Some people think that robots are very important for human’s future development. Others, however, think that robots are a dangerous invention that could have negative effect on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that space exploration is a waste of resources while others think that it is essential for mankind to continue to explore the universe in wich we live. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
some governments spend a lotof money on exploring space. some feel that this investment justified while other think that money should be spent on public services like healthcare and education. discuss both views and give your opinion
66.The charts below show how water was used in Australia in 2004. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Some people suggest that children do not understand the world of work and schools should make all teenagers spend a short time working as well as studying academic subjects. To what extent do you agree?
Write at least 250 words.
While travelling by metro train, your credit card slipped out of your pocket. You realized this only after reaching
home. Write a letter to the concerned authorities and explain what happened.
Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
A Australian friend recently sent you a present by post. You want to thank him/her.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
-say how you felt when you received the present
-describe what you like about it
-explain how you will use the present
A lot of places in the world rely on tourist as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly. The advantages and disadvantages of this fact.
The line graph below shows the number of complaints received by the complaints department of a single airline over a six-month period in 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features making comparisons where relevant.
Some people say that punishment is the best way to teach children to behave well is to punish them. Others argue that rewarding and praising is a better way to teach them the difference between right and wrong. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have recently moved to a different house.
Write a letter to an English speaking friend. In your letter
explain why you have moved
describe the new house
invite your friend to come and visit
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ............,
Some people think that dancing is an important subject for children at school while others think it is a waste of time.What are positive and negative sides of art at school?Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience or knowledge. Write about 180-220 words.
Some people feel that the primary function of a university should be to prepare students for the working world. Others argue that the purpose of a university education is to provide knowledge for knowledge’s sake. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people think that good health is a basic human need, so the medical service should not be run by profit-making companies. To what extent do the advantages of private healthcare outweigh the disadvantages?
Your landlord is asking to increase the rent. Write a letter to him. In your letter, you should tell: why you think the rent shouldn’t be increased what you will do if it is increased
Many people think that children should be doing educational work at home all the time, even in their free time. Others say that this is not a good idea and children should not be forced to do schoolwork all the time. Discuss both perspectives and give your own opinion.
You have seen an advertisment from a couple, who live in Australia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year.
Write a letter to the couple, In you letter
- Explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
- say what else you could do for the family
- give your reasons for wanting the job
Water is a valuable finite resource. Therefore, many suggest that it is best for the governments all over the world to control how much water their citizens use. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this suggestion?
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
• Explain what the company could do to help you
• Say how the course will be useful for your job
Cam 14 - Test 4 Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
The given bar graph shows the main sources of energy for USA in 1980 and 1990. Write a report for a university lecturer making comparisons where relevant and reporting the main features.
You currently work full-time in a company but would like to change to working part-time. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
explain why you would like to change to working part-time work
say what times and days of the week would suit you best
suggest how your work could be covered or completed if you work part-time
It is now very easy to get all the news we need online, so there is no longer any need to pay for newspapers or expensive magazines. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Many would argue that scientific research requires a degree of oversight from the relevant governmental authorities. In my opinion, properly handled, this is a sensible and necessary policy. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
plans below show the layout of a university's sports center now, and how it will look after redevelopment. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Some people say the main way to be happy in life is to have a lot of money. How might having a lot of money make people happy? What other things in life can make people happy? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more people are becoming serious overweight. Some people think that a solution can be to increase the price of fattening food. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The diagram below shows a simple system tha turns dirty water into clean water. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A growing number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for research. Discuss both views and give your opinion
The diagram below shows the various stages involved inpublishing a book. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting themain features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have just won two tickets to a concert and want to invite your friend to go with you. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:give details about the concertdescribe how you won the ticketsexplain why you’ve chosen your friend to go with you.
Nowadays celebrities earn more money than politicians. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive or negative development?
some developed countries have reduced the number of school hours. Is this a positive or a negative development?
The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the healthcare system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education in school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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 diasagree with thus statement?
The tabe below presents the number of children ever born to women aged 40-44 years in Australia for each year the information was collected since 1981. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant.
People want to change the way they look through cosmetic surgery, nowadays. Is it a positive or negative development,? give your opinion and share your knowledge and experience
“Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child’s development while others think that it is important for children to go to school.” Discuss the advantages of both methods and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You recently learnt that the best teacher you ever had will be retiring soon.
Write a letter to your former teacher. In your letter
Explain how you heard about his/her retirement
Describe what made him/her such a great teacher
Say how your teacher affected your life
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situaltion?
Last month, you travelled to another city. You told a friend who lives in the city that you
would meet them, but you did not. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
apologise for not meeting him/her
explain why you did not contact him/her earlier
suggest a time and place to meet in the future
to do some voluntery work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the volunteer work in your letter
- explain why you want to do voluntary work at the museum
- describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
- give details of when you would be available for work
At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situations outweigh the disadvantages?
You have seen an adverstisement for weekend work in a hotel in the town where you are staying. You have worked in a hotel before and think that the job would be suitable for you.
You must apply in writing.
Write a letter to the hotel manager expressing your interest.
In your letter
. Introduce yourself
. Explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
. ask what work you would be expected to do
One of your colleagues from another country comes to your office for an official meeting. Write a letter to him/her and say
– Describe how to get from the airport to his/her hotel.
– Describe the hotel he/she will be staying in.
– Describe the arrangement for the meeting.counter
Many students today graduate high school and want to study in another country. Attending a University abroad is a common trend today. Give the advantages and disadvantages of leaving your country to study overseas.
The chart below gives information about trends in internet used by females in the USA in 2 years
The graph below gives information about the quantities of good transported by six different mode of transport in the USA since 1990 with projections until 2024.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?