The reason that most individuals are in debts is due to the overuse as well as irresponsible use of credit cards. Banks should not issue credit cards unless they are completely sure of an individual’s ability to pay back their debits. To what extent do you agree with this?
Every country should have a free health service, even if this means that the latest medical treatments may not be available through the service because they are too expensive. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You are planning to spend a weekend at a hotel with your family. Write a letter to the hotel making the arrangements. Ask them the following:
when you want to arrive and leave
what type of rooms you would like and ask how much they will cost
you are interested to know about activities and places of interest near the hotel
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear
Many people believe that it is important to protect the environment, but they make no effort to protect it themselves. Why do you think it is the case? What actions do you think that individuals can do to protect the environment?
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 the past, people used to travel abroad to look for many differences from their home country. Nowadays, cities throughout the world are becoming more and more similar. What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Write an article, saying whether or not people should set personal goals, giving your views. Write about 120 to 160 words
In some countries, children under 16 years old are not allowed by law to leave school and get full time work. Is this a good or bad thing ? Discuss your 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. ( Truc Linh )
You are looking for a part-time job over the holiday period. In your local paper, you have seen an advertisement for a position in a bookshop.
Write a letter of application to the shop owner. In your letter
⚫ say why you are writing
⚫ say why you feel you are suitable for the position
say when you can attend an interview
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear
Modern technology in now very common in most workplaces. How do you thik this has changed the way we work? Do you think there are disadvantages to relying to much on technology?
A friend you made while you were studying abroad would like to spend a semester studying in your country. He/she has written to ask for your advice.Write a letter to this friend. In your letter•
describe why you think he/she will enjoy it•
explain why you recommend studying at your university•
give some advice about how to apply
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear
Because of improved technologies in communication and transport, people in some countries can now choose to live and work anywhere they want. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Your parents will be celebrating their 40th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. Write to your best friend, Joan, who is a professional event planner. In your letter:
•explain why the occasion is special
•ask for her assistance
•set up a time to meet at your friend's convenience to discuss your plans
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Joan,
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. Dinosaurs, dodos …) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening.
Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that salary is main aspect of job. But some people belive that salary is not main aspect. Give your opinion and with relevant examples and discuss both points
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall.
You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall.
Write a letter to the manager. In the letter:
describe what the group doesexplain why the group is good for the communitysuggest alternative days and times for practice
The top priority of businesses is making money,and they do not need to have social responbilities.To what extend do you agree or disagree?
In the future, nobody will buy printed nespapers 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?
You stayed in a hotel and forgot some of your belongings there. Write to the manager:
• Explaining your situation
• Describe what you left behind
• What do you want them to do about it.
Write at least 150 words
You do not need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follows
Dear….
our former boss has contacted you to offer you a position to help him start his new company.
Write a letter to your former boss. In your letter:
• Thank him for the job offering
• Decline his job offer and explain why.
• Show your appreciation and wish him well on his new project.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….,
Nowadays many people have an unhealthy diet and do not exercise regularly. What are the reasons behind this trend? How we can encourage these people to live a health life.
Some people believe that modern games do not develop skill in children.However traditional games developed skills in childhood.To what extent do you agree or disagree.
lt is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sport or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that апу child сап Ье taught to become а good sports person or musician. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays it is possible to use computers and mobile phones for automatic language translation, and there is no need for human translator and interpreters. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for goverments to make is a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
Children today spend too much time playing on screens and not enough time doing physical activity. We need to get rid of our children’s devices to avoid severe strains on our health system in the future. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Some people think that computers are more of a hindrance than a help in today’s society. Others belive that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The given two maps illustrate an industrial area in the town of Norbiton at present and its planned development for the future.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make.
Write a letter to the bank manager. In the letter:
• Introduce yourself.
• Explain that you did not buy the items listed. – I am on vacation
• Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem.- investigate the case/send revised credit card statemen
Some people think that the competitive sports have positive effects on the child’s education, while others argue it is not so. Advantages and disadvantages
Some countries invest more money to make it easier to use bicycles in cities. Why? Is it the best way to solve the transport problem? Write an essay with no less than 250 words.
Today, many people do not know their neighbours in large cities. BRITISH COUNCIL Candidate Name idp IELTS AUSTRALIA What problems does this cause? What can be done about this?
You have been offered a scholarship for obtaining a distance Master's degree through distance learning at a prestigious university. One of the requirements is to take a test on site once a month.
Write a letter to your current employer.In your letter:
• Share the news.
• Explain how this will be helpful.
• Ask for permission to be absent.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………..,
Some experts believe that when a country is rich, any additional increase in the economic wealth does not satisfy its citizen anymore. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make.
Write a letter to the bank manager. In the letter:
• Introduce yourself.
• Explain that you did not buy the items listed. – I am on vacation
• Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem.- investigate the case/send revised credit card statemen
More and more couples are deciding to be “child-free”, to have no children, in other words. Some people claim that those couples reach this conclusion through entirely selfish reason. While others think that they came to this decision through noble motives, such as concern about overpopulation and desire for independence. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ASs computers are being used more and more in education. There will be no role for teachers in the classroom. To what extent do you agree.
Nowadays, people are busy with work and do not have time to spend with family and friends. Why? What are the effects on families and society as a whole?
It is not appropriate to have pet dog in built up inner city. Do you agree or disagree?
When asked to choose betwee a life without work and working most of time, people would always choose not to work. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nowadays many people now have the freedom to work an live anywhere because of advances in communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Your local newspaper is offering an award for people who have helped the community. Write a letter to the newspaper editor. In your letter
suggest someone you think should receive the award
describe what the person does to help the community
suggest an award that would be appropriate for this person
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Some people believe that families of politicians should not be allowed to study or seek medical attention abroad. Do you agree or disagree?
A family member is coming to stay with you. He/she will be arriving by train in the morning, but you won’t be home until the evening.
Write a letter to your relative. In your letter:
explain arrangements you have made for them to have keys and get into the house
tell your relative how to get from the train station to your house
say when you will be home and suggest what you could do together that evening
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear…
Write at least 150 words.
In today's job market, qualifications do not matter. It is far more important to have good practical skills than a good theoretical knowledge of your field. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In the past, the role of teacher was to provide information. Today students have access to wide sources of information. There is , therefore, no role of teachers modern education. Do you agree or disagree?
The maps illustrate an industrial area in Norbiton in the present day compared with plans for future development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The map below show an industrial area in the town of Norbinton and planned future development of the site. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Write at least 150 words.
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
• provide information about yourself
• give details of your previous work experience
• say why the company should consider you for the job
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …,