The line chart illustrates the labour force employment in five economic sectors during the period from 1930 to 2010 in USA. These five economic sectors include industrial sector, sales and office, farming and fishing and foresting, technical sector, and other services.
Write a letter to the manager of the HR department of a company requesting information about the interview that you attended but still waiting for results.
In your letter,
•describe the position you applied for
• why you think the interview went well
• why you need the result of the interview
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Video records are better to learn about the way other people in the world lives than written documents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter
- describe what you enjoyed about the course
-say how much cooking you've done since the course
- suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall. You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall. Write a letter to the manager. In the letter: • describe what the group does • explain why the group is good for the community • suggest a
lternative days and times for practice You should write at least 150 words.
GENERAL TRAINING ONLY
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You and your classmate just received a poor grade on a major school project. One reason for your grade was that your classmate’s family member got very ill. Your classmate was distracted and didn’t contribute as much as was expected.
Write a letter to your professor. In your letter
- Explain why you had to do most of the
work
- Describe how the illness of your
partner’s family member affected the
project
- Say what you hope your professor will
do
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Professor Miller,
Your parents will be celebrating their 40th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. Write to your best friend, Joan, who is a professional event planner. In your letter:
-explain why the occasion is special
-ask for her assistance
-set up a time to meet at your friend's convenience to discuss your plans
A local company is looking for people to do part-time work. You would like to work at the company in summer.
Write a letter to the company manager. In your letter:
•explain why you want to work there.
• say why you think you would be suitable for this work.
• give details of when you would be free to work.
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
write a letter to your friend about she winning inter school debate compatition
The bar chart below gives information about vehicle ownership in China. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information.
The charts give information about world forest in five different regions. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You are interested in applying for a job at an international company where a friend of yours works. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
- Tell your friend about the job you are interested in
- Explain why you are interested in applying for it
- Ask your friend for some advice about applying for this job
the information for the global willingness to eat insect products and the current price for certain food available on the market place. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world.
Do you think this is a positive or negative development?”
Certain individuals assert that tapping into any accessible information source is the most efficient method to form an opinion on a subject. In contrast, others argue that dependence should be solely on a limited number of reputable channels when seeking facts and data. Discuss both point of views and give your opinion
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarket in some countries, many small and local businesses are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The table below shows the results of a survey of the average number of cars per hour using three suburban roads during working hours in a ten-year pollution monitoring programme.
The table below shows the number of temporary migrant worker in four countries in 2003 and 2006 and the number of these workers per 1,000 people in these countries in 2006. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should write at least 150 word
Nowadays more and more young people hold the important positions in the government. Some people think that is a good thing while others argue that it is not suitable. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that it is important to keep your house and workplace tidy, with everything organized and in the correct place. What is your opinion about this?
The bar chart below provides information about the top ten rice producing countries in the world in 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the rate at which people saved money, expressed as a percentage of GDP, in seven countries from 1990 to 2008.
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people reasearch this?
The table shows results of surveys done in in 1980 and 2010 on various aspects of city living in a particular city. Units are measured in percentage?
While it is sometimes thought that prison is the best place for criminals, others believe that there are better ways to deal with them. What is your opinion? prison = dangrous, and consequence Rehabilitation = fix, mental problems
Interview form the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are better methods. To what extent to you agree or disagree?
The system used for rubbish / garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neibhours.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
explain how this is affecting you and your neigbours
suggest what should be done about the problems
Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your friend. Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn Explain how your fiend could learn this sport Suggest that you both learn this sport together.
Nowadays, more and more young Vietnamese people celebrate festivals such as Christmas and Halloween. Some people think there is nothing wrong with this while others are worried about the influence of foreign cultures. What is your opinion?
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
The table illustrates that how many people who aged 65 and over between 1940 and 2040 in three countries.
Some people say that art can be made by everyone whereas others believe that it can be only made by those with special abilities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ou have a friend who lives in a city abroad . You have decided that you would like to apply to do a course at one of the colleges in the city .
Write to your friend explaining what you would like to do.
Tell him or her what type of work or studies you have been doing for the last few years .
Ask for assistance in contacting an appropriate institution.
‘It is important for foreigners to know something about the history and culture of the country they live in.’ Discuss.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
e chart below shows the value of one countries exports in various categories during 2015 in 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
Some people today believe that the world’s increase in population is unsustainable and will eventually lead to a global crisis. Do you agree or disagree?
Describe a good law in your country. What is it about? How do you come to know about it? Explain why you think that it is a good law.
Youshould spend about 40 minutes on this task. Beinga celebrity- such as a famous film star or sports personality- brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from yourown knowledge or experience.
These days young children spend a lot of time using computers, tablet and smartphones. Some people think that introducing children to technology at a young age is beneficial. Others believe that they would benefit more from traditional games. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge and experience.
The table displays trends concerning the amounts of fast food consumed in Melbourne. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The graphs below give information about coputer ownership as a percentage of the population between 2002 and 2010, and by level of education for the years 2002 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place ina local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter • say what the participants liked about the hotel •explain why they were unhappy about the food • suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in the future.
Only formal exams, written or practical, can give a clear picture of students' true knowledge and ability at university level. Continuous assessment like course work and projects are poor measures of student ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task .
You recently borrowed an item of cloting from a friend. While you had this item , it was damaged.
Write a letter to your friend . In your letter you should :
Apologise for damaging the item of clothing
Explain how it became damaged
Say what you will do to fix the problem
Task
Letter
You have heard a developer plans to build a shoppingbcentre near your home.
Write a letter to the council.
say how you heard about the plan
Explain how you feel about it
Ask for more information about it
The table below show the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two period.
write a letter telling about your trip to France to your friend
Working abroad can help employees earn a great deal of money and gain more benifits however, some people think this trend has many nagative impacts. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working abroad.
THE BAR CHART BELOW GIVES INFORMATION ABOUT THE NUMBER OF STUDENTS STUDYING COMPUTER SCIENCE AT the UK university between 2010 and 2012. Summerise the info by selecting the main features, and making comparision where relavent.