The average standard of people's health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. 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.
Some children receive almost no encouragement from their parents regarding their performance at school, while other children receive too much pressure from their over enthusiastic parents which can have a negative impact on the child. Why do you think some parents put too much pressure on their children to perform well at school? What do you think the role of a parent should be in their child's education?
Describe a career that requires a lot of hard work, but is rewarding in the end. What is the job, and why is it rewarding despite the challenges? Give specific details to support your answer.
In some cultures, children are often told they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advanages and disadvantages of gibing children this message?
Some people say that world travel benefits everyone,regardless of age. Other people claim that only those over a certain age should experience global travel. How far do you agree or disagree?
The only reason why people work hard is to earn money and there is no other reason for doing so. To what degree do you support or oppose this idea?
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruirts and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or out of season. Some people consider it a good idea , bu some people oppose it. Discuss boh views and give your opinion.
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has writlen to ask you for help in finding a job in your country, You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her,
Write a letter to this friend, In your letter
tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves
say why you think the job would be suitable for him/ her
explain how to apply for the job
Safety standards are important when building people's homes. Who should be responsible for enforcing strict building codes – the government or the people who build the homes? Use your own knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Nowadays in many countries young people have a hard time finding jobs. What are the causes of this and what could be the effects?
The table provides information about several ways that UK unemployment spent their time last year. Overall, it is evident that housework, shopping and job hunting were the most popular activities in both men and women. By contrast, they spend less time drinking and doing nothing. In regard to men who activated in the morning, they spent 22% of their time seeking for a job. Similarly, the figures of housework and shopping were 19% and 20% for each, meanwhile the other categories' data were 14% and lower. Furthermore, morning women spent nearly half of the day doing house chores and about about 6 hours a day going shopping. However, the other groups ranged from 1% to 16%. In terms of afternoon men, watching TV accounts for 14% of their time, while the data of staying in bed is merel 1%. Moreover, others varied from 3% to 13%. It can be seen that one fifth of afternoon women's time was spent for housework and they did not stay in bed and played sport at all. On the one hand, other activities changed from 2% to 17%.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make.
Write a letter to the bank manager. In the letter:
• Introduce yourself.
• Explain that you did not buy the items listed. – I am on vacation
• Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem.- investigate the case/send revised credit card statemen
Phychological illnesses may not be as obvious as physical illnesses or disablities, neverthless they are just as disabling in their own way. Society, however, is more accepting of those with physical than phychological illnesses or disablities. The letter being regarded as a 'taboo' subject sometimes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people regard video games as harmless fun, or even as a useful educational tool.Others, however, believe that videos games are having an adverse effect on the people whoplay them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?
some people spend most of their lives living close to where they were on board. What might be the reason for this? What are the advantages and disadvantages?
Write a letter to the manager of the Lost and Found department of the railway regarding the luggage you accidentally left on the train. In your letter
-give the details of your train trip
-describe the luggage you left on the train
-say what actions you want him/her to take.
Schools should only teach academic subjects like math and science, and disregard non- academic subjects like music and sports. Do you agree or disagree?
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter tell your friend about the job and what sort of working involves. say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her. Explain how to apply for the job.
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
With the rise of e-book cone the decline in paper books. Some people see this is a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
A line graph shows recent survey about the number of people traveling through London's underground station boarding Victoria terminal at different times of the day. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
some people think that success in life comes form hard work and determination, while others think that there are more important factors such as money and appearance. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
With the rise of e-books comes the decline in paper books. Some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
Your local newspaper wants to reward people who have contributed much to the community. Write a letter to the newspaper editor recommending someone in your community.
In your letter
•describe who the person is and how you know them;
• describe their contributions to the community;
• explain why you think they deserve the reward.
Some people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination, while others think that there are more important factors such as money and appearance. Discuss both vews and give your own opinion.
In many countries children engage in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable experience, important for learning and taking responsibilty. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Q. Many cities/metropolitan areas/towns are now turning parks/public gardens and farmland into new housing developments. Is this a positive or negative development?
In some societies the number of crime committed by teenagers is growing. Some people think that regardless of age, teenagers who commit major crime should receive adult punishment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that schools should group their pupils according to academic ability. Others believe students should be grouped together regardless of academic ability. Write an essay supporting one side of this debate.
In recent years, the pressure on schools and university students has been increasing. And they are pushed to work hard at a very young age. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
3.Some people think that having a set retiremnt age (e.g 65 years) for everyone, regardless off occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at earlier age. Do you agree or disagree? Which types of workers do you think should benefit from early retiremnent? –
You are a student at a university in the UK. You have recently lost your university ID card. Write to the local police station, giving details of who you are, what happened and ask to record your details so that you can apply for a new ID card.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The first man to walk on the moon claimed it was a step forward for mankind. However it has made a little difference in most peoples lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
In many country’s children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. What are your opinions on this?
With the rise of ebooks comes the decline in paper books. Some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
What do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world? How can people work towards achieving an ideal society?
Air craft have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or out of season.Some people consider it a good idea,but some people appose it.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have moved to another city but your bank has your old address and continues to send all communication there. Write a letter to your bank branch.
In the letter, mention:
•Where have you moved?
• What problem are you facing regarding the bank’s communication?
• What you want them to do regarding old communication already sent to the wrong address.
Some people think that having a set retirement age (e.g 65 years) for everyday, regardless og occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserves to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. Do you agree or disagree? Which type of workers do you think shiuld benefits frkm early retirement? Give reasons and examples.
When designing a building, some people think that the intended use of the building should be taken into account rather than the outward appearance. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently heard that your friend has started a new job. Write a letter to congratulate him/her. In your letter:
- congratulate them
- ask about the new job
- suggest a time to meet
Some people believe that universities should only recruit young people with good school grades. Others believe that everyone should be given a chance regardless their age and school marks. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It is not the responsibility of billionaires to address social problems. They have created their own money by working hard and they should be able to spend it in anyway that they want to. If it wasn’t for billionaires, we wouldn’t have a lot of the things which we all enjoy today, such as X-boxes, iPhones and Tesla cars. We should be thanking them, not criticising them.To what extent do you agree with the above statement?
Everybody sould be allowed admission to university or college programs regardless of their level of academic ability. 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.
Some feel that students should not have to take standardized tests in school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shop using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you thinkthis will be happen one day? Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?
To solve the ever-increasing environmental hazards throughout the world, the best way is to increase the price of fuel. What is your opinion on the above assumption? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays people work too hard. What are the reasons for this? What should employers do to prevent employees from over-working?
Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should beto give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What ,in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
some people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination while others think that there are more important factors such as meuney and appearance . Discuss both view and give opinion