A growing number of people work by telecommuting, that is, the employees working from home, using a computer and the Internet to connect with the office. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working this way?
Writing task 1: Write atleast 150 words and spend no more than 20
minutes on this task.
You are new to the city and you would like to take your family out for a meal.
Write a letter to your friend who is familiar with the city. In your letter:
• Tell him or her about the occasion
• Tell him or her about what kind of a restaurant you prefer
• Ask him suitable recommendations
Start with Dear..............,
While on a business trip in another city, you met an old friend who lives there. You are going on another business trip to this city soon and would like to see him/her again. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
- tell him/her about your trip;
- say why you were happy to see him/her;
- suggest an arrangement for you to meet.
Some people think that the fictional violence portrayed on television is harmless entertainment. Others disagree and think that it encourages violent behaviour. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
news editor decide what to broadcast on television and what to write in newspaper. what factors influence these decision? do you think we become used to bad news? should more good news be reported?
You recently went shopping at the local supermarket. When you got jome and noticed your bill, you found that you had Bern charged for for items you did not buy. Write a letter to the supermarket manager explaining what has happened.
In your letter, tell the manager:
-Describe the stuation
-How you fell about the error
-What you would like him/her to do about it
Some people believe that violance on television and in computer games has a damaging effect on the society.other deny that these factors have any significant influence on peoples' behaviour.What is your opinion.
The line graphs below show the subscriptions to mobile and fixed phone lines in four different countries between 2005 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Mobile phone subscriptions Telephone subscriptions STEP 2 - Write your answer Type your answer here
Some people think that because of email, social media and telephones, communication among people is less personal now than it used to be. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It appears that there is a rise in the number of charity advertisements on both television and the Internet. What can be the reason for this? Is this a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Television has had a significant influence on the culture of many societies. To what extent would you say that television has positively or negatively affected the cultural development of your society?Use your own knowledge and experience and support your
Some people say that family is the most powerful influence in a child’s development. Others say that factors such as television, friend, and music play a greater role. Discuss both and give opinion.
You relocated to a new country for work. Write to your previous co-worker. In your letter
– Tell him/her where you live in the new country
– Describe how you feel
– Explain what you are doing at work
– Invite him/her for a visit.
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the band players was very good.You want to tell how you feel.Write a letter to the band player.
In your letter:
Say how you feel about his/her performance
Give details of your music-related activities
Explain how you would like him/her to help you with you music-related activities
In many countries, an increase in crime has been blamed on violent images on television and in computer and video games. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Watching television has positive effects on children. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
You have recently started working in a new company. Write a letter to your English Speaking friend. In you letter
• Explain why you changed jobs
• Describe your new job
• Tell him/her your other news
The bar charts show the details the percentage of two types of television programmes, namely reality and game shows watched by males and females in different age groups in Australia.
Some people believe that reading books is more beneficial for children’s development than watching television or playing computer games. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your friend from overseas is coming to visit you next month. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, tell them what they need to bring tell them what they will be doing during the time they are visiting warn them about some things that might be challenging
To many parts in the world there is continuous coverage of sports opr television. some believe that this discourages young from taking part discuss both and give your opinion.
You travelled to another city on business last week, and there was a problem with
your hotel room.
Write to the hotel manager. In your letter…
- Tell the manager about the problems you had
- Explain to them how you feel about what happened
- Let them know what actions you would like them to take.
Some people say that parents have the most important role in a child's development. However, others argue that other things like television or friends have the most siginificant influence. Discuss both views and opine.
you use the local swimming pool often,and during one of your visits,you have encountered a promblem write a letter to the mananger describe what the promblem was tell what the swimming pool staff have done about it suggest your solution to the problem
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?
Some people say that parents have the most important role in a child‘s development. However, others argue that other things like television or friends have the most significant influence. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Television is dangerous because it destroys family life and any sense of community; instead of visiting peop/e or talking with our family we just watch television. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You attend a sports class at your local sports center. Unfortunately, you cannot ontinue to attend this class
Write a letter to your sports teacher. In your letter
- Say which class you are attending
- Explain why you cannot continue to attend this class
- Tell him/her what you have enjoyed about this class
**Watching a live performance such as a play, concert, or sporting event is more enjoyable than watching the same event on television.**
**To what extent do you agree or disagree?**
Some people say that it is possible to tell a lot about a person’s culture and character from their choice of clothes while others think one can’t be judged on the basis of one’s clothes. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Some scientists believe that studying of behavior of three-year-old children can tell which children would grow up to be criminals. To what extent in your opinion is a crime a product of human nature? Is it possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals?
You need a recommendation letter from your former university teacher. Write a letter to your teacher: • Give him the reasons for asking for the recommendation letter. • Give him/her details about your personal and academic background that can be added to your letter. • Tell him/ her about your future plans
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.
You have just finished your master’s degree and need to leave your current part-time job to search for full-time employment.
Write a letter to your current employer. In your letter:
– explain why you will not be able to pursue a full-time job in his/her company
– say why you’ve enjoyed working for him/her
– tell him/her how much longer you will continue to work for him/her.
You bought a ticket to a music concert. However, you are unable to go, so you decide to offer your ticket to a friend.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:-
- Tell your friend the details about the concert.
- Explain why you are unable to go.
- Explain how your friend can receive your ticket.
Some people think the news has no connection to people's lives, so then it is a waste of time to read the news in the newspaper and watch television news programs. To what extent do you agree or disagr
The chart illustrates the percentage of people using different media to access news in 2013, 2015, and 2017. Four types of media are compared: television, newspapers, radio, and the internet.
The bar chart illustrates the total number of minutes (in billions) of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three categories: local - fixed line, national and international - fixed line, and mobiles (all calls), from 1995 to 2002.
Children of ages 7-11 now spend more time watching television and/or playing video games than before. What are the effects of this on children, family and society?What are the possible solutions to this situation ?
ELast 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 that you can learn more about another country by watching television programmes and films about it than by actually visiting it. How true is this statement? Is there anything you can learn about another country by visiting it that you cannot learn by watching progammes and films about it? Give reasons for your answers and include any revelant examples from your own experience.
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?
Some people think that children should not watch telvision as it has negative effects while some people believe that they should watch television as it helps them in their future. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Television is good for you. Discuss advantage and disadvantages of watching television?
Many people believe that family has the strongest influence on a child’s development, while others believe that external factors such as television, friends and music play a big role. Discuss both views
TASK 1
A friend has written you to ask for advice about a problem at work. You have had a similar problem in the past.
Write a letter to your friend.
• Tell your friend you understand the problem
• Explain what happened to you in the past
• Suggest possible solutions to the problem.
Write at least 150 words
You do not need to write any addresses,
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …..
You are due to start a new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems.
Write a letter to your new employer. In your letter:
- explain your situation
- describe your problems
- tell him/her when you think you can start
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
These days, watching television is quite a common habit for many people. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Watching television has negative effects on families. Use specific ideas and examples to support your opinion.
some people think that children should not watch television as it has negative effects while some people believe that they should watch television as it helps them in their future. discuss both views and give your opinion.cc
Your family recently decided to sell their car, and not get anotehr one. Write an email to a friend telling them about living without a car. In your email you should; explain why your family decided to sell the car, describe how you will travel around in the future, say what might be difficult about not having a car.