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The document presents a series of writing tasks that prompt discussion on various social issues, including unpaid work for teenagers, animal experimentation, traffic problems, aging populations, obesity, communication shifts, vacation time for employees, advertising influence, and online education. Each task asks for a discussion of differing viewpoints and personal opinions on the topics. The tasks encourage critical thinking and exploration of the advantages and disadvantages of each issue.

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Writing Task 2

The document presents a series of writing tasks that prompt discussion on various social issues, including unpaid work for teenagers, animal experimentation, traffic problems, aging populations, obesity, communication shifts, vacation time for employees, advertising influence, and online education. Each task asks for a discussion of differing viewpoints and personal opinions on the topics. The tasks encourage critical thinking and exploration of the advantages and disadvantages of each issue.

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WRITING TASK 2

1. Some people think that all teenagers should be required to


do unpaid work in their free time to help the local
community. They believe this would be benefit both the
individual teenager and society as a whole.
Discuss this view and give your own opinion.

2. Nowadays animal experiments are widely used to develop


new medicines to test the safety of other products. Some
people argue that these experiments should be banned
because it is morally wrong to cause animal to suffer, while
others are in favor of them because of their benefits to
humanity.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

3. In order to solve traffic problems, governments should tax


private car owners heavily and use the money to improve
public transportation.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a solution?

4. 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.

5. Today more people are overweight than ever before. What


in your opinion are the primary causes of this? What are the
main effects of this epidemic?

6. Why do more university students choose not to study


science? What are the effects?
7. Cycling is more environmentally friendly than other forms of
transport. Why is it not popular in many places? And how to
increase its popularity?

8. Some people believe that technology has made our lives


more complex, while others believe it has made our lives
easier.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living in a
technologically advanced society.

9. Some people believe that environmental problems should be


dealt with by governments, while others argue that individuals
can make a difference.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the idea that
governments should take responsibility for addressing
environmental issues?

10. Some argue that schools should focus on teaching academic


subjects, while others believe that life skills such as financial
literacy and communication should also be taught.
Do you agree or disagree that life skills should be taught
alongside academic subjects?

11. Environmental pollution is a growing problem around the


world. Many people believe that governments should take
responsibility for controlling pollution, while others argue that
individuals should take more responsibility.
What are the main causes of environmental pollution, and
what measures can be taken to address this issue?

12. Obesity is becoming a major problem in many countries,


leading to serious health issues.
What are the primary causes of obesity, and what measures
can be taken to tackle this problem?
13. With the rise of digital technology, many people now
prefer to communicate through social media rather than face-
to-face.
What are the causes of this shift in communication, and what
are the effects on relationships and society?

14. Some people believe that employees should be given more


vacation time to help reduce stress and improve productivity.
Others argue that providing more time off can negatively affect
a company's profitability.
Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

15. Advertising plays a significant role in influencing consumer


behavior. Some believe that advertising encourages people to
buy unnecessary products, while others think it promotes
healthy competition and improves the economy.
Discuss both sides and provide your opinion.

16. Some people prefer to spend time with one or two close
friends. Others choose to spend time with a large number of
friends. Compare the advantages of each choice. Which of
these two ways of spending time do you prefer? Use specific
reasons to support your answer.

+
Avoid waste time , sinere
Cloest, learn -
+
Western
Delighted, build relationships, develop…well rouded in wide
range of fields

17. As cities grow rapidly, there are both positive and negative
effects on the environment and society.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in a large
city?
Dis
Traffic congestion

- air pollution

Ad
Modern facilities: universite, parks, supermarkets, transprts…,
infrastructure,…health care center

- income : higher, improve - lots of work in the city,

18. Online education is becoming more popular in many parts


of the world.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of online
education?

ad dis
Have access to wide range of No sure like beforebecause
fields.., pademic Covis 19 many people find ways to
cheat in their exam
- cheaper, comparede to - control students
traditional classroom - students wifi qulity id not
good enough / facilities affect
to study results.

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