The chart and table below give information about tourists at a particular holiday resort in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that the only purpose for anyone to learn a second language is to travel or work abroad. Others argue that this is not the only reason why someone needs to learn a second language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinions.
Some people think that competition at work, at school and daily life is a good thing. Others believe that we should try to cooperate more, rather than competing against each other. Discuss both these views an give your own opinion.
Fossil fuels (e.g., coals, oil and gas) are the main sources of energy for most countries. However, alternative sources of energy (e.g., Wind and solar power) have been encouraged for use by some countries. To what extent is this a positive or negative development?
Some people believe online reading material should only be used for a cild to learn to read, whereas others believe only printed material should be used. Discuss both views and give your opinion
These days, people are living into their 90s and beyond. As a result, the is increasing concern about care for elederly. Do you think it is the responsibility of the family to care for their elderly member or government should be held responsible?
A company in which every employee is made to feel important will run more smoothly and experience greater success than a company that values some employees above others. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking purposes. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Tarnagul is a small town near Melbourne. The maps show the town's development over a period of time.
The diagrams below show how chocolate is made and how the price of a chocolate bar is divided up among those involved in the process.
The diagrams below show the design for a wave-energy machine and its location. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
ome people with a good education and experience in their field decide to move abroad to work. Why do you think that is? What are the problems caused by this?
Some people think that the benefit of running a small business is to employ family members. What are the advantages and disadvantages of running a family business?
This is terrible willandWith the development of technology children are now living in a world that is completely different to what it was 50 years ago. What problems does this cause for society and the family? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Fossil fuels are the main source of energy around the world today. In some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy is replacing fossil fuels. Is this a positive or negative developmen?
Using a computer every day can have more negative than positive effects on children. Do you argee or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is a good idea for people to continue working in their old age if it is possible for them to do so. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
A healthy person is often describe as someone who has a good diet, gets lots of exercise and avoids stress. What do people do to stay healthy in your country.
Some schools are very strict about their school uniforms and the appearence of their pupil, while other scholls have a very relaxed dress code. What are advantages and disadvantages of children of having a school uniform?
Some people say that children should start learning a foreign language when they are 7 years old, but other believe that they should start when they are 18 years old. discuss both views and write your own opinion.
You were recently impressed by a staff member at a supermarket.
Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter:
•Describe the situation
•Explain how you were helped
•State what you are going to do as a result of this good experience
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or digsagree ?
Many jobs that are done by people are now done by machines and computers. Some people that this is a positive development while others feel this is a negative for society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are going to spend your vacation in a city in a foreign country. You have never been there before. Your cousin has a friend who lives there. Write a letter to the friend. In your letter
•* introduce yourself
•*say why you are making this trip
•*ask some questions about the city (e.g., places to see, things to do, things to bring)
The two maps below show a park in Canada before and after a renovation project.
Many people believe that cycling is a healthy and environmentally friendly mode of transport. However, it is still unpopular in many countries. What are the reasons? What could be done to encourage the use of bicycles among wider population?
The table below shows the figures for impriosonment in five countries between 1930 and 1980. write a report for university ,lecturer describing the information shown below. you should wirte at least 150 words
You are leaving your current job to start a new position at another company. Write a letter to one of your colleagues.
In your letter, you should say:
Describe your new job and the company.
Say when you will be leaving your current job.
Suggest a time for a farewell party.
The maps below show a plan of a city in 1950 and at the present. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think university students should only focus on one particular study area. Others. However, others believe they should be encouraged to study a wide variety of subjects. Discuss both views and mention your own opinion.
Some people prefer to work for a large company. Others prefer to work for a small company. Which would you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
Some people believe that unemployed people should be made to work for their welfare/benefit payment. Others, however, see this as cheap labour. Discuss the possible advantages and disadvantages of making unemployed people take any job. Do you believe that making unemployed people work is a good idea?
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there
are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter:
describe the situation
explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
You rent a four-bedroom house which you share with two other students. However, there are several problems with this house that need fixing. You also find it expensive and would like to find another student to share the spare bedroom. Write a letter to the estate agency. In the letter:
Explain your situation
Describe the problem with the house
Say what would you like to happen
Most people strive to maintain a successful career and happy family at the same time. What problems can this situation create? What are the possible solutions?
Space travel has been made sometime and people think that space tourism will be probably developed in the future. Do you think space travel would be a positive or negative development.
People living in the 21st century have a better quality of life than the previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In numerous nations, there is a growing trend for individuals to frequently discuss financial matters such as their earnings or expenditures in everyday conversations. What are the reasons behind this phenomenon ? is it advantageous or detrimental ?
You are organizing a family holiday.
Write a letter to a travel agency. In your letter:
- Explain your travel plans.
- Detail your requirements for accommodation and activities.
- Ask for recommendations and availability.
Nuclear energy is a better energy source for countries to meet the ever-increasing energy demand. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that reading stories from a book is better than watching TV or playing computer game for children. To what extent do you agree or disagree
It is often said that crime is a result of societal conditions and poverty, not individual character. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the differences in wheat exports over three different areas. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
In some countries there is a restriction of age for legal marriages. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages.
The government is spending a lot of money discovering life on other planets. Some people think that governments are wasting money and should spend more money addressing the problems of the public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In order to solve traffic problems, governments should tax private car owners heavily and use themoney to improve public transportation. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a solution?
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the sam products anywhere in the world.Do you think is a posivtive or negative development?
Some people believe that life in a large city is becoming more and more arduous, while the life in villages is much more beneficial. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Art classes, such as painting and drawing are as important to a child ‘s development as other objects, so it should be compulsory in high school. To what extent you agree or disagree?
Completing university education is thought by some people to be the best way to get a job. On the other hand, other people think that getting soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion