Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work 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.
Some people say it is important to keep your home and your workplace tidy, with everything organised and in the correct place. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that natural ability is necessary to be successful at sports. Others believe that hardwork and practice is more important. Discuss both the sides and add your own opinion.
Some working parents think that children centers can give the best care for the children, while others think that family members like grandparents can do this job. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people prefer to stay in the same type of work all their life, whereas others prefer to change the type of work. Discuss both sides and state your own opinion.
Each year, your company gives an Employee of the Year award to a worker who has performed exceptionally well. You believe that someone with whom you work should receive the award this year.
Write a letter to your supervisor. In the letter
- Describe your colleague’s job at the company
- Describe a time you worked with this
person
- Explain why you believe this person
deserves the award
Some people believe that it is better to live and work in a vertical city with multiple tall buildings, as compared to a horizontal city with fewer tall buildings. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Increasingly, many young people are deciding to work or study in other countries. What are the causes of this phenomenon? Do you think it is a positive or negative situation?
Homework is a part of school life. Some people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Topic from The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households
Some people work for the same organisation all their working life. Others think that it is better to work foe different organisations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion?
Some say that because many people are living much longer, the age at which people retire from work should be raised considerably. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people claim that public museums and art galleries object and works of art by using a computer . Do you agree or disagree with this opinion
Robots and AI are being developed to replce humans in workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society?
hese days, many people have their own computer and telephone, so it is quite easy for them to do their job at home. Does working at home have more advantages or more disadvantages?
Task: 1
You have been facing a lot of issues at work lately. write a letter to your reporting
Manager informing him about this. In your letter explain what /who is affecting your work and people's attitude towards you. what your expectation are from this work. How/
what your manage can do to help you with these problems
“Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook) have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society.
To what extent do you agree?”
Most people could not go to work in quarantine period and stayed at home due to the Covid-19 pandemic. What problems lockdown may arise, and how can these problems be tackled.
the charts below show the changes in ownership of electical appliances and amount of time spend doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. summarise the informar=tion by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where revelant.
It is common practice for some students to take a gap year between high school and university in order to do charitable work abroad in underdeveloped countries. What are the advantages and disadvantages for young people of doing volunteer work?
The increase in people’s life expectancy means that they have to work until an older age to pay for their retirement. One alternative is that people start to work at a younger age. Is this alternative a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that the primary purpose of education is to prepare individuals for the workforce, while others argue that it should focus on cultivating personal growth and critical thinking. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The charts below shows the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one ocuntry between 1920 and 2019. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
sMany people believe that individuals over 65 should not be allowed to continue working. Others think that people should be allowed to work for as long as they choose. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently saw an advertisement in a newspaper seeking volunteers to do unpaid work with local children. You are interested in this work. Write a letter to the head of the organisation. In your letter
– express your interest
– ask for details of the work that needs to be done
– let them know when you are available.
the diagram below describes the structure of a home smokery and how it works. (HOANG NHI)
Some people believe that competition in the workplace, at school, and in everyday life is beneficial. Others argue that cooperation is more important than competition. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country betewwn 1920 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparision where relevant.
Social media influencers have had a positive impact on advertising and marketing because previously, to be in advertising, you had to work for an advertising company. Now ordinary people can get involved and create work for themselves online, meaning advertising can now appeal to a greater number of people from many different backgrounds. To what extent do you agree with the above view?
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message? Give reasons for your answer and include any relavent examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 workds.
In some countries, it is common for women to participate in the workforce when their children are young. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
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
People doing dangerous sporting activities like scuba-diving and bungee-jumping should be responsible for their own safety. Rescue workers should not risk their lives to save people doing those sports. Do you agree or disagree?
Some People believe that job provide both income and for a social life, while others think that friend should be made outside of work. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Some people think that children should spend their free time doing homework, while others believe it would be better for children to participate in sports activities instead. What is your opinion?
The line graph below shows the employment rates of men and women of different age groups in one country.t he bar chart shows the percentage of people working in different sectors in the same country.
Nowadays many people choose to be self employed than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the cause? What could be the disadvantages of being self employed?
you recently attended a training course for your work. Your employer has asked you for your feedback on the training course.
Write a letter to your employer. In your letter
remind your employer what the course was about
explain why the course was useful to you in your work
suggest why the course may not be suitable for some of your other colleages
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 ur opinion
In some countries young people have a little leisure time and are under pressures to work hard in their studies. What do think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
You read in a newspaper that a company is going to
renovate some school buildings in your local area that are in a
poor condition. You would like to offer your help.
Write a letter to the charity paying for the renovation.In your
letter
● explain why you want to help with the renovations
● suggest what you can do to help
● say when you are available to start work
Some people prefered to be self employed whereas others like working for companies or institutions. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches. which do you think is a better approach.
Some consider work to be the paramount aspect of life, suggesting that without career success, life loses its meaning. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some countries have introduced laws to likit the working hoyrs that an employer can ask for an employee. Why are these law introduced? Is this a positive or negative trend?
The charts below show what UK postgraduates and graduate students who did not get a full-time work did after leaving collegue in 2008
Nowadays people usually retire at the age of 60 or 65, but some want to keep working as long as they can. Is this a positive or a negative development? Give you own opinion and relevant examples.
Some countries have introduced laws to limit working hours for employees. Why are these laws introduced? Do you think they are a positive or negative development?
In some spend young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.
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
Around the world, more adults can work from home more children can study from home as computer technologies become cheaper and more accessible. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?