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. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The maps below show the changes that took place at a science and technology museum between 1996 and 2016.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Write a letter to friend to inform them of a celebration you are having for a recent job promotion. Include information about
The promotion
The celebration
Their accomodation
The chart below shows the different levels of post-school qualifications in Australia and the proportion of men and women who held them in 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that all teenagers should be required to do unpaid work in their free time to help the community. They believe this would benefit both the individuals, teenagers and society as a whole. Do you agree or disagree?
The plans show an office in a university in 2005 and the same office now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people believe that music is just a form of entertaintment, whilst others believe that music has a much larger impact on society today. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. (250 words)
Some people think that it would be better for large companies and industry to move to regional area outside large urban centers. Do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantades
Some parents think that helping their childern with homework is a good idea others believe children should do their homework on their own. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently went on a sightseeing tour which you did not enjoy. Write a letter to the manager of the tour company. In your letter:
explain why you chose that particular tour
explain what you did not like about the tour
suggest two ways in which the tour could be improved
Now a lot of people in college are doing academic study. We should encourage them to learn vocational skills. Do you agree or disagree.
You have seen a course advertised online that you think would help you perform better at work. The course will take place during the week, so you will need to take time off work.
Write a letter to your manager. In the letter
say what the course is
explain why you want to do the course and how it will be beneficial to the company
suggest how your work can be covered while you attend the course.
The chart below gives the percentage of social media user by age in Jamestown in 2018.
There is a disagreement on the impact of increased business and culture contact between countries on a nation’s identity. What is your opinion ?
Somepe people say that it is better to work for a large company than a small one. Do you agree or disagree?
Even though globalisation effects the world's economy in a very positive way, its negative side should not be forgotten. discuss both views
The popularity of a product depends on the advertising, not on the real needs of people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question: Some young children spend a great amount of their time practicing sports. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer
In many countries, people can eat a wide variety of food from other countries. As a result, they eat more food from other cultures rather than cuisine. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Many people believe that cycling is a healthy and environmentally friendly mode of transport. However, it is still unpopular in many countries. What are the reasons? What could be done to encourage the use of bicycles among wider population?
Many people want to have a successful career and a happy family life both. What problems are involved in a career and family life? How to overcome such problems ?
A government’s role is only to provide defence capability and urban infrastructure (roads, water supplies, etc.). All other services (education, health, social security) should be provided by private groups or individuals in the community. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of youngadults, comparedwith the numbers of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh thedisadvantages?
Your English speaking friend asked for your help with college project he or she is doing about celebrating new year in different countries
Write a letter to your friend.In your letter
Say how important new year is to people in your country
Describe how new year is celebrated in your country
Explain what you like about new year celebrations in your country
Although abuse of the system is inevitable, social welfare payments are essential to protect the rights that citizens have to a guaranteed minimum income in a democratic society. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, a large amount of advertising is aimed at children. Some people think it is negative for children and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The idea of going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home beause of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in different culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
The graph below gives information from a 2008 report about consumption of energy in the USA since 1980 with projections untill 2030.
Our local hospital has advertised people to do unpaid work helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time.
Write a letter to the hospital. In your letter
•explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital
• say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do
• give details of when you would be available for this work
YOU HAVE RECENTLY MOVED TO A NEW NEIGHBORHOOD. WRITE A LETTER TO A FRIEND, IN THE LETTER :
1) EXPLAIN WHY YOU MOVED
2) DESCRIBE YOUR NEW NEIGHBOORHOOD
3) INVITE YOUR FRIEND TO VISIT YOU
Some people think news has no connection to people’s lives, so it is a waste of time to read news in the newspaper and watch news program on television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you returned home, you found you had left some important papers at the hotel.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter,
say where you think you left the papers
explain why they are so important
tell the manager what you want him/her to do
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
The qualities a person needs to become truly successful in today’s world cannot be learned at a university or similar academic institution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
As a part of their education, many students work at a company for short period of time without a salary. Are there more advantage than disadvantage to this?
A bag containing a valuable company documents that you were carrying has been stolen. write a letter to your manager mentioning;
How the bag was stlen.
what the bag contained.
how important the docs were for your company.
what you have done about it so far.
You urgently need a document translated into a different language. You have a friend who speaks that language.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
· explain what the document is
· explain why you need the document translated
· ask your friend if he/she will be able to help you
Some people like to work in small companies or businesses while others prefer working for large companies or government organizations. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for a large company or organization?
Employers should give their workers at least one-month holiday a year as it makes them do better. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The line graph shows the information of average number of visitors entering a museum in sumer and winter in 2004
There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
•Describe the complaints that have been made
•Say why the reception area is important
• Suggest how the reception area could be improved
Write a letter to your college administration department complaining about the college facility.
In your letter, include:
what the problem is
how this problem has affected you
what the college should do to fix this problem
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
We are now living in a "throwaway" culture, using things for a short time and then throwing them away instead of fixing them. What are the causes of this? What problems does it lead to?
The ace of international travel and the spread of various kind of mass media all, over the world have made it more possible than even before for people to know how other people live in other countries. Do advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
These days a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples form your own knowledge or experience.
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems as well as practical problems. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement. Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experiences.
The table below shows how many tourists from five countries visited Australia in different years from 1991 -1999. (unit: thousands)
The graph provides information from a 2008 report on consumption of energy in the USA from 1980 to 2030
Some people think that only staff who worked in a company for a long time should be promoted to highter position. To wat exent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
University students always focus on one specialist subject, but some people think universities should encourage their students to study a range of subjects in addition to their own subject. To what extent do you agree
hese days internet-based courses have become a popular alternative to university-based courses. Some students prefer this type of learning because they do not need to attend lectures. Others argue that it is important to study at university. Discuss both views and give your opinion.