More students choose to study online rather than attend traditional universities. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
It is a good idea for people to continue work in their old ages, if it is possible for them to do so. Do you agree or disagree.
It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote areas with natural environments, such as the South Pole. Is this a positive or negative development?
The graph presents the proportion of individuals going to the gym at least once a month in a specific country between 1990 and 2003.
Your next door neighbor likes to listen music late at night because of the loud music you often loose you sleep. Write a letter to the building manager.
Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child’s development, while others think that it is important for children to go to school. Discuss the advantages of both methods and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that the Internet has a negative impact on society and people while other believe there are advantages to the internet. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the internet for people in society
the chart below show the average cost of month contract for four different mobiles in a European country from January to September 2002, measured in euros per month.
Environmental hazards are often too great for particular countries or individuals to tackle. We have arrived at a point in time where the only way to lessen environmental problems is at an international level. Towhat extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, more and more adults are living with their parents after graduating from college , University or even after finding a job. Do the advantages of this outweigh disadvantages?
ou are soon going to spend three months doing work experience in an organisation.
Write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you are going to do work experience. In your letter:
Thank the manager for the opportunity to do work experience
Explain what you hope to learn from the work experience
Ask some questions about the work experience you are going to do
You have just heard some good news about your friend.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• say how you heard the news
• arrange a time to visit your friend at his/her house
• explain what you will bring with you
Some countries with long average working hours are more economically successful than their countries which do not have a long working time. To what extent do you agree?
the internet will bring about a new freedom of information and so narrow the technology gap between developed and developing countries. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
You successfully passed a job interview.
You are expected to start on next month, but you will not be available on that date.
Write a letter to your new boss,
explaining your situation
suggest a solution
tell them when you can start
The maps shows a museum and its surroundings in 1990 and changes in 2010
You have a full time job and are also doing a part time evening course. You know find that you cannot continue the course.
Write a letter in your tutor. Write a letter
-describe the situation
-explain why you cannot continue at this time
- say what action you would like to take
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world.
Do you think this is a positive or negative development?”
write a letter to the airline to get the claim for damage to your suitcase.
Some children spend hours every day on their smart phones. Why is this the case? Do you think thi is a positive or a negative development?
Some people think it is important to spend time in developing a successful career while others think it is more importany to spend time with family and friends. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries around the world, young people decide to leave their parents’ home once they finish school. They start living on their own or sharing a home with friends. Is this a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answers and include relevant examples. (KL)
Some people think that it’s important to spend money on family celebrations (e.g. weddings, birthdays). But others think expensive celebrations are a waste of money. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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.
Your friend asked you to find a part-time job for him/her to earn some money while studying. You found a job that might be suitable for him/her. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter
give him/her the job description;
explain why he/she should take the job;
say what he/she should do to get the job.
Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter: -describe the item you lost -explain how you lost it -tell the insurance company what you would like them to do.
You came to know about a piece of equipment that would help you at your workplace. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
Plagiarism in academics has become a pressing problem in many countries today. What are the causes of this problem? What are some possible solutions?
Many people believe that the priority of the government should be to ensure a growing economy. While others believe that the government should focus its efforts on uplifting the less fortunate? Discuss both views.
You live in an English-speaking country and you want to do some
voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country.
Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which
organizes such trips.
In your letter:
● Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long.
● Explain why you want to do the voluntary work.
● State what your skills and experience are.
There is an annual work party next month, which is held every year.
Write a letter to your colleagues to co- arrange the party. In your letter:
• Say what would you do differently than last year
• Say what you think were some of the things not so good last year
• Suggest where to meet to plan for the party.
Working long hours causes a great deal of stress and can be very bad for the health. The government must find a way to reduce this thype of stress. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar chart below gives information about the number of students studying Computer Science at a UK university between 2010 and 2012.
You recently flew with an airline and had a problem with the food on the plane. Write a letter to the company. In your letter
· give the details of the flight
· explain what the problem with the food was
· say what the airline should do about it.
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday part for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him/her to the party.
In your letter:
- explain the reason for the party
- give the date abd time of the party
- suggest what the classmate could bring to the party
You bought a phone recently, but you are dissatisfied about quality. Write a letter to manager.
Some people think that watching television is a waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Write an essay justifying your choice.
You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own.Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club.In your letter
• introduce yourself
• say why you are interested in this sports club
• ask some qustions about the club e.g facilities,members,costs.
ou are not satisfied with the changing rooms in a sports centre that you visit. Write a letter to the manager.
- What the problem is
- How you feel about the problem
- What steps you want the manager to take
The two maps show the development of a university campus from 2010 to the present day, highlighting changes in student accommodation, faculty buildings, and green areas. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Films are no longer exclusively produced by big companies. Digital technology has enabled everybody to create their own video(s) and film(s). Is it a positive or a negative development?
Some people think it is better for people to change their career at least once in their life and do a different kind of jobs. Do you agree or disagree?
In the past, when students did a university degree, they trended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.R
Some people argue that practical experience is the most important part of a successful career. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs (for example, working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You work for an international company. You have seen an advertisement 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 Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Nowadays it is easy to apply for and be given a credit card. However, some people experience problems when they are not be able to pay their debts back. In your opinion, do the advantages of credit creds outweigh the disadvantages.
Some countries have legal ages at which people can drink. Other countries believe not having strict laws is a better policy. Discuss both and give your opinion. Umar
Many office authorities impose restriction on smoking within the offices premises. Some governments have even banned smoking in all public places. This is a good idea but it takes away some of our freedom. What are your opinions on this?
Nowadays, young people admire sports stars though they often do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?