IELTS Task 2

Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

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Technology 16 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Some people think that the modern communication technology has a negative impact on social relationships.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?



2. We are becoming increasingly dependent on computer-based technology.

How do you think it will change in the future?

Is it good for us to rely so much on computers?



3. Life was better when technology was simpler.

To what extent do you agree and disagree?





4. Early technological developments helped ordinary people and changed their lives more than recent developments.

To what extent do you agree or disagree




5. When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive.

Do you agree and disagree with this statement?






6. 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.





7. Using a computer every day can have more negative than positive effects on your children.

Do you agree or disagree?




8. School children are becoming far too dependent on computers. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. Teachers need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all costs and go back to teaching basic study skills.

Do you agree or disagree?



9. Is it good for children to start using computers from an early age and spend long hours on them?

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages.



10. As computers are being used more and more in education, there will be soon no role for teachers in the classroom.

To what extent do you agree?



11. Some people think that young people can learn useful skills by playing electronic and computer games. Others argue that people who play electronic and computer games are wasting their time.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.



12. Computer games are very popular for all ages and nationalities. Parents think this has little educational value and it will be harmful for children.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?





13. Some say that the internet is making the world smaller by bringing people together.

To what extent do to you agree that the internet is making it easier for people to communicate with one another.



14. Beside a lot of advantages, some people believe that the Internet creates many problems.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?




15.There have been many inventions in human history, such as the wheel. Some people think the most important thing is the internet.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?




16. Nowadays, for many people, the Internet is replacing regular books.

What do you think will happen in the future and what is your opinion about this trend?


Essay Vocabulary

1

Affect

Quality, decisions, behaviour, life

Essay Sentence:

The excessive use of the internet negatively affects youngsters' behaviour in the family and society.

2

Conduct

Debate, examination, experiment, research, survey

Essay Sentence:

According to an ICFA study, excessive internet use has a negative impact on children's social conduct.

3

Discuss

Idea, issue, matter, problem, situation

Essay Sentence:

The benefits and drawbacks of technological advancements will be discussed/ examined in the following paragraphs.

4

Encounter

Difficulty, opposition, problem, situation

Essay Sentence:

Young children who are usually addicted to their electronics have problems with their relationships with others.

5

Limit

Ability, access, choice, growth, unemployment, use

Essay Sentence:

Parents can safeguard their children from cyber-abuse by limiting their access to the internet.

6

Transform

Life, economy, city

Essay Sentence:

Modern technology is transforming economies around the globe.


7

Considerable

Advantage, effort, improvement, pressure, progress

Essay Sentence:

The rise of artificial intelligence has resulted in a considerable increase in unemployment, particularly among low-wage workers.

8

Daily

Activity, basis, diet, routine, life

Essay Sentence:

The development of technology has tremendous impacts on people's daily lives.

9

Emotional

Attachment, impact, needs, state, support

Essay Sentence:

There are numerous flaws in computer-based education, including its failure to address students' emotional needs.


10

Fast

Fast-paced society, development, food, friends, growth, learners, speed

Essay Sentence:

Modern technology has made its position in a fast-paced society.


11

Important

Aspects, differences, issues, role

Essay Sentence:

Excellence in the field of technology plays an important part in the overall development of a country.


12

Modern

Age, art, era, people, society, life

Essay Sentence:

In modern life, mobile phones have become a necessity.


13

Remarkable

Achievement, discovery, improvement, performance, tolerance, tribute

Essay Sentence:

E-books have become a favourite of young learners because of their ability to teach a subject through pictures and videos.

14

Young

Age, children, couples, generation, offenders, people

Essay Sentence:

Instead of spending quality time with their families, young children choose to spend the majority of their time on their phones.


15

Innovative

Approach, idea, solution, suggestion, technique, method, technology

Essay Sentence:

Online education is a positive development for both teachers and students who adopt this innovative change.


16

Traditional

Approach, family, medicine, method, role, society, style, value, view, way

Essay Sentence:

Educationists are now speculating about the Internet's potential to replace traditional schools.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

existing technology

state-of-the-art technology

modern technology

new technology

advanced technology

complex technology

high technology

basic technology

innovative technology

efficient technology

digital technology

up-to-date technology

internet technology

computer technology

information technology

management technology

nuclear technology

production technology

space technology

gaming technology

software technology

current technology

wireless technology

educational technology

environmental technology

medical technology

cutting-edge technology

high-tech technology

computer age

wireless internet

digital computer

portable computer

computer buff

powerful computer

laptop

computer device

electronic device

computer software

computer fatigue

desktop pc

personal computer


VERBS

to access website/email

to boot up

to crash

to stay up to date

to develop

to install software

to sign up

to sign off

to sign in

to log in

to log out

to take advantage of

to create

to improve

to load website

to browse websites

to bookmark a web page

to go online

to download

to surf the web

to upgrade

to cut and paste

to back up files


NOUNS

a technophile

operating system

internet security

digital editing

social media

wireless network

word processing

video conferencing

a gadget

Internet access

Internet fraud

Internet link

Internet broadcast

Internet shopping

Internet user

websites

Internet expert

Internet business

Internet security

game changer

operating system

cutting-edge

digital editing

an indispensable part

large screen

use a search engine

to click on an icon

keep a hard copy

social media

wifi hotpots

word processing

automation

connection

innovation

up-to-date

computer literate

user friendly

greatest invention

emerging technology

predict weather and natural calamities

easiest and cheapest way

glued to screen

shop online

fast and easy

to upgrade computer system

pros and cons

to store massive data

international calls

read newspaper online

discussion forum online

the most wonderful gift

more dependency on computer

valuable information

enables to keep in touch with

social networking sites

make life more comfortable

email/online chatting/voice mail/video chat

greater accessibility

electronic data management

job interview/conference/online class

great means of communication

blessing of modern science

to face health problems

online marketing/banking

video conferencing

negative impact on social interaction

unreliable online information

to enter a web address

too much addicted to computer games

to make education accessible to countryside students

becoming machine dependent

physically disable

source of information storage

Environment 6 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences


1. The increase in the production of consumer goods results in damage to the natural environment.

What are the causes of this?

What can be done to solve this problem?


2. Nowadays environmental problems are too big to be managed by individual persons or individual countries. In other words, it is an international problem.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


3. Most people do not care enough about environmental issues.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


4. Problems with environmental pollution have become so serious that many countries are trying to solve these problems.

Suggest possible solutions and give your own opinion.


5. Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.



6. Scientists believe that the world is in danger due to environmental changes. Some people say that personal lifestyle changes should be made to reduce the damage to environment, while others think that the government should do something to help.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.


Essay Vocabulary


1

Address

Subject, matter, problem, issue

Essay Sentence:

To prevent additional climatic damage, the problem of environmental deterioration must be addressed at the earliest.


2

Ban

Drugs, poaching, weapons, advertising

Essay Sentence:

A stricter ban on poaching might save many species of animals from becoming extinct.

If poaching continues at its current rate for the next several years, several animal species will become extinct.


3

Destroy

Ecosystem, forest, hope, industry, life

Essay Sentence:

The emission of harmful gases is rapidly destroying the Earth’s atmosphere, causing unpredictable climatic conditions.

4

Fulfil

Ambition, demand, desire, dream, expectation

Essay Sentence:

The rising demand for power will not be met unless sufficient attention is paid to the promotion of renewable energy supplies.

5

Pose

Danger, problem, risk, threat

Essay Sentence:

Pollution is a severe threat to both the environment and life on the planet.


6

Current

State, condition, affairs, issues, news stories, operations, policy, trends

Essay Sentence:

It is undeniable that industrialised and wealthy countries are to blame for the current state of our ecosystem.


7

Environmental

Activist, awareness, change, damage, problem, study

Essay Sentence:

To begin with, taking public transportation helps save the environment.

8

Final

Approval, decision, product

Essay Sentence:

The final solution is to initiate public awareness campaigns about environmental damage.

9

Stressful

Activity, occupation

Essay Sentence:

Successful people usually have the ability to work in a hard-working, stressful and ever-changing environment.

10

Social

Awareness, background, development, justice, responsibility, life, media

Essay Sentence:

To address the issues of corruption/water scarcity/environmental harm, the government and individuals must collaborate to raise social awareness.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

friendly environment

stimulating environment

coastal environment

pleasant environment

favourable environment

economic environment

financial environment

cold environment

urban environment

clean environment

healthy environment

natural environment


VERBS

to exhaust fumes

to die out

to explore

to create

to litter

to protect

to become extinct

to preserve

to pollute

to improve

to adapt to

to get back to nature

to damage

to have an impact on

to be under threat

to use alternative energy resources

to dry up


NOUNS

pollution level

natural habitat

toxic waste

air quality

ecosystem

vegetation

soil erosion

recycle things

rain forest

energy conservation

environmentalists

heavy industry

loss of habitat

climate change

man-made disasters

environmentally friendly

the natural world

natural disaster

endangered species

acid rain

green belt

global warming

flash floods

wildlife conservation

future generation

fossil fuels

deforestation

greenhouse effect

melting of glaciers

chemical and industrial waste


PHRASES

conservation/protection of the environment

harmful to the environment

damage to the environment

emission of gases from cars and motorbikes

Society 7 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. The problem with society today is that it is essentially unbalanced, with some people being paid huge salaries to work very long hours, whilst others do not have a job and have too much time on their hands. There is no middle ground.

Do you agree or disagree?

2. When a traveler enters a new culture they should follow the social norms of that culture as closely as they can.

To what extent do you agree?

3. People who have original ideas are of much greater value to society than those who are simply able to copy the ideas of others well.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?



4. Some people believe that society is becoming less friendly these days.

Why do you think this might be? Suggest some ways in which this can be reversed.



5. People have historically attempted to achieve a perfect society. However, it is difficult to decide what a perfect society would be like. What would be the most important element of an ideal society?

What can normal people do to make society more perfect?



6. Throughout history, people have dreamed of living in a perfect society, but they have not agreed on what an ideal society would be like.

Why do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world?

How can people work towards achieving an ideal society?



7. Is freedom of speech necessary in a free society?

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?


Essay Vocabulary


1

Affect

Quality, decisions, behaviour, life

Essay Sentence:

The excessive use of the internet negatively affects youngsters' behaviour in the family and society.


2

Achieve

Success, goal, target, aim, growth

Essay Sentence:

Most people have to work day in and day out to achieve success in their career.

3

Curb

A problem, emission, attempt, growth

Essay Sentence:

To address the problem of illiteracy, more effective policymaking is required.

4

Encounter

Difficulty, opposition, problem, situation

Essay Sentence:

Young children who are usually addicted to their electronics have problems with their relationships with others.


5

Provide

Education, teaching, training, accommodation, service, opportunity, platform

Essay Sentence:

A civilised society can not be formed until all of its members are completely safe from crime.

6

Daily

Activity, basis, diet, routine, life

Essay Sentence:

The development of technology has tremendous impacts on people's daily lives.


7

Current

State, condition, affairs, issues, news stories, operations, policy, trends

Essay Sentence:

It is undeniable that industrialised and wealthy countries are to blame for the current state of our ecosystem.


8

Effective

Communication, interaction, means, methods, solutions

Essay Sentence:

The most common view is that imprisonment is the most effective solution to the problem of crime.


9

Final

Approval, decision, product

Essay Sentence:

The final solution is to initiate public awareness campaigns about environmental damage.


10

Fast

Fast-paced society, development, food, friends, growth, learners, speed

Essay Sentence:

Modern technology has made its position in a fast-paced society.


11

Local

Shops, area, authorities, community, government, newspapers, people, companies

Essay Sentence:

Due to the fact that consumers prefer to purchase at malls, the number of small local shops has decreased in recent years.


12

Moral

Education, duty, issues, value, responsibility, obligation, lessons

Essay Sentence:

Moral education, in my opinion, should become an integral part of modern education.


13

Useful

Advice, information, source, application

Essay Sentence:

Becoming a useful citizen of society is a milestone in a student's life.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

low-class society

modern society

civil society

middle-class society

high-class society

traditional society

democratic society

divided society

civilized society

multicultural society

cultural society

religious society

developed society

western society

industrial society

developing society

interconnected society


VERBS

to build

to join

to form

to create

to fit into

found

to start

to become a member of

to belong to

to shape

to set up

to establish


PHRASES

antisocial behaviour

debatable issue

an outcast from/of society

the fabric of society

the structure of a society

society at large

the backbone/a pillar of society

social discrimination

a member of society

your place/rank in society

society as a whole

a cross-section of society

Entertainment 6 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Professional sportsmen and sportswomen and professional entertainers can often command enormous salaries today and this situation reflects society’s dependence on being entertained.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?



2. Some people believe that television is a powerful educational tool. Other people believe that television is nothing more than mindless entertainment and should be discouraged.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Provide examples and supporting evidences to back up your opinion on this subject.



3. It is believed that books have been losing popularity throughout the passing years. Other sources of information such as the Internet are rapidly replacing the old-fashioned books. Some say that this situation could have serious consequences.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?


4. Many people believe that music is just a form of entertainment, whilst others believe that music has a much larger impact on society today.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.




5. Some people opine that entertainment or leisure activities should be subsidized by the government.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?



6. Some people say that all popular TV entertainment programmes should aim to educate viewers about important social issues.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?


Essay Vocabulary


1

Psychological

Benefits, disorders, harm, problems, stress

Essay Sentence:

The role of the arts in modern life is to entertain people with psychological benefits, such as relief from stress.


2

Rapid

Decline, growth, improvement, increase, rate, rise

Essay Sentence:

Air travel has become a cost-effective means of transportation due to the rapid development of the freight-transport business.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

light entertainment

incoherent entertainment

family entertainment

musical entertainment

popular entertainment

overrated entertainment

infinite entertainment


NOUNS

entertainment business

entertainment venue

entertainment world

entertainment industry

healing music

catchy tunes

pop music

never get old

addicted

fascinated

jazz music

enjoyment

classical music

regularly

orchestra

relaxation tools

comedian

entrance

performance

magazine

extra-curricular activity

concerts allow people to connect

live concert/show/performance

audience booed and hissed

rapturous applause

a standing ovation

appeals to different generations/young people

a family friendly event


VERBS

to provide

to go to an exhibition

to create global communities

to chill out

to comprise

to offer

to lay on

to put on

to go to a circus

to participate

to go to the theatre

to play the games

to watch the performance/acts


PHRASES

a place of entertainment

a form of entertainment

Education 8 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Some believe that money for education should mainly be spent on better computers while others believe it would be better spent on teachers.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

2. 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.


3. Education is not a luxury, but a basic human right and as such should be free for everyone irrespective of personal wealth.

Do you agree or disagree?

4. Some people say that the education system is the only critical factor in the development of a country.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?


5. Writing, reading, maths are the three recognized traditional subjects. Computer skills should be the fourth largest branch.

Do you agree or disagree?


6. Should students pay for their own university education, or should the government provide it for free?

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?



7. All education (primary, secondary and further education) should be free to all people and paid and managed by the government.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?


8. Some universities offer online courses as an alternative to classes delivered on campus.

Do you think this is a positive or negative development?


Essay Vocabulary

1

Attain

Status, degree, position, goal

Essay Sentence:

A university degree does not guarantee a high-paying job in the real world.


2

Curb

A problem, emission, attempt, growth

Essay Sentence:

To address the problem of illiteracy, more effective policy making is required.


3

Follow

Advice, guidelines, instructions, patterns, rules

Essay Sentence:

Unlike distance learning, students at schools are required to observe the rules set forth by their teachers.


4

Accurate

Academic demand, description, information, method

Essay Sentence:

It is the primary responsibility of schools to pay close attention to accurate academic demands in order to improve the syllabus that pupils find difficult to understand.

5

Complex

Issue, problem, process, relationship, structure, system

Essay Sentence:

The book explains complicated concepts in an easy-to-understand manner.

6

Emotional

Attachment, impact, needs, state, support

Essay Sentence:

There are numerous flaws in computer-based education, including its failure to address students' emotional needs.

7

Favourite

Colour, food, music, pastime, place, restaurant, song, story, subject

Essay Sentence:

Students who simply study their favourite subjects can save a significant amount of money because they do not need to spend money on purchasing books on other subjects.

8

Innovative

Approach, idea, solution, suggestion, technique, method, technology

Essay Sentence:

Online education is a positive development for both teachers and students who adopt this innovative change.


9

Moral

Education, duty, issues, value, responsibility, obligation, lessons

Essay Sentence:

Moral education, in my opinion, should become an integral part of modern education.


10

Practical

Approach, experience, problem, reality, solution

Essay Sentence:

Lessons taught by friends to a youngster are more practical and personal than the lessons taught by parents.

It is practically proven that fast food and processed food lack vitamins and can cause obesity.


11

Relevant

Data, documents, information, qualifications

Essay Sentence:

It is a fact that it is impossible to become a doctor without a relevant degree.


12

Remarkable

Achievement, discovery, improvement, performance, tolerance, tribute

Essay Sentence:

E-books have become a favourite of young learners because of their ability to teach a subject through pictures and videos.


13

Sufficient

Knowledge, funds, protection, reason, support, time, understanding

Essay Sentence:

I agree with people who feel that schools are the places where pupils are provided with sufficient knowledge and useful social skills.


14

Traditional

Approach, family, medicine, method, role, society, style, value, view, way

Essay Sentence:

Educationists are now speculating about the Internet's potential to replace traditional schools.


15

Useful

Advice, information, source, application

Essay Sentence:

Becoming a useful citizen of society is a milestone in a student's life.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

single-sex school

co-ed school

all boys school

all girls school

formal education

vocational education

religious education

compulsory education

private education

primary education

higher education

tertiary education

pre-school education

poor education

good education

online education

onsite classes

one-to-one learning

digital learning

smart classes

smart/digital board

quick learning


VERBS

to provide education

to continue education / studies

to complete education

to receive education

to apply for a course

to earn a university degree

to get a Masters

to do a Doctorate (Phd)

to graduate from university

to finish education

to leave studies

to give education

to have education

to go to school

to attend school

to take part in extra-curricular activities

to sit an exam

(I am planning to sit IELTS next month.)

to take an exam

to resit an exam

(I hope not to resit IELTS.)

to retake an exam

to pass an exam/test

to fail an exam

to be qualified

to leave school


NOUNS

education campaign

education project

education department

education programme

education sector

education resources

education scheme

education class

education course

education authority

education policy

education reform

Health 6 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Despite huge improvements in healthcare, the overall standard of physical health in many developed countries is now falling.

What could be the reason for this trend, and what can be done to reverse it?

2. Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required.

Discuss both these views and give your opinion.


3. Many people believe that every individual is responsible for his/ her own healthy lifestyle. Others believe that governments should take care of it.

Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.


4. In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing.

What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve this ?


5. Some people believe that it is the responsibility of individuals to take care of their own health and diet. Others however believe that governments should make sure that their citizens have a healthy diet.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.



6. Many think that in today’s world it is very difficult for people to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Others, however, feel that it is easy for people to be healthy and fit if they want to be.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.


Essay Vocabulary

1

Enhance

Environment, performance, quality, value

Essay Sentence:

Performance-enhancing medications, which are illegal in many countries, are used by some athletes.


2

Increase

Amount, capacity, chance, demand, sales, share, tax

Essay Sentence:

In the coming months, the number of Corona cases is projected to rise.


3

Impose

Ban, deadline, fine, punishment, restriction, tax

Essay Sentence:

The government can help improve public health by prohibiting the sale of tobacco products entirely.


4

Lose

Hope, interest, job, opportunity, temper, chance, confidence

Essay Sentence:

After a long period of addiction, most addicts lose interest in life and commit suicide.


5

Pose

Danger, problem, risk, threat

Essay Sentence:

Pollution is a severe threat to both the environment and life on the planet.


6

Promote

Health, change, education, ideas, welfare

Essay Sentence:

Parents should encourage their children to eliminate their dependence on junk foods in order to promote their health.


7

Reduce

Budget, cost, crime, demand, pollution, risk, tax, tension

Essay Sentence:

Limiting junk food consumption can assist to lower the risk of heart disease.


8

Spend

Day, money, time, amount, funds, weekend

Essay Sentence:

The funds allocated to improve the health-care system should be spent wisely.


9

Set

Example, target, fire, date, goal, record, task

Essay Sentence:

The rising number of Corona cases is setting new records every day.

10

Supply

Energy, food, power, water, electricity

Essay Sentence:

Arrangements should be made to ensure that necessary items, such as food, are delivered to the poor in a timely manner.


11

Take

Responsibility, action, chance, breath, risk, role

Essay Sentence:

To solve the issue of a failing health system, immediate action is required.


12

Understand

Meaning, problem, process, idea

Essay Sentence:

The world now has a better understanding of the Coronavirus situation.

13

Crucial

Decision, issue, role, step

Essay Sentence:

The intake of a balanced diet is crucial to children's physical health and emotional well-being.


14

Daily

Activity, basis, diet, routine, life

Essay Sentence:

The development of technology has tremendous impacts on people's daily lives.


15

Healthy

Diet, body, environment

Essay Sentence:

People's physical and psychological well-being can be improved by adopting a healthy lifestyle and having positive attitudes regarding life.

Due to the harmful nature of many popular fast-food menu items, over intake can contribute to obesity.

Fast food can increase a person's risk of weight gain and other health issues.


16

Negative

Aspect, consequence, effect, feedback, publicity, reaction, result, side

Essay Sentence:

It is undeniable that the use of computers has a negative effect on children's physical and mental development.


17

Parental

Duty, guidance, involvement, role, support

Essay Sentence:

An obvious solution to the problem of children's poor eating habits is parental guidance.


18

Permanent

Residents, property damage, employment, jobs, address

Essay Sentence:

Permanent residents of many developed nations are provided with healthcare free of charge.


19

Serious

Concern, effect, issue, problem, threat, accident

Essay Sentence:

Loud noise in the cities sometimes leads to mental health problems for urban citizens.

20

Typical

Diet, weather

Essay Sentence:

My typical diet consists of fruits and vegetables.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES and IDIOMS

perfect health

excellent health

bad health

mental health

good health

health issues/problems

healthy lifestyle

a balanced/healthy diet

health and safety

minerals/vitamins/proteins

a check-up

diabetes

regular exercise

aches and pains

obesity

a sore throat

consultant

overweight/unfit

good shape

cuts and bruises (minor Injuries)

a heavy cold

holistic/conventional medicine

welfare state

surgeon

painkillers

as fit as a fiddle

alive and kicking

dietary habits

a chesty cough

diagnose

overeating

allergy

recovery

treatment

a runny nose

operation

eating disorder

prescription charges


VERBS

to pull a muscle

to lose consciousness

to prevent from diseases

to go down with a cold

to black out

to be at death's door

to catch a cold

to make an appointment

to be under the weather

to have a tooth out

to have a good work out

to feel pain

to feel poorly

to go private

to be on the mend

to make a speedy recovery

to look after your health

Animals 8 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Many people believe that zoos have no purpose in today’s world and should be closed. What problems do zoos bring?

What are the alternatives to zoos if they are closed?



2. Some people think that resources should be spent on protecting wild animals, while others think those would be better used for the human population.

Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.




3. Many people support use of animals for testing medicines for humans. Others believe it isn’t appropriate to use animals for such experiments.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.



4. Wild animals have no place in the 21st century, so protecting them is a waste of resources.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


5. A growing number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.



6. In the modern world it is no longer necessary to use animals for food, clothing or medicine.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?




7. Examine the arguments in favour and against animal experiments, and come to a conclusion on this issue.




8. Scientists use living animal to carry out research. Some people think it is interesting, while some other people think it is cruel. What is your opinion?


Essay Vocabulary


1

Ban

Drugs, poaching, weapons, advertising

Essay Sentence:

A stricter ban on poaching might save many species of animals from becoming extinct.

If poaching continues at its current rate for the next several years, several animal species will become extinct.


2

Gain

Experience, knowledge, opportunity, qualification, attention

Essay Sentence:

The majority of poaching is done for monetary gain all over the world.

3

Perform

Duty, role, experiment, dance, function, ritual, task

Essay Sentence:

It should be made illegal to perform scientific tests on humans that have catastrophic results.

4

Predict

Outcome, result, success, change

Essay Sentence:

Global warming has an easy-to-predict outcome.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

domestic animal

wild animal

endangered animal

zoo animal

farm animal

tamed animal

social animal

forest animals

dangerous animals

domesticated animals

extinct animal

stray animal

land animal

feathered animals

companionable animal

interesting animals

numerous animals

special animal

family-friendly animal

kindhearted animal

cold-blooded animal

caged animal

living animal

marine animal

rare animal

roaming animals


VERBS

to tame animals

to train animals

to keep animals

to raise animals

to have animals

to rear animals

to hunt animals

to breed animals

to neglect an animal

to trap animals

to prey animals

to rescue animals

to curb loneliness

to entertain animals

to treat animals kindly

be responsible for an animal


NOUNS

animal behavior

animal lover

animal rights

animal products

animal shelter

animal life

animal species

animal fat

animal testing

animal instinct

animal keeper

birds signify freedom

house-trained

buffaloes signify strength

experiment on animals

the animal kingdom/world

fur (animal hair)

well-hedged

zoos pose a risk

dogs signify loyalty

curious and amazing creatures

on the brink of extinction

a wide range of animals

Unemployment 6 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Unemployment remains the biggest challenge to school-leavers in most countries.

How far do you agree with this assessment? What other challenges face young people today?


2. In many countries more and more young people are leaving school but unable to find jobs. What problems do you think youth unemployment causes for individuals and the society?

What measures should be taken to reduce the level of unemployment among youngsters?

3. Unemployment is one of the most serious problems facing developed nations today.

What are the advantages and/or disadvantages of reducing the working week to thirty five hours?

4. Unemployment is getting increasingly serious in many countries. Some people think students only need to get primary education, while others think secondary education is necessary.

What’s your opinion?

5. Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organization.

Why might this be the case?

What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?


6. In countries where there is high unemployment, most pupils should be offered only primary education. There is no point in offering secondary education to those who will have no hope of finding a job.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


Essay Vocabulary

1

Considerable

Advantage, effort, improvement, pressure, progress

Essay Sentence:

The rise of artificial intelligence has resulted in a considerable increase in unemployment, particularly among low-wage workers.


2

Attain

Status, degree, position, goal

Essay Sentence:

A university degree does not guarantee a high-paying job in the real world.


3

Adopt

Plan, idea, policy, method, strategy

Essay Sentence:

The strategy for addressing India's unemployment problem needs to be revised.


4

Meet

Deadline, friends, requirements, target, challenge

Essay Sentence:

No career ambition can be realised without meeting a deadline.


5

Earn

Income, salary, wage, money, livelihood

Essay Sentence:

One-third of India's population earns less than the minimum wage.


6

Offer

Choice, help, job, money, discounts, service

Essay Sentence:

Unemployment creates compelling circumstances in which job seekers are ready to offer their services for lower wages.

7

Maintain

Standard of living, interest, momentum, position, quality, balance, relationship, tradition

Essay Sentence:

Unpredictable inflation has made it difficult for people to maintain their quality of living in modern times.


8

Criminal

Activities, behaviour, penalty, record

Essay Sentence:

People who do not have enough money to make ends meet may be tempted to engage in criminal activities.


9

Daily

activity, basis, diet, routine, life

Essay Sentence:

The development of technology has tremendous impacts on people's daily lives.


10

International

Travel, business, competition, market, standards, airport, language, tourism

Essay Sentence:

International travel opens doors to new business opportunities all across the world.


11

Stressful

Activity, occupation

Essay Sentence:

Successful people usually have the ability to work in a hard-working, stressful and ever-changing environment.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

large-scale unemployment

high unemployment

low unemployment

huge unemployment

mass unemployment

massive unemployment

severe unemployment

youth unemployment

considerable unemployment

rural unemployment

widespread unemployment

urban unemployment

rising unemployment

seasonal unemployment

falling unemployment

long-term unemployment

short-term unemployment

permanent unemployment

temporary unemployment

school-leaver unemployment

graduate unemployment


VERBS

to cause unemployment

tackle with unemployment

to resign / quit

to face unemployment

to fire / sack /dismiss

to bring down unemployment

to job-share

to keep down unemployment

to reduce unemployment

to want white-collar job

blue-collar job


NOUNS

unemployment figure

unemployment benefit

unemployment money

unemployment relief

unemployment compensation

unemployment cover

unemployment data

unemployment insurance

unemployment levels

unemployment crisis

unemployment percentage

unemployment rate

unemployment problem

unemployment statistics

to be a good team player

to acquire experience/knowledge/skill

to have no career ambitions

to put knowledge gained into practice

to take early retirement

to move up the career ladder

unemployed

overworked

employer

underpaid

self employed

occupation

career prospects

profession

salary / wages

working conditions

sick/annual leave

public sector

a heavy workload

less vacancy

overtime

increased education

shift

minimum wage

job prospects

less job requirements

unemployment benefits

promotion opportunities

private sector

flexible working hours

health and safety in the workplace

labor productivity

unemployment problem

company policies

a rise/an increase/a fall in unemployment

a period of unemployment

Crime and Punishment 8 Topics with Vocabulary

1. Some people believe that children that commit crimes should be punished. Others think the parents should be punished instead.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.


2. Some people advocate death penalty for those who committed violent crimes. Others say that capital punishment is unacceptable in contemporary society.

Describe advantages and disadvantages of death penalty and give your opinion.



3. Without capital punishment, our lives are less secure, and crimes of violence increase. Capital punishment is essential to control violence in society.

How far do you agree or disagree?



4. Should criminals be sent to prison or should they do something else as a punishment?

Explain your opinion and give your reasons.



5. The most common solution for criminal behaviour is prison but many believe education is a better method.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?




6. Some people think that offenders should be put in prison. Others, however, believe that providing offenders with education and training is more effective than putting them in prison.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.


7. Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment.

Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?



8. The crime rate is becoming directly proportional to the instances and severity of punishments.

What are the underlying reasons behind such a trend?


Essay Vocabulary

1

Cause

Damages, pain, problems, accidents

Essay Sentence:

The tremendous rise in crime has resulted in numerous law and order issues.


2

Enhance

environment, performance, quality, value

Essay Sentence:

Performance-enhancing medications, which are illegal in many countries, are used by some athletes.


3

Lose

Hope, interest, job, opportunity, temper, chance, confidence

Essay Sentence:

After a long period of addiction, most addicts lose interest in life and commit suicide.


4

Limit

Ability, access, choice, growth, unemployment, use

Essay Sentence:

Parents can safeguard their children from cyber-abuse by limiting their access to the internet.


5

Provide

Education, teaching, training, accommodation, service, opportunity, platform

Essay Sentence:

A civilised society can not be formed until all of its members are completely safe from crime.


6

Raise

Child, concern, fund, possibility, awareness, price, problem, standard, voice

Essay Sentence:

In light of the current scenario, both government and non-government organisations must step forward to increase awareness of the problem of child labour, child abuse, and women's criminality.


7

Make

Arrangements, decisions, differences, mistakes, noise

Essay Sentence:

The development of a nation relies on a strong decision-making authority.

8

Criminal

activities, behaviour, penalty, record

Essay Sentence:

People who do not have enough money to make ends meet may be tempted to engage in criminal activities.


9

Effective

communication, interaction, means, methods, solutions

Essay Sentence:

The most common view is that imprisonment is the most effective solution to the problem of crime.

10

Moral

Education, duty, issues, value, responsibility, obligation, lessons

Essay Sentence:

Moral education, in my opinion, should become an integral part of modern education.

11

Rural

Area, community, development, economy, population, society

Essay Sentence:

The crime rate in metropolitan areas is higher than in rural areas.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

minor crime

awful crime

serious crime

cyber crime

dreadful crime

violent crime

corporate crime

major crime

motiveless crime

organised crime

white-collar crime


NOUNS

drug smuggling

texting while driving

pick pocketing

hijacking

kidnapping

speeding

blackmailing

hacking

law-abiding

drink driving

phishing

burglary

robbery

mugging

theft

terrorism

corruption

abduction

fraud/scam

murder

attempted murder

crime wave

crime statistics

crime rate

crime prevention

victim

criminality

convict

reformed criminals

imprisonment

unlawful actions

a life of crime

Illegal activities

capital punishment

corporal punishment

social isolation

the strict letter of the law

the full weight of the law


VERBS

to charge fine

to commit a crime

to carry out crime

to punish

to repeat crimes

to break the law

to lock up

to take into custody

to put in prison

to serve a prison sentence

be driven to

to reduce crime

to tackle crime

to turn to crime/ drugs

to get released from jail

to be imprisoned

to dismiss the case

to be tough on crime

to control/cut crime

to release back into society

to get into crime

to prevent crime

to be found guilty

to enforce the law

to punish wrongdoers

Child Care 6 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Some parents think that childcare centres provide the best services for children of pre-school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

2. Caring for children is probably the most important job in any society. Because of this, all mothers and fathers should be required to take a course that prepares them to be good parents.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?


3. In many countries today, the eating habits and lifestyle of children are different from those of previous generations. Some people say this has had a negative effect on their health.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

4. Nowadays, many families have both parents working. Some working parents believe other family members like grandparents can take care of their children, while others think childcare centres provide the best care.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.


5. Caring for children is very important. Therefore all mothers and fathers should take a childcare training course.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


6. Childcare training courses should be mandatory for all parents.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?


Essay Vocabulary


1

Collect

Evidence, rent, data, information

Essay Sentence:

The information collected from several surveys conducted around the globe on the effects of neglected parenting helps explain children's estranged behaviour.

2

Limit

Ability, access, choice, growth, unemployment, use

Essay Sentence:

Parents can safeguard their children from cyber-abuse by limiting their access to the internet.


3

Promote

Health, change, education, ideas, welfare

Essay Sentence:

Parents should encourage their children to eliminate their dependence on junk foods in order to promote their health.

4

Encounter

Difficulty, opposition, problem, situation

Essay Sentence:

Young children who are usually addicted to their electronics have problems with their relationships with others.


5

Practical

Approach, experience, problem, reality, solution

Essay Sentence:

Lessons taught by friends to a youngster are more practical and personal than the lessons taught by parents.


6

Affect

Quality, decisions, behaviour, life

Essay Sentence:

The excessive use of the internet negatively affects youngsters' behaviour in the family and society.

7

Conduct

Debate, examination, experiment, research, survey

Essay Sentence:

According to an ICFA study, excessive internet use has a negative impact on children's social conduct.

8

Accurate

Academic demand, description, information, method

Essay Sentence:

It is the primary responsibility of schools to pay close attention to accurate academic demands in order to improve the syllabus that pupils find difficult to understand.

9

Crucial

Decision, issue, role, step

Essay Sentence:

The intake of a balanced diet is crucial to children's physical health and emotional well-being.

10

Favourite

Colour, food, music, pastime, place, restaurant, song, story, subject

Essay Sentence:

Students who simply study their favourite subjects can save a significant amount of money because they do not need to spend money on purchasing books on other subjects.


11

Sufficient

Knowledge, funds, protection, reason, support, time, understanding

Essay Sentence:

I agree with people who feel that schools are the places where pupils are provided with sufficient knowledge and useful social skills.



Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

obedient child

intelligent child

neglected child

abused child

dull child

loving child

motherless child

only child

fatherless child

disobedient child

mischievous child

bright child

spoiled child

lazy child

grandchild

innocent child

street child

boy child

girl child

dependent child

childlike behaviour

childish behaviour

babyish behaviour


CARE

ADJECTIVES

full-time care

long/short-term care

constant care

routine care

formal care

daily care

temporary care

medical care

emergency care

health care

day-to-day care


VERBS

need care

require care

receive care

take care

provide care

to bring up care

to raise care

to rear care

to indulge care

to spoil care

to abandon care

to educate care

to give birth to care

to adopt care

to have care

to turn inwards

to misbehave with care

to play the largest role


NOUNS

childcare staff member

childcare centres

childcare unit

childcare manager

childcare services

childcare management

childcare home

childcare worker

childcare plan

childcare policy

childcare programme

childcare allowance

child carrier

childhood

childminder

child behaviour

child love

child mind

childcare duties

child neglect

child welfare

child's appetite

child development

nursery

day care

nursing

homeschooling

babysitting

playgroup

education

schooling

parenting

youngster

youth

newborn

housekeeping

family centred

early childhood

home stay

strict

birth control

adoption

protective parents

well-adjusted

emotional security

separation

siblings

psychological development

responsible parent

engaged with

Social Security 6 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Some people say that schools should teach good behaviour to children and introduce them to right and wrong. Parents should not be the only ones responsible.

Do you agree or disagree?


2. Parents are the best teachers.

Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.


3. Many parents encourage young people to leave home when they become older, while others think they should stay at home with the family.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.


4. Caring for children is probably the most important job in any society. Because of this, all mothers and fathers should be required to take a course that prepares them to be good parents.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?


5. Some people think that teachers should be responsible for teaching students to judge what is right and wrong so that they can behave well. Others say that teachers should only teach students academic subjects.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.



6. These days everyone seems to have more and more possessions (e.g. computers, cars, mobile phones, etc.) Our strong desire to own these things is making us less aware of important personal qualities such as kindness and concern for others.

Do you agree or disagree?


Essay Vocabulary


1

Social

Awareness, background, development, justice, responsibility, life, media

Essay Sentence:

To address the issues of corruption/water scarcity/environmental harm, the government and individuals must collaborate to raise social awareness.

2

Conduct

Debate, examination, experiment, research, survey

Essay Sentence:

According to an ICFA study, excessive internet use has a negative impact on children's social conduct.

3

Achieve

Success, goal, target, aim, growth

Essay Sentence:

Most people have to work day in and day out to achieve success in their career.

4

Curb

A problem, emission, attempt, growth

Essay Sentence:

To address the problem of illiteracy, more effective policy-making is required.


Vocabulary for IELTS


ADJECTIVES, VERBS and PHRASES

emotional security

economic security

greater security

financial security

job security

democratic security

top security

national security

personal security

strict security

maximum security

tight security

social contribution

social department

social benefits

social welfare

social bonding

social cause

a mark on something

always becoming different

spending time/money

conservative

corrupted people

needs protection

security service

prevention measures

provision

to behave well

more reliable

reduce discrimination

stable social condition

building sites

housing estate

basic infrastructure

antisocial behaviour

debatable issue

be lulled into a false sense of security

an outcast from/of society

the fabric of society

the structure of a society

society at large

the backbone/a pillar of society

social discrimination

a member of society

your place/rank in society

society as a whole

a cross-section of society

to ensure security

to compromise security

to provide with security

to improve security

to undermine security

to strengthen security

to tighten up security

security apparatus

security arrangements

security forces

security guard

security adviser

security man

security staff

security matters

security check

security measures

security van

security policy

security system

security risk

security device

security camera

Art 8 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Do you think art and music still have a place in today’s modern world of technology? Should children spend more time learning art and music at school?

Discuss this issue, and give your opinion.



2. Should arts-related entertainment venues such as museums and art galleries be free of charge for the general public, or should a charge apply for admittance?

Discuss this issue, and give your opinion.


3. Some people say that art subjects such as music, drama and creative writing are an essential part of education, and every school should include them in its syllabus.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?



4. Some people believe that the government should spend more money putting in more works of art like paintings and statues in cities to make them better places to live in.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5. Some people think that governments should give financial support to creative artists such as painters and musicians. Others believe that creative artists should be funded by alternative sources.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.




6. For a long time art has been considered an essential part of all cultures in the world. However, nowadays people’s values have changed, and we tend to consider science, technology and business more important than arts.

What do you think are the causes of this?

What can be done to draw people’s attention to art?



7. In today’s world of advanced science and technology, we still greatly value our artists such as musicians, painters and writers. What can arts tell us about life that science and technology cannot?

What are your opinions on this?



8. Studying art in school improves students' performance in other subjects, because it is easier for multi-skilled students to learn new things. That's why art should be obligatory in schools.

Do you agree or disagree?


Essay Vocabulary


1

Complex

Issue, problem, process, relationship, structure, system

Essay Sentence:

The book explains complicated concepts in an easy-to-understand manner.

2

Public

Debate, education, health, interest, transport

Essay Sentence:

It is advised that public funds should be directed to projects which benefit the public immediately, rather to the arts.


3

Psychological

Benefits, disorders, harm, problems, stress

Essay Sentence:

The role of the arts in modern life is to entertain people with psychological benefits, such as relief from stress.


4

Rapid

Decline, growth, improvement, increase, rate, rise

Essay Sentence:

Air travel has become a cost-effective means of transportation due to the rapid development of the freight-transport business.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

contemporary art

commercial art

graphic art

dramatic art

musical art

figurative art

visual art

classical art

performing art

abstract art

popular art

decorative art

creative art

cultural art

a landscape art

a still life art

a fine art

a masterpiece art

a statue


VERBS

produce art

to invest in the arts

create art


NOUNS

art treasure

art collector

art market

art historian

art gallery

a concert venue

an opera house

sculpture

creativity

an artefact


PHRASES

a portrait of someone

an art auction

a sketch of a house

funding for the arts

an art movement

art helps to beautify our environment

the portrayal of something/somebody

arts and sciences

art and crafts

a passion for drama

works of literary fiction

a priceless portrait

get something down to a fine art

a work of art/music/literature

Food and Farming 6 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Food travels thousands of miles from farmers to consumers. Some people think that it would be better for our environment and economy if people consumed locally produced foods.

To what extent do the advantages of this would outweigh the disadvantages?



2. Some people think that people every nation should concentrate on agriculture to develop. Others think that other developments are more important.

What is your opinion?


3. Today much of the food people eat gets transported from farms that are thousands of miles away. Some people believe that it would be much better for the environment and the economy if people only consumed food produced by local farmers.

Would the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

4. Supermarkets should only sell food produced from within their own country rather than imports from overseas.

What are your opinions on this?

5. Some people support development of agriculture, like factory farming and scientific creation of fruits and vegetables, while others oppose.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.?

6. To meet the growing needs of food for the increasing population, country should make use of genetically engineered foods. However, some people believe that GM foods are not only unhealthy but affect the nature too.

Do you agree or disagree about this?


Essay Vocabulary


1

Promote

Health, change, education, ideas, welfare

Essay Sentence:

Parents should encourage their children to eliminate their dependence on junk foods in order to promote their health.


2

Reduce

Budget, cost, crime, demand, pollution, risk, tax, tension

Essay Sentence:

Limiting junk food consumption can assist to lower the risk of heart disease.


3

Supply

Energy, food, power, water, electricity

Essay Sentence:

Arrangements should be made to ensure that necessary items, such as food, are delivered to the poor in a timely manner.

4

Crucial

Decision, issue, role, step

Essay Sentence:

The intake of a balanced diet is crucial to children's physical health and emotional well-being.


5

Healthy

Diet, body, environment

Essay Sentence:

Due to the harmful nature of many popular fast-food menu items, over intake can contribute to obesity.

Fast food can increase a person's risk of weight gain and other health issues.


6

Parental

Duty, guidance, involvement, role, support

Essay Sentence:

An obvious solution to the problem of children's poor eating habits is parental guidance.


7

Practical

Approach, experience, problem, reality, solution

Essay Sentence:

It is practically proven that fast food and processed food lack vitamins and can cause obesity.


8

Typical

Diet, weather

Essay Sentence:

My typical diet consists of fruits and vegetables.



Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

tasty food

favourite food

delicious food

nutritious food

nourishing food

high-calorie food

uncooked food

leftover food

takeaway food

frozen food

home-cooked food

processed food

vegetarian food

exotic food

baby food

ready-made food

canned food

processed food


VERBS

to have food

to consume food

run short of food

to cook food

to keep food fresh

to wine and dine

to prepare food

to export food

to serve food

to feed food

to follow a recipe

to eliminate hunger

to eat a balanced diet

reduce hunger

increase food supply

irrigation

skyrocketing price

transporting food

a sweet tooth

a slap up meal

a quick snack

eat like a horse

a fussy eater

make your mouth water

the main meal

to be starving hungry

the quality of food

the taste of food

relying on food chain supply

lack of food supply

in need of food

developments in agriculture

acres of plantations and crops

scarcity of food

lack access to advanced technology

Sports 6 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences + Essay Sentences

1. Health and fitness levels of children and teenagers are declining these days. Therefore, physical education and sport should be compulsory for all students in all schools.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

2. Children engaged in sport are often overloaded with physical activity or get serious traumas.

What are the main reasons of this? What solutions can you suggest?

3. One good way to promote world peace is through international sporting events.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


4. Major companies use sports events to promote their product. Some people think it has a negative impact on sports.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5. Extreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?


6. Some people believe that governments should ban dangerous sports even though others claim they should have the freedom to choose a sport to their liking.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?


Essay Vocabulary


Crucial

Decision, issue, role, step

Essay Sentence:

The intake of a balanced diet is crucial to children's physical health and emotional well-being.


2

Enhance

Environment, performance, quality, value

Essay Sentence:

Performance-enhancing medications, which are illegal in many countries, are used by some athletes.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

Inter-club sports

adventure sports

semi-professional sports

mainstream sports

popular sports

outdoor sports

combat sports

spectator sports

VERBS

to play sport

to take up exercise

to set a record

to be out of condition

to keep fit

to go jogging

to do judo

to get into shape

to take up a sport

to take part in

to train hard

to defeat/beat


NOUNS

a swimming pool

a strong swimmer

a tennis court

sports centre

a season ticket

a personal trainer

a home game

a football match/pitch/season

a fitness programme

a brisk walk

an away game

an athletics track/meeting

sports facilities

strenuous exercises

performance-enhancing drugs

match fixing

reach the final

sponsorship

opposition

supporter

arena

stadium


PHRASES

the world of sport

Travel and Tourism 7 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Organized tours to remote community and other countries are increasingly popular.

Is it a positive or negative development for local people and the local environment?


2. In the past, most people used to travel to their place of work. With increased use of computers, the internet and smart phones, more and more people are starting to work from home.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?

3. Today more people are travelling than ever before.

Why is this the case?

What are the benefits of traveling for the travellers?

4. It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural environment, such as the South Pole.

Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

5. In the past, most people used to travel to their place of work. With increased use of computers, the internet and smart phones, more and more people are starting to work from home.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?


6. Some believe that tourism does more to create tension between countries rather than helping individuals better understand other cultures.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?





7. Some people like to travel outside their country. Others would rather travel to tourist spots in their own country first, before travelling abroad.

Which do you prefer to do and why? Include specific details and examples to support your choice.


Essay Vocabulary


1

Allocate

Budget, time, funds, seat, work

Essay Sentence:

It is advised that more funds should be allocated for infrastructural development.


2

Current

State, condition, affairs, issues, news stories, operations, policy, trends

Essay Sentence:

It is undeniable that industrialised and wealthy countries are to blame for the current state of our ecosystem.


3

Cultural

Background, development, tradition, values, activities

Essay Sentence:

International travellers should be aware of the cultural values of the host country.


4

Rapid

Decline, growth, improvement, increase, rate, rise

Essay Sentence:

Air travel has become a cost-effective means of transportation due to the rapid development of the freight-transport business.


5

Suitable

Mode of transport, accommodation, job, place, site, environment

Essay Sentence:

It is generally considered that air is the only suitable mode of transport for long distance trips.


6

International

Travel, business, competition, market, standards, airport, language, tourism

Essay Sentence:

International travel opens doors to new business opportunities all across the world.


7

Efficient

Service, solution, fuel-efficient

Essay Sentence:

People may switch to fuel-efficient vehicles or reduce their non-essential travel.

8

Environmental

Activist, awareness, change, damage, problem, study

Essay Sentence:

To begin with, taking public transportation helps save the environment.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

long-distance travel

foreign travel

long-distance travel

first-class travel

frequent travel

international travel

cheap travel

ecological tourism

expanding tourism

eco-friendly tourism

farm tourism

international tourism

sustainable tourism

package tourism

mass tourism

ecotourism

cultural tourism

increased tourism

air transport

motor transport

public transport

private transport

ground transport

local transport

rural transport

efficient transport

cheap transport

city transport

railway transport

marine transport


VERBS

want to travel

unable to travel

have access to transport

arrange transport

provide transport

use transport

depend on tourism

promote tourism

rely on tourism

boost tourism


NOUNS

tourism potential

tourism development

tourism enterprise

tourism strategy

tourism officer

tourism promotion

tourism industry

tourism business

travel light

tourist/coach class



PHRASES

a travel agency

a tour operator

revenue from tourism

a rise in tourism

promotion of tourism

freedom to travel

a form/means/method/mode of transport

Relationship 7 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Some people believe that family is more important than friends.

To what extent do you agree and disagree?


2. In general, people do not have such a close relationship with their neighbours as they did in the past.

Why is this so, and what can be done to improve contact between neighbours?


3. It is generally acknowledged that families are now not as close as they used to be.

Give some reasons why this change has happened and suggest how families could be brought closer together.

4. There is no need to maintain a close relationship with distant relatives.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?


5. Some people say that friends are more important than family in today’s world. others say family is always more important.

Write in support of one of these views.

6. Establishing good relationships in the workplace is not important, as the primary goal of every person is to focus on work.

To what extent do you agree with this statement?



7. 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?


Essay Vocabulary


1

Criminal

Activities, behaviour, penalty, record

Essay Sentence:

People who do not have enough money to make ends meet may be tempted to engage in criminal activities.


2

Encounter

Difficulty, opposition, problem, situation

Essay Sentence:

Young children who are usually addicted to their electronics have problems with their relationships with others.


3

Professional

Life, advice, conduct, education, job, qualifications, skills

Essay Sentence:

Employees can spend more time with their families and maintain a healthy professional and personal life balance by reducing their working hours.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

broken relationship

healthy relationship

strong relationship

formal relationship

marital relationship

uneasy relationship

blood relationship

true relationship

close relationship

doctor-patient relationship

family relationship

long-standing relationship


VERBS

backs me up

stay in touch

to communicate

to break up

to fall for

to enjoy someone's company

to get on well with

to fall out with

continue relationship

maintain relationship

improve relationship

develop relationship

break off relationship

manage relationship

enjoy relationship

strengthen relationship

have relationship

to be just good friends

to be well matched

to lose touch with

to pop the question

to get to know

to settle down

to have ups and downs

to have a lot in common


NOUNS and PHRASES

large hearted

generation gap

supportive

drift apart

a man of letters

philanthropist

understanding

stand by me through thick and thin

a network/web of relationships

fair and square in dealing

fun to be with someone

the breakdown of a relationship

the nature of the relationship

Poverty 8 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Some say that the internet is making the world smaller by bringing people together.

To what extent do to you agree that the internet is making it easier for people to communicate with one another.



2. Beside a lot of advantages, some people believe that the Internet creates many problems.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?




3.There have been many inventions in human history, such as the wheel. Some people think the most important thing is the internet.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?




4. Nowadays, for many people, the Internet is replacing regular books.

What do you think will happen in the future and what is your opinion about this trend?




5. The widespread use of the Internet has brought many problems.

What do you think are the main problems associated with the use of the Internet? What solutions can you suggest?




6. It is generally believed that the Internet is an excellent means of communication but some people suggest that it may not be the best place to find information.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.



7. The internet has transformed the way information is shared and consumed, but it has also created problems that did not exist before.

What are the most serious problems associated with the internet and what solutions can you suggest?


Essay Vocabulary


1

Maintain

Standard of living, interest, momentum, position, quality, balance, relationship, tradition

Essay Sentence:

Unpredictable inflation has made it difficult for people to maintain their quality of living in modern times.


2

Supply

Energy, food, power, water, electricity

Essay Sentence:

Arrangements should be made to ensure that necessary items, such as food, are delivered to the poor in a timely manner.

3

Considerable

Advantage, effort, improvement, pressure, progress

Essay Sentence:

The rise of artificial intelligence has resulted in a considerable increase in unemployment, particularly among low-wage workers.

4

Earn

Income, salary, wage, money, livelihood

Essay Sentence:

One-third of India's population earns less than the minimum wage.


5

Offer

Choice, help, job, money, discounts, service

Essay Sentence:

Unemployment creates compelling circumstances in which job seekers are ready to offer their services for lower wages.

6

Maintain

Standard of living, interest, momentum, position, quality, balance, relationship, tradition

Essay Sentence:

Unpredictable inflation has made it difficult for people to maintain their quality of living in modern times.


7

Criminal

Activities, behaviour, penalty, record

Essay Sentence:

People who do not have enough money to make ends meet may be tempted to engage in criminal activities.


8

Daily

activity, basis, diet, routine, life

Essay Sentence:

The development of technology has tremendous impacts on people's daily lives.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

Wireless internet

digital computer

portable computer

laptop

desktop

personal computer


VERBS

go on the Internet

brings us advantages/disadvantages

run

access internet

shut down

to access website/email

to boot up

to crash

to stay up to date

to develop

to install software

to sign up

to sign off

to sign in

to log in

to log out

to take advantage of

to create

to improve

to load website

to browse websites

to bookmark a web page

to go online

to download

to surf the web

to upgrade

to cut and paste

to back up files


NOUNS

Internet access

Internet fraud

Internet link

Internet broadcast

Internet shopping

Internet user

websites

Internet expert

Internet business

Internet security

wifi hotpots

social media

word processing

automation

connection

innovation

up-to-date

user friendly

greatest invention

fast and easy

read newspaper online

valuable information

greater accessibility

great means of communication

video conferencing

negative impact on social interaction

unreliable online information

source of information storage

Government 7 Topics with Vocabulary + Essay Sentences

1. Governments should spend more money on education than on recreation and sports.

Do you agree or disagree?




2. Governments should support care vs finance for retired people while others believe that they should save money when they get older.

Discuss both views and give your opinion?



3. Governments should lower budgets for arts in order to allocate more money to education.

Do you agree with this view?




4. Should governments spend more money on improving roads and highways, or should governments spend more money on improving public transportation (buses, trains, subways)?

Discuss this statement and give your opinion.




5. Some people think the government funding should not be used for supporting art and culture, others think supporting cultural activities may be beneficial for the population and the culture.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.



6. Some believe that because everyone needs a place to live, governments should provide houses for those who are too poor to afford their own.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?




7. One of the major problems that faces today’s governments is creating enough satisfactory housing for their increasing populations whilst still trying to protect the environment.

Discuss this statement and give your opinion.


Essay Vocabulary


1

Final

Approval, decision, product

Essay Sentence:

The final solution is to initiate public awareness campaigns about environmental damage.

2

Permanent

Residents, property damage, employment, jobs, address

Essay Sentence:

Permanent residents of many developed nations are provided with healthcare free of charge.

3

Political

System, issues, group, leader, pressure, reform

Essay Sentence:

The economic condition of a country can not be improved without the support of an efficient political system.

4

Public

Debate, education, health, interest, transport

Essay Sentence:

It is advised that public funds should be directed to projects which benefit the public immediately, rather to the arts.

5

Social

Awareness, background, development, justice, responsibility, life, media

Essay Sentence:

To address the issues of corruption/water scarcity/environmental harm, the government and individuals must collaborate to raise social awareness.

6

Adverse

Consequences, circumstances, effects, events, impact, reaction

Essay Sentence:

There are several choices to consider when it comes to protecting consumers from the adverse consequences of advertising. One of the choices is that the advertising business should be strictly regulated by governments.

7

Effective

Communication, interaction, means, methods, solutions

Essay Sentence:

The most common view is that imprisonment is the most effective solution to the problem of crime.

8

Efficient

Service, solution, fuel-efficient

Essay Sentence:

People may switch to fuel-efficient vehicles or reduce their non-essential travel.

9

Environmental

Activist, awareness, change, damage, problem, study

Essay Sentence:

To begin with, taking public transportation helps save the environment.

10

Curb

A problem, emission, attempt, growth

Essay Sentence:

To address the problem of illiteracy, more effective policy-making is required.

11

Cause

Damages, pain, problems, accidents

Essay Sentence:

The tremendous rise in crime has resulted in numerous law and order problems.

12

Fulfil

Ambition, demand, desire, dream, expectation

Essay Sentence:

The rising demand for power will not be fulfilled unless sufficient attention is paid to the promotion of renewable energy supplies.

13

Impose

Ban, deadline, fine, punishment, restriction, tax

Essay Sentence:

The government can help improve public health by prohibiting the sale of tobacco products entirely.

14

Overcome

Difficulty, challenge, problem, obstacle

Essay Sentence:

The difficulties posed by the problem of pollution can not be overcome unless the government and individuals join hands.

15

Provide

Education, teaching, training, accommodation, service, opportunity, platform

Essay Sentence:

A civilised society can not be formed until all of its members are completely safe from crime.

16

Raise

Child, concern, fund, possibility, awareness, price, problem, standard, voice

Essay Sentence:

In light of the current scenario, both government and non-government organisations must step forward to increase awareness of the problem of child labour, child abuse, and women's criminality.

17

Respect

Law, wish, privacy, decision

Essay Sentence:

It is the government's responsibility to respect human rights and privacy.

18

Spend

Day, money, time, amount, funds, weekend

Essay Sentence:

The funds allocated to improve the health-care system should be spent wisely.

19

Solve

Crime, problems, difficulties, issues

Essay Sentence:

The government and individuals should join hands to solve the problem of traffic congestion on the roadways.

20

Supply

Energy, food, power, water, electricity

Essay Sentence:

Arrangements should be made to ensure that necessary items, such as food, are delivered to the poor in a timely manner.

21

Take

Responsibility, action, chance, breath, risk, role

Essay Sentence:

To solve the issue of a failing health system, immediate action is required.


Vocabulary for IELTS

ADJECTIVES

national government

government less

parliamentary, popular

constitutional government

government--tribal

positive and well-balanced

municipal government

transitional

communist

right-wing

federal

caretaker

Western

provincial

military

interim


VERBS

establish a provisional government

governmentalised

swear in

authorized the government

overthrow

conduct the government

destabilize

overturn the government

come to power

prevent the government


NOUNS

decisions

expenditure

department

intervention

subsidy

statistics

propaganda

agency


PHRASES

a board of governors