Shopping is one of the most popular leisure activities among young people What is the reason for this? Can you think of other free time activities young people might enjoy?
These days, we are seeing an increasing amount of violence on television, and this is having a negative impact on children's behaviour. Do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows information about the recruitment of teachers in Ontario between 2001 and 2007.
You have had a problem with your neighbor for the past few months. You have not been able to meet with your neighbor to discuss the problem. Write a letter to your neighbor. In your letter: Explain the problem Suggest a solution Say what action you will take if the situation does not improve
Your car insurance company has told you that they are going to increase the amount you have to pay in insurance for your car each month. You are not happy about this. Write a letter to your insurance company. In your letter explain Why you are writing to them Why you think the insurance should not be increased What you want them to do
You have seen an advertisement 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 your 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
The charts below show information on free-time activities taken by teenagers in a specific country both in 2009 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Doe this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?
The internet allow us to stay connected with each other no matter where we are. On the other hand, it also isolated us and ecourages people not to socialise. to what extant do you agree or disagree with these statements? Give reason for your answer and incloud any relevent example from your knowledge and experince.
SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT SUCCES IN LIES COMES FROM HARD WORK AND DETERMINATION, WHILE OTHERS THINK THAT THERE ARE MORE IMPRTANT FACTORS SUCH AS MOENY AND APPEARANCE. DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION
Some people think that outdoor activities are more beneficial for children’s development than playing computer games. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say the government should spend money on providing faster public transport while others believe the government should give priority to other factors such as cost and the effect on environment. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Your local public library wants to make improvements to their services and facilities. In order to get ideas from the public, they have asked library users to send them suggestions in writing. Write a letter to the librarian. In your letter • describe what you like about the library • say what you don’t like • make suggestions for improvements
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sprots to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Internet access for minors can be dangerous. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
n increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problems do this cause? What solutions can you suggest to deal with this situation?
15 Traffic and housing problems are major cities could be solved by moving a large company and factories and their employees to the countryside. To what extend, did you agree or disagree with this opinion.
You are a manager of a restaurant that has received a letter of compliant about poor service from a member of your staff.
Write a letter of apology to the person who has complained. In your letter
. say how sorry you are that the person has had a poor experience
. explain what action has been taken against the staff member
. offer a free meal for four people at the restaurant as a gesture of goodwill
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people believe that young people benefit from working while studing at schools and universities. Other think that young people will achieve more by focusing on their studies. Discuss both these viewpoints and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answers and include relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Measures have been put in place to improve road safety by reducing the speed limits. Some people believe there are better alternatives. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that the Internet provides people with a lot of valuable information. Others think access too much information creates problems. Which view do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Rising University fees and scarce employment prospects for graduates have led some people to say that universities should not teach arts subjects like philosophy and history, and only practical degree courses that maximize chance of employment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below gives information about birth and death rates in Switzerland from 1970 to 2020 according to UN statistics. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some children spend a long time each day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Is this a positive or a negative development?
In some countries, advertisers increase the amount of advertising that tries to persuade children to buy snacks, toys, and other goods. Parents object to such pressure on children. But some advertisers claim that there is useful information in these advertisements. Discuss both views and give your opinion
he maps below show the changes that have taken place in the seaside resort of Templement between 1990 and 2005.
In many countries, small shops and town centers are going out of business, because people tend to drive to large out- of town stores. This results in an increase in car use, and it also means that people without cars? Limited access to out –town stores. Do you think the advantages of such development outweigh the disadvantages?
Topic 1: Some countries argue that it is necessary to strengthen patrol guards to drive off illegal migrants who want to enter their territories. Some experts, however believe that such action can violate humanitarian rigths. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
A rise in the use of mobile phones in the classroom by school children is severely impacting their concentration in class and overall education development. What are the causes of the problem and what can be done to solve it ?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents are the best teachers. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. You should give reasons for your answer using your own ideas and experience.
You had a meal at a local restaurant with your family. Write to a local newspaper to give the feedback.
In your letter, you should say:
• where the restaurant located
• what you had for the meal
• why do you recomxmend this restaurant to others.
The two maps below show an island before, and after the construction of some tourist facilities, summarized the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant
Band 7 University should accept equal number of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that social networking sites (such ad Facebook) have had a huge impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree ?
Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to university, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree ?
Some people think that housing facilities should be built in the vacant areas of cities and towns, while others believe that parks should be set instead. Planting trees is very important for the environment. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Today more and more tourist are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places
You have lost something on a bus and called customer service to get help. You weren't happy with their response. Write a letter to the bus company manager. In your letter, you should:
• describe the item you lost
explain why you weren't happy with the customer service
• say what action you would like the company to take.
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
The pie chart below give information about the satisfaction levels of customers of a cafe in January and then in August in the same year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some students work while studying, resulting in a lack of time for education and constant pressure. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience.
Establishing good relationship in the workplace is not important, as the primary goal of every person is to focus on work. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Some people believe studying literature is essential for individual character building, while others think it wastes time. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people argue that governments should spend more money on developing bullet and metro rail facilities, while others support the idea of spending money on upgrading current public transport system. This essay analyses these viewpoints in the following paragraphs and concludes with my opinion.
Students should have physical activity as a compulsory subject at school on a regular basis. Why is it beneficial for students to participate in physical activity? Which sports do you think are the safest physical activity?
SOME PEOPLE THINK TECHNOLOGY DEVEOPMENT DECRESES CRIME, WHILE OTHERS BELIEVE IT ACTUALLY ENCOURAGES CRIMES. DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OIPINION.
In many towns and cities,large shopping malls are replacing small local shops.Dou you think this is a positive development?Give your reasons and examples.
Recent figures show an increase in violent crime among youngsters under of 18.Some psychologists claim that children these days are not getting the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
23. Some people are happy to spend their whole life in the same area, others prefer to live in many different places in their life time. Discuss both view and give your opinion?
Some say that sports play an important role in society. Others, however, think that it is nothing more than a leisure activity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.