Some people believe that it is cruel to test drugs and other new products on animals. Others believe that this sort of testing is important and necessary for improving and even saving people’s lives. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that the best way to deal with heavy traffic in city centres is for privately owned cars to be banned, others however, think this is an unrealistic solution. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter to express your gratitude.
In your letter:
Introduce yourself and let him/her know why you are writing
Express your appreciation
And offer him/ her to visit your home with this family.
You do NOT need to write any address.
You should write at least 150 words.
Your best friend is moving back to your city after being overseas for five years.
Write a letter to convince your friend to move in with you. In the letter:
– Explain how much you have missed your friend
– Describe how you feel about your friend’s return
– Give reasons that you and your friend should share a home
Scientists agree that many people eat too mucch junk food and it is damaging their health. Some people think that this problem can be solved by educating people, while others believe that education will not work. Discuss both views and give your opinion
In many Countries, the amount of crime is increasing and crimes are becoming more violent. Why do you think ithis is and what can be done about it? Give reasons for your answers and include and relevant examples from your experience.
Some people believe that workers have worked in a company for long years should be promoted. What is your opinion.
Some people think that it is important to use leisure time for activities that improve the mind, such as reading and doing word puzzles. Other people feel that it is important to rest the mind during leisure time. Write an essay expressing your point of view.
Some people prefer to shop in supermarkets, while others like shopping online. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people think they have right to use as much freshwater as they want. Others believe governments should tightly control the use of fresh water as it is limited resource. Discuss both views and give your option
You are studying for a qualification, and you would like some time off work to complete it.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
● Ask for some time off to complete a qualification.
● Suggest what you will do later at work if you have time off.
● Say how the qualification helps your job or company
You recently made reservations for dinner at a very famous and expensive restaurant in town. However, the meal and the service were terrible. The restaurant manager was not available to solve the problem, so you left without a resolution. State what problems you had with the food you ordered. Complain about the service. Describe how you want the restaurant to resolve the problem to your satisfaction.
Writing task 1 sample letter: Write a letter to your favourite restaurant. Include the following:
· Your reason for writing
· What you like about the restaurant
· Suggestions for improvement
Development in technology has brought various environmental problems. Some believe that people need to live to solve environmental problems. Others, however, believe technology is the way to solve these problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
you are going to study at a college in another country " you need to find a place you will live.
- Write a letter to the College's accomodation officers in your letter,
- give details of your course and your arrival date
- describe the kind of accommodation you need
- Say what you like the accomodation officer to do
An increasing number of people are now using the Internet to meet new people and socialize. Some people think this has brought people closer together, while others think people are becoming more isolated. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Vy
You are planning a surprise party . Write a letter to a friend to invite them to the party. In your letter
: Explain the reason for the party.
: Give details about the time and venue.
: Ask them to keep it a secret.
Whether or not the newcomers should keep their own customs or follow the customs of the new country.Discuss both views and give your opinions
Yesterday, while walking outside, you saw a robbery. The victim was unconscious by the time you reached.
Write a letter to the police. In your letter,
explain what happened
describe what the robber looked like
offer help if it is needed
Do NOT write any address.
Smoking should be banned in all public places even though it would restrict some of other people’s freedoms. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some people think the government should subsidise fruits and vegetables to make healthy food more affordable. Others argue that the government should tax unhealthy food instead. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
private sports club.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter,
introduce yourself
say why are you interested in this sports club
ask some questions about the club e.g facilities, membership, costs etc.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people believe that the fittest and strongest individuals and teams always success in sports. Others think that success in sports depends on mental attitudes. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Write a letter to your friend and ask him recipe to cook for a party that you are giving in your home.
-tell him why you are having a party
-tell him why you need a specific recipe
-invite your friend to the party
Your manager has invited you to work on a team project He/she has asked you to suggest another employee to work on the project with you, Write a letter to your manager. In your letter explain:
1 why you are interested in the project
2 suggest another employee and say why he she would be suitable
3 ask your manager some questions about the project
Nowadays, many medical research projects are funded by private companies. In your opinion, do you think that research should be carried by private companies, individuals or government? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Ielts Simon: Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
some people believe that studying abroad is important because it expands a person's knowledge and understanding of the world. others feel that it is better to study at home because this is the best way to prepare for a career in student's own country. discuss both views and give your opinion, band 9 writing
Is technology limiting creativity? Discuss your opinion
Some people think that competitive sports have a positive effect on the child’s education, while others argue it is not so. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages, and your opinion.
Some people say that schools should invest in the best equipment for students, while others say that schools should spend on hiring good teachers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Completing university is thought be syme to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and dveloping soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people believe that face to face communication is always more powerful than written communication. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and include relevant examples.
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal.Some people,however,think that other types of progress are equally important fora country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You stayed at your friend’s house when you attended a conference in Australia. Unfortunately, you left a large envelope with some important documents in your room. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:
thank your friend for the stay
describe where you left the envelope
ask him/her to return it to you by post
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people belive that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Other argue that it is better yo try and improve such situations. Discuss both these view and give your opinion.
Some people believe the purpose of education should be helping the individual to become useful for society, while others belive it should help individuals to achieve their ambitions. Discuss both sides and give your opinion?
"Some people believe that the government should invest more in the arts to enhance cultural development. Others argue that government funding should be spent on more essential areas such as healthcare and education. Discuss both views and give your own opinion."
When talking about success, we often think of people who are rich or famous. In your opinion, what are the qualities that characterise a successful person? Why do you think these should be the criteria? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, there has been an increase in adverstisements that try to persuade children to buy snacks, toys and other items. Parents often argue that these announcements are unfair. Discuss both perspectives and give your opinion?
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called” The book that influenced me the most”
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most, in your letter
Describe what this book was about
Explain how this book influenced you
Say whether this book would be likely to influence other people?
“The best way to learn English is to study with native teachers.” What do you think about this opinion? State your point and give reasons and examples to support your answer.
In a number of countries some prople think it is necessary to spend large sums of the money on constructing new railway linesfor very fast trains between cities. Otherss believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
many governments think that economic progress is the most important goal. some poeple, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people feel paparazzi should not follow celebrities and invade their privacy by taking pictures of them everywhere, while others believe this is just the price of fame. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answers with relevant examples from your knowledge of experience.
Some people think that teachers require training to become good at their profession. Others think a good teacher has all the necessary qualities and does not need any training. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as cooperative skills. What are the causes? Suggest possible solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people believe that modern technology encourages more sociable behaviour. Others say that this tend to lesser sociable behaviour. Discuss both views with examples and provide your opinion
Task 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
Some people feel that fashion is like art and a significant part of society, while others feel that
fashion is a waste of time and money.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or
experience.
You should write at least 250 words.