Most high level positions in companies are filled by men eventhough the workforce in many developed countries is more than 50%female. Companies should be required to allocate a certain % of these positions to women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Imagine that you are in a classroom or a meeting. The teacher or the meeting leader says something incorrect. In your opinion, which of the following is the best thing to do?
— Interrupt and correct the mistake right away.
— Wait until the class or meeting is over and the people are gone, and then talk to the teacher or meeting leader.
— Say nothing.
Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
More students are deciding to study science-related subjects at university rather than more traditional subjects. What are the causes of this? What affects will it have on society?
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this the case? Do you think that this is a positive or negative development?
You have seen an advertisment in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look aftertheir six year old child
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
Explain why you would like the job
give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
Say how you would spend your free time while you are in australia
In some areas around the world, people are reviving the use of bicycle, while in some other parts the use of bicycles is fading away in favour of cars and motorbikes -what are the factors involved? what are the effects?
Example 6: Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the punishment. Why are this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
Nowadays more and more older people who need employment have to compete with younger people for the same jobs. Umar What problems does this cause? What are the solutions?
many people believe that the best way to reduce the amount of time spent on commuting is to invest in public transport, Others, however, think that there are other more effective ways to reduce commuting time. Discuss and give your opinion
Global warming is one of the biggest threats to our enviroment. What causes global warming? What solutions are there to this problem?
You are planning to go to a music concert in your town and would like a friend to accompany you. write a letter to invite your friend to concert you are planning to go.
In your letter say
what the contant of music concert is
where and when the music concert is
why do you think your friend should go to concert
It is argued that the parents of children who break the rules should be punished in some ways as parents are responsible for the children's actions. To what extent do you agree or desagree?
You are working in a giant companywhich does financial or other items help to the different groupof local community. Write a letter to your managerabout some group you want to provide help next year.
1. Describe a group.
2. What help does the group need.
3. What kind of help you expect to provide.
in many contries around the world , rural peple are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. do you thick this is a positive or negative developmet?
In the past, buildings often reflected the culture of a society but today all modern buildings look alike and cities throughout the world are becoming more and more similar. What do you think are the reasons for this, and is this a positive or negative development?
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian Magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-years old Child.
Write a letter to the parents, in your letters
• Explain why you would like the job
• Give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
• Say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
In some countries, despite the decline in serious crime, people feel less secure than ever before. What do you think are the main causes of this problem and what actions can be taken to solve it?
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel. Write a letter to the hotel for making the arrangement. In your letter say,
- when you will be arriving and leaving
- what type of rooms you would like and ask how much the weekend will cost
- inquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel
Write at least 150 words.
There is a general increase in anti-social behavior and lack of respect for others. What are the causes and solutions?
Some people think young people should be required to have full time education until they are at least 18 years old. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Zhazira.
The chart below shows the average earnings of people in various areas of work in one country in 2000 and 2010. The table shows the average salary for all sectors in the same years. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
What are the benefits of living in big cities,as opposed to rural areas? What are the problems of rural areas, and how can they be solved?
You are interested in applying for a scholarship program to study at a foreign university.
Write a letter to inquire about the course. In your letter:
•explain which course you are interested in
•say what you know about the university
• explain why you should receive the scholarship
It is observed that not enough students are choosing to study science. What are the causes of this? What re the effects on society?
Many people think that women should have given the same roles to male in military and police forces. Many people think that women are not suitable for this job. Discuss both views and give opinions.
Some think that residents should responsible for keeping thier areas clean and tidy, while others say it is the government’s responsibility. Discuss and state your own opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You would like to buy some electrical goods at a shop in a nearby town.
Write a letter to the shop and ask if they have the things you want or whether they will be able to order them. Ask what the prices are and how long they will be able to hold the goods for you.
You should write at least 150 words.
With more and more people communicating via computers and mobile telephones, there is a real danger that we are losing the ability to communicate with others face to face. Do you agree or disagree?
Animals are in a danger of extinction . Some peolle think that we should protect only those animals which are useful for humans. To what extent do you agree or disagree with statement?
You have seen an adverstisement for weekend work in a hotel in the town where you are staying. You have worked in a hotel before and think that the job would be suitable for you.
You must apply in writing.
Write a letter to the hotel manager expressing your interest.
In your letter
. Introduce yourself
. Explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
. ask what work you would be expected to do
Working from home is a popular way for professionals to work these days because it is convenient. What are the benefits and drawbacks of this trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge
in some countries, governments are encouraging industries and business to move to regional areas out side the big cities. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
There is a rising trend of people working from home. What are the causes of this trend, and what effects does it have on society?
Although parents are responsible for raising a child, outside influences play a key role in their development. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion.
Some people believe that humans are damaging seriously the evironment. What are the causes? What should people do to solve this problem?
Many small businesses are being forced to close because they are unable compete with multinational corporation? what problem does this cause and how can problem be solved?
More and more are moving away from an agricultural background to relocate to cities in order to look for work? What will be consequences of this? What solutions can you offer?
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today's youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an increasing early stage. Discuss the causes and some effects of the widespread drug use by young people. Give some recommendations that can be implemented.
Nowadays, most people contend that taking a gap year to work or travel before pursuing education is more preferable. What are the disadvantages of this trend? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Band 9: 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.
Population explosion' is a concern for a few nations. Some countries formulated a one-child policy, and others are contemplating the same. Is it a right thing for a country to interfere in restricting population? Discuss.
Universities and colleges are now offering qualifications through distance listening from the internet rather than face-to-face interaction in the classroom. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Nowadays, more and more people decide to have children later in their life. What are the reasons? What are the impacts on their families and society .
The charts below give information on the location and types of dance classes young people in a town in Australia are currently attending. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Report: Fewer and fewer young people are interested in working as a teacher. What do you think are the reasons? What can be done to solve this problem?
rich countries should allow jobs for skilled and knowlegdeable employers who are from poor countries. Do you agree or disagree.
Many children who are home-schooled are not prepared for university at the same rate of children in government-funded schools. What do you think are the causes of this? What effects will this have on society?
The diagram illustrates how aluminium cans are recycled.
some people think that interview is not relaible method of choosing whom to employe and there are other better methods. to what extant do you agree or disagree.
The environment problems facing today's world are so great that there is little ordinary people can do to improve the situation. Governments and large companies should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?