Today many buildings such as offices and schools have an open-plan design (no walls between areas for different activities) instead of separate rooms. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that activities of large multinational companies mostly benefit the economies of developing countries, other people take the opposite view and feel these large multinationals are harmful. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Human activities have a negative effect on plant and animal species. Some people say that it is too late to do anything. Some people think that we should take effective action to improve the situation. Discuss both sides and give your opinion?
You have invited to your friend’s wedding, which will take place in another country next month. Write a letter to the couple and say that you cannot attend.
Explain why you are unable to come. Invite them to visit you after the wedding. Describe some activities you can do together when they visit.
Human activities have negative effects on plant and animals species. Some people think it is too late to do a anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give our opinion.
Write a letter to the gym manager. In your letter
ask what types of membership are available, and what the prices are
ask what activities are available
ask what the joining procedure is
Many people now undertake extreme activities, from hang-gliding to mountain climbing. Why do people risk their lives in this way, and do you think this is a good trend? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You were late for a friend’s wedding recently and would like to explain why.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
apologize for being late
explain the reason why you were late
suggest some activities you could do together when you both have time
Information technology is changing many aspect of our lives and now dominates our home, leisure and work activities. To what extent do the benefits of information technology outweigh the disadvantages?
Some educationalists argue that non-exam, arts-based subjects, such as music, drama, art and craft, should be compulsory in the secondary-school curriculum. They believe that activities such as these can improve overall academic performance. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people now take extreme activities, from hang-gliding to mountain climbing.why do people risk their life's in this way,and do you think this is a good trend?
The two maps below show an island, before and after the construction of some tourist activities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter
•tell them when you will be arriving and leaving
•explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost
•ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel
You are planning a trip for you and a group of friends to a resort in a foreinn country.
Write a letter to the manager of the resort requesting more information. Your letter should include
When you hope to be staying at the resort
Ask for suggestions on activities to do
Ask for advice on places to eat for both vegetarian and family friendly places
The following two pie charts show the results of a survey into the popularity of various leisure activities among European adults in 1985 and 1995.
Topic: Some parents believe that their children should do extra-curricular activities after school. Others say in this way children are under pressure. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Scientists tell us some activities are good for health, and others are bad. Despite knowing that millions of people continue doing unhealthy activities. What are the causes, and what are the solutions?
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell how you feel.
Write a letter to the singer. In your letter:
•say how you feel about his/her performance
•give details of your music-related activities
•explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related activities
Some parents believe that their children should do educational activities during their free time. Others say that in this way children are under pressure. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You would like a temporary job working in a summer camp which runs sport and outdoor activities for children and young people next summer.
Write a letter to the organisers of the summer camp. In your letter:
• Explain what sort of job you would like to do.
• Describe your personality.
• Say what experience and skills you have.
The animal species are becoming extinct due to human activities on land and in sea. What are the reasons and solutions? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experiences.
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?
Some people think that the government should ban dangerous sports.Others say that the society should be allowed to freely participate in any activities of their discuss both sides and give opinion
Most people believe that we only need academics to excel in our lives while others are of the opinion that it should be extracurricular activities that play a major role in overall excellence. Discuss both views.
Your friend from England is making a business trip to your town. She has never visited your country before and wants to know what you can do together in free time.
Type a letter to your friend. In your letter
Describe some activities for her free time
Suggest some restaurants/food in your town
offer to meet her
Scientists advise people to lead a healthy lifestyle, but most people continue with unhealthy activities. Why do you think it is and what can do with it?e
Developed science has its positive and negative sides. Some people think it is good for human well-being, however, some people use science to do negative activities. This essay will discuss this statement and give some useful solutions.
The following two pie charts show the results of a survey into the popularity if various leisure activities among European adults in 1985 an 1995. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Human activities have negative effects on the nature and every year many plants and animal species become extinct. Some people think that it is too late to do anything to solve this problem. Other people believe that effective measures can be taken to change this situation. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
The pie charts below show the percentage of time working adults spent on different activities in a particular country in 1958 and 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevan
Students are overloaded with homework now a days from school, rather than home work some bilieves that school should focus and give more time to other activities which will help their growth as the burden they loose their skill and abilities.Do you agree or disagree.
Some educationalists argue that non-exam , arts-based subjects , such as music , drama, art and craft , should be compulsory in the secondary –school curriculum. They believe that activities such as these can improve overall academic performance . to what extent do you agree or disagree?
You would like a temporary job working in a summer camp which runs sport and outdoor activities for children and young people next summer.
Write a letter to the organisers of the summer camp. In your letter:
•Explain what sort of job you would like to do.
•Describe your personality.
•Say what experience and skills you have.
Today, more and more full-time university students focus on other activities rather than spend a lot of time studying. Some people think it is essential for university students to be involved in other activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.
Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter
tell them when you will be arriving and leaving
explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost
ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The chart below shows the percentage of the day working adults spent doing different activities in a particular country in 1958 and in 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You and a friend have both been accepted to a study abroad program in Paris, France.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
•Congratulate him/her for also being accepted
•Ask him/her if he/she would like to be your roommate
•Discuss possible activities that the two of you could do together
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,
Some people say that teenagers should work part-time and earn money. This way they will learn basic lessons about work and become disciplined. Others argue that teenagers should not sacrifice their rest and after-school activities to work. Discusee both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Too much emphasis is given for education of the young. More government money should be spent to free time activities of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the best way to stay fit is by joining a gym, while others think doing everyday activities such as walking and climbing stairs is sufficient. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You were late for a friend’s wedding recently and would like to explain why.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
• apologize for being late
• explain the reason why you were late
• suggest some activities you could do together when you both have time
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for family and leisure activities. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages? Give the reason for your answer and include any relevant examples of your knowledge and experience.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You want to join a new gym in your neighbourhood.
Write a letter to the gym manager. In your letter
•ask what types of membership are available, and what the prices are
•ask what activities are available
•ask what the joining procedure is
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Shopping is the favorite free time activity for many young people today. Why do you think this has happened? Should young people be encouraged to do different activities in their free time rather than shopping? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The given graph illustrates the number of participants in five different activities at a social center in Melbourne from 2000 to 2020. The activities include film club, martial arts, amateur dramatics, table tennis, and musical performances.
You are applying to get admitted to an educational programme at a university abroad. Specify what you want to study and write a motivation letter, including the following points-
• What attracted you to this particular programme, reason for wanting to study- your motivations and ambitions
• How your current study is relevant and what your academic achievements are
• Why you are suitable- extracurricular activities, hobbies and other experience related to your choice of programme.
Some pepole say that teenagers should work part-time and earn money. This way they will learn basic lessons about work and becom disciplined. Others argue that teenagers should not sacrifice their rest and after-school activities to work . Discusee both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that criminal activities can be reduced by giving prisoners a better education inside the prison and they can get a job when they leave prison.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
For many young people today, shopping is their favourite free time activity. Why do you think this has happened? Should young people be encouraged to do different activities in their free time?