Writing Task 2 Types of Questions

Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions

In spite of the advances made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry. Why is this the case? What can be done about this problem?

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions

Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions

In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people traveling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions

The average standard of people's health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions

In some countries, younger people are neglecting their right to vote.

What problems does this cause and what are some of the possible solutions?

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions

In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions

The world of work is changing rapidly and employees cannot depend on having the same job or the same working conditions for life.

Discuss the possible causes for this rapid change, and suggest ways of preparing people for the world of work in the future.

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions

Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions

Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

• Opinion Essay

• 2 Views and your Opinion

• Advantages and Disadvantages

• Problem Solution

• Two Direct Questions