Some people feel that cities should allow for spaces for graffiti while others feel it should be banned. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion. lisa
The table below shows the results of surveys of people in the UK, carried out in 3 different decades. It shows the percentages of people who said they were interested in certain sports
“Prison is the only truly effective form of punishment, because it separates criminals from society.” To what extent do you support this view? You should give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience.
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?
Some people believe that there should be a fixed punishment for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivating of committing it should always be taken account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both of these views and give your opinion.
“Prison is the only truly effective form of punishment, because it separates criminals from society.” To what extent do you support this view? You should give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Write a letter to a television company congratulating them on TV program that you have recently seen. Write a letter to the television company. In your letter
-Mention when and why you watched it
-Say why you liked it so much
-What effect it might have on other people.
Some people think that the media (newspapers) have the right to publish details of people’s private life, while other’s think it should be controlled ? Discuss both views
Healthcare should always be funded by governments, and it should be always be free for people to use. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this idea?
Some people believe that capital punishment should not be used. Others, however, argue that it should be allowed for the most serious crimes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important for children's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high school. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people says we should use free space in town and city for plantation a d some says that it should be used for construction. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that because the Internet makes it so easy for children to access facts, schools should not focus on teaching facts. Instead, they should focus on developing children’s skills and potential, and their relationships with other people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Many people believe that the rapid advancement of technology is causing more problems than it solves. Discuss the causes of this issue and suggest solutions
Some countries are reconsidering the use of the death penalty for serious crimes. While proponents argue it serves as a deterrent and promotes justice, opponents highlight its potential for human rights violations and wrongful convictions. Do you think the benefits of the death penalty outweigh the drawbacks?
You rent a house through an agency. The heating system has stopped working. You phoned the agency a week ago but it still has not been repaired.
write a letter to agency. Explain the situation and tell them what you want them to do about it.
Every country should produce enough of everything that the country needs so it should not rely on imports. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Some people think that public art should be funded by governments, while others believe that it should be funded by other sources. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that formal education should start for children as early as posssible,while others think that it should not start until 7 years of age. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishment for each type of crime. Others argue that the circumstances of an individual’s crimes and the motivation for committing it should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both views, give your opinions.
Many people believe that in order to have clean and tidy streets in their neighborhood, this should be the residents' responsibility, while others think that it should be the governments' duty. what is your opinion?
Using computers for a long time may have a lot of negative effects on children so it should be restricted. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Your friend is about to celebrate a landmark birthday and would welcome suggestions as to how it should be celebrated.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• say what type of party should be held e.g. themed, fancy dress, black tie event
• suggest a suitable venue
• make recommendations as to entertainment e.g. DJ, jazz band
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear...,
In the future, it seems it will be more difficult to live on the Earth. Some people think more money should be spent on researching other planets to live, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some parents believe that learning mathematics at school is reductant 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 sides.
The table below shows the results of a survey of first-year students taking various courses at a particular university. It shows how many of the students considered various aspects of their course 'very good'. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, as important to a child's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it should be compulsory for people to retake their driving test every 5 what are the advantages and disadvantages of doing this?
The government should stop spending money on restoration of old buildings. Instead, it should build more houses and improve roads. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
You bought a new HD television last week. At first it seemed to work perfectly but after a few hours a line appeared accross the TV and the sound seemed a little strange. You cannot take the TV back to the shop so you devide to write to them. Write a letter of complaint to the shop. In your letter:
- give them the background information
- described the problem
- ask them to resolve the issue.
Write a letter to a friend to inform him/her about a job opening in your company. Describe the job;
1) write about the job.
2) How is it suitable for your friend?
3) How to apply for the job.
Your city council is planning to pull down one of the historic buildings in your town because they do not have funds to renovate it. As a citizen, you do not want it to happen.
Write a letter to the city council. In your letter,
say what the importance of this historic building is
mention why it should be renovated rather than pull down
suggest a plan to raise funds and maintain the building in the future
Some people say that industrial growth is necessary to solve poverty. But some other people argue that industrial growth is creating environmental problems and it should be stopped. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Art classess, such as paiting and drawing, are as important to a child's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, there is a growing tendency that many museums and historical sites are mainly visited by tourists from other regions of the country and from abroad. It seems that they’re less attractive for local dwellers. Why is this the case? What can be done to attract local people? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
(PTV)Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important to a child's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that industries growth is necessary to solve poverty, but some other people argue that industrial growth is creating environmental problems and it should be stopped. Discuss both perspectives and give your opinion?
You recently bought a new computer for your job in the office. There is a problem with the internet connection to your computer.
Write a letter to the IT support manager. In your letter:
· Explain the details of your computer
· Describe the problem that you have
· Ask for help to solve this problem
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.
The use of corporal punishment (physically hitting students) in schools is in decline, yet it should be used to improve behaviour. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Ant classes, such as painting and drawing, as important to as development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree??
Some people think that media have the right to publish details of people's private lives, while others think it should be controlled. Discuss both views.
The society would benefit from a ban of all forms of advertising because it serves no useful purposes and can even be damaging. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Some people soy thol industrial growth is necessory to solve poverty, but some other people orgue that industrial growth is causing environmental problems and it should be stopped. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Schools have a limited amount of money to spend.some people suggest that it should be spend on good teachers,while others say it should be spent for buying equipment like computers. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Some people feel that cities should allow space for spaces for graffiti while others feel it should be banned. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Testing on animals is common practice for products such as cosmetics or drugs. Some people regard testing on animals as completely wrong and inhumane and they believe it should not be allowed. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In the future, it seems more difficult to live on the Earth. Some people think more money should be spent on researching other planet to live, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently bought some new furniture for your living room online. You wrer told that it would be delivered within five working days, but it has been been two weeks and it still has not arrived. You phoned the shop but no action was taken. Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter explain that the furniture has not arrived and describe what happened when you phoned the shop
say what you would like the manager to do.
The sports center that you regularly visit has a problem with some of its equipment. Write a letter to the center manager.
In your letter
•tell them about the problem;
•describe how it has affected you;
•explain why it should be fixed soon.