Посмотрите на некоторые задания по Writing и Speaking с официальных экзаменов в апреле 2017 года и используйте их для подготовки! Темами делятся люди, сдававшие IELTS. Мы даем свои комментарии на особенно интересные и каверзные, на наш взгляд, темы.
Конечно, не стоит надеяться на то, что эти темы будут повторяться на будущих экзаменах, но помните, что чем больше тем вы проработаете, тем понятнее вам станет формат IELTS и тем подкованнее вы будете. Тематика по сути имеет свои пределы, и, возможно, темы их подобных сфер жизни могут оказаться на вашем экзамене!
Указанные темы взяты с отличного англоязычного сайта для подготовки к IELTS www.ielts-blog.com. Для вашего удобства я собрал темы в один пост.
IELTS WRITING
Writing task 2
Some people believe it is better for children to grow up in the city while others say it is better to grow up in the countryside. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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Интересно, что эту тему я использую на своих занятиях по подготовке к IELTS — легче не придумаешь. Обратите внимание, что в данном эссе достаточно только рассмотреть плюсы взросления ребенка в городе и в сельской местности. Минусы рассматривать не нужно.
Очевидные плюсы взросления детей в сельской местности:
(1) более здоровая атмосфера для ребенка, более здоровое питание, здоровый образ жизни
(2) жизнь в сельской местности предполагает меньший объем стрессов
Плюсы от воспитания ребенка в городе:
(1) качество образования лучше
(2) больше вариантов карьерного роста в будущем.
Итог: идеальной могла бы быть ситуация, когда ребенок до школьного возраста рос бы в селе, а образование получал бы в городской среде.
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Writing task 2
Many criminals after serving their time behind bars usually commit crimes again. Why do you think it is so? Give causes and your solution to it.
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Чтобы заполнить Essay body 1 и 2, нужно найти две причины, почему преступники, выйдя из тюрьмы, совершают преступления вновь.Например, причина 1: проблема адаптации в обществе после судимости. Имея судимость, человеку непросто устроиться на работу, что может толкать его на преступный путь, чтобы обеспечить себе существование
Причина 2: проблема окружения в годы отбытия тюремного срока. Окруженный преступниками в течение нескольких лет, человек меняет свои жизненные ценности и выстраивает свое поведение на свободе по принципам, привитым ему годами в заточении.
Путь решения проблемы: нужны программы психологической и медицинской реабилитации бывших преступников, и государство должно помогать им интегрироваться в общество.
Writing task 2
Nowadays most developing countries receive financial aid from international organisations. However, many people believe that help in a form of advice and skills is more important and useful than money. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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Тема о том, предоставлять ли развивающимся странам помощь в виде денег или в виде обучения их граждан. Нужно рассмотреть обе стороны и дать свое мнение о том, что эффективнее.
Помощь в виде денег:
(1) Финансирование необходимо на текущие нужды — выплата государственного долга, на социальные выплаты населению или на инфраструктурные проекты.
(2) Финансирование необходимо в периоды природных катастроф — землетрясение или наводнение, когда срочно нужна помощь.
Помощь в виде advice/skills:
(1) Этот способ очень эффективен, чтобы стимулировать страну развиваться, а не зависеть постоянно от иностранного финансирования, которое подразумевает долги и проценты по этим долгам.
(2) Следует организовать программы обучения специалистов в ключевых сферах — наука, госуправление, экономика и прочее, чтобы специалисты затем смогли принимать более эффективные решения, влияющие на будущее страны.
Итог: нужен баланс между этими двумя способами помощи. В то время как прямое финансирование крайне важно в определенных ситуациях, помощь в виде обучения — это вклад в будущее страны.
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Writing task 2
Some people think that you need more money to be happy, while others prefer to have more free time than money. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Writing task 2
Some people think that children today are not as fit and healthy as in the past. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give you opinion, reasons and solutions.
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Тема говорит о том, что дети физически не так развиты и здоровы, как в прошлом. Нужно найти причины и пути решения этой проблемы.
Причины:
(1) неправильное питание (легкий доступ к нездоровой пище и ненадлежащий контроль со стороны родителей)
(2) пассивный образ жизни, который вызван засильем технологий в жизни детей.
Пути решения:
(1) контроль со стороны родителей в плане питания — возможно, родители сами подают пример неправильного питания и сидячего образа жизни.
(2) родители должны вместе с детьми практиковать активный образ жизни
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Writing task 2
Nowadays the number of cars on roads is increasing incrementally. In order to change this trend strict road tolls should be paid on busy roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.
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Речь о том, что нужно вводить плату за проезд автомобилей по дорогам в районах, где наблюдается интенсивное движение, чтобы сократить количество машин. Согласен / не согласен.
Я бы построил эссе следующим образом:
Рассмотрим политику введения road tolls:
(1) плата за проезд заставит водителей задуматься о ежемесячных расходах и, возможно, подтолкнет их к использованию общественного транспорта
(2) эта мера может сократить движение, но те, кому нужно ездить по этим дорогам каждый день (скажем, на работу), будут согласны платить.
Однако нужно использовать и другие меры, которые помогут решить эту проблему:
(1) более действенным выходом из положения является улучшение дорожной инфраструктуры (расширить дороги, сократить число светофоров)
(2) развитие удобного и доступного по цене общественного транспорта, которым будет пользоваться выгоднее, чем автомобилем
Итог:
Одного введения платы за проезд по дорогам будет недостаточно для решения проблемы интенсивного дорожного движения. Я соглашусь с утверждением, указанным в теме, но при условии что и другие меры использовать также следует (улучшение транспортной инфраструктуры и развитие общественного транспорта).
Writing task 2
Consumers nowadays are faced with increased advertising from competitive companies. To what extent do you think consumers are influenced by these advertisements? What measures can be taken to tackle this issue?
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Влияние большого количества рекламы разных производителей на потребителей. Заметьте, что в теме стоит два вопроса! Второй вопрос какой-то непонятный в данном контексте. Видимо, человек не совсем правильно передал суть вопроса.
Ответ на вопрос: To what extent do you think consumers are influenced by these advertisements?
(1) реклама конкурирующих производителей влияет на выбор товара, и потребитель может сравнивать условия покупки и выбирать подходящий вариант — это плюс.
(2) засилье рекламы может путать потребителей, и они могут перестать на нее обращать внимание, и это снижает эффективность рекламы — это минус.
Ответ на вопрос: What measures can be taken to tackle this issue?
(1) рекламу стоит воспринимать критически, потому что в ней может содержаться ложная информация
(2) потребитель может смотреть отзывы о товаре/услуге онлайн или от знакомых, если рекламе он не доверяет
Итог:
реклама выполняет положительную функцию, информируя потребителя, но ее засилье может вводить людей в тупик. Рекомендуется проверять качество товара/услуги, читая мнения других потребителей.
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Writing task 2
Some people believe that for an effective studying process at school students should be involved in decisions how to run the school. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Writing task 2
Most people try to balance between work and other part of lives. Unfortunately, not many achieve this delicate balance. What are the main problems people are facing? What is the best way to overcome them?
IELTS SPEAKING
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you usually do at work?
– What kind of activities do you do at home?
– Are there any household tasks you do not like? Why?
– Did you study music when you were a child?
– Do you play any instruments now?
– Do you think it is easy to learn to play a new instrument?
Cue Card
Talk about a neighbour that you know well. Please say
– Who is he/she?
– How did you meet him/her?
– Do you like him/her? Why?
Discussion
– Do you know other neighbours in your neighbourhood?
– What kind of people do you think are important for the neighbourhood?
– Do you think local businesses are important to the community?
– Do you have an example of a community becoming better or worse?
– What do you think about the impact of technology on the community?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
Cue Card
Talk about a moment that made you laugh a lot and you cannot forget it. Please say
– What happened?
– When and where did it take place?
– Why was it so funny?
Discussion
– Let’s talk about comedy.
– Who is funnier, women or men?
– Why do you think so?
– Can you name a few famous comedians in your country?
– What is better, reading a funny story or watching a comedy movie? Why?
– What do you personally prefer? Why?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What subject are you studying?
– Do you like photography?
– What is more valuable, photo or video?
– Why do you think so?
Cue Card
Talk about a nice place for relaxation that you know and use. Please say
– Where and what is this place?
– Why do you go there?
– Who do you go there with?
Discussion
– What do you think about work for big corporations?
– Would you like to work for one? Why?
– What are the pleasant and unpleasant things about such workplaces?
– How should the manager and staff communicate in your opinion?
– Why do you think this is important?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– Let’s talk about your home.
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– What does it look like?
– What can you see from your windows?
– Do you like to stay in your hometown or city?
– Let’s talk about colors.
– What is your favorite color?
– What color do your friends like?
– What color wouldn’t you like to see on the walls of your home?
– Why is that?
Cue Card
Describe a piece of equipment that has been in your home for years and you still use it. Please say
– What is it?
– How often do you use it?
– Do your family members use this equipment too?
Discussion
– Why do you like using this equipment?
– How long have you had it in your family for?
– Did you buy it?
– Do other people use such equipment?
– What other machines can you see in the office?
– Are people changing their things frequently?
– Which kind of machines do people use in a factory?
– What are the consequences of using machines for work?
– Who is using machinery the most, younger or older workers?
– Do you think older people feel comfortable using machinery?
– Why is that?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What subject are you studying?
– How do you see your future career?
– Why is that?
– Do you like writing?
– Would you consider becoming a writer?
Cue Card
Talk about a place you use for relaxation. Please say
– What and where is this place?
– How often do you go there?
– How did you find this place?
Discussion
– How do people in your country like to relax?
– How were people relaxing in the past?
– Is it different today?
– Why do you think so?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What are you doing now?
– Who was your favorite teacher?
– Why did you like him/her the most?
– Would you like to become a teacher in the future?
– Why is that?
Cue Card
Talk about a gift that you gave to someone and the occasion. Please say
– What was the gift and the occasion?
– Why did you choose this gift?
– Where did you buy it?
– How did the person feel after receiving it?
Discussion
– Why do people give gifts in our society?
– Why do some people like to give hand-made gifts instead of purchasing them in a store?
– What kind of educational gifts can be given to children?
– What is the significance of these gifts?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What subjects are you studying?
– Why did you chose these subjects?
– Where are you planning to work after finishing your studies?
– Let’s talk about photographs.
– Do you like taking photos?
– Why do you keep these photos?
– Do you like taking photos while on a trip?
– What do you do in your free time?
– Where do people usually spend their free time in your country?
– How do you usually spend your weekends?
Cue Card
Describe an event that you enjoyed recently. Please say
– What was the event?
– When and where did it take place?
– Who was there with you?
Discussion
– Did you enjoy the event?
– What was special about it?
– What kind of facilities can you suggest for young people to spend their time effectively?
– Should children spend their entire time with their parents? Why?
– Are there any approaches that can be used when parents cannot spend time with their children?
– What kind of activities are popular with children?
– Do you think that twenty four hours in a day is enough nowadays? Why?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– Why did you chose this profession?
– What do you usually do in your free time?
– Let’s talk about reading.
– Do you like to read? Why?
– What kind of books do you prefer?
– Can you name a few that you like?
Cue Card
Talk about a piece of equipment that you use at home. Please say
– What is it?
– How do you use it?
– How important is it to you and your family members?
Discussion
– Let’s talk about technology.
– How is technology helping you?
– Give some examples, please.
– What are the negative impacts of modern technology on us?
– To what extent did it influence you?
– To what extent did it influence your family members?
– Would you like to have a robot in your home in the future?
– Will robots replace people in the future?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Please describe your city.
– Do you like it? Why?
– What is your favorite TV program?
– Why is that?
– What do you do in your spare time?
Cue Card
Describe an interesting neighbour of yours. Please say
– Who is he/she?
– When and where did you meet him/her?
– What do you do together?
Discussion
– What is the importance of neighbours in our society?
– Do neighbours nowadays differ from the past? Why?
– Do you think smaller communities have better communication than big ones?
– Why do you think so?
– Do people of small community do a better job of developing their community?
– How are small and big businesses involved in developing small communities?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– What is so special about this place?
– Did you like living in your hometown?
– What is your favorite place in your hometown?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
Cue Card
Describe a café that you like and visit often. Please say
– Where and what is it?
– When do you usually go there?
– What do you usually order there?
Discussion
– What do you like and dislike about this cafe?
– Will you go there again?
– Do you visit it by yourself or with friends?
– Do you think people are meant to live in big cities surrounded by strangers?
– Why do you think so?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Describe your hometown.
– Do you like children?
– How often do you watch television?
– Did you watch a lot of TV as a child? Why?
– Do you like buying shoes?
– What do you prefer to wear, comfortable or fashionable shoes?
– Have you ever bought shoes online?
Cue Card
Talk about a good time you spent with a young child. Please say
– who the child is
– when you spent time with him/her
– what you did together
– and why you had a good time.
Discussion
– Do you think it is a good strategy for parents to always control their children?
– Why do you think so?
– Are children living differently now than in the past?
– Nowadays children use lots of electronic gadgets, what do you think about it?
– Does it affect children’s development?
– In what way?
– Are there any positive effects of using gadgets?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What subject are you studying?
Cue Card
Describe two people from the same family that you know well. Please say
– Who are they?
– How did you meet?
– What do you do together?
Discussion
– Let’s talk about children’s influence on a family.
– Compare your past and current family life.
– Is it easy to make new friends?