Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? After completing high school, students should take at least a year off to work or travel before they begin studying at a university. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Nowadays people make new friends through social networks and internet chat groups. Some people think this is good. Other think that face-to-face interaction is essential. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some places, teenagers are encouraged to get part-time jobs while they are still in school. Do the advantages of teens working outweigh the disadvantages? has more advantages than disadvantage advantages : enhance communication skills, get connected with the community help their parents financially, gain experience which help them to get a better employment in the future. fulfill their daily needs by themselves disadvantage: sometimes distract from their studies, greedy nature
**Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?**
Many people aim to achieve balance between work and life, but only a few people achieve it. What problems will be caused by poor work-life balance? How can its negative impacts be prevented?
In some countries there are more young people choosing to enrol in work-based training instead of attending university. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
The charts below show the main methods of transportation for people travelling to one university for work or study in 2004 and 2009.
Many employees may work at home with modern technology. Some people claim that it benefits only the workers, but not the employers. Do you agree or disagree?
1.In some countries there are more young people choosing to enroll in work-based training instead of attending university. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
The graph shows the number of fatal injuries (resulting in death) of workers in New Zealand between 1992 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Some peole believe that professionals such as doctors and engineers, should be requiredd to work in the country where they did theier training. Others believe they should be free to work in another coiuntry if they wish. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Do you think it is better for students to work before their university studies? Why? Use reasons and specific examples to support your choice.
The workplace nowadays is trying to employ the equal number of females and males. Do you think it is a positive or negative trend
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
● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
at lease 150 words
You work for an international company. You have seen an advertisemnt for a training course which will be useful for your job.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
. Describe the training course you want to do
. Explain what the company could do to help you
. Say how the course will be useful for your job
People live longer today than in the past so they should stay in the workforce longer. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries people have to go away from their family and friends to find work. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below show what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing thier undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Formal examinations are the only effective way to assess a student’s performance. Continual assessment such as coursework and projects is not a satisfactory way to do this. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it would be better for companies to take care of their employees’ health. Others believe that companies should spend money on other aspects of work, such as salary increases, bonuses and extra time off. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays there is an increase in social problems involving young people because more parents spent time at work than with their children. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
in some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finshing high school and starting university studies. discuss the advantages and disavantages for young people who decide to do this.
The below graph shows different types of transportation chosen to go to work and return from work in one European city. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Today, people's life expectancy is much higher than before.Some people believe that older people should continue to work. What extent do agree or disagree?
You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part-time. Write a letter to your boss. In your letter
explain why you want to reduce your working hours
say which hours you would like to work
discuss how your part-time studies would benefit your employer
Some people say that self employment is better than a job in a company or an institution. Discuss both modes of work and give your own opinion.
More and more city workers are deciding to live in the country and travel into work everyday. The result is increased traffic congestion and damadge to the environment. What measures do you think could be taken to encourage people not to travel such long distance to work?
Many people believe that social network websites such as Facebook and Instagram, have had a huge negative impact on both individual and Society. To what extent do you agree?
People have different ways of escaping stress and difficult modern life. Some read, some exercise and other work in their garden . What are the reasons for stress? What are the best way of reducing stress?
In some countries, schools remained open for more hours so that children can be looked after because their parents are working. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages of this?
Today people live longer after retiring from work. What problems does this cause for individuals and society? What can be done?
The chart below shows the average earnings of people in various areas of work in one country in 2000 and 2010. The table shows the average salary for all sectors in the same year.
Some people are making new friends by using socializing network website s and internet chat rooms. Some people say that this is avoid thing. Other say that people should make new friends by face to face chat . Discuss both view points and give ur opinion.
Some believe that success in life comes from hard work and determination. Others think that it depends on factors such as money or personal appearance. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people work from home using modern technology today. Some people think that only the workers benefit from this and not the employers. Do you agree or disagree?
You recently broke your leg and your colleagues from work sent you get well cards and presents. Write a letter to them and say
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
- Thanks them for supporting you
- Describe how you spend your time
- Explain about your recovery process
You are working in an English-speaking country. Recently, you have learned that
a person who lives near your home can offer English lessons. Write a letter to
this person. In this letter,
- Tell him / her how you got to know about the lesson
- Explain why you are interested in this lesson
Say when and where you want to have the lesson
In many countries today, if people want to find work, they have to move away from their friends and their families. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
“some parents think that childcare centres provide the best services for children of preschool age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids”. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have heard that one of your friends will be doing voluntary work at a festival.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
ask about what type of festival your friend is volunteering at and when and where it will take place
ask what your friend will have to do as part of the voluntary work
ask if the organisers are still looking for more volunteers and how you can apply for the work
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Pat,
TASK: Global warming is one of the biggest threats to our environment. What causes global warming? What solutions are there to solve this problem? Please study the example and write your own essay. You can use information from the example, but in case you do, make sure to rework it.
You bought a TV a week ago but when you got home you discovered it was not working properly. You called customer service to report the problem but you have not received any help. Write a letter to the company and in your letter 1. Introduce yourself 2. Explain the problem 3. State what action you would like from the company
Some prefer to stay in the same type of work all their life and others prefer to change their jobs from time to time. Discuss both sides and state your opinion.
More people say that devoting one’s time to family activities is more important than spending time working. Others believe that dedicating one’s time to work is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Nowadays more tasks at home and work are being performed by robits. Why do you think this is happening? Is it a positive or negative development?
The chart below gives information about the number of social networking sites people used in Canada in 2014 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevan
Some people think people working in creative arts should be supported by government. Others think they should find financial support from other resources. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Nowaday many people choose to be self-employed, rather than work for a company or organisation. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
Public museums and art galleries are not needed because people can see historical objects and artistic works by using computers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that young people should go to university to further their education while others think they should be encouraged to work as car mechanics or builders etc.to serve Society.Discuss both views and give ur opinion