Tuesday 3 January 2017

PAST YEAR MUET WRITING (800/4) QUESTION 2 ( 2008 TO 2016)

PAST YEAR MUET WRITING QUESTIONS ( 2008 TO 2016)
QUESTION 2

NOVEMBER 2016
“The internet is often blamed for the lack of creativity and critical thinking in today’s youth.” Do you agree with the statement? You should write at least 350 words.
JULY 2016
The traditional male role has changed with modernisation. Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
MARCH 2016
“Competition is healthy”. Do you agree with the statement? Justify your stand by giving relevant examples where appropriate. You should write at least 350 words.
NOVEMBER 2015
There is a strong link between reading and academic success. Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
JULY 2015
“The media is an educational tool.” Do you agree with the statement? Justify your stand by giving relevant examples where appropriate. You should write at least 350 words.
MARCH 2015
Many tragedies can be avoided if people take preventive actions. Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
NOVEMBER 2014
Playing computer is beneficial to everyone. Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
JULY 2014
“The imbalance between the number of boys and girls pursuing university education creates social problems." To what extent is this statement true? Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
MARCH 2014
The trend today among youth is to own the latest technological gadgets such as mobile phones and other devices. Is this a healthy development among young people? Give your opinion. You should write at least 350 words.
NOVEMBER 2013
“The most important factor which contributes towards a person’s success is himself.” Do you agree with the statement? Justify your stand, giving relevant examples where appropriate.
JULY 2013
“Everyone should aim to become a millionaire by the age of 35.” Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
MARCH 2013
Man’s careless attitude is the main cause for the destruction of the environment. Discuss.
NOVEMBER 2012
“Women make better leaders than men. “Do you agree? Discuss.
JULY 2012
“Students’ participation in co-curricular activities has been made one of the criteria for entry into universities.” What do you think of this requirement? Give your opinion and support it with reasons.
MARCH 2012
“Education is the most important factor in the development of a country.” Discuss.
YEAR END 2011
 “A persons career choice should be determined by his or her interest.” Discuss
MID 2011
The most valuable thing in life is friendship. Do you agree? Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
YEAR END 2010
In an arranged marriage, the choice of a husband or wife is made by parents or elders. What do you think of this practice in today's society? Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
MID 2010

The world today is turning more to electronic communications such as the e-mail, Facebook and short Message System (SMS). What is your opinion of this growing trend? Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
YEAR END 2009
People commit crime for selfish reasons. Discuss. You should write at least 350 words.
MID 2009 
Information and communications technology (ICT) is the cause of today's many social ills. What is your opinion? Support your answers with examples. You should write at least 350 words.
YEAR END 2008
"People are becoming more materialistic. They are concerned with making more money and what money can buy." What is your opinion on being materialistic? You should write at least 350 words.