The map below is of the town of Canterbury. A new school (S) is planned for the area. The map shows two possible sites for the school. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. N University Countryside 5km to Sturry (Population: 7,000) Housing S1 Town Centre S2 7km to Chartham (Population: 4,500) CANTERBURY Countryside ITown Centre (no traffic zone) Housing University Main roads
Some says that news has no connection with most people’s life and it is waste of time for most of us to read newspapers and watch television news programs. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say when you move to a new country, you have to learn the language and culture of that country. Others say it is better to stick to your old traditions. Discuss both opinions and state yours.
Some people think that news has no connection with people’s lives; so it is a waste of time to read newspapers and watch television news programmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
There are more new towns being built nowadays. It is more important to include public parks and sports facilities than shopping centres for individuals to spend their free time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You are organising a trip to the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales for a group of students from Perth in Western Australia. Write to the manager of Student Hostel Services and explain when you want to visit the Snowy Mountains, how long you will stay, how many students are in your party, and what accommodation you will reuire.
Many people choose to travel abroad to learn a foreign language instead of studying in their home town. Do the advantages of learning a new language in this way outweigh the disadvantages?
In many country, women are allowed to take maternity leave during the first month after birth of the newborn. Do you think that the advantages of the maternity leave outweigh its disadvantages?
You regularly attend meetings where many people who belong to different countries take part. You have met people of a large number of countriesand have had a wide experience of them.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper. In your letter
· Why you attend such meetings
· What activities are being done in such meetings
· How this information can be useful to the people of your country
People no longer use newspapers and television because the internet plays the same role as them. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The civic centre will be planned to change. There are two maps: one is the existing and the other is the plan for new. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and compare the two maps.
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?Write 250 words within no more than 40 minutes.
In many organizations old people are getting neglected at work because of new young talented individuals. What are the problems and possible solutions for this problem
You 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. In your letter:
explain the important event;
apologise for the situation;
suggest a new arrangement.
The chart below shows the percentage of people accessing news via different media in one country in 2013, 2015 and 2017. Summate the informa in te seeting and reporting the main features
News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to write in newspapers.what factors influnce these decision? do you think we become used to bad news? should more good news be reported
Some people say that advertisement encourages us to buy things we really do not need. Other say that advertisement tells us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoints do you agvreee with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
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.
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You've got a new job in Germany and want to improve your German. A friend of yours also went to language school last year to study German.
Write a letter to your friend asking them about their experience. In your letter
⚫ give your friend your news
⚫ ask them if they would recommend the school
invite them to Germany
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Write a letter o new our for the noise happened at your house flat.
In a new town, parks and sports center are more important than a shopping center. Do you agree or disagree
A friend from another country is moving to your city for work. He/she has asked you for advice living in your city.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
. suggest an interesting parts of the city to live in
. describe the public transport in your city
. say how your friend can meet new people there
You have applied for a job recently and have got a letter that your candidacy has been confirmed. You are expected to start on April 17, but you will not be available on that date.
Write a letter to your new boss. In your letter:
explain your situation
expressing your concern
suggest a solution
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear sir or Madam,
You have unexpectedly come into a large sum of money and you want to share this good news
with your friend.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
● explain where the money came from
● say what you intend to do with the money
● invite your friend to celebrate your good fortune.
In a number of countries, some people think it is necesarry to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both views.
Newspapers are the best method for reading the news . To what extent do you agree with this statement ?
You recently subscribed to a new magazine. A representative of the magazine has asked you to give some feedback on their magazine. Write a letter to the romenative of the magazine that includes the following information:
details of why you bought the magazine
what you liked about the latest edition
any improvements you would recommend
You have lost your student identification card. This has caused some problems for you. Write a letter to the director of student services. In your letter,
-advise them of your situation
-explain how it is affecting you
-request a new card
The graph below gives information about changes in the birth and death rates in New Zeland between 1901 and 2101
In their advertising ,business nowadays usually emphasize that their products are new in some way。Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Recently you saw an article in a newspaper/journal about a city/town you know and some of the information in the article was incorrect. Write a letter to the editor regarding this.
In your letter, you should tell:
•how you know about this city/town
•what information was incorrect
•what the editor should do about this.
The pie charts below show the online shopping sales for retail sectors in new Zeland in 2003 and 2013.
Some people think that the news media nowadays have influenced people‘s lives in negative ways. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries around the world governments are investigating in new technology to deal wih the public. Why is this happening? Do you think is an appropriate use of government money?
Informing an Airline.
Last Tuesday you flew from New York to Paris. When you arrived home, you discovered that you had left your cabin bag on the plane. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter, you should explain:
•where and when you lost your bag
•what your bag looks like
•what its contents were
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The pie charts below show the percentage of online retail sales for different sectors in New Zealand in 2003 and 2013. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people support to invent a new language that can be used for internation communication. Do you think benefit outweigh the problems ?
Some people think it would be beneficial for school children to study international news as a school subject, while others argue it would be a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Band 8 IELTS Essay Sample | News stories on TV and in newspapers are very often accompanied by pictures. Some people say that these pictures are more effective than words. What is your opinion about this?
the chart below shoes yje changes that took place in three different areas of crime in newport city center from 2003 to 2012
more and more people no longer read newspaper or watch TV programme to get news. They get news about the world through the internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
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? Brand Recall, Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have recently moved to a new country and have developed a strong interest in art and culture. You have decided to visit a local cultural center to take advantage of its facilities and classes.
Write a letter to the manager of the cultural center. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and explain briefly why you are interested in their cultural center.
Describe the types of activities you are interested in and what specifically attracts you to their center.
Request information on how to register for classes and the schedule of activities.
Below is a map of the city of Brandfield. City planners have decided to build a new shopping mall for the area, and two sites, S1 and S2 have been proposed. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
A company has announced that it wishes to build a large factory near your community. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this new influence on your community. Do you support or oppose the factory? Explain your position.
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 features, and make comparisons where relevant. Islip town centre now Countryside Shops Main road Shops Housing E Park School Housing Islip town centre: planned development W E Dual-» carriageway Bus Shopping Car station centre park Pedestrians only Shops Housing New housing New housing Park School Housing PA
Recently you saw an article in a newspaper/journal about city/town you know and some of the information in the artice was incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor regarding this.
In your letter, you should tell:
- how you know about this city/town
- what information was incorrect
- what the editior should do about this
You are due to start a new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems.
write a letter to your new employer
You recently moved to a new house and you want to invite a close friend to stay with you. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
invite him to stay and suggest a date
briefly describe the new house and garden
say why you like your new house.
you have decided to leave your currer job and look for a new one .
Write a letter to a friend . In your letter explain
Why you want to leave your current job
describe what kind of job you are looking for
ask for some help or advice