These are Writing Task 2 questions on the subject of culture and society.
Use these questions to practice writing Task 2 essays.
Write about the following Topic.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Is it appropriate for a magazine or newspaper to give this kind of private information about people?
Many newspapers and magazines feature stories about the private lives of famous people. We know what they eat, where they buy their clothes and who they love. We also often see pictures of them in private situations.
How far do you agree?
Some people feel that certain workers like nurses, doctors and teachers are undervalued and should be paid more, especially when other people like film actors or company bosses are paid huge sums of money that are out of proportion to the importance of the work that they do.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
As mass communication and transport continue to grow, societies are becoming more and more alike leading to a phenomenon known as globalization. Some people fear that globalization will inevitably lead to the total loss of cultural identity.