School and university students learn lessons far better from teacher than from other sources, such as the Internet and television. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
These days, more and more people are going to other countries for significant periods of time, either to find a job or to study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Disscuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in foreign country. Give reason from for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows the amount of money spent on books in Germany, France, Italy and Austria between 1995 and 2005.The graph below shows the amount of money spent on books in Germany, France, Italy and Austria between 1995 and 2005.
n some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn. Discuss both sides and express your opinion.
The graphs below show the number of drivers in Britain who have been caught driving too fast by speed cameras placed on roads, and the numbe of people killed in road accidents, over an eight-year period since the introduction of speed cameras. The tables show the results of a survey on people’s opinion on speed cameras. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below
The graph shows the proportion of tourists whoattended four place of interests in Brighton between 1980 and 2010.
You recently took a trip with a taxi company. The driver behaved in an unacceptable way and you had a lot of problems. You complained to the company but no-one has replied to your complaint.
Write a letter to the taxi company. In your letter
say why you are writing and how you feel
explain what happenedDear sirtell them what you would like them to do.
The chart below shows the proportion of profits made from the seven most viewed movies
In the last decade, there has been a great increase in global air travel. What do you think are the reasons for this and do you think it is a good thing? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The graphs below 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. Kausar
The maps below show the center of a small town called Islip as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
some of today's schools insist that all students have their own laptop computer in class to assist i their education. Do you feel that this would be an advantage to studens' education or would it be an unnecessary complication?
Some people think that sports teach children how to compete. Others feel that children can learn team work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that watching sports in one’s free time is just a waste of time. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Many young people like to shop in their free time. Why do think youngsters are interested in activities like shopping for recreation? Do you think they should be encouraged to do some other productive activities?
More and more people want to own famous brands of cars, clothes and other items. What are the reason for this. Is this a positive or negative trend?
You have recently moved to a new neighbourhood and would like to join a sports centre there. You have found a private sports club.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter,
• introduce yourself
• say why are you interested in this sports club
• ask some questions about the club e.g facilities, membership, costs etc.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.b
Your workplace does not have a parking area for cars, and it is causing some problems. Write a letter to your manager and include the following:
– Describe the problems it has caused.
– Explain what benefits a parking area would bring to the company.
– Suggest a solution.
In the future all buses, cars and trucks will be driverless. Only people travelling inside those will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
in many places peoples lifestyle changing rapidly and this affect family relationship.do the advantages overweigh disadvantages
more and more people tend to procrastinate in tasks these days. Some people think procrastination is the prime reason for the failure in life. Do you agree or disagree?
You recently stayed with your friend to look after the house while he is away your accidentally damange something in his house. Write a letter to your friend in your letter you must
Describe what happened.
Explain when it happened.
Suggest how the damage can be repaired.
In the last few decades, there have been more and more cases of famous people being hounded by the press. Some people think that famous people in the media should have no right to privacy. To what extent do you agree?
Most people accept that we now live in a globalised world but not everyone agrees that it is beneficial. To what extent is globalisation a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some people claim that not enough the waste is recycled.they say that the only way to increase recycling is for government to make it a clear requirement. to what extent do you thinklaws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste
The crime rate among teenagers has increased dramatically in many countries. Discuss some possible reasons for this increase and suggest solitions.
The bar chart below shows average UK salaries, by city. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Present a written argument to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic: To solve the ever-increasing environmental hazards throughout the world, the best way is to increase the price of fuel. What is your opinion on the above assumption?
Around the world, it is likely that more adults will work from home and more children will study from home as computer technology becomes cheaper and accessible. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
The below diagram show the generation of hydro-electirc power from water. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparions where relecant.
People say that it is a waste of time for high school students to learn literature such as novels and poems. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country's police force or military force, such as the army, while others think women are not suitable for these kinds of job. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It is sometimes said that countries should produce all the food for their populations to eat and import as little as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagreee with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
It is the job of governments and companies to deal with the huge environmental problems which we face. Individuals on their own can do little or nothing’. What is your opinion about this statement?
In many countries children are engaged in some kind of paid work. some people regard this as a completely wrong. while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for learnig and taking responsiblity. what are your opinion.
“Some people think that violent sports such as boxing, kickboxing and cage fighting should be banned from TV.” Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Write an Opinion Essay explaining your ideas.
The maps show two different plans designed for a conference room. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The two pie charts illustrate the online shopping sales for retail sectors in Canada in 2005 and 2010.
The bar chart shows information about fiction book sales from 2006 to 2010. Writr a report of at least 150 words summarising the main details and making comparisons where necessary.
In many parts of the world there is continuous coverage of sports on television. Some people believe this discourages the young from taking part in any sports themselves. Discuss the view and give your opinion.
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 this letter :
Say how well you know your friend.
Describe the qualifications and experience that your friend has.
Explain why your friend would be suitable for this job.
Fewer and fewer people walk on a daily basis. What are the reasons and what can be done to encourage them to spend their time walking?
Your workplace does not have a car park, causing some problems. Write a letter to your manager.
In your letter
•describe the problems;
•explain what benefits a car park would bring to the company;
•suggest a solution for the car park problem.
The bar chart illustrates the proportion of individuals aged 16 and over in the Great Britain who used the internet for various activities during the last three months of 2009 and 2019.
It is predicted that the use of robots in our life is on the rise. What role do they play? Do you think robots will be of help in the future?
The table and pie chart give information about the population in Australia according to different nationalities and areas. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
A magazine wants to include contribution from its readers for an article called 'the book that influenced me most". Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influences you most.
In your letter,
•describe what this book was about,
•explain how this book influenced you,
•say whether this book would be likely to influence other people