Question: Imagine that you can talk for one hour with any person who has lived at any time in history. Which person would you choose to meet? Use specific details and examples to explain your choice.
Answer:
I want to choose the person who had a great effect. The person will teach me how he or she had done the result which most of people could not have done. I want to talk for one hour with Adolf Hitler.
One reason for this is that I think that I can learn from his about his talent. He succeeded to move people in Germany, and fight enemies which are most of country in the world at first. Germany where he was a leader was defeated indeed, but many German are impressed by his speech and believe the victory of Germany. It is difficult to have a great effect to many people, but he had done during his life. I want to ask him to teach me how he improved these talents.
Another reason is that although I have studied history, the history is on the side of victory countries in world war two. I want to know the history from the view of lost country, German. He must have the reasons why he decided to fight against almost all countries, and he wanted to kill Jews, despite he was a relative of Jew. It is certain that there are secret facts at that time. It is highly likely that he knew these facts, and I want to know the knowledge.
Many people dislike him. In fact, he ordered his army to kill many Jews. However, I think it is important to learn his personality and talent which had a great effect to world wide. He used his talent in wrong way, but we could use the similar talent which he had in good way, such as saving environment in the world wide effort.
The chance that I can talk with anyone unconditionally is great. I want to use this chance effectively, and lead to the result of my successful life.
2009年1月13日火曜日
Book Report
Jules Verne, Around the World in Eighty Days, Oxford:Oxford University Press, 1992,89 pages
Summary:
One day, Mr. Fogg promised to five people that he would go around the world within eighty days. If he broke the promise, he had to pay twenty thousand pounds. However, if he made the promise come true, each member must pay four thousand pounds. He immediately returned to his house and made his servant go together. They stared to France at first. A bank of England was robbed of fifty thousand pounds a few days before they left London. Mr. Fogg was suspected by police, so the detective traced Fogg’s trip secretly. The route of the trip was very hard and dangerous. In India, he and his servant saw that some Hindus tried to burn a young lady with her dead husband. They rescued the lady and decided to join her to the trip. In America, they were attacked by Indians but they overcame the difficult situation. As a result, they finally succeed the world trip and, the fact that he was not thief was revealed. He married the beautiful woman who was in India. The brave and honesty man make the impossible plan real.
Setting: the world in 1872
Point of View: third person
Conflict: Fogg was in conflict with his servant, detective and the world environment to work out his promise.
Climax: Mr. Fogg believed that he delayed the promised time. He was deeply depressed, but he only misunderstood the date, so he could reach the promised place in the promised time exactly. The detective who had traced Mr. Fogg convinced that Fogg was the thief, but a thief who stool the money from the bank of England was captured by police before they came back to England. This mean was that Mr. Fogg was not thief. The lady who was likely to be burned in India offered to marry him with happy.
Symbol: A brave is the symbol of this story. Without the brave, Mr. Fogg would not achieve his plan. There were many difficulties during his trip, but he behaved bravely against each difficult situation. The brave led him the success.
Irony: The world trip within eighty days was thought to be impossible at that time. But, Mr. Fogg made the trip possible despite of many difficult situations he faced.
Theme: The theme of this book is “ Be brave and you will succeed.” Mr. Fogg’s trip was sometimes interrupted by some characters or situations, and he didn’t have time enough to succeed his trip, nevertheless he justified his belief. For example, he saved the beautiful young lady who was likely to be burned. Finally he married her. To be brave is important.
Evaluation:
This story is very interesting. The character in the story went to different country. The author described well the environment in the late of nineteenth century. As for me, I am interested in the world trip. I learned never- give- up belief from this novel. I want to behave like Mr. Fogg someday when I trip around the world. In this way I thought this novel was good, but I had a few complaints. First, it seemed that native Indians or Hindus was barbarous. I felt the writer discriminate them consciously or unconsciously. Second, there were too many happy-end in this story. Although characters faced some difficult situations, it was certain that they overcame the problem. I know real world is harder than this story. The thought led this novel unreal and boring. Of course, I know all novels should not be serious. I simply felt that this novel was not real but fun.
Summary:
One day, Mr. Fogg promised to five people that he would go around the world within eighty days. If he broke the promise, he had to pay twenty thousand pounds. However, if he made the promise come true, each member must pay four thousand pounds. He immediately returned to his house and made his servant go together. They stared to France at first. A bank of England was robbed of fifty thousand pounds a few days before they left London. Mr. Fogg was suspected by police, so the detective traced Fogg’s trip secretly. The route of the trip was very hard and dangerous. In India, he and his servant saw that some Hindus tried to burn a young lady with her dead husband. They rescued the lady and decided to join her to the trip. In America, they were attacked by Indians but they overcame the difficult situation. As a result, they finally succeed the world trip and, the fact that he was not thief was revealed. He married the beautiful woman who was in India. The brave and honesty man make the impossible plan real.
Setting: the world in 1872
Point of View: third person
Conflict: Fogg was in conflict with his servant, detective and the world environment to work out his promise.
Climax: Mr. Fogg believed that he delayed the promised time. He was deeply depressed, but he only misunderstood the date, so he could reach the promised place in the promised time exactly. The detective who had traced Mr. Fogg convinced that Fogg was the thief, but a thief who stool the money from the bank of England was captured by police before they came back to England. This mean was that Mr. Fogg was not thief. The lady who was likely to be burned in India offered to marry him with happy.
Symbol: A brave is the symbol of this story. Without the brave, Mr. Fogg would not achieve his plan. There were many difficulties during his trip, but he behaved bravely against each difficult situation. The brave led him the success.
Irony: The world trip within eighty days was thought to be impossible at that time. But, Mr. Fogg made the trip possible despite of many difficult situations he faced.
Theme: The theme of this book is “ Be brave and you will succeed.” Mr. Fogg’s trip was sometimes interrupted by some characters or situations, and he didn’t have time enough to succeed his trip, nevertheless he justified his belief. For example, he saved the beautiful young lady who was likely to be burned. Finally he married her. To be brave is important.
Evaluation:
This story is very interesting. The character in the story went to different country. The author described well the environment in the late of nineteenth century. As for me, I am interested in the world trip. I learned never- give- up belief from this novel. I want to behave like Mr. Fogg someday when I trip around the world. In this way I thought this novel was good, but I had a few complaints. First, it seemed that native Indians or Hindus was barbarous. I felt the writer discriminate them consciously or unconsciously. Second, there were too many happy-end in this story. Although characters faced some difficult situations, it was certain that they overcame the problem. I know real world is harder than this story. The thought led this novel unreal and boring. Of course, I know all novels should not be serious. I simply felt that this novel was not real but fun.
Book Report 2
Dickens, Charles, Oliver Twist, IBC publishing, 2006, 111 pages.
Summary:
Oliver Twist was born in a workhouse. He had no relatives. He was mistreated by people in the workhouse, so he decided to go to London to escape from there. He reached London on foot, but he was very tired and needed a place to sleep. He accidentally met Fagin who was a criminal in London and Fagin provided Oliver a bed. Oliver appreciated him and he followed what Fagin said. Fagin said to Oliver that some children enjoyed a game which is generally called pickpocketing. Fagin made Oliver play the game, but Oliver was captured by the police when other children played the game. Fortunately his innocence was proven and he became the family member of an upper-class man whose name was Mr. Brownlow. However, the happy life did not last so long. Fagin ordered to kidnap him when he was asked to buy books. He had to come back to the house of Fagin. When he performed the job as a robber, he was shot by gun. Other robber thought that he would die, but he survived. He finally arrived at the house of Mr. Brownlow, and the fact that Oliver was the son of Mr. Brownlow’s niece was clear. He became a gentleman and was respected by everybody. In contrast, Fagin was arrested and hanged because of his criminal offenses.
Setting: London in the 19th century
Point of View: This story is told from third person.
Conflict: Oliver was in conflict with the crime. He was obliged to perform pickpocketing, but he refused to do it. Of course it is difficult for him to resist to evil adults.
Climax: Fagin tried to run away from the police, because His criminal offenses were revealed by Oliver. His crime which was to steal valuable things by using poor children was not allowed, so he was captured and hanged.
Symbol: A small golden locket is the symbol in the story. It truly connected Oliver with Mr. Brownlow because Mr. Brownlow could find that Oliver was his relative.
Irony: Oliver was thought of as a poor boy, but he was the relative of a rich man, Mr. Brownlow.
Theme: Sin and penalty are the theme in the story. Man should receive penalty if he sins. Fagin and other villains robbed valuable things of some people by using children. The criminal was the worst things as a human being. He was punished by the death penalty.
Evaluation: The story finished as a happy ending. Oliver escaped from his poor life, and he became a respectful man. However, he was like a devil thinking of the position of the villain. Of course the villain is the villain. I could not affirm the position, but when I thought the young children were with the villain, things were not simple. As for the children, they could not live, if they did not rob anything. If the rich existed, the poor did inevitably. Oliver became a rich and respectful man certainly, but the poor children were still poor and lived in the worst situation. They would be captured, if they were found. Moreover, they would live in jail for a long time. I thought they were not bad. The social system and adults were bad. Unfortunately, I am becoming an adult.
Summary:
Oliver Twist was born in a workhouse. He had no relatives. He was mistreated by people in the workhouse, so he decided to go to London to escape from there. He reached London on foot, but he was very tired and needed a place to sleep. He accidentally met Fagin who was a criminal in London and Fagin provided Oliver a bed. Oliver appreciated him and he followed what Fagin said. Fagin said to Oliver that some children enjoyed a game which is generally called pickpocketing. Fagin made Oliver play the game, but Oliver was captured by the police when other children played the game. Fortunately his innocence was proven and he became the family member of an upper-class man whose name was Mr. Brownlow. However, the happy life did not last so long. Fagin ordered to kidnap him when he was asked to buy books. He had to come back to the house of Fagin. When he performed the job as a robber, he was shot by gun. Other robber thought that he would die, but he survived. He finally arrived at the house of Mr. Brownlow, and the fact that Oliver was the son of Mr. Brownlow’s niece was clear. He became a gentleman and was respected by everybody. In contrast, Fagin was arrested and hanged because of his criminal offenses.
Setting: London in the 19th century
Point of View: This story is told from third person.
Conflict: Oliver was in conflict with the crime. He was obliged to perform pickpocketing, but he refused to do it. Of course it is difficult for him to resist to evil adults.
Climax: Fagin tried to run away from the police, because His criminal offenses were revealed by Oliver. His crime which was to steal valuable things by using poor children was not allowed, so he was captured and hanged.
Symbol: A small golden locket is the symbol in the story. It truly connected Oliver with Mr. Brownlow because Mr. Brownlow could find that Oliver was his relative.
Irony: Oliver was thought of as a poor boy, but he was the relative of a rich man, Mr. Brownlow.
Theme: Sin and penalty are the theme in the story. Man should receive penalty if he sins. Fagin and other villains robbed valuable things of some people by using children. The criminal was the worst things as a human being. He was punished by the death penalty.
Evaluation: The story finished as a happy ending. Oliver escaped from his poor life, and he became a respectful man. However, he was like a devil thinking of the position of the villain. Of course the villain is the villain. I could not affirm the position, but when I thought the young children were with the villain, things were not simple. As for the children, they could not live, if they did not rob anything. If the rich existed, the poor did inevitably. Oliver became a rich and respectful man certainly, but the poor children were still poor and lived in the worst situation. They would be captured, if they were found. Moreover, they would live in jail for a long time. I thought they were not bad. The social system and adults were bad. Unfortunately, I am becoming an adult.
Book Report 3
(1)
Stoker, Bram. Dracula. First. Ireland: IBC, 2006.179p
(2)
If I am the author in this book, I will write three women’s vampire differently. These vampires do not play important role in the story, but I have more interesting idea by changing the background of three vampires. One of three vampires had a boy friend who is one of characters in the story, and was very happy. One day, however, she was taken away by Count Dracula. She forced him to become vampire. The boy friend wanted to find out her, but he decided to give up searching her at last. Then, they meet again in Dracula’s castle by chance. They might feel rip current in this situation. This is what I want to write the most. In the same reason, if I am Holmwood who is fiancé of Lucy, I cannot kill her in the tough situation that she becomes a vampire, and she begins to attack to human. I will feel the conflict in my mind.
Page 150 “ All of this has not been in vain” the situation is that people finally defeat Count Dracula, and the effect that the vampire made is gone. The reason why I choose this part is I believe that all efforts are meaningful. There is nothing wasteful in our lives despite in the case of either success of object or lost of object.
(3)
Setting: Mainly at Transylvania and London
Point of view: First person, diary form
Conflict: Count Dracula, a vampire had a bad effect to people. The vampire could become a dog, bat even mist. The creature came to each person who is a prey of it, and sucked human’s blood. The vampire could create his fellows who used to human being, by sucking the human’s blood. Mina Harker near to become his fellow, but the husband of Mina and his companion saved Mina from the danger of Dracula.
Climax: Dracula was undead during the night moreover he could become other living form such as bat. People could easily conclude that it was impossible for human to defeat the vampire, but they found that the vampire was weak in day time. They traced the vampire’s track and finally reached the vampire before the night came. They killed the vampire. As a result, the manipulated people or animals including Mina became sane.
Symbol: Crucifix is the symbol in the story. Crucifix makes a vampire weak when the vampire sees it. The vampire cannot be close to them, if they have it. Another good aspect of it is that people can rely on it even if it does not actually cheer them up. It makes people stronger mentally, when they want to feel to escape from their tough situation that they should defeat undead monster.
Irony: Lucy Westenra who is a friend of Mina was sucked by Dracula. People wanted to save her and stop her from becoming a vampire. The efforts would be well done, and they can handle with the danger, but unfortunately the efforts are in vain. She at last became the vampire, and began to suck other people’s blood. They sadly had to decide to kill her before she continued to commit the crime.
Theme: The cooperation is theme in the story. There is a monster which is strong and powerful in the story. The monster makes people unhappy. It seems that people cannot win the battle against the monster, but people cooperate with the case. Finally they defeat the monster.
(4)
I think that the story has roughly two sides that are human and monster. I want to talk about two different positions. At first, I will mention the view from human. In the story, there is a monster, but in real world I believe that that kind of monsters are nothing. Maybe monsters are extinct through the history, because people won the survival against monsters. I was shocked at the author who creates the monster which sucks human’s blood, and makes a new monster. The imagination is notable. His motif is from(e) I learn a passage from the story. The passage is “never give up until you make it” It is easy for human to escape from tough situation, but people in this story fight bravely against monsters. The monsters attacked Lucy who was young lady and I think that the lady should be saved. Unexpectedly, however, she became a vampire, despite the efforts by people. She started to suck blood from someone. When people saw the sight, they decided to kill her in spite of being person who loved her.
I mention the position from human in above sentences. I want to talk about vampire’s view. Human can be cruel, if they know that they are likely to be harmed. Human can kill person who attacks it, even if the human love the attacking person. At the same time, vampires want to save their lives. If vampires cannot suck human’s blood, they will extinct from the world. The author takes only sides with people not vampires. It seems that the position of author is correct. However there is a tragic past in vampire’s life maybe. The view from vampires is needed to profound this story. It seems that Van Helsing is likely to understand vampires. He is a professor who studies about supernatural phenomenon. His life against the monster is envious, because he experienced more interesting things than I. when I make film, I want to pick up Van Helsing who fights against supernatural phenomenon. His attitude toward mystery in the world is interesting. His life or background is mysterious. It inspires me to create film.
Stoker, Bram. Dracula. First. Ireland: IBC, 2006.179p
(2)
If I am the author in this book, I will write three women’s vampire differently. These vampires do not play important role in the story, but I have more interesting idea by changing the background of three vampires. One of three vampires had a boy friend who is one of characters in the story, and was very happy. One day, however, she was taken away by Count Dracula. She forced him to become vampire. The boy friend wanted to find out her, but he decided to give up searching her at last. Then, they meet again in Dracula’s castle by chance. They might feel rip current in this situation. This is what I want to write the most. In the same reason, if I am Holmwood who is fiancé of Lucy, I cannot kill her in the tough situation that she becomes a vampire, and she begins to attack to human. I will feel the conflict in my mind.
Page 150 “ All of this has not been in vain” the situation is that people finally defeat Count Dracula, and the effect that the vampire made is gone. The reason why I choose this part is I believe that all efforts are meaningful. There is nothing wasteful in our lives despite in the case of either success of object or lost of object.
(3)
Setting: Mainly at Transylvania and London
Point of view: First person, diary form
Conflict: Count Dracula, a vampire had a bad effect to people. The vampire could become a dog, bat even mist. The creature came to each person who is a prey of it, and sucked human’s blood. The vampire could create his fellows who used to human being, by sucking the human’s blood. Mina Harker near to become his fellow, but the husband of Mina and his companion saved Mina from the danger of Dracula.
Climax: Dracula was undead during the night moreover he could become other living form such as bat. People could easily conclude that it was impossible for human to defeat the vampire, but they found that the vampire was weak in day time. They traced the vampire’s track and finally reached the vampire before the night came. They killed the vampire. As a result, the manipulated people or animals including Mina became sane.
Symbol: Crucifix is the symbol in the story. Crucifix makes a vampire weak when the vampire sees it. The vampire cannot be close to them, if they have it. Another good aspect of it is that people can rely on it even if it does not actually cheer them up. It makes people stronger mentally, when they want to feel to escape from their tough situation that they should defeat undead monster.
Irony: Lucy Westenra who is a friend of Mina was sucked by Dracula. People wanted to save her and stop her from becoming a vampire. The efforts would be well done, and they can handle with the danger, but unfortunately the efforts are in vain. She at last became the vampire, and began to suck other people’s blood. They sadly had to decide to kill her before she continued to commit the crime.
Theme: The cooperation is theme in the story. There is a monster which is strong and powerful in the story. The monster makes people unhappy. It seems that people cannot win the battle against the monster, but people cooperate with the case. Finally they defeat the monster.
(4)
I think that the story has roughly two sides that are human and monster. I want to talk about two different positions. At first, I will mention the view from human. In the story, there is a monster, but in real world I believe that that kind of monsters are nothing. Maybe monsters are extinct through the history, because people won the survival against monsters. I was shocked at the author who creates the monster which sucks human’s blood, and makes a new monster. The imagination is notable. His motif is from(e) I learn a passage from the story. The passage is “never give up until you make it” It is easy for human to escape from tough situation, but people in this story fight bravely against monsters. The monsters attacked Lucy who was young lady and I think that the lady should be saved. Unexpectedly, however, she became a vampire, despite the efforts by people. She started to suck blood from someone. When people saw the sight, they decided to kill her in spite of being person who loved her.
I mention the position from human in above sentences. I want to talk about vampire’s view. Human can be cruel, if they know that they are likely to be harmed. Human can kill person who attacks it, even if the human love the attacking person. At the same time, vampires want to save their lives. If vampires cannot suck human’s blood, they will extinct from the world. The author takes only sides with people not vampires. It seems that the position of author is correct. However there is a tragic past in vampire’s life maybe. The view from vampires is needed to profound this story. It seems that Van Helsing is likely to understand vampires. He is a professor who studies about supernatural phenomenon. His life against the monster is envious, because he experienced more interesting things than I. when I make film, I want to pick up Van Helsing who fights against supernatural phenomenon. His attitude toward mystery in the world is interesting. His life or background is mysterious. It inspires me to create film.
2009年1月10日土曜日
WRITING TOPICS
Writing Topics
Topics in the following list may appear in your actual test. You should become familiar with this list before you take the computer-based TOEFL test. Remember that when you take the test you will not have a choice of topics. You must write only on the topic that is assigned to you.
People attend college or university for many different reasons (for example, new experiences, career preparation, increased knowledge). Why do you think people attend college or university? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents are the best teachers. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Nowadays, food has become easier to prepare. Has this change improved the way people live? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
It has been said, “Not everything that is learned is contained in books.” Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. In your opinion, which source is more important? Why?
A company has announced that it wishes to build a large factory near your community. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this new influence on your community. Do you support or oppose the factory? Explain your position.
If you could change one important thing about your hometown, what would you change? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
How do movies or television influence people’s behavior? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Television has destroyed communication among friends and family. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people prefer to live in a small town. Others prefer to live in a big city. Which place would you prefer to live in? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
“When people succeed, it is because of hard work. Luck has nothing to do with success.” Do you agree or disagree with the quotation above? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your position.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Universities should give the same amount of money to their students’ sports activities as they give to their university libraries. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Many people visit museums when they travel to new places. Why do you think people visit museums? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people prefer to eat at food stands or restaurants. Other people prefer to prepare and eat food at home. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people believe that university students should be required to attend classes. Others believe that going to classes should be optional for students. Which point of view do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to explain your answer.
Neighbors are the people who live near us. In your opinion, what are the qualities of a good neighbor? Use specific details and examples in your answer.
It has recently been announced that a new restaurant may be built in your neighborhood. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Some people think that they can learn better by themselves than with a teacher. Others think that it is always better to have a teacher. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons to develop your essay.
What are some important qualities of a good supervisor (boss)? Use specific details and examples to explain why these qualities are important.
Should governments spend more money on improving roads and highways, or should governments spend more money on improving public transportation (buses, trains, subways)? Why? Use specific reasons and details to develop your essay.
It is better for children to grow up in the countryside than in a big city. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to develop your essay.
In general, people are living longer now. Discuss the causes of this phenomenon. Use specific reasons and details to develop your essay.
We all work or will work in our jobs with many different kinds of people. In your opinion, what are some important characteristics of a co-worker (someone you work closely with)? Use reasons and specific examples to explain why these characteristics are important.
In some countries, teenagers have jobs while they are still students. Do you think this is a good idea? Support your opinion by using specific reasons and details.
A person you know is planning to move to your town or city. What do you think this person would like and dislike about living in your town or city? Why? Use specific reasons and details to develop your essay.
It has recently been announced that a large shopping center may be built in your neighborhood. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
It has recently been announced that a new movie theater may be built in your neighborhood. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People should sometimes do things that they do not enjoy doing. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Television, newspapers, magazines, and other media pay too much attention to the personal lives of famous people such as public figures and celebrities. Use specific reasons and details to explain your opinion.
Some people believe that the Earth is being harmed (damaged) by human activity. Others feel that human activity makes the Earth a better place to live. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
It has recently been announced that a new high school may be built in your community. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasons and details in your answer.
Writing Topics (continued)
Some people spend their entire lives in one place. Others move a number of times throughout their lives, looking for a better job, house, community, or even climate. Which do you prefer: staying in one place or moving in search of another place? Use reasons and specific examples to support your opinion.
Is it better to enjoy your money when you earn it or is it better to save your money for some time in the future? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
You have received a gift of money. The money is enough to buy either a piece of jewelry you like or tickets to a concert you want to attend. Which would you buy? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Businesses should hire employees for their entire lives. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Attending a live performance (for example, a play, concert, or sporting event) is more enjoyable than watching the same event on television. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Choose one of the following transportation vehicles and explain why you think it has changed people’s lives.
. automobiles . bicycles . airplanes Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. Do you agree or disagree that progress is always good? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Learning about the past has no value for those of us living in the present. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? With the help of technology, students nowadays can learn more information and learn it more quickly. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The expression “Never, never give up” means to keep trying and never stop working for your goals. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people think that human needs for farmland, housing, and industry are more important than saving land for endangered animals. Do you agree or disagree with this point of view? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
What is a very important skill a person should learn in order to be successful in the world today? Choose one skill and use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Why do you think some people are attracted to dangerous sports or other dangerous activities? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people like to travel with a companion. Other people prefer to travel alone. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Some people prefer to get up early in the morning and start the day’s work. Others prefer to get up later in the day and work until late at night. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
What are the important qualities of a good son or daughter? Have these qualities changed or remained the same over time in your culture? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people prefer to work for a large company. Others prefer to work for a small company. Which would you prefer? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
People work because they need money to live. What are some other reasons that people work? Discuss one or more of these reasons. Use specific examples and details to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Face-to-face communication is better than other types of communication, such as letters, email, or telephone calls. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Some people like to do only what they already do well. Other people prefer to try new things and take risks. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Some people believe that success in life comes from taking risks or chances. Others believe that success results from careful planning. In your opinion, what does success come from? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
What change would make your hometown more appealing to people your age? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The most important aspect of a job is the money a person earns. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? One should never judge a person by external appearances. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A person should never make an important decision alone. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
A company is going to give some money either to support the arts or to protect the environment. Which do you think the company should choose? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some movies are serious, designed to make the audience think. Other movies are designed primarily to amuse and entertain. Which type of movie do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Businesses should do anything they can to make a profit. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Some people are always in a hurry to go places and get things done. Other people prefer to take their time and live life at a slower pace. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Games are as important for adults as they are for children. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents or other adult relatives should make important decisions for their older (15 to 18 year-old) teenage children. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
What do you want most in a friend . someone who is intelligent, or someone who has a sense of humor, or someone who is reliable? Which one of these characteristics is most important to you? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your choice.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Most experiences in our lives that seemed difficult at the time become valuable lessons for the future. Use reasons and specific examples to support our answer.
Some people prefer to work for themselves or own a business. Others prefer to work for an employer. Would you rather be self-employed, work for someone else, or own a business? Use specific reasons to explain your choice.
Should a city try to preserve its old, historic buildings or destroy them and replace them with modern buildings? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Classmates are a more important influence than parents on a child’s success in school. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
If you were an employer, which kind of worker would you prefer to hire: an inexperienced worker at a lower salary or an experienced worker at a higher salary? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Many teachers assign homework to students every day. Do you think that daily homework is necessary for students? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
If you could study a subject that you have never had the opportunity to study, what would you choose? Explain your choice, using specific reasons and details.
Some people think that the automobile has improved modern life. Others think that the automobile has caused serious problems. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Which would you choose: a high-paying job with long hours that would give you little time with family and friends or a lower-paying job with shorter hours that would give you more time with family and friends? Explain your choice, using specific reasons and details.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Grades (marks) encourage students to learn. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people say that computers have made life easier and more convenient. Other people say that computers have made life more complex and stressful. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The best way to travel is in a group led by a tour guide. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some universities require students to take classes in many subjects. Other universities require students to specialize in one subject. Which is better? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should begin learning a foreign language as soon as they start school. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Boys and girls should attend separate schools. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Is it more important to be able to work with a group of people on a team or to work independently? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
Your city has decided to build a statue or monument to honor a famous person in your country. Who would you choose? Use reasons and specific examples to support your choice.
Describe a custom from your country that you would like people from other countries to adopt. Explain your choice, using specific reasons and examples.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Technology has made the world a better place to live. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Advertising can tell you a lot about a country. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Modern technology is creating a single world culture. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people say that the Internet provides people with a lot of valuable information. Others think access to so much information creates problems. Which view do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
A foreign visitor has only one day to spend in your country. Where should this visitor go on that day? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
If you could go back to some time and place in the past, when and where would you go? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
What discovery in the last 100 years has been most beneficial for people in your country? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Telephones and email have made communication between people less personal. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
If you could travel back in time to meet a famous person from history, what person would you like to meet? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
If you could meet a famous entertainer or athlete, who would that be, and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
If you could ask a famous person one question, what would you ask? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Some people prefer to live in places that have the same weather or climate all year long. Others like to live in areas where the weather changes several times a year. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Many students have to live with roommates while going to school or university. What are some of the important qualities of a good roommate? Use specific reasons and examples to explain why these qualities are important.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Dancing plays an important role in a culture. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people think governments should spend as much money as possible exploring outer space (for example, traveling to the Moon and to other planets). Other people disagree and think governments should spend this money for our basic needs on Earth. Which of these two opinions do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
People have different ways of escaping the stress and difficulties of modern life. Some read; some exercise; others work in their gardens. What do you think are the best ways of reducing stress? Use specific details and examples in your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Teachers should be paid according to how much their students learn. Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
If you were asked to send one thing representing your country to an international exhibition, what would you choose? Why? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
You have been told that dormitory rooms at your university must be shared by two students. Would you rather have the university assign a student to share a room with you, or would you rather choose your own roommate? Use specific reasons and details to explain your answer.
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Some people think that governments should spend as much money as possible on developing or buying computer technology. Other people disagree and think that this money should be spent on more basic needs. Which one of these opinions do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Some people like doing work by hand. Others prefer using machines. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Schools should ask students to evaluate their teachers. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
In your opinion, what is the most important characteristic (for example, honesty, intelligence, a sense of humor) that a person can have to be successful in life? Use specific reasons and examples from your experience to explain your answer. When you write your answer, you are not limited to the examples listed in the question.
It is generally agreed that society benefits from the work of its members. Compare the contributions of artists to society with the contributions of scientists to society. Which type of contribution do you think is valued more by your society? Give specific reasons to support your answer.
Students at universities often have a choice of places to live. They may choose to live in university dormitories, or they may choose to live in apartments in the community. Compare the advantages of living in university housing with the advantages of living in an apartment in the community. Where would you prefer to live? Give reasons for your preference.
You need to travel from your home to a place 40 miles (64 kilometers) away. Compare the different kinds of transportation you could use. Tell which method of travel you would choose. Give specific reasons for your choice.
Some people believe that a college or university education should be available to all students. Others believe that higher education should be available only to good students. Discuss these views. Which view do you agree with? Explain why.
Some people believe that the best way of learning about life is by listening to the advice of family and friends. Other people believe that the best way of learning about life is through personal experience. Compare the advantages of these two different ways of learning about life. Which do you think is preferable? Use specific examples to support your preference.
When people move to another country, some of them decide to follow the customs of the new country. Others prefer to keep their own customs. Compare these two choices. Which one do you prefer? Support your answer with specific details.
Some people prefer to spend most of their time alone. Others like to be with friends most of the time. Do you prefer to spend your time alone or with friends? Use specific reasons to support your answer.
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.
Some people think that children should begin their formal education at a very early age and should spend most of their time on school studies. Others believe that young children should spend most of their time playing. Compare these two views. Which view do you agree with? Why?
The government has announced that it plans to build a new university. Some people think that your community would be a good place to locate the university. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a new university in your community. Use specific details in your discussion.
Some people think that the family is the most important influence on young adults. Other people think that friends are the most important influence on young adults. Which view do you agree with? Use examples to support your position.
Some people prefer to plan activities for their free time very carefully. Others choose not to make any plans at all for their free time. Compare the benefits of planning free-time activities with the benefits of not making plans. Which do you prefer . planning or not planning for your leisure time? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your choice.
People learn in different ways. Some people learn by doing things; other people learn by reading about things; others learn by listening to people talk about things. Which of these methods of learning is best for you? Use specific examples to support your choice.
Some people choose friends who are different from themselves. Others choose friends who are similar to themselves. Compare the advantages of having friends who are different from you with the advantages of having friends who are similar to you. Which kind of friend do you prefer for yourself? Why?
Some people enjoy change, and they look forward to new experiences. Others like their lives to stay the same, and they do not change their usual habits. Compare these two approaches to life. Which approach do you prefer? Explain why.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People behave differently when they wear different clothes. Do you agree that different clothes influence the way people behave? Use specific examples to support your answer.
Decisions can be made quickly, or they can be made after careful thought. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The decisions that people make quickly are always wrong. Use reasons and specific examples to support your opinion.
Some people trust their first impressions about a person’s character because they believe these judgments are generally correct. Other people do not judge a person’s character quickly because they believe first impressions are often wrong. Compare these two attitudes. Which attitude do you agree with? Support your choice with specific examples.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People are never satisfied with what they have; they always want something more or something different. Use specific reasons to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People should read only those books that are about real events, real people, and established facts. Use specific reasons and details to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is more important for students to study history and literature than it is for them to study science and mathematics. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? All students should be required to study art and music in secondary school. Use specific reasons to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? There is nothing that young people can teach older people. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Reading fiction (such as novels and short stories) is more enjoyable than watching movies. Use specific reasons and examples to explain your position.
Some people say that physical exercise should be a required part of every school day. Other people believe that students should spend the whole school day on academic studies. Which opinion do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
A university plans to develop a new research center in your country. Some people want a center for business research. Other people want a center for research in agriculture (farming). Which of these two kinds of research centers do you recommend for your country? Use specific reasons in your recommendation.
Some young children spend a great amount of their time practicing sports. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Only people who earn a lot of money are successful. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
If you could invent something new, what product would you develop? Use specific details to explain why this invention is needed.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A person’s childhood years (the time from birth to twelve years of age) are the most important years of a person’s life. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should be required to help with household tasks as soon as they are able to do so. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some high schools require all students to wear school uniforms. Other high schools permit students to decide what to wear to school. Which of these two school policies do you think is better? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Playing a game is fun only when you win. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? High schools should allow students to study the courses that students want to study. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is better to be a member of a group than to be the leader of a group. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
What do you consider to be the most important room in a house? Why is this room more important to you than any other room? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some items (such as clothes or furniture) can be made by hand or by machine. Which do you prefer . items made by hand or items made by machine? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your choice.
If you could make one important change in a school that you attended, what change would you make? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
A gift (such as a camera, a soccer ball, or an animal) can contribute to a child’s development. What gift would you give to help a child develop? Why? Use reasons and specific examples to support your choice.
Some people believe that students should be given one long vacation each year. Others believe that students should have several short vacations throughout the year. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Would you prefer to live in a traditional house or in a modern apartment building? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people prefer to spend their free time outdoors. Other people prefer to spend their leisure time indoors. Would you prefer to be outside or would you prefer to be inside for your leisure activities? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your choice.
Your school has received a gift of money. What do you think is the best way for your school to spend this money? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Playing games teaches us about life. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Imagine that you have received some land to use as you wish. How would you use this land? Use specific details to explain your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Watching television is bad for children. Use specific details and examples to support your answer.
What is the most important animal in your country? Why is the animal important? Use reasons and specific details to explain your answer.
Many parts of the world are losing important natural resources, such as forests, animals, or clean water. Choose one resource that is disappearing and explain why it needs to be saved. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A zoo has no useful purpose. Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
In some countries, people are no longer allowed to smoke in many public places and office buildings. Do you think this is a good rule or a bad rule? Use specific reasons and details to support your position.
Plants can provide food, shelter, clothing, or medicine. What is one kind of plant that is important to you or the people in your country? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
You have the opportunity to visit a foreign country for two weeks. Which country would you like to visit? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
In the future, students may have the choice of studying at home by using technology such as computers or television or of studying at traditional schools. Which would you prefer? Use reasons and specific details to explain your choice.
When famous people such as actors, athletes and rock stars give their opinions, many people listen. Do you think we should pay attention to these opinions? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The twentieth century saw great change. In your opinion, what is one change that should be remembered about the twentieth century? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
When people need to complain about a product or poor service, some prefer to complain in writing and others prefer to complain in person. Which way do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
People remember special gifts or presents that they have received. Why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some famous athletes and entertainers earn millions of dollars every year. Do you think these people deserve such high salaries? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
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Is the ability to read and write more important today than in the past? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
People do many different things to stay healthy. What do you do for good health? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
You have decided to give several hours of your time each month to improve the community where you live. What is one thing you will do to improve your community? Why? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
People recognize a difference between children and adults. What events (experiences or ceremonies) make a person an adult? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
Your school has enough money to purchase either computers for students or books for the library. Which should your school choose to buy . computers or books? Use specific reasons and examples to support your recommendation.
Many students choose to attend schools or universities outside their home countries. Why do some students study abroad? Use specific reasons and details to explain your answer.
People listen to music for different reasons and at different times. Why is music important to many people? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Groups or organizations are an important part of some people’s lives. Why are groups or organizations important to people? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
Imagine that you are preparing for a trip. You plan to be away from your home for a year. In addition to clothing and personal care items, you can take one additional thing. What would you take and why? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
When students move to a new school, they sometimes face problems. How can schools help these students with their problems? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
It is sometimes said that borrowing money from a friend can harm or damage the friendship. Do you agree? Why or why not? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.
Every generation of people is different in important ways. How is your generation different from your parents’ generation? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
Some students like classes where teachers lecture (do all of the talking) in class. Other students prefer classes where the students do some of the talking. Which type of class do you prefer? Give specific reasons and details to support your choice.
Holidays honor people or events. If you could create a new holiday, what person or event would it honor and how would you want people to celebrate it? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
A friend of yours has received some money and plans to use all of it either
. to go on vacation . to buy a car Your friend has asked you for advice. Compare your friend’s two choices and explain which one you think your friend should choose. Use specific reasons and details to support your choice. The 21st century has begun. What changes do you think this new century will bring? Use examples and details in your answer.
What are some of the qualities of a good parent? Use specific details and examples to explain your answer.
Movies are popular all over the world. Explain why movies are so popular. Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
In your country, is there more need for land to be left in its natural condition or is there more need for land to be developed for housing and industry? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Many people have a close relationship with their pets. These people treat their birds, cats, or other animals as members of their family. In your opinion, are such relationships good? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Films can tell us a lot about the country where they were made. What have you learned about a country from watching its movies? Use specific examples and details to support your response.
Some students prefer to study alone. Others prefer to study with a group of students. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
You have enough money to purchase either a house or a business. Which would you choose to buy? Give specific reasons to explain your choice.
Topics in the following list may appear in your actual test. You should become familiar with this list before you take the computer-based TOEFL test. Remember that when you take the test you will not have a choice of topics. You must write only on the topic that is assigned to you.
People attend college or university for many different reasons (for example, new experiences, career preparation, increased knowledge). Why do you think people attend college or university? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents are the best teachers. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Nowadays, food has become easier to prepare. Has this change improved the way people live? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
It has been said, “Not everything that is learned is contained in books.” Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. In your opinion, which source is more important? Why?
A company has announced that it wishes to build a large factory near your community. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this new influence on your community. Do you support or oppose the factory? Explain your position.
If you could change one important thing about your hometown, what would you change? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
How do movies or television influence people’s behavior? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Television has destroyed communication among friends and family. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people prefer to live in a small town. Others prefer to live in a big city. Which place would you prefer to live in? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
“When people succeed, it is because of hard work. Luck has nothing to do with success.” Do you agree or disagree with the quotation above? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your position.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Universities should give the same amount of money to their students’ sports activities as they give to their university libraries. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Many people visit museums when they travel to new places. Why do you think people visit museums? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people prefer to eat at food stands or restaurants. Other people prefer to prepare and eat food at home. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people believe that university students should be required to attend classes. Others believe that going to classes should be optional for students. Which point of view do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to explain your answer.
Neighbors are the people who live near us. In your opinion, what are the qualities of a good neighbor? Use specific details and examples in your answer.
It has recently been announced that a new restaurant may be built in your neighborhood. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Some people think that they can learn better by themselves than with a teacher. Others think that it is always better to have a teacher. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons to develop your essay.
What are some important qualities of a good supervisor (boss)? Use specific details and examples to explain why these qualities are important.
Should governments spend more money on improving roads and highways, or should governments spend more money on improving public transportation (buses, trains, subways)? Why? Use specific reasons and details to develop your essay.
It is better for children to grow up in the countryside than in a big city. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to develop your essay.
In general, people are living longer now. Discuss the causes of this phenomenon. Use specific reasons and details to develop your essay.
We all work or will work in our jobs with many different kinds of people. In your opinion, what are some important characteristics of a co-worker (someone you work closely with)? Use reasons and specific examples to explain why these characteristics are important.
In some countries, teenagers have jobs while they are still students. Do you think this is a good idea? Support your opinion by using specific reasons and details.
A person you know is planning to move to your town or city. What do you think this person would like and dislike about living in your town or city? Why? Use specific reasons and details to develop your essay.
It has recently been announced that a large shopping center may be built in your neighborhood. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
It has recently been announced that a new movie theater may be built in your neighborhood. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People should sometimes do things that they do not enjoy doing. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Television, newspapers, magazines, and other media pay too much attention to the personal lives of famous people such as public figures and celebrities. Use specific reasons and details to explain your opinion.
Some people believe that the Earth is being harmed (damaged) by human activity. Others feel that human activity makes the Earth a better place to live. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
It has recently been announced that a new high school may be built in your community. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasons and details in your answer.
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Some people spend their entire lives in one place. Others move a number of times throughout their lives, looking for a better job, house, community, or even climate. Which do you prefer: staying in one place or moving in search of another place? Use reasons and specific examples to support your opinion.
Is it better to enjoy your money when you earn it or is it better to save your money for some time in the future? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
You have received a gift of money. The money is enough to buy either a piece of jewelry you like or tickets to a concert you want to attend. Which would you buy? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Businesses should hire employees for their entire lives. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Attending a live performance (for example, a play, concert, or sporting event) is more enjoyable than watching the same event on television. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Choose one of the following transportation vehicles and explain why you think it has changed people’s lives.
. automobiles . bicycles . airplanes Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. Do you agree or disagree that progress is always good? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Learning about the past has no value for those of us living in the present. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? With the help of technology, students nowadays can learn more information and learn it more quickly. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The expression “Never, never give up” means to keep trying and never stop working for your goals. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people think that human needs for farmland, housing, and industry are more important than saving land for endangered animals. Do you agree or disagree with this point of view? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
What is a very important skill a person should learn in order to be successful in the world today? Choose one skill and use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Why do you think some people are attracted to dangerous sports or other dangerous activities? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people like to travel with a companion. Other people prefer to travel alone. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Some people prefer to get up early in the morning and start the day’s work. Others prefer to get up later in the day and work until late at night. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
What are the important qualities of a good son or daughter? Have these qualities changed or remained the same over time in your culture? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people prefer to work for a large company. Others prefer to work for a small company. Which would you prefer? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
People work because they need money to live. What are some other reasons that people work? Discuss one or more of these reasons. Use specific examples and details to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Face-to-face communication is better than other types of communication, such as letters, email, or telephone calls. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Some people like to do only what they already do well. Other people prefer to try new things and take risks. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Some people believe that success in life comes from taking risks or chances. Others believe that success results from careful planning. In your opinion, what does success come from? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
What change would make your hometown more appealing to people your age? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The most important aspect of a job is the money a person earns. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? One should never judge a person by external appearances. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A person should never make an important decision alone. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
A company is going to give some money either to support the arts or to protect the environment. Which do you think the company should choose? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some movies are serious, designed to make the audience think. Other movies are designed primarily to amuse and entertain. Which type of movie do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Businesses should do anything they can to make a profit. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Some people are always in a hurry to go places and get things done. Other people prefer to take their time and live life at a slower pace. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Games are as important for adults as they are for children. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents or other adult relatives should make important decisions for their older (15 to 18 year-old) teenage children. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
What do you want most in a friend . someone who is intelligent, or someone who has a sense of humor, or someone who is reliable? Which one of these characteristics is most important to you? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your choice.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Most experiences in our lives that seemed difficult at the time become valuable lessons for the future. Use reasons and specific examples to support our answer.
Some people prefer to work for themselves or own a business. Others prefer to work for an employer. Would you rather be self-employed, work for someone else, or own a business? Use specific reasons to explain your choice.
Should a city try to preserve its old, historic buildings or destroy them and replace them with modern buildings? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Classmates are a more important influence than parents on a child’s success in school. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
If you were an employer, which kind of worker would you prefer to hire: an inexperienced worker at a lower salary or an experienced worker at a higher salary? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Many teachers assign homework to students every day. Do you think that daily homework is necessary for students? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
If you could study a subject that you have never had the opportunity to study, what would you choose? Explain your choice, using specific reasons and details.
Some people think that the automobile has improved modern life. Others think that the automobile has caused serious problems. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Which would you choose: a high-paying job with long hours that would give you little time with family and friends or a lower-paying job with shorter hours that would give you more time with family and friends? Explain your choice, using specific reasons and details.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Grades (marks) encourage students to learn. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people say that computers have made life easier and more convenient. Other people say that computers have made life more complex and stressful. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The best way to travel is in a group led by a tour guide. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some universities require students to take classes in many subjects. Other universities require students to specialize in one subject. Which is better? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should begin learning a foreign language as soon as they start school. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Boys and girls should attend separate schools. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Is it more important to be able to work with a group of people on a team or to work independently? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
Your city has decided to build a statue or monument to honor a famous person in your country. Who would you choose? Use reasons and specific examples to support your choice.
Describe a custom from your country that you would like people from other countries to adopt. Explain your choice, using specific reasons and examples.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Technology has made the world a better place to live. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Advertising can tell you a lot about a country. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Modern technology is creating a single world culture. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people say that the Internet provides people with a lot of valuable information. Others think access to so much information creates problems. Which view do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
A foreign visitor has only one day to spend in your country. Where should this visitor go on that day? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
If you could go back to some time and place in the past, when and where would you go? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
What discovery in the last 100 years has been most beneficial for people in your country? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Telephones and email have made communication between people less personal. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
If you could travel back in time to meet a famous person from history, what person would you like to meet? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
If you could meet a famous entertainer or athlete, who would that be, and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
If you could ask a famous person one question, what would you ask? Why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Some people prefer to live in places that have the same weather or climate all year long. Others like to live in areas where the weather changes several times a year. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Many students have to live with roommates while going to school or university. What are some of the important qualities of a good roommate? Use specific reasons and examples to explain why these qualities are important.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Dancing plays an important role in a culture. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people think governments should spend as much money as possible exploring outer space (for example, traveling to the Moon and to other planets). Other people disagree and think governments should spend this money for our basic needs on Earth. Which of these two opinions do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
People have different ways of escaping the stress and difficulties of modern life. Some read; some exercise; others work in their gardens. What do you think are the best ways of reducing stress? Use specific details and examples in your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Teachers should be paid according to how much their students learn. Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
If you were asked to send one thing representing your country to an international exhibition, what would you choose? Why? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
You have been told that dormitory rooms at your university must be shared by two students. Would you rather have the university assign a student to share a room with you, or would you rather choose your own roommate? Use specific reasons and details to explain your answer.
Writing Topics (continued)
Some people think that governments should spend as much money as possible on developing or buying computer technology. Other people disagree and think that this money should be spent on more basic needs. Which one of these opinions do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Some people like doing work by hand. Others prefer using machines. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Schools should ask students to evaluate their teachers. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
In your opinion, what is the most important characteristic (for example, honesty, intelligence, a sense of humor) that a person can have to be successful in life? Use specific reasons and examples from your experience to explain your answer. When you write your answer, you are not limited to the examples listed in the question.
It is generally agreed that society benefits from the work of its members. Compare the contributions of artists to society with the contributions of scientists to society. Which type of contribution do you think is valued more by your society? Give specific reasons to support your answer.
Students at universities often have a choice of places to live. They may choose to live in university dormitories, or they may choose to live in apartments in the community. Compare the advantages of living in university housing with the advantages of living in an apartment in the community. Where would you prefer to live? Give reasons for your preference.
You need to travel from your home to a place 40 miles (64 kilometers) away. Compare the different kinds of transportation you could use. Tell which method of travel you would choose. Give specific reasons for your choice.
Some people believe that a college or university education should be available to all students. Others believe that higher education should be available only to good students. Discuss these views. Which view do you agree with? Explain why.
Some people believe that the best way of learning about life is by listening to the advice of family and friends. Other people believe that the best way of learning about life is through personal experience. Compare the advantages of these two different ways of learning about life. Which do you think is preferable? Use specific examples to support your preference.
When people move to another country, some of them decide to follow the customs of the new country. Others prefer to keep their own customs. Compare these two choices. Which one do you prefer? Support your answer with specific details.
Some people prefer to spend most of their time alone. Others like to be with friends most of the time. Do you prefer to spend your time alone or with friends? Use specific reasons to support your answer.
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.
Some people think that children should begin their formal education at a very early age and should spend most of their time on school studies. Others believe that young children should spend most of their time playing. Compare these two views. Which view do you agree with? Why?
The government has announced that it plans to build a new university. Some people think that your community would be a good place to locate the university. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a new university in your community. Use specific details in your discussion.
Some people think that the family is the most important influence on young adults. Other people think that friends are the most important influence on young adults. Which view do you agree with? Use examples to support your position.
Some people prefer to plan activities for their free time very carefully. Others choose not to make any plans at all for their free time. Compare the benefits of planning free-time activities with the benefits of not making plans. Which do you prefer . planning or not planning for your leisure time? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your choice.
People learn in different ways. Some people learn by doing things; other people learn by reading about things; others learn by listening to people talk about things. Which of these methods of learning is best for you? Use specific examples to support your choice.
Some people choose friends who are different from themselves. Others choose friends who are similar to themselves. Compare the advantages of having friends who are different from you with the advantages of having friends who are similar to you. Which kind of friend do you prefer for yourself? Why?
Some people enjoy change, and they look forward to new experiences. Others like their lives to stay the same, and they do not change their usual habits. Compare these two approaches to life. Which approach do you prefer? Explain why.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People behave differently when they wear different clothes. Do you agree that different clothes influence the way people behave? Use specific examples to support your answer.
Decisions can be made quickly, or they can be made after careful thought. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The decisions that people make quickly are always wrong. Use reasons and specific examples to support your opinion.
Some people trust their first impressions about a person’s character because they believe these judgments are generally correct. Other people do not judge a person’s character quickly because they believe first impressions are often wrong. Compare these two attitudes. Which attitude do you agree with? Support your choice with specific examples.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People are never satisfied with what they have; they always want something more or something different. Use specific reasons to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People should read only those books that are about real events, real people, and established facts. Use specific reasons and details to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is more important for students to study history and literature than it is for them to study science and mathematics. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? All students should be required to study art and music in secondary school. Use specific reasons to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? There is nothing that young people can teach older people. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Reading fiction (such as novels and short stories) is more enjoyable than watching movies. Use specific reasons and examples to explain your position.
Some people say that physical exercise should be a required part of every school day. Other people believe that students should spend the whole school day on academic studies. Which opinion do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
A university plans to develop a new research center in your country. Some people want a center for business research. Other people want a center for research in agriculture (farming). Which of these two kinds of research centers do you recommend for your country? Use specific reasons in your recommendation.
Some young children spend a great amount of their time practicing sports. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Only people who earn a lot of money are successful. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
If you could invent something new, what product would you develop? Use specific details to explain why this invention is needed.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A person’s childhood years (the time from birth to twelve years of age) are the most important years of a person’s life. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should be required to help with household tasks as soon as they are able to do so. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some high schools require all students to wear school uniforms. Other high schools permit students to decide what to wear to school. Which of these two school policies do you think is better? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Playing a game is fun only when you win. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? High schools should allow students to study the courses that students want to study. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is better to be a member of a group than to be the leader of a group. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
What do you consider to be the most important room in a house? Why is this room more important to you than any other room? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some items (such as clothes or furniture) can be made by hand or by machine. Which do you prefer . items made by hand or items made by machine? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your choice.
If you could make one important change in a school that you attended, what change would you make? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
A gift (such as a camera, a soccer ball, or an animal) can contribute to a child’s development. What gift would you give to help a child develop? Why? Use reasons and specific examples to support your choice.
Some people believe that students should be given one long vacation each year. Others believe that students should have several short vacations throughout the year. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Would you prefer to live in a traditional house or in a modern apartment building? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people prefer to spend their free time outdoors. Other people prefer to spend their leisure time indoors. Would you prefer to be outside or would you prefer to be inside for your leisure activities? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your choice.
Your school has received a gift of money. What do you think is the best way for your school to spend this money? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Playing games teaches us about life. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Imagine that you have received some land to use as you wish. How would you use this land? Use specific details to explain your answer.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Watching television is bad for children. Use specific details and examples to support your answer.
What is the most important animal in your country? Why is the animal important? Use reasons and specific details to explain your answer.
Many parts of the world are losing important natural resources, such as forests, animals, or clean water. Choose one resource that is disappearing and explain why it needs to be saved. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A zoo has no useful purpose. Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
In some countries, people are no longer allowed to smoke in many public places and office buildings. Do you think this is a good rule or a bad rule? Use specific reasons and details to support your position.
Plants can provide food, shelter, clothing, or medicine. What is one kind of plant that is important to you or the people in your country? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
You have the opportunity to visit a foreign country for two weeks. Which country would you like to visit? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
In the future, students may have the choice of studying at home by using technology such as computers or television or of studying at traditional schools. Which would you prefer? Use reasons and specific details to explain your choice.
When famous people such as actors, athletes and rock stars give their opinions, many people listen. Do you think we should pay attention to these opinions? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The twentieth century saw great change. In your opinion, what is one change that should be remembered about the twentieth century? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
When people need to complain about a product or poor service, some prefer to complain in writing and others prefer to complain in person. Which way do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
People remember special gifts or presents that they have received. Why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some famous athletes and entertainers earn millions of dollars every year. Do you think these people deserve such high salaries? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Writing Topics (continued)
Is the ability to read and write more important today than in the past? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
People do many different things to stay healthy. What do you do for good health? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
You have decided to give several hours of your time each month to improve the community where you live. What is one thing you will do to improve your community? Why? Use specific reasons and details to explain your choice.
People recognize a difference between children and adults. What events (experiences or ceremonies) make a person an adult? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
Your school has enough money to purchase either computers for students or books for the library. Which should your school choose to buy . computers or books? Use specific reasons and examples to support your recommendation.
Many students choose to attend schools or universities outside their home countries. Why do some students study abroad? Use specific reasons and details to explain your answer.
People listen to music for different reasons and at different times. Why is music important to many people? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Groups or organizations are an important part of some people’s lives. Why are groups or organizations important to people? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
Imagine that you are preparing for a trip. You plan to be away from your home for a year. In addition to clothing and personal care items, you can take one additional thing. What would you take and why? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
When students move to a new school, they sometimes face problems. How can schools help these students with their problems? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
It is sometimes said that borrowing money from a friend can harm or damage the friendship. Do you agree? Why or why not? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.
Every generation of people is different in important ways. How is your generation different from your parents’ generation? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
Some students like classes where teachers lecture (do all of the talking) in class. Other students prefer classes where the students do some of the talking. Which type of class do you prefer? Give specific reasons and details to support your choice.
Holidays honor people or events. If you could create a new holiday, what person or event would it honor and how would you want people to celebrate it? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
A friend of yours has received some money and plans to use all of it either
. to go on vacation . to buy a car Your friend has asked you for advice. Compare your friend’s two choices and explain which one you think your friend should choose. Use specific reasons and details to support your choice. The 21st century has begun. What changes do you think this new century will bring? Use examples and details in your answer.
What are some of the qualities of a good parent? Use specific details and examples to explain your answer.
Movies are popular all over the world. Explain why movies are so popular. Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
In your country, is there more need for land to be left in its natural condition or is there more need for land to be developed for housing and industry? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Many people have a close relationship with their pets. These people treat their birds, cats, or other animals as members of their family. In your opinion, are such relationships good? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Films can tell us a lot about the country where they were made. What have you learned about a country from watching its movies? Use specific examples and details to support your response.
Some students prefer to study alone. Others prefer to study with a group of students. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
You have enough money to purchase either a house or a business. Which would you choose to buy? Give specific reasons to explain your choice.
Integrated Writing Task
Reading Time: 3 minutes
Two principal types of tests are used in secondary schools, and, in all types of schools. One type is the objective test. Different types of questions can be asked on objective test: multiple choice, fill in the blanks, true-or-false, matching, and so on. The other type of test is the subjective test, or essay test. This type of test asks students to write essays on one or more topics.
Although objective tests continue to be used in many high school classrooms, today the essay test is most often used because it tests a higher level of understanding. Objective tests simply test a student’s ability to memorize dates, names, and other facts. Essay tests, on the other hand, require students to organize and analyze, to see relationships, and to present information in a clear way. This is much more realistic task than any presented in an objective test. In real life, of course, questions will not be presented in a multiple-choice format; instead, they require students to organize and communicate their thoughts in a logical way.
Essay exams emphasize to high school students the need to express themselves clearly and effectively in writing. Everyone agrees this is a necessary skill for all students at all levels and in all disciplines. And if teachers in history classes give essay exams, they encourage their students to apply themselves with more enthusiasm in their compositions classes. Besides, as a bonus for the busy teacher, essay exams take far less time to construct than objective tests.
Now, listen to a lecture for 2 minutes.
You can use the rest of this page as a memo.
Question:
Summarize the main points made in the lecture that you just heard, discussing how they cast doubt on points made in the reading. You can refer to the reading passage as you write. (20 minutes, 200 words)
àThe speaker says that it is best to use combination of the objective test and the subjective test. In the reading text, the writer says that the subjective test is better than the objective test. The subjective test can be useful in some aspects, for example students need to organize and analyze their ideas and express themselves clearly and effectively.[YN1]
改行Although speaker admits the benefits of the subjective test, he says some problems of the type of test. One problem is that students may get a high score nonetheless they do not memorize the fundamental knowledge of the writing topic. Another problem is that there is no clear value frame in the essay test, so the writing grade is different in each teacher the writing papers check. The objective test is suitable in the class which is in[YN2] many students. Teachers can score their objective test automatically[YN3] . In this case, the objective test is useful. The essay test, however, it is suitable to use[YN4] in small class. In conclusion, teacher should use the two types of test in their suitable situation.
Independent Task
Question:
Some people believe that money spent on space research benefits all of humanity. Other people take the opposite view and say that money spent on this type of research is wasted. Tell which point of view you agree with and explain why, using specific details and reasons. (30 minutes, 300 words)
àI agree with the opinion that people should spend money on the space research. One reason for this is that I think that it is necessary to develop the science which makes our live more convenient. There is not gravity situation[YN5] in space so Scientist can experience[YN6] something which can not experience on the earth. No gravity situation would help the experiences which would prove the new theories.
改行In addition, if people can not live in[YN7] the earth, they need to find another planet to live. The environmental problems are getting worse on the earth like global warming. If these problems are not solved in the future, the earth must be abandoned. People need to arrange environment which people can live, and people have a possibility that they can live other planets. Some people say that they should not spend huge budget to study on space, but research on space will be useful in the future despite not the present[YN8] .
Reading Time: 3 minutes
Two principal types of tests are used in secondary schools, and, in all types of schools. One type is the objective test. Different types of questions can be asked on objective test: multiple choice, fill in the blanks, true-or-false, matching, and so on. The other type of test is the subjective test, or essay test. This type of test asks students to write essays on one or more topics.
Although objective tests continue to be used in many high school classrooms, today the essay test is most often used because it tests a higher level of understanding. Objective tests simply test a student’s ability to memorize dates, names, and other facts. Essay tests, on the other hand, require students to organize and analyze, to see relationships, and to present information in a clear way. This is much more realistic task than any presented in an objective test. In real life, of course, questions will not be presented in a multiple-choice format; instead, they require students to organize and communicate their thoughts in a logical way.
Essay exams emphasize to high school students the need to express themselves clearly and effectively in writing. Everyone agrees this is a necessary skill for all students at all levels and in all disciplines. And if teachers in history classes give essay exams, they encourage their students to apply themselves with more enthusiasm in their compositions classes. Besides, as a bonus for the busy teacher, essay exams take far less time to construct than objective tests.
Now, listen to a lecture for 2 minutes.
You can use the rest of this page as a memo.
Question:
Summarize the main points made in the lecture that you just heard, discussing how they cast doubt on points made in the reading. You can refer to the reading passage as you write. (20 minutes, 200 words)
àThe speaker says that it is best to use combination of the objective test and the subjective test. In the reading text, the writer says that the subjective test is better than the objective test. The subjective test can be useful in some aspects, for example students need to organize and analyze their ideas and express themselves clearly and effectively.[YN1]
改行Although speaker admits the benefits of the subjective test, he says some problems of the type of test. One problem is that students may get a high score nonetheless they do not memorize the fundamental knowledge of the writing topic. Another problem is that there is no clear value frame in the essay test, so the writing grade is different in each teacher the writing papers check. The objective test is suitable in the class which is in[YN2] many students. Teachers can score their objective test automatically[YN3] . In this case, the objective test is useful. The essay test, however, it is suitable to use[YN4] in small class. In conclusion, teacher should use the two types of test in their suitable situation.
Independent Task
Question:
Some people believe that money spent on space research benefits all of humanity. Other people take the opposite view and say that money spent on this type of research is wasted. Tell which point of view you agree with and explain why, using specific details and reasons. (30 minutes, 300 words)
àI agree with the opinion that people should spend money on the space research. One reason for this is that I think that it is necessary to develop the science which makes our live more convenient. There is not gravity situation[YN5] in space so Scientist can experience[YN6] something which can not experience on the earth. No gravity situation would help the experiences which would prove the new theories.
改行In addition, if people can not live in[YN7] the earth, they need to find another planet to live. The environmental problems are getting worse on the earth like global warming. If these problems are not solved in the future, the earth must be abandoned. People need to arrange environment which people can live, and people have a possibility that they can live other planets. Some people say that they should not spend huge budget to study on space, but research on space will be useful in the future despite not the present[YN8] .
TOEFL STUDY
Independent Writing Task (30minutes)
Some people believe that zoos serve useful functions. Other people believe that it is cruel and wrong to confine animals in zoos. Tell which point of view you agree with and explain why, using details and reasons.
→ I prefer the statement that zoos serve useful functions to the statement that confining animals in zoos is cruel and wrong. I want to justify my opinion in following passages.
I have two reasons why I choose the opinion. One reason is that zoos make people fun. People in the city can watch in zoo various animals which they can’t see in their daily life. Those people are apart from nature, and they rarely see wild animals. The situation is not usual for human being historically. There were many animals around human in past time, so people want to watch them, and they are interested in them.
Another reason is that animals in zoos contribute to studying biology for researchers. While Cities have lavatories or universities to study biology, it is tough for researchers of biology to observe animal’s behavior which helps their study. To solve this problem, researchers can observe all life of animals in zoos from being born to dying.
Some people say that it is cruel and wrong to confine animals in zoos. The opinion seems to be right, but animals are saved from danger. Wild animals always face tough situations. They do not know when they are attacked. On the other hand, animals in zoo do not need to be worried about the situation. Animals may be happy in zoos
People in the city tend to take less time to watch animals. They should not forget nature object. Zoos provide the useful time to watch animals. I think it is important for human being.
Some people believe that zoos serve useful functions. Other people believe that it is cruel and wrong to confine animals in zoos. Tell which point of view you agree with and explain why, using details and reasons.
→ I prefer the statement that zoos serve useful functions to the statement that confining animals in zoos is cruel and wrong. I want to justify my opinion in following passages.
I have two reasons why I choose the opinion. One reason is that zoos make people fun. People in the city can watch in zoo various animals which they can’t see in their daily life. Those people are apart from nature, and they rarely see wild animals. The situation is not usual for human being historically. There were many animals around human in past time, so people want to watch them, and they are interested in them.
Another reason is that animals in zoos contribute to studying biology for researchers. While Cities have lavatories or universities to study biology, it is tough for researchers of biology to observe animal’s behavior which helps their study. To solve this problem, researchers can observe all life of animals in zoos from being born to dying.
Some people say that it is cruel and wrong to confine animals in zoos. The opinion seems to be right, but animals are saved from danger. Wild animals always face tough situations. They do not know when they are attacked. On the other hand, animals in zoo do not need to be worried about the situation. Animals may be happy in zoos
People in the city tend to take less time to watch animals. They should not forget nature object. Zoos provide the useful time to watch animals. I think it is important for human being.
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