You have chosen This will take you about 0 minutes
STEP 1 - Read the task
Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter
explain what has happened
describe the bag and its contents
say what you would like them to do about this problem
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework and household in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Mrs Barrett, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In your letter
- suggest how you could help her in her home
-say why you would like to do this work
-explain when you will and will not be available
The environmental problems that today's world is facing are so great that there is little c can do to improve the situation. So governments and large organizations should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The line graph depicts the percentage of preference transport among adolescents in Australia, the US, Canada, and New Zealand who preferred cars, motorcycles, and bicycles in 2000.
The diagram below shows the productions and processing of milk and dairy products for commercial sale.
The table below shows the results of a survey that asked 6800 Scottish adults (aged 16 years and over) whether they had taken part in different cultural activities in the past 12 months.
5. Chitra - Some people think that keeping pets is good for children while others think it is dangerous and unhealthy. Which opinion do you agree with? Discuss both options and give examples
*you saw a brochure for a one week walking tour in the mountains. You're very interested in taking part, but you're not fit and are worried you wouldn't be able to keep up. Write to the tour* *operator. In your letter*
*1. Explain why you're interested in the tour.*
*2. Ask for information about dates and prices*
*3. Express your concerns about your fitness level.*
The chart below shows the annual rice production in four countries in 2005, 2010 and 2015.
Nowadays there is a trend that media focuses on problems and emergencies rather than positive developments. Some people think that it is harmful to individual and societies. To what extent do you agree ?
Some people believe that parents are the most important influence on a child’s development. Others believe that teachers play a more significant role. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The chart below gives information about how many European citizens of different age groups frequently went to the gym between 1990 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
You recently bought a camera while travelling overseas. When you got to your destination you discovered that some important items were missing from the box.
Write a letter to the local representative of the company. In your letter
give details of the camera and where you bought it
explain what has happened
say what you want him/her to do about it
Exposure to international media such as films, TV and magazines has a significant impact in local culture. What do you think have been the impact? Do you think the advantage overweigh disadvantage?
The chart shows the percentage of full-time undergraduate students at universities in three cities by subject area. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the most important features and making comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that competitive sports have a positive effect on the child’s education .while others argue it is not so. Discuss the advantage and disadvantage and opine.
Some parents believe that learning mathematics is redundant and should not be taught while others believe that it should remain a foundational subject whether or not it is used in later life. Discuss both sides.
the graph below shows electricity production ( in tarawatt hours ) in france between 1980 and 2012
Students these days prefer to take a year off between finishing school and pursuing higher studies. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
The line graph shows Paris Metro station passengers. Summarise the information by selecting and report in the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The line graph below shows the average monthly temperatures in three major cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
One of your pen friends wants to visit your country. You have never seen him/her, and you will be late at the airport. Write a letter to him/her to inform. In your letter,
• explain why you will be late
• suggest him a place to wait for you
• say how he/she can recognise you
For centuries, important parts of education have remained such as reading and writing. With the advent of computer skill be made as fourth aubject to be added. To what extent do you agree?
It is pointless making children who lack artistic talent learn painting and drawing in art classes at school. Instead, they should concentrate on other creative or practical subjects for which they may have more apptitute for. To what extent do you agree or disgaree?
Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professionals. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it’s unfair. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries, people who are unemployed receive a weekly payment from the government. Some people think that this payment should be stopped and that people should be made to work for their money. Do you agree or disagree?
Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first sentence. Why is this happening and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem ?
In many socieities, fashion is becoming more and more important in people's choice of clothes. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think that it is better to more to other countries for greater work and life apportunities. Other argue that it is best to stay in their home country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You should spend around 20 minutes on this task. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie charts and table give information about the total value and sources of fish impoerted to the US between 1988 annd 2000.
1-The graph below shows the pollution levels in London between 1600 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The map below show the centre of small town. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparions where relecant.
Some people say that advertising is extremely succssesful at persuading us to buy things.Other people thinks that adv ertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Currently, there is a trend toward alternative forms of medicine. However, at bests these methods are ineffective, and at worst, they may be dangerous. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
ome people believe that increasing tax on various industries will reduce pollution whereas others believe that there are better alternative ways. Discuss both the view and give your opinion.
People who go to live in other countries, should follow the customs and traditional of the their country. To what extent do youagree or disagree?
Some people believe that young people should spend their time with family, rather than go to entertainment activities outsides the house. Some disagree. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cell phone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011 and 2015.l Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A friend has agreed to look after your house and child while you go out drinking.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Give contact details for when you are away.
Give instructions on how to take care of your child.
Describe other household duties.
Nowadays people buy a lot of unnecessary manufactured products. Is this a positive or negative development? What is the effect of this on the individual and on society?
The line graph shows visits to and from the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1999.The bar chart shows the most popular countries visited by United Kingdom residents in 1999
The crime rates now-a-days is decreasing compared to the past due to advance technology which can prevent and solve crime. Do you agree or disagree?
The maps show changes that took place in Youngsville in New Zealand over a 25 years period from 1980 and to 2005
You find a bag somewhere. The owner address and name were there on the bag.
Write a letter to the owner.
Inform where you found the bag.
Write about the contents of the bag.
Hoe he/she can collect it.
Some people think high school graduates should travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to study at university. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people think that libraries are essential for society. Others, however, disagree and say that it is more practical to access information on computers, while libraries are a waste of money and resources. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram belov is of the life cycle of a frog. Life cycles and other cycles, such as the water cycle, are quite common diagrams to get in IELTS The other common type is a process which shows how something is made or how it works.