Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You are a library. A new resident has inquired about becoming a member of your library.
In your letter:
• welcome them and introduce the library
• provide information about membership requirements the library facilities
• write about the opening hours and borrowing policies of the library
Some people say that the increasing business and cultural contact between countries is a positive development, while others think that many countries will lose their national identities as a result. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices= decisions 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 decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these view and give your own opinion.
In many countries governmens are interesting in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government money?
While some people think that the problem with education in poor countries is the teaching methodology used , others believe it is the lack of resources that is the roal issues. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the changes in three different areas of crime in Manchester city centre from 2003-2012.
Some people say advertising is extremely successful at persuading customers to buy. Others think customers do not get influenced because ads are common. Discuss both & give your opinion.
Many countries have the same shops and products. Some consider it a positive development, whereas others consider it negative. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
Both the poor and the rich find the accessibility into university difficult. Do you agree or disagree?
some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in seprate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and grils benefit more from attending mixed schools. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You recently saw an advertisement in a newspaper seeking volunteers
to do unpaid work with local children. You are interested in this work.
Write a letter to the head of the organisation.
In your letter
• express your interest
• ask for details of the work that needs to be done
• let them know when you are available.
The graph below shows the number of international students enrolled in universities in Australia, Canada, and the UK between 2000 and 2020.
The availability of entertainment such as video games on handheld devices are harmful to individual and to the socity they live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
•Nowadays, it is getting difficult for people to enjoy their lives in cities. Why do you think this is? What can the government do to make life in cities more enjoyable?
The graph shows the use of landlines and mobile phones in 7 different countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
You recently had some items shipped to you from overseas. Upon receiving the shipment you found that some things were damaged in transit. Write a letter to the manager of the shipping company. In your letter
- Provide the details of your shipment
- Describe the damage
- Say what action you want the company to take.
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of , and planned future development for the site .
For a long time art has been considered an essential part of all cultures in the world. However, nowadays people’s values have changed, and we tend to consider science, technology and business more important than arts. What do you think are the causes of this?
Write an IELTS essay writing task "There are many different types of music in the world today. Why do we need music? Is the traditional music of a country more important than the international music that is heard everywhere nowadays?"
The diagrams below show the life cycle of the silkworm and the stages in the production of silk cloth. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Recent figure of youngster's crime rate has increased in many cities of the world. Give reasons and solutions to this problem.
Modern lifestyle mena that manu parents have little time for their children. Many children suffer because they do not get as much attention from their parents as children did in the past. Do you agree or disagree?
The given graph illustrates the data about average number of people who visited a UK museum in summer and winter in 2003.
Climate change is a global problem. Some people think that individuals are not responsible for solving this issue, but governments and large corporations are. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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
Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university？
The bart chart below shows US Seafood imports between 2002 and 2022 and the forecast for 2032. The pie chart shows the geographical structure of these imports in 2022. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that to reduce traffic and pollution, the government should increase the tax on petrol (gasoline). Discuss advantages and disadvantages of this.
Many people around the world use social media everyday to keep in touh with other people and get news events.Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Formal exams are used to assess srudents at the end of each semester in many countries.Why are these exams used by schools and universities? What other types of assessment are possible? Give reasons for your answer along with example.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a CCTV camera in public places?
In many countries, people are living in a ‘throw-away’ society. They tend to use things for a short time and then throw them away. What do you think are the causes? What problems may it lead to?
The line graph indicates the UK acid rain emissions over 17 years
A friend of yours has always adored your car. You have now decided to sell it. Write a letter to your friend to ask if he is interested in buying your car.
In your letter:
explain why you are selling your car
describe the good points and any bad points about your car
suggest the friend visits you to see and drive your car.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Tim,...
Children should be encouraged to play sports as it helps them later in th eir worklife.Some agree while others don't.Discuss both the views.
The chart below gives information about how many European citizens of various age groups frequently went to the gym from 1990 to 2010.
some people think that public libraries are no longer necessary due to the availability of digital information. To what extent do you agree or disagree with given statement?
Government should regulate the level of violence in films in the television and in cinema. Some think they should not be regulated. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increased recycling is for government to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
Plastic shopping bags cause pollution on land and in water, and therefore they should be banned. Do you agree or disagree?
The tаblе and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in оnе аrеа of Britain. The tаblе shows where the mоnеу саtе from and the charts show how it was distributed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph shows the average patients visitting four clinics in 2010 and 2016.
children spending a lot of time watching tv and playing computer games however it doesn't help in improving their mental abilities . Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that schoolchildren should be made to wear a uniform. Others feel that children should be free to choose their own clothes. Discuss both sides of the argument and say whether you agree with pupils wearing uniforms. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
As the number of cars increases, more money has to be spent on road systems. Some people think the government should pay for this. Others, however, think that the user should cover the costs. Discuss both views and give your opinion
the bar charts shows information about salt intake in the us in 2000
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade- labelled coffee ans bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European counties.
Advertising can influence the way people think, so it has negative effects. Do you agree or disagree?
A report by UNEP, states that the human populations have been over-exploiting the Earth’s natural resources by unsustainable development. As a developing country, Vietnam has also been undergoing unsustainable development. Discuss some major causes and effects of this social issue in the context of Vietnam. Give reasons and examples from your reading, experience observations to support your point of view.