“In spite of the advantages made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry.” Why is this case? What can be done about this problem?
In many places, new homes are needed, but the only spaces available for building in in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new home there. What is your opinion about this?
You are travelling next month to stay with a family you do not know as part of a language training course. Write a letter to the family to introduce yourself. In your letter, Say when and how you will be arriving, Tell the family a little about yourself -Ask about the type of food that the family eats.
The graph below gives information about the number of estimated cars from 2020 to 2035.
Some people believe that it is important to give gifts to friends and family to show that we care about them. Others think that there are better ways to show that we care. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have a friend who lives in a different country. You will organise a party soon and have thought to use a foreign recipe. Write a letter to the friend asking for a recipe from his/her country for the party you are organizing.
In your letter,
tell your friend about the party
ask for the recipe
explain why you need the recipe from his/her country
the chart below shows information about different species of birds observed in woodchuck country at different times of the year.
You use the local swimming pool often and during one of your visits you have encountered a problem. Write a letter to the manager and say
– What the problem was and when it happened
– What the swimming pool staff have done about it
– Suggest your own solution to the problem.
write about a meal that is popular in your country. what ingredients you use, the instrunction on how you make it and why it is popular
The bar graph illustrates the frequency with which Americans ate at fast food restaurants between 2003 and 2013. Overall, the majority of Americans consumed fast food between once a week and once or twice a month during this period. Looking more closely at the data, in 2003, just over 30% of Americans ate fast food once a week, while around 30% did so once or twice a month. A small minority either never ate fast food or consumed it daily. By 2006, there was a slight increase in the percentage of people eating fast food once a week, as well as a growth in the number of those who ate fast food several times a week, rising from around 16% to 20%. The percentage of people eating fast food once or twice a month also increased. Meanwhile, only about 3% of Americans were daily fast food consumers during this period. Finally, in 2013, around 33% of people ate fast food once or twice a month, while a small portion of the population continued to consume fast food every day or never.
Your next door neighbour owns a small dog that barks throughout the day and the night. Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter:
•Your reason for writing
•What you would like to happen
•A nice, respectful style.
The table below gives information about rail transport in four counties.
The line charts gives information about business and engineered students after six months of their graduation within two years.
A cafe near your home puts some chairs and tables on the pavement for customers. This creates a problem for you. Write a letter to the cafe manager to complain about this matter. In your letter:
describe the problem;
explain how it affects you;
say what you will do if this matter is not resolved
Write a letter to the transport officer about a problem with the system in your area please say
Describe the situation you are facing
why do you consider considerate a problem?
What changes would you like to recommend?
In order to learn a language well, we should also learn about the country as well as the cultures and lifestyles of the people who speak it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graphs indicate the source of complaints about the bank of America and the amount of time it takes to have the complaints resolved. Summarise the information by selecting
The charts below show the results of a survey conducted by a university library to find out the opinions of full-time and part-time students about its services in 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
ou are about to start social meetings in a particular area where people from different nationalities can take part.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper requesting him to publish information about this:-
- What activities you have planned
- When the first meeting takes place and where
You’ve read an article about the company you work for in a business magazine. The article contains information that is wrong.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
• give details of the magazine
• explain what information about your company is wrong
• suggest what you think your manager should do
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You should write at least 150 words.
The chart below shows the sales at a cafe which is located next to a very large highschool.Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features,andmake comparisons where relevant.
You have just read read in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
* Correct the information in the article
* Example why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
* Suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Your child is going on a three-day school trip to another country. The head teacher wants to find parents to go with the group and you would like to go. Write a letter to the head teacher. In your letter:
• Say why you would like to go on the trip
• Suggest what you could do to help during the trip
• Ask other questions about the trip
The diagram below shows information about the production of Pu’er Tea
These days, food travels long distances before reaching consumers, and it is therefore believed that consuming locally grown food would bring about a number of economic and environmental benefits. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages ?
You recently ate at a local restaurant with your family and want to write to the local newspaper to tell them About the restaurant What you ate Why you would / would not recommend this restaurant
These days, fooddays, food travels long distances before reaching consumers, and it is therefore believed that consuming locally grown food would bring about a number of economic and environmental benefits. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages ?
You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and service.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
•give details of your visit to the restaurant
•explain the reason for the celebration
•say what was good about the food and the service
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 think that a holiday (vacation) should always involve doing something new and adventurous. What is your opinion about this ? Give reasons of your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience and knowledge
You have recently bought an airline ticket from a travel agency and
unfortunately you are not able to fly on these dates. Write a letter to the travel agency manager to cancel the ticket. Explain in your letter:
What are the flight details
Why do you want to cancel it
What would you like him/her to do about it
Playing games teaches us about life. Do you agree or disagree with this statment? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article
called 'The book that influenced me 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
There are serious concerns about the sale and production of genetically modified food. Yet, this is necessary if we are to meet the demands of an increasing world population. What is your opinion on this dilemma?
You travelled to another city on business last week, and there was a problem with your hotel room. Write to the hotel manager. In your letter... •- Tell the manager about the problems you had •- Explain to them how you feel about what happened •- Let them know what actions you would like them to take.
The table below shows information about metro systems in 6 different cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at list 150 words.
In some places, groups of teenagers occasionally cause trouble by behaving badly. What do you think are the reasons for this problem, and what might be done about it?
Some people say that all popular TV programs should aim to educate viewers about important issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a Facebook friend living in another country and s/he is curious to learn about a major news item in your country.
Write a letter to your Facebook friend. In your letter
describe a news story in your country
the chart below gives information about how families in one country spend thieir weekly income in 1968 and 2018.
The graphs below show where people first got their news, both about the world and about local events, between 1987 and 1997.
The given table illustrates data about underground railway systems in six major cities in the world with opening dates, kilometres of routes and the number of passengers in millions.
You participated in a public event organized at a local park. Write a letter to the event organizer -in your letter.
• Tell them some feedback about the event.
• explain what you particularly enjoyed.
• and give some suggestions for improvement.
The maps below show a science park in 2008 and the same park today. summarize and report information about main features
The table gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities London, Paris, Tokyo, Washington DC, Kyoto, and Los Angeles.
“A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/She has asked for your advice about studying this subject.”
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• give details of the course you took at the university
• explain why you recommend the university
• give some advice about how to apply
Write at least 150 words.
The table shows information about metro systems in six different cities.
The diagrams below give information about the manufacutre of frozen fish pies. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The Table Below Shows the Results of Surveys in 2000, 2005 and 2010 About One University.
You normally go shopping in the area where you live. However, you think some of the facilities for shoppers could be improved. Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter:
say in general what you like about shopping in your area
say what is wrong with the facilities
suggest how they can be improved