雅思作文 保护动物

1 The time and money spent on the protection of wild animals should be spent on improving

human lives instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2 We are facing many problems that affect the whole planet. Some people think that good

relationships between different countries are more important than ever before. Do you agree or

disagree?

3 Some people think that high school students should be encouraged to evaluate their teachers.

Others, however, believe that will result in loss of respect and discipline in the classroom. Discuss

both these views and give your own opinion.

4 Once children start school, teachers have more influence than parents on their intellectual and

social development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5 Some people believe that students should study a wide range of subjects. Others, however, argue

that students should focus on the subjects they are best at or they find most interesting. Discuss

both these views and give your own opinion.

6 Students from rural areas often find it difficult to access university education. Some people think

that universities should make it easier for them to access higher education. To what extent do you

agree or disagree?

7 Distance education delivered via the Internet or television has more advantages than

classroom- based education. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

8 There are many problems associated with mobile phones. Do you think the disadvantages of

mobile phones outweigh the advantages?

9 The Internet will replace books as the main source of information. To what extent do you agree

or disagree?

10 As global trade increases, many goods, including some daily goods, are exported to other

countries. Such goods are usually transported over long distances. Do the benefits of this trend

outweigh the drawbacks?

11 Some people believe that the government can improve public health by increasing the number

of sports facilities and promoting healthy diets, while others think that other measures should be

taken. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

12 Many people think that private companies, rather than the government, should pay for cleaning

up the environment. Do you agree or disagree?

13 Many people today are too busy with their work and do not have enough time to spend with

their family and friends. What are the main causes of this? What effects does it have on

individuals and society as a whole?

14 The government should not provide financial support for elderly people because it is the

responsibility of each person to prepare for retirement. Do you agree or disagree?

15 If a product is good and can meet people’s needs, people will buy it. Advertising in the media

is no more than a form of entertainment. Do you agree or disagree?

16 Some people think that we live in a consumer society where money and possessions are given

too much importance. Others, however, believe that consumer culture plays an important role in

improving our lives. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

17 Some people think that cultural traditions will be destroyed if they are used as money-making

attractions aimed at tourists. Others, however, believe that is the only way to save these traditions.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

18 Some people think that museums and art galleries should be enjoyable places to entertain

people. Others, however, believe that the purpose of museums and art galleries is to educate.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

19 Developi

ng countries need international organisations’ help. Some people think that financial

aid should be provided, while others think that practical aid and advice would be better. Discuss

both these views and give your own opinion.

20 The number of crimes committed by young people has been increasing in recent years. What

are the causes of this trend? Suggest some solutions.

Part 1:

(

Q's about your personal background

)

What’s your favorite subject/course? Do you think people who major in your field can fin

d a job

easily when they graduate? What subjects did you study at primary school?

What’s

your

hometown

famous

for?

Is

it

good

for

young

people?

Can

you

tell

me

about

some

recent changes in your hometown? Can you tell me something about the public transport system in

your hometown? What's your favorite means of transport?

Does

your

Chinese

name

have

any

special

meaning?

Are

there

any

important

traditions

about

giving children their names in China?

(

some other general Q’s about yourself and your life

)

Do you live in a house or a flat? Have you ever considered moving to another place? Which is

your favorite room in your house/ flat?

Do you prefer to live in a city or in the countryside? Have you ever been to the countryside? Are

there any disadvantages to living in the countryside?

Do you have a bicycle? Do you think bicycles will become more popular in the future?

Have you ever travelled by train? Do people in your country like to travel by train?

Do you wear a watch? Why?

Do you often use dictionaries? Do you use paper dictionaries or electronic dictionaries? Why?

How many languages can you speak? Do you want to learn another language? How are you going

to learn it?

Do you like pets? Why do people keep pets? Do you like wild animals? Do you think zoos are still

important today?

Do you like plants? Do you have any plants in

your house / flat? How do you take care of the

plants?

Do you think trees and forests are important to us? Do you wish to live in a place with many trees?

Do

you

think

places

with

lots

of

trees

can

attract

many

visitors?

Why

are

gardens

and

parks

important to us?

Do you like to walk in cities? How can large cities become more pedestrian-friendly and walkable?

Do you like rainy days? Why?

Do you like to go out on sunny days? What do you usually do on sunny days? Is there anything

that you don’t like to do on sunny days? Why? Do you think sunshine can make people happy and

friendly? What’s your favorite kind of weather?

Do you have patience? Have you ever lost your patience?

Why is it important to be polite? Do you think people in your country are more polite than in the

past?

Why is it important to be punctual? Are you often late for things?

Do you prefer to write letters or emails? Or would you prefer to use a mobile phone? How often

do you send an email?

Do you like writing? Do you think you're good at it? What did you write about in high school?

How

do

you

get

news?

How

often

do

you

read

newspapers?

Are

you

more

interested

in

international news or news about your own country? Do you want to become a journalist?

When

do

you

do

your

housework?

Do

you

think

children

should

help

their

parents

with

housework? What do you think is the most difficult housework task?

Who

cooks

in

your

family?

Can

you

cook?

How

did

you

learn

to

cook?

Do

you

want

to

take

cooking classes? Are cooking shows popular in China? Do you think children should learn how to

cook?

What’s your favorite activity after school (or after work)?

Do you often buy things online? Why are things so expensive today? Where do you usually buy

clothing? What is your favorite kind of clothing? Do you think clothing is less expensive in China

than in other countries? Do you often help your friends shop for clothing?

Do you like going to parties? Why? Do you prefer to go to parties with your family or with your

friends? What do you dislike about parties?

Do you often visit your relatives? Who are more important to you

–

your friends or your relatives?

Which birthday left you with the deepest impression? Did you receive any gifts for that birthday?

Who gave you the gifts? What did your friends do for that birthday? Do you prefer to celebrate

your birthday with your family members or your friends? What’s your favorite birthday activity?

How do children celebrate their birthday in China?

Do you like taking photos? How often do you take photos? What kind of camera do you have? Do

you like to take photos outdoors or indoors? Is photography popular in China?

Do you like drawing and painting? What were your favorite kinds of drawings or paintings when

you were a child? Do you think children can benefit from drawing and painting?

Do you like art? Do you think art is difficult to understand? Do you think art is a good way to

express ourselves?

What were your favorite childhood activities? Did you prefer outdoor activities or indoor activities?

What were your favorite toys when you were a child? What kinds of toys do Chinese children play

with these days?

What games did you like to play when you were a child? What games do children play these days?

What’re the differences between sports played by boys and sports played by girls? What’re your

favorite sports? Are there any sports you want to learn to play? What are the most popular sports

in China?

Are advertisements popular in China? Do you often buy advertised products?

Do you like history? Why? Who’s your favorite historical figure? Do you like watching historical

dramas? Do you like watching historical documentaries online?

March, 2014

Part 2:

城市与建筑

Describe a beautiful (or ideal) house / flat.

Describe a new house.

(

Keep in mind you can reuse the same ideas for different topic cards.

)

Describe a new place you moved to.

Describe a room that you use a lot / a room where you spend a lot of time.

Describe a garden / park.

Describe a trip by public transport (such as bus or train).

Describe a holiday that you spent far away from home.

Describe a place where you experienced a new culture.

Describe a childhood trip / journey.

Describe a place you’ll tr

avel to when you have a day off.

Describe a place far away from your home.

Describe a plan (not related to study or work).

Describe a library.

Describe a new school.

Describe a place where you studied or worked before.

Describe a shopping mall.

Describe a shopping street.

Describe a famous building in your city.

Describe an old building in your city.

Describe a tourist attraction you visited.

Describe an interesting foreign country you wish to visit.

Describe a city or town you wish to visit / you enjoyed visiting.

个人与组织

Describe a person you became friends with the first time when you met him/her.

Describe a friend you haven’t seen for a long time.

Describe a close friend of yours.

Describe a person you spend a lot of time with.

Describe a friend you made recently.

Describe a good parent.

Describe a family member who helps you a lot.

Describe something you learned from a family member.

Describe something you like to do with the elderly people in your family.

Describe an interesting old man / an interesting old person.

Describe a very old person.

Describe a conversation you had with a stranger.

Describe an interesting conversation.

Describe someone who helped you study.

Describe an intelligent person.

Describe a teacher who taught you an important skill such as cooking, biking or swimming.

Describe a skill you learned when you were a child.

Describe a training session.

Describe a positive experience in your childhood.

Describe a person you helped before.

Describe a teenager.

Describe a person who has a healthy lifestyle.

Describe a good way to stay healthy.

Describe a club (or a team) you belong to.

Describe a club programme you like.

Describe a singer or a band.

Describe a comic star you like.

Describe a famous singer in your country.

Describe a famous person in your country. / Describe a celebrity in your country.

Describe a person you admire.

Describe a person who has an important job.

Describe an ideal job.

Describe a job/an interesting thing you wish to do in the future.

自然界

Describe a picnic (or an outdoor meal) you had.