Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows the air-conditioning unit sales in two different countries over 7 months between April 2010 and October 2010.
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 your letter
describe the situation
explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam
The table below gives information about the average annual spending of university students in 3 different countries.
People after retirement often require financial assistance. Should the government be responsible for this or should the individuals make provisions for themselves? Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The table shows the worldwide market share of the mobile phone market for manufacturers in the years 2005 and 2006. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, make comparisons where relevant.
It is argued that parents of children who break the rules should be punished in some ways as parents are responsible for the children’s actions. The table below shows the figures for imprisonment in five countries between 1930 and 1980.
Space exploration is too expensive andmoney should be spent on more important things. To what extent do you agree or disagree
It is responsibility of individuals to save and provide for their own retirement. Governments have no obligations to provide this benefit. To what extent do you agree or disagree to this statement?
The ease of international travel and the spred of various kinds of mass media all over the world have made it more possible than ever for people to know how other people live in other countries. Do the advantages of this development outweight the disadvantages?
Government needs to spend money to encourage the development of sport and art for school students, rather than to support professional sports and art events. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that mobile phones are harmful for children, while others disagree. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The diagrams below show the stages and equipment used in thecement-making process, and how cement is used to produce concretefor building purposes. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In the future, more people will chose to go on holidays in their own country and not travel abroad on holidays. Do you agree or disagree?
some people think that museums should be enjoulyable places to entertain people. while pthers believe that the purpose of museum is to educate people. Discuss both views and give your opinion
More and more people are working from home rather than at the workplace. Some people say this will bring benefits to the worker and their famalies, but others think it will bring stress to the home. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows percentages of males and females working for different duration(hours) per week in Australia in 2007.
Consumers are faced with an increasing number of advertising by competing companies. To what extent do you think people are affected? What measurements could be taken to tackle this problem ?
Many countries now face an economic downturn so it is better for each country to focus on its own problems rather than helping other countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
The graph compares the revenue from Fairtrade-lablled coffee and bananas in five European countries between 1999 and 2004.
It is becoming increasingly popular for school leavers to take a year off (a gap year) before going to university. Do the advantages of this outweigh any disadvantages?
Some people prefer to work in the same type of job throughout their lifetime while others like to change the type of job they do. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
(Livia) Your manager has asked you to arrange a party for a colleague who is leaving the company. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
– Suggest a suitable date and time for the party
– Recommend a venue
– Propose the food and entertainment options that should be available.
In the past, people usually stayed in one place throughout their life. These days, people often move around. They often live in several different places in their life time. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both?
Some people think that drug addicts should be treated like criminals and sent to jail, while others believe that they should be treated like patients and sent hospital. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
some people spend most of their lives living close to where they were born.what might be the reason for this? what are the advantages and disadvantages?
In some countries, there has been an increase in adverstisements that try to persuade children to buy snacks, toys and other items. Parents often argue that these announcements are unfair. Discuss both perspectives and give your opinion?
the table below gives information about the percentage of workforce employed in six industries between 1989 and 2009.
As compared to the past, children these days spend more of their leisure time indoors with computers and TV and less time outdoors. Describe some of the problems this lack of outdoor leisure time can cause and suggest at least one possible solution. Angsa
Some people think that secondary school students should study international news as one of their subjects, while others believe that this is a waste of valuable school time. Discuss btoh views and give your own opinion.
The pie charts show the average consumption of food in the world in 2008 compared to two countries: China and India. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In the future, all cars, buses, and rickshaws will be driverless. The only people traveling in these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
ou should spend about 40 minutes on this task. There is a lot of pressure on young people today to succeed academically. As a result, some people believe that non-academic subjects, such as physical education and cookery, should be removed from the school syllabus so that children can concentrate on academic work. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people think that government should ban dangerous sports while others think people should have freedom to do anysports or activity. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Mixed—cam 16 In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
Telling the truth at all times is not essential. On some occasions it is necessary to tell lies, and it is wrong to tell the truth. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some peopel say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports faciliteis. Others, howevesat that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
the numbers of male and female workers in 1975 and 1995 in several employment sectors of the Republic of Freedonia. Write a report for a university teacher describing the information shown.
Some people do same type of work for long time, while others change the type of work frequently. Discuss both views and give your opinion
the numbers of men and women attending various evening courses at an adult education centre in the year 2009. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below.
ou should spend no more than 40 minutes on this task. Some people argue that keeping pets is beneficial for longevity while others believe that household animals are not healthy for people to have as companions. Discuss both sides of the argument, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The charts below show the proportion of people’s total spending in a particular European country was spent on different commodities and services in 1958 and in 2008. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe the benefit of tourism outweigh the problems it creates in a particular place. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe online reading materials should only be used for a child to learn to read, whereas others believe only printed material should be used. discuss both views and give your openion.
You recently subscribed to an online meal delivery service that promised healthy, gourmet meals. However, the meals delivered were not as advertised. Write an email to the customer service department in about 150-200 words. Your email should include the following things: •Mention when and where you subscribed to the service •Describe your dissatisfaction with the meal quality and presentation •Request specific actions to address your disappointment
Some say that young and energetic employees are more valuable for the company, others argue that older employees have more experience and knowledge. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and examples, based on your own experience.
Some people believe mankind has become too dependent on technology, and this level of dependence is a cause for concern. Do you agree or disagree?
The bar graph below shows the stock price of four different technology companies from 2011 to 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
People are never satisfied and always want more. In what ways is this a good thing and in what ways is this a bad thing? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You recently visited a tourist attraction in another city. Write a letter to a friend describing your experience. In your letter:
Describe the tourist attraction you visited.
Explain why you chose to visit it.
Share your impressions and experiences.
Invite your friend to visit the attraction with you in the future.