Work questions
Work questions cover job satisfaction, salaries, working hours and how careers are changing. Separate what is good for employees from what is good for employers or the economy.
Useful topic words
- job security
- work-life balance
- flexible hours
- career prospects
- job satisfaction
- the gig economy
- unemployment
- productivity
Practice questions in the style of the real exam · updated October 2026
8 questions
Advantages / disadvantagesWork
Many people now work remotely from home. What are the advantages and disadvantages? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
DiscussionWork
As artificial intelligence becomes more advanced, some believe it will replace human jobs. Others think it will create new opportunities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
OpinionWork
A four-day working week would benefit both employees and employers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
DiscussionWork
Some people prefer to stay in the same job for their whole career, while others prefer to change jobs often. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Problem / solutionWork
In many countries, young people find it difficult to get their first job. What are the causes of this problem, and what measures can be taken to help them?
Advantages / disadvantagesWork
More people are choosing to work for themselves rather than for a company. Do the advantages of self-employment outweigh the disadvantages?
Direct questionsWork
Some people choose a job for the salary, while others choose one they enjoy. Which is more important when choosing a job? Why do people's priorities change as they get older?
OpinionWork
People should be required to keep working until they are seventy. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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