In some countries, a high proportion of criminals acts are committed by teenagers. Why is it the case? What is the solution?
You missed one of the most important lessons of your teacher. Write a letter to your teacher. In your letter
apologize for not attending
explain why you did not attend
say what you will do to make up for it
Today it is common practice for many business meetings and business training to take place online. Do the advantages of this new development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some young people look forward to a year of travelling, a ‘gap-year’, before they begin work or university and see it as a chance to broaden their horizon. For others this is an expensive waste of time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries, government spent a large amount of money on improving internet access. Why is it happening and do you think it is the most appropriate use of government money?
The bar graph illustrates the frequency with which Americans ate at fast food restaurants between 2003 and 2013. Overall, the majority of Americans consumed fast food between once a week and once or twice a month during this period. Looking more closely at the data, in 2003, just over 30% of Americans ate fast food once a week, while around 30% did so once or twice a month. A small minority either never ate fast food or consumed it daily. By 2006, there was a slight increase in the percentage of people eating fast food once a week, as well as a growth in the number of those who ate fast food several times a week, rising from around 16% to 20%. The percentage of people eating fast food once or twice a month also increased. Meanwhile, only about 3% of Americans were daily fast food consumers during this period. Finally, in 2013, around 33% of people ate fast food once or twice a month, while a small portion of the population continued to consume fast food every day or never.
The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Vite at least 150 words.
Some people think that people should pay more taxes for various services while other think that it should be minimum, according to desires of public. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In modern society, ambition is more and more important. How important is ambition for being successful in life? Is it positive or negative? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss hoth these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for vour answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and academics world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Part 2 In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centers or mall to do their shopping. is it a positive or a negative development?
echnology is being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
Some believe that the development of technology and improved software allow us to translate between langauges automatically . Therefore , it is not necessary to learn foreign languages any more . Do you agree or disagree
In recent time cyberspace has linked a significant number of people jointly while others opine that it is rather causing separation between families. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
The chart below shows the result of a survey of patients who stayed in three different wards of a hospital. It shows what percentage of the patients replied ‘very good’ about various aspects of their hospital experience. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a paragraph about a traditional meal or drink that is popular in your country. What makes the meal or drink special? Is it also popular in other countries?
Nowadays, families are not as close as in the past and a lot of people have become used to this. Explain the reasons for this and discuss any possible effects it may have on society.
Some say that music plays an important role in society whilst others think it is simply a form of entertainment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
It is often quoted, “When in Rome, do as Romans do.” Is it right that when people visit a different country, they should follow the culture of the country they visit? Do you think culture can be accepted without learning the language?
Some people believe genetic engineering is a positive development that can improve human life. Other think it poses serious risks to society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign kanguage at primary school rather than secondary school. do th advantages of this outwigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays it is easy to apply for and be given a credit card. However, some people experience problems when they are not able to pay their debt back. In your opinion, do the advantages of credit cards outweigh the disadvantages?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You and some friends want to start a weekly dance club and you have found a hall that would be suitable to hold your meetings.
Write a letter to the owner of the hall. In you letter,
1. explain your and your friends project
2. ask if it possible to rent the hall and under the what terms
3. state what day and what timings you would like to use the hall
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT to write any addresses. Begin your letters as follows:
Dear Sir / Madam,
Some people believe that protecting the environment os the government responsibility. Others believe that every individual should take responsibility for it discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfacotry job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a jobb straight after shcool. Discuss both views.
Some people think student should study the science of food and how to prepare it. Others think student should spend time on other important subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The table below depicts the average number of hours per day that visitors from Australia, India, Canada, and Germany spent doing leisure activities while vacationing in Italy in December 2021. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries, the use of renewable energy sources is being encouraged. Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The diagrams below show the design for a wave-energy machine and its location. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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.
You 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
Some people believe that schools should include competitive sports as a subject while others believe that it has negative effects on children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Soccer is undoubtedly one of the most popular sports in the world and it is also one of the most lucrative industries globally, sith billion dollars being invested every year. Give your opinion
Many high street shop have gone out of business in recent year . Why do you think this has happened ? is it a positive or negative development?
Cultural tourism, in which people travel in order to visit museums, monuments and archaeological sites among other things, is a growing industry. Having so many visitors may sometimes benefit a nation's cultural heritage, but it can also cause problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: “It is more important for students to study art and literature than it is to study math and science.”
Home schooling belongs to the past and it is completely unacceptable in the modern society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this situation.
Some people believe that it is better to spend more money to eliminate the cause of the crime, while others think that the government should spend more on punishment. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learining a foriegn language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The maps below show the center of a small town called Lslip as it is now, and plans for its development.
In recent years, economic growth has made some people richer in both developed and developing countries. While studies show that people in developing countries are happier now than before, people in developed countries are no happier than they were before. Why do you think this is and what lessons can be learned from it?
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls ok n separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken. Write a letter to the
shop manager. In your letter: • describe
the problem with the equipment • explain what happened when you
phoned the shop • say what you would like the manager to do Task 1 (general)
oung people are increasingly choosing to eliminate meat from their diets and become vegetarians. Do you think this is a good idea? Does it bring more benefits or drawbacks?
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to bee shared freely. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.
More and more people want to buy famous bands with clothes, cars and other items. What are the reasons? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
In some countries, small town-center shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
Some people think residents should keep their streets clean and tidy while others sy it is government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.