It is said that the fast pace of our every days life, as the direct result of the rapid development of telecommunication technology and travel industry, has a negative effects on individuals, nations and the globe. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Last month, you visited another town. You had arranged to meet up with a friend who lives in the town, but you were not able to do so. Write a letter to your 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.
(Livia) You have a problem with a recently hired employee in your workplace. Write a letter to the HR manager. In your letter
– Describe the problem the new employee has caused
– Explain how other colleagues feel about the new employee’s conduct
– Say how you expect the manager to address the situation.
You will go to a foreign country to stay there for one year, and you need a place to live in. You have decided to write to an agency for accommodation. Write a letter to the agency to get information about accommodation. In your letter, say: why you are going to this country what kind of accommodation you want when you will arrive You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Many developing countries place a lot of importance on tourism. Why is this? Do you think that this is a positive or negative development?
Practice 1: These days, the wealthy in society often throw away perfectly good products in order to replace them with more up-to-date models. Do the environmental disadvantages of this development outweigh the economic advantages?Give reasons for your answer and
Too much attention is given to headline-grabbing disasters like earthquakes and floods. Government should concentrate their resources on educating people about the risk they face nearer to home, which can cost far more lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
In many places new homes are needed,but the only available space for building in the countryside.But some people believe that it is more important to protect countryside and not build a new home there.What is your opinion about this,give reason for your answer and include any relevant example from your own experience or knowledge.
Some people think that city planner should consider creating more green spaces and planting trees, while others argue that they should focus on building new homes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The use of social media is replacing face-to-face interaction among many people in society. Do you think the advantages outweigh the advantages?
Friendships that take place online rendition not as meaningful as those where people meet each other face to face. Do what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days many people prefer working at home instead of going to their working place. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
One of the major problems that today’s government faces is creating enough satisfactory housing for their increasing populations whilst still trying to protect the environment. How can this be achieved? Discuss and give your opinion.
People who are learning a foreign language can face a number of difficulties. What are some of these problems ? In your opinion , what are the best ways to over come these difficulties ?
since the 18th century technonological advances have replaced people in the workplace. with today's technology this process is happening at agreater rate. technology is increasingly reaposible for unemployment. to what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement ?
International sporting events could contribute greatly to peace and stability in the world. Do you agree or disagree? Support your opinion with relevant examples
“It has been said, “Not everything that is learned is contained in books.” Compare and contrast knowledgegained from experience with knowledge gained from books. Which is more important? Why? Write about200-250 words to improve your opinions in this space”
Today more and more tourists are visiting place 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 a problem with a recently hired employee in your workplace. Write a letter to the HR manager. In your letter:
Describe the problem the problem the new employee has caused.
Explain how other employees bout the new employee's conduct.
Say how you expect the HR manager to adress the situation.
More and more business as well as individuals are choosing to communicate either professionally or socially rather using technology than being face to face. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using technology for communicating.
Some people believe that the government spends too much money on developing space exploration technology. There are many other financial needs that the government should address instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many places today, rapid lifestyle changes are affecting family relationships. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
The maps shows changes that took place in Youngsville in New Zealand over a 25 year period from 1980 to 2005.
Some people believe that the internet will replace traditional books in the future. Do you believe this would be a positive or a negative development.
Some people think litter in public places is a serious problem. Others think that this is not a serious problem. What is your opinion about this?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You would like to be work in a different city to be closer to your family.
Write a letter to your employer to request a transfer to another office. In the letter:
– Explain why you would like to move
– Request that your employer place you in a specific city
– Request that it be completed by a certain date
Write at least 150 words.
Some people think spending money on space exploration is unnecessary and should be used to address issues on Earth. Others believe it is vital for scientific progress and the future of humanity. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
More and more businesses as well as individuals are choosing to communicate online either professionally or socially rather than being face to face. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using technology for communicating.
it is neither possible nor useful to provide university places for high proportion of young people . To what entent do you agree or disagree
Write a formal letter to apply for the post of business unit manager which posted on facebook.
Some people argue that the government should spend money on Space research while others say that the government should build hospitals. Which argument do you support?
Some people think that space exploration can benefit humans in a number of ways. Others think that it has several drawbacks. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Smoking not only harms the smoker, but also those who are nearby. Therefore, smoking should be banned in public places. Do the advantages of such a prohibition outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that exams are an inappropriate way of measuring student's performance and should be replaced by continuous assessment. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
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
explain why people are interested in it
say how the story personally relates to you
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ...,
The chart below shows the changes that took place in three different areas of crime in Panama City from 2010 to 2019.
2. You have moved to a new place. Write a letter to a friend giving reason why you moved to that place. Describe that place. Invite your friend to visit you.
Sustainable development and environmental protection have become a crucial concerns in modern world. Discuss the importance of sustainable development in balancing economic growth and environmental preservation. What challenges faced in achieving sustainable development, what measures can be taken to overcome them?
Some people say it is important to keep your home and your workplace with everything organised and the correct place. Whd is your opinion about this?
The pie charts show the first place Germans and Nigerians go to in order to access the news in a typical week. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Governments face a choice between improving public transport and expanding road networks. To what extent do you agree or disagree that public transportation should be given priority?
Some people prefer to prepare and eat meals at home. other people would rather it at a food stand or a restaurant. Which place do you think is better?
The diagrams below provide information about placement in a bookstore between 2000 and 2023.
you have brought some clothing online and are not satisfied with the purchase.
Write a letter to the compagny that you bought the clothing from. In your email
- Give details of the purchase
-describe the problem
-explain why you need a replacement urgently
The diagram below shows the water cycle, which is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the earth. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays consumers are faced with the advertisements from all kinds of companies. To what extent do you agree that consumers are influenced by advertisements? What measures should be taken to protect them?（媒体）
Some people like to try new things, for example places to visit and types of food. other people prefer to keep doing things they are familier with. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Fast food is a part of life in many places. Some people think it has harmful effects on lifestyle and diet. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons.
The diagram below show the changes that have taken place at west park secondary school since its construction in 1950. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
WITH A FAST PACE OF MODERN LIFE MORE AND MORE PEOPLE ARE TURNING TOWARDS FASTFOOD FOR THEIR MAIN MEALS. DO YOU THINK ADVANTAGES OUTWEIGH THE ADVANTAGES?