Advantages and disadvantages questions

Look for “advantages”, “disadvantages”, “outweigh”, or “positive or negative development”.

First move: List one benefit and one drawback, then give a verdict.

If you get stuck: This offers both sides. → One clear advantage is… → However, the main drawback is… → On balance…

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Practice questions in the style of the real exam · updated October 2026

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Advantages / disadvantagesWork
Many people now work remotely from home. What are the advantages and disadvantages? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
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Advantages / disadvantagesEducation
More parents are choosing to educate their children at home instead of sending them to school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
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Advantages / disadvantagesTechnology
In some countries, cash is rarely used and most payments are made by card or phone. Do the advantages of a cashless society outweigh the disadvantages?
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Advantages / disadvantagesEnvironment
Some people think we should only buy food that is grown or produced locally. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
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Advantages / disadvantagesHealth
Many people now use apps and smart watches to track their health and exercise. Is this a positive or negative development?
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Advantages / disadvantagesWork
More people are choosing to work for themselves rather than for a company. Do the advantages of self-employment outweigh the disadvantages?
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Advantages / disadvantagesCrime and law
Security cameras are now installed in many public places. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
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Advantages / disadvantagesGovernment and society
In many countries, the proportion of older people is increasing. Is this a positive or negative development?
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Advantages / disadvantagesMedia and advertising
Many companies now pay social media influencers to promote their products. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
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Advantages / disadvantagesCities and transport
In many cities, more people now live in tall apartment buildings. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
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Advantages / disadvantagesFamily and children
More people are waiting until their thirties or later to have children. Is this a positive or negative development?
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Advantages / disadvantagesCulture and tourism
International tourism has grown rapidly in recent decades. Do the advantages for local communities outweigh the disadvantages?
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