Today, many people don’t know their neighbours in large cities. What problems does this cause? What can be done about this?
Some people believe that children at secondary school should be streamed, i.e. taught in classes according to ability, rather than being taught in mixed-ability classes. Do you think the advantages of streaming children at secondary school outweigh the disadvantages?
In some countries more and more people are becoming interested in finding out bout the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
There seems to be an increasing trend toward assessing students through exams rather than continual assessments such as projects. What are the advantages and disadvantages of exams as a form of assessment?
You are attending part-time classes at a school but will be absent for a few days. Write a letter to your teacher.
In your letter, you should:
•explain why you are taking part-time classes.
•describe the reason for your absence.
•explain how you plan to keep up with the missed lessons.
Tobacco is a kind of drug. People have been free to use it. Some people think that it should be illegal to use it compared with other drugs. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What is your opinion?
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmentalproblems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment.
In your letter,
describe the problem with the equipment
explain how this problem is affecting your work
say what you want the shop or company to do
The table below shows the number of research students in Australian universities in 2001 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
There are both problems and benefits for high school students study plays and works of theatres written centuries ago. Discuss and use your own experience.
Some people believe that the minimum wage paid to workers is not high enough and should be increased by law. Others believe that raising the minimum wage would only harm businesses. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It’s generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance, music and sport and others are not. However, it’s sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sportsperson or musician. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion.
The graphs below show the growth in wages within the G7 nations between 2000-2007 and 2008-2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Genetically modified food (GM food) is an importance issue in society today. Some people think that it will improve people’s live in many ways. Others feel that it may be a threat to life on earth. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. (approximately 250 words)
Not enough people realise the importance of natural world. What is the reason for people's lack of awareness? How can people be made more aware?
The table gives information on the expenditure rate of the government on education and training and participation rate of 18-24-year-olds in five nationas in 2002.
You are a student, and your local government has recently proposed a new policy to increase the homework for students. They believe that more homework will improve educational outcomes. However, there is a heated debate in your community regarding this proposal. Some people argue that homework will burden students and take away from their free time and extracurricular activities. Others believe that it will provide more time for focused learning and better prepare students for their future.
As a student, please write a letter to your local government to provide your opinion on whether you support or oppose the proposed policy.
It would be of great benefit if all citizens undertook voluntary work within their own communities. Discuss the effects of such voluntary activities.
Some people say rich countries should help poor countries with food and clothes. Do you agree or disagree ?
The graph below shows the number of sourists visiting a particular Caribbean island between 2010 and 2017. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the mani features, and make comparison where relevant.
Annual Rainfall in Kona, Hawaii The graph and table below show the average monthly rainfalls and average annual rainfalls for three towns in the district of Kona in Hawaii for a 30-year period (1971-2000).
Some think that governments should tax unhealthy foods to encourage people to eat healthier. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvanteges of giving children this message
The maps show Southside, a shopping mall, as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norriton, and planned future development of the site.
You have planned to study a distance course online from an international university. Write a letter to the university officer requesting information about the course. In your letter, write:
Why you are writing
Which course it is and when you plan to study
Why you want to study this course
To meet the growing need for food by an increasing population, a country should make use of genetically engineered foods. However, some people believe that such foods are not only unhealthy but affect the nature too. Discuss both the view points and give your own opinion.
The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities
Some people feel that schools are not doing enough to educate young adults about health. Do you agree or disagree?
Most people agree that pupils should only learn academic subject in school.However, others approach that pupils should also learn how to identify between correct and mistaken.This essay will consider both sides of the discussion.
You travelled by plane last week and your suitcase was lost. You have still heard nothing from the airline company.
Write to the airline and explain what happened. Describe your suitcase and tell them what was in it. Find out what they are goint to do about it.
The pie diagrams depict the percentage of three different nutrients, namely sodium, saturated fat, and added sugar in four distinct typical meals that may be dangerous if overconsumed.
Young people have been gradually far away from reading stories since they have access to a huge range of stories online in the form of video games or movies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Some people say that the only reason for learnig 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.
The global consumption of fast food is rising. What are the underlying causes of this trend, and what measures can be implemented to address it?
some people say that what children watch on TV influences their behaviour,while others say the amount of time children spend watching TV influences their behaviour. discuss both view and give your opinion.
Some people say that main environmental of our time is losing of particular species of animals and plants . Others say thet there are more important enviromental problems. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
the bar chart shows an academic staff by gender ,2008 with particularly different directions.
The diagram below shows the process of making a violin by hand. Summarise the information
Some people believe that the responsibility for the protection of the environment is by a transnational organization, rather than by each individual country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write a report with this question: The bar chart shows the types of media that people of different age groups used to get daily news in one country in 2011.
In some centuries, the government pays unemployed people on the weekly basis. How this would impact people as well as government? Do you agree or disagree with that
Many people are choosing to delay parenthood. Why is this happening? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Many of today’s urgent problems can only be solved through international corporation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Large-scale festivals attract tourists, bring economic benefits to an area, while taking away the local culture. Discuss the adv and the dav
The line graph shows visits to disneyland and sea world from 2001-2005. The bar chart shows the most popular rides and attraction in Disneyland. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant
Some people say that rich countries should assist poor countries by sharing their wealth. Others say that it is the responsibility of the governments of poor countries to take care of their own people. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write a letter to your former employer to ask him/her for a reference letter to give to your new employer. In your letter • Remind him/her about what you were doing in the company. • Tell him/her about the responsibilities in your new job. • Ask him/her for a reference letter.
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six- year-old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
– Explain why you would like the job
– give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
– say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people assert that history has little value in the contemporary world. But some believe that history is needed today to learn from the past. Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.