The graph below shows the amount of money spent on books in Germany, France, Italy and Austria between 1995 and 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. The line graph shows how much was spent in US dollars on books in four European countries between 1995 and 2005. Overall, people in Germany spent the most on reading materials during the entire period. It is also clear that despite some fluctuations, spending on books increased in all four places over the 10 years. German expenditure fluctuated between around $80 million and about $90 million between 1995 and 2003 before increasing to just under $100 million in 2005. France was the only country that experienced a steady rise, with around $55 million worth of books sold in 1995, about $70 million in 2001, and finally just under $80 million in 2005. The figure for Italy hovered at around $50 million dollars until 1999, when it steadily rose to just over $60 million in 2005. Austrians spent approximately $30 million in 1995, and this went up by around $10 million over the next four years and remained stable for two years, before it climbed dramatically to just above $70 million in 2005.
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called 'The book that influenced the most'
Write a letter to te editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter
- describe what this book was about
- explain how this book influenced you
- say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
Some people believe that reading is always good habit. Others feel that it depends on which book a person is reading. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
With the rise of e-books comes the decline in paper books. Some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
In recent years, more and more people are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages of reading e-books outweigh its disadvantages? v.3
Many people believe that social network sites such as face book have had a huge negative on both individuals and society. To what extend do agree or disagree?
The internet has become profoundly efficiient and popular that people choose it as a platform to learn. Some believe that it would eventually replce the need for books. Do you agree or disagree?
The flow chart below shows the process of publishing a book. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people believe that social media sites such as Facebook have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree?
You want to book a hotel that one of your friends recommended to you for a family
holiday at the seaside.
Write a letter to the hotel manager to make arrangements. In your letter,
➡️explain what accommodation you require and when you want to stay
➡️ask what will be included in the price
➡️enquire about activities and places of interest near the hotelDear Hotel Manager,
More and more people are using computers and other electronic devices to acess information. So, printing of books, magazines and newspapers should not be done. Do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevent examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more people are using computers and electric devices to access information, therefore there is no need for printed books, magazines, and newspapers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The line graph illustrates the number of books loaned out from library which were consumed four months from June and pie chart describes the proportions of borrowed books separated with type of genre.
school ahould be stopp using books for teaching as they find them boring , use film tv and computer instead. to what extent do you agree qith this
3.In many countries, criminal novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime drama?
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of the television , radio and books as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective
It is not necessary for people to travel to other places to learn about the culture. We can learn as much as from books, films and the Internet. To what extent to you agree or disagree?
In many countries today, crime novels an TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think that these books an Tv shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas? Angsa
In the future , nobody will buy printed newspaper or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying . What is your opinion on this matter?
Some people think that children should only read academic book. Other believe that reading books for pleasure is equally important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
the charts below show the number and types of books bought by men and women and four different age groups in the uk
Children now adays spend a great deal of time watching television, however, television cannot replace the book as a learning tool which is why children are less well- educated today to what extend do you agree or disagree.
You recently booked a part time course at a college, You now need to cancel your booking.
Write a letter to your college administrator. In your letter
Say which part time course you’ve booked.
explain why you need to cancel your booking
ask about booking a different course.
Begin as : Dear Sir or Madam
With the vast increase in online resources today, libraries with print books are not a necessity for today’s society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that reading stories from a book is better than watching TV or playing computer games for children. To what extent do you agree or disagree? learn vocabulaary and enhance knowledge improve theri reading skills ]] concentrate better onehile reading undersyanf concepr propprt and easily help im studies improve their imaginaiton and solve their problems proper easily and feel confidents.
Many people believe that social media networking sites (e.g. Facebook) have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, some children spend a long time each a day or their smartphone instead of reading book. Do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the number of books read by men and women at Burnaby Public Library from 2011 to 2014.
In recent years, more and more people are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages outweight the disadvantages?
The pie charts compare the amount of online shopping sales for retail parts in New Zealand in 2003 and 2013. Moreover, those are divided into four categories: travel, film/music, book, and clothes.
Some parents want their children to read only serious educational books all the times, and they think is a waste of time to read any entertainment books. What is your opinion about this?
Some people say the age of books is passed. The information will be presented by videos, computers, televisions, films. Others think the book and the written words will be necessary for spread information and complete educations. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
2-The graph below shows the amount of money spent on books in Germany, France, Italy and Austria between 1995 and 2005. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that reading stories from stroy book is better than watching TV or playing computer games for children. What extent do you agree or disagree
Public libraries will soon no longer be housed in building as all facilites and books are available for all to access. What are the advantages and disadvantages of public libraries existing online?
in the future, nobody will buy printed newspaper or books because thay will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In the future, nobody will buy printed books or newspapers because people will buy and read everything online without paying. to what extent do you agree?
In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas? (15GT-1;V; 22/1/21)
The maps below shows a bookstore in 2000 and now. Summaries the information by selecting reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
It has been said, “Not everything that is learned is contained in books. “Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. In your opinion, which source is more important? Why?
Some people believe that it is important for parents to tell or read stories for their children. Others think that parents don’t have to do this because there are many sources for children to read like books, comics and websites. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
The diagram below shows the various stages involved in publishing a book. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Angsa
Schools should use films, computers and games to educate children instead of books. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The use of social media, e.g. Facebook and Twitter, is replacing face-to-face contact for many people in everyday life. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The diagram below displays the various stages involved in publishing a book.
You recently ordered some books online. However, you have not received them as yet. This has created a lot of inconvenience for you, especially as you are doing some research for which you need the books immediately.
Write a letter to the authority in-charge to convey your dissatisfaction about the delay. In the letter,
● describe the situation
● explain why you are dissatisfied
● say what you want him/her to do
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter,
describe what this book was about
explain how this book influenced you
say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
The maps below show a bookstore in 2000 and now. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In the past, knowledge was contained in books. Nowadays, knowledge is uploaded to the internet. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of the television , radio and books as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the mos effective