in some countries , owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people why might this be the case? do you think this is a positive or negetive situation
Some pepole say that teenagers should work part-time and earn money. This way they will learn basic lessons about work and becom disciplined. Others argue that teenagers should not sacrifice their rest and after-school activities to work . Discusee both views and give your opinion.
learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. if these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. in your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? should we ensure the survival of local languages and, if so how? give reason for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
For many people, profession is the lifelong commitment. They start their carrier in one profession and stick to it through their life. For some others, there is no need to stick to one carrier or one profession. They even pursue multiple carriers at once. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
explain the problems you have had in contacting the company, and explain your dissatisfaction
describe the problems with the car
tell the manager what you want him to do
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The maps below show the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now, and plans for its development Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feature.
In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal fitness trainer, rather than playing sports or exercise class. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or a negative development?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have been invited to attend an interview for a place on a course of study at a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot go to the interview at the time they wish.
Write a letter to the admissions tutor. In your letter
explain why you cannot keep the appointment
apologise and offer to arrange a new appointment
ask how long the interview will be, and whether there will be any tests during it
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Discuss the effects of a criminal's right to a trial by jury. is this a positive or negative thing? How does this effect criminals and society?
You bought a new phone a week ago but when you got home you discovered it didn't work properly.You called customer service to report the problem but you have not yet received any help.
Write a letter to the store and in your letter.
•introduce yourself
•explain this problem
•and state what action you would like from store.
IN SOME COUNTRIES OWING THE HOME RATHER THEN RENTING ONE IS IMPORTANT ? WHYS MIGHT BE THE CASE DO YOU THINK IT IS A POSITIVE SIDE OR NEGATIVE.
Rich countries often give money to poorer countries,but it does not solve poverty. Thefore, developed countries should give other types of help to the poor countries rather than financial aid. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
the graph below shows the percentage change in the number of international studentsgraduating from universitiesin different Canada provinces between 2001 and 2006
Nowadays the way people interact with each other has changed because of technology. Has this become a positive or negative development ?
newspapers and television news programs do not effect most people therefore spending time on reading and watching Tv is a waste of time.to what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Write a letter to a friend who worked at your previous company. You have moved to a new job in a new city.
• describe your city
• describe your job
• describe the arrangements for him to visit you
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....,
Many people argue that museums and art galleries should present the nations art as opposed to art works from other countries. To what extent do u agree or disagree?
More and more people today want to own famous brands of clothes, cars and other items. What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people feel that the effects of advertising are positive for individuals and businesses, while others think they are negative. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance; for sports or music and others are not. However, it is sometimes clamined that any children can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The line graph depicts the percentage of adult people's transport preferences in Australia, the US, Canada, and New Zealand in 2000
Human society has made great technological progress in the last 100 years. Some people think this also has negative effects on our life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people think physical activity should be added as a part of the school curriculum, while others say it is not necessary. discuss both views and give your opinion
In their advertising, business nowadays usually emphasis that there products are new in someway Why is this? Do u think it is a positive or negative development
Nowadays, young people admire sports stars though they often do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
A friend from another country is moving to your city for work. He / she has asked you for advice about living in your city.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• suggest an interesting part of the city to live in
• describe the public transport in your city
• say how your friend can meet new people there
Around the world, people are now living longer than ever before in the past. Some say an ageing population creates problems for goverments. Others believe there are benefits to society having more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of possessing an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for your advice on wheter to to to college or to try to get a job.You think he/she should get a job.Write a letter to this friend.
In your letter:
•say why she will not erjoy going to college
•explain why getting a job is a good idea
•suggest the type of jon that would be suitable
Some people say that people need to do multiple jobs or one job. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows the number of tourists visiting a particular Carribean island between 2-10 and 2017. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many cities, problems related to overpopulation are becoming more common. Some governments are now encouraging business and individuals to move out of cities to rural areas. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays, shopping is the most common activity for some young people. Why is this so? Is it a positive or negative development?
Some employers offer their employees subsidised memberships to gyms and sports clubs, believing that this will make their staff healthier and more effective at work. Other employers see no benefit in doing so. Discuss both views, present your opinion.
Many parents today put pressure on their children to achieve great marks at school. Give the reasons why parents do this and do you think that this is a positive or negative development
The pie charts show the first place Germans and Nigerians go to in order to access the news in a typical week.
In many countries people increasingly talk about money (how much they earn or how much they pay for things in their daily conversations). Why? Is this a positive or negative development?
The internet allows us to stay connected with each other no matter where we are. On the other hand, it also isolates us and encourages people not to socialise. To what extent do you agree or disagree with these statements.
Advances in science and technology and other ares of the society in the last 100 years have transformed the way we live as well as postponing the day we die. There is no better time to be alive than now. Do you agree or disagree?
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their product are new in some way, Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
You are going to arrange a special party at your home next week. You want to invite a local artist who is a playback singer. Write a letter to him. In your letter explain the occasion to him , invite him to the party, tell him why you wnat him to perform.
Many companies sponser sports as a way of advertising themselves. Some people think this is good for the world of sports, while others think its is a negative. Discuss both views and give your opinion
People born in rural areas move to big cities when they become adult. What are the reasons for this? Is this positive trend or negative trend?
The graph below shows the number of inquiries received by the Tourist Information Office in one city over a six-month period in 2011.
The bar graph below shows the numbers of male and female research students studying six subjects in 2005.
The graph below shows the number of books bought from different sources in one European country since 2000 with a projection for 2012.Summarise the information by selection and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the total number of minutes (in billions) of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three categories, from 1995-2002. Summariset h e information by selecting andreporting the main features, and make comparisons whererelevant.
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compusory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Most agree that schools should be training children to recycle waste to preserve the Earth's natural resources. However, some believe that it is parents who should teach their children to recycle waste while others feel schools are more responsible. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The health benefits of physical exercise are well-known. Despites this, a lot of people do not exrcise regularly. What are the reasons for this? What could be done to encourage them to exercise more often?
"Write a letter to your neighbour to ask him/her to take care of your house while you are away for a week on holiday. Please say
•Explain where you are going and why.
• What do you need him/her to do?
• What should he/she do in case of emergency?"