some experts hold the view that it’s better for the children to start learning foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. give advantages and disadvantages.
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 minimise the effects?
In schools and universities, girls tend to choose our while, boys like science. What are the reasons for this friend and you think this today should be changed
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You live in a room in college which you share with another student.
However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it
very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter,
• describe the situation
• explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
• say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people think that children should start to learn foreign language at a very early age . Do you agree or disagree?
Some educationalist think that international exchange visits will benefit teenagers at schools. To what extent do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The teaching of Information Technology is a standard part of the school curriculum in most secondary schools. The same is now happening in primary schools,where children as young as six are learning how to use computers. However, there is a danger that IT skills are being taught at the expense of more basic skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays in many countries chemicals are used to produce and preserve food. Do the dangers associated with the use of chemicals in food production outweigh the advantages?
You are planning a vacation and want your friend to come with you.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
tell your friend about the vacation
explain why you want your friend to come
give details about the arrangements
New developments in agriculture include factory farming and the creation of new fruits and vegetables. Many people believe, however, that huge industrial farms and genetically modified plants are dangerous and that we need to go back to smaller, more natural farming. Do you agree with the developments in farming?
In some cities public parks and open spaces are being changed into gardens where local residents can grow their fruit and vegetable. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think government should ban dangerous sports such as sky diving and rocks climbing. Do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the propotions of British students at one University in England who were able to speak other languages in addition to English in 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this owthweigh the disadvantages?
You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• exain the important event
• apolgise for the situation
• suggest a new arrangment
The diagrams 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 feature make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below provide the primary reason tourists visited Orange City in two different years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The line graph compares the changing birth rate in the UK for women,who are in different age groups between 1973 and 2008.
Some people think that the government should ban dangerous sports, but others think that people should have freedom to choose sports activities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
There are two-line chart diagrams depict changes that the percent of electrical appliance in households in 1920-2019 and the total time of doing housework every weeks in same time.
Some think that people should not change their jobs while others think they should because it brings advantages for themselves, companies and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion
The chart illustrates the percentage change in average house prices in New York, Madrid, Tokyo, Frankfurt and London by compared the average house prices in 1990 to 1995 and 1996 to 2002 with the average house prices in 1989.
With the popularity of English growing by the day it is becoming a global language. Many people now neglect their own mother tongue and prefer to learn English. What are the problems that could arise if everyone adopts English as a language? Offer some solutions to this problem.
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant.
Extreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australia, for
someone to teach their two children your language for a year.
Write a letter to the couple.In your letter
explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
say what e/se you could do for the family
. give your reasons for wanting the job
Some people think that keeping pets is good for children, while others think it is dangerous and unhealthy. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that the Internet is responsible for destroying social skills of teenagers and young adults. Why do you think the Internet is seen as dangerous in this way and what can we do to make sure that it does not harm the social development of teenagers and young adults?
* Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some educationist think that international exchange visit will benefit teenagers at school. To what extent do the advantages outweigh disadvantages?
The bar chart illustrates the changes in home appliance ownership and the spent doing housework in a country’s homes between 1920 and 2019.
Some scientists believe intelligent life forms may exist on other planets and some want to send messages to space to contact these life forms. But other scientists believe it is a bad idea and it could be dangerous. Discuss both ideas and give your own opinion.
Global warming/Climate change are pressing problems that every country and the world will have to deal with in the future. What are the causes of global warming? What are some possible solutions? (Probable question)
Today our communication, medicine and transport system all depend on computer technology. Our reliance on computer technology in these fields has created a dangerous situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The maps below show how the ground floor of a particular building has changed over time. Akerke
Water shortage is a dangerous problem in the world. Discuss the consequences (irritation problems + people needs) and solutions (global efforts) for this problem? And do the social media or newspapers spread the awareness among people (leak of comagins)? And examples which are relevant.
Some people say that soon we will never again have to learn a foreign language because computers will be able to translate all languages into English. What are the advantages and disadvantages of computers being able to do this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more wild animals are on the vergeof extinction and others are on the endangered list. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this peoblem?
In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices and homes in specific areas and seperate them from each other. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages
Many animal species are becoming extinct due to human activities such as deforestation, pollution, and hunting. Some people believe that governments should take strict measures to protect endangered animals. Others argue that individuals have more responsibility to prevent animal extinction. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some e[perts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary schools rather than secondary school . Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
development of tourism contribute to becoming the most prominenet language in the world . some prople think that it will lead to english becoming the only language to be spoken globally. what are the advantages and disadvantages?
It is important to ensure that children with a wide range of abilities and from a variety of social backgrounds mixed with each other at schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Q: Many people are now opting to provide technology companies with their personal data in exchange for access to software. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
People spend less time at home than they used to. What are the reasons for this change and what are the effects on society and individuals?
Computers these days can translate all kinds of language with great accuracy. Hence, our children will not need to learn more languages in the future. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people choose to travel abroad to learn a foreign language instead of studying in theilhome town. Do the advantages oflearning a new language in this way outweigh the disadvantages?
A resturant near your house is making a lot of noise. You called the manger but no action was taken. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
*Introduce yourself
*Describe the problems you are facing because of this
*suggest solutions
Learning English language at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local language and, if so, how?
To solve the problem of traffic congestion govt should provide free public transport 24*7. To what extent do you agree or disagree. more disagree as there could be so many other ways to sort it out. It helps companies to change the working hours