Buying things on the internet, such e-books, air tickets and groceries, is becoming more and more popular. Do the advantages of shopping this way outweigh the disadvantages?
You travelled by plane last week and your suitcase was lost. You have still heard nothing from the airline company.
Write to the airline and explain what happened . Decribe your suitcase and tell them what was in it. Find out what they are going to do about it.
The diagram shows what happens when a tourist arrives at a US airport. Number the sentences a-g in the correct order to describe the process.
The graph below shows different sources of air pollutants in the UK from 1990 to 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,
Public general have differing views with regard to the advent of concessionary aviation. Some people thinks it has provided a myriad of advantages by making overseas air travel more easily reachable whereas the opposite attitude is true for others. In this essay, I will discuss both views in detail and offer my opinion.
You recently experienced a long flight delay. Write a letter to the airline.
Describe the delay and its duration.
Explain how the delay affected your travel plans.
Ask the airline to offer compensation or alternative arrangements.
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade- labelled coffee ans bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European counties. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In the last 20 years, the assessment of students has undergone major transformation. Many educational institutions no longer use formal examination as a means of assessment as they believe formal examination results are an unfair indication of a student’s ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
the table below shows data on the number of travellers using three major British airports between 1998 and 2003. summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparisons where relevant.
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fuit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
These days many people throw away damaged items rather than repairing them. Why has this change occurred? What are the effects of this change in attitude?
Some modern artirt receive huge sums of money for the things they create, while others struggle to survise. Governments should take steps to resolve this unfair situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree. Give reason for your answer and include any revelant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have bought a new camera but when you got home it home you found it had some problems. You returned the camera and spoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company.
In your letter:
• introduce yourself
• explain the situation
• say what action you would like the company to take.
The pie chart below show the most common advantages and disadvantages of Fairmont island, according to a survey of visitors
The advances in air travel are focused only for the upper class and this seems to have left others with no benefit. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE
The high levels of air pollution in many cities pose a threat to public health. What measures can be taken to improve air quality and reduce the health risks associated with air pollution?
There are plans to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live
near the airport.
Write a letter to your local council. In your letter
say where you live
describe the problem
say why you do not want the development to take place
Some people think that having a set retirement age (e.g. 65 years) for everybody, regardless of occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. Do you agree or disagree? Which types of workers do you think should benefit from early retirement?
Some people think that governments should ban plastic completely, arguing that the material pollutes land, sea, and air, contaminating food sources and causing damage to humans and animals alike. Others believe that plastic makes life safer, healthier, and more convenient, and therefore governments should approach its regulation more conservatively. Which of these two opinions do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
You are having problems with a neighbour’s animals because the fence between your properties is old and In poor repair. You want the neighbour to pay half the cost of building a new fence. Write a letter to your neighbour.
In your letter:
say what the problems are
explain how a new fence will solve the problems
suggest that the neighbour pays half of the cost
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
These days many of us throw damaged things away, whereas in the past people used to repair damaged things and keep them for a long time. Explain why you think this change has happened. what are the effects of this change in attitude?
Some modern artists receive huge sums of money for the things they create, while others struggle to survive. Governments should take steps to resolve this unfair situation. Do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the result of a questionnaire thet asked visitors to the parkway hotel how they rated the hotel's customer services. The same questionnaire was given to 100 guests in the years 2005 and 2010
Air pollution is one of the largest problems the world is facing today. What are some causes of air pollution and what measures can be proposed to solve this problem?
Air transport is increasingly used to export fruit and vegetables where they cannot be grown or out of season. Do the benefits of this trend outweigh the drawbacks?
The charts below give information about the price of tickets on one airline between Sydney and Melbourne
This chart gives information about number of travellers using three airports in New York City between 1995 and 2000.
Last year many famous pop and sports stars earned millions of dollars each. Many other entertainment and sports personalities also have very high incomes.On the other hand,most people in ordinary professions like nurses, doctors and teachers earn only a small fraction of the incomes of these stars. What do you think about stars receiving very high salaries? IS IT fair that people with jobs that directly help people are paid much less? give reasons for your answer.
In many parts of the world, people now often throw things away when they are broken and buy new ones, whereas in the past broken things were repaired and used again. Why do you think this is the case? What problems may it lead to?
Some people think that the best way to solve the problem of air pollution in cities is to increase the cost of vehicle fuel. Others think that different measures should be taken. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
A large company In your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, alter to sponsor a local children’s sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company, In your letter describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team summaries the benefits of paying for the concerts say how you think the company should spend the money
Young people are often the first to suffer when job opportunities are scarce. In which ways does age affect employment opportunities ? how might employers deal with the issue fairly ? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience .
The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevan
Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise pollution and airport construction one reason for this is the growth in low cost passenger flights, often to holiday destination. some people say that government should try to reduce it by taxing it more heavily. do you agree or disagree.
The increasing use of air transport to export fruit and vegetables to countries where they cannot be grown or are out of season is a positive development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Something in an airport delayed you and you have missed your flight. Write a letter to your airport customer service department. In your letter include:
* what delayed you
* how missing the flight effect you
* what you would like the airport to do about this issue
Some people think the cheap air flight gives ordinary people more freedom. However, others think the cheap air flight should be banned because it polluted the air and brings many other problems. Discuss both view and give your opinions.
Today we can see excessive consumption of natural resources such as air, fresh water, oil, and so on. The usage is increasing at a very dangerous pace and is already reaching critical levels. What are the reasons contributing to this? What should be done to minimize the effects?
You were recently helped by an employee at the airport, write to the airport
to
-describe the problem
-Talk about how you were helped
-Suggest how to reward the employee
The bar chart compares the total amount of 3 main exports from Southland's namely international tourism, dairy and meat products in the years 2000, 2015and in the projected year in 2025. Units are measured in billions.
Thanks to developments in technology, many people today have lost basic skills such as how to repair clothes, etc. Why is this happening? Do you think that this is a negative development?
The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write atleast 150 words.
In many countries there is a problem with dec lining quality of air and water from both industry and construction. What measures could be taken to prevent this?
In order to solve traffic jam and air pollution, governments should promote the use of bicycles and restrict vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Chigozie Ogbonna: Buying things on the Internet, such as books, air tickets and groceries, is becoming more and more popular. Do the advantages of shopping in this way outweigh the disadvantages?
The first chart below shows the percentages of women and men in a country involved in some kinds of home tasks (cooking, cleaning, pet caring and repairing the house). The second chart shows the amount of time each gender spent on each task per day. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
It is too expensive to look after and repair old building, this money should be spent on building modern architecture instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people think that having a set retirement age (e.g. 65 years) for everybody, regardless of occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier stage. Do you agree or disagree?
Your friend is coming to your country from abroad, but you can't go to pick him up at the airport. Write a letter to him/her and say
-why you can't pick him up
-suggest alternative ideas
-talk about what he can do in your country
Some people believe that air travel is the best form of transportation. To what extent do you agree with this statement?