some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has a negative effect on young peoples reading and writing skills. do you agree or disagree?
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
1)Correct the information in the article
2) Explain why it is important for the magazine to give the correct information
3) Suggestion what the magazine should do about this situation
Some people think that online reading materials should only be used for a child to learn to read, whereas others believe only printed material should be used. Is Chris both views and give your opinion.
Topic: Some people think that it is important to use leisure time for activities that improve the mind, such as reading and doing word puzzles. Other people feel that it is important to rest the mind during leisure time. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
We have three important part of education; reading, writing, and maths.Some people think every child will benefit from a fourth skill added to the list. Do you agree or disagree?
More and more information about the lives of celebrtites in newspaper, magazine, and online. What is this happening ? what are the disadvantages for the reading public ? Provide reasons for your answer. Include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
"Educational institutions have a responsibility to dissuade students from pursuing fields of study in which they are unlikely to succeed." Discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the statement. Be sure to explain your reasoning with specific examples and evidence from your own experience, observations, or reading.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your friend would like to find some quality websites where he/she can read up on what’s happening in the world. He/she has written to you asking for some advice.
Write a letter to your friend giving some advice. In your letter
• include websites you recommend
• say why you recommend them
• give some other ideas which you think may be useful
It’s believed that people who read for pleasure develop their imagination more and acquire better language skills compared to people who prefer watching television. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers 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 have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper.
In your letter
-say which points in the article you agree with
-explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
-offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
You’ve read an article about the company you work for in a business magazine. The article contains information that is wrong.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
• give details of the magazine
• explain what information about your company is wrong
• suggest what you think your manager should do
Although you have never formally studied computing, you have always been interested in computers. You have just read about a computer course that really interests you, but it’s only for people who have completed an elementary course. White a letter to the collage. Include: Explain why you are writing; Describe your circumstances; Ask if a special exception can be made for you so you can enrol in the course.
Some people believe that engaging in an active pastime does more to develop childrens' life skills than time spent reading. To what extent do ypu agree or disagree?
Although you have never formally studied computing, you have always been interested in computers. You have just read about a computer course that really interests you, but it is only for people who have completed an elementary course. Write a letter to the college enrolment officer. In your letter explain why you are writing describe your circumstances ask if a special exception can be made for you so you can enroll in the course
Fewer people are reading books these days. Therefore we should close all liblaries and use the funds for something more urgent like healthcare. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think reading stories in books is better than watching TV or playing computer games for childre. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future, nobody wiil buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. to waht extent do you agree or disagree?
Some parents want their children to read only serious educational books at all times, and they think it is a waste of time to read any entertainments books.What is your opinion about this?
Some people believe that parents should limit their children’s hours of watching tv and playing computer games, but encourage to read books. Do you agree or disagree?
you have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centers in your country all look very similar to each other you don't fully agree with this opinion.
write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter
say which points in the article you agree with
explain ways in which your town center is different from most other town centers
Offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Some people think parents should read pr tell stories to children. Others think parents needn't do that as children can read books or watch TV, movies by themselves. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays, more and more people are reading books and news on the internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
Doing an enjoyable activity with a child can develop better skill and more creative than reading to what extent do you agree or disagree use reason and specific example for to explain your answer.
In the future , nobody will buy printed newspaper or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying . What is your opinion on this matter?
Some people say that computers and mobile phones have negative effects on people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Most people prefer ready to eat ready meals rather than homemade food these days. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
In the future, nobody will by printed newspapers or blooks because tehy will be able to read everything tehy want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or diagree with this statement ?
People have different ways of escaping the stress and difficulites of modern life. Some read, some exercise, others work in their gardens. What do you think is the best way of reducing stress.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no special knowledge of the following topic: News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. What factors do you think influence these decisions? Do we become used to bad news? Would it be better if more good news was reported? Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers 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 statem
You have read a magazine article that mentioned a place you are familiar with. There was a mistake in the article. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine and say
What the error was
Explain that you are familiar with the place
Why it is important to correct the error
Some people think that children who spend alot of time reading children's story books are wasting their time which could be better used doing other more useful activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future, nobody wiil buy printed newspapers 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 satetement?
Anyone can post information on the internet. Some people say most of what we read on the internet is inaccurate. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Education for young people is important in many countries. However, the others think government should spend more money for education in adult population who cannot read and write”. 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 recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time.
Write a letter to the editor. In your letter:
Say which edition and when did the article appear
Explain why you lost contact with your friend
Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch
More and more people prefer to read e–books rather than paper books. What are the reasons for this? What problems can this cause for libraries?
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
•Describe what this book was about
•Explain how this book influenced you
•Say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
Some hold the view that ideas and information should be completely open,and there should be no controls on what people can read and watch in the media.Do you agree with this view,or do you think that in some circumstances governments should limit the freedom of the media?
“Some people believe that the violence shown in movies and video games has a damaging effect on society. While others believe that these don’t have an influence on people’s behaviour. What is your opinion?” After reading the question, the first step would be,
In future, nobody will buy printed newspapers 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 statemtent?
There is a new ready-mixed concrete (RMC) plant installed nearby your home and it causes various types of pollutions. Write a letter to City Council for a removal request. In your letter • describe who you are •
explain what troubles you by existence of this RMC plant •
tell what you want the officer to do for you
It is often argued that reading non-fiction books is better than reading fiction. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more people no longer read newspaper and watch TV to get information. Instead they use Internet to get actual news. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give your own opinions or relevant examples.
Nowadays many people choose ready-made food and refuse to cook at home, why and what are the advantages/disadvantages?
Write an essay to an educated reader to compare and contrast the childhood of the previous generations with that of the current generations. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The diagram reveals the proses how are produced bricks for building industry. There are a few steps, from digging with special techniques to deliverined ready production.
Nowadays many people choose ready-made food and refuse to cook at home. Why do you think it happens? What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a choice?
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter,
•say which points in the article you agree with
•explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
•offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,