Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in 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. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. You find it very difficult to work there because he or she always has friends visiting. They have parties in the room and sometimes borrow your things without asking you.
Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college and ask for a new room next term. You would prefer a single room. Explain your reasons.
Mrs. Barrette, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs. Barrette. In your letter suggest
how you could help her in her home
why you would like to do this work
when you will and will not available
In some countries, schools arrange work for students without any payment so that students get experiences To what extent it is benefical for students as well as the company?
Some people believe that studying for a university degree is better for an individual's carrer than gaining work experience immediately after high school. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Woman can do everything that men can and they even do it better. They also can do many thing that men cannot. But it is a fact that their work is not appropriated as much as men, although they have to sacrifice a lot to their family and career. What do you think?
Recently some people can work from home using modern technology. Some think this is only benefits workers, but not the employers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart bellow shows what anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologist in work after five years.
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has writlen 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 him/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
In order to truly innovate, continued hard work is more important than intelligence. To what extent do you agree with this statement and why?
In some sectors, employees can work up to the age of 60 and in other sectors, like education, an employee can go on to work till the age of 70. On the other hand, some political leaders continue till 80. Obviously there is some disparity in deciding the correct age for retirement. In your opinion, until what age should people continue work in salary jobs?
in many countries, more and more men are staying at home to look after their children when women work full-time. What are the reasons? Is it positie or negative
Write a letter to your manager because you want to spend six months at the head office of your company in another country.
in the letter
explain why you want to do this
say hor your work could be done while you are away
ask for his/her help in arranging it
The pie charts below show the form of transportation to work normally used by workers in a particular city. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
nformation technology is changing many aspects of our lives and now dominates our home, leisure and work activities. To what extent do the benifits of IT outweigh the disadvantages.
Some people think that competition is good at work or school. Others think that cooperation is important rather than competetion. Dicuss both views along with your opinion.
some people say that teenagers should work part-time and earn money. This way they will learn basic lesson about work abs become more disciplined other argue that teenagers shouldn't sacrifice their rest and after school activities to work. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Some workers retire at the age of 50, while others work until they are 65. At the same time, we can see some politicians enjoying power well into their eighties. Until what ages do you think people should be encouraged to remain in paid employment?
in some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. discuuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this
Some people think thats it's a good idea to socialise with work colleages during evenings and weekend. Other people, think it's important to keep working life completely separate from social life. Discuss both these views and give your opinion
In many countries, more and more men are staying at home to look after their children when women work full-time. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Asking for Information
You live in an English speaking country and you want to do some voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which organizes such trips. In your letter:
Explain why you want to do the voluntary work.
State what your skills and experience are.
Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part time. Write a letter to your boss. In your letter explain why you want to reduce your working hours say which hours you would like to work describe how your part-time studies would benefit your employer You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear…………..,
travel from and to work is becoming more difficult. One solution is that employers should allow employees to work at home. Do you agree that the advantages are more than disadvantages?
Nowadays, more and more employees choose to work remotely, for example from their homes. Many view this as a positive development. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
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 or a waste of time?
Some people say it is improtant to keep your home and your work place tidy, with everything organised and in the correct place. write an essay and give your opinion.
Your company introduced a work uniform that you are mostly happy with, except for one thing. Write a letter to your manager and include the following:
– What do you like about the uniform?
– What don’t you like about the uniform?
– Make suggestions how to improve the uniform.
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their graduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the Anthropologists in work after five years.
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that volunteer work should be a requirement for teenagers in high schools (for instance working for a charity). To what extend do you agree or disagree?
It has been noted that many people who had a big impact on the world gave themselves completely to their work and did not bother with the idea of “work-life balance”. To what extent should people try to have a good work-life balance? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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
Some people believe that hard work and determination are important in achieving success.Many people on the other hand are of the opinion that other factors play a vital role. Discuss both views and state your own opinion.
you have read an article about the company you work for in a business magazine. Some of the information in the article is wrong.
write a letter to your manager. in your letter
- give details of the business magazine.
- Explain what information about your company is wrong.
- Suggest what you think your manager could do.
write at least 150 words
There is an annual work party next month, which is held every year.
Write a letter to your colleagues to co- arrange the party. In your letter:
• Say what would you do differently than last year
• Say what you think were some of the things not so good last year
• Suggest where to meet to plan for the party.
You are planning a 2 day work training outside your city .
Write to manager of the hotel.
Introduce yourself and your company.
Ask availability of rooms and every arrangement that will be needed.
Today most of work is done by machimes as past humans do . Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this trend .Give your opinion also
Going to University is thought by many to be the best way to secure a good job, on the other hand, some people think that getting work experience and getting a skill is more important. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
In some cultures, children are told they can achieve anything if they work hard. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
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.
Some people believe that unemployed people should be made to work for their welfare/benefit payments. Others, however, see this as a cheap labor. Discuss the possible advantages and disadvantages of making unemployed people take any job. Do you believe that making unemployed people work is a good idea?
some universities deduct mark on a student's work if it is given late. what is your opinion? What alternative actions do you recommend to take
More and more companies are allowing employee to work at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In some countries young people are enncourage to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies.Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this
(2024) 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
give me transcript and bands
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing house work in households in one country betweeb 1920 and 2019 Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have just finished your master’s degree and need to leave your current part-time job to search for full-time employment.
Write a letter to your current employer. In your letter
•explain why you will not pursue a full-time job in his/her company
•say why you’ve enjoyed working for him/her
•tell him/her how much longer you will continue to work for him/her.
The pie chart illustrates the careers that Anthropology students chose after graduation and the table indicates their salaries following 5 years of work in various sectors.