The table shows the percentage of government spending on education and training and the participation of 18-24 years old in five countries in 2012.
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social probelms, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The Internet dominates free-time for too many people. It can make people lazy and prevent them from socializing with others. Do you agree or disagree?
The diagram shows the various stages in production of clean energy from coal.
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called ‘The book that influenced me most’.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter
1)Describe what this book was about
2)Explain how this book influenced you
3)Say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam.
The chart below shows the percentages of five kinds of magazines sold by a company in the UK between 2001 and 2009.
Your next door neighbour owns a small dog that barks throughout the day and the night. Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter-Your reason for writing, What you would like to happen. A nice, respectful style
CONSUMERS ARE FACED WITH AN INCREASING NUMBERS OF ADVERTISEMENT FROM COMPETING COMPANIES. TO WHAT EXTENT ARE COSUMERS INFLUENCED BY ADVERTISEMENTS? WHAT MEASURES CAN BE TAKEN TO PROTECT THEM?
The best way to remove poverty in developing countries is to provide 6 years of free education to all children so that they can read, write and use numbers. Do you agree or disagree?
The line graph differs the amount of nitrogen oxide by four types of vehicles. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make
The graph below shows the number of shops that closed and the numer of new shops that opened in one coutry between 2011 and 2018.
The breakthroughs in medical science are by far the most significant advances in world society over the last two centureies. Discuss this statement and give your opinion.
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested inf inding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
Although some people value public parks, this space could be better used for other purposes such as residential areas for the ever- growing population or to develop business or boost economies. To what extent do you agree with this?
The chart and table below show customer satisfaction levels in the US with the airlines and aspects of air travel in 1999, 2000 and 2007.
To meet the growing needs of food for the increasing population, country should make use of genetically engineered foods. However, some people believe that GM foods are not unhealthy but affect the nature too. Do you think the advantages of GM food outweigh the drawbacks?
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planned future development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. https://writing9.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.writing9.com%2Fc6b1a9f0eebaf1397286967cd60d9673.png&w=1080&q=75
Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos.
Write a letter to your friends, in your letter:
a) thank them for the holiday and the photos
b) explain why you didn't write earlier
c) invite them to come and stay with you
More and more people are working from home rather than at the workplace. Some people say this will bring benefits to the worker and their famalies, but others think it will bring stress to the home. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
many people like to wear a fashionable clothes. What is the reason for that, do you think this is a good or a bad thing?
There are more and more parents working full time. Some people argue that childcare centres are the best in taking care of children of very young age. Others think grandparents are better carer. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some individuals say that the main environmental issue of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe studying in a college or university is the best way to prepare for a successful career. Other people prefer to get a job as soon as they leave school and to develop their career through work experience. Discuss both views and give your own opinio
The internet has put everyone on the map and certainly revolutionized the idea of shopping. What could be the negative consequences of this trend and its reasonable solution?
In many coutries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and tv shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?
For some prople learning in a group is most effective way, while others prefer one-to-one instructions. Discuss both views. what is your opinion?
In the last decade, there has been an increase in the number and variety of online courses available to adults. While welcomed as a great opportunity by many students, other students see these courses as a poor substitute for classroom teaching. What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying an online course?
the charts below show the change in ownership
You work in an international company. You need to take some time off work. Write a
letter to your employer. In your letter:
explain why you need this time off
give details of when you want this time off
say who can do your work when you are away
Read the question below and write a letter.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Write at least 150 words.
Although you are meant to present your thesis project in one month, your sister is getting married in Spain at the same time. You would like to change dates for your presentation.
Write a letter to your professor. In your letter:
* Explain the situation
* Remind the professor of your academic achievements to date
* Ask for a different date to present your thesis
The diagram below show how water moves on land and in the ocean.
A increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teacher are living their own poorer countries to work in develpoed countries. What problems does this cause ? What solutions can you suggest to deal with problems.
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?
The diagram shows the life cycle of the Zebrafish
Some high school students work part-time in addition to going to school. What are the advantages and disadvantages of high school students having part-time jobs? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people think that competition at work,at school and in daily life is agood thing.Others believe that we should try to cooperate more,rather thancompeting against each other. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your ownknowledge or experience.
deforestatrion caused by human activity is happening in many parts of the world, with serious results for the environment. What do you think can be done to solve this problem ?
People can eat a wide variety of food that can be grown in other areas. As a result, people eat more food produced in other regions than local food. Advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Some people consider that it is better to gift money to teenager as a present while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people think that it would be better for large companies and industry to move to regional areas outside large urban centers. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be diverless.The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below shows the average hours spent per day in leisure and sports activities by youngest and oldest populations in the US in 2015.
The chart below shows the top ten countries with the highest consumer spending on travel in 2014. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people think that women should have given the same roles to male in military and police forces. Many people think that women are not suitable for this job. Discuss both views and give opinions.
The graph below shows the population of India and China from the year 2000 to the present day with projections for growth to the year 2050.
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, hiwever, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for comitting it, should be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The fast food industry has negative effect on our health, the environment and family eating habits. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people prefer to communicate with their online friends than to socialize with people in their local communities. Do you think it has more advantages than disadvantages?
Some people believe that the only purpose of films is to entertain. But other say film should have educational value. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays computer education is compulsory for your learners in most schools. Do you think is necessary or will children acquire these skills naturally from their daily interaction with technology everywhere? provide your opinion and use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.