
their own country than other countries. Do you agree or disagree?
45.24/03/2018
Museums and art galleries should concentrate on works that show the history
and culture of their own country rather than works of the other parts of the
world. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
46.21/04/2018
Organized tours to remote areas and communities are increasingly popular. Is it
a positive or negative development for the local people and environment?

47.26/04/2018
It is more important to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in
order to prevent illness than to spend it on treatment of people who are already
ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
48.12/5/2018
Some people think that a huge amount of time and money is spent on the
protection of wild animals, and that this money could be better spent on the
human population. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
49.24/5/2018
 Xuan Phi IELTS
The media should include more stories which report good news. To what extent
do you agree or disagree?
50.02/6/2018
Nowadays, international tourism is the biggest industry in the world.
Unfortunately, international tourism creates tension rather than understanding
between people from different cultures. Do you agree or disagree?
51.07/6/2018
Traffic and housing problems could be solved by moving large companies,
factories and their employees to the countryside. Do you agree or disagree?
52.30/6/2018
Today large shopping centers and supermarkets are more common than small
local shops. Is this a negative or positive development?
53.19/7/2018
Education for young people is important in many countries. However, some
people think that the government should spend more money on education for the
adult population who cannot read and write. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
54.18/8/2018
In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people
via the internet and live without any face-to-face contact with others. Is it a
positive or negative development?
55.25/8/2018
For school children, their teachers have more influence on their intelligence and
social development than their parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
56.08/9/2018
Given the high unemployment rate, it is recommended that the government only
provide primary education and no secondary education. What do you think?
57.15/9/2018
The world's most urgent problem is caused by overpopulation. Do you agree or
disagree?

58.11/10/2018
Individuals can do nothing to improve the environment; only governments and
large companies can make a difference. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
59.27/10/2018
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Sport is becoming a business with high income for professionals and more
companies have become involved in financial and in other ways. Is it a positive
or negative development?
60.3/11/2018
There are more workers to work from home and more students to study from
home. This is because computer technology is more and more easily accessible
and cheaper. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
61.17/11/2018
Nowadays, there is a trend that reports in the media focus on problems and
emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful
to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
62.17/1/2019
Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is to increase the
minimum legal age for driving a car or motorbike. To what extent do you agree
or disagree?
63.12/1/2019
Environmental protection is the responsibility of politicians, not individuals as
individuals can do too little. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
64.5/1/2019
In the modern world, people no longer need to use food from animals or
products from animals such as medicine and clothing. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
65.14/2/2019
Some people claim that public museums and art galleries will not be needed
because people can see historical objects and works of art by using a computer.
Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
66.9/2/2019
In most successful organisations, some people believe that communication
between managers and workers is important, other people say that other factors
are more important. What is your opinion?
67.25/4/2019
In many countries today, people in cities either live alone or in small family
units, rather than in large family groups. Is this a positive or negative trend?
68.27/4/2019
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Some people think that planning for the future is a waste of time. They believe it
is more important to focus on the present. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
69.18/5/2019
Advertising is all around us; it is an unavoidable part of everyone's life. Some
people say that advertising is a positive part of our lives. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
70.7/6/2019
More and more people are becoming seriously overweight. Some people think a
solution can be to increase the price of fattening foods. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
71.18/6/2019
Government should invest in teaching science subjects rather than other subjects
for country development and progress . To what extent do you agree or not
agree?
72.26/6/2019
An increased number of people today change their career and living places in
their lives. Is it a positive or negative development?
73.29/6/2019
Some people think sending criminals to prison is not an effective way to deal
with them. Education and training are better. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
74.18/7/19
People say that reading for pleasure helps people to develop imagination and
better language skills than watching TV. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
75.20/7/19
Nowadays, there is a trend that reports in the media focus on problems and
emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful
to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
76.27/7/19
Students should be taught academic knowledge so that they can pass exams, and
skills such as cooking or dressing should not be taught. To what extent do you
agree/disagree?
77.24/8/19
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Environmental protection is the responsibility of politicians, not individuals as
individuals can do too little. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
78.24/8/19
When a new town is planned, it is more important to develop public parks and
sports facilities than shopping centers for people to spend their free time in. To
what extent do agree or disagree?

79.28/9/19

Fossil fuels coal, oil and natural gas are the main sources in many countries.
However, in some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy wind and
solar energy are encouraged. Do you think it is a positive or negative
development?

80.5/10/2019

Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of

money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead. To what
extent do you agree with this statement?

81.26/10/2019

Although more and more people read the news on the internet, newspapers will
remain the main source of news for the majority of people. Do you agree or
disagree with the statement?

82. 07/11/2019

In many countries imprisonment is the most common solution to crimes.

However, some people believe that better education will be a more effective
solution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

83.30/11/2019

Countries should try to produce all the food for the population and import as
little food as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

84.07/12/2019

Some people think that advertising aimed at children should be banned. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?
 Xuan Phi IELTS
85.12/12/2019

A few languages are increasingly spoken in different countries, while the usage
of others is rapidly declining. Is this a positive or a negative development?

86.11/01/2020

Some people think spoken communication is more powerful than written

communication. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

87.16/01/2020

Nowadays it is not only large companies that can make films. Digital technology
enables anyone to produce films. Do you think it is a positive or negative
development?

88.13/02/2020

Some people believe that reading stories from a book is better than watching TV
or playing computer games for children. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

89.07/03/2020

Some people think news has no connection to people’s lives. So then it is a

waste of time to read the newspaper and watch television news programs. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

90.14/03/2020

Advertisements are becoming more and more common in everyday life. Is it a

positive or negative development?

91.21/03/2020

Watching a live performance such as a play, concert, or sporting event is more

enjoyable than watching the same event on television. To what extent do you
agree or disagree with this statement?

92.25/04/2020
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Environmental protection is the responsibility of politicians, not individuals as
individuals can do too little. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

93.21/05/2020

The government should spend more money on medical research to protect

citizens’ health rather than on protecting the environment. Do you agree or
disagree?

94.23/05/2020

Nowadays , women as well as men work full time. Therefore, women and men
should share household tasks equally. e.g. cleaning and looking after children
.To what extent do you agree or disagree?

95.06/06/2020

It is not necessary to travel to other places to learn the culture of other people.
We can learn just as much from books, films and the internet . Do you agree or
disagree?

96.27/06/2020

Some people think the qualities a person needs to become successful in today’s
world cannot be learned at a university or similar academic institution.To what
extent do you agree or disagree ?

97.02/07/2020

Young people today spend too much money and time following fashion trends,
clothing, tech .To what extent do you agree or disagree?

98.04/07/2020

As part of education, students should spend a period of time living in another

country to learn its language and culture. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

99.09/07/2020
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Employers nowadays put more emphasis on social skills. Some people believe
that social skills are important in addition to good qualifications for job success.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?

100. 15/08/2020

Some people think the money spent on developing technology for space
exploration is not justified. However, there are more beneficial ways to spend
this money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

101. 29/08/2020

The most essential component of a person’s life is his or her time at the working
place, and life turns meaningless once no job satisfaction is obtained. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?

102. 05/09/2020

Some educationalists say that every child should be taught how to play a
musical instrument. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

103. 24/09/2020

Internet technology means people do not need to travel to foreign countries to

understand how others live. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this
statement?

104. 31/10/2020

People say that it is a waste of time for high school students to learn literature
such as novels and poems.To what extent do you agree or disagree?

105. 07/11/2020

Some people think that outdoor activities are more beneficial for children’s
development than playing computer games. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

106. 12/11/2020
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Some people argue that individuals’ freedom should be in accordance with laws
and rules, otherwise, society cannot function as it should. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?

107. 12/12/2020

To succeed in a business, one needs to know maths. To what extent do you agree
or disagree with this statement?

II. DISCUSSION AND OPINION

1. 20/02/2016
Some people believe the government should spend money on building train and
subway lines to reduce traffic congestion. Others think that building more and
wider roads is the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views
and give your opinion.
2. 12/03/2016
Some people think that it is good for a country's culture to import foreign
movies and TV programmes. Others think that it is better to produce these
locally. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
3. 21/05/2016
In developing countries, children in rural communities have less access to
education. Some people believe that the problem can be solved by providing
more schools and teachers, while others think that the problem can be solved by
providing computers and Internet access. Discuss both views and give your own
opinion.
4. 10/09/2016
Some people think that studying from the past teaches us nothing about today’s
life. Others argue that history is a valuable source of information. Discuss both
views and give your opinion.
5. 17/12/2016
Some people say that young people learn useful skills by playing electronic and
computer games. Others say that young people who play electronic and
computer games are wasting their time. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.
 Xuan Phi IELTS
6. 04/03/2017
Some people think that developing countries need financial help from
international organizations. Others think that it is practical aid and advice that is
needed. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.
7. 18/03/2017
Some people think that governments should ban dangerous sports, while others
think people should have freedom to do any sports or activity. Discuss both
views and give your own opinion.
8. 20/05/2017
Some people think a job not only provides income but also social life. Others
think it is better to develop social life with people you do not work with. Discuss
both views and give your opinion.
9. 03/06/2017
As the number of cars increases, more money has to be spent on road systems.
Some people think the government should pay for this. Others, however, think
that the user should cover the costs. Discuss and give your opinion.
10.08/06/2017
Some people say that it is possible for a country to be both economically
successful and have a clean environment. Others disagree. Discuss both view
and give your opinion.
11. 20/07/2017
Some people are born to be leaders, others believe that leadership can be learnt.
Discuss and give your opinion.
12.21/10/2017
Some people say that increasing business and cultural contacts between
countries is a positive development, while others think that many countries will
lose their national identities as a result. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.
13.02/11/2017
The aging population is good for business, the economy and society. Others
disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
14.14/12/2017
Some people think that children should start school at a very early age, but
others believe that they should not go to school until they are older. Discuss both
these views and give your opinion.
15.06/01/2018
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Some people think that it is more beneficial to take part in sports which are
played in teams, like football. While other people think that taking part in
individual sports is better, like tennis or swimming. Discuss both views and give
your own opinion.
16.03/03/2018
Some people think that newly built houses should follow the style of the old
houses in the local areas. Others think that people should have freedom to build
houses of their own style. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
17.07/04/2018
Some people think the government funding should not be used for supporting art
and culture, others think supporting cultural activities may be beneficial for the
population and the culture. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
18.19/5/2018
The range of technology available to people is increasing the gap between the
rich and the poor. Others think it has an opposite effect. Discuss both views and
give opinions.
19.07/7/2018
Many people say that universities should only offer places to young students
with highest marks, others say they should accept people with all ages, even if
they did not do well at school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

20.28/7/2018
Some people say that economic growth is the only way to end hunger and
poverty, while others say that economic growth is damaging the environment so
it should be stopped. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
21.11/8/2018
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison
sentences. Others, however, believe that there are better alternative ways of
reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
22.10/11/2018
Some people think governments should spend money on faster means of public
transport. However, others think money should be spent on other priorities.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
23.1/12/2018
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Some people believe that students in school should study in groups to learn
better. Other people think that school students should study alone. Discuss both
views and give your own opinion.
24.19/1/2019
Some people think that newspapers are the best way to learn news. However,
others believe that they can learn news better through other media. Discuss both
views and give your opinion?
25.09/3/2019
Some people believe that the only purpose of films is to entertain. Others say
films should have educational value. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
26.10/8/19
Some people think that zoos are all cruel and should be closed down. Others
however believe that zoos can be useful in protecting wild animals. Discuss both
opinions and give your own opinion.
27.17/8/19
Some people argue that we should do research into their family history. Others,
agree with the view that we should focus on the present and future generations.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
28.14/9/19
Some people think that cultural traditions may be destroyed when they are used
as money-making attractions aimed at tourists. Others believe it is the only way
to save these traditions. Discuss on both sides and give your opinion.

29.19/10/2019

Many people are now spending more and more time travelling to work or
school, some people believe that this has negative development while others
think there are some benefits. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

30.14/12/2019
Some people think that children should begin their formal education at a very
early age. Some think they should begin at least 7 years old. Discuss both views
give opinions
31.18/01/2020
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Some people think that mental strength is the most important factor for success
in sports. However, some others believe that it is more important to have strong
and fit people. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
32.05/03/2020
Some people argue job satisfaction is more important than job security. Others
believe a permanent job is more important. Discuss both these views and give
your own opinion.
33.25/05/2020
Some people say that art e.g. painting, music, poetry can be made by everyone
whereas others believe that it can be only made by those with special abilities.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
34.28/05/2020
Some people say that sports play an important role in society. Others, however,
think that it is nothing more than a leisure activity. Discuss both views and give
your own opinion.
35.18/07/2020
Some people focus on news in their country, while others think it is more
important to be aware of international news. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.
36.23/07/2020
Some people focus on news in their country, while others think it is more
important to be aware of international news. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.
37.08/08/2020
Some people say that the government should spend more money taking care of
elderly people while others think that government spending should be spent
more on the education of young people. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.
38.22/08/2020
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Many companies sponsor sports as a way for advertising themselves. Some
people think it is good for the world of sports, while others think there are
disadvantages to this. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
39.10/10/2020
Some people say that the experiences a child has before starting school have the
most influence on their future life. Others say that experiences as a teenager,
especially at school, are more influential. Discuss both views and give your own
opinion?
40.28/11/2020
Government should make laws about people’s nutrition and food choices. Others
argue that it is their choice. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
41.03/12/2020
Some people think that children should aim to do their best at what they are
doing. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion?
42.05/12/2020
Some people say that modern technology has made shopping today easier, while
others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
 Xuan Phi IELTS
III. PROBLEM AND SOLUTION CAUSE AND EFFECT
1. 14/01/2016
Many museums and historical sites are mainly visited by tourists but not local
people. Why is this the case and what can be done to attract more local people to
visit these places?
2. 21/04/2016
Nowadays, more and more older people who need employment compete with
the younger people for the same jobs. What problems does this cause? What are
the solutions?
3. 19/05/2016
It is observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study
science subjects. What are the causes? And what will be the effects on society?
4. 18/06/2016
Cycling is more environmentally friendly than other forms of transport. Why is
it not popular in many places? And how to increase its popularity?
5. 09/07/2016
Studies suggest that nowadays children watch much more television than they
did in the past and spend less time on active or creative things.What are the
reasons? And what measures should be taken to encourage children to spend
more time on active or creative things?
6. 14/07/2016
Every day, millions of tons of food are wasted all over the world.Why do you
think this is happening? And how can we solve this problem?
7. 30/07/2016
Many people say the gap between rich and poor people is wider, as rich people
become richer and poor people grow poorer. What problems could this situation
cause and what measures can be done to address those problems?
8. 13/08/2016
Not so many people use a bicycle although it has many benefits. Why? How to
encourage people to use bicycles as a main transport?
9. 29/10/2016
In many countries, more and more people choose to buy imported food rather
than food produced locally. Why do people buy imported food? What could be
done to encourage people to buy local food?
10.15/07/2017
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Many animal species are becoming extinct due to human activities on land and
in sea. What are the reasons and solutions?
11. 16/09/2017
Students leave high school without learning how to manage their money. What
are the reasons and solutions of this issue?

12.04/11/2017
It is difficult for people in the cities to get enough physical exercise. What are
the causes and solutions?
13.11/11/2017
People in many countries are spending less time with their family. What are the
reasons and effects of this?
14.13/01/2018
People living in large cities face several problems. What are these problems?
Should governments encourage them to move to smaller towns?
15.10/02/2018
The tradition that families get together to eat meals is disappearing. What are the
reasons? What are the impacts?
16.5/5/2018
These days, people in some countries are living in a "throw-away" society which
means people use things in a short time then throw them away. What are the
causes and problems?
17.1/11/2018
Cycling is a healthier and environmentally friendly form of transport.
Nevertheless, cycling is getting less popular . What are the reasons for this
trend? What can be done to make cycling more popular?
18.8/12/2018
Most people try to balance between work and other parts of their lives.
Unfortunately, not many achieve this balance. Problems and solutions.
19.23/3/2019
People are living in a ‘throwaway society’, using things for a short time and then
throwing them away. What are the causes of this? What problems does it lead
to?
20.2/3/2019
 Xuan Phi IELTS
The world of work is rapidly changing and employees cannot depend on having
the same work or the same work conditions for life. Discuss the possible causes
and suggest ways to prepare for people to work in the future.
21.6/4/2019
People have little understanding of the importance of the natural world. What
are the reasons and how can people learn more about the natural world?
22.11/5/2019
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills
such as cooperative skills. What are the causes and suggest possible solutions.
23.22/6/2019
Many museums and historical sites are mainly visited by tourists but not local
people. Why is this the case and what can be done to attract more local people to
visit these places?
24.1/8/19
The cost of living is higher in many countries. What are the effects of higher
prices on individuals and society? What is the best way for people to deal with
this problem?
25.7/9/19
The increase in the production of consumer goods results in damage to the
natural environment. What are the causes of this? What can be done to solve this
problem?
26.23/11/2019
Some people believe that young people know about international pop and movie
stars but know very little about famous people from the history of their own
country. Why is this? How can more interest be created in young people to gain
more knowledge about their own famous people from history?
27.01/02/2020
People are having more and more sugar-based drinks. What are the reasons?
What are the solutions to make people drink less?
28.13/06/2020
Cyclists and car drivers sharing the same road might cause some problems.
What are the problems? What could be done to solve those problems?
29.01/08/2020
Nowadays people waste a lot of food that was bought from shops and
restaurants. Why do you think people waste food? What can be done to reduce
the amount of food they throw away?
 Xuan Phi IELTS

IV. PROS AND CONS

1. 19/03/2016
People in the community can buy cheaper products nowadays. Do advantages
outweigh disadvantages?
2. 04/06/2016
It is suggested that everyone should have a car, a television and a fridge. Do
disadvantages of this development for society outweigh advantages?
3. 06/05/2017
Some people think that good health is very important to every person, so
medical services should not be run by profit-making companies. Do the
advantages of private health care outweigh the disadvantages?
4. 09/09/2017
Anybody can use a mobile phone to answer work and personal calls at any time
or 7 days a week. Does this development have positive or negative effects on
both individuals and society?
5. 16/12/2017
The use of social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, is replacing face-to-face
contact in everyday life. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this
trend?
6. 20/01/2018
Research shows that business meetings, discussions and training are happening
online nowadays. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
7. 21/7/2018
Many university students live with their families, while others live away from
home because their universities are in different places. What are the advantages
and disadvantages of both situations?
8. 2/8/2018
Some cities have few controls on the design and construction of housing and
office buildings. People think that they are free to choose the design they like.
Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
9. 29/09/2018
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Some teachers think that international student exchange would be beneficial for
all teenage school students. Do you think its advantages will outweigh the
disadvantages?
10.15/12/2018
Some people do not go directly to college but travel or work for a short time. Do
you think it has more advantages or disadvantages?
11. 14/3/2019
In some countries, small town-centre shops are going out of business because
people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars
have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the
use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its
advantages?
12.13/4/2019
People can eat a wide variety of food that can be grown in other areas. As a
result, people eat more food produced in other regions than local food. Do you
think the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
13.23/5/2019
In many cities, there is little control on the design and construction of new
houses. Some people think that people can choose to build houses in their own
styles instead of building them the same as the old house style in local areas. Do
the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
14.6/7/2019
Many foods are shipped from far away. Some people think that eating local food
is more environmentally and economically beneficial. Do you think the
advantages outweigh its disadvantages?
15.24/7/19
International travel is becoming cheaper than before, so more and more
countries are opening their doors to tourists. Do the advantages of increased
tourism outweigh the disadvantages?
16.16/11/19
International travel is becoming cheaper, and countries are opening their doors
to more and more tourists. Do the advantages of increased tourism outweigh its
disadvantages?
17.08/02/2020
The use of social media is replacing face-to-face interaction among many people
in society. Do you think the advantages outweigh the advantages?
 Xuan Phi IELTS
18.09/05/2020
In today’s world, private companies rather than the government pay for and
conduct most scientific research. Do you think the advantages outweigh
disadvantages?
19.18/06/2020
Nowadays, more and more women decide to have children later in their life?
why? Does the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
20.12/09/2020
Online communication is becoming more popular than face-to-face
communication in many companies. Do the advantages of this outweigh its
disadvantages?
21.17/09/2020
In many countries, plastic containers have become more popular than ever. They
are used in many businesses such as the food and drink industry. Do you think
the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages?
22.15/10/2020
It is suggested that primary children should learn how to grow vegetables and
keep animals. Do the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages?

V. 2-PART QUESTION
1. 27/02/2016
More and more young people from wealthy countries are spending a short time
in poorer countries doing unpaid work such as teaching or building houses.
Why? Who benefits more from this, the community or these young people?
2. 05/03/2016
In recent years, the family structure has changed, as well as family roles. What
types of changes are occurring? Do you think these changes are positive and
negative?
3. 16/7/2016
In many countries, the government spent a large amount of money improving
internet access. Why is it happening? Do you think it is the most appropriate use
of government money?
 Xuan Phi IELTS
4. 04/08/2016
In many countries, people now wear Western clothes, suits, and jeans rather than
traditional clothing. Why? Is this a positive or negative development?
5. 20/8/2016
In some cities people are choosing cars instead of bicycles, while in other cities
riding bikes are replacing cars. Why is this the case? Which development do you
think is better?
6. 10/12/2016
More people than ever before are travelling to other countries now. Why? Is this
a positive development or negative development?
7. 15/12/2016
Scientists believe that by studying the behaviour of 3-year-old children, we can
predict if that child can become a criminal in the future. To what extent is crime
a product of human nature? Is it possible to stop children from growing to be
criminals?
8. 14/01/2017
In schools and universities, girls tend to choose arts, while boys like science.
What are the reasons for this trend and do you think this tendency should be
changed?
9. 08/04/2017
Consumers are faced with increasing numbers of advertisements from
competing companies. To what extent do you think consumers are influenced by
advertisements? What measures can be taken to protect them?
10.25/05/2017
Parents often give children everything they ask for and do what they like. Is it
good for children? What are the consequences when they grow up?
11. 24/06/2017
Scientists predict in the near future cars will be driven by computers, not people.
Why? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
12.29/07/2017
In some parts of the world it is increasingly popular to research the history of
one's own family. Why do people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative
development?
13.20/10/2018
In recent years, the family structure has changed, as well as family roles. What
are the changes occurring? Do you think these changes are positive or negative?
 Xuan Phi IELTS
14.23/2/2019
More and more people want to buy clothes, cars and other items with famous
brands. What are the reasons? Do you think it is a positive or negative
development?

15.4/5/2019

Today many children spend a lot of time playing computer games and little time
on sports. Why is it? Is it a positive or negative development?
16.1/6/2019
Many developing countries are currently expanding their tourist industries. Why
is this the case? Is it a positive development?

17.02/11/2019

People often think about creating an ideal society, but most of the time fail in
making this happen. What is your opinion about an ideal society? How can we
create an ideal society?

18.23/11/2019

Some people believe that young people know about international pop and movie
stars but know very little about famous people from the history of their own
country. Why is this? How can more interest be created in young people to gain
more knowledge about their own famous people from history?

19.04/01/2020

Today, TV channels provide more men's sport shows than women’s sport shows,
why? Should TV channels give equal time for women’s sport and men’s sport?

20.30/04/2020

Many people are travelling to other countries. Why? Is it a positive or negative

development?

21.16/05/2020

Today parents spend little free time with their children. Why is it the case? Who
is more affected: parents or children?

22.30/05/2020
 Xuan Phi IELTS
Some education systems make students focus on certain subjects at the age of
15, while others require students to study a wide range of subjects until they
leave school. What are the benefits of each system? Which do you think is a
better educational system?

23.18/06/2020

Nowadays, more and more women decide to have children later in their life?
why? Does the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?

24.11/07/2020

In many countries, people are spending more hours at their workplace. Why is
that? Is that a negative and positive development?

25.19/12/2020

In some countries, only a few young people go to classical music concerts or

plays and performances in theater. Why? Should young people be encouraged to
attend more classical music plays and performances?