Some people think that it is more important to spend money on experiences, such as travel and concerts, than on material possessions like clothes and cars. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. (
Your friend will be staying at your home, but you can’t be there. Write a letter in which you explain: - How the keys will get to him/her - How to use the electrical appliances - Recommend some interesting places to visit
Mobile phones have made life easier and anyone can use a mobile phone to answer or make work calls or home calls art any place 7 days a week. Do you think this development has more positive effects or negative effects on the individual and the society ?
Government needs to spend money to encourage the deevelopment of sports and arts for school students, rather than to support professional sports and art events. Do you agree or disagree?
The given maps represent the island before and after the construction of several buildings for tourists.
The typical teacher-student relationship in the classroom will not exist in 2050. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
The chart below shows the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison when relevant.
Some employers believe that job applicants' social skills are more important than their academic qualifications. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar graph illustrates the frequency of eating at fast food restaurants amongst Americans between 2003 and 2013. Overall, most Americans eat at those restaurants between once a week to twice a month. Looking in closer detail at the chart, it can be observed that just over 30 % of people in the USA used to eat fast food once a week whilst 30% used to eat fast food once or twice a week. A minority of people never consumed fast food neither consumed it daily .In 2006, a slight increase in the frequency of once a week can be noticed. At the same time, the percentage of several times a week consumers growth moving from around 16% to exactly 20%; as well as the feature of once or twice a month . Furthermore, there were still a few people, approximately 3%, who were daily fast-food customers. Finally, in 2013, about 33% of people used to eat fast food once or twice a month and still a tiny portion of individuals used to purchase fast food every day or never.
You have rented a condominium (apartment). Under tenancy agreement, you are required to give a three-month notice period before vacating the condo. For some reasons, you have to give up the condo all of a sudden as you have to migrate to other city as soon as possible.
Write a letter to your landlord,
• explain the reason for a sudden decision of vacating the condo
• ask fora special consideration
• how you would feel if your special consideration is granted
Causes and Solutions to environmental damage. Environmental damage is a problem in most countries. What is the cause of this damage? What should be done about this problem?
In some countries school arrange work for students without payments so that students get expriences. To what extend is it benificial for the students as well as the company or institutions.
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. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
These days Internet shopping is increasing getting popular. Discuss the impact on climate and on the individual who lost their employment?
Topic Technology development in a country may cause the death of tradition skills and ways of life. It is pointless to ensure the survival of tradition skills and ways of life. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the above?
In many countries, good schools and medical facilities are available only in cities. Some people think new teachers and doctors should work in rural areas for a few years, but others think everyone should be free to choose where they work. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answers and provide relevant example and experience you might have.
Business & cultural exchange between countries is increasing and this is thought to be a positive development by some. However, others believe that it might lead to loss of identity. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the total number of minutes of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three categories, from 1995-2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In several parts of the world, there is currently a lack of students choosing to study science in universities and colleges. What is the causes? And what will be the effects on society?
The chart below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relavant.
Global warming is one the most serious issues that the world is facing today. What are the cause of global warming and what can govenment and individual take to tackle this issues?
It is sometimes argued that personal achievement depends on a fair and equitable society or personal freedom. In my opinion, I believe that these two factors are prime drivers for individuals to achieve more.
Some people believe that working from home is more beneficial for employees, while others argue that it reduces productivity and teamwork. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to apply for a position to look after a house in Scotland where the owners are going away. Provide personal details, what qualities you have for this position and ask for information.
Some people think visitors to other countries should imitate local customs and behaviour. Some pople disagree, they think the host country should welcome cultural differenecs. Discuss the two views and give your opinion.
More and more people are travelling internationally for their holidays but it is expensive and bad for the environment. Do the advantages of international travel for the individual outweigh the disadvantages?
Your local college is organizing an event on International Student’s Day.
Write a letter to the organizer and say:
•What topics would you like them to cover?
•Why would it be interesting for students?
• Ask questions about the arrangement
Examine the arguments in favour and against animal experiments, and come to a conclusion on this issue. You should use your own ideas, knowledge, and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
More and more families have computers in their homes, and children spend a great deal of their time using their home computers. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation and give your own opinion
Write an essay on the following topics (at least 250 words). Every year large numbers of people migrate from one country to another for different reasons. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of migration for the individual and for society as a whole.
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this a positive or a nagative development?
An increasing number of professionals such as doctor and teacher are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problem does this cause? What can be done to deal with this situation?
Because of traffic and housing problems in the cities, the government encourages businesses to move to the rural areas. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that the activity of large multinational corporations mostly benefits the economy of developing countries. Other people take the opposite view and feel that these large multinationals are generally harmful. Discuss both views and give your opinion
People in big cities are facing many health challenges due to a high level of air pollution. What causes air pollution in big cities? Can you suggest some ways to deal with this situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think tht formal educaion shuld start for children as early as possible. While others thinks that it shold no start unilt 7 years of age. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe that playing games and watching TV programs is beneficial but for others it does not improve mental ability of children. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The table shows the population ratio of females per 100 males in six different areas in 1995 and 2005. (Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, Central America and Oceania). Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people say the government should not put money into building theaters and sports stadiums, they should spend more money on medical care and education. To what extent do you agree or disagree this opinion?
Some people think that the modern communication technology is having a negative effect on a social relationships. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some educationalists think that international exchange visits benefit teenagers at school . To what extent do the advantage outweigh the disadvantages?
Many believe that formal pen and paper examinations are not the best method to assess educational achievement. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this approach.
You are taking a course at a local college .The deadline for your project was last week but you have finished it. write a letter to your lecturer in your letter:
. introduce yourself
.explain why you haven't handed in the project yet.
.request more about to do it.
Universities should accept equal numbers of males and female student in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that the idea of having a career with one company is an old-fashioned one. To what extent do you think having several different jobs or careers is better than a career with one company?
Some people believe that art plays a crucial role in society, while others think it is a luxury. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Tourism has increased so much over the last 50 years that it is having a mainlynegative impact on local inhabitants and the environment. However, other claimthat it is good for the economy. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages oftourism and give your opinion.
The two maps below show a small local museum in the year 1957 and 2007. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual wellbeing. What factors contribute to job satisfaction? How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. (
Some people argue that government should make laws regarding people's nutrition and food choices to improve public health while others Contend that this is the freedom of personal choice and responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.