SPEAKING TASK-2

2006.10-2011.07
06.10.08
Some students prefer the internet based teaching. Others prefer to study in traditional
classrooms. Which method of studying do you prefer and why?

06.10.15
Some students tend to study in a large class. Others study in small classes. Which method
of studying do you think is better for students and why?

06.10.18
Do you think students should bring cell phones when they go to school?

06.10.21
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Please explain your opinion.
People should always tell the truth.

06.10.22
Some people believe that higher education is for all students. Other people believe that
higher education is only suitable for certain students. Which option do you think is better
and why?

06.10.28

Some students tend to live alone, while others may want to share their rooms with their
roommates. Which way of living do you think is better for students and why

06.10.29
Some people tend to judge a person on the basis of first observation. Some people believe it
takes a long time to know a person well. Which approach to knowing people do you think is
better and why?

06.11.03
Some universities provide physical education. Others believe that physical education is not
necessary. What do you think and why?

06.11.05
Some people plan every detail of their vacation in advance. Others prefer to leave most of
details flexible or open to chance. Which do you think is better and why? Include details
and examples in your explanation.

06.11.17
Some students prefer to choose universities located in big cities. Other would like to study
in universities located in small towns. Please state your opinion and explain why.

06.11.18
If you unexpectedly receive a large amount of money, what will you do with it? Would you

spend it for practical purposes or simply for fun? State your opinion and explain your
reasons.

06.11.19
Some students prefer to get up early and sleep early. Some others prefer to get up late and
sleep late. Which lifestyle do you think is better for students and why?

06.11.21 06.12.01
The best way to know a city is to visit its landmarks and historic sites. Do you agree
or disagree with the above statement? Please state your opinion and reasons. Use specific
details and examples in your statement.

06.12.03
When communicating with your friends and families, you can rely on letters, e-mail or
telephone calls. Which method of communicating do you think is better and why?

06.12.08
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Please give specific reasons for your
opinion.
Parents should restrict the TV programs that are watched by their kids instead of
letting the kids watch TV programs freely.

06.12.10

Some people prefer to keep reading a new book until it is finished. Some others prefer to
stop reading whenever they lose interest. Which method of reading do you think is better
and why?

06.12.15
Some people believe it is important for college students to receive education about at least
one musical instrument. Some people think that providing music education for college
students is not necessary. What is your opinion and why?

06.12.16
One should live a relaxed life instead of always hurrying. Do you agree or disagree with the
above statement? Why or why not? Use specific reason and examples to support your
answer.

2007
07.01.13

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07.01.19
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07.02.03
Some high schools require students to wear uniforms. Others allow students to wear
clothing of their own choice. Which situation do you think is better and why? Include
details and examples in your explanation.
07.03.03
Some students would choose to study a subject because it brings plenty of job
opportunities. Instead, others would choose to study a subject which really interests them,
although it probably doesnt sell well in the job market. Which opinion do you agree with?
Explain why?
07.03.04

07.03.10
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07.03.23

07.04.21

07.04.29

07.05.18

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07.06.09

07.06.16
Some people believe that first-year college students should live in a dorm building that
homes only freshmen. Others may prefer the idea that first-year students must live together
with students in 2nd,3rd, or even 4th grade. Which opinion do you agree with? Explain
why.
07.06.24

07.06.30

07.07.07
Some people like taking their vacation in the city. Others prefer spending their vacation in
the countryside. Which do you prefer and why? Include details and examples in your
explanation.
07.07.14

07.07.21

07.07.28

07.08.04

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07.08.17

07.08.25
Some people prefer to spend time with one or two close friends. Others choose to spend
time with a large number of friends. Explain which of these two ways you prefer and why.
Include details and examples in your explanation.
07.09.08

07.09.12

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07.09.22
Some people think that it is better to be a member of a group. Others think that it is better
to be the leader of a group. Explain which of these two points you agree with and why.
Include details and examples in your explanation.
07.09.29

07.10.17

07.10.20

When you have free time, do you look forward to spending it outdoors or do you prefer to
spend your leisure time indoors? Give reasons and clear examples to support your choice.
07.10.21
Some people get most of their news from the radio or television. Others read the newspaper.
Which source of news do you think is better and why? Include details and examples in your
explanation.
07.10.27
Some students like to do research on the Internet. Other students prefer to use their
university library. Explain which of these you prefer and why. Include details and examples
in your explanation.
07.10.28

07.11.03
Some people like different friends. Others like similar friends. Explain which of these two
friends you like and why. Include details and examples in your explanation.
07.11.11

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07.12.08

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07.12.15

2008
08.01.05
Disagree or agree Having a relaxed or unhurried life is most important for a person.
08.01.12
Small class or large class lectures class
08.01.13
Do you agree or disagree: people should always tell the truth.
08.01.18
The people celebrating, such as musician, actors, athlete, could give a good example to
young people.
08.01.19
plan how to spend free time, plan. ? ?
08.02.02
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The childhood years (the time from
birth to twelve years of age) are the most important years of a persons life. Use specific
reasons and examples to support your answer.
08.02.15
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08.02.16
Some people keep in touch with friends and family by letter or e-mail. Others keep in touch
by telephone. Which method do you prefer to use, and why? Include details and examples
in your explanation.
08.02.23
Do you think university student is wasting time to take others courses in other school that
beyond their major.
08.02.24
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08.02.28

08.03.01
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08.03.02

08.03.08
Some people think learning math and science is more important than learning art and
literature, what do you think?
08.03.14
Do you like to be taught by teachers with experience or new teachers?
08.03.15

08.03.30

08.04.27

08.05.04

08.05.10

08.05.17

08.05.31
Some college students prefer to attend classes regularly because they believe that only in
the class atmosphere can they focus on the reading. Others, however, believe that the best
reading can only be done outside the classroom. Which reading method do you think is
better and why?
08.06.07

08.06.22
Some people believe that universities should focus their money on academic studies. Other
people believe that universities should also use their funds to provide students more
entertainments such as movies and concerts. What is your opinion, and why?
08.06.29

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08.09.28

08.10.12 (07.06.24)

08.10.18

Do you agree to the statement that the best lesson we can learn is through making
mistakes
08.10.26 (07.02.03)

08.11.01

08.11.09

08.11.15 (07.06.16)

08.11.23
its important to learn about a new culture?
08.11.30
Do you prefer to hang out with people of the same interest with you or do you prefer to
hang out with people of different interest with you?
08.12.06
Do you agree or disagree The most important influences that young adults have are from
their families
08.12.07
Do you think the government should invest arts or invest museum or theatre?
08.12.13
Paired-choice: part-time job/ summer employment
Do part-time job/ summer employment help for choosing career?

08.12.20
living in countryside big city
Do you like living in countryside or big city?
08.12.21

Some risk taking, some cautious. Which will you choose in sports?

2009
09.01.10
Some people get most of their news from newspapers and magazines. Others get
information from TV or other things. Which source of news do you prefer and why?
09.01.18

Is it important to do what you most favorite?

09.02.14

Which one do you like? Shopping via the internet, telephone, magazines and so on or
shopping in the mall.
09.02.22

Do you like outdoor sports or indoor sports?

09.02.28

Do you agree that students take a years rest for preparation before going to college or not?
09.03.07

Do you prefer to learn in the classroom or outside the classroom?

09.03.14

When there is a problem, you will ask the teacher or search internet or reference books?
09.03.21
Would you like to spend time with family or friends rather than alone? Why?
09.03.22
small group class large group class
Do you like small group class or large group class?
09.03.27
Should the parents let their children practical course like cooking and personal finance?
09.03.28
Should school open practical courses like cook besides the academic subjects?
09.03.29
Someone prefers to have classes on the day and do part-time job in the evening while
others prefer to have classes in the evening and do a part-time job on the day. Which would
you prefer?
09.04.03
Prefer to have a busy schedule or a lot of free time???
09.05.09

We can learn a lot from the past. Do you think it is right or wrong?
09.05.15

Are you prefer to do some works or projects in one time and do each work or project at one
time.
09.05.16
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? All students should be required to
study art and music in secondary school. Use specific reasons to support your answer.
09.05.30
Some students prefer to study or work on difficult class assignments early in the morning.
Other students prefer to do this type of work in the evening.
Which will you choose? Why?
09.05.31
Some people prefer to watch entertainment TV programs while others prefer to watch
educational programs, which do you prefer? Why?
09.06.05

Do you think that university should invest on students academic education or other
education like training students music artistic accomplishments?
09.06.07

Do you like together with a lot of friends or with some one?

09.06.12
Do you think that personality changes with age
09.06.13

Money and power are a symbol of success.

09.06.21
Do you think that university student is wasting time to take others course in other school
that beyond their major
09.06.27
Do you agree or disagree with the statement that friends influence people the most.
09.07.25
Do you like travel to somewhere you have never been to or the place you have ever been?
09.08.01

Some take notes on classes, and some never or seldom take notes on classes. What about
you?
09.08.02

Should celebrities (musicians, athletes, artists) to guide young men or not?

09.08.07
dress show personality
Does dress show reflect personality?
09.08.08

Some people think that modern technology has impacted our life negatively, while others
think that it has improved our life. Which one do you agree and why?
09.08.22
reading, thinking and studing alone
Will you reading, thinking and studying alone or participating in collective activities with
friends in your spare time?
09. 08 .30
Some students prefer to attend smaller classes with small group discussions. Others prefer
to attend lager classes with lectures. Which do you prefer and why? Include details and
examples in your explanation.
09.09.12
Should children grown up in cities or small time?
09.09.19
Children can do housework as old enough as they are. Agree or
disagree
09.09.20
Children should be required to help with household tasks as soon as they are old enough
to do so.
09. 09.25
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Is it a waste of time to watching television?
09.09.26
When on a trip, you prefer just look or keep a journal and take picture, why

09.10.10
draw & paint
Should children learn draw and paint?
09.10.17
Some students prefer to take an essay question where they must write an essay to a
question. Other students prefer to take a test with objective questions. Which types of exam
question do you prefer? Give reasons and examples in your explanation.
09.10.18
prepared food
Do you like prepared food or cooking by yourself?
09.10.24

Some people think that students will benefit more from a large class than a small class, do
you agree or not?
09.10.25
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Participating in class discussions
makes students learn more. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer
09 .10. 31
Some people prefer to live in a place most of their life. Other people prefer to move to
different places. Which do you prefer and why? Use specific reasons and examples to
support your response.
09.11.01
Some people like to have a break or get a job during summer vacation. Others think it is

better to take class. Which do you prefer and why?

09.11.07
Do you prefer to do couples of small assignments or one or two big assignments?
09.11.08

Review at any time or cram for a test, which do you like?

09.11.13
recording music
Do you prefer to the concert or listen to the recording music?
09.11.14
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is never too late for an old people
to receive high education and to get a university degree. Use specific reasons to support
your answer
09.11.21
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The best way to learn lessons is **
mistakes. Use specific reasons to support your answer
09.11.22
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The most important lessons can not
be learned in classrooms. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

2010
2010 1 16

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is important to

remember the past and learn things from the past. Use specific reasons to
support your answer.
2010 1 17
Do you prefer to take your cell phone always with you or not.
2010 1 23
Do you want to be taught by an experienced teacher or a new teacher?
2010 1 31 2008 12 12
Do you prefer to travel alone or with your family and why
2010 2 7
Would you prefer to watch a film at the cinema or at home?
2010 2 21 2008 6 28
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
Students should always study in quiet places.
Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
2010 2 27
Do you prefer driving a car or taking public transport?
2010 3 6
Do you plan your free time or you do things spontaneously in your free time?
Explain why.
2010 3 13
Some students prefer to go to universities or colleges in their hometown.
Others prefer to go to universities or colleges in new cities or towns. Which do

you prefer and why? Include details and examples in your explanation.
2010 3 27
Some people prefer to go shopping only when they need to buy something.
Other people like to go shopping even they dont have certain things to buy.
Which one would you prefer?
2010 4 10
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
It is easier to be a teacher than to be a student.
2010 4 24
Some people make decisions very quickly based on their immediate ideas;
others think a lot before making a decision. Which do you prefer and why?
2010 5 8
Do you think children are trouble makers for their parents?
2010 5 16
Which place would you like to go shopping, a large department store or a
small specialty storeWhy?
2010 5 22
Do you prefer to be a leader or support member in a group project?

Do you think students should take part in school activities or not?

2010 6 12
Do you agree that parents should get involved when their children are
choosing their university?

2010 6 13
When a college student have some questions, do you think they should ask
their professor for help or just surf the internet to get the answer?
2010 6 19
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement.
To be successful, a person should study in the university
2010 6 26
Some people prefer to play team sports, other prefer to play individual sports,
which do you prefer and why?

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement.

Play computer or video games has negative influence on teenagers.
2010 7 10 2009 5 15
Do you prefer to do some works or projects in one time and do each work or
project at one time.
2010 7 23
Do you prefer to carefully choose the gift which your friends like or choose
whatever you like
2010 7 24
Do you prefer to celebrate your birthday with a lot of people or just a few
people?
2010 8 14
Do you think a persons personality will change when he or she grows older?

2010 8 21
Do you think children should help to do house work when are old enough?
2010 8 28
Do you think before get something done, one should make a full preparation
or just simply get it done right away?
2010 9 11
Should junk food commercials and candy commercials be banned from TV?
2010 9 12 ( 2009 1 10 )
Some people prefer reading newspapers or magazines to get news; others
prefer watching television or listening to radio to get news. Which way do you
prefer and why? Include details to support your explanation.
2010 9 18
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
Cell phones greatly improved peoples lives.
2010 10 9
Would you like to spend time with family or friends rather than alone and
why?
2010 10 17
Do you agree with the statement that artists and musicians are important to
the society?
2011 10 22
Some people think students should study in classroom and other believe they
should visit museum and zoo, which one do you like?

2010 10 23
Some people think taking notes is necessary when people are having class,
others dont think taking notes is necessary. What is your opinion?
2010 10 30
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement.
The gifts made by themselves are more meaningful than those bought
from stores.
2010 10 31
Watch television is not a good way to use time
2010 11 6
Some people think in the future students will have classes on the internet in
stand of in building, but some thinks students will still have class in building.
What do you think?
2010 11 13
Do you prefer to study in a group or study by yourself.
2010 11 14
Do you think you can tell a persons personality through the clothes he or she
wears?
2010 11 21
When do you prefer to do your assignment, morning or evening
2010 11 27
Some people prefer to write diaries or take photos to records things they've
experienced. Other's don't. What is your opinion and why? Use specific

reasons and examples to support your response.

2010 11 28
Some people prefer to watch entertainment TV programs while others prefer to
watch educational programs, which do you prefer? Why?
2010 12 3
Do you agree or disagree that assignments handed in after the deadline
should receive lower score.
2010 12 4
Do you agree or disagree: Yong people today know more about the world
events than their parents did before?
2010 12 11
Do you think parents should involve themselves in helping children to choose
their careers?
2010 12 12 2009 7 25
Do you like to travel to somewhere you have never been to or the place you
have ever been to?
2010 12 18
Do you prefer to take some courses before career decision or decide career
after taking university courses?
2010 12 19
Some people prefer to live in places where climate doesnt change very much.
While others prefer to live in places where climate changes with seasons.
Which one do you prefer? Include reasons and details in your explanation.

2011
2011 1 8
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
Students should do part-time job before attending college.
2011 1 22
Do you prefer live music like concert or recordings of music?
2011 1 30
Do you prefer to choose hard courses with low credits or simple courses with
high credits? Why?
2011 2 12
Do you prefer to learn from people and events in the past or from current
events?
2011 2 20
Some people prefer to solve a challenge all by themselves. Others prefer to
depend on other people's help. Which do you prefer and why? Include details
and examples in your explanation.
2011 2 26
Do you think children should be paid to do house work or not?
2011 3 12
Which do you prefer, going to the same place for your vacation or different
places and spend little time at each place for you vacation?
2011 3 13

Do you think children should grow in a big city or a small place?

2011 3 20
Do you think teachers should ask students to attend regular discussion?
2011 3 26
Some people prefer to read or watch news every day, other people prefer to
read or watch news regularly, which one do you prefer.
2011 4 9
Is it important to learn from ancestry?
2011 4 23
Parents are the best teachers of a child.
2011 5 14
Do you prefer to write a long essay or give a speech in frond of class for an
assignment?
2011 5 29
Do you think children should learn to draw or paint?
2011 6 11
Do you like fast food or not?
2011 6 19
Advertisements have too much influence on what people buy.
2011 6 23 2009.10.17
Some believe class discussion should be part of the grade. Some believe that
only assignments should be part of the grade. Which do you agree? Use
specific reasons and examples to support your response.

2011 7 9
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement.
Watching sports programs on television is not a good use of time.
2011 7 23
Do you think eating healthy foods today is more difficult than it was 40 or 50
years ago?