11.

14. 14 Now a lot of people in college are doing academic study. We should encourage
them to learn vocational skills (like plumbers and electricians). Do you agree or disagree?

1. [agree] People want to start earning money as soon as possible.

ln this way, they can become independent, and they will be able to afford their own house or
start a family. In terms of their career, young people who decide to find work, rather than
continue their studies, may progress more quickly.

2. Academic qualifications are required in many professions. For example, it is impossible to

become a doctor, teacher or lawyer without having the relevant degree. Another advantage of
graduating from a university is that it gives you more choices when it comes to choosing a job.

1 The job market is becoming increasingly competitive. sometimes there are hundreds of
applicants for one position in a company.

2, Those who work in subject-wise related. construction work or car mechanics will always have to
work under those who have civil and mechanical engineering degrees.

18. Many people use distance learning programs to study at home, but some people think that
it cannot bring the benefits as much as attending college or university. To what extent do you agree
or disagree?

1.[agree] Classroom lectures are more educative and enlightening than mere
reading of written courseware due to the direct interaction between the students and the teachers.
The student not only masters the contents of the prescribed lessons but also gains a deeper insight
into the subject as the teacher elucidates from his own experiences.

3. One learns in a more disciplined atmosphere. One has to attend classes

regularly and on time. This results in a more focused and systematic study. This leads to better
preparation for the examinations and consequently better results. Also, one can easily access
reference books and other valuable reading material from the University Library.
3. The student also gains by useful participation in other extra-curricular activities like sports,
competitions, contests and the like. All this helps in the sharpening of his communication skills and
the overall development of his personality. He develops better team spirit and learns the art of
working with others in a group.

4. Another great advantage is that of campus placement opportunities. Many reputed companies
approach good universities with offers of campus placements for their students. They are thus saved
from the uncertainty and hassles of a later job hunt.

34.
1.[disadv] Modern libraries are not only digitized but networked also. This has led to the creation
of virtual libraries i.e. libraries without walls through which the user has access to information at any
time, anywhere in the world by using modern tools of communication, such as computers and
Internet facilities.

2. [disadv]The peaceful and scholarly atmosphere in the library, which is one to concentrate more
on one's work and study. Thus, libraries will never become unneeded. They will always be there to
indicate the presence of a well-read and educated society.

3. [dis]It is very difficult to always read books from the computer monitor. Traditional books can be
issued from the library and read in the comfort of your bed. Virtual libraries can be accessed only by
those who are computer literate.

4. Access to virtual libraries can be affected by power cuts and network failures. Moreover, in a
traditional library, you are guided by the librarians if you need any help in searching for the book.

40.
1[adv] Mathematics should be a mandatory part of school curricula because maths is the basis of
all other subjects. Children need to be taught numeracy from early childhood. The knowledge of
maths makes children smarter as it teaches them to think critically. If maths is not taught then the
phobia some children have of maths will be even more pronounced when they are older.

2. If maths is studied in school, then it opens doors to many interesting subjects and careers.
Many good universities and colleges in Gnada and USA, require the knowledge of maths till Senior
Secondary level. Many high-paying jobs require analytical thinking which only those children who
have a good mathematics base.
3. It can be made optional because school children are too immature to learn about the
complexities of human relationships. They can learn such social skills from parents and teachers in
an informal way by just observing them. Philosophy, as a subject, would be too boring and would
only add to the burden on the students

4. Today's children are overburdened with tough academic subjects to make them competent
enough to be a part of the global village of today. So, only those who are really interested in
studying philosophy should be given the option of studying it.

41.
1. Basic knowledge of mathematics is needed to excel in computer languages. Finally, I believe
that it is up to the teachers to develop an interest of the students in any subject.

2. The holistic development of the students they need to study all subjects equally at the school
level. Later on, during admission to the colleges, students can select the subjects of their choice and
can explore them further.

3. The job market is very demanding and the recruiters select students who are skilled in
various fields. Having the basic knowledge of varied subjects during school time definitely widens
the horizons for the students

4. They can easily lose interest in education. all subjects are compulsory for studying, students
will not have enough time to learn all of them properly; therefore they will be constantly under a lot
of pressure.