You recently took a plane to a holiday in a foreign city, and on arrival you found that your luggage
was lost. You did not receive your luggage until the last day of your holiday. Write to the airline,
•complaining about this situation
•saying why it caused you problems
•seeking suitable compensation
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Learning English language in an English speaking country is easy, but not the only methodology. Do you agree or disagree?
Schools should focus on academic success and passing examinations. Skills such as cookery, dressmaking and woodwork should not be taught at school as it is better to learn these from family and friends. To that extent do you agree or disagree.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
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.
You recently made reservations for dinner at a very famous and expensive restaurant in town. However, the meal and the service were terrible. The restaurant manager was not available to solve the problem, so you left without a resolution.
Write a letter to the restaurant's manager in abot 150-200 words.
- state what problems you had with the food you ordered
- complain about the service
- describe how you want the restaurant to resolve the problem
Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country’s police force or military force, while others think women are not suitable for these jobs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that computers are more a hinderance than a help in today’s world. Others feel that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. in what ways are computers a hinderance? What is your opinion?
The typical teacher-student relationship in the classroom will not exist in 2050. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
Some people suggest that children do not understand the world of work and schools should make all teenager spend a short time working as well as studying academic subjects. To what extent do you agree?
school teachers used to be the source of information . However, some people argue that teachers are not as important as before as the increasing variety of information resources. Do you agree or disagree.
In past games, personality was not ideal in our society, but in the 21st century, their minds changed and sportspeople became heroes and people started following them. In my belief sports persons get lots of extra benefits neither faces any problems. We will discuss in detail what benefits players get in their sideline of games.
Many cricketers are known for their performance, for example, Shahid Afridi made the fastest century at Sharjah Stadium. After that, he became very popular as a game winner and aggressive player. Therefore, the international cricket leagues selected Shahid Afridi at a higher salary in their teams. This is another extra income for him. It would not be wrong to say that the more famous, higher the price.
Out Side the ground popular cricketers play an important role in various television commercials, because of public demand, for instance, Cricketer Virat kholi act in shampoo advertising behind the reason of popularity, I read a statement of company brands managers who said that; when that ads aired consumers liked so much and also product demand was higher . furthermore, sportsmen never retire, because after they will retired as a player, they will start new career as a commentator, coach, and sports analyst, like Retired Cricketer Wasim Akram, Ramiz Raja, Shoaib Akhter.
On the other hand, many of company invite well-known sportsperson as a chief guest for the popularity of events. Those types of events also highly paid. At the same time, many crickets participate in different social and awareness campaigns to influence their common man.
In conclusion, the most famous person turns into a cash figure. Some people say that its weight is in gold, so sports people just like it.
Many people say smoking should be banned and some say it is not a good idea. What is your opinion on this? Use your own experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant experiences.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increased recycling is for government to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
In companies promotion to high positions should be given to employees inside the company, not to someone from outside or new hiring. Do you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You need to change your vacation hotel booking. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter,
•explain why you need to make the change
•what you prefer instead
•how this will help you have a better vacation Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Many people think that countries have a moral obligation to help each other, while others argue that the aid money is misspent by the governments that receive it, so the international aid should not be given to the poor countries in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for your advice on 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 sge will not enjoy going to college
° Explain why getting a job is a good idea
° Suggest the type of job that would be suitable.
Some people think that employers should not pay attention to the way their employees dress, because the quality of their work is more important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
There is an increasing trend around the world of married couple deciding not to have children. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for couples who decide to do this.
Nowadays many people havie an unhealthy diet and do not exercise regularly. What are the reasons behind this trend? How can we encourage these people to live a healthy lifestyle?
Some parents believe that a child should not waste time by reading entertainment books. Instead, they should spend time reading educational books only. What is your opinion about this?
Schools should teach children the academic subjects which have a close relationship with their future careers, so other subjects like music, arts and sports are not important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year. Write a letter to the couple. In your letter
explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
say what else you could do for the family
give your reasons for wanting the job
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................. ,
Some people think its ok to benefit from animals, while others think they should not be exploited. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
Today’s typical method of teaching involving direct communication between teachers and students will not exist by 2050. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion and examples.
you had recently ordered a book, online from a bookseller. The book sent by him was not the latest edition, even though you had paid the money according to the latest edition verion. Write an email to bookseller in about 150-200 words. your email should include complain about the service of the online site and state about the urgency of the latest edition
Children do not respect their parents as much as they did in the past. This behavior is now having a negative impact on society.’ Discuss. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
We simply cannot help everyone who needs help in the world. So, why not be concerned only about our own people, our communities and our own countries? Is this reasoning valid? Why or why not? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You would like to rent a car for a holiday. Write to the car rental agency.
In your letter •Explain what type of car you would like •Give details of when you would like the car • Request more information about the cost You do NOT need to write any addresses.
ome people believe that children should not be given homework everyday, while others believe that they must get homework everyday in order to be successful at school. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
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 offer practical degree courses that maximise chances of employment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give a reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many places new homes are needed, but the only space availble for building them is in the contryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this.
Most of the world’s poor live in countries where tourism is a growing industry. The issue is that tourism does not benefit the poorest. How can the income generated by tourism benefit the poor? And how can we ensure that tourism does not destroy traditional cultures and ways of life? Discuss.
: Some people think sending criminals to prison is not an effective way to deal with them. Education and training are better. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A museum newr your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work.
In your letter
explain why you want to voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
give details of when you woule be available for work
Write at least 150words.
You do not need to write any addresses.
3)Topic -Task 1 -Informal
One of your friends has asked you to be a partner in his new business. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Give your opinion of your friend's business idea Tell him whether or not you have decided to accept the offer Explain your reasons for this decision Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mark,
Some people think that libraries are a waste of resources and money so computer should replace them. Howevee, others do not agree. Discuss both aides and give your opinion.
You have recently visited a museum. Now write a letter to your friend about the museum you have visited.
Write a letter to him/ her. In your letter, write:
where you went
what you saw there
how you felt about it
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ...................,
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Playing games together is a good way to build closer relationships. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. Be sure to use your own words. Do not use memorized examples.
Your local bookshop has invited members of the public to recommend a guest speaker for an upcoming event that will include a series of talks from well-known people. Write an e-mail to the bookshop. In your e-mail: • suggest a speaker • say what they would contribute to the event • explain why other people would be interested too You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your e-mail as follows: Dear...,
You have seen an advertisement in the newspaper for a temporary job working as a Sales Representative during the holiday season. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the Hiring Manager of the company. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself
• Explain what experience and special skills you have
• Explain why you are interested in the job
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Hiring Manager,
Newspapers will remain the main source of news in the future and the Internet will not have any effect. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
A lot of places in the world rely on tourists as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not well-managed. what are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world? do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?
You stayed in a hotel and was not satisfied with service. Write a letter to manager.
- why you chose this hotel
- what problems did you face
- tell the manager what to do
You bought sone clothing and not satisfies with your purchause
Write a letter to the company .in your email
Give details of the purchause
Describe the problem
Explain why you need a replacement urgently
Reading books keeps a person’s mind active, whereas watching films and TV is passive and does not require a person to use their imaginations. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Mrs Barrett, an english-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs. Berrett. In your letter
Suggest how you could help her in her home
Say why you would like to do this work
Explain when you will and will not be available
Some people think that good health is a basic human need, so the medical service should not be run by profit-making companies. To what extent do the advantages of private healthcare outweigh the disadvantages?
A friend has invited you to a party, but you are busy on the day it’s being held. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
• Apologies for not being able to attend
• Explain why you are busy
• Invite your friend to do something else with you
You recently visited a local museum and had a mixed experience. Write a letter to the manager of the museum. In your letter:
describe your visit to the museum
explain what you liked and what you didn’t like
suggest some improvements to help enhance the visitor experience
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,