You recently completed a course and youu borrowed a book from your teacher which you couldn't return in time. You would like to return the book now. Write a letter to your teacher and say:
What book it was.
How helpful was the book?
Explain why you couldn't return it in time.
In some societies, more and more people choose to live on their own. What are the reasons people choose to do this? Is it a positive or negative trend?
Some people believe that life in a big city is difficult while others say that it is more convenient.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best way to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe that spending a lot of money on celebrations (birthdays/weddings) is a waste of money. Others believe that it is important for the individuals and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have a problem with a neighbour.
Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter
•describe the problem
•say how long it has been a problem
•explain what action you want the neighbour to take
There is an increase in the number of people who favour digital stars like Miku or Teto. What are the causes? Is it positive or negative?
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it. Discuss both view and give you own opinion
Some people believe that the purpose of education is to make people useful to society .Others believe it is to prepare them to achieve their ambitions . Discuss bothe views and give your opinion.
Some people think students should learn how to cook at school. Others believe it is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? and do you thinkg it is a positive or negative development?
-Some parents believe that learning mathematics at school is redundant and should not be taught while others believe that it should remain a foundational subject whether or not it is used later in life. Discuss both views.
You bought a TV a week ago but you got home you discovered it did not work properly, You called the costumer service to report the problem but you have not received yet any help.
Write a letter to the company and in your letter:
• introduce yourself
• explain the problem
• and state what action you would like from company.
The plans below the layout of a university's sports center now, and how it will look after redevelopment. Summarize the inofrmation by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Should the government support artists such as musicians, painters and writers? Is it economically beneficial or it is just wastage of money? Why or why not
Describe a career that requires a lot of hard work, but is rewarding in the end. What is the job, and why is it rewarding despite the challenges? Give specific details to support your answer.
In many parts of the world, it is common for one parent to stay at home and raise a new born child while the other works full-time to earn money. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
Some people think it would be better for large companies and industries to move to regional areas outside large urban centers. Do you think the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
People find it very difficult to speak in public or to give a presentation before an audience. Do you think public speaking skill is really very important? Give reasons. Some people say that public speaking should be taught at school. Do you agree or disagree?
A friend told you recently that he/she had gone to an excellent restaurant. You wonder if this restaurant will be suitable for your birthday party next week.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•tell your friend about your planned party
•ask what the restaurant is called and for directions to get there
•ask what kind of food it serves and if your friend has any particular recommendations from the menu
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to the Ashdown museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The chart shows the results of a survey asking visitors how satisfied they are with their visit during the same two periods.
There is now a shortage of physicians and teachers in job within the excess of those who work in IT fields. What are the reasons and to what consequences this development can lead us?
You recently went to see a good play at a theatre, but you did not enjoy it because of some problems in the theatre.
Write a letter to the manager of the theatre. In your letter:
say which play you saw and when
describe the problems you experienced in the theatre
suggest what the manager should do
With the urban population growing, more and more people live in a home with small or no outdoor areas. Is it a positive or negative development?
“Prevention is better than the cure.” Researching and treating disease is too costly and so it would be better to invest in preventative measures.
To what extend do you agree?
Some people think that it is good for spending money on finding life on other planets, while others believe it is a waste and governments should focus on problems on the earth. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Art is considered an important part of a society as well as an expression of its culture. Do you think it is important for children to be taught art? Do you think children should be encouraged to focus on art rather than other subjects?
Some people think that the media (newspapers) have the right to publish details of people’s private lives, while others think it should be controlled. Discuss both views.
nowadays it is possible to move ocean creatures from their natural habitat at sea and have them relocated to marine parks for the purpose of education and entertainment. Do you think advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railwaw lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You rented a car from Car Rental Company. The air conditioner has stopped working. You phoned the company a week ago but it still has not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter
– introduce yourself
– explain the situation
– say what action you would like the company to takeDear
You have lost an item of value on a train. Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter • describe the item. Explain where and when you left it Say what action you would like the company to take Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
News media is important in our society. Why is it so important? Do you think its influence is generally positive or negative?
In many countries people are living in a throw away society where things are used for a short time and throw away. what are the causes of this and what problems does it lead to
Smoked foods are popular worldwide because of their special flavour and their long life. The diagram below shows the structure of a home smokery and how it is used. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where revelant. Nhi
“Some people say that in our modern age, it is unnecessary to teach children about the skills of handwriting.” To what extend do you agree or disagree?
It is inevitable that as the Covid-19 is spreading, it will become a part of human life in the coming years. It seems that we have to learn to boost our immunity both physically and psychologically to survive under such a critical situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Societies would benefit from a ban on all forms of advertising because it serves no useful purpose, and can even be damaging. Do you agree or disagree?
Students from rural areas often find it difficult to access university education. Some people think that it should become easier for them to study at universities. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
n some countries, parents expect children to spend a long time studying after school and have less free time. Do you think it has positive or negative effects on children and the society that they live in?
news editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. what factors do you think influence these decision? do we become used to bad news, and would it better if more good news was reported?
Some people think that air travel should be restricted because it causes environment pollution. How far do you agree or disagree?
Some people think it is better to choose friends who always have the same opinion as them . other people believe it is good to have friends who sometimes diasgree with them.Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Many parents think that it is good to teach children about the value of money .Why do you think it is important to teach them the value of money? In what ways can you help children learn the value of money?
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. Is It sometimes necessary and right for a government to control the population in this way? Do you agree or disagree with this policy?
Computers and modems have made it possible for office workers to do much of their work from home instead of working in offices every day. But still some people prefer to work in offices. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain shop. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and still, it is not ready.
Write a letter to the shop to complain about it. In your letter,
explain what has happened
how you feel about it
ask them to repair the radio soon or supply you with a new radio
You should write at least 150 words.
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.
write Problem/Solution paragraphs. You should link the problems with the solution. (200-250 words) 1) The internet has transformed the way information is shared and consumed, but it has also created problems that did not exist before. What are the most serious problems associated with the internet and what solutions can you suggest?
There are more new towns being built nowadays. It is more important to include public parks and sports facilities than shopping centres for individuals to spend their free time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?