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Dear Kiran
We really deal with Academic rather than General, but the following Task 2 (General) essays have come up in the past year.
I hope they are useful to you,
Kind regards
Teacher Jill

1. Most employers do job interviews before offering a position to a person. Do you think this is the best way to do it, or are there better alternatives? What is the best method of choosing employees in your opinion?
2. 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.
3. Some people think that man-made Zoos should not exist in the 21st century. Do you agree or disagree?
4. 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?
5. Some people think that uniform at school is unnecessary and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and examples from your own experience.
6. 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?
7. 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.
8. Nowadays we see more advertisements on the streets and on our TV screens. What are advantages and disadvantages of it?
9. Many people believe that cooking is an essential life skill and should be taught to boys and girls in schools. Others disagree and believe it is a waste of school time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
10. In most developed countries the average life expectancy is constantly increasing. Discuss the positive and negative aspects of this trend.
11. 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?
12. 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 people’s behavior?
13. Modern lifestyle has made it harder for people to live a healthy and active lifestyle. What are the causes of this situation? Suggest what can be done by the government and large organisations to improve it.
14. Some people prefer to live alone. What are the advantages and disadvantages of it? Give your own opinion and examples.
15. Nowadays people are living longer and some believe that this can contribute to people’s development. What are the causes of this change? Is it a positive or negative phenomenon?
16. 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.
17. 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.
18. Nowadays air travel is cheaper than in the past. Is this a positive or a negative development? Discuss and give your own opinion.
19. Some people think that managers alone should make decisions in the company, while others think that employees should be involved in the decision-making process too. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
20. In many countries around the world young people decide to leave their parents’ home once they finish school. They start living on their own or sharing a home with friends. Do you agree or disagree with this approach? Give your opinion.
21. Some practical skills such as money management should be taught in high school. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and real life examples.
22. Schools don’t do enough to teach students about their health. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
23. Some people say that science study should be mandatory in schools, others argue that it is unnecessary. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
24. Nowadays many people work part or full time from home. Some people say that working from home has many benefits while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
25. Nowadays there is an increase in people with an unhealthy diet and not doing enough physical exercises. What do you think might be the reason? What can be done to encourage people to have a healthier lifestyle?
26. Young people say that traveling to different countries benefits them and the society. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.
27. Television is a good thing, because it gives people enjoyment and keeps them informed as well. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
28. Nowadays some families are moving to other countries because of their work. Is it a positive or a negative development? How does it impact their children’s life?
29. Some people think that higher salary is important when choosing a company to work for, while others think that good atmosphere at a workplace is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion with relevant examples.
30. Usually students have to study a range of different subjects. Some people believe that learning subjects without being interested in them won’t be beneficial. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
31. Nowadays people get married and have children after the age of 30. Is it a positive or negative development? Give your opinion and examples based on your experience.
32. Some people think that a car is the best way to travel in cities while others believe a bicycle is a better way. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
33. Sometimes tourists may damage touristic sites. Explain what some of the negative effects may be. Suggest some solutions to this problem.
34. Computers have made the world a better place to live. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
35. Nowadays as a part of the educational process students are working for a company for a short period of time without pay. Are there more advantages or disadvantages to this? Give your own opinion.
36. Nowadays many people follow fashion trends and think that it’s very important. Is it a good or a bad development? Include reasons and examples from your personal experience.
37. Some people believe that money is the most important factor for achieving happiness. However, others believe that happiness has nothing to do with money. Do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion and examples.
38. Some people believe that computers help to make the world a better place. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.
39. Nowadays in many countries people are following the latest fashion, hairstyles and so on. Why are they so influenced by fashion? Is it a positive or a negative development?
40. Some say that music is as important as other subjects in schools, especially at the preschool level. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.
41. Nowadays the amount of garbage we produce is increasing and it becomes a global problem. Why is this and how can it be solved? Should it be the responsibility of governments or individuals?
42. Some people say that schools should spend more money on computers, others say that more money should be spent on teachers’ wages. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
43. Many people spend a lot of money on clothes, haircuts, and beauty products to enhance their appearance. Some people think that it is a good way to spend money, while others think that there is a better way to spend it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
44. Some people think that students at school need to learn practical skills such as repairing a car or maintaining a bank account, in addition to traditional academic subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and support it with examples.
45. Some people believe that subjects such as Music, Arts, Drama and Creative Writing will contribute a great deal to children’s development; therefore they should take a large part of the school timetable. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
46. Some people think that modern technology has more negative effects on our lives than positive ones. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.
47. Some people think that mothers should spend most of their time raising family, and therefore the government should support them financially. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and examples based on your own experience.
48. Some people believe that media (such as newspapers) should be allowed to publish information about the private life of people. Others say that people have a right to privacy and the issue must be controlled or even stopped. Discuss both views.
49. Some people think that students who finished high school need to have a year of break or a holiday before continuing their study in a university. Do you agree or disagree?
50. Some people think that giving their children a certain amount of money every week will help them have fewer financial problems in the future. Do you agree or disagree?
51. Nowadays young people deliberately damage public places. Why is it happening? What could be a solution for it?
52. Shopping has developed from a necessary activity to a kind of entertainment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? Give reasons for your answer and examples from your own knowledge and experience.