band 7 essay Extreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
band 7 essay People should choose their course of study not on the basis of their own interests, but based on the kinds of jobs they can get. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
band 7 essay Some people think that hosting an international sports event is good for the country, while some people think it is bad. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
band 7 essay Some people think that we should invent a new language for international communication. Will the benefits of this outweigh the problems associated with it?
band 7 essay Over time, as children grow older, the relationship they have with their parents changes. In your opinion, what role should parents have in their adult children’s lives?
band 7 essay In some countries university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other countries students attend university in another city. Do you think the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages?
band 7 essay Some people think that living in a country is essential to learn that country’s language and culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
band 7 essay 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?
band 7 essay Group or team activities can teach more important skills for life than those activities which are done alone. Do you agree or disagree?
band 7 essay Many children now spend a lot of time reading children’s story books. What are the advantages and disadvantages of reading books for children?