Some people think that the main purpose of school and university education should be to prepare people for work. Others, however, think that the true role of education is to make us better citizens. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Tody more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, sush as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other countries students attend university in another city. Do you think the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experienc
Some people think that it should be compulsory for people to retake their driving test every 5 years. What are the advantages and disavantages of doing this?
The chart shows the results of surveys in one African country asking teenagers the main reasons for using their phones between 2016 and 2019.
Nowadays, many people move to different countries for work. Why do people choose to work abroad? What problems can this cause?
In the past, people used to travel abroad to look for many differences from their home country. Nowadays, cities throughout the world are becoming more and more similar. What are the reason? Do the advantages outweigh the disavantages
The pie chart shows the percentage of males and females arrested in the UK from 2015- 2020 and the bar chart shows the reasons for these people's arrest. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Directors of large organizations are paid much higher salaries than other employees. Some people feel that this is necessary, while others think this is not justified. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevent examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You are going for a one-week vacation and your friend agreed to stay at your place while you are away. write a letter to him or her. In your letter you should thank him or her and the dates for your holiday. explain how he or she enters the home describe what you expect him or her to do
nowadays because of digital technological it is possible for not only studios but also individuals to produce their own films. do you think this is possitive or negative
ou should spend about 40 minutes on this task. In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some people believe that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level. 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.
Ambition is being emphasized in today’s society. How important do you think it is for people who want to succeed in life? Is it a popsitive or negative characteristic?
The bar chart shows shares of expenditures for five major categories in the United States, Canda the United Kingdom, and Japan in the year 2009
because many children are not able to learn foreign languages, school should not force them to learn foreign languages. do you agree or disagree with this idea?
These days, problems with pollution are becoming worse, particularly in large cities. What are the reasons for this and how can this be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
n the past, most working people had only one job. However, nowadays, more and more people have more than one job at the same time. What are the reasons for this development? What are the advantages and disadvantages of having more than one job?
The only reason why people work is to earn money, there aren’t any other reasons for working. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Eating sweet foods produces acid in the mouth, which can cause tooth decay. (High acid levels are measured by low pH values) Describe the information below and discuss the implications for dental health.
***In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in.***
***What are the reasons for this?***
***How can people research this?***
You applied to a job, were offered the position, but have decided not to accept the offer.
Write a letter to the HR supervisor with whom you interviewed. In your letter:
•Explain the reason why you are declining the offer
•Describe your reasons for staying with your current position
•Express your gratitude
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Ms. Barry,
Some experts believe that it is better for childeren to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondry school. do the advantages of this out weigh the dis advatages.
Money is important in most people’s lives. Although some people think it is more important than others. What do you feel are the right uses of money? What other factors are important for a good life? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience.
The pie charts illustrate the percentage of world forest and timber in five different nations namely, South Africa, Africa, Asia, Europe and North America.
Today, people think that attraction of foreign investment is necessary and important for the development of the economies of the host countries, while the others think that attraction of foreign investment has negative impact on the society and not only on this sphere. Discuss both sides and write your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that the best way to solve environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles. Others think that there are alternative ways to achieve this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experince, important for learning and taking responsability. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In you letter
•Correct the information in the acritical
•Explain whey it is important for the magazine to view the correct information
•Suggest what the magazine should do about this situation.
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems as well as practical ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Information technology is changing many aspects of our lives and now dominates our home, work and leisure activites. To what extent do the benefits of information technology outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relavant examples for your own knowledge and experience.
some people claim that not enough of waste from home is recycled. They say that the only way to increase the recycling is for government to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle most of their wastes.
3. Many people today are worried about young children using video games. what problems might these games cause for children and society as a whole.? How could these problems be reduced.?
Some people think that schools are responsible for teaching children moral values. Others believe that this is the responsibility of parents. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the movement of people from rural to urban areas in three countries and predictions for 2025. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. Yoh have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter, tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves, say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her, explain how to apply for the job
you have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
write a letter to the editor of the magazine. in your letter
correct the information in the article
explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
suggest what tge magazine should do about this situation
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic: In many countries, children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. What are your opinions on this issue?
Some people feel that learning a foreign language is an essential component of a child’s education. Others feel that learning a foreign language is often a waste of time that can be better spent on learning about technology and other more vocational subjects. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Supermarket Plan The map below is of the town of Garlsdon. A new supermarket (S) is planned for the town. The map shows two possible sites for the supermarket.
The graph below shows the qatari import totals( in tons) for several types of vegetables from 1980 to 2020.
Because of the busy pace of modern life, many children spend most of their time indoors and have little exposure to the natural world. Discuss the effects lack of experience with and understanding of nature can have on children as they grow up. Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your parents will be celebrating their 40th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. Write to your best friend, Joan, who is a professional event planner. In your letter:
-explain why the occasion is special
-ask for her assistance
-set up a time to meet at your friend's convenience to discuss your plans
SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT THE SPREAD OF MULTINATIONAL COMPANIES AND GLOBALIZATION PRODUCE POSITIVE OUTCOMES FOR WVWERYONE. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE WITH THIS STATEMENT.
Some students find more difficult to study at universities and colleges than schools. What are reasons for this situation? What are the solutions to solve this problem?
Write a formal letter to apply for the post of business unit manager which posted on facebook.
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed,rather than work for a company or organisations. Why might this be the case? What could be disadvantages of being self-employed?
all education and healthcare should be funded by the government and free for everyone. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this idea?
After completing school, students should work or travel for a year before going to University. How much do you agree or disagree with this opinion and why? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.