The graph below shows the percentage of people by age group visiting the cinema at least once per month in one particular country between 1978 and 2008. The line chart below illustrates the proportion of the public in each age group who visit the cinema at least once per 30 days in on particular nation during the period from 1978 and 2008. Overall, although the four different age groups showed various contrasting trends in cinema visits over the period, the 14–24 age group had the highest level among the others, with only minor fluctuations, whereas the 25-34 age experienced a significant growth. In 1978, the proportion of people between 14 and 24 began at about 40% and showed a minor drop until 1988, then witnessed a sharp increase, reaching 51%
Nowdays we are producing more and more rubbish. Why do you think this is happening? What can governments do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced?
Last month, you travelled to another city. You told a friend who lives in the city that you would meet them, but you did not. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter, - Apologise for not meeting him/her, - Explain why you did not contact him/her earlier - suggest a time and place to meet in the
You borrowed an important textbook during the last term from a classmate. You now realize your classmate has returned home overseas and you still have the book.
Write a letter to him/her.
• apologize for the mistake
• find out how important the book is to him/her
• say what you will do
Computer technologies tre are more accessible and cheaper. As the result, more adults work at home and more children study at home. Is this a positive or negative development?
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no special knowledge of the following topic: News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. What factors do you think influence these decisions? Do we become used to bad news? Would it be better if more good news was reported? Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
You are unhappy about a plan to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live near the airport.
Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter
•explain where you live
•describe the problem
• give reasons why you do not want this development
The graphs below show the number of marriages and divorces in the USA between 1970 and 2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Some students to take a gap years after graduating high school to work and/or travel . The advantages and disadvantages of this
AMany offenders commit more crimes after serving their first punishment. Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
Some people say that it is not possible to be happy without money, while others think that money does not guarantee happiness. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You have recently applied for a course at the college and have been accepted.
However , you cannot join the course due to some reasons.
Write a letter to the principal of the college. In your letter,
•which course you have applied for
•why you cannot join the course
•ask about the possibility of the course in the future
Some people say that to become a good teacher, you should acquire enough training, while others say that teaching capibilities can be developed with experience. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The two maps below show access to a city hospital in 2007 and in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph describe the rate of adults in urban and rural areas who participated four free time activities in 1990 and 2010.
There 2 maps of Paradise Island in the past and the present. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant
The graph and the chart below show the number of students choosing different kinds of course in a university in 2012.
Your children go to a local school that requires volunteers to accompany school science trips
Write a letter to the school to apply to be a volunteer. In the letter:
- Introduce yourself and give details of your children who attend the school
- Explain why you are interested in the position
- Talk about any relevant experience that you have with children
Take a look at the graphics and complete the task. The table and charts show some information about different sports in one country. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The maps below show the layout of James Park in 2017 and the proposed changes to the park in 2027. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows prices of houses in three countries between 1978 and 2014.
The table illustrates the alteration in demographic numbers of six large cities in 2017 and 2018
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of , and planned future development for the site .
The two maps below show the village of Bunborough in the present day and plans for the village in 2024. Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph illustrates the percentage of people residing in urban areas across four Asian countries—Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia—from 1970 to 2020, along with projections for 2030 and 2040.
The map below show the changes that have taken place in Meadowside village and Fonton, a neighbouring town, since 1962.
You should spend about 40 minutes n this task. Some organisations believe that their employees should dress smartly. Others value quality of work above appearance. 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.
Films and games can be accessed at any time from mobile devices, like smartphones, tablets and laptop computers. Do the advantage of such developments outweigh the disadvantages?
The maps below show the centre of a small twon called Islip is it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that money is the major source of happiness in life. do you strongly agree or disagree?
The line graph below shows changes in the amount and type of fast food consumed by Australian teenagers from 1975 to 2000.
You recently attended a series of English lessons in a language school. However, you were unhappy with the teaching quality.
Write a letter to the director of the school. In your letter:
•explain why you chose to study English at the school
•describe the problems you had with the lessons
• suggest how the classes could be improved
The line graph shows value changes in the UK steel industry between 1970 and 2000, while the second line chart shows employment status in the same industry.
Studies have shown that in many countries the income gap be tween the rich and poor is ever increasing. What problems can arise from this situation and what could be done to address this situation?
The graph below gives information on the numbers of participants for different activities at one social centre in Melbourne, Australia for the period 2000 to 2020.
Human cloning is today turning into one of the hottest issues in the world and while it has attracted many supporters, there are still people who disapprove of this modern science. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
The mix graphs give information about The percentage of people arrested from 1990 until 1994
the graph below shows the nimber of tourists visiting a particular Caribbean Island between 2010 and 2017
News editors decide what to broadcast on TV and what to print on newspaper. What factors do you think inflluence on these decisions? Do we become used to bad news? Would it be better if more good news were reported?
The maps show the layout of a coal mine and its improved layout after redevelopment to become a visitor attraction.
Some people believe that it is a waste of time ot read read newspapers and watch news on televison. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The given graph illustrates the number of participants in five different activities at a social center in Melbourne from 2000 to 2020. The activities include film club, martial arts, amateur dramatics, table tennis, and musical performances.
The bar graph indicates tje average amount of water used by different household appliances each day in the US. The table shows how many gallons of water were consumed oer oersin in the US over a 25-year period. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting themain features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some schools are very strict about their school uniforms and the appearance of their pupils, while other schools have a very relaxed dress code. What are the advantages and disadvantages of children of having a school uniform?
you are a member of a sports centre and you have noticed a problem which has not been fixed for some time. Write a letter to the manager of the gym. In your letter
•tell the manager about the problem
•explain how this issue is affecting your experience at the gym
•tell the manager what you would like to happen
This graph displays the number of daily United Kingdom travelers by car, bus or train over the period of 60 years from 1970
You visited a town last month and told your friend that you would like to meet. However, you could not make it.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should:
express your apology
why you could not meet
making arrangements to meet him
The map shows cnanges that Island experienced after the constructions of tourist facilities.
Nuclear power provides cheap and clean energy. The benefits of nuclear technology far outweigh the disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shops using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this will happen one day? why do you think some people might no be happy to give up using cash?