FCE Essay topics 2015

1. Has technology made a positive contribution to sport today?

Write about:
 The use of technology to improve performance
 The use of technology in refereeing decisions
 (your own idea)

2. It is better to work at home than in an office. Do you agree?

Write about:
 Contact with people
 Working hours
 (your own idea)

3. Life is harder for young people now than in the past. Do you agree?
Write about:
 Education
 Work
 (your own idea)

4. Is it better to go shopping in small local businesses or large out-of-town shopping

centres?
Write about:
 Where things are cheaper
 Where service is better
 (your own idea)

5. Is it better to spend a summer holiday in the countryside or on the coast?

Write about:
 Leisure options
 Climate
 (your own idea)

6. Is it better to use the car or public transport in your town or area?

Write about:
 Journey times
 Cost
 (your own idea)

7. Is it always better to tell the truth than to lie?

Write about:
 When the truth might be painful
 When lying might be harmless
 (your own idea)

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 8. There is little that individuals can do to help the environment. Do you agree?
Write about:
 Pollution
 Household waste
 (your own idea)

9. Some people think that school does not prepare students adequately for real life. Do
you agree?
Write about:
 The content of lessons
 Social relationships
 (your own idea)

10. Do you agree that modern domestic appliances have improved the quality of our lives?
Write about:
 Effect on household chores
 Time saved for other activities
 (your own idea)

11. Is it better to go on holiday with family or friends?

Write about:
 Which is cheaper
 Which is more fun
 (your own idea)

12. Is it better to be famous or unknown?

Write about:
 Money
 Friends
 (your own idea)