You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you’re studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:
* give details of your study plan
* explain why you want to get a part-time job
* suggest how your friend could help you find a job
Some people assert that it is good for college students to have part-jobs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people participate in extra‐curricular activities such as volunteering in charitable events or joining dance groups to gain more knowledge and experience. Others simply focus on their goals such as academic studies or work. Which do you think helps in improving a person’s knowledge and experience and why?
Some people think that governments should give -nancial support to creative artists such as paintersand musicians. Others believe that creative artistsshould be funded by alternative sources?
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
Say why he/she would not enjoy going to college
Explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
Suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothes, and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both views and give your own opnion
Workers often retire at the age of 60 or 65. However, some people say that they should be allowed to continue working as long as they want. What is your opinion on this?
The given table depicts the information about the proportion of number of children ever born ta a female aged 40-44 in Australia for each year after 1981. Overall, the percentage of women in Australia with no children have increased in a times span of two decades and several years, where as the percentage of women with four or more children has decreased with a great margin. Starting from, the proportion of females in Australia with no children have increased with 1.2% in first 5 years where as in next 25 years it jumped up to 15.9%. similarly the proportion of women with one child also increased in 2006 up to 13.2% where whereas it was only 7.6 in 1981. Linking to it, the females with two children have showed a steady growth up to 38.3 in 2006 as compared to 27.4% in year. Moving for the, the woman with three children have showed a study decline. Adding to it, the percentage of women with four or more children follows a similar trend where it dropped up to 11% in 2006 compared to 27.6%.
In the last 20 years, the assessment of students has undergone major transformation. Many educational institutions no longer use formal examination as a means of assessment as they believe formal examination results are an unfair indication of a student’s ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people say that all secondary and higher secondary school students should be taught how to manage money as it an important like skill. do you agree or disagree with this statement?
more and more bussinesses as well as individuals are choosing to communicate either professionally or socially using technology rather than being face to face. Discuss the advantage and disadvantges of using technology for communicating?
Many people believe that social network sites such as fb have had a huge negative impacts on both individuals n society. To what extent do you agree.
Coutries with a long average working day are likely to be more economically successful than other countries, but many suffer from some negative social consequences as a result. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is common aspiration among many young people to run their own business, rather than work for an employer. Do you think the advantages of working for yourself outweigh the drawbacks?
It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural environments, such as South Pole. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
the diagram below shows the multistage production of pears as can fruit
SGovernment investment in the art, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Government must invest this money in public services instead. Do you agree or disagree
More and more parents are allowing children to play on computers and tablets as they think that children should learn technology skills.
Write a letter to a friend who you have met on an overseas trip in an English speaking country. Ask for him to send you the trips photographs.
Shopping is becoming more and more popular as a leisure activity. However, some people feel that this has both positive and negative effects. Why is shopping so popular? What effects does increase in popularity have on individuals and on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Many people try to balance work and other parts of their life. However, this is very difficult to do. What are the problems associated with this? What is the best way to achieve a better balance? Beka
Some people feel that governments should take a large proportion of people's salaries to pay for necessary public services such as roads and schools. Others feel that high taxes are a bad thing. Discuss both these views and give your own opininos.
Some countires use fossil fuels such as oil and gas. Other countries use water power and solar power. Do you think it is positive or a negative trend?
Write a letter to your friend describing the university you have joined recently for you! post-graduation. Invite him or her to visit you sometime.
In your letter:
-describe your new course and university
- what do you like about it
- ask your friend to visit you sometime
Dear Sam.
A number of tertiary courses require students to undertake a period of unpaid work at companies or organisations as part of their programs. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this type of course requirement?
A large companyin your area has decided to spend amount of money,either to sponsor a local children's sports team for two years or to pay for two open-air concerts.It has asked for feed back general public.
write a letter to the company .in your letter
-describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team
-summerise the benefits of paying for the concert.
-say how you think to send the the money
You recently saw an advertisement in a newspaper seeking volunteers
to do unpaid work with local children. You are interested in this work.
Write a letter to the head of the organisation.
In your letter
• express your interest
• ask for details of the work that needs to be done
• let them know when you are available.
Some students find certain subjects, such as maths and philosophy, difficult. So, some people argue that these subjects should not be compulsory for all. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters ( such as food, clothe and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individual s who only think about their own wishes. other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. comics books radio television film threatre
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Asian countries in cites from 1970 to 2020, with prediction for 2030 and 2040.
Tourism today creates a variety of problems, such as pollution due to flights, traffic congestion and water pollution. Do you think that governments should impose extra taxes on flights or accommodation to restrict today's tourism industry?
In many countries children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people rergad this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important learning and taking responsiblities? Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
The graph below gives information about the percentages of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040.
Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In your letter,
suggest how you could help her in her home
say why you would like to do this work
explain when you will and will not be available
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mrs Barrett,
ou had some photos of your family taken by a
professional photographer.
Write a letter to the
photographer. In your letter:
• Say that you liked their photos of your family
• Ask them to be your photographer at a special family event
• Give them the details of the event.
the topic: Education is not a luxury, but a basic human right and as such should be free for everyone irrespective of personal wealth. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people feels that entertainer such as film stars, pop musicians or sports starts are paid too much money. 1. Do you agree or disagree. 2.Which other types of jobs should be highly paid.
You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of nearest private sports club. In your letter
• introduce yourself
• say why you are interested in this sport club
• ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities, members, costs
Subjects such as Art, Sport and Music are being dropped from the school curriculum for subjects such as Information Technology. Many children suffer as a result of these changes. To what extent would you support or reject the idea of moving these subjects from school curriculum?
Some people think that parents of children who commit crime should aslo recieve a punishment. Do you agree or disagree? pay more atten, illness ,
Many people think that the behavior of professional sportsmen off the field is not important as long as they are good players. To what extent do you agree or disagree with it?
Academic Writing Take a look at the graphs and complete the task below. The graphs above give information about computer ownership as a percentage of the population between 2002 and 2010, and by level of education for the years 2002 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The tables show results of 2 surveys done in 1980 and 2010 on various aspects of city living in a particular city. Units are measured in percentage. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The chart shows the percentage of women and men in one Asian country who passed when they took their driving test between 1980 and 2010.
The pie charts illustrate the percentage of world forest and timber in five different nations namely, South Africa, Africa, Asia, Europe and North America.
Many people have a close relationship with their pets. These people treat their birds, dogs or other pets as a member of family. In your opinion, are such relationship is good? why or why not use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Topic: Extreme sports such as skydiving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Writing task 1 (a letter)
Your local council is closing the children’s playground in your locality as not many children visit the park. Write a letter to the council requesting not to close it. Include the following in your letter:
– How important is the playground for children?
– Why don’t children go to the playground?
– What can be done to bring children back to the park?
You are interested in attending a training course abroad but require financial support to do so. Write a letter to the education department requesting financial assistance.