Durning a recent plane journet, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter:
1) remind him when and where you met.
2) tell him what kind of job you are interested in.
3) say why you think you would be suitable for that job.
Some people think that housing facilities should be built in the vacant areas of cities and towns, while others believe that parks should be set instead. Planting trees is very important for the environment. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It has recently been announced that a new restaurant may be built in your neighborhood. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a restaurant nearby? Do you support or oppose this plan? Why?
Directions: Read the question below. You will have 30 minutes to plan, write, and revise your essay. Typically an effective essay will contain a minimum of 300 words. From the following list, which industry has made the biggest technological advancements in the last decade? ▪Healthcare ▪Banking ▪Education Give reasons or examples to support your opinion.
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A friend told you recently that he/she had gone to an excellent restaurant. You wonder if this restaurant will be suitable for your birthday party next week.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
tell your friend about your planned party
ask what the restaurant is called and for directions to get there
ask what kind of food it serves and if your friend has any particular recommendations from the menu
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Pat,
Teenagers should not be allowed to use mobile phones in schools. Do you agree or disagree? Give explanations and examples for your response.
The maps below show one part of a small town called Springsby as it is now, and plans for how it might be developed.
The maps below show the centre of a small twon called Islip is it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
[Diagram - CB 16 test 3] The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year.
The charts below show the percentages of men and women aged 60-64 in employment in four countries in 1970 and 2000 Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant. You should Some people want governments to spend money looking for life on other planets. Others, however, think this is a waste of public money when there are so many problems on earth. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
It is beyond questions that our planet is becoming a more difficult place to support human life. However, other than investing money on doing research about other living planets, I contend that human should spend it on rescuing the Earth.
you are unhappy about a plan to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live near the airport. Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter
Explain where you live
Describe the problem
Give reasons why you don’t want this development.
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of planet and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give you own opinion.
The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The diagram illustrates a fire evacuation plan for a college accommodation building. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant
The plans below show the layout of a university's sport centre now and how it will look after redevelopment Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant
The map shows the present layout of an post building and plans for its future redevelopment.
nowadays, the jet plane is considered to be one of the most important and influential invention in the world. To what extend do oyu agree or disagree with this opinion?
A friend is planning to visit the town where you live. Write a letter to make some suggestions about
The best time to visit your town
The most interesting places to check out
Where to find inexpensive accommodation
Five months ago you started renting an apartment on a six month agreement. you wish to stay in the apartment for longer than 6 months, you originally agreed with the owner. Write a letter to the owner of the apartment. In your letter:
How long do you want to rent the apartment for
Explain why your plans have changed
Tell the owner about a problem in the apartment
You have recently moved to a new city and are planning to join a club to pursue a hobby. Write a letter to the club secretary. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in joining the club.
Mention your previous experience with this hobby.
Ask for any information related to membership and meetings.
Write at least 150 words.
Write a letter inviting your friend to a family function. Tell him/her:
-What the occasion is
-What your plans are
-Why it is important he/she comes
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for himlher.
Write a letter to Chris's parents. In your letter
• say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
• explain why you won't be able to attend the party
• give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some hlep.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
give details of your study plans
explan why you want to get a part-time job
suggest how your friend could help you find a job
In many countries, city planners locate offices, schools, homes and shops in certain areas so that they are seperated by distance. Do you think the advantages of this practice outweigh the disadvantages?
There is an increasing population on the planet, and people are running out of water, food, and shelter. To what consequences may overpopulation lead? In your opinion, what measures can be taken to fight overpopulation?
Write a letter to your professor about you recent internship and future plans after graduation.
In letter
Thank him
tell about your duties at internship
Share your plans after graduation
The two maps below show the village of Bunborough in the present day and plans for the village in 2024.
You recently returned by plane from an overseas trip. When you reached home, you realised you had left your hand luggage on the plane. Write a letter to the airline.
In your letter:
say when and where you lost your hand luggage
describe the bag and its contents
suggest the action you would like the airline to take
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The diagram below shows how a geothermal power plant works
You are planning a weekend trip to a nearby countryside area and would like to invite a friend who lives in another city.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Explain why you are organizing the trip
- Describe the activities you have planned
- Suggest how your friend can travel to the location and where he/she can stay
You are planning to organise your high school class reunion. For that, write a letter to
your friend to invite him/her to the reunion.
You should include the following in your letter:
• when and where the party is
• give some details about what is going to happen at the party
• tell him/her what you have been doing recently
2.You recently discovered that there are plans to build a new airport in your area and you are not happy with it. Write a letter to the local authority. In your letter,
oSay how you found out about the plans
oExplain what problems your neighbourhood will face
oSuggest some possible solutions to those problems.
Recent research has confirmed that human activity has become the greatest threat to plant and animal life. Why do you think this has happened? How can we reduce our impact on the natural world?
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter:
•remind him when and where you met
• tell him what kind of job you are interested in
• say why you think you would be suitable for the job
Recent research has confirmed that ‘human activity has become the greatest threat to plant and animal life. Why do you think this has happened? How can we reduce our impact on the natural world?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your local council is planning to hold an election to choose members from the society but there are no young people on the council and you think that the council needs young people's views. You are thinking of standing for election.
Write a letter to the head of the council. In your letter,
state why you want to be elected
mention why you think you would be a good candidate
describe your qualities, skills, experience, interests, if any
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
Being able to purchase goods from any places in the planet has made nations around the world become almost identical. Do you think this is a possitive or negative development?
The maps show a present layout an office building and plans for its future
The maps below show the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have heard about plans to build new apartments in a public park near your home. You want to give your opinion about this.
Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper. In your letter
• Explain how you learnt about these plans
• Say what you think of the park
• Give your opinion on the plans
In the future, it seems more difficult to live on Earth. Some people think more money should spend on researching another planet to live, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Open-plan offices offer a better working environment for staff than a normal office. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, amd planned future development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Diagram 1 shows a food web containing eight food chains that are marked numerically, i.e. each number indicates a food chain involving the primary producer up to the apex consumer. Refer to Diagram 2 for the categories of consumers in a food chain presented hierarchically. Describe the food web through these links, drawing examples from your natural environment, in at least 150 words. Use the following additional information if necessary: Primary producers (plants) occupy the bottom level in a food chain/food web; Apex consumers (hawk in Diagram 1) occupy the top level.
The picture below shows the museum’s plant in 1998 and after some changes were made in 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe actions can be taken to bring bout a change. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
The plans below show the layout of a university’s sports centre now, and how it will look after redevelopment. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others think that actions can be taken to bring the change. Discuss both views and give your opnion.
The maps below show the city of Stokeford in 1930 and development plans for 2030