Economic development always harms the environment. It is impossible for a country to both develop the economy and protect the environment at the same time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that trial marriage is currently a positive trend for youngsters in order that they know each other better before marriage. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is better to stay with one company during a career. Do you agree or disagree with this point of view? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Illiteracy has traditionally been viewed as largely a third world problem. However, it is becoming apparent that in countries such as the USA and Australia, illiteracy rate is on the increase. Discuss possible causes for this and its effect on society. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the Director of the Museum. In your letter,
•Introduce yourself
•Explain what experience and special skills you have
•Explain why you are interested in the job
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows – Dear Sir/Madam,
You recently spent a vacation at the home of some friends who live in a different city.
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter
- thank your friends for letting you stay with them
- describe some things you enjoyed about your vacation
- invite your friends to visit you.
Some people believe that community work without pay should be mandatory for high school activity. To what extend do agree or disagree.
The internet has transformed lives and economies but it is turning the world into a global village. Soon everybody will think and behave in the same way. To what extent do you agree or diagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
One of your friends is interested in studying abroad but confused about which course to opt for. Write a letter to your friend and in your letter:
Explain which course to choose.
Explain why this course is best.
Invite your friend to discuss in person.
Write a formal letter to congrats teacher on the retirement
Many people believe it is good for male and female students to be taught in the same class. However, there are others who think separating them would bring more advantages. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Choose the option that you prefer. Why do you prefer your choice? Explain the reasons for your choice. Write about 150-200 words. 1. Option A: Cultural fest: This could include various cultural performances and setting up of food stalls of different cultural cuisines.
The maps below show the center of a small town called Birshire as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live
Write an email to your friend. In your email
1)Describe where you lived when you were a student at the university
2)Recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation
3)Warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any address
Begin your letter as follows
Dear,
As countries develop, people tend to buy more and more cars. Do you think the advantages for the individual outweigh the disadvantages for the environment ?
Many family moves to different countries. Some people think children can benefit from this, while others consider it is hard for children if families move to a foreign country. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays many people complain that they have difficulties in maintaining work-life balance. Why is this the case? What strategies do you recommend to maintain work-life balance? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that reading books is more beneficial for children’s development than watching television or playing video games. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageijg population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people To what extent do the advantages of having an ageijg population outweigh the disadvantages
The graph below shows the percentage of workers from five different European countries that were absent for a day or more due to illness from 1991 to 2001. Summarise the information by selecting reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes ( for example working for a charity, improving the neighbour or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree. Give reasons for your answer and Include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
You recently did a short cookery courses. 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've done since the course. Suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer.
Some people think that public health is a the respomsiblities of the government while others think that people should br responsibe for their own health. Discuss both sides and give your opininon
You are going to another country to study.You would like to do a part-time job while you are 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 plans
* explain why you want to get a part-time job
* suggest how your friend could help you find a job
Write 150 letters.
“ Some people believe that everyone has aright to have access top university education and that government should make it free for all student no matter what financial background they have. To what extent do you agree or disagree.”
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary schools. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
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 decision about matter that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
many parts of the world people are relying more and more on prepared food from grocery stores and restaurants because they are too busy to cook at home .this is bad because home cooked food is much better for us to what extend do you agree or disagree ?
In many countries the level of crime is increasing and crimes are becoming more violent. Why do you think this is and what can be done about it? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience.
The bar graph below shows the volume of fish and seafood consumed in Spain from 2008 to 2021, by sales format. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have heard that the local authority is planning to build a shopping mall in the centre of your town. You do not agree with this decision because there are already a lot of shops.
Write a letter to the planning department.
In your letter
-say why you are writing
-give reasons for your objections
-explain what you think would be a better alternative
In some countries, students are required to learn a foreign language, but in other countries, it is not necessary to do so. Discuss both approaches and give your own opinion.
It is important for people to take risks both in their personal and professional lives. Do you think that advantages of taking taking risks overweigh disadvantages?
The best way to solve the traffic congestion in city is to provide free public transport for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
1-04: Task 1
letter to a friend asking for his help to make a website.
In your letter, you should:
describe what kind of website you want
say when you want the site to be done
explain how vital the website is to you.
The table given below provides information about the projected costings over the next 5 years in American dollars for three environmental projects for sustainable forestry. The pie chart illustrates the expected expenditure breakdown allocation for the first year as the projects are set up.
Many people think that money is important to achieve happiness. What is the importance of money to happiness? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your experience.
Some people believe that universities should prepare students with the knowledge and skills they need for work. Others argue that universities are meant to provide access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of how useful the course may be to employers. In your opinion, what should be a university’s main function? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Studies shows that many criminals do not receive enough education, for this reason, people believe that the best ways to reduce crime is to educate them so they can find a job after being released. Do you agree or disagree.
Some people believe that watching television is bad for children. Other people believe that it has positive effects for children as they grow up. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
You recently ordered something online. When the delivery came it was not complete. Write a letter to the company. In your letter: - Explain what you ordered and what was missing from your delivery - Explain the importance of this delivery - Ask for a replacement item to be sent
Doctors often recommend regular exercise for older people; however, many elderly individuals tend to ignore this advice. What are the reasons for this behavior, and what measures can be taken to encourage older people to exercise regularly?
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum.**
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/ unpaid work.**
In your letter,
- explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
- describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
- give details of when you would be available for work
Dear Sir or Madam,
The charts below give information on the proportions of water which is used for various purposes in six countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The health benefits tof physical excercise are well-known. Despite this, a lot of people do not exercise regularly. What are the reasons for this? What could be done to encourage them to excercise more often?
The charts show results from a survey about the most popular social media sites for American teenagers in 2014 and 2019. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In the future, people many no longer be able to pay for things in shops using card all payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this well happen in one day Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?
Some parents think that child care centres provide the best services for children of pre-school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids. Discuss both views and girve your opinion.
All over the world, societies are facing a growing problem with obesity. This problem affects both children and adults. What are the reasons for this rise in obesity, How could it be tackled?
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think lawa are need to make people recycle more of their waste.