Learning English language at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local language and, if so, how?
Some people believe that the only purpose for anyone to learn a second language is to travel or work abroad. Others argue that this is not the only reason why someone needs to learn a second language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinions.
In an increasingly globalized world, communicating in English is becoming an essential skill. Some people argue that it should become an official language in Vietnam. This means English would be used in government, legal documents, education, and other official communications. The government of Vietnam should make English an official language. Do you agree or disagree? Write a persuasive essay in around 400 words.
Living in a country where you have to speak a foregin language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevent examples from own knowledge or experience.
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You've got a new job in Germany and want to improve your German. A friend of yours also went to language school last year to study German.
Write a letter to your friend asking them about their experience. In your letter
⚫ give your friend your news
⚫ ask them if they would recommend the school
invite them to Germany
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Nowadays, the development of technology has allowed computers and mobiles to translate languages automatically. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Your mentor recommended you to learn a new language and gave you contact details of a teacher. Following his advice, you need to write a letter to the teacher and say:
What is your motivation to learn a new language
•How can the teacher help you
When you will be ready to start
The graph below shows in formation about the languages that 13-year-old students in one school chose to study. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that children should start learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantage outweigh the disadvantages?
Every year several languages die out Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You are a student at an English language school in Brighton and are living in private accommodation with other flatmates. You have not had hot water or heating for some time. The landlord’s workmen have tried to fix the problem but without success.
Write a letter to the landlord. In your letter,
state your reason for writing
describe the problems and explain how you feel
propose a solution and risk the landlord to take action
Because many children are not able to learn foreign languages, schools should not force them to learn foreign languages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year.
Write a letter to the couple. In your letter
explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
say what else you could do for the family
give your reasons for wanting the job
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….,
Some expert believe that it is better for children to start learning a foreign language in elementry school and not in high school. Do you agree or disagree with statement ?
ome people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to orwork in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Scientist say that in the future humanity will speak the same language. Do you think this is a positive or negative social development?
The table below shows the kinds of second languages Korean students learned and the line graph describes how many Korean students went overseas to study between 1980 and 2005.
It has been said that reading for pleasure is better in developing imagination and language skills than watching TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Every year several language die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer language in the world. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
some people say that one should learn foreign languages only to travel and work abroad while some other says that there are other reason to learn a foreign language.discuss both views and state your opnion
Some people say that only reason for learning foriegn language Is in order to traveL to or work in foriegn country. Other say these are not the only reasons. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Several languages are in danger of extinction because they are spoken by very small number of people*. *Some say that government should spend public money on saving these languages, while others believe that it would be a waste of money*. *Discuss both these views and give your opinion.*
The technology generates language translation software, decreasing the importance of learning more languages. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. do the advatages of this topic outweigh the disadvantages
A second language is regarded as essential to success in the modern world. It should be compulsory for all children to study a second language as soon as they start school. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your son is learning a second language at school he needs some extra lessons. Write a letter to a teacher ask for his help.
In your letter explain
Why yous son needs help
Ask the teacher about the teaching experience and method
Suggest a possible schedule for the lessons
Some people believe that all children should learn a foreign language from the time they start school, while others feel it is better to start until a child is at secondary school. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
The chart below show the percentage of British students at one university in England who wThe chart below show the percentage of British students at one university in England who were able to speak other language in addition to english, in 2000 and 2010.ere able to speak other language in addition to english, in 2000 and 2010.
Scientist predict that all people will choose to talk the same global language in the future. Do you think this is positive or negative development?
The charts below show the proportions of British students at one university in England who were abale to speak other languages in addition to English, in 2000 and 2010.
Describe a language you would like to learn .you should say. What the language is Where is it spoken Why are you learn it Explain why are you interested in studying another language
you are a student at an english language school in brighton and are living in private accomodation with other flat mates. You have not had hot water or heating for some time. the landlord's workmen have tried to fix the problem but without success.
write a letter to the landlord. in your letter:
. state your reason for writing
. describe the problems
. propose a solution
It is often said “ when is Rome, do as Romans do”, do you think people should adapt and accept the culture of the country they are visit? Do you think it is possible to learn a culture without learning the language?
Some expert believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweight the disadvantages?
some experts hold the view that it’s better for the children to start learning foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. give advantages and disadvantages.
Some believe that the development of technology and improved software allow us to translate between languages automatically. Therefore, it is not necessary to learn foreign language anymore. Do u agree or disagree?
The charts bellow show the proportions of british students at one university in England who were able to speak other languages in addition to English, in 2000 and 2010.
Global languages have many benefits and drawbacks, some argue they are necessary for cooperation and advancement, while others say they are harbingers of a future monoculture. Give your opinion with examples.
The graph shows information about the number of people in Australia who used Chinese, Arabic, Italian and Greek as their first language
ome people say that only reason for learning a foriegn language is inorder to travel to or work in a foreign country.Others says that these are not the only reason why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your opinion?
It is often said “when in Rome, do as the Romans do. ” Do you think people should adapt and accept the culture of the country they visit?Do you think it is possible to learn a culture without learning the language?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some believe that the development of technology and improved software allow us to translate between langauges automatically . Therefore , it is not necessary to learn foreign languages any more . Do you agree or disagree
You want to learn a language. There is a teacher near to whereyou live.
Write a letter to the teacher. In the letter:
• say how you came to know about him/her
• explain why you want to learn
• ask what help they can offer.
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in foriegn country others say that these are not the only reason why someon should learn a foreign language. Discuss both views and give your opninon
Compare the advantage and disadvantage of three of the following ways of learning a foreign language. state which you consider to be the most effective studying on your own taking a lesson with a private tutor taking lesson as a part of a class taking lesson online going to live in a country where the language is spoken
The charts below show the proportions of British students at one university in England who were able to speak other languages in addition to English, in 2000 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. % of British students able to speak languages other than English 2000 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 10.0% 15.0% • No other language • French only • German only * Spanish only * Another language * Two other languages 20.0% 10.0% 15.0% 30.0% 10.0% 35.0%
living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause seroius social problems ,as well as practical problems .to what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will easier if there are fewer languages in the worlds. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
As part of a class assignment you have to Millions of people every year move to English-speaking countries such as Australia, Britain or America, in order to study at school, college or university. Why do so many people want to study in English? Why is English such an important international language? Give reasons for your answer.
Although there are a lot of translation software available, learning a language could still be advantageous. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.