Many people buy product that they do not need and replace old products with new ones unnecessarily.(4.15) Why do people buy things they do not really need? Do you think this is a good thing?
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her.
Write a letter to Chris’s parents. In your letter,
say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
explain why you won’t be able to attend the party
give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr and Mrs ....................,
some people say that in all levels of education, from primary to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree? give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experienece
Some people say that the only reason for learning foreign language is in order to travel or work in a foreign country. Others, say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn foreign language. Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion.
There is an increasing trend around the wprld of married couples deciding not to have children.Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for the couples who decide to do thid.
Some people think that companies and private individuals should bay to clean up the pollution that they produce, not the government. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Last weekend, your cousin celebrated her 50th birthday, but you couldn't attend and you forgot to cancel.
Write a letter to your cousin. In your letter:
- Apologize for missing the birthday celebration
- Explain why you missed it and why you hadn't let her know
- Describe how you will make it up to her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,
Many people think that fast food companies should not be allowed to advertise while others believed that all companies should have the right to advertise. What is your opinion? fast food advertisement is a controversial matter. some people believe that junk food is not health option for our children.
Some people say that the government should not spend money building theaters and sport stadium. They should spend more on medical care and education nations instead. Do you agree or disagree?
Directors of large organizations have much higher salary than ordinary employees do. Some people think it’s necessary, but others are of the opinion that it’s not unfair. Discuss both views and give your opinion
In some countries police officers do not carry guns. How does this affect the manner they implement law and order? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having a gun. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
every year several languages die out.somepeople think that is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. to what extent do you agree or disagree whith this notion?
Some people argue that keeping pets is beneficial for longevity while others believe that household animals are not healthy for people to have as companions. Discuss both sides of the argument, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important fir everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and,if so,how?
In the future, the main resean for going to shoping mall will be for entertainment, not to shop. Do you agree or disagree.
Many people leave the countryside for the greater opportunities which are offered by cities. This move is not without disadvantages for both people and the environment. What are some benefits and drawbacks of urbanization
To meet the growing needs of food for the increasing population, countries should make use of genetically engineered foods. However, some people believe that GM foods are not unhealthy but affect nature too. Do you think the advantages of GM food outweigh the drawbacks?
You recently stayed at a hotel during a holiday, but you were not satisfied with the service.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
Explain why you chose that hotel
Describe the problems you faced
Say what you expect the manager to do
A friend is expecting you to stay with him in ten days, but unfortunately you forgot that you have a business trip at the same time. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
apologise and say that you cannot come to visit
explain why you will not be able to visit
suggest another time that you could visit.
Museums and art galleries will not be needed because people can see historical objects and work of art by using a computer. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter - explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday - describe some possible disadvantages - say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dea
nowadays genetically modified food products are widespread throughout the world. while proponents of (genetically modified) GM crops ensure that these foods are safe for human consumption and help increase supplies, others argue that their health effects have not been studied long enough. discuss both the advantages and disadvantages
Some people believe that devolopments in the field of artificial intellengence will have a possitive impacton our lives in the near future. Others, by contrast, are worried that we are not prepared for a world in which computers are more intelligent than humans. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinions.
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday.
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter:
thank them for the photos and for the holiday
explain why you didn’t write earlier
invite them to come and stay with you
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any address.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear __________
Many people today eat too many meals at fast food restaurants. Even though everybody knows that fast food is not healthy, people still go there. Give the advantages and disadvantages of fast food restaurants.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to incease recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extend do you think laws are nedded to make people recycle more of their waste?
In many countries, woman no longer feel the need to get married. Some people believe that this is because woman are able to earn their own income and therefore do not require the financial security that marriage can bring. To what extent do you agree?
Some construction work is being done on the street where you live for the last couple of days. The noise from the work is loud and it disturbs you.
Write a letter to your local council complaining about the noise. In your letter,
introduce yourself
explain how the noise is causing problems to you
suggest solutions to the problem
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to study/work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter:
describe the situation
explain your problems and why it is difficult to study/work
say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
People visiting other countries should adapt to the customs and behaviours expected there. They should not expect the host country to welcome different customs and behaviours. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many young people do not know how to manage their money when graduating high school. What do you think are the reason what can be done to teach them this important skills
You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently, you moved into a new neighborhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed that people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the change rooms. Write to Mr Koto, the manager. In your letter:
•explain who you are
•describe the problem exactly
•make suggestions to improve the gym
you have received a bill from a mobile phone company for international call charges relating to a time when you did not use your phone for international calls.
write a letter to the company,
complaining about this
giving your reasons
asking for the bill to be changed
In many places new homes are required, but the only space available for building them is on the countryside. Some people believe it is most important to protect the countryside and not build new houses there. What us your opinion about this?
GOVERNMENTS SHOULD NOT INVEST IN ARTS SUCH AS MUSIC AND THEATER. GOVERNMENTS MUST INVEST MORE IN PUBLIC SERVICES. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE?
Advertisements are becoming increasingly common and are not always controlled. Some people believe they have a negative impact on children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some areas of the USA, a ‘curfew’ is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion aboout this?
Individuals can do nothing to improve the environment ; only govt and large companies can make a difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
tell your friend how they can contact you when you are away
give instructions about how to care for your pet
describe other things they will need to do to take care of your house
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………………,
You recently went on a trip with a friend and you both took some photographs.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Ask your friend to send you a particular photograph
Explain why you need that particular photograph
Tell your friend what happened to your copy of it
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Brendan,
You recently visited a friend in their new house and noticed that a few items were not functioning properly. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Thank them for hosting you.
Mention the items that were not working properly.
Suggest what they could do to fix these issues.
High school athletes should not fall under the spell of harmful stereotypes. what is your opinion?
School is a place where people create memories. Do you think that school-related memories have an influence on future success or happiness? Why or why not? Use specific examples from your experience to support your view.
Some people think that wild animals should not be kept in Zoos. However, others believe that there are good reasons to have Zoos in the 21st century. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have begun a new course at University and the professor gave you the first assignment of the course . You are not sure how to write the assignment.
Write an email to your professor . In your letter:
-state your purpose;
-explain the problem;
-ask for an appointment to discuss it
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
- say why he/she would not enjoy going to colledge
- explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
- suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her
Your family recently decided to sell their car, and not get anotehr one. Write an email to a friend telling them about living without a car. In your email you should; explain why your family decided to sell the car, describe how you will travel around in the future, say what might be difficult about not having a car.
Nuclear power is used for many purposes. There are advantages and disadvantages to having nucleear power. What do you feel they are and do you believe that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Why or why not?
PROPOSITION: Sending criminals to prison is not an eecve method of dealing with them. Educaon and job training should be used instead. PROMPT: To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Think of one your favorite teachers. Write a note to him or her asking for a recommendation for you to get into a school or program where you are applying.