2009年5月雅思考试预测

　　一级备战

　　In many countries schools have severe problems with student behavior.

　　What do you think are the causes of this?

　　What solutions can you suggest?

　　Some people said long-distance flight consumes the fuel as much as a car consumes in several years time, and causes the same amount of pollution as cars. So some people think we should abandon the non-essential fights , and it is more efficient than restricting the car use. Give your opinion about it.

　　Today, more and more countries are expanding tourist industry. Why is the case? Do you regard it as positive or negative?

　　The government is responsible for protecting a nations cultural identity. Thus, some people believe new buildings should be built in traditional styles. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

　　Some people think government should ensure the healthy lifestyle of people, but others argue that it should be decided by individuals. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　Some individuals think students should study a wide range of courses while others think they should focus on a few subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　Economic progress is one way to measure the success of one country. What other factors should be considered? Within these factors, which you think is more important than the others?

　　It is more important for a building to serve a purpose than to look beautiful. Architects shouldnt worry about producing building as a work of art. Do you agree or disagree?

　　There are social, medical and technical problems associated with the use of mobile phones. What forms do they take? Do you agree that the problems outweigh the benefits of mobile phones?

　　二级备战

　　Traffic is a very serious problem. The pedestrians and bicycle riders are more and more dangerous. Many gardens become sacrifices to highways. What are the best ways to make the citizens satisfied?

　　In order to learn a language well, we should also learn about the country as well as the cultures and lifestyles of the people who speak it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　As for elderly, living in caring house is better than living at home with young children. Present your argument to illustrate whether you agree or disagree.