In some countries an increasing number of people r 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 what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
some people believe that study is important to get success. others say that there is no relation between study and success. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people think that the best ways to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, howerver, believe there are better alternative ways to reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.(phuong)
You have been invited to attend an interview for a place on a course of study at a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot go to the interview at the time they wish.
Write a letter to the admissions tutor. In your letter
•explain why you cannot keep the appointment
•apologise and offer to arrange a new appointment
•ask how long the interview will be, and whether there will be any tests during it
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Nowadays a growing number of boys and girls within normal weight rannges have an intense fear of gaining weight and therefore get anorexia. Why do you think a lot of teenagers have a strong desire to be skinny? What can be done to prevent this eating disorder
Children can learn effectively through watching TV. Therefore children should be encouraged to watch TV regularly both at home and at school. To what extend do you agree or disagree? write a passage ,at least 250 words.
Some companies sponsor sport and sports stars as a way to advertise themselves. Some people think it is good, while others think there are disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries, there is a problem with declining quality of air and water for both industry and construction. What measures coulb be taken to prevent this?
All parents want the best opportunity for their children. There are some people who think schools should teach children skills but others think having a huge range of subjects is better for a child's future. Discuss both sides and give your opinion?
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work. write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. in this letter:
-describe the situation .
-explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
-say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Some people feel that public money should not be spent on cultural amenities such as museums, theaters and art festivals. How important do you think these things are to society as a whole? Are there any areas which are more important for the governments to fund?
People buy a product if it fulfills their needs; there is no need for advertisement. To what extent do you agree or disagree with it?
It is difficult to experience a country fully as a tourist in a hotel. To appreciate and understand a country, a person needs to live there. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the past, the role of teacher was to provide information. Today students have access to wide sources of information. There is , therefore, no role of teachers modern education. Do you agree or disagree?
In many cities, an increasing number of people do not know their neighbors and there is no sense of community anymore. What do you think are the causes of this lack of sense of community? Suggest measures that might deal with this situation.
In recent years, there has been an increasing trend of people from cities buying second homes in the countryside. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
In some cities, there are few controls over the design and construction of new homes and office buildings , so people can build in whatever they like. Do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Companies are responsible only for making money for their investors. Therefore, they should not be held accountable for the environmental and social costs of their business activity to society as a whole. Businesses should do no more than concentrate on making profit. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
With the increase of digital information available online, the role of the library has become obsolete. Therefore universities should only procure digital materials rather than constantly update textbooks. Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this position and give your own point of view.
Some people are afraid to leave the house because of crime. Some believe that more can be done to prevent crimes, while others think there is little that can be done. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You are studying a short course in another country. Your accommodation was arranged by the course provider. But there is a major problem with the accommodation.
Write a letter to the course provider.
Nowadays there is more and more competition between older and younger people for the same jobs. What problems does this create? How can they be solved?
You recently visited a theatre and had an accident there. The staff were very helpful. Write a letter to the manager giving good feedback.
In your letter, you should tell:
– and describe the accident
– how the staff helped you
– how similar situations could be prevented in the future.
Bringing in foreign workers to fill positions that domestic workers are unwilling to do can ause problems in the local community and should therefore be stopped. To what extent do you agree with this?
Usually, cities have more crime and disorder than rural areas in countries. There are several main reasons for this. This essay discusses why crime is high by area and how it can be eliminated.
Interviews form the basic selecting criterion for most large companies. However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, there is trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it iss harmfull to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You live in a room in college which you share with another student.
However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it
very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter,
• describe the situation
• explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
• say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Many people believe it is good for male and female students to be taught in the same class. However, there are others who think separating them would bring more advantages. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many doctors say that people in today’s world do not enough physical exercise. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures are there to this problem?
Today, people can use the internet to learn about the culture and lifestyle of the people of other countries. So, there is no need to travel to other countries to learn their culture. Do you agree or disagree?
The first car appeared on British roads in 1888. By the year 2000 there may be as many as 29 million vehicles on British roads. Alternative forms of transport should be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think the money spent in developing the technology for space exploration is not justified. There are more beneficial ways to spend this money. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The table shows the income and expenditure of Brooklyn Hall, the building used to hire in over tThe table gives information about the total income and consumption of Brooklyn Hall in each place for 3 years. Overall, the profit of the hall has reduced in each year significantly.Also, the hire of rooms has the main amount of money in the period. Firstly, the hire of rooms had some small drop and rise but it can be considered steady. In contrast,the cafe had a gradual increase. In addition, the funding for the council tower was 20000 pounds but it dropped to 15000 pounds. On the other hand, funding of bodies had the same situation and it had a fall from 22000 to 20000 pounds in the second year and in the third year, it was 7000 pounds less than the first year. Moreover, the total income had a steady rise and started at 72000 and ended at 78000 pounds. However, the expenditure increased more, Therefore the profit decreased in every year and became 9 times less ( from 9000 to 1000 pounds).he period of three years.
Some say now we can see films on our phones, there is no need to go to cinema, other says to be fully enjoyed films need to be seen in a cinema. What is your opinion?
Some people believe that it is important to give gifts and presents to friends and family to show that we care about them. Others believe that there are better ways to show that we care about them. *Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In recent years, there has been a rise in the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. What are the consequences of doping for athletes? What measure should be taken to combat this issue?
Some believe that sport competitions are a source of emotional stress for young people. Therefore, youth should be banned from participating in sport competitions. Do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Advances in technology and automation have reduced the need for manual labour. Therefore working hours in offices and factories should be reduced. 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.
There Is a public event coming up in your town. Write a letter to your Mend who you think would be interested to take part in it. In your letter
Describe the event.
Say why you think he / she would be interested.
Suggest an arrangement to meet there with him / her.
Research shows that overeating is as harmful to people's health as smoking. Therefore, the advertisements of certain food products should be banned, as the ads of cigarettes are banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The supplied bar chart illustrates the proportion of adult male smokers in seven different nations along with the world average in the period 2000 and 2015. Overall, in contrast, the number of male smokers was less in 2015 rather than in the year 2000. Generally speaking, in the term 2000, Armenia calculated the high number of male smokers, while, Australia had around 30% of male smokers in their country. Similarly, Egypt and Lebanon contains the equal amount of male smokers around 35%. In Cuba, a fractional decrease can be seen in the population of male smokers. Furthermore, in the span of 2015, some countries show decrement in adult smokers, especially Bangladesh had shown a decrease in smokers from over 60% to about 40%. On the other hand, there is a slight expansion in the number of smokers in the countries like Egypt and Lebanon. Moreover, the three nations show the same amount of smokers at around 50% in countries like Armenia, Egypt and Cuba.
A friend from another coutry moving to your city for work. he asked you to advise about living in your city.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
1. suggest an interesting part of the city to live in. - beautiful river , italian restaurants , different culture
2. describe the public transport in your city. - 5 minute bus service , convenient, affordable pass , all day pass.
3. say how your friend can meet new people there. - Visit shops , bars and art gallery ,join tourist group destination.
Some people are afraid to go out for fear of being robbed on the streets.Still there are robberies that happen inside houses.What do you think is the best things that a person can do to ensure his or her own security.Use specific reason and examples to support your answers.
You are going to another country to study. you would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
Give details of your study plan
Explain why you want to get a part time job
Suggest how your frined could help you find a job.
Some реорlе believe that there should Ье fixed punishments for each type о/ crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances оf an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding оn the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many cities an increaing number of people do not knowtheir neighbours and there is a lack of sense of community. What are the causes of this problem? How can it be solved?
You are a foreign student. You want to join the club or society so that you can enjoy your time when you study there. Write to the student union manager. in your letter
Introduce yourself
Write about your hobbies and interests
Ask for information about clubs and societies
Most people believe money is a very important consideration when chosing a job as it can help you get a better lifestyle; however, there are some believe it is more important to have a job you enjoy and that this, and not money, will lead to greater happiness and a more balanced personal life. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that in the near future there will be no borders between countries, while others feel that national borders will always remain. Discuss both views and give your own opinion