A friend of yours is thinking of going on camping holiday for the first time this summer. He has asked for your advice.
Write a letter your friend. In your letter
Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
Describe some possible disadvantages
Say whether you would line to go camping with your friend thi summer
In many countries, fast food is becoming cheaper ans more widely available. Do the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages?
Nowadays, a lot of offices employ open-space designs instead of separate rooms for work. Do the advantage of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The picture below show the recycling process of wasted glass bottles. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main feature and make comparison where relative around 150 words
The advantages of the spread of English as a global language will continue to outweigh its disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
QUESTION: 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? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
TASK 1
A friend has written you to ask for advice about a problem at work. You have had a similar problem in the past.
Write a letter to your friend.
• Tell your friend you understand the problem
• Explain what happened to you in the past
• Suggest possible solutions to the problem.
Write at least 150 words
You do not need to write any addresses,
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …..
our former boss has contacted you to offer you a position to help him start his new company.
Write a letter to your former boss. In your letter:
• Thank him for the job offering
• Decline his job offer and explain why.
• Show your appreciation and wish him well on his new project.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….,
You are a student at an English language school and are living in private accommodation with other students from the school. 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
Wealthy countries should acceptor refugees and provide them with basic assistance, such as food and housing. To what do you agree or disagree?
Solving environment problems should be the responsibility of an international organization rather than each national government. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that nowadays we have too much choices. To what extend do you agree and disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own kn0owledge of experience.
Today in many countries people are living in a ‘throwaway” society where things are used for a short time and then throw away. What do you think is the cause and what problems will it lead to
Some people the best way to build a happier society is to ensure there are only small differences between the rich and the poor. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your friend invited you to his/her party, but you are unable to attend.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•explain why you cannot come
•give your reason for not contacting your friend sooner
•suggest another time to meet
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ____________,
Some people say that people should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Other say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In a number of companies, some people think it is necessry to spend larg sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. other believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transportation. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people claim that public museums and art galleries will not be needed because people can see historical objects and work of arts by using a computer. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people prefer to work in the same type of job throughout their lifetime while others like to change the type of jon they do. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph shows the percentage of UK adolescents following a vegetarian diet. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Lack of fresh water is becoming a global issue of increasing importance. What is the cause of this problem? What measures could be taken to overcome these problems?
You are planning a holiday and want to find out about the kinds of holiday packages that can be arranged by a local company. Write a letter to the company to ask for information about their offers. In your letter: say where and when you would like to go include details about the kind of holiday you would like to take. Say what kind of information you would like to receive.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. The number of people with different
Nowadays, more people prefer to communicate via text message and email instead of face to face. Why do you think this is the best way? When is face to face communication necessary
Some people think that news and media are affecting our lives in a positive way while others disagree. Do you agree or disagree?
The chart shows the infromation relating to people within 15 minute drive service in a particular region in UK. It also compares the people living in urban areas and people living in rural areas. write a report for a university lecturer describing the information given below
YOU ARE GOING TO STUDY IN A COLLEGE IN THE UK NEXT YEAR. YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN A COLLEGE HALL OF RESIDENCE.
WRITE A LETTER TO THE COLLEGE GIVING YOUR ACCOMODATION REQUIREMENTS.
YOU SHOULD OUTLINE WHAT YOUR ROOM AND FOOD NEEDS ARE AND ALSO ASK
WHAT ALTERNATIVES ARE AVAILABLE IF THEY CANNOT PROVIDE WHAT YOU WANT.
The pie chart highlights the repartition of dance classes in percentage between numerous types of institutions, while the bar graph illustrates the style of dance courses two groups of youngsters follow. Overall, private studios represent the main amenity for dance classes and most of youth under the age of 11 practice ballet whilst the teenagers from 11 to 16 years old prefer modern dance. Looking in closer detail at the chart, we can notice that private studios head the locations of dance classes accounting for 48%. In addition, school halls come in the second position, representing 24%. Community halls and other schools follow with a rate of 18%. Finally, a small percentage of 10% is attributed to college-based studios. The bar graph brings more pieces of information concerning the style of dancing practiced regarding the age. In fact, the majority of ballet dancers belongs to the under 11 group, accounting for more than 600 students. Modern style of dancing is, in contrary, practiced by approximately 500 students from the age of 11 to 16 years old. Furthermore, the tap dance courses are almost equally followed by the two groups.
Some people think that starting to studying a foreign language in primary schools is better than starting in secondary schools. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Transporting large amount of food to richer countries from developing world is having an impact on air pollution and climate change. Some people say such imports should therefore be reduced. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
The line graph below shows changes in the amount and type of fast food consumed by Australian teenagers from 1975 to 2000. ▪️Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The world has many towns and cites constructed in previous centuries that were more suitable and livable for people in those times than they are now. What problems will this cause and what can be done to slove these problem?
The local council has decided to build a block of flats on the park opposite the place where you are living
Write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper:
- Where did you hear this news and your opinion?
- The reason why you protest it
- Make suggestions for what people can or should do to stop the development
The two maps below show the site of a college in 2006 and the present day. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
News stories on tv and newspapers are accompained by pictures. some people say that these pictires are more effcetive than words. what is your opinion.
your child is going on a school trip abroad for three days and the headmaster of the school has asked anyparents if they would like to come along to assist.you would like to go . write a letter to the headmaster.
say why you woud like to go?
Suggest what you could do to help during the trip?
ask some further questions about the trip?
Topic: Wild animals have no place in the 21st century, so protecting them is a waste of resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Most career choices demand vocational skills or specialist knowledge. However, despite this, most schools still teach academic subjects such as history or social studies. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries and contributes a great deal to economics around the world.However, the damage tourism can cause to local cultures and environment is often ignored. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You saw an advertisement in the paper for a property management position at an apartment complex. Write a letter to express your interest. Include
Why you are writing
Your suitability for the role
How you would approach the position
Write a letter to the manager of a hotel where you stayed and left two important things
- Give details of your stay
- Why those two things are important
- How he can return the things to you
The line chart below shows the changing rates of prime inthe inner city from 2003 to 2012.
the maps below the centre of a small towncalled Islip as it id now,and plans for its development. semmerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparision where relevant.
The pie charts show the revenue sources and expenditures of a children’s charity in the USA in one year. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
For centuries important parts of education have remained such as reading , writing and math. With the advent of computer , some people think that computer skill made as afourth skill to be added to the list. To what extent do you agree?
The chart shows the total distance travelled by passengers on five type of transport in the UK between 1990 and 2000
In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? Zhaina
The graph below showa the population for India and China since the year 2000 and predictes population growth until 2050.
Some people believe that the best way to solve environmental problems is to increase the price of fuel. Do you agree or disagree?
What book or film do you think portrays a country’s culture the best? Would you recommend it to a foreign friend who wishes to learn and understand that country? Describe the book or film and explain why you would recommend it. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.