根据对前几个月的写作考题，以及对往年考试题目的归纳分析，建议正处于备考期间的考生重点关注教育类话题。参考练习如下：
1. Some school leavers go to travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to university. What are disadvantages and advantages for their studies?
2. Some people think that it is beneficial for students to go to private secondary schools, but others feel that it has negative effects on them. Discuss the both viewpoints and give your opinion.
3. Some people think that universities should provide graduates with knowledge and skills needed in the workplace, while others argue that the main function of universities is to teach students theoretical knowledge. What’s your opinion?
4. Some people believe that children can learn effectively by watching TV and they should be encouraged to watch TV both at home and school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
5. Some people believe that schools should only children subjects who are beneficial to their future career and therefore others subjects such as music and sports are not important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
6. Some people think that university students should specialize in one subject, while others think universities should encourage students to learn a rang of subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
7. Some people think that children should obey rules or do what their parents and teachers want them to do, but others think that children controlled too much cannot deal with problems well by themselves. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
8. The unpaid community service should be a necessary part in high college programs (such as helping your neighbour or teaching the children sports or working for the charity).To what extent do you agree or disagree?
同时，建议考生参考练习以下话题：
1. The shortage of housing in big cities can cause severe consequences, only government actions can solve the problem, do you agree or disagree?
2. An increasing number of people choose to travel abroad. To what extent do you think the problems brought by international travel outweigh its advantages?
3. Many developing countries are increasingly expanding their tourism industry. Why is this case? Is it a positive development?
Some people prefer to provide help and support to those people who need it in local communities directly. However, some people prefer to give money to national and international charitable organizations. Discuss both sides and give your reasons.
4. Some people say the best way to solve the environmental problem is to raise the price of fuel, to what extent do you agree or disagree?
5. The government is responsible for protecting a nation’s 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?
6. Nowadays, some people claim that public museums and art galleries will not be needed because people can see historical objects and works by using computer. Do you agree or disagree?
7. In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods. This is having a negative effect on both families and societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
8. Some people argue that the fittest and strongest individuals and teams can achieve the greatest success in sports. But, however, others think the success depends on much the mental attitude. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
9. Some people think the cheap air flight gives ordinary people more freedom. However, others think the cheap air flight should be banned because it pollutes the air and brings many other problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
10.Many people are optimistic about the 21st century and see it as an opportunity to make positive changes to the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with their optimism? What changes would you like to be made in the new century?
对于图表作文，建议各位考生应熟练掌握柱状图和表格的写作技法，在写作时注意对“趋势”及“大小差值的比较”的描述。
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