Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. comics books radio television film threatre
You have recently ordered an item through the Internet, but are not happy with the purchase. Write to the company. In your letter:
– Describe what you purchased,
– explain why you are not happy with the purchase,
– tell them what you would like them to do about the situation.
The barchart below shows the total number of minutes (in billions) of telephone calls in Australia, divided into three categories, from 2001- 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Due to television and the internet it is easier today for a large number of people to become famous. Is this a positive or negative development?
Face-to-face communication is better than other types of communication such as letters, email, or telephone calls. How far you agree or disagree with this statement?
People no longer use newspaper and television. Because the Internet plays the same role as them. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your English teacher has found a new penfriend. Write a letter to your penfriend and introduce yourself. Tell them what you do in your free time.
Some people believe that radio is the best source to get news while others think that television is better for this purpose. Discuss both perspectives and give your opinion with relevant examples?
You have received an important document in a foreign language and you need it translated quickly. One of your friends knows this language. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:
- Tell him why the document is important.
- Explain why you need it translated urgently.
- Suggest to your friend how you will get the document to him.
Write a letter to your English-speaking friend whom you visited recently. In your
letter
- Tell him/her how wonderful the experience you had in his country was
- Invite him to visit your country
- Tell him what you can do for him during his visit.
A chart shows the total number of minutes peopel spent on telephone in UK decided in 3 categories
a friend has written to you asking for advice about a problem at work. you have had a similar problem in the past. write a reply to your friend. in your letter:
- tell your friend you understand the problem,
- explain what happend to you in the past,-
- suggest possible solutions to the problem.
In some countries, some criminal trails in law courts are shown on television so that the general public can watch. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that it’s more important to be informed of local/national news. Other people think that it’s more important to have international news. Discuss both sides and tell what you think.
Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things we do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which view point do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answers
You recently went shopping at a department store and you were disrespected by one of the employees .
Write a complaint letter to the sales manager of the department store.
In your letter you should
Let him know about the rude behaviour of the clerk
Clearly state how it happened
And tell the manager about the bad behavioir
Some people believe that it is a waste of time ot read read newspapers and watch news on televison. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Children today spend more time watching television than they did in the past. Describe some of the advantages and disadvantages of television for children.
Some people think that teachers are essential to the learning process. Others argue that students at schools and universities learn far more from other sources (such as the Internet and television) than from lessons with teachers. What are your views on this?
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking purposes. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
You are planning to go skiing next winter and you would like to get a group of friends together to come with you. Write a letter to a friend and invite them to come skiing. In the letter, Invite your friend to come Provide details of the holiday Tell your friend what they will need bring with them on the holiday You do NOT need to write any addresse
write a letter telling your friend about your good news
what is it
what does it affect ur life
invite at home
you recently bought a new television when you unpacted it at home you found that it was change write a letter to the manager of the shop where you bought the television in your letter give detail of the television and when you bought it and explain about the damage and say what you want the manager to do
Some people think news has no connection to people’s lives, so it is a waste of time to read news in the newspaper and watch news program on television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have decided to change your profession and want to resign from your current job.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
• Tell him about your decision and its reasons;
• Explain what you have learnt from your current job and how you feel about leaving it;
• Ask for a letter of reference.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....,
Many people think that television is the best place to get your news while others believe there are better platforms. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The news company is going to start a new program on TV about a particular place. Write a letter to
offer your suggestions on what the program should be like.
In your letter, you should tell:
how you know about that place
what suggestions you would like to make
why you are offering these suggestions.
You have recently started work in a new company. Write a letter to an English speaking friend. In your letter: explain why you changed jobs; describe your new job; tell him/her your other news.
Some people think history has nothing or little to tell us, but others think that studying the past history can help us better understand the present. Discuss both views and give your opinion, citing examples form your experience.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Watching television is bad for children. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Topic: Write a letter to your friend telling them about a trip you recently went on. Where you went and why you chose that place What you did and enjoyed during the trip Invite your friend to visit that place with you in the future
Children nowadays spend a great deal of time watching television. However, television cannot replace the book as a learning tool, which is why children are less well-educated today. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
You are going for a one-week vacation and your friend agreed to stay at your place while you are away. Write a letter to him/her.
In your letter, you should:
thank her/him and tell the dates of your holiday
explain how he/she enters the house
describe what you expect him/her to do.
You live near a public school. The school has asked local residents to help with the maintenance of school buildings and play area. Write a letter to the principal. In your letter, – Explain why you would like to help – Tell them how you can help – Let them know when you are available
The charts below give information about the amount and types of water in the world, and also tell the use of water in three areas in three countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Last week, you lost your luggage while traveling on holiday. Luckily, you have travel insurance.
Write letter to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter:
- Describe the characteristics of what you lost
- Explain how you lost it
- Tell the insurance company what you need from them
some people say its lot to tell about persons culture and character from thier clothes. Do you agree or disagree ?
You are getting married later this year. You want to invite your friend to the wedding. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
- tell your friend that you are getting married
- tell them when and where the wedding will take place
-- ask them to help you prepare for the wedding in some way
You have recently moved to a new place and haven’t got a chance to tell your friend. Write a letter to your friend,
Where and why you move from there
Compare your new place to old
Where do u live now
Some people believe that time spent on television, video and computer games can be beneficial to children. Others believe this has negative effect on a children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
School and university students learn lessons far better from their teachers than from other sources, such as the internet and television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that children should not watch television as it can have a negative effect on their development. Others claim that television can help them in their future. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that job should be related to our university major and some people not, discuss and tell your idea
Many people these days have a computer, laptop, telephone at their home for work. Do you think, working from home has more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons.
YOU HAVE TO RECIEVE THIS EMAIL FROM WHO YOU WENT TO COLLEGE WITH. Do you know it will be five years since we finished college ? i think we should contact our friends and arrange to meet again.Have you got any ideas about what we could do to celebrat e and when? write and tell me jan write an email to jan : suggest a good way to celebrate with your old college friends explain when would be the best time for the celebrate offer to help organise the celebrate
The pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada.
Discuss the ethical implications of always telling the truth , even in difficult situations.What are the advantages and disadvantages of this statement.
These days, we are seeing an increasing amount of violence on television, and this is having a negative impact on children's behavior. Do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, criminal trials are shown on television for the public. Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this notion.
A friend has told you that he or she feels lonely in their new city away from their family. Write to you friend and:
•Explain why people can feel this way
• Give some ideas on how to solve the problem
• Ask your friend to contact you and tell you if this works.