Traditionally, elderly people have lived with and been cared for by younger family members. In modern society, more and more elderly people are living in special homes for the elderly. Why do you think families choose to have their elderly relatives live in special homes away from family?
In some areas of the US a curfew is imposed in which teenagers are not allowed outdoors after a particular period of time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this?
Cutting down forests is a real environmental threat; yet, this is still happening at a great rate around the world. Why do you think forests are being destroyed? Are there any benefits from the destruction of forests?
Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbies and insterets whether they are married or single. Some people say that this information may be relevant and useful. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are due to give a presentation at work at the end of this week, but you are unwell and would like to postpone the presentation.
Write a letter to your manager. In the letter,
Describe the presentation
Explain why you cannot deliver the presentation on the scheduled day
Request a different date for your presentation
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
write at least 150 words
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear...,
It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural environment, such as the South Pole. What are advantages and disadvantages of this development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
With the availability of information on the internet, public libraries are no longer necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall.
You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall.
Write a letter to the manager. In the letter:
* describe what the group does
* explain why the group is good for the community
* suggest alternative days and times for practice
You should write at least 150 words.
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important as other subjects to a child’s development, and they should be compulsory in high school. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attitudes and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
There are more cars on the roads these days and more accidents are happening. As a result, some politicians have suggested that people should take regular driving tests throughout their lives, rather than one single test. What do you think are the advantages of repeat driving tests? Do these outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write a letter to your friend who is planning to visit your hometown, giving them information on things to do and see while they are there
An english speaking friend has written to you to ask you how yours studies are going write a letter to the friend.
tell your friend how you are preparing for the exam/
tell him/her how you feel about it
tell him /her your expectations.
In some countries, secondary schools provide students with an opportunity to learn skills such as cooking, basic repairs, drawing and woodwork. What are the advantages and disadvantages of teaching such non-academic classes in school?
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists?
In the past, when student did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantage and disadvantage of this development?
You are not happy with the course you are doing at college and would like to change to a different course.
Write a letter to the Head of Department to change your course. In your letter, explain:
what course you are doing now
why you are not satisfied with that course
what course you would like to change to
Write at least 150 words.
**All over the world, societies are facing a growing problem with obesity. This problem affects both children and adults.** **What are the reasons for this rise in obesity?** **How could it be tracked?**
Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today`s world, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries plastic bags are the main source of rubbish causing pollutions in oceans and on land; therefore they should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
You live in a room in college which shared with another student.However,there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accomodation officer at thee college
In this letter,
Describe your situation
Explain your problems and why it’s difficult to work
Say what kind of accomodation you would prefer.
The charts illustrate the number of people affected by four types of noise pollution day and night in cities and rural areas in 2007. Summarize and make comparison where relevant.
Around the world, many adults are working from home, and more children are beginning to study from home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that teenagers should concentrate on all school subjects. But others believe that teenagers should focus on the subject that they are good at or that thay find the most interesting. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
In many countries, more money is spent on transport system in the cities. In contrast, very little is spent in rural areas.What are the effect of this and What can be done to solve this problem.
In many places, new homes are needed, but only spaces available for building them in the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?
The rise of convenience foods has helped people keep up with the speed of the modren life style. What are the advantages of this trend? Do the advantages overweigh the disadvantages?
You are going to take a short holiday in Singapore and you want to rent a holiday apartment while you are there. Write to the tourist information office. In your letter:
-Explain what you need.
-Say when you plan to be there.
-Ask for information about prices.
The number of people who are overweight or obese is far higher than in previous generation. What are the reasons for this, and How this problem be tackled.
In many countries, governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government university?
These days,many university courses are offered through the internet,some people think that the online teaching has more advantage than conventional classroom teaching or lectures while others claimed there are significant disadvantages Do the benefits of online teaching outweigh the disadvantages?
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 are a football player, but you have to leave the team for a while, write a letter to your
team-mate and say:
- why you have to leave,
- how much you love the football team,
- when you are coming back.
Nowadays many people aim to create a balance between their work and other aspects of their life, however, only a few achieve it. What are the problems in doing this and what solutions can you suggest?
Some people think that robots are important for human's Future development. Other think that robots have negative effects on society discuts both views and give your opinion.
Not enough students around the world choose to study science. What are the reasons for these? What impact does this issue have on the society?
More and more parents are allowing their children to play on computers and tablets as they think that children should learn technology skills. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Some people think that companies should recruit people who are hungry for money as they will make the most dedicated workers. Do you think money is the driving force behind hard work? What factors should be taken into consideration when recruiting staff for sales positions?
People today are not fit as they were in the past . What are the causes for this ? What can the government do to deal with this isss?
3.Some people believe that elderly employees are more useful to a company, while other believe that young employees are better. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
In some cities, there are few controls on the design and construction of homes and other buildings, and owners can decide on the style of their houses. Do the advantages of this outweigh the drawbacks?
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 advantah5 and disadvantages of this development
The given table illustrates the number of full-time students who are Indian nationals and studied at six universities in the UK in 2020/2021 and 2021/2022.
You are moving home. Write a letter to your neighbours to say goodbye to them and to thank them for their help during your stay. In your letter
explain how they helped you
say what you will miss the most about the area where you lived
invite them to visit you at your new home.
Many people believe that teenagers should concentrate on all school subject. But others believe that teenagers should focus on the subject that they are good at or they find the most interest. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Nowadays there are more and more advertisements. Some people think that they have a negative influence on people, and therefore should be restricted. Do you agree or disagree?
You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently, you moved into a new neighbourhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed that people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the changing rooms. Write to the gym manager. In your letter:
explain who you are
describe the problem exactly
make suggestions to improve the gym
Many people believe that zoos have no purpose in today’s world and should be closed. What problems do zoos bring? What are the alternatives to zoos if they are closed?
Improvements in health, education and trade are essential for the development of poorer nations. However, the governments of richer nations should take more responsibility for helping the poorer nations in such areas. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
In some counties younger people are increasingly losing interest in teaching. Why is this happening? What can be done to improve the situation? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.