Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree whit this statement?
Some people think that developed countries have a higher responsibility to combat climate change than developing countries. Others believe that all countries should have the same responsibilities towards protecting the environment. 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.
It is better to be a member of a group than to be the leader of a group. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Some people believe that academic knowledge is the key to success, while others think that practical skills are more important. Do you agree or disagree?
Due to the increasing density of living areas in a city, most resident are suffering from physical and social dangers. Consequently they are against living in the city. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the counryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or negative development.
Some employers reward member of staff for their exceptional contributions to the company by giving them extra money. This practice can act as an incentive for some but may also have a negative impact on others. To what extent is this style of management effective? Are there better ways of encouraging employees to work hard?
People drink more and more sugar-based drinks. What is the reason why more and more people consume suger-based drinks? How to reduce the consumption of sugar-based drinks?
Over the last few decades, the media has promoted the image of young thin women as being ideal. What problems has this caused? What solutions can you suggest to this issue?
International marketing is sometimes seen as invasive and an intrusion into the country in question. Others argue that it is a necessary and economical form of education in addition to spreading ideas, language and culture. Discuss both views and then give your opinion
These days, in some countries, an increasing number of young adults are choosing to spend their whole weekend inside their own homes. Why do you think this is happening? Is this a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, the ratio of diseases triggered by manufactured foods has been increasing around the world. However, many people still prefer to eat them as the staple due to the inexpensive price. I strongly agree with the opinion that processed foods should be made more expensive than now.
Some people think it is more beneficial to take part in sports which are played in teams life football, while others think individual sports like tennis and Swimming is better. Discuss both views and give Your Opinion
it is more important to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on treatment of people who are alerady ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Government investment in the arts, such as music and theater ,is a waste of money . Government must the money in public services instead. To what extend do you agree with this situation?
Childhood obesity is an increasing problem in Australia. As many as tow thirds of children are now obese. Schools have a responsibility to monitor what their students eat and the amount of exercise they do. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
In many countries, a small number of people have extremely high annual incomes. These people should be required to pay a much higher rate of income tax. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You would like to join the local orchestra.
Write a letter of application to the orchestra. In the letter:
– Introduce yourself and your instrument of choice
– Explain how your credentials make you a good candidate
– Express your enthusiasm for music
You have just read an article in our national newspaper which claims that town centers in your country all look very similar to each other. You don't fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter
See which point in the article you agree with.
Explain ways in which your town center is different from most other town centers.
Offer to give a guy to her of your town to the writer of the article.
Some people think that the money used to preserve historic buildings and artefacts should came from goverment funds, while others believe that private organisations and individuals should pay for this. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The maps show changes in the village of Meadowside and the town of Fonton from 1962 to now. Write a report of at least 150 words describing the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
In the last century, urban development has focused on building tall building as opposed to wide flat ones. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages
Nowadays, for many people, shopping is leisure activity rather than something that needs to be done out of necessity. What problem can this cause? What can be done to resolve it?
Employers should give their staff at least a 4- week holiday a year to make employees better at their jobs. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Unemployment rates are increasing in many countries. What are the causes of this issue, and what steps can governments and individuals take to reduce unemployment?
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her. Write a letter to Chris’s parents. In your letter •Say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party •Explain why you won’t be able to attend the party. •Give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time.
Recycling is the solution to our environment problem. Do you agree or disagree? Support your answer with details and examples .
Some people believe that individuals who earn a lot of money are the most successful in life. Others say that individuals who contribute to society (such as scientists or teachers) are more successful. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You want to join a gym. Write a letter to the gym manager. Include:
• ask about membership
• ask about the schedule
• ask about the price
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. odilo To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The graph below shows the fertility rate of women in different Gulf Countries from 1990 to 2000. Write a report describing the information in the graph below.
The growth of online shopping will one day lead to stops in towns and cities closing. Do you agree or disagree?
Famous people sometimes have problems because the media pay too much attention to their private lives. Some people think newspapers should be allowed to publish information about them. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, people are no longer allowed to smoke in many public places and office buildings. Do you think this is a good rule or a bad rule?
Some people think overcrowding in large cities can be reduced by building skyscrapers, while others think the problem can be solved by encouraging people to move to countryside. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
You recently visited a local sports club and found some issues with the facilities. Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter:
- Explain why you visited the club
- Describe the issues you found
- Suggest improvements
There is a historical building in your town and the city council wants to pull it down because there is no money for repairs. You are not happy with this decision.
Write a letter to the city council and say
Why is the building important?
Suggest a solution to finance the repairs.
You have recently noticed that your work computer is getting too slow and out-of-date.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
-explain the problems with your computer
-give some examples of how this has affected your work
-make some suggestions for what can be done to help adress this issue
You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your
aunt lives in one of the cities you will be visiting.
Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter:
• Tell her about your holiday plans
• Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip
• Explain how you will make it up to her
TOPIC : The movement of people to cities is one of the biggest problems facing many cities today. Discuss the main causes. What solutions can be used to tackle the situation?
you recently attended a meeting at a hotel.When yu returned home you found you had left some important papers at the hotel.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel.In your letter
say where youy think you left the papers
explain why they are so important
tell the manager what you want him/her to do.
You have just learned that your friend has recently become engaged.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
● tell him/her how you found out
● explain how you feel about the news
● organise to meet your friend for a celebration
The two maps illustrate the changes of a school campus from 1985 to 2012
People visiting other countries should adapt to the customs and behaviours expected there. They should not expect the host country to welcome different customs and behaviours. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
An international company is offering a temporary job for work experience, write a letter to apply for that job. You need to explain
-where did you find this information
-why you want to apply this job
-what qualification you have
-what position you want to apply
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#job
#work
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#information
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#qualification
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Write a 250-word essay on the following topic (vocabulary is on the page 8): It is important for people to take risks, in both their professional lives and personal lives. Do the advantages of taking these risks outweigh the disadvantages?
Many doctors recommend that older people exercise regularly, but most patients do not follow an exercise routine. Why do you think this happens? How can people be encouraged to exercise regularly?
The graph below shows the satisfaction raiting of the staff in four colledges from 1991 to 2002
Some people think that interview is not reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The graph below shows the number of overseas visitors who came to the USA for different purpose between 1989 and 2009.