Sometimes, companies choose people based on their personality rather than skill yet. Why do you think that is the case? What do you think is more important_personality or skills?
There are many extinct animals' species in the world nowadays. Some people believe that we should protect these animals from dying out, while others say we should concentrate on the problems of human beings. What is your opinion?
Some people think the best way to solve trafic congestion in cities is to provide free public transport 24 hour a day, 7 days a week. Is it good or bad, to what extent do you agree or disagree.
1.Having police officer patrolling the street is often considered as essential way to reduce crime. How effective do you think police street patrols are? What way reducing crime can you propose?
Some people think they have done all they should do to society by paying taxes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Extreme sports such as skydiving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
You know that a building company is planning to build new houses in immediate proximity to your house. Write a letter to the manager of the company.
In your letter
– Say how you found out about their plan
– Describe how you feel about it
– Explain what you hope that they do about it
Some educationalists say that every child should be taught how to play a musical instrument. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some peole say that music is a good way of bringing people of diiferent cultures and ages to together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Recently, your position in the company has changed, and accordingly, you are required to write a letter to ask for
some corresponding training programs that contains the following information:
• What was your last position?
• What qualities does your new position require?
• How does the training help you in your new position?
Some people say that your first impressions when you meet someone are always right. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Studies suggest that many teenagers these days prefer socialising online to meeting one another in person. Why do you think this is the case? What measures could be taken to encourage teenagers to spend more time meeting one another in person? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
1.You recently took a trip with a taxi company. The driver behaved in an unacceptable way and you had a lot of problems. You complained to the company but no one has replied to your complaint. Write a letter to the taxi company. In your letter
osay why you are writing and how you feel
oexplain what happened
otell them what you would like them to do.
Children engaged in sports are often overloaded with physical activity or get serious traumas. What are the main reasons for this? What solutions can you suggest?
The main reason for the high sale of consumer goods in today's society is advertising. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarket in some countries, many small, local businesses are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples form you knowledge or experience.
Nowadays many people choose to be self employed rather than to work for a company or organisation. what could be the disadvantages of being self employed?
Write a letter to your sibling. In your letter:
– Describe what you did for your last birthday
– Ask for photos of your sibling’s last holiday
– Talk about something you are looking forward to
Students in university education should become a specialist in one subject rather than develop a wider range of different subjects. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this disctinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children?
Environmental issues, such as pollution, climate change, and deforestation, have become major global concerns. What do you think are the main causes of these problems, and what solutions can you suggest to address them? Provide specific examples and evidence to support your ideas.
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or digsagree ?
abc def ghi jkl. Other think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an aging population outweigh the disadvantages?
universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. To what eztent do you agree or disagree?
More and more people are working from home instead of going to an office. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend
In many cities an increasing number of people don't know their neighbors and they seems no longer develop any sense of community. 1 analysis the main reasons 2 what measures can be taken to improve this?
In some countries, very few young people are willing to do unpaid community service (for example, working for a charity, improving the neighborhood, or teaching sports to younger children). What problems might this cause? What do you think is the best way to solve these problems?
Some people believe that comic books are trash and they waste our children’s time and energy. What is your opinion?
Many people like to eat unhealthy food even though they know it is bad for their health. Why? What are the effective ways to improve people’s eating habits?
Some people believe that increasing office hour is a reason for many social and personal problems and that is why the number of working hours a day should be reduced by 25%. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this reduction?
Some business observe that new employees who just graduated from a college or university seem to lack interpersonal skills needed for communication with their colleagues. What could be the reason for this? What solution can help address this problem?
Although there is a lot of translation software available, learning a language could still be advantageous. What are the benefits of learning languages? How to learn a new language effectively?
Over the past few decades, technological appliances have increasingly become common features inclass. Context, many people worry that this may lead to the disappearance of traditional educators?to what extent do you agree or disagree
Describe a writer you would like to meet. You should say: who the writer is what you know about this writer already what you would like to find out about him/her and explain why you would like to meet this writer.
There are many people who go to live in different countries. To what extent should people be allowed to move freely between countries and live where they choose? What are the benefits and drawbacks of this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your friend is about to celebrate a landmark birthday and would welcome suggestions as to
how it should be celebrate
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- Say what type of party should be held e.g. themed, fancy dress, black tie event.
- Suggest a suitable venue
- Make recommendation as to entertainment e.g. DJ, jazz band etc
The development of tourism contributed to English becoming the most prominent language in the world. Some people think that it will lead to English becoming the only language to be spoken globally. What are the advantages and disasvantages to having one language in the world?
Some people think that there could be more benefits to society if more people studied business than history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Thanks to globalization societies are becoming more and more alike. Some people fear that globalization will inevitably lead to the total loss of cultural identity. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Old Towns and Cities The world has many towns and cities constructed in previous centuries that were more suitable and livable for people in those times than they are now. What problems will this cause? What can be done to solve these problems?
You have recently used the services of a moving company. At the new place
you found out that some of your items were badly damaged. Write a letter to
the company manager including the following:
Give details of your move
List items that were damaged
Say what you expect the manager to do
You eat in your college cafeteria everyday lunchtime. However, you think it needs some improvements. Write a letter to the college magazine. In your letter,
explain what you like about the cafeteria
say what is wrong with it
suggest how it could be improved
In many parts of the world today there is a profitable market for products which lighten or whiten people’s skin. Outline the reasons for using such products and discuss what effect they have in terms of health on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the Director of the Museum. In your letter,
•Introduce yourself
•Explain what experience and special skills you have
•Explain why you are interested in the job
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows – Dear Sir/Madam,
Nowadays people waste a lot of food that was bought over the world. Why do you think people waste food? What can be done to reduce the amount of food they throw away?
Overweight Children In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people think that the government should be responsible for solving this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Precautions is better than cure. researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventive measure. To what extent do you agree?
3. Many people today are worried about young children using video games. what problems might these games cause for children and society as a whole.? How could these problems be reduced.?
Many elderly peopleare 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?
In some countries, younger people neglecting their voting rights. What problem does this cause and what can be some of the possible solutions.