Some people think that people moving to a new country should accept new cultureS in the foreign country. Others think that they should live as a separate minority group with different lifestyleS. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people focus on news in their country, while others think it is more important to be aware of international news. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Ordinary people try to copy famous personalities by seeing them on T.V and reading them on newspaper. What is the reason? Is it a good or bad idea.
Some people think that your community would be a good place to locate the university. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a new university in your community. Use specific details in your discussion.
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as cooperative skill. What are the causes and what you suggest to solve this problem?
In many places,new homes are needed,but the only space available for building them is in the country side. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. what is your opinion about this?
you read an article in a newspaper about a city and town.Some of the information in that article is wrong.Write a letter to the newspaper editions.
You are living in a Univercity residence , and you have problem with the high levels of noise from a new cafe which open is late at night. Write a letter to the governor of the university. In your letter.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received a letter from your bank, asking you to acknowledge receipt of a new bank card. However, the card was missing from the envelope.
Write a letter to the bank's head office. In your letter:
explain why you are writing
express concern about the missing card
ask them what they intend to do
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any address.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear __________
In my place, a new home are needed, but only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build a new home there. What is your opinion?
in the future, nobody will buy printed newspaper or books because thay will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
More and more people no longer read newspaper and watch TV to get information. Instead they use Internet to get actual news. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give your own opinions or relevant examples.
The majority of news is being reported bad news such as wars, famines, accidents, and crime. Why do you think that is? Do you think news should be balanced with good news and bad news?
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 developement?
The food industry is currently reaching to a new level, today, imported food is the top favored choice, however, some people think that eating it will bring back some drawbacks. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Question: you are due to start a new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems.
writ a letter to your employer. in your letter
--explain your situation
--describe your problems
--tell him/her when you think you can start
Most newspapers today publish more advertisements than concrete news, unlike in the past. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Media coverage of violent crime frightens people and encourages criminals. Therefore, some people believe this type of news should not be reported in newspapers or shown on TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people around the world use social media everyday to keep in touch with other people and get news events. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disavantages
Your local library is hiring a new staff member, and you are interested in applying for the position.
Write a letter to the library manager to apply for the job.
•explain why you are interested in working at the library
• describe your relevant qualifications and experience
•ask about the next steps in the hiring process
The chart illustrates the percentage of people using different media to access news in 2013, 2015, and 2017. Four types of media are compared: television, newspapers, radio, and the internet.
Some people believe that those moving abroad should try to adapt themselves to the new cultures. While some think that there is no need to do so. Discuss both view and give ur opinion.
Nowadays animal experiments are widely used to develop new medicines and to test the safety of other products. Some people argue that these experiments should be banned because it is morally wrong to cause animals to suffer, while others are in favour of them because of their benefits to humanity. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A friend has told you that he or she feels lonely in their new city away from their family. Write to your friend, and
•Explain why people can feel this way
•Give some ideas on how to solve the problem
• Ask your friend to contact you and tell you if this works
A friend has told you that he or she feels lonely in their new city away from their family. Write to your friend, and
• Explain why people can feel this way
• Give some ideas on how to solve the problem
• Ask your friend to contact you and tell you if this works
Some people think that newspapers are the best way to get news. However, others believe that they can get news better through another media. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
More and more information about the lives of celebrtites in newspaper, magazine, and online. What is this happening ? what are the disadvantages for the reading public ? Provide reasons for your answer. Include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
A significant change in education has led students around the world to obtain knowledge, either in the theoretical or the practical field. Generally speaking, many universities in the world have provided a good system in education with a purpose to improve the quality of education offered to their students. To make a good system to be more implemented, universities commonly give students the a time to gain experience in the practical field. The opportunity could be a program with the aim to encourage students in applying their theoretical knowledge in practice.
The need for a better progress for today and the future is one of the reasons many students are looking for well-known companies to do an internship. There are many efforts that must be done to get a good place to work. And, by this proces, students are often faced daunting proces for determining companies. There are many steps that they must be dealing with the selection process, it could be a long process of recruitment. The situation that students face will be more complicated when they must deal with the visa procedures in the country of destination.
The situation above is often experienced by students who are willing to do internship abroad. As the impact, the situation is successfully created demands on providing the service to those students. Many internship business providers were established to help and solve a long process of internship placement. The company has the sole purpose of providing a good placement for international and local students.
Students often feel reluctant to do internship since they are afraid of doing menial tasks. Those menial tasks such as making copies or making coffee are not able to fulfil their high expectation. Due to students’ expectation is not only about doing menial tasks, but they are also highly expected to have meaningful experiences which enable them to apply the hard and soft skill. Those experiences provide many opportunities for their future, real-world experiences, networking, time management, and career foundations.
To work in companies, students have experiences to work hands on with the real business. A good working place will provide an opportunity for students preparing for their priorities direction. Generally speaking, the people in companies will help interns by giving direction to their job. Students will receive guidance during their internship to achieve good performances. An Internship is a way to test drive jobs for students, whether they are able to pursue their goals or explore different career options.
Networking are often given by companies to students in order to gain new connections and learn how to communicate in a professional way. Many students expect this opportunity to explore their ability in communication as well as building companies’ connection. As students expect to meet business professionals in their field, networking is a proper place to practice their communication skill to bring positive impact to companies.
Time management will train students to be better at managing their self and for the company. They won’t be able to survive in the company if they do not have good time management. On the other side, they also must make all tasks is well organized, for examples finishing tasks on deadlines, handling phone calls or managing time to break or get permission. Students must notice how crucial time management in global business as it makes tasks become well organized.
They expect internship can be a career foundation for their future. They perceive that choosing the right path will help them to set up their career. Most students choose their internship based on the linearity of the interest and prospects. As a conclusion, students are willing to do the internship with the hope to improve their ability to work for their next step in life.
your local newspaper is holding a competition to find a person who has done the most to help the local community. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. in your letter
name and describe the person you think should win
say how you know this person
explain how this person has helped the local community
our English-speakng friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your friend. In your email recommmend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn Explainn how your friend could learn this sport Suggest that you both learn this sport together
Write a letter to an electronic company requesting information about their latest model of digital camera you have seen advertised. Ask about the following items
The price and availability of the new camera
The exact size and special functions the set have
The international tech company has placed an advertisement for the web developer in your local newspaper.
Write a letter applying for the position. In your letter,
1. explain what you are currently doing.
2. describe why you are suitable for this job.
3. explain when you are available to start.
You should write at least 150 words.
It has recently announced that a new restuarant may be built in your neighborhood: Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasona and detail to support your answer
Nowadays people use social media to keep in touch with others and be aware of news. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The internet has make many things in our lives simpler. However, it has also brought new threats. Do the advantages of using the internet outweigh the disadvantages?
You will move to a new city for work. You know people who live there.
In your letter,
.Ask them for help finding accommodation
.Tell them where you would like to live
.Tell them the type of place you are looking for
Write at least 150 words.
You do not need to write any addresses:
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir ______,
The graph below shows the number of shops that closed and the number of new shops that opened in one country between 2011 and 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
1. You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter
o explain why you changed jobs –
o describe your new job –
o tell him/her your other news –
the chart below showa the changes that took place in three different areas of crime in Newport city cetre from 2003-2012.
Some argue that technological advancements have led to a decline in traditional skills and crafts. Others believe that technology has actually preserved and even enhanced these skills through new avenues of learning and distribution. Discuss both views and give your own opinion on the impact of technology on traditional skills and crafts.
MANY CITIES CONTAIN OLD PUBLIC BUILDINGS,SUCH AS TOWN HALLS ANFF ART GALLERIES,WHICH ARE EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR.SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT GOVERNMENTS SHOULD REPLACE THESE BUILDINGS WITH NEWS ONES.OTHER PEOPLE THINK THAT IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE OLD BUIldings discuss both these views and give your own opinion
You have recently moved to a new city.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter
Explain why you moved
Describe your new city
Tell him/her other news
Began your letter as: Dear…
Some people feel that it is necessary to test new medicines on animals, while other people feel that this is not fair on animals and not necessary. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many old buildings protected by law are part of a nation’s history. Some people think they should be knocked down and replaced by news ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people suggest that international news should study as a subject in secondary school . However,others say that it will be a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both views and give your opinoin.
You had a good meal in a local trestaurant with your family. Write a letter to the newspaper to tell them about it, describe the meal you had, and why you think the restaurant is worth visiting.
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 want to rent out a small apartment to a family, and you have decided to advertise it.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper asking to advertise your ad on the front page of the newspaper. In your letter,
give details of the ad that you want to publish
mention that you want the ad to be published on the front page
say how you would like to pay for the advertisement
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
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 have seen a job advertised in the newspaper. You want to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the manager of the company. In your letter
Some people think secondary school students should study international news as one of their subjects. Other people say this is a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both side of views and give your opinion.