Nowadays, people use social media to keep up with the news. Why do they do this? Do you think this is a positive or a negative trend?
Some people make new friends on social sites and Internet chat rooms.Some people think it is a good thing .Some people think it is better to make friends face to face.Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people say that instead of seeing the internet as a way of opening up new possibilities worldwide, we should be concerned about the effect this is having on social interaction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
You applied for a new passport, and it got delayed.
Due to this delay, you missed your (study) intake.
You are very disappointed over this delay. Write a letter to Regional Passport Office for the same. In your letter • introduce yourself • describe what happened and how you are at loss • s say what you wantthe officer to do
TOPIC 12: Some businesses find that new employees finishing education lack basic interpersonal ability such as working with others as a part of a team. What do you think are the causes of this problem? How to solve this problem?
The two line graphs below show New Zealand import figures from Australia and Japan in the years 1994 - 2004. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should New Zealand Imports from Australia New Zealand Imports from Japan
Some say that reading newspapers and watching TV news is a waste of time , because it has no direct connection with people's lives . To what extent do you agree or disagree ? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience .
Some people are making new friends by using socializing network websites and internet chat rooms.Some people say that this is a good thing.Others say that people should make new friends by face to face chat. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think immigrants should accept the new culture as their own. Others believe that they should keep their own culture. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You are moving home. Write a letter to your neighbors to say goodbye to them and to thank for their help during your stay.
In your letter
explain how they helped you
say what you will miss the most about the area where you lived
invite them to visit you at your new home
In their advertisings, business nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
You have been living in a rental apartment for the past year. Recently, a new neighbour Mr.Jackson moved in who has loud parties several times a week. You have spoken to Mr.Jackson but are not very close friends
Write a letter to Mr.Jackson. In your letter:
•Explain the situation
•Describe why it bothers you
•Suggest a solution
In their advertising, business nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in someway. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
You live in a room in a college where you share with another student. You find it very difficult to work there because your roommate always has friends visiting. He/She has parties in the room and sometimes borrows your things without asking you.
Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college and ask for a new room next term. You would prefer a single room.
Explain your reasons.
Some think that the new public building constructions such as museums, town halls or sporting facilities is more important than renovation of the existing ones, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have recently visited a building which is of historical importance and came to know that it's in bad condition. Write a letter to local newspaper office. Which building it is? What are the problems? What do you expect them to do?
In their advertising businesses now adays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way Why is this ? do you think it is a positive or negative development
You recently heard about some new jobs at a local department store. You would like to work there. Write a letter to the store manager of the department store. In your letter,
● explain how you heard about the job.
● describe the kind of job you would like to have
● give details of your experience and qualifications
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which cleans the town centres 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 are agree with.
* explain ways in which your town center is different from most other town centers.
* offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article.
Write not less than 150 words
Due to increasing world demandings for oil and gas energy, people need to look for a new sources of energy in remote and untouched natural places. DO advantages of locating these sources outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that to give opportunities to the new generation companies should encourage high level employees who are older than 55 to retire. Do you agree or disagree?
Crimes and other kinds of information on TV and newspaper have bad consequences. This kind of information should be restricted to be shown in the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement.
In their advertising business nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some believe that secondary school children should study international news like other subjects in school, while others believe that this is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that old buildings should be protected, while others believe that they should be replaced by newer buildings. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. (appears most years in the test)
You saw an advert in the newspaper asking for volunteers to help run a charity event. Write a letter of application to the organisers. In your letter:
Explain why you are interest in helping
Give details suitable past experience
Suggest ways you might help with the event
Some people say that travelling to a country is necessary if one wants to become familiar with a new culture. Others, however, feel that technology gives us enough tools to make travel unnecessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the changes that took place in three different areas of crime in Newport city centre from 2003-2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Kassiyet
You recently saw an advertisement in a newspaper seeking volunteers to do unpaid work with local children. You are interested in this work. Write a letter to the head of the organization. In your letter
– express your interest
– ask for details of the work that needs to be done
– let them know when you are available.
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres 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 centre is differrent from most other town centres
offer to give a guided tour your town to the writer of the article.
Write at least 150 words.
Some people say the fashion industry is bad for the environment, as it encourages consumers to buy new clothes all the time. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You recently spent a weekend with your friend in her/his new house. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter, you should:
•explain what you like about his new house
• describe what you enjoyed most about your stay
• suggest when and where you could meet next
Your new neighbours have recently invited you to a party they are holding next Saturday. However, you have other plans on Saturday evening and cannot attend the party.
Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter:
• Thank them for the invitation
• Mention what plans you already have
• Suggest when you can meet them
You recently moved to a new neighborhood and want to introduce yourself to your neighbor. Write a letter to your neighbor. In your letter:
Explain who you are and why you are writing.
Describe your family and interests.
Offer to meet them in person to get acquainted.
You have recently moved to a new neighbourhood and would like to join a sports centre there. You have found a private sports club.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter,
introduce yourself
say why are you interested in this sports club
ask some questions about the club e.g facilities, membership, costs etc.
In many countries, people do not recycle waste materials, such as bottles and newspapers. What are the reasons for this? What could be done to solve this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some business find that their new employees lack in basic interpersonal skills such as the lack of ability to work with colleagues as a team. What are the causes and suggest possible solutions? Also provide relevant examples from your experience.
You saw an advert in the newspaper asking for volunteers to help run a chartiy event
Write a letter of application to the organizers. In your letter:
Explain why you are interested in helpin
Give details of suitable past experience
suggest ways you might help with the event.
7.Some people think visual images (like photographs and videos) can tell information more accurately in a newsstory, while others think they cannot represent the full story. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Write an essay with no less than 250 words.
Traditional food is undergoing great changes and being replaced by new diets. What do you think are the reasons and what do you think about this phenomenon?
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 .....,
You successfully passed a job interview. You are expected to start on November 15, but you will not be available on that date.
Task: Write a letter to your new boss, explaining your situation, expressing your concern and suggesting a solution.
You are living in a University residence, and you have a problem with the high levels of noise from a new campus restaurant which is open until midnight.
Write a letter to the governor of the University. In your letter,
• complain about the situation
• say why this is a problem
• and propose ways to reduce the noise
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books becuse they will be able to read everything they want online without paying To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statment?
Modern building change the character and appearance of towns and cities. The government should insist that new buildings be built in traditional styles to protect cultural identity. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart illustrates the percentage change in average house prices in New York, Madrid, Tokyo, Frankfurt and London by compared the average house prices in 1990 to 1995 and 1996 to 2002 with the average house prices in 1989.
In some cities, there is less control over the design and construction of new homes and office buildings. People can build in whatever style they like. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. What factors do you think influcence these decisions? Do we become used to bad news, and would it be better if more good news was reported?
In developing countries, some people think governments should introduce new technology for people in order to improve the quality of life, while others believe governments should offer free education. Discuss both views and give your opinion?