It is not necessary to travel to other places to learn about other cultures of other people. We can learn just as much from books, films, and the internet. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that there will be a reduction in air travel in the future. Do you think that this is a positive or negative development?
You are planning a holiday abroad and will be visiting a town where an old friend lives. You haven't spoken to this friend in a few years. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: •give a brief update of your life since last in touch •Explain why you will be travelling to his/her town • say what you plan to do when you visit their town
Many students choose to take a gap year before starting university, to travel or gain work experience. Do you think is a good idea or a waste of time? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant exaxples from your own knowledge or experience
You are planning to travel and would like someone to take care of your apartment while you are away. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter
•explain why you will be away
•ask your friend to take care of your apartment
•describe the tasks you want your friend to do
The two tables represent the number of exchange students from universities in 5 different countries in Europe: France, Sweden, United Kingdom, Germany, and Netherland, to Australia between 2007 and 2009. Overall, it can be clearly observed that although German student have the fewest number of students in 2007, whereas that of in 2009 become the greatest. To begin with, in 2007, French university student ranked the highest number among other four countries at 61 peoples, followed by Dutch and Swedish students at 36, and 34 respectively. In 2009, at 62 peoples German students was the greatest number that travel to Australia, followed by French and Swedish student at 60 peoples and 42 peoples, respectively. In regards with, Australian students exchange in Europe, at 37 peoples was the highest number of students travel in France in 2007, whereas the number of university students from Australia exchange in France skyrocketed at 58 peoples in 2009. It interesting to note that Australian students travel to Germany and Netherland the least in 2007 and 2009 respectively at 18 peoples in both years.
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. The only people Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
Many people think cheaper air travel should be encouraged because it gives ordinary people to travel further. However, others think this leads to environmental problems, so air travel should be more expansive in order to discourage people to have it. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
One of your friends is planning to visit your country and asking you for some information.
Write a letter to him/her and say:
o when the best time to visit your country is
o suggest a plan for the travel
o recommend places to visit in your country
Today more people than ever are travelling around the world. Some people believe that such travelling helps to broaden people’s minds, while others think it just confirms their prejudices.What is your opinion?
It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural environment, such as the South Pole. What are advantages and disadvantages of this development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The diagram below shows changes in modes of transport chosen by travellers in a European country from 1950 to 1990. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Traveling in a group assisted by a tour guide is the best way to travel. How much do you agree or disagree with this assertion?
Many students choose to take a gap year before starting university, to travel or gain work experience. Do you think this is a good idea ora waste of time?
In recent years many local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centers to do their shopping. Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people think that Ina city, the best way to travel by car, while other people argue that bicycles are a better way of traveling in a city. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some young people look forward to a year of travelling , a ‘gap year ‘ , before they begin work or university and see it as a chance to broaden their horizons. For others this is an expensive waste of time . Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? After completing high school, students should take at least a year off to work or travel before they begin studying at a university. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people think that when a person travels into a different cultures they should adopt to the local practices and customs. To what extent do u agree?
You have been invited to a networking conference for your field of work. Write a letter to your immediate manager. In your letter:
· Describe the invitation you received and why it is important to you
· Explain why the conference would be beneficial for you and the company
· Ask for the company for time off to attend and to cover some of the travel costs
n the past, most people used to travel to their place of work. With increased use of computers, the internet and smartphones, more and more people are starting to work from home. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
Some students tend to travel after finishing school and spend time working somewhere instead of going to the university directly. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? (May 2021) Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The bar chart illustrates the number of travelers to Australia from five different countries in January 2019 and January 2020.
Some people think that it is necessesary to travel abroad to learn about other countries but others think that it is not necessesary to travel abroad because all the information can be seen on Tv and the internet. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people prefer to travel around town by car, while others prefer public transport such as bus, trains, subway. Which one do you prefer? What are the advantages of both choices? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table below gives information about the average annual distance travelled by adults and the types of travel in 1977 and 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
in some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finshing high school and starting university studies. discuss the advantages and disavantages for young people who decide to do this.
You are organizing a family holiday.
Write a letter to a travel agency. In your letter:
- Explain your travel plans.
- Detail your requirements for accommodation and activities.
- Ask for recommendations and availability.
Some students take a year off between finishing school and starting university to travel or work. Do the advantages of taking a gap year outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below shows numbers of incidents and injuries per 100 million passenger miles travelled (PMT) by transportation type in 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Information technology enables many people to do their work outside their workplace (e.g. at home, when travelling, etc.). Do the benefits of this mobility outweigh the disadvantages? #244
You are planning to visit another city and your friend knows some people who live there and
has suggested you contact them.
Write to these people. In your letter
• enquire about good restaurants suitable for a budget traveller
• enquire about places of interest to visit during your trip
• suggest that you meet during your stay
You are planning a birthday party and want to invite a friend who lives in another city. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
Tell your friend about the party
Give details about the date, time, and location
Suggest travel and accommodation arrangements
It is sometimes said that the travel broaden the mind. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
nowadays it is more convenient and easier to travel to other countries. is this a postive or negative development ? give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because consumers travel to large shopping centres or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Some people thing that the best way to reduce time spent in traveling to work is to replace gardens and park close to the city center with apartments and building for the commuters, other disagree. Discuss both the views and give your opinion
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside thes vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehivles outweigh the disadvantages?
Some peole say that travel help us to appreciate other cultures. How true is this statement? Do you think that people who travel a lot appreciate other cultures more than those who stay at home
The shows the main methods of transportation for people traveling to a university for work or study in 2004 and 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons wherever relevant.
some people believe that air travel should be restricted becouse it causes serious pollution and uses up the world's fuel resources. do you agree or disagree?
As technology advances, travelling to space is likely to become an option for holiday makers in the future. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of space tourism.
In the future, all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think te advantages of driverless vechicles outweigh the disadvantages.?
The graph below shows the average number of UK commuters travelling each day ‘by car, bus or train between 1970 and 2030
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advatantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
International travelers can cause problems in the countries to which they travel. On the other hand, international travelers can bring real advantages with them. Do the problems international travelers cause greater than the advantages they bring?
As technology advances, travelling to space is likely to become an option for holiday makers in the future. What do you think are advantages and disavantages of space tourism?
Scientists and tourists can travel to the remote natural environment such as the south pole. Do you think the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
Public transportation is a great way to travel, particularly within a metropolis. The metro is the most convenient way to get around a city. Do you agree or disagree?