IELTS essays task II - General task

In many countries, supermarkets have caused small shops to close down. Is this having more advantages or more disadvantages? (73)
Many countries aim to improve their standard of living by economic development, but some important social values are lost as a result. Do you think the advantages of economic development outweigh the disadvantages? (61)
More and more companies allow their employees to work from home or “remotely” rather than going into an office each day. Do the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages? (89)
Children can learn effectively by watching television. Therefore they should be encouraged to watch television regularly at home and at school. To what extent do you agree? (56)
Should museums and art galleries be free of charge for the general public, or should a charge, even a voluntary charge, be levied for admittance?Discuss this issue, and give your opinion (56)
Students prefer doing part-time jobs during their studiesWhat are the advantages or disadvantages of this? (56)
Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology.In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make?Has this become a positive or negative development? (56)
You are studying in a college and your friend recently asked your opinion about it.Write a letter to your friend explaining the college and giving your recommendations.In your letter, include:why did you apply for admission to this college?what do you lik (56)
some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (73)
In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of ageing populations. (73)
Parents are the best teachers. (67)
Many museums charge for admission while others are free.Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to museums outweigh the disadvantages? (73)
Some people believe that violence on television and in computer games has a damaging effect on the society. Others deny that these factors have any significant influence on people's behaviour. What is your opinion? (61)
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like.Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology.Discuss both these views an (73)
Some people think that the modern technology is making people more sociable, while others think it is making them less sociable. Discuss both the views and give your opinion. (56)
Some people believe that men and women are equal so women should be able to do any job they want and others feels that men and women are not equal and therefore there are certain jobs which are not suitable for women. What is your opinion? (56)
Some people think that new technologies benefits the life of workers whereas some deny the statement. (89)
Labour-saving devices such as dishwashers and communication tools such as computers are supposed to make our lives easier. However, some people argue that these devices only make them more difficult.Does modern technology reduce or increase stress?Give re (67)
Being a celebrity – such as famous film star or sports personality – brings problems as well as benefits.Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your (84)
Some people believe that modern technology encourages more sociable behaviour. others say that this leads to lesser sociable behaviour. discuss both views with examples and provide your opinion. (89)