the two maps below show an area of land before and after the building of a hydroelectric dam . Summarize the information by selectingand reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
The diagrams below show stages in the development of simple cooking equipment. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend 20 minutes on this task.
You have decided to apply for a job as a Spanish instructor that was advertised in the magazine Teaching S.A. Write a letter to apply for the job. In your letter:
explain why you are writing
describe your experience and qualifications
explain how they can contact you.
Write at least 150 words.
The graph shows the average monthly change in the prices of three metal during 2014. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information about salaries of secondary/high school teachers in five countries in 2009. Summarise the information be selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shoes the proportion of different categories of families living in poverty in Australia in 1999. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the number of films produced by five countries in three years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good you want to tell how you feel.
Write a letter to the singer.
say how you tell about his performance
give details of your musical activity
explain how you would like him to help you with your musical activites
Some people believe arts such as painting and music cannot directly improve the quality of people's lives so that government money should be spent on other things. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts show the reasons for immigrants to a European country in 2009 and reasons for immigrants from a European country in 2009. Summize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries, young people do not take care of their elderly relatives, instead, they appoint trained professionals who take care of the elderly. Is it a positive or negative trend according to you?
You recently took part in a training course. The organiser of the course has asked for some feedback. Write a letter to the organiser of the course. In your letter:
●give details of the course you took part in
●say what you found useful on the course
●suggest ways the course could be improved
Do you believe that the widespread use of the internet has brought more positive or negative effects to society? Explain your opinion with relevant examples and reasons.
Many people believe that living in the 21st century is highly stressful due to work-life challenges, health issues, and the difficulties of maintaining personal relationships. Others argue that modern life has become much easier and more comfortable.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ..................,
Write a letter explaining water issues in your house
It is commonly believed that main factors that affect a child’s development are media, pop culture and friends. Others argue that family play the most important role. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/she asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
-Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
-Describe some possible disadvantages
-Say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
The graphs below show the cinema attendance in Australia and the average cinema visits by different ge groups from 1996 to 2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
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You are looking for a part-time job. Write a letter to an employment agency.
In your letter:
introduce yourself
explain what sort of job you would like
and say what experience and skills you have
The table shows data about underground railway systems in six major cities with date opened, kilometres or route and passenger numbers per year in millions. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows relative price changes for fresh fruits and vegetables, sugars and sweets, and carbonated drinks between 1978 and 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A friend of yours has a son/daughter who recently graduated and is now applying for jobs.
Your friend has asked you to give their son/daughter some advice about applying for a job.
Write a letter to your friend's son/daughter. In your letter
- Give some advice about applying for a job.
- Explain why these things are important.
- Suggest a time and place you can meet to talk about this
The charts below show the most popular films by genre for men and women and general ticket sales for different types of film in the USA in 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features,
The charts below give information about the amount and types of water in the world, and also tell the use of water in three areas in three countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The bar chart illustrates the percentage of people in five different age groups in the UK who donated money to charity in the years 1990 and 2010. The age groups represented are: 18–25, 26–35, 36–50, 51–65, and 65 and over. For each age group, there are two bars indicating the percentage of people who donated in 1990 and 2010 respectively. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
The bar chart below shows the top ten countries for the production and consumption of elec city in 2014. Summa se the information by selec g and reporting the main featu s, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie and bar charts below show the percentage of water consumption and use in Australia in 2004. Summerize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You would like a job working in a summer camp which runs sports and outdoor activities for children and young people.
Write a letter to the organiser of the summer camp. In your letter:
describe your personality
say what relevant experience and skills you have
explain what sort of work you would like to do.
You recently celebrated a special occasion in your personal life and received a card and a present from your colleagues at work. Write a letter to your colleagues.
In your letter:
remind your colleagues what the special occasion you were celebrating was
thank them for the card and gift
explain why you like the gift and how you will use it
in many countries around the world , there are too many vehicles on the road . what is the main reason for this ? What measures could be taken to counter this situation?
The graph below shows the way in which men and women used the Internet in Canada in 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The line chart below shows the per capita meat consumption in four different countries (USA, UK, Brazil and India) from 1985 to 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagrams show the problem of flooding in a UK town and two possible solutions. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You have just finished your master’s degree and need to leave your current part-time job to search for full-time employment.
Write a letter to your current employer. In your letter:
– explain why you will not be able to pursue a full-time job in his/her company
– say why you’ve enjoyed working for him/her
– tell him/her how much longer you will continue to work for him/her.
The diagrams below show how houses can be protected in areas which are prone to flooding. 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.
1.You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and services. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter
oGive details of your visit to the restaurant
oExplain the reason for the celebration
oSay what was good about the food and the services
Examine the arguments in favor of and against animal experiments, and come to a conclusion on this issue. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
The diagrams below show the coastal village of Seaville in 1980 and 2010.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisonswhere relevant.
A restaurant has placed an advertisement for a manager in the local newspaper.
Write a letter to the restaurant, applying for the job. In your letter:
explain what you are currently doing
describe your suitability for this job
Tell them when you are free to attend an interview
The chart shows sources of funding for research and development (R&D) in the UK from 2010 to 2012. The table below shows the percentage of national income spent on R&D for a range of countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
APPLICATION LETTER TOPIC . You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part-time job.
Write a letter to the restaurant’s manager. In your letter,
– explain that you would like to apply for the job
– give some details of any relevant experience that you have
– specify the days and times that would suit you
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;
give some suggestions for improvement.
Nowadays, more and more business meetings and business trainings are taking place online. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
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 diagram below shows how instant noodles are manufactured. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Each year, your company gives an Employee of the Year award to a worker who has performed exceptionally well. You believe that someone with whom you work should receive the award this year.
Write a letter to your supervisor. In the letter
- Describe your colleague’s job at the company
- Describe a time you worked with this
person
- Explain why you believe this person
deserves the award
U.S. Energy Consumption - You should spend 20 minutes on this task. The graph below shows U.S. Energy Consumption by Fuel (1980-2030). Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people say that drug companies have a responsibility to spend money researching medicines that will help people in poor countries. Others say that the main responsibility of drug companies is to make money. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.