IELTS All Topics

Some people believe that the government must ensure that citizens have a healthy diet, while others think this is an individual's duty. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in towns and cities closing. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that all teenagers should be required to do unpaid work in their free time to help the local community. They believe this would benefit both the individual teenager and society as a whole. Do you agree or disagree?

In the past, it was only possible to contact people at home by letter or telephone. Nowadays, mobile devices mean that we can communicate with people anywhere and at any time. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

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

Some young people spend a year traveling or working before they start university. Some people believe that the disadvantages of this decision outweigh its benefits. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Modern technology has made it possible for people to view exhibitions at home, so museums and art galleries will disappear soon. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The ownership of cars should be restricted to one per family in order to reduce traffic congestion and pollution. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Most writers of fiction do not earn enough money from their writing. Do you think the government should give them financial assistance to help encourage good literature?

Children can learn effectively by watching television. Therefore, they should be encouraged to watch television regularly at home and school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?