Task 1-Your friend is thinking about learning to drive and would like some advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• say why a driving licence is advantageous
• recommend a driving school
• give any extra guidance/tips
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sport facilities. Other, however, say that this would have limit effect on public health and that other measure are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that it is the parents who have to make children good citizens of society while others believe this should be done at school.Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some say that music, art and drama areas important as other school subjects, especially at the primary level. Do you agree or disagree?
You recently bought a peice of equipment for your kitchen but it didn't work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken. Write a letter to the shop manager. You should say
Describe problem with the equipment
Explain what happened when you phoned the shop
Say what you would like the manager to do
An increasing trend nowadays is for young adults to olay computer games. Some people say this is a negative development. Discuss and give your opinion.
Some people think that individuals should be responsible for reducing pollution, while others say it is the government’s duty. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that a lot of scientific research done today is a waste of time and money. To what extent do you agree disagree?
Some people believe that children should be involved in making their school rules.others say that only adults should make the school's rules. Discuss both views and give tour own opinion
Some say you should always marry for love; others say that in an uncertain world it's wiser to marry for money. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to your friend inviting him/her to a music concert. Please say
- where and when the concert is going to be,
- what type of music will be played there,
- and why your friend will enjoy it
the chart below show a result of a survey about what people of different age groups say make them most happy?
You have been working for a company for more than a few years and have decided to leave the company.
Write a letter to your company manager saying that you want to leave the company. In your letter explain:
what you have learned while working for the company
whether you have enjoyed working for the company
what are your reasons for leaving the company
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you returned home, you found you had Jett some important papers at the hotel. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter • say where you think you Jett the papers • explain why they are so important • tell the manager what you want him/her to do
Some people say that using animals to test new products for human consumption should be banned in all countries. To what extent do you agree? Give clear arguments and examples to state your stance.
Some people say that self employment is better than a job in a country or an institution. Discuss both modes of work and give your opinion.
You rented a car from Car Rental Company. The air conditioner has stopped working. You phoned the company a week ago but it still has not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter
– introduce yourself
– explain the situation
– say what action you would like the company to take
Some people say computers have made life more difficult and complicated, others think that it has made our lives easier. Do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your view.
Air travel is cheap these days, allowing ordinary people to travel further. Some people say that air fare should be increased because this leads to environmental problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In developing countries, rural children have less access to education.some people say that this problem is solved by providing teachers and schools. Other think that computer and internet should be provided. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that spending the national budget on soace exploration is a waste of resources. They insist that those funds should be spent on people living on earth. Do you agree or disagree?
The table chart illustrates the number employees and manufactures in both England and Wales from 1851 to 1901. Overall, the numbers of employees were dwindling whilst factories' numbers stayed roughly the same over the fifty-year period. Looking in closer detail to the table, it can be highlighted that the number of employees in 1851 was worth 477 100 for a total of 225 factories with a majority of males. A decade later, the number of factories jumped slightly to 227 with a noticeable decrease of employes, mainly composed by females, who represented 160 000 workers versus 131780 male workers. In 1871, the number of manufacturing facilities lifted overwhelmingly up, to nearly 3 times higher, with a steady decline for the employees’ number. However, men are this time more represented in the workers. This trend will continue until 1891, when the number of factories moved down from 721 in 1881 to 625 one decade later. With less workers and more males than females, the quantity of factories arrived to a point of 600 factories in 1901, involving a bottom of 61 000, concerning the total employee number. To conclude, we can say with confidence that throughout the second part of the 19st century, the number of factories increased with a significant decrease in the number of workers, no matter they are males or females.
Some people say that self employment is better than a job in a company or an institution. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
You are planning to go and study English at a school overseas. You would like some information about their courses. Write a letter to the school. In your letter Ask about the school Say what kind of accommodation you want Mention any special request you have (for example diet).
Some people believe that the purpose of education is to prepare individuals to be useful members of society. Others say the purpose of education is to fulfill personal ambitions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You are leaving your current job to start a new position at another company. Write a letter to one of your colleagues.
In your letter, you should say:
Describe your new job and the company.
Say when you will be leaving your current job.
Suggest a time for a farewell party.
DOGS ARE ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR PETS IN THE WORLD, YET MANY WOULD SAY IT IS INAPPROPRIATE TO HAVE THEM IN BUILT UP INNER CITY AREAS. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE
The charts below show the result of a survey about what peopel of differwncw age groups say makes them most happy
Some people say children use technology too much these days. Others believe that using technology now will help them in the future. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter
• describe what you enjoyed about the course
• say how much cooking you’ve done since the course
• suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
Economic growth is the only way to end world poverty. However, some people say it lead to environment damage and should be stopped. To what extent do you agree ?
Many people say that the only way to guarantee getting a good job is to complete a university education. Others claim that it is better to start work after school and gain experience in the world of work? discuss both views and give your opinion.
Certain individual tell that sparing time to enhance a successful career is the most vital thing. Opponent say the time spend with friends and family is more important. Debate both sides and give your opinion?
You are going to travel abroad for two months and while you are away a friend would like to live in your apartment. Write to the owner of the apartment explaining the situation. In your letter: explain that you are going to travel abroad, describe your friend and say why he/she would be a good tenant, ask whether the owner will agree to this.
You recently returned by plane from an overseas trip. When you reached home, you realised you had left your hand luggage on the plane. Write a letter to the airline.
In your letter:
say when and where you lost your hand luggage
describe the bag and its contents
suggest the action you would like the airline to take
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some peope say that advertising encourages people to buy things they do not need. Others say that advertisements are important sources of information about new products. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some prople say that children who are given pocket money every week will have lesser money problems when they become adults. To what extent do you agree of disagree?
A growing number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have same rights as people. Whist others say that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that manufacturers and supermarkets should take the responsibility of reducing the amount of packaging of goods. Others argue that customers should take responsibility and avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to control what people are saying and doing (for instance, through cellphone tracking and security. cameras. In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people say that when deciding how taxes should by spent, the government should prioritize health care. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say free time activities for children should be organized. Others say that children should be free time to choose what they do in their free time. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some poeple say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think thank advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both sides of this arguement and then give your opinion.
Around the world, people are now living longer than ever before in the past. Some say an ageing population creates problems for goverments. Others believe there are benefits to society having more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of possessing an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
Economic growth is the only way to end world poverty. However, some people say it leads to enviroment damage and should be stopped. To what extent do you agree?
Some people say that educational success depends most of the time on having a good teacher. Other say that attitude of students also matters? Discuss both views and provide your opinion.
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 college
- explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
- suggest rypes of job that would be suitable for him/her