The graph shows the average Japanese month salary (Yen) from 1953 to 1983, and the prices of black and white televisions and color televisions during the same period
Many parents think that it is good to teach their children about money. Why do you think it is important to teach them the value of money? What are the ways that can help children learn about it?
The pie charts show the average household expenditures in Japan and Malaysia in the year 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Schools should teach children the academic subjects which have a close relationship with their future careers, so other subjects like music, arts and sports are not important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table below shows the number of temporary migrant worker in four countries in 2003 and 2006 and the number of these workers per 1,000 people in these countries in 2006. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six- year-old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
– Explain why you would like the job
– give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
– say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
The table below shows the amount of waste production (in millions of tonnes) in six different countries in three different years over a twenty-year period. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe charity organizations should only offer help to people of their own countries. Others claim that these organizations should give aid to people in great need wherever they live. Discuss both opinions and tell which side do you agree?
Children today are too dependent on computers and electronic entertainment. It would be better to encourage them to spend more time outside playing sports and games. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say it is important to keep your home and workplace tidy, with everything organized and in the correct places. What is your opinion about this?
The bar chart illustrates the percentage of how parents in a country spent time taking care their children in the evening in 2022. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), many tasks that were once performed by humans are now being automated. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
The graph and chart below give information about 3d cinema screens and releases
Fossil fuels, such ad coal, oil and natural gas, are used in many countries. But in some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy, including wind and solar power, has been encouraged. Is this trend a positive or a negative development?
Some people think that economic development is the only way to end poverty while others believe that it is causing damage to the environment and so should be stopped. Disscuss both views and give your opinion
The table below shows the results of a survey where first-year students were askedto rate some aspects of their courses.
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main feautres and make comparisons where relevant
The diagram details the process of making leather products. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You have been asked to organise a special dinner to celebrate your company’s achievements this year. Write a letter to the restaurant you have chosen. In your letter say
why you want to come to the restaurant and when
how many people will attend the dinner
what special requirements you have
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment. Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?”
The chart below shows where migrants to Australia come from, by region in 1987 and 1997.
Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter
• explain the reasons for the noise
• apologise
• describe what action you will take
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others believe there are better alternatives to reduce crime. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
In some societies, the number of crimes committed by teenagers is growng. Some people think that regardless of age, teenagers who commit makor crimes should receive adult punishment.
To what extent do you agree?
Wealthy countries should accept more refugees and provide them with basic assistance. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it is a moral obligation for developed countries to provide international aid to developing countries while others worry that the aid might possibly be misused by the governments of the poor countries and cannot actually help the poor people to improve their living standard. What is your opinion?
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are abale to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, an make comparisons where relevant.
Deforestation is a serious matter, as the forest throughout the world are coming to an end. What are the causes, solutions and effect of this problem.
Some people believe that residents are responsible for keeping the roads clean and others say that it is the responsibility of the government. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
-Give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
-Explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
-Describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes.
In the modern world, many employees lack software skills such as communication and working in teams. What are the causes of this problem? What are the effects of the lack of such skills?
You have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase. Write a letter to the company that you bought the clothing from. In your letter:
give details of the purchase
explain the problem
explain why you need a replacement urgently
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam..........,
The table below shows social and economic indicators for four countries in 1994, according to United Nations statistics. Describe the information shown below in your own words. What implications do the indicators have for the countries?
In some countries young people are not only richer, but also safer and healthier than ever before. However, they are often less happy. What do you think are the reasons for this and what can be done to help?
Some people consider price as most important thing to think about when buying product (suld as cell phone) or service (e.g. medical treatment). Do you agree or disagree?
The line graph illustrates the percentage of audiences in UK who listen to radio and watch TV during the day from October to December 1992
Studies show that crime rates are lower among those with education degrees. Therefore, the best way to reduce crime is to educate criminals while they are in prison. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
● explain why you want to take time off work
● give details of the amount of time you need (2 weeks)
● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away. (2 other software dev are in context, i am available for emails or calls if needed)
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear
bar chart on average time (hours) a teacher spent teaching in three different school types in 4 countries in 2001
Money for postgraduate research is limited. Some people, therefore, think that financial support from thegovernment should be only provided for scientific research rather than research for less useful subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the opinion?
Some people think that mental health is the most important factor for success in sports. However, some others believe that it is more important to have strong and fit people. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
The bar chart below shows the average monthly expenditure on three categories — food, entertainment, and clothing — by three different age groups in a European country in 2020
The chart below gives information on the numbers of workers in different occupations who migrated to Australia between 2009 and 2012
Many people think that the behaviour of professional sportsmen/sportswomen on or off the field is not important as long as they are good players.To what extent do you agree or disagree with it ?
A report indicated that many children between 7 and 11 spend too much time watching tv or playing video games.How does the problem affect the hildren,their families and society?What measures can be taken to control it?
The dangers and complexities of modern world have made mobile phone an absolute neccessity forchildren. To what extent to you agree or disagree?
One of your friends wants to apply for a job at a summer school camp as a sports coach. Write a letter to the camp manager to recommend your friend.
In your letter:
say how well you know your friend
describe the qualifications and experience that your friend has
explain why your friend would be suitable for this job.
Some people think that governments should spend more money on public transport, while others believe building more roads is better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
the two maps below show road acces to a city hospital in 2007 and in 2010