The restoration of old buildings in major cities throughout the world involves enormous expenditure. This money would bring more benefits if it was used to provide new housing and road development. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
n their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasize that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a campus holiday for the first time this summer. He / She has asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
- describe some possible disadvantages
- say whether you would like to camping with your friend this summer
Write at least 150 words.
You do not need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follow:
Dear….,
The graph and table below show the average monthly temperatures and the average number of sunshine hours per year in three major city Summarise the information by selectin g and reporting the main features and make comparis ons where relev ant.
Some people believe that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communications has had a negative effect on young people's reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people think that there are more advantages to have no children, while some people think that having a child is necessary. State your opinion.
“By definition, charity is generosity in offering money, food, and help to the needy. To some people, such kindness should be boundless, others argue for a limit to it.” Which opinion do you support? In about 300 words, present your arguments.
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a results od eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for government to impose a higher tax on this kind of food
In many cities there is little control on the design and the construction of new homes and office building, people can build houses in their own style . What are the advantages and disadvantages of this situation ?
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 think a job not only provides income but also a social life. Others think it is better to develope a social life with people you do not working with. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Computers can translate all kinds of language well, so our children needn’t learn more languages in the future. What is your opinion about this idea ?
Nowadays young people know less about traditionas and culture than in the past.what are the reasons for it?is this a positive development or a negative development.
Some people think the advertisement has positive economic effects, while others think it has social impacts because individuals are not satisfied with who they are and what they have. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It is important for children to learn the differance between right or wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them with this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion. What sort of punishment should parents and teaechers be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
An increasing number of people are now using dating sites to meet their better halves. Do you think that this tendency helps people to socialize or does more harm than good?
You have arranged to visit a friend in England but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.
-Write a letter to your friend.
You have been offered a job that will require you to move to a city that you have never visited before. You have an acquaintance that lives there. Write a letter to the acquaintance. In your letter
• explain your situation
• say why you feel unsure about living in the city
• ask some questions about life in the city
Write a minimum of 250 words. The threat of nuclear weapons maintains world peace. Nuclear power provides cheap and clean energy. The benefits of nuclear technology far outweigh the disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
You have applied for a position in an international organisation and you need to provide a reference letter. Write a letter to your former teacher asking hin/her to write it for you.
Give your full detail
describe a job you are going to do their
Say why its impotant to you.
Some peopl say that we do not need printed newspaper any more. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
These days more fathers stay at home and take care of their children while mothers go out to work. What could be the reason for this? Do you think it is a positive or a negative development?
You have read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centers in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter:
Say which points in the article you agree with
Explain ways in which your town center is different from most other town cities
Offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
An English-speaking friend wants to spend a two-week holiday in your region and has written asking for information and advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
offer to find somewhere to stay
give advice about what to do
give information about what clothes to bring
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
SCHOOL TEACHERS USED TO BE THE SOURCE OF INFORMATION. HOWEVER, SOME PEOPLE ARUE THAT TEACHERS ARE NOT AS IMPORTANT AS BEFORE AS THE INCREASING VARIETY OF INFORMATION RESOURCES. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. He suggested you should contact him for a possible job opportunity. Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter:
* remind him when and where you met
* tell him what kind of job you are interested in
* say why you think you would be suitable for this job
Some universities offer online courses as an alternaive to classes delivered on campus. Do you think this is a ppositive or negative development?
Write a letter to an accommodation agency for change in your accommodations (150 words) - explain your past requirements - why do you want to change your current accommodations - what are your requirements for the new accommodations
Fast food is becoming a part of live everywhere , negatively affecting our lifestyles and diets . To what extend do you agree or disagree ?
This graph illustrates the proportion of tourists on Caribbean island from 2010 to 2017. Overall, It is clear that the total number of visitors increased constantly over the eight-year period. In addition, the number of cruise ship travellers showed dynamic changes compared to other ones. In terms of those who stayed on cruise ships and island began at around 0.75 and 0.25 million respectively. From 2010 to 2011 vacationers staying on cruise ships increased by nearly 0.25 million, while people who stayed on the island remained unchanged. Between 2015 and 2016, the number of people visiting on island overtook those people staying on cruise ships. Throughout the entire period, although the total number of tourists began at 1million, it went up by 2.5 million, resulting in this proportion reached the peak of 3.5 million. Moreover, travellers spending time on the island showed increasing annual figures, and after 2012, those people went up to 2 million in 2017.
In a number of countries some people think it is necessary to spend large sum of money on constructing new Railways land for very fast trains between cities. Others believe that money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both the views.
Few individuals have opinion that it is not important for adults to gain knowledge in class and self study is the better way for them to study more efficiently. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people say that sport is very important for a nation's development, while others believe that sport is no more than a leisure time activity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
An increasing number of people are now using the Internet to meet new people and socialize. Some people think this has brought people closer together, while others think people are becoming more isolated. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Huy Tran
Some people says that advertising encourages us to buy things that we already do not need. Other says that advertisment tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
You have an appointment with the bank and now you realized that you can't make it for that. Write a letter to the manager.
Some people argue that mass media only brings negative effects to society and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the number of shops that closed and the number of new shops that opened in оnе country between 2011 and 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
mo? re and more people prefer to read ebooks rather than paper books nowdays. what are he reasons for this ?what problems this can cause for libraries?
The use of cell phones (mobile phones) has increased rapidly in the twenty-first century. Additionally, cell phones can now be used for may purposes besides making phones calls. What are the advantages and disadvantages of cell phones? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Fossil fuel, such as coal, oil and natural gas, is extensively used in many countries which cause harm to the environment. The use of alternative sources of energy, including wind and solar power, however, is being encouraged in many countries. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people see shopping as a leisure activity primarily for young adults, while others disagree. Do you think this has a positive or negative effect on economic development? Give your opinion and include relevant examples.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now `one big traffic jam`. How true do you think this statment is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
Some people think that secondary/high school students should study literature (e.g. novels, plays, poetry) only from their own country. Others say it is more important for students to study literature from all over the world. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Your employer has recently allowed some employees to work remotely from home. You would also like to work from home.
Write a letter to the HR manager for permission to work from home for the next six months. In your letter,
mention why you are writing
explain why you would like to work from home
say how this can benefit you and the company
Write a letter to your neighbor in response to complaint received regarding noise coming out of your home
Many feel that going to the gym is the best way to stay fit. Others think there are more effective methods. Discuss both news and give your own opinion.
Some people think history has little or nothing to offer, while others say the study of the past helps us understand the present. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe that religion is not a good thing, others say it is. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
The main purpose of public librabries is to provide books and they should not waste their limited resources and space on providing expensive hi-tech media such as computer software, videos and DVDs. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.