The maps below describe a university campus at present and after expansion planned for the future. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
There have been some problems with public transport in your area
recently. Write a letter to the manager of the transport company. In
your letter
x describe the problems
x explain how these problems are affecting the public
x suggest some changes that could be made
You are working in a company. You would like to join a training course related to your work. Write a letter to your employer, in your letter
- describe what course you would like to do
- how this course might help in your work
- suggest a suitable time for you to do this course.
You are working at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment in your letter describe the problem with the equipment explain how this problem affects you say what you want the shop to do
You have read an article in a newspaper that contains incorrect information about your town/city. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper to inform them about the mistake. In your letter
- Describe your knowledge of the city.
- Explain what information was incorrect in your opinion.
- Suggest how the editor could fix this error.
Some people advocate death penalty for those who committed violent crimes.Others say that capital punishment is unacceptable in contemporary society. Describe adavantages and disadvantages of death penalty and give your own opinion.
You have arranged to rent a new apartment, but will not be able to move in immediately due to some personal difficulties.
Write a letter to the apartment owner. In your letter
• describe the situation
• explain why you won't be able to move in right now
• say that you would like to move in at a later date
The chart below shows the salaries of secondary/high school teachers in 2009. Describe the main features of the figures.
Your neighbours have a dog that is noisy at night. You can’t sleep. Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter:
– describe the problem with the dog
– explain why it is important for you to sleep
– outline what your neighbours could do about the situation
The two diagrams describe the main parts of a hot air balloon and indicate how it works. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons with relevant.
Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebrating New Year in diffrent countries.
Write a letter 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 celebrations in your country
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter:
1). Explain why you have moved.
2). Describe the new house.
3). Invite your friend to come visit.
Your cat home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you you for your job write a letter to a shop or company with supplied the equipment describe the problem you had to recruitment explain how this problem is affecting you say when you want the shop to our company to do
The younger sister of one of your friends is thinking about spending a year studying abroad as part of her university course. You did this recently, and she has asked you about your experience.
Write a letter to your friend's sister. In your letter
• tell her where you studied during your year abroad
• describe what you learnt about the country you studied in
• explain why your year abroad was helpful for your studies
You have invited to your friend’s wedding, which will take place in another country next month. Write a letter to the couple and say that you cannot attend.
Explain why you are unable to come. Invite them to visit you after the wedding. Describe some activities you can do together when they visit.
The product you ordered through online shopping has been delivered but has some problems. You are writing a letter
to the seller to complain. In your letter
• Describe the details of the problem
• What do you want the seller to do
• What will you do if they do nothing
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Your English speaking friend has asked you your help with college project he or she is doing about celebrating new year in different countries write a letter to your friend in your letter say how important new year is to people in your country describe how new year celebrated in your country explain what you like about new year celebration in your country
The graphs show figures relating to hours worked and stress levels amongst professionals in eight groups. Describe the information shown to a university or a college lecture.
you ordered a book online for exam preparation. It has been some time since you purchased it and you still have not received your book. Write a letter to the e-commerce company about that.
1. Describe your order
2. Explain the importance
3. Say what you want the company to do for you
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You had a job during the summer vacation, but the payment you received was not right. Write to the manager to state the following: 1) describe what has happened, 2) the work you did and how much you should have earned, and 3) what you want to happen next. You should write at least 150 words.
You recently visited a theatre and had an accident there. The staff were very helpful. Write a letter to the manager giving good feedback.
In your letter, you should tell:
– and describe the accident
– how the staff helped you
– how similar situations could be prevented in the future.
A large copmany In your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sports team foe two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. it has asked for feedback from the general pubilc.
Write a letter to the company.in your letter :
- describe the benefites of sponsoring the sports team
- summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts
- say how you think the company should spend money
Your friend has been offered a place on course at the university where you studied.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Describe where you lived when you were a student at the university
Recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation
warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
You feel the evening programs on a local television station are uninteresting.
Write a letter to the manager of the television station. In your letter
* explain why you do not like the current programs
* describe what kind of programs you would like to see instead
* explain why these programs would be better
The bar chart below describes the gross domestic spending on research and development in five countries between 2001 and 2011.
You have recently ordered an item through the Internet, but are not happy with the purchase. Write to the company. In your letter:
– describe what you purchased,
– explain why you are not happy with the purchase,
– tell them what you would like them to do about the situation.
Dear Sir or Madam,
The charts below compare five different countries, showing the electricity used (measured in megawatts or mw) in a typical hospital during one week, and also the number of emergency medical calls made by local residents during the same week. The last chart shows the average time (in minutes) spent on assessing emergency cases by hospital medical staff before the patients are treated. Write a report summarizing the information. Select and describe the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The given maps describe developments which took place at the coastal resort of Templeton a 15-year period from 1990 to 2005.
The following process diagram describes how greenhouse gases trap energy from the Sun. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown in the diagram.
Your neighbours have recently written you a complaint about the noise from your flat. Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter, explain the reasons for the noise and apologise. Describe what actions you will take in future to reduce the noise.
You have purchased a product on a website and received a different product. Write a letter to the company. In your letter
– Describe the product you ordered
– Explain why you aren’t satisfied with the product you received
– Let them know what actions you expect them to take
Your neighbours have been smoking in their apartment.
Write a letter to the management company. In your letter
• give details about the problem
• explain how you would like the problem to be solved
• describe other issues you've been having with the neighbours
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ...
You have lost an item of value on a train.
Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter
• describe the item
• explain where and when you left it
• say what action you would like the company to tak
you stayed at your friend's house when ypu participated in a business seminar in Australia. you left a life with important documents in your room. write a letter to a friend , describe the file and ask him to return it by post.
The southern greater glider population's habitat could be destroyed by logging. Write an essay to describe how to protect Australia's iconic glider.
The pie chart explains what anthropology graduates chose for their path after graduation. In addition, the table describes the salaries of anthropologists after 5 years of their careers.
The table below describes water usage for 3 different purposes in 6 countries in 2003.
You need to take some time off of work to go on holiday. Write a letter to your direct manager. In your letter:
Ask for time off and explain why
Provide the dates and times for which you will be unavailable to
work
Describe what you will do to prepare or make up for your
absence
Write an email to the owner of the nighclub, your email should do the following things. Give information about where you live Describe the problem and say how it effects on you Say how you think the owner could resolve the issue
You recently attended a series of English lessons in a language school. However, you were unhappy with the teaching quality.
Write a letter to the director of the school. In your letter:
• explain why you chose to study English at the school
• describe the problems you had with the lessons
• suggest how the classes could be improved
Write a letter to your local council about the state of the sport club facilities and request more facilities suitable for people of your age.
- Describe your sport club facilities.
- What facilities are required?
- Explain why people of your age need these facilities.
You hired a car from a company, while. While you were driving you had a small accident.
Write a letter to the company to explain it.
In your letter:
-- when and where you hired it
-- describe how the accident happened
-- what kind of action did you take after the accident
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A freiend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He has asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. th 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 an email to your friend. In your email, describe where you lived when you were a student at the university recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
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Your friend has been offered a place on course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- describe where you lived when you were a student at the university
- recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation
- warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing
Below is the population of citizens in the state of Oregon by county in 1940, 1970, and 2000. describe it.
The diagrams below show UK students' responses to the question of to what extent would they describe themselves as financially organized. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Very organised % All students 21 Age up to 22 years 18 Age 23-25 years 26 Age over 26 years 35
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the University where you studied he would like your advice about finding a place to live. write an email to your friend in your email describe where you live when you wear a student at the University recommend the best way for him her to look for the accommodation won him of mistake students make when choosing accommodation
You recently spent the night at an expensive hotel. There was a problem with your room, but the hotel staff was unable to do anything about it. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter • describe the problem. • explain what happened when you asked the hotel staff for help. • say what you would like the manager to do.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter
– explain why you changed jobs
– describe your new job
– tell him/her your other news