Темы IELTS Discussion

In many countries, especially tourism-driven ones, there has been a long-lasting rise in the number of accidents involving rental cars. While some people are of the opinion that imposing regulations to check renters’ driving records should be the solution, others think there are more effective alternatives. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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 own opinion.

Some people think that job satisfaction is more important than job security while others think that people cannot always expect to enjoy their jobs. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Others think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that the main factors influencing a child's development are genetic factors. Others believe that the environment a child grows up in plays a more important role. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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 views and give your opinion.

Some people believe that reading is always a good habit. Others feel it depends on which book a person reads. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that studying history is a waste of time for students who are preparing for future jobs. Others believe that it is essential to learn history. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people believe that children should be taught to be competitive in school. Others, however, say that cooperation and team working skills are more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some people say that to prevent overspending and boost the economy, people should pay less tax. Others argue that higher taxes should be paid by the wealthy. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people believe that modern technology is increasing the gap between rich and poor, while others think that it helps to bring societies closer together. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In many countries, prison is the solution to crime. However, many believe that providing education and training to criminals is a better way to reduce crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that the main aim of punishment is to teach the wrong-doer right from wrong and make him lead a normal life in future. Others, however, believe that punishing someone is the best way to send a message to other criminals not to commit crimes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people say that the main purpose of the education system should be to train workers for the economy. Others believe that the main aim should be personal development. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people say that the Internet provides people with a lot of information, while others think that it is a tool that can be used for misinformation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that new technology always improves the lives of workers. Others believe that it results in the loss of jobs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some believe that the development of technology helps to reduce crime, while others think that it encourages criminals. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some believe that students who fear their teachers excel academically. Others believe students work better when they have a friendly relationship with their teachers. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people believe that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, believe that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that children's free time must include educational activities designed by parents. Others believe that children should be free to choose their own free-time activities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that the most important aim of education is to prepare individuals for their future careers. Others believe that the main purpose of education is to develop people’s minds. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some believe that the best way to stop young people committing crimes is to put them in prison. Others think that education and training are better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people say that the main purpose of the education system is to prepare people for the world of work. Others argue that it has other functions. Discuss both views and give your opinion. (Linked to reducing crime via education)

Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that schools should teach students about nutrition and healthy eating habits. Others believe this is the responsibility of parents. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people believe that work-life balance is essential for maintaining good health. Others argue that career success requires sacrificing personal time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Fitness and gym memberships have become increasingly popular. Some people think this is a positive trend, while others believe it reflects unhealthy lifestyle choices. Discuss both views.

Some argue that healthcare should be free for everyone, while others believe people should pay for their own medical treatment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that governments should ban unhealthy foods and drinks that are high in sugar and fat. Others believe that people should have the freedom to choose what they eat. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people believe that regular exercise and a healthy diet are the most important factors for maintaining good health. Others argue that genetics and access to healthcare are more significant. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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.

In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some people believe that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people believe that homework is essential for students' learning, while others think it is unnecessary. Discuss both views.

Some people think that discipline and punishment are necessary in schools, while others believe in a more lenient approach. Discuss both sides.

Some argue that single-sex schools are better for students' academic performance, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some argue that students should focus on academic subjects, while others believe practical skills are more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some people think that children should start school at an earlier age, while others believe they should start later. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people believe that food labeling should be more transparent about ingredients and origins. Others think this is unnecessary. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some argue that children should start school at a younger age to gain an academic advantage. Others believe that early childhood should be spent playing and learning at home. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some people think that children should be disciplined strictly by their parents. Others believe that a more lenient approach is better. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some argue that food production should prioritize quantity over quality. Others believe quality is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people believe that parents should teach their children about money management from a young age. Others think that schools should be responsible for this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that the death penalty should never be used. Others believe that it is necessary for serious crimes. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some argue that the government should provide free healthcare for all citizens, while others believe it should be privatized. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that eating meat is unnecessary and should be discouraged. Others believe people should be free to eat what they want. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some believe 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 views and give your opinion.

Some say that public health campaigns are the most effective way to encourage healthy eating habits. Others think that education in schools is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some people think that technological developments have made our lives more complicated. Others believe that technology has made life easier. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that children should start school at a very early age while others believe they should begin at least 7 years old. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some argue that governments should subsidize local farmers to support agriculture. Others believe that free market competition is better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some say that because many people are living much longer, the retirement age should be raised. Others argue that older people should be allowed to retire earlier. Discuss both views and give your opinion. (Note: education context in some recalls)

Some people believe that children should be taught practical skills at school such as cooking and budgeting, while others think academic subjects are more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that schools should select students according to their academic abilities, while others believe it is better to have students with different abilities study together. Discuss both views and state your opinion.

Some people believe that organic farming is the solution to food security problems. Others argue that modern agricultural technology is more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that children should be allowed to make their own decisions from an early age. Others believe that parents should guide them strictly. Discuss both views.

Some people believe that children should help with household chores. Others think that children should focus only on their studies. Discuss both views and give your opinion.