You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself
• Say why you are interested in this club
• Ask some questions about the club ,facilities, members, costs.
The first chart below, shows the percentages of women and men in a country involved in some kind of tasks (cooking, cleaning, pet caring, and repairing the house). The second chart shows the amount of time each gender spent on each task per day. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
*EG 2. 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 views and give your opinion.*
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a courntry. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, bussiness and the academic world. Other believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Q. Some people think that cultural traditions may be destroyed when they are used as money-making attractions aimed at tourists. Others believe it is the only way to save these traditions. Discuss on both sides and give your opinion.
Advancements in technology have given rise to several environmental problems. Some people believe that in order to solve environmental problems, people need to live simpler lives. However, others believe technology is the way to solve these problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In the last century, The first man to walk on the moon claimed it was a step forward for mankind. However, some people think it has made little difference in most people’s daily lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some societies the number of crimes committed by teenagers is growing. Some people think that regardless of age, teenagers who commit major crimes should receive adult punishment. To what extent do you agree?
Many people use distance-learning programs to study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring benefits as much as attending college or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
For countries, important parts of education have remained such as reading, writing and math. With the advent of computers, some people think that computer skill be mande as a fourth skill to be added to the list. To what extent do you agree.
Some companies sponsor sportsports as a way to advertise themselves. Some people think it is good for the world of sports, while others think there are disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some parts of the world traditional festivals and celebrations have disappeared or are disappearing. What problems is this causing? What measures could be taken to counter this situation?
Q. In some countries, birth rates are falling and experts say that by 2050 these countries will have far more adults aged 65 and over than children under 15. What problem might this cause in the future? Can anything be done to solve this issue?
Most of successful invention do not rely on complicated technology. In fact, some of the word’s greatest inventions have been very simple things. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
General Training Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You plan to do some traveling in a few months. You would like to visit an old friend who lives in another country. You haven’t spoken to this friend in a few years.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Provide a short update about your life since you saw him/her last
- Explain why you will be traveling to his/her city
- Say what you would like to do when you visit his/her city
Alcohol consumption has increased dramatically over the years. Some people believe that the government should increase taxes on alcoholic beverages but others oppose to this idea and advocate personal responsibility . What do you think ? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge
Students at university often have a choice of places to live. Some prefer to live on the campus dormitories while others choose to live in apartments in the community. Where would you prefer to live? Give reasons and specific details to support your preference
In some cities, public parks and open spaces are changed into gardens where local residents can grow their own fruits and vegetables. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To wht extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
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?
It is thought by some that a school teachers’ role is to motivate and inspire students. However, other people believe that a teacher’s primary role is to pass on knowledge. What do you think is the role of a teacher?
In some countries, it is posible for people to have a variety of food that has been transported from all over the world. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays longer distances are travelled by people to work and study on a daily basis . some consider it to be a negative development, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In a number of countries, some people think that is it necessary to spend large sums of money on construction new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Other believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
In many cities, there is little control on the design and construction of new houses. Some people think that people can choose to build houses in their own styles instead of building them with the same style as the old house style in local areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays, more and more young Vietnamese people celebrate festivals such as Christmas and Halloween. Some people think there is nothing wrong with this while others are worried about the influence of foreign cultures. What is your opinion?
Some people think that environmental problems should be solved on a global scale while some think it is best to deal with them nationally Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some Universities Now Offer Their Courses On The Internet So That Peop... Some universities now offer their courses on the Internet so that people can study online. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some cultures, childrenare often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
Technology has created new types of hobbies. Nowadays, many children spend much time playing computer games or mobile games. What problems are associated with this? What are some possible solutions?
At the present time, the popualtion of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
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 friend. 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.
Many people use distance learning programs to study at home, but some people think that it can not bring the same benefits of attending college of university. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
SMore and more transitional companies are setting up their business operations in economically developing nations. In this essay, I will discuss about some benefits and drawbacks of the inhabitants who live in those countries.
You visited a hotel last week and left some items behind. Write a letter to the manager stating
1. Details of your stay
2. How important the items are to you
3. How you would want the items to the sent to you
Noadays, it is not surprising that issue of the child education has attracted many heated debates due to its impact on the whole society. In this essay, I will discuss the significant causes relating to this topic, and try to suggest some possible important solution to overcome this painful problem.
Food travels thousands of miles from producers to customers. Some people think that it would be better for the environment and economy if people only ate the local food produced by farmers. Advantages and disadvantages.
In some countries people prefer to rent a house rathar than buying one .describe tha advantages and disadvantages of both?
Globalization has significantly increased interactions between countries through trade, culture, and technology. Some people believe that globalization brings more benefits than drawbacks. Others argue that it causes more problems than advantages. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Your Passion should be one of the factors you take into account while picking a career. When an hobby is a interest, why do some people not even consider them? Do you agree or disagree with the statement.
Many people believe individuals involved with creative arts should be financially supported by the government. Some other believe they should find seperate resources. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, some children spend many hours every day using smartphones and other devices. The advantages of allowing children to own these devices outweigh the disadvantages? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have lost your student identification card. This has created some problems for you.
Write a letter to the director of student services. In your letter
advise them of your situation
explain how this is affecting you
request a new card
In some country the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing.What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them.
In some places old age is valued, while in other cultures yourth is considered more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case ? Do you think this is a postive or negative situation?
In many places, students must arrive very early in the morning to attend school. Some people believe that starting the school day early is the best approach to support learning, but others believe that starting the school day at a later time in the morning would be better for students. Which view do you agree with and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
It has been more than 40 years since man first landed on the moon. Some people think that space research is a waste of money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In theie advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?