You have received a letter from your university of Albion demanding a reason for your absence from an exam. You were ill that day, but failed to submit the evidence. Write a letter to the Examinations Committee explaining your situation.
You should include:
• Apologies for the situation
• Identification for yourself (Name, Student Number, Case Number)
• An explanation of what had happened and any possible evidence you may have
Possible resolutions to consider
some people think that men and women have different qualities, there fore certain jobs are suitable for men and others for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Competitiveness is seen as a positive quality for people to have in many societies today. How does this competitiveness affect individuals? Do you think it is a positive or negative quality?
You want to sell some of your furniture. You think a friend of yours might like to buy it from you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• explain why you are selling - bed, moved to new place, 1 bedroom, spare,
• describe the furniture - made from best quality wood, have bought it from Karan Furnitures which is famous for its quality, mattresses also, detachable drawers on both sides where you can keep stuff
• suggest a date when your friend can come and see the furniture - free over weekend, can come and see the condition, if fine can take along, know some of the movers n packers,
Task 1.3
You have recently flown to another country on a business trip. You were satisfied with the flight, but didn’t like services at the airport.
Write a letter to the airport manager and say
Give your flight details
Why were you disappointed?
Suggest some improvements to the airport services
Write at least 150 words.
Some feel that individuals should have the right to strike in all jobs while others feel there are exceptions. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Nowadays, many people are not aware of the persons living in their neighbourhood. However, many individuals do not have relation with neighbours when compared to the persons in the past. This essay will discuss why this is happening and put forward some improvement to this issue.
ou have just moved into a new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that the noise may disturb your neighbour. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter introduce yourself describe your plans for the party invite your neighbor to come You do NOT need to write any addresses. You should write at least 150 words.
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/ unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntarylunpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntarylunpaid work. In your letter
• explain why you want to do voluntarylunpaid 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
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
You went to another city for a training course and stayed at a friend’s house for a week. They have been great hosts.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
thank them for having you at their house for a week
express your gratitude for their hospitality
say how much you miss them
Society is becoming obssesd with material goods like fast cars, designer cothes and flashy jewellery. We have stopped caring about importatnt things and this is why divorce rates are so high and family bonds are not as strong anymore; our value system is disintegrating. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Societies led by males have always been prone to violence and conflicts. Thus, some believe that peace would prevail if we were governed by females leaders? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your local public library wants to make improvements to their services and facilities. In order to get ideas from the public, they have asked library users to send them suggestions in writing. Write a letter to the librarian. In your letter
describe what you like about the library
say what you don’t like
make suggestions for improvements.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Some people think that government should not give international aid since people have disadvantages like unemployment and homeless in their own country. To what extent do u you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just spent a weekend at a friend's house. When you returned home, you discovered that you had left a coat there. There are some important belongings in the pockets.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
explain that you have left the coat there
say what the coat looks like, where you think you left it and what was in the pockets
make some suggestions about how to get all of your belongings back
You should write at least 150 words.
You have a test in your English class next week, but you cannot attend. Write to your teacher. In your letter:
. Explain your situation.
. Apologies for not being able to take the test.
. Ask whether it is possible for you to take the test at another time.
Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any address. Begin your letter with: Dear...
Modern forms of comunication such as email and message have reduced the amonut of time people spent seeing their friends.This has had a negative effect on their lives. To what extant do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that global warming is today’s most pressing environmental problem. At the same time, some consider deforestation to have the most devastating impact on the world. Discuss both views and give your opinion on the same. for this task.
There have been many technological developments in the 20th century, for example in transport, telecommunications and health. What technological development do you think has been the most important? How has it changed people's lives? Have all the changes been positive?
Some people believe bicycles have lots of advantages, whereas others believe bicycles have more disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
As we have become more advanced technologically, we have done more harm to the environment, knowingly or unknowingly. What are the problems faced due to this development? How do you think we can solve these issues?
In the future, we will have more and more leisure tile as machines replace many of the tasks we do at home and at work. Discuss the challenges amd benefits this will bring
In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. Do the advantages of this development outweight the disadvantages?
The problem with society today is that it is essentially unbalanced, with some people being paid huge salaries to work very long hours, whilst others do not have a job and have too much time on their hands. There is no middle ground. Do you agree or disagree?
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. "Fatherhood ought to be emphasised as much as motherhood. The idea that women are solely responsible for deciding whether or not to have habies leads on to the idea that they are also responsible for bringing the children up." To what extent do you agree or disagree?
On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. Write a letter to the manager of the company
– describe the item lost
– explain how you lost it
– tell the insurance company what you would like them to do
Some people believe that nowdays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You have rented an apaprtment for 5 years. You have decided to move out. Write a letter to your landlord.
. Describe who you are and where you live.
. Explain why you have decided to move out.
. Suggest what you want the landlord to do.
Technological development in earlier times brought more changes to the life of ordinary people then recent technological development have brought? Do you agree or disagree?
You have recently learned about a piece of equipment that would help you at your workplace.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter,
describe the equipment
explain how it might be useful at your workplace
offer help in purchasing it
Write at least 150 words.
At universities in some countries, it is common for students, especially for those who have no scholarship, to have jobs while they study. They may work in offices, at the library, in labs or as teachers’ assistants. They earn money for living expenses and sometimes receive a reduction in tuition as well. Is this a good idea? Support your opinion with specific reasons and details.
The diagrams below show the changes that have taken place at West Park Secondary Schools since its construction in 1950. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that the government should pay for and offer housing to people who have lost their homes or cannot afford them.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have seen an advertisement in Australian magazines for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child write a letter.
•Explain why you would like this.
•Give detail of why you are a suitable person to employ.
•Say how would you spend your free time while you are in Australia.
You have won a holiday to Hawaii with one extra ticket. Write a letter to someone to invite them along with you. In the letter:
– Explain what has happened and that you would like them to come
– Give details of when the trip will take place
– Inform the person of the things they will need for the trip
```Many people think that the world should speak one language, others argue that countries should have its own languages. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Nowadays, many people drive to work or school instead of walking, cycling or using public transport. Does this trend have more advantages or more disadvantages?
ou have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club. In your letter:
• introduce yourself
• say why you are interested in this sports club
• ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities, members, costs
Individuals' greed and selfishness have been the basis of modern society. Some people think we must return to older, more traditional values, such as respect for older adults and the local community, to create a better world. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that illegal internet download are having a negative effect on the music industry. Others feel that they have little or no impact on artists. Discuss both views and give own opinion.
Studies have suggested that children watch much more television than they did in the past and spend less time on active or creative things. What are the reasons and what measures should be taken to encourage children to spend more time on active or creative things?
In many countries today people are choosing to have fewer children. Why is this the case? What are the effects of this trend in society?
Some people think that developed countries have a higher responsibility to combat climate change than developing countries. Other believe that all countries should have the same responsibility towards protecting the environment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that workers have worked in a company for long years should be promoted. What is your opinion.
More and more people are buying fashionable clothes these days. Does it have more negative or positive effects? Give reasons for your answers and include examples relevant to your experience.
You have seen an advert in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six years old child
Write a letter to the parents, in your letter
Explain why you would like to take the job
Give details of why you would be suitable to employ
Say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
A museum newr 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 voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
give details of when you woule be available for work
Write at least 150words.
You do not need to write any addresses.
some people believe that voilence on television and computer games has a damaging effect on society. others deny that these factors have any significant influence on people's behavior. what is your opinion?
Opinions vary on whether students should have a gap year before going into higher education. Discuss the possible advantages and disadvantages of taking a year out. Do you believe that taking a gap year is good idea.?
The average age of the population for many nations around the world has been in decline in recent decades creating a situation where young people have become the world’s largest demographic, particularly in developing nations. Although there are decided drawbacks to this