Writing Idea Bank

With the growing gap between rich and poor countries around the world, some people think that rich countries should economically support poorer countries more than they have in the past. Do you agree?

The gap between rich and poor countries is expanding. How can it be resolved?

 Some companies rely 100% on technology for calculations and other such functions. What advantages does technology bring to the workplace? Is there a downside to relying too much on technology?

Online translations will one day make learning foreign languages obsolete. What is your opinion?

People are spending too much time on their smart phones. Why is this? Is it a positive or negative trend?

 Smart phones provide an instant way to video record or photograph someone. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?

In many areas of work, robots are being given more roles. Is this a positive or negative trend?

Low-cost airline travel is damaging the environment. Do you agree?

The government should encourage people to use electric cars. What are the advantages and disadvantages of electric cars?

Some people believe the world is getting hotter. What are the causes and possible solutions for global warming?

Plant and animal diversity is declining around the world. Why is this happening? Why is this a problem?

The government should take full responsibility for environmental issues, but others believe it ought to be the responsibility of individuals. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Environmental problems should be tackled internationally, not nationally. Do you agree?

Recycling is an important part of protecting the environment. Why is this? How could more people be encouraged to recycle?

Some people think that all children in school should learn a foreign language at an early age.

Reading books is essential for a child’s development. Do you agree?

Some children are home schooled. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of home schooling?

 Many children and adults enjoy watching historical films and serial dramas. What are the advantages and disadvantages of learning about historical events or characters from such sources?

Some people think tests are better than continual assessment as a way to evaluate school children. What is your opinion?

Schools should put more emphasis on sport and exercise, while others believe schools should focus on science subjects. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Computers and smartphones will be the death of handwriting, grammar, and spelling. Do you agree?

While some parents think homework puts too much pressure on children, others believe it is essential for a child’s educational development. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Having a university education is the best way to guarantee a successful career. To what extent do you agree?

University education should be free for all. Do you agree?

Some schools no longer teach children handwriting skills. Do you think this is a positive or negative trend?

Parents should be solely responsible to keep their children safe online. To what extent do you agree?

Schools, not parents, should be responsible for teaching children good behaviour. Who should be responsible for teaching children good behaviour? What can be done to promote good behaviour in children?

More people are educating themselves with online educational sources. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Parents have a responsibility to help children with their homework, but others believe children should do it on their own. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. 

Children can benefit from spending more time with their grandparents. Do you agree?

Adult children are choosing to live with their parents longer. Why is this happening? Is it a positive or negative trend? 

Tourism is increasing in many far-to-reach places around the world. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of this trend? 

Traditional ways of life are being lost in the modern world. Why is this happening? Do you think it is a positive or negative trend? 

The government should support local artists financially. Do you agree?

People should adapt how they live to fit into a new country. Do you agree?

The world would be a better place with only one culture and no cultural misunderstandings. Do you agree? 

Large supermarkets vs. small local shops – Do you agree they will die out? 

Companies should relocate their factories to rural areas. Is this a good idea?

Some companies use a lot of packaging when selling their products. Why is this? Is it a good thing?

Next-day delivery services: Good or harmful?

Some people think that teenagers should be given the same punishment for crimes as adults. What is your opinion?

Do developments in technology make crime easier to detect or do they make people more vulnerable to crime? Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Studies show that many criminals have a low level of education. For this reason, people believe that the best way to reduce crime is to educate people in prison so they can get a job when they leave prison. Do you agree or disagree?

Parents should be punished for the crimes of their children. To what extent do you agree?

 Some films glorify criminal behaviour which might tempt some people into crime. Do you think such films should be banned?

Money management should be taught in schools. Do you agree?

Some people think saving money is the most important thing, while others believe it is better to spend money and enjoy life. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Spending money on luxury items or special occasions is very expensive. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

More and more people are streaming films and serial dramas online. Is this a positive or negative development? 

Social media provides a convenient outlet for people to vent their negative feelings about a situation or a person. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?