In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centres or malls to do thier shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?
The chart below shows what anthrop[ology graduates from one university did after fininshing thier undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after 5 years
In the last 20 years, there have been significant developments in the field of information (IT) , for example the worldwide web and communication by email. However , future developments in IT are likely to have More negative effects than positive? To what extent do you agree with this view.
The table illustrates the cost of three environmental projects for sustainable forestry in the next five years. The pie chart, on the other hand, depicts four sectors allocated in the project in the first year.
The pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two different years.
The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library20 years ago and how it looks now.
The diagram below shows the floor plan of a publlic library 20 years ago and how it looks now
Some people think that teenage years are the happiest times of most people's live. Others think that adult life brings more happiness in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Ownership of mobile phones has risen dramatically in recent years despite the potentially harmful effects they may have on our health and society. Governments should introduce measures to restrict ownership of mobile phones to those who need them for their work. To what extent fo you agree or disagree with this statement?
n recent years, there has been a rise in the popularity of second-hand clothing amongst the younger generation. Why is this happening? Do you think it’s a positive or negative development?
The number of children that read books for fun has dropped dramatically in recent years. What are the reasons for this? How can we encourage children to read more?
The charts below show the percentage of food budget the average family spent on restaurant meals in different years. The graph shows the number of meals eaten in fast food restaurants and sit-down restaurants. The charts below show the percentage of food budget the average family spent on restaurant meals in different years. The graph shows the number of meals eaten in fast food restaurants and sit-down restaurants.
You have been working in a company for the last two years. Recently, your computer in the office has started giving some problems and it is affecting your work performance. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, describe the problem explain how it is affecting your work write what you want him to do regarding it You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Science advanced so much that it can now make it possible for people to live 100 years or even 200 years. Some people think it’s a good thing, while others think it is bad. Discuss both these views and write your opinion.
Some people believe that it is good for students to have the same teacher for several years other think students benefits more from having new teachers each years which do you think is better? Give specific reason to support your opinion.
The chart below gives information on the percentage of British people giving money to charity for the years 1990 and 2010. Summarise the information by selectig and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
A hundred years ago, people think that the human race is steadily improving in every area of life. Nowadays, there is no certainty of this case. In which areas do you think we have made important progress nowadays? In which areas do you think we should do more?
The two line graphs below show New Zealand import figures from Australia and Japan in the years 1994 - 2004. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the amounts of waste produced by three companies over a period of 15 years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
the table below shows the result of a survey that asked 60800 scottish (aged 16 years and over )whether they had taen part in different cultural activities in the past 12 months
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now ‘one big traffic jam’. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can government take to discourage people from using their cars?
The chart below gives information on the percentage of British people taking holidays at home, abroad, or both, or no holidays for the years 2014 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In recent years, responsible tourists have paid attention to preserving both the culture and the environment of the place they visit. However, some people say that it is impossible to be a responsible tourist. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar graph above shows average earnings in the Republic of Ireland in 5 different years, with projections for the future. Earnings are in US dollars ($). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children’s sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public. Write a letter to the company. In your letter,
describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team
summarize the benefits of paying for the concerts
say how you think the company should spend the money
The chart below shows the number of films produced by five countries in three years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centers or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?
In recent years cosmetic surgery is talk of the town some people said it's a good development while others opose it. What is your opinion
The charts below give information about USA marriage and divorce rates between 1970 and 2000 and the marital status of adult Americans in two of the years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts give information about the percentage of men and women who had driving licences in one European country in various years.
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping center or mall to do their shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?
The table below gives information about the amount of tax collected (as % of GDP) in five countries for 4 years between 1975 and 2005 Summarise the data and
During last twenty years, the assessment of students has undergone a major transformation. Many educational institutions have shifted their focus from traditional examination towards variety of innovative assessment techniques, as they believe traditional examination results are not often true to student's ability. To what extent do you agree with this?
The oie charts below show the comparison of different kinds of energy consumption of the UK in two years
The position of women in society has changed markedly in the last twenty years. many of the problems young people now experience such as juvenile delinquency, arise from the fact that many married women now work and are not at home to care for their children. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this option?
In recent years, ''responsible tourists'' have paid attention to preserving both culture and environment of the places they visit. However, some people say that it is impossible to be a ''responsible tourist''. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that eighteen years old is the appropriate age to finish school. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In recent years, there has been a surge in popularity of electrical vehicles. What are the advantages and disadvantages of EVs? Discuss and provide examples.
Some people believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven years old. Others believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. What do you think are the advantages of attending school from a young age?
‘Cannabis has been classified as a Class B drug in the UK since 2008 and carries a prison sentence of up to five years for possession.’ (Source: The Week) Many countries have decriminalised the use of cannabis and as a result have seen a reduction in drug related crime. Should cannabis and other soft drugs use be legalised? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The chart below shows what History graduates did after completing their undergradudate degree course from a university in the UK. The table shows the sectors these graduates were employed in within six years of graduating and their average incomes.
The graph below shows the regional household recycling rates in the UK, France and Germany from the years 2005-2015.
A large company in your area has decided to spend certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sport team for two years, or pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company. in your letter
1. describe the benefits of sponsoring the sport team.
2. summarize the benefits of paying for the concerts.
3. say how you think company should spend the money.
Some people think that having a set retirement age (e.g. 65 years) for everybody, regardless of occupation is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. Do you agree or disagree? Which type of workers do you think should benefit from early retirement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
The chart below gives information on the percrntage of british people giving money to charity by age range for the years 1990 and 2010
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the Anthropology in work after five years. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. Others, however, believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven years old. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Why? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
In recent years owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? What do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest time of most peoples live. Others think that adults life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
You started in your present job two years ago. You now feel it is important for your career development to move to a different department in the same company. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• say what you have learned in your present job
• suggest how the company would benefit from moving you to a different department
• explain why you do not wish to leave the company
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear _______________