Modern technology is now very common in most work places. How do you think this has changed the way we work? Do you think there are disadvantages to relying too much on technology?
The diagram illustrates how bees produce honey. Kadirkhan Zhazira.
GT Writing Task 1:
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A friend of yours has recently written to you asking for advice about a problem at work. You have had a similar problem at your workplace in the past.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
tell your friend how you feel about the problem
explain how you faced a similar situation in the past
suggest possible solutions to the problem
Write at least 150 words.
The line graph shows the percentage of people of different age groups and how they rate a set of factors in terms of importance when buying a new home. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people say that the only way to guarantee getting a good job is to complete a course of university education. Others claim that it is bette to start work after school and gain experience in the world of work. How far do you agree or disagree with the above views?
Reduction of maximum speed limit is the only way to reduce road accidents. However, others say there are some other effective methods for this. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
A building company is planning to build new houses on some land near where
you live and has asked the people to give their comments. Write a letter to the
manager of the building company and
- Say how you heard about the plan of the building company
- Give your opinion of the plan
Topic:Doctors in many countries are saying that people are not getting enough physical exercise. What are the causes of this? How it can be addressed?
Practice:
You will be graduating from university and would like to invite your family to the ceremony.
Write a letter of invitation to your parents. In the letter:
- Explain that you have completed your studies
- Give details of the event, including time, date and dress code
- Let them know how many tickets they have and who they are for
The rate of young women crimes is rising in the current society. What are the causes and how to solve it?
In somes 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 have been doing some voluntary work to help your local community. However, now you are unable to continue doing this work.
Write a letter to the manager of the organization where you have been working. In your letter:
•describe the work you have been doing
•explain why you can no longer do this work
•recommend another person who is interested in the work
The diagram below displays how the instant noodles are produced.
todays' modern world, there is no doubt that people are getting connected over social media but not aware about person who is living next to him. What are the problems and how can one overcome it?
Some people believe that violence on television and in computer games has a damaging effect on society. Others, however, deny that these factors have any significant influence on people’s behaviour. What is your opinion on that issue?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now "one big trffic jam". How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourgae people from using their cars?
The diagram below shows how soft cheese is made. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual well-being. What factors contribute to job satisfaction? How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers? Give reasons for your answer and give any relevant example or experience you have to support your answer.
2020-01-11: Task 1
You visited a town last month and told your friend that you would like to meet. However you could not make it. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter, you should:
• express your apology
• why you could not meet
• making arrangement to meet him.
some believe that single-sex school students perform better academically. However, others believe that both geneder schools provide children with best social skills for adulthood. Discuss both perspective and give opinion.
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
* give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
* explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
* describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discussion both these views and give your opinion
In some parts of the world, people buy far too many clothes. What are the reasons for this? How can people be persuaded to reduce the number of clothes they buy?
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.
Your local library wants to improve its services and facilities. Write a letter to the library.
In your letter you should:
explain who you are
make your suggestions
and explain how this would make the library better.
Many countries have embraced tourisma as a way to boost their economies and create jobs for local residents. However, some argue that tourism can have negative impacts on the environment and local cultures. What are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism for a country?
The pie chart show how electricity is used in an average English home during typical dAYS IN spring and autumn .Summarize the information
It is observed that communication between family members in today's time is less as compared tothe past. However, some people do not think so. Do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or buildings they live in. What are the reasons of this? How can people research this?
You recently discovered that there are plans to build a new airport in your area and you are not happy with it. Write a letter to the local authority. In your letter,– Say how you found out about the plans– Explain what problems your neighborhood will face – Suggest some possible solutions to those problem
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money came from and the charts show how it was distributed.
The diagram shows how small and large Venus Flytrap species handle small prey to optimize their use of digestive enzymes Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people argue that all experimentation on animals is bad and should be outlawed. However, others believe that important scientific discoveries can be made from animal experiments. Can experimentation on animals be justified? Are there any alternatives? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
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
You live in a room in college which you share with another atudent. However, there are many problems with this arrangement, and you find it very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter,
* Describe the situation
* Explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
* Say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Your local community centre is planning to start a new weekend program for adults and has asked local residents for suggestions.
Write a letter to the manager of the community centre. In your letter:
suggest an activity that the weekend program could offer
explain why this activity would be useful for people in your community
say how you could personally help with the program
The diagram below shows how instant noodels are manufactured. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child. explain why you would like the job give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
The diagram shows how apple juice is produced.
THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO ARE AT RISK OF SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEMS DUE TO BEING OVERWEIGHT IS INCREASING. WHAT IS THE REASON FOR GROWTH IN OVER WEIGHT PEOPLE IN SOCIETY . HOW CAN THIS PROBLEM BE SOLVED .
Some governments say how many children a family can have in their country should be strictly controlled. They may control the number of children someone has through taxes. It is sometimes necessary and right for a government to control the population in this way. Do you agree or disagree?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that any cities in the world are now "one big traffic" How true do you think this statement is? What measures can government take to discourage people from using their cars.
Your friend recently came to your birthday party and bought you an expensive present.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•thank your friend
•explain how useful the present is
•arrange to meet up with your friend sometime soon
Some people believe that to reduce the amount of time people spend commuting (travelling to work), parks and gardens close to city centres should be replaced by apartment buildings for commuters to live in. However, others disagree with this. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The diagram below shows how one type of coal is used to produce electricity. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below shows how the Australian Bureau of Meteorology collects up-to-the-minute information on the weather in order to produce reliable forecasts. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
The diagram below shows the process of how to pu’erh tea is made. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your new neighbours have recently invited you to a party they are holding next Saturday. However, you have other plans on Saturday evening and cannot attend the party.
Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter:
•Thank them for the invitation
•Mention what plans you already have
•Suggest when you can meet them
Write a formal letter to your manager requesting funding for a professional training course. Explain what the course is about, why it would benefit the company, and how much money you need.
The first chart below shows how energy is used in an average Australian household. The second chart shows the greenhouse gas emissions which result from this energy use.