Nowadays,many business and training programmes are happening online and not in real offices .do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages
Under British and Australian laws a jury in a criminal case has no access toinformation about the defendant's past criminal record. This protects theperson who is being accused of the crime.Some lawyers have suggested that this practice should be changed and that ajury should be given all the past facts before they reach their decision aboutthe case.Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that some purchase product base on their needs not kn advertisement. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The map below show the centre of a small town 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.
Competition between older and younger people. Nowadays more and more people who need employment have to compete with younger people for the same jobs. What problems does this cause? What are the solutions?
Some people believe that the government should not invest in the development of art and instead, invest in other fields such as medicine and science. Which field do you think the government should invest in?
Rising University fees and scarce employment prospects for graduates have led some people to say that universities should not teach arts subjects like philosophy and history, and only practical degree courses that maximize chance of employment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the modern world, it is no longer necessary to use animal as food or to use animal products for, for example, clothing and medicines. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
With the rise of e-books come the decline in paper books. Some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people hesitate between getting a job and starting their own business. While the idea of not having a boss and working on one's own schedule may sound tempting, financial risks and stress sometimes outweigh these advantages”. In your opinion what are the pros and cons of working in a company.
Some people consider that school education should be concentrated on academic subjects, which would be helpful for their future careers, and subjects like music and sport are not useful. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
There is a lot of pressure on young people today to succeed academically. As a result, some people believe that non-academic subjects, such as physical education and cookery, should be removed from the school syllabus so that children can concentrate on academic work. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience. Write at least 250 wo
Recycling is now an essential measure: it is time for everyone in society to became more responsible towards the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people believe that school children should not be given home work by their teachers whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that government funding should not be used for supporting Art & culture, while others think that supporting cultural activities may be beneficial for the population and the culture. Discuss both views and give your own openion.
Some people feel that the government should regulate the level of violence in films on TV and at the cinema. Others feel that violent films should not be regulated. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In recent years, the rise of ebooks causes the decline in paper books. Some people argue this is a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages?
Some people believe that having childern leads to happiness. Do you think that people who do not have children can find happiness? What other factors in a person's life affect happiness?
You have just moved into a new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that the noise may disturb your neighbour. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter introduce yourself, describe your plans for the party, invite your neighbour to come
Houses are essential for people. Some argue that governments should offer free houses for people who can not afford to pay for it. Do you agree or disagree with the statement.
Small businesses should avoid recruiting young woman who do not have their own family in order to avoid paying maternity leave later on. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The efficientfunctioning o f society is based on rules and laws. Society would not function well if individuals were free to do whatever they wanted. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The use of e-books is increasing day by day. Some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Learning English at school is often seen as important than learning locak 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 ry to ensure the survival of locak languages and , if so, how?
hese days internet-based courses have become a popular alternative to university-based courses. Some students prefer this type of learning because they do not need to attend lectures. Others argue that it is important to study at university. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You ordered a piece of furniture online. It was supposed to arrive last week, but it has not been delivered yet.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
•explain what you ordered and when
•describe the problem
•say what action you want the company to take
The maps below show the center of a small town called Lslip as it is now, and plans for its development.
You ordered an item from an online shop three weeks ago. The shop said you would get the item two days later but you have not received it yet. Last week you sent an email about the situation to the shop, but you did not receive a reply.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
explain the situation
complain about the bad service
ask for immediate delivery of your order or your money back
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.
Your local council is planning to hold an election to choose members from the society but there are no young people on the council and you think that the council needs young people's views. You are thinking of standing for election.
Write a letter to the head of the council. In your letter,
state why you want to be elected
mention why you think you would be a good candidate
describe your qualities, skills, experience, interests, if any
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
You have heard that a developer plans to build a shopping center near your home.
Write a letter to the council. In your letter
• say how you heard about the plan
• explain how you feel about it
• ask for more information about it
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
One of the widely discussed issues nowadays is the importance of freedom in society.Now people are beginning to realize that where there is no freedom there is no justice.
Write a letter to the local council about plans to close a children's playground in your area.
In your letter, you should:
1) Say why children are not using the playground.
2) Explain how important the playground is for the local community.
3)Suggest how the playground could be improved.
With growing populations in cities, more and more people live in a home with small or no outdoor areas. Is it a positive or negative development?
in some countries , many more people are choosing to live alone now a days than in the past. do you think this is a positive or negative develo
Concern for the environment is growing and more and more people are choosing to recycle. But some people suggest that recycling is not enough. They believe we need to consume less. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people choose to eat not meat or fish. They believe that this is not only better for their own healthbut also benefits the world as a whole. Discuss this view and give your opinion?
More and more people nowadays visit well-known places to take photographs of themselves, without looking at the place. Why do you think this is happening? Is it a positive or a negative trend?
Animals are used around the world for a variety of purposes, such as medical testing and food. While many people believe this is justified, others feel that animals should not be exploited by humans. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
In the future, no body will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything online without paying. To what extend do you agree or disagree to this opinion.
You should spend about 40minutes on this task.Rich countries often give money to poorer countries, but it does not solve poverty. Therefore, developed countries should give other types of help to the poor countries rather than financial aid.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 should write at least 250words
Work is being done on the street where you live. The noise is disturbing you.
Write a letter of complaint to your local council. In your letter:
-Introduce yourself.
-Explain what the problem is.
- Suggest solutions to the problem.
Many people believe that formal" pen and paper " examinations are not the best method of assessing educational achievements . Discuss this view and give your own opinion.
Today, many people do not know their neighbors in large cities. What problems does this cause? What can be done about this?
Some people believe that preserving the natural environment is vital, whereas, most make no effort to do so. Why do you think this is happening? What are some simple actions that could help the environment? e
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just spent a weekend at a friend's house. When you returned home, you discovered that you had left a coat there. There are some important belongings in the pockets.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
explain that you have left the coat there
say what the coat looks like, where you think you left it and what was in the pockets
make some suggestions about how to get all of your belongings back
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Pat,
Doctors reccommend that older people exercise regularily, however, many of them do not get enough exercise. What are the reasons?
Your city council is planning to pull down one of the historic buildings in your town because they do not have funds to renovate it. As a citizen, you do not want it to happen.
Write a letter to the city council. In your letter,
•say what the importance of this historic building is
•mention why it should be renovated rather than pull down
•suggest a plan to raise funds and maintain the building in the future
Your neighbours have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house / flat.
Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter
Explain the reason for the noise
Apologise
Describe what action you will take
After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter to express your gratitude.
In your letter:
+Introduce yourself and let him/her know why you are writing
+Express your appreciation
+And offer him/ her to visit your home with this family.
Some people contend that all young people should attend university after high school, while others maintain that this is not always the best option. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience where appropriate.