Some people think young people are suitable for learning foreign languages. Some think adults are more suitable. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Learning English at school is often seen as more imporiant 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 languages and, if so, how?
The ability of learning a foreign language becoming less important due to the advances of technology. Do you agree or disagree
The chart below shows the value of one country's export in various cayegories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage changes in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
the graph describes the changes in medical funding in four countries from 2010 to 2018.
Some people think it is better for people to change their career at least once in their life and do different kinds of jobs. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
ome people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to orwork 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. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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 selectiong and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Now that computers can very well translate all kinds of languages in the world, do we really need to learn more languages in future? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is known to all that the technogical and scientific aduances have made great changes to range and quality of food. Some people regard it as an improvement while others believe that the change is harmful. it as beliade that the views and our great changes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The maps show the changes of Bell Hill Farm in 1976 and 2006. (Bell Hill Farm in 1976 to Bill Hill Environmental Center 2006). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Learning English 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 languages and, if so, how?
The line graph compares the employment rate in the USA and how this rate changes over the course of 8 decades starting from 1930.
some educationalists think that international exchange visits will benifit teenagers at the school. To what extent advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that there are things individuals can do to help prevent global climate change, others believe that action by individuals is useless and irrelevant and that it is only governments and large business can make a difference. Discuss both views and opinions.
The table below gives information about the use of different modes of transport in Shanghai in 1996, and one possible projection (high motorization scenario) for their use in 2020.
Environmental issues such as climate change have always been an international problem because governments are not imposing harsh punishments against offenders. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that climate change reforms will negatively affect business . Others feel they are opportunity for business .Discuss both side and give your opinion.
Opinions on food are changing rapidly and there are many who believe that everyone chould follow a vegetarian diet because it would have a positive impact in our health and the environment. Do you agree or disagree?
living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. to what extent do ypu agree or disagree with this statement.
Earlier technological developments were more beneficial and changed the lives of the ordinary people than recent technology ever will. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The line chart illustrates the figure for the price of three metals, copper, nickel, and zinc changed per month in the year 2014.
Living in a country where have to speak foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problem. to what extent do you agree or disageree with this statement
Children all over the world should learn to speak a single, universal language fluently in addition to their native language. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign languge can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
an increasing number of people choose to have cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why do people want to change the way they look? And Is it a positive or negative development?
You are working at an international company and recently your responsibilities have changed and you think more training is required. Write to your boss saying
How your job has changed
Describing the training you need
Suggesting how training could be done efficiently
Five months ago you started renting an apartment on a six month agreement. you wish to stay in the apartment for longer than 6 months, you originally agreed with the owner. Write a letter to the owner of the apartment. In your letter:
How long do you want to rent the apartment for
Explain why your plans have changed
Tell the owner about a problem in the apartment
ore and more wild animals are on the verge of extinction and others are on the endangered list. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this problem?
The graph below shows changes in global food and oil prices between 2000 and 2011. Summarise it.
Applying for a Job
You have decided to apply for a job as a Spanish instructor that was advertised in the April edition of the magazine Teaching Professional. This ad was posted by Mr John Sullivan, director of the Spanish department at The Language Institute of Great Britain in London, England. In your letter to Mr Sullivan:
explain why you are writing
describe your qualifications and experience
explain how they can contact you
living in a country where you have to speak a foreign languages can cause serious social problems as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
the map shows the changes in the layout of the self-study area from 2016 to 2018.
You recently enjoyed a meal at an expensive restaurant, and you were impressed with the good service you received. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
•Explain the circumstances of your visit to the restaurant.
• Describe the service you received.
• Say what you would like the manger to do.
The line graph shows the change in production (million tonnes) of three products in the forest industry in a European country.
Many people believe that there is a lot of importance of lifelong learning in the phase of rapidly changing technology. Do you agree or disagree? Discuss both views along with your opinion.
You have recently heard that your manager will be leaving the company next month. You and your colleague are planning to buy a farewell gift for her.
Write a letter to your colleague. In your letter:
say how you feel about your manager leaving
describe a present you think would be suitable
discuss arrangements for buying the gift or planning a farewell celebration
The two maps below show changes to the town of Somerville over a 10-year-period.
The maps below show the changes that took place at the seaside resort of Templeton between 2000 and 2013. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people have changed from a mainly meat-based diet to a vegetarian one in recent years. Do you think there are more advantages or more disadvantages to following a vegetarian diet.
Instead of trying to prevent climate change, people should find a way to live with it. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports center that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success. Write a letter to the manager of the sports center. In your letter:
• Describe what the problem with the changing rooms is
• Say what happened the last times you complained
• Explain what you want the manager to do
the graph below shows predictions about the number of people who will study three major world languages between 2020 and 2030. summerize the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparision where relevant.
You are visiting a town where you once worked. Write to a friend you worked with there.
Include the following in your letter:
•Tell your friend about your life now.
•Give him/her details of your visit.
•Arrange how you can meet.
Living in a country where you have tospeak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Two maps show an Island, and changes that take place after construction of tourist facilities.
The provided maps illustrate the changes that occurred in a museum building and its grounds between 1957 and 2007.
Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships that people make? Has this been a positive or negative development?
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problemes. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The maps below show the changes that occurred to a town named Willington in 1780, 1860, and 2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.