IELTS Writing Topics – Advantage Disadvantage – 2021

These are tricky essays and very important.

1. People now have the freedom to work and live anywhere in the world due to the development of communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
2. Nowadays people use social media to keep in touch with others and be aware of news. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
3. Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What are the disadvantages to being self-employed?
4. Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Does this situation have more advantages or disadvantages?
5. In many cities, there is little control on the design and construction of new houses. Some people think that people can choose to build houses in their own styles instead of building them the same as the old house style in local areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
6. International travel is becoming cheaper, and more and more countries open their door and with more and more tourists. Do the advantages of increased tourism outweigh its disadvantages?
7. The government has announced that it plans to build a new university. Some people think that your community would be a good place to locate the university. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a new university in your community. Use specific details in your discussion.
8. In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything If they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
9. Writing: People nowadays tend to have children at older ages. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
10. Nuclear power is used both for weapons of mass destruction and the production of cheap, clean energy. Do the advantages of nuclear power outweigh the disadvantages?
11. More and more businesses as well as individuals are choosing to communicate either professionally or socially using technology rather than being face to face. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using the technology for communicating.
12. Some people think that your community would be a good place to locate the university. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a new university in your community. Use specific details in your discussion.
13. The development of tourism contributed to English becoming the most prominent language in the world. Some people think this will lead to English becoming the only language to be spoken globally. What are the advantages and disadvantages to having one language in the world?
14. In recent years, more and more people are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
15. In the last decade, there has been a great increase in the number and variety of online courses available to adults. This has been welcomed as a great opportunity by many students, however, other students see these courses as less effective than classroom teaching. What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying an online course?
16. Many people believe that physical fitness is essential for academic performance. How does exercise benefit school performance and what can people do to maintain a regular fitness routine?
17. An increasing number of people are buying what they need online. What are the advantages and disadvantages for both individuals and companies to shopping online?
18. Some experts believe that is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
19. At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
20. University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
21. In some countries, people prefer to rent a house to live in, while in other countries people prefer to buy their own house. Does renting a house have more advantages or disadvantages than buying a house?
22. An increasing number of people are buying what they need online. What are the advantages and disadvantages for both individuals and companies to shopping online?
23. Nowadays people around the world are spending more money on consumer goods like TVs and microwave ovens. Is this a positive or negative development?
24. Some people believe that money makes life comfortable. Others think that a large amount of wealth brings more troubles. Do the advantages of having a lot of money outweigh the disadvantages?
25. Many people are now opting to provide technology companies with their personal data in exchange for access to the software. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
26. An increasing number of people are buying what they need online. What are the advantages and disadvantages for both individuals and companies to shopping online?
27. Nowadays, parents are allowing their children to use tablets and smartphones to enhance learning. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
28. In most countries people prefer to rent rather than buying them? Write advantage and disadvantages of renting home?
29. Modern societies need specialists in certain fields, but not in others. Some people therefore think that governments should pay university fees for students who study subjects that are needed by society. Those who choose to study less relevant subjects should not receive government funding. Would the advantages of such an educational policy outweigh the disadvantages?
30. In many cities many people are living in apartments and condominiums. Do these types of accommodations offer more advantages or disadvantages?
31. People these days watch TV, films and other programs alone rather than with other people. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
32. People these days watch TV, films and other programs alone rather than with other people. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
33. Modern societies need specialists in certain fields, but not in others. Some people therefore think that governments should pay university fees for students who study subjects that are needed by society. Those who choose to study less relevant subjects should not receive government funding. Would the advantages of such an educational policy outweigh the disadvantages?
34. Recent research has shown that business meetings and training are increasingly taking place online. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
35. Many employees are able to work at home due to modern technology. Some people claim that it can benefit only the workers, not the employers. Is it a positive or negative development?
36. With rise of e-books comes the decline in paper books. Some people see this is as a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
37. Nowadays many people have access to computers on a wide basis and a large number of children play computer games. What are the advantages and disadvantages of playing games on computers by children?
38. It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
39. Many people choose to travel abroad to learn a foreign language instead of studying in their hometown. Do the advantages of learning a new language in this way outweigh the disadvantages?
40. It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
41. With the increasing population and growing urban centers, many countries are losing their natural beauty places. what benefits are there to protecting places of natural beauty? how can this be solved?
42. In many countries, the government prioritizes economic growth above all other concerns. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this.
43. People nowadays tend to have children at older ages. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
44. Today more and more tourist or visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara Desert or the Antarctic. What are the advantages and disadvantages for tourist who visit such places?
45. More and more people are using the Internet to do their tasks rather than doing in person. Does the advantage of this trend outweigh the disadvantage?
46. The use of social media is replacing face to face contact with many people. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
47. Some people think it is good for students to take a gap year before going to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing so?
48. International tourism has brought enormous benefit to many places. At the same time, there is concern about the impact on local inhabitants and the environment. Do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages?
49. In many countries traditional dress and costumes are considered effective ways of maintaining links with the past. How effective can traditional costumes be in the sense what are the ways it is to help citizens connect with the countries past
50. At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
51. International tourism has bought enormous benefit to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants and environment. Do disadvantages outweigh the advantages?
52. In some countries, many young people choose to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages.
53. In many countries, paying for things and using mobile app is becoming increasingly common. Does this Development are having more advantages or disadvantages?
54. In many countries, paying for things using mobile phone ap is becoming increasingly common thus this development more advantages or disadvantage.
55. Many things that used to be done by in the home by hand are now being done by machines does this development bring more advantages or disadvantages.
56. Some parents buy their children a large number of toys to play with. What are the advantages and disadvantages for the child of having a large number of toys?
57. At the present time, the population of some countries of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
58. Some environmentalists have advocated building wildlife sanctuaries to protect endangered species. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of doing this.
59. In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of given children this message?
60. Some employers offer their employees subsidized membership and sport, believing that this will make their staff healthier and thus more effective at work. Other employers see no benefits in doing so. Consider the arguments from both aspects of the possible debate, and reach a conclusion.
61. Many elderly people are no longer looked after by their families but are put in care homes or nursing homes. what are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
62. In some countries, more and more adults are continuing to live with their parents even after they have completed education and found jobs. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
63. International tourism has brought enormous benefit to many places. At the same time, there is concern about the impact on local inhabitants and the environment.
64. These days, mobile phones and the internet are very important to the ways in which people relate to one another socially. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
65. At the present time the population of some countries include relatively large number of young adults compared with the number of older people. do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
66. Many things which were done in the home by hand in the past are now done by machines. Does this development bring more advantages or disadvantages?
67. Some people think that being able to communicate with others online is breaking down geographical barriers and enabling people, who would normally never have the chance to meet, to communicate. What are the advantages of international online? Are there any disadvantages to this?
68. In spite of technological developments in transportation, many people believe that a bicycle is the best way to reach in any destination. what are the advantages and disadvantages of using a bicycle nowadays?
69. In the past, most people used to travel to their place of work. With increased use of computers, the internet and smartphones, more and more people are starting to work from home. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
70. Nowadays many people choose to be self- employed rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the advantages and disadvantages of being self-employed?
71. More and more businesses as well as individuals are choosing to communicate either professionally or socially using technology rather than face to face. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using technology for communicating.
72. Some people think that being able to communicate online is breaking geographical barriers and enabling people, who would never have the chance to meet, communicate online. What are the advantages of international communications? Are there any disadvantages too?
73. In spite of technological developments in transportation, many people believe that a bicycle is the best way to reach in any destination. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a bicycle nowadays?
74. Some people think it is better for children to grow up in the city, while others think that life in the countryside is more suitable for them. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both places?
75. Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh disadvantages?
76. In many countries, there is a shortage of housing due to growing population. Some people argue that new towns should be built in the countryside. Other argue for the regeneration of the cities. What are the advantages and Disadvantages of building new towns in the countryside?
77. Populations in developing nations are rapidly growing, people now believe that we should turn to genetically modified crops to increase the productions of food grains. Discuss the Advantages and Disadvantages of this approach.
78. Populations in developing nations are rapidly growing, people now believe that we should turn to genetically modified crops to increase the productions of food grains. Discuss the Advantages and Disadvantages of this approach.
79. At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
80. Many famous sports players advertise products. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
81. Some people think that the best way to run a business is within the family. What are the advantages and disadvantages of a family run business?
82. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working or studying at home?
83. Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh disadvantages?
84. Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the advantages and disadvantages of being self-employed?
85. State the advantages and disadvantages of strict laws of noise pollution.
86. Some students tend to travel after finishing school and spend time working somewhere instead of going to the university directly. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
87. Some experts believe it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary schools rather than secondary schools. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
88. The use of social media is replacing face-to-face interaction among many people in society. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
89. In some countries students pay for them while in some others the government pays for them. Does the advantage that the government pays the money outweigh the disadvantage?
90. Some people like more living in a house while others prefer live in an apartment. What is the advantage and disadvantages of living in a house in comparison of living in an apartment?
91. Consumer goods have become the most important of people’s lives. Do advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
92. Many things used to be done in the home by hands are now being done by machines. does this development bring more advantages or disadvantages?
93. Demand for gas and oil is increasing and so finding new sources in remote and untouched areas is a necessity. Do the advantage of this is outweigh the disadvantages
94. An increasing number of schools provide tablets and laptop computers for students to use in schools, replacing books and other printed materials like exams and assignments. What are the advantages and disadvantage of this trend?
95. People are using a lot of online language translation apps. Do the benefits of this outweigh the disadvantages?
96. Do the dangerous derived from the use of chemicals in food production and preservation outweigh the advantages?
97. University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies. Discuss both advantages and disadvantages?

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