You are a student living in university accommodation. The heating has not worked for some
time. Write a letter to the management. In your letter Explain why you complain;
Describe the problems
Tell what you want them to do
some bussinesses find that their new employees lack in basic interpersonal skills such as lack of ability to work with colleagues as a team.What are the causes and suggest possible solutions.
Information technology is changing many aspect of our lives and now dominates our home, leisure and work activities. To what extent do the benefits of information technology outweigh the disadvantages?
You have been doing some voluntary work to help your local community. However, now you are unable to continue doing the work.
Write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you have been working.
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
You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken.
Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter
● describe the problem with the equipment
● explain what happened when you phoned the shop
● say what you would like the manager to do.
Some реор/е think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of а university should Ье to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to аn employer. What, in your opinion, should Ье the main function of а university?
You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter,
explain why you have changed your job
describe your new job
tell him/her your other news
Public museums and art galleries are not necessary because nowadays people can see the historical objects and works of art in these places on the Internet. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
A friend from another country is moving to your city for work. He/she has asked you for advice about living in your city.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
* suggest an interesting part of the city to live in
* describe the public transport in your city
* say how your friend can meet new people there
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ______________,
People now have the freedom to work and live anywhere in the world due to the development of communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Most modern families have both parents working and as a result children spend less and less tie with their parent. What is the reason for this? what problems can this cause?
Some people think the increasing use of technology in the workplace is good for young people’s prospects of gaining a job are harder for old people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are a current student of Loren Brusque University, studying Business Administration. You want to apply for the post of Quality Assurance Manager you have recently seen on the university's notice board.
Write a letter to Mr. Walker, and
•Give your reason for writing
• Tell about your education
• Describe your work experience and explain why you would be suitable for the job.
Write at least 150 words.
You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part time. Write a letter to your boss.
One of your friends wants to apply for a job that involves working with foreign teenagers. Write a letter of recommendation for him/her. In your letter, express: how well you know your friend what qualifications he/she has why you think she would be suitable for the job
Many companies are strongly against having personal relationships in the workplace and impose strict policies against it. Do you agree or disagree with this practice?
Your workplace requires an interpreter to translate from one language to another during meetings. Write a letter to your manager.
In your letter
recommend someone to act as an interpreter;
explain why the person is qualified for that role;
say how the person can be contacted.
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employee rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What is the disadvantage of being self-employee?
Professional workers like doctors’ nurses and teachers make a greater contribution to the society, so they should be paid more than sports and entertainment personalities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
: You work for an international company and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another company Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: - Explain why you want to work in the company’s head office for six months - Say how your work could be done while you are away - Ask for his/her help in arranging it
Unemployment among young people is a serious problem.One solution has been suggested is to shorten the working week. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages? Do you think this policy should apply to just young workers or the whole workforce?
Some poeple say it is important to keep your home and your workplace tidy, with everything organised and in the correct place. What is your opinion about this?
You and your family are moving to another country for work, and you are looking to buy a house there.
Write a letter to a property agent. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself and your family
• Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find
• Give your preference for the location of the accommodation
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
To Whom it May Concern,
Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should beto give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What ,in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
Some people prefer to work the same type of job throughout their lifetime, while others like to change the type of job they do. Which one is your preference? Give your opinion and bring reasons to support it
Many believe that being good at a sport is result of talent while others think that it comes from hard work. Discuss both use abg give your reasons.
Many people today work long hours, leaving them with little time for leisure activities. Why ia this happened? What problem does it cause?
Some people believe that it is important to spend time developing a successful career. Others argue that it is more important to spend time with friends and family than at work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for his/her.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves
say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her
explain how to apply for the job
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear...............,
Companies that have a long average working time are more economically successful than those companies that do not have a long working time. Do you agree or disagree?
You live in an English-speaking country and you want to so some voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which organizes such trips.
In your letter:
- Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long.
- Explian why you want to do the voluntary work.
- State what your skilld and experience are.
In some developing countries, it is difficult to get good teachers to work in rural area which can have a negative impact on the education of children in those rural communities. Why do you think good teachers do not want to work in rural areas in development countries? What could be done to solve this problem?
You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want asl your manager about this.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• explain why you want to take time off work
• give a details of the amount of time you need
• suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
Research has shown that spending much less time in workplace can reduce the use of energy. Thus, some companies close for some days a week. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages.
Write a letter to the restaurant, applying for the job. In your letter:
•explain what you are currently doing
• describe your suitability for this area of work
• say when you can attend an interview
Scientists believe that eating fast food is harmful to one’s health. Some people think that education can help them change that bad habit. Others, however, argue that education does not work. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual wellbeing. What factors contribute to job satisfaction? How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. (
The chart below gives information on the number of workers in different occupations who migrated to Australlia between 2009 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You work in an international company. Write a letter to the manager for allowing extra hours off during work time to attend family celebration. In your letter, you should
Explain why you want to take a day off
Suggest how your work could be covered while you are away.
Some people say that it is better to work for a large company than a small one. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people say that the only way to guarantee a good job is to complete a course of university education. Others claim that it is better to start work after school and gain experience in the world of work. Discuss both view and give your own oppinion?
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self employment?
Some people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination while others think that there are more important facts such as money and appearance. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries senior positions have higher salaries compared to those of young workers of the same company. Some people think this isn't justified. Do you agree or disagree?
You work for an international company. You have seen an advertisement for a training course which will be useful for your job.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
-Describe the training course you want to do
-Explain what the company could do to help you
-Say how the course will be useful for your job
Write a recommendation letter for your friend who is applying for a job. In your
letter, please say
- How long do you know him/her?
- What are the main qualities of your friend?
- What is his/her work experience?
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
These days, more father's stay at home and take of their children, and mother's go to work. What could be the reasons for this? Do you believe that this a positive or negative development?
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job.
Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter
describe the problem with the equipment
explain how this problem is affecting your work
say what you want the shop or company to do
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,