Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, manya are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and, if so, how?
currently there is a trend towards the use of alternative forms of medicine.however, at besy these methods are ineffective,and at worst they may be dangerous to what extent do you afree with this statement?
You have rented a house by a lake for the summer. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter
•describe the house
•describe how you are spending your time there
• invite your friend to come and visit
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear………..
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.
employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as thier hobbies or interests, and whether they are married or single. some people say that this information may be relevant and useful. others disagree. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as sahara desserts or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists to visit such places?
Your local library is hiring a new staff member, and you are interested in applying for the position.
Write a letter to the library manager to apply for the job.
In your letter:
• explain why you are interested in working at the library
• describe your relevant qualifications and experience
• ask about the next steps in the hiring process
In the past, most people spent their entire career working for one company, whereas people nowadays move from one job to another. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? Which do you think is better? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that our happiness depends on how much money we have. Others say that ‘money cannot buy happiness’. Do you think that having money is the key to happiness, or are there more important factors?
A company has asked your local council to open a factory in the area where you live. You and your neighbours feel that this is not a great idea. write a letter to the local council.
In your letter, you should:
• state what problems this might cause
• explain how it will affect you and others
• suggest what you want the council to do.
Despite better access to education, some adults are not able to read or write. What are the main disadvantages of this? What can be done to solve this problem?
With the rise of e books comes the decline in paper books. Some people see this as a good step forward, while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
the chart below shows the changes that took place in three different areas of crime in New Port city center from 2003-2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries, there are more young people enrolled in work based training instead of attending university. Do the advantage of the situation outweigh the disadvantages.
The maps below show the changes in area after the construction of a hydroelectric power dam. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
More and more information about the lives of celebrities is found in newspapers, magazines, and online. Why is this happening? What are the disadvantages for the reading public?
In today's world, many people spend increasingly less time in their homes. what are the reasons for this? What are the effects of this trend on individuals and society?
You are new to the city and you would like to take your family out for a meal.
Write a letter to your friend who is familiar with the city. In your letter:
• Tell him or her about the occasion
• Tell him or her about what kind of a restaurant you prefer
• Ask him suitable recommendations
Start with Dear..............,
Nowadays women are having children at a much later age than the previous generations. Do you think this is a positive or negative thing? Discuss both side.
The rise of convinience foods has helped people keep up the speed of the modern lifestyle. What are the advantages of this trend? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
: In many schools and universities, girls tend to choose arts subjects (eg. languages) and boys choose science subjects (eg. physics). What do you think are the reasons? Do you think that this tendency should be cha
Psychological illnesses may not be as obvious as physical disabilities or illnesses, nevertheless they are just as disabling in their own way. Society, however, is more accepting of those with physical than psychological illnesses or disabilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The map below is of the town of Canterbury. A new school (S) is planned for the area. The map shows two possible sites for the school. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
You have moved to another city but your bank has your old address and continues to send all communication there. Write a letter to your bank branch.
In the letter, mention:
•Where have you moved?
• What problem are you facing regarding the bank’s communication?
• What you want them to do regarding old communication already sent to the wrong address.
University students are incresingly studying abroad ad part of their studies. Do the advantages of studying abroad outweigh the disadvantages.
More and more people are opting for distance education these days. What are the benefits of this trend? According to you, is it a positive or negative development?
some people think the Olympic Games are an existing event that can bring nations together. Others think it’s a waste of money. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.
Do you think that people who work online at home are more productive than office workers or the other way around? Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that children's leisure activities must be educational, otherwise they are acomplete waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people regard with those games as a harmless fun, or even as a useful educational tool, others, however, believe that video games are having an adverse effects on the people who played them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?
In some countries, there are many social problems involving teenagers. This is because parents spend much of their time at work not at home. Do you agree or disagree?
in some counties an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. it is therefore necessary for goverments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
A few people debate that technological inventions like cellphone are making people socially less interactive. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Every year millions of people around the world suffer from poor health as a result of air pollution What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
Some people believe that having a pet such as a cat or a dog helps old people to have a more enjoyable life and to stay healthier. How do you think old people benefit from having a pet?Do you think there are any problems in old people having a pet?
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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, plastic containers have become more popular than ever. They are used in many businesses such as food and drink industry. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages.
Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal informatoin, such as their hobbies and interests, and wheteher they are married or single. some people say tha this information may be releveant and useful. other disagree. discuss both views amd give your own opinioon
one of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. do you thing the advantages of this development woutweight the disadvantage?
The diagram shows and illustrates cement construction and how plaster is used to produce concrete for the construction of new buildings. A manufacturing of cement using an apparatus by mixing materials, through the food processor and it is made as powder, which finally accumulates as cement further packed in bags, whereas concrete production is made by four materials through a concrete mixer. Clay and limestone are crushed as a powder by the crusher and used as a mixer, the fine particles are sent to the rotating heater and heat the substances. In addition, bags of cement were produced by the grinder. The four materials such as cement (15%), water (10%), sand (25%), and small stones (50%) play a major role in the production of concrete with the help of concrete mixer apparatus.
Some people feel that entertainer (e.g film stars, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid?
the map below shows an industerial area in the town of Norbiton,and planned future development of the site
In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people think that it is the government’s responsibility. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Today’s fresh food like vegetables or fruits travels thousands of miles from the rural areas or farms before it reaches customers in cities or urban areas. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative trend? Write at least250 words.
Modern technology is used in many work places today. How do you think technology changed the ways people work? Do you think there are any disadvantages of relying on technology at work?
The company you work has decided to close the cafeteria, as the staff is not using it much. You are not happy with the decision. Write a letter to the director
Give reason of low usage
How will it affect the staff
Suggest ways to improve it
The diagram illustrates the multitude of steps olive oil undergoes before being produced. Overall, there are 7 steps olive oil goes through before being packaged then released into the marketplace. The first station is far from the industrial environment and consist on picking the olives from their tree. Second step is to rinse our product with cold water before pushing it in a belt, directly relied to a smashing machine. Thanks to the previous appliance, the olive paste is isolated from the olive stones, which are undesirable for olive oil manufacture. Afterwards, the pressing moment. Indeed, the latter is put in a bag with holes so it can and crushed with a convenient pressing matching. The mixture is then crafted to separate the oil from the water. Finally comes the storage of our product before selling it. To conclude, we notice according to the figure that olive oil manufacture requires a plenty of work-seven steps- and a specific knowledge.
You have been living in a rental apartment for the past year. Recently, a new neighbour Mr.Jackson moved in who has loud parties several times a week. You have spoken to Mr.Jackson but are not very close friends
Write a letter to Mr.Jackson. In your letter:
· Explain the situation
· Describe why it bothers you
· Suggest a solution
In some countries, boys and girls are educated in different school rather than in the same school. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? countries
In many countries the amount of crime is increasing. What do you think are the main causes of crime? How Can we deal with those Cause?