Today, people in many countries can live and work anywhere they choose, because of improved communication technology and transport. Do the advantages of this development outweight the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your on knowledge or experience
•Countries with a long average working time are more economically successful than those countries which do not have a long working time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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 decide to start their own busniess instead of working hour for a company or organization. Do the advantages for people working for their own business outweigh the disadvantages?
It is often difficult for young people to find a good job without previous work experience. Government should encourage employers to choose young people when they need new workers. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people hesitate between getting a job and starting their own business. While the idea of not having a boss and working on one's own schedule may sound tempting, financial risks and stress sometimes outweigh these advantages. In your opinion what are the pros and cons of working in a company?
Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or oganisation. Why might be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to trav a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.el to or work in
The charts below show the percentage of workers in the sectors across four countries in 1980 and 2010.
Some people believe that unpaid community services should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example, working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think although countries with long average working hours are economically successful, this often has some negative social consequences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel or to work in a foreign language. Others say that these are not the only reasons why. Someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that it is a good idea for young people to take a year off to travel or work between high school and university. Others say it is better for students to go straight on to university after graduating from high school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The only way to reduce the amount of traffic in cities today is by reducing the need for people to travel from home for work, education or shopping. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some organisations believe that their employees should dress smartly. Others value quality of work above appearance. 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.
The graph shows the percentage of Australian workforce in five industries between 1962 and 2012. Summarise the informaton 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 finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young adults who decide to do this.
You learned the news from your friend regarding a part time job at a new international company near your house. Write a letter to the manager of the company in your letter, you should:
Explain why you need that job give detailed suggest the time that you can work.
You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter,
•explain why you want to take time off work
•give details of the amount of time you need
•suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
The graph and table show the number of individuals’ working hours and the number of paid holidays from 1998 to 2004.
The chart shows the proportion of working age adults in four countries from 1980 to 2015.
Some people think that new technology always improves the lives of workers. Other people believe that it results in disadvantages for workers. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the main purpose of school and university education should be to prepare people for work. Others, however, think that the true role of education is to make us better citizens. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the best way to reduce the fourth dimension spent in travelling to work is to replace parks and gardens close to the city center with buildings apartments for commuters, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own public opinion
Getting promotions is one of the biggest drives for people to apply themselves and work hard in the modern workplace. Why do you think people are so driven to get promotions? What other factors influence people to work hard? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The most essential component of a person's life is his or her time at the workplace, and life turns meaningless once no job satisfaction is obtained. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You work for an international company and you need some time off to attend a family celebration. Write a letter to the company's manager. In your letter:
-give details of the celebration
- explain the reason why you need time off
- suggest a way to have your work done during that time
The graph below shows the different modes of transport used to travel to and from work in one European city in 1960, 1980 and 2000.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic: In many countries, children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. What are your opinions on this issue?
Some people belive that no one should be allowed to continue working after the age of 65. However, others say there shouldn't be a limitation on age and anyone should be allowed to work regardless of their age. Discuss both the views, give your own opinion and include relevant examples.
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
• e x p l a i n what t h e c o m p a n y could d o t o help y o u
• s a y how the course will b e useful for your job
Write a letter to a friend who worked at your previous company. You have moved to a new job in a new city.
Describe your city
Describe your job
Describe the arrangements for him to visit you
Some students prefer to take a gap year between high school and university, to work or to travel. Do the advantage of this outweigh the disadvantage?
a lot of places in the work rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not well-managed. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
Some people believe that school children should do their class work individually. Other people believe that sometimes class work should be done in small groups. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have a problem with a recently hired employee in your workplace. Write a letter to the HR manager. In your letter:
Describe the problem the new employee has caused
Explain how other employees about the new employee’s conduct
Say how you expect the HR manager to address the situation.
Some people participate in extra‐curricular activities such as volunteering in charitable events or joining dance groups to gain more knowledge and experience. Others simply focus on their goals such as academic studies or work. Which do you think helps in improving a person’s knowledge and experience and why?
You work (or an international company, and would like to spend six months
working in its head office in anothor country.
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 or her help in arranging it
You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter
Explain why you changed job
Describe your new job
tell himlher your other news
There is now a shortage of physicians and teachers in job within the excess of those who work in IT fields. What are the reasons and to what consequences this development can lead us?
museums and art galleries will not be needed because people can see historical objects and works of art by using a computer. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion
A young person will start work at your office next month to gain work experience. Write a letter to him/her.
In your letter
▪️Inform him/her about the work that needs to be done at the office;
▪️Explain what he/she is supposed to do on the first day;
▪️Suggest what he/she should bring to work
some people prefer to be self-employed, whereas other like working for companies or institution. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches which do you think is a better approach.
yo have worked for c company for a short time during your college course. Write a letter to the head of the department expressing your gratitude . in your letter , your should:
thank the head of the department
expalin how this has helped you
say what your future palns are
Some people prefer to work in the same type of job throughout their lifetime while others like to change the type of jon they do. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Getting promotion is one of the biggest drives to apply themselves and work hard in the modern work place. Why do you think people are so driven to get promotion? What other factors influence people to work hard?
Many people think that museums and art galleries should only show work from local artist rather than work from other countries. Do you agree or disagree?
In the past, most working people had only one job. However, nowadays, more and more people have more than one job at the same time. What are the reasons for this development? What are the advantages and disadvantages of having more than one job?
Some people say that the only reason for learning foreign language is in order to trawel or to work in foreign country. Others say that this are not only the reason why someone should learn foreign language. Discuss both this views and give your own opinion.
Some people think companies should employ old people to work as they have a lot of working experience. Others, however, think it is better to recruit young people. Discuss both views and give your opinion.