The contentious argument that whether organizations can solicit personal information from job seekers in an employment application has sparked a heated debate among many. In this essay, I will illustrate the merits and demerits of such practice by employers and then provide my own opinion.
On the one hand, there are benefits to organizations in acquiring information about a prospective employee, including his hobbies, marital status, et cetera. The primary advantage is that the multinational corporations can gauge whether an applicant is a best-fit or not for a vacancy by asking for his or her personal data. For instance, a position that requires travelling frequently to various metropolitan cities in the world will not be a good-fit for married people because of their marital commitment. In addition, an organization can increase its employee retention rate by enquiring about a potential hire’s hobbies and interests. For example, a financial analyst who is fond of latest gadgets would be excited to work for a high tech corporation rather than another applicant who despises an advanced device.
On the other hand, there are some cons in employers seeking personal information from job applicants. First of all, an organization may inadvertently drive away the best qualified candidate who has privacy concerns by asking for one’s hobbies, interests, marital status, et cetera. Moreover, some employers may resort to discriminatory practices by selecting potential hires based on their personal preferences. For instance, an interviewer who despises a game of cricket may overlook an applicant whose passion is to play with a bat and ball.
Having considered a range of arguments, I firmly believe that the merits of an organization seeking personal information from job candidates outweigh the drawbacks; employers can match applicants to the vacancies and increase employee retention rates.
You recently receieved 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,
1. Say why he/she would not enjoy going to college
2. explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
3. suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her
Write atleast 150 words
Begin your letter as follows,
Dear .....................,
Your local newspaper published an advertisement asking people to offer time for local environmental initiatives in your area.
Write a letter to the project manager to offer your help. In your letter:
-Describe a local volunteer project that you are passionate about
-Explain what you would like to do to help
-Suggest how to gather more support for the cause
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
the table below shows the result of a survey that asked 60800 scottish (aged 16 years and over )whether they had taen part in different cultural activities in the past 12 months
Some people believe that it is good for children to do chores. Others, however, say that children should not be asked to do household tasks. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You live in a room in a college where you share with another student. You find it very difficult to work there because your roommate always has friends visiting. He/She has parties in the room and sometimes borrows your things without asking you.
Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college and ask for a new room next term. You would prefer a single room.
Explain your reasons.
One hundred adults, boys and girls in Manchester,England were asked to name the sports they participated in. The results were recorded in the following stacked bar chart.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sport team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to company in your letter
-describe the benefit of sponsoring the sport team
-summarise the benefits of paying the concepts
-say how you think the company should spend the money
One of your English-speaking friends has decided to spend a one week holiday in your town/city and has written to you asking for information and advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
-recommend somewhere to stay
-give advice about what to see and do in your area
-give information about what clothes to bring
2. You received a letter from a friend who asked for a recommendation letter from you for the job that he/she is applying for.
Write a letter to the manager:
– Explain how well you know this person
– Describe how this person work
– Why you think this person is suitable for the job.
you have been offeed a job that will require you to move to a city that you have never visitedbefore. You have an acquaintance who lives there. Write a letter to the acquaintance . In your letter exlplain your situation, say why you feel unsure about living in the city, ask some questions about life in the city.
You have received an important document that needs to be translated. Write a letter to your friend and ask him/her to translate this important document for you.
In your letter, explain -
•why it is important for you
• how fast you need it back
• why you need his/her expertise
employers some times ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbies and interests, and whether they are married or single. some people say that this information may be relevent and useful. others disagree. discuss about these views and give your own opinion.
You are planning a surprise party . Write a letter to a friend to invite them to the party. In your letter
: Explain the reason for the party.
: Give details about the time and venue.
: Ask them to keep it a secret.
Write a letter to your manager asking for permission to give a presentation. In your letter:
describe what type of presentation you have in mind
what topics it would cover and how long it would take
who should participate in the presentation and where should it be conducted
You are planning a two-week vacation, and you need someone to take care of your house while you are away.
Write a letter to your neighbor. In your letter
• tell your neighbor that you are going away
• ask your neighbor to take care of your house for you
• explain what tasks you would like your neighbor to do
You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your
aunt lives in one of the cities you will be visiting.
Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter:
• Tell her about your holiday plans
• Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip
• Explain how you will make it up to her
The table shows the number of visitors to Edinburgh Zoo during the year before and and after 2 pandas were introduced . The charts show the result of surveyss asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visits, during the two periods.
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/ She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
Describe some possible disadvantages
Say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
Write a letter to a colleague asking for assistance setting up equipment for an upcoming presentation of yours. Include
What the presentation is about
The equipment needed
Suggestions to set it up
You are going to teach English to your friend's child. Write a letter to your past English teacher to ask if you can borrow some books from him/her. In your letter:
tell your teacher about the child.
say when and where you will teach the child.
explain what books you would like to borrow.
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the results of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevan
you have decide to leave your current job and look for a new one.
Write a letter to a friend. In your letter
- explain why you want to leave your current job
- describe what kind of jobyou are looking for
- ask for some help or advice
The table below shows the results of a survey asking US consumers about shopping at K-Mart. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You would like to take part in a work-related seminar in another country.
Write a letter to the person in charge of the seminar and ask for detailed information regarding the dates, program, accommodation, and cost.
Your friend is asking for your advice. He is going to university and can't decide whether to study music or business management. Write a letter
- How you felt when you got the letter
- What the good points are for both sides and
- What your advice is
An English-speaking friend of yours has written to you to ask you how your studies are going.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter,
tell your friend how you are preparing for the exam
tell him/her how you feel about it
tell him your expectations
You stayed with a local family when you participated in an exchange program in Ireland. You returned to your home country in a hurry and found that you had forgotten to take your laptop. Write a letter to the family and thank them for their hospitality. Describe your computer and where it is, and ask the host to send it back to you.
You should write at least 150 words.
A friend you met last year has invited you to visit him/her in his/her country. You have never been there before and need some information before you leave. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: request advise about a gift for his/her family ask about activities and clothing in his/her country find out about the food.
Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your friend. Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn Explain how your fiend could learn this sport Suggest that you both learn this sport together.
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
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
An Australian friend is coming to visit you, and it will be his/her birthday during the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
• say how you feel about the visit?
• suggest what you could do on his/her birthday?
• ask what your friend thinks of your idea?
Write at least 150 words
You do not need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follows
Dear….
The chart shows the results of surveys in one African country asking teenagers the main reasons for using their phones between 2016 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You and a friend recently went on a holiday together. There is a problem with the photos you have taken during the holiday. Write a letter to your friend to ask for a particular shot.
In your letter
•tell him/her about the problem with your photos
• say which photo you would like him/her to send you
• explain why you need this photo
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You saw a brochure for a one-week walking tour in the mountains. You're very interested in taking part, but you're not very fit and are worried you wouldn't be able to keep up. Write to the tour operator. In your letter:
• Explain why you're interested in the tour.
• Ask for information about dates and prices.
• Express your concerns about your fitness level.
You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You should write at least 150 words.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter
- Describe what you enjoyed about the course
- Say how much cooking you have done since the course
- Suggest another cookerycourse you'd like the school to offer.
Write a letter to a colleague who is hospitalized at the moment .
In your letter you should
Ask about his/her health
Let him/her know what changes occurred since he /she has been hospitalized
Also try to make him/her happy in some ways
One of your friends has asked you to be a partner in his new business. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Give your opinion of your friend's business idea Tell him whether or not you have decided to accept the offer Explain your reasons for this decision You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mark,
a friend as written to you asking for advice about the problem at work . You have had a similar problem in the past write a reply to your friend in your letter
You untderstand the problem
Explain what happened to you inbthe past
Suggest possible solutions about the problem
Your manager has asked you to arrange a programme for three first day at work of a new employee. You can only be there for the morning
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
- Explain why you can only be there for the morning.
- say how you could help the new employee in the morning.
The chart below shows the results of a European survey into young people's expectations for change in five different areas of life in the next 20 years. They were asked if they thought things would improve or get worse.
General IELTS Task1: your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport.
Write an email to your friend. In your email
-Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn
-Explain how your friend could learn this sport
-Suggest that you both learn this sport together
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear…,
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have heard that a developer plans to build a shopping center near your home.
Write a letter to the council. In your letter
• say how you heard about the plan
• explain how you feel about it
• ask for more information about it
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You are moving to a new city and are looking for a place to live there.
Write a letter to a friend who lives in that city. In your letter,
• explain why you are moving
• describe the kind or place you would like to live in
• ask your friend for advice about finding a place to live
Read the question below and write a letter.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Write at least 150 words.
Although you are meant to present your thesis project in one month, your sister is getting married in Spain at the same time. You would like to change dates for your presentation.
Write a letter to your professor. In your letter:
* Explain the situation
* Remind the professor of your academic achievements to date
* Ask for a different date to present your thesis
Your university lecturer gave you an assignment. You won’t be able to submit your assignment on time. Write to your lecturer asking for an extension. In the letter describe the situation explain why your assignment will be late say when you will be able to hand in your assignment You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses
Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebra;ng New Year in different countries.
Write a le@er to your friend. In your letter
• say how important New Year is to people in your country
• describe how New Year is celebrated in your country
• explain what you like about New Year celebra;ons in your country
You have been invited to talk about your country at the international meet at an American college. Write a letter to the secretary of the International community.
You should write :
1. Accept the invitation and find a suitable date.
2. Discuss what you should talk about
3. Ask if you require any instrument.
You recently saw an advertisement about a business conference that can be helpful for your work. Write a letter to your manager asking permission to attend the conference.
In your letter, say:
what the conference is about
how you know about the conference
explain to him/her why it is important that you attend this conference
Your landlord is asking to increase the rent. Write a letter to him.
In your letter, you should tell:
•why you think the rent shouldn't be increased
•what you will do if it is increased