The map below is of the town of Canterbury. A new school (S) is planned for the area. The map shows two possible sites for the school. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the percentage of water used for different purposes in six areas of the world. You are advised to spend about 20 minutes on this task. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You are about to start social meetings in a particular area where people from different nationalities can take part.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper requesting him to publish information about this:-
- What activities you have planned
- When the first meeting takes place and where
As transportation and housing problems increase in many cities, some governments are encouraging businesses to move to rural areas. Do you think the benefits outweigh the disadvantages?
In some areas of the US, a 'curfew' is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. _ What is your opinion about this?
These days huge portions of population are moving from rural areas to urban areas.Do you thibk it us a positive or negative trend?
There have been some problems with the Internet service, especially its reliability, in your area over the last two weeks.
Write a letter to the manager of the Internet company. In your letter
• describe what the problems are
• explain how these problems are affecting you
• suggest what you would like the company to do
A rise in the standard of living in a country often only seems to benefit cities rathar than rural areas. What problems might this difference cause? How might these problems be reduced ?
Some people think that it would be better for large companies and industries to move regional areas outside large urban areas. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In some countries, governments are encouraging businesses and industries to move to regional areas outside big cities. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
You want to volunteer to help the old people of your community. An organization in your area works for the benefit of old people. Write a letter to the in-charge of that organization explaining
- Why do you want to help
- How can you help them
- When will you be available
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money came from and the chars show how it was distributed.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
- describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team
- summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts
- say how you think the company should spend some mone
Traffic and accomodation problems are increasing and government should encourage some businesses to move from cities to rural areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money came form and the charts show how it was distributed.
Topic: The tables and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money came from and the chart shows how it was distributed.
In some areas of the US, a ‘curfew’ is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
write a letterto local authorities by requesting additional sports facilities for your age group in your area.
Some people think that housing facilities should be built in the vacant areas of cities and towns, while others believe that parks should be set instead. Planting trees is very important for the environment. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table and pie chart illustrates populations in AUstralia according to different nationalities and areas
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 shows what an area looked like in 1986 and in the present. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that to protect local culture, tourism should be banned in some areas whereas others think that change is evitable and banning tourism will have no benefits. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
You are attending an evening course at a college. Write a letter to the administrator of the college.
1. What do you like about the course?
2. What are some areas of improvement?
3. What is your suggestion?
There have been some problems with public transport in your area recently.
Write a letter to the manager of the transport company. In your letter:
Describe the problems
Explain how these problems are affecting the public
Suggest some changes that could be made
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
The line graph bellow shows information about avareage price on homes in thre countries from 1997 to 2014
the maps belwo show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton,and planned future development of the site.
Some people think that it would be better for large companies and industry to move to regional areas outside large urban areas centres. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Today, food travels thousands of miles from farms before it reaches consumers in urban areas. Why is this the case? Is this a positive or negative trend?
The graph below shows the wheat export of three different areas from 1985 to 1990
You are moving home. Write a letter to your neighbours to say goodbye to them and to thank them for their help during your stay. In your letter
explain how they helped you
say what you will miss the most about the area where you lived
invite them to visit you at your new home.
You are organising a local committee meeting. You would like a local MP to attend the meeting to contribute to a discussion about green areas in the community. Write a letter of invitation to the MP's secretary, Mrs Shelton. In your letter -introduce your committee -say why you are having the meeting -invite the MP to attend
You recently discovered that there are plans to construct a new block of flats in your local area.
Write a letter to the local authority. In your letter:
· explain how you know about the plans
· describe the negative effects this will have on your neighbourhood
· suggest a possible solution to the problem
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours. Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
Describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
Explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
Suggest what should be done about the problem
A rise in the standard of living in a country often only seems to benefit cities rather than rural areas. What problems can this cause? How might these problems be reduced?
Young people are leaving their homes in rural areas to work or study in cities. What are the reasons? Do the advantages of this development outweigh the drawbacks?
We have been living in the nuclear age now for over half a century. Since the first atomic bombs were developed, nuclear technology has provided governments with the ability to totally destroy the planet. Yet the technology has been put to positive use as an energy source and in certain areas of medicine. To what extent is nuclear technology a danger to life on Earth? What are the benefit and risks associated with its use?
A hundred years ago, people think that human race is steadily improving in every areas of life. Now if seems this is not certain in that situation. In which areas do you think we have made important progress nowadays? ln which areas do you think we still need to make progress?
The map below shows the development of an area between 1995 and the present. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The map below is of the town of Canterbury. A new school (S) is planned for the area. The map shows two possible sites for the school. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. N University Countryside 5km to Sturry (Population: 7,000) Housing S1 Town Centre S2 7km to Chartham (Population: 4,500) CANTERBURY Countryside ITown Centre (no traffic zone) Housing University Main roads
The graph below shows the number of overseas visitors to three different areas in a European country between 1987 and 2007 Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries, people like to eat a wide variety of food that can be grown in other areas. As a result, people eat more food produced in other regions than local food. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh its disadvantages
Overpopulation of urban areas has led to numerous problems. What serious problems has this caused and what should governments and individuals do to tackle these problems. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge
Some people are happy to spend their whole life living in the same place. However, others prefer to live in many areas over their life time. Discuss both opinions and give your own opinion.
The two maps illustrate the major changes in a harbour from 2000 to the present time. Overall, the port has undergone a significant development marked by the introduction of numerous amenities and the renovation of others. In 2000, the harbour was joinable from 2 entrances starting from the main road, which is located alongside the western edge of the map. However, another entrance has been settled in the recent plan. Indeed, a new entry was exclusively devoted to a large car park as well as additional toilets and showers. Furthermore, the marina and its private yachts have taken a larger area in front of the new toilets whilst the fishing boats were permuted to the initial marina’s space in the 2000 port’s feature. Alongside the northern entry of the port, new docks and passenger ferries, located before arriving at the public beach, were erected. On the other southern side, new cafes and shops were constructed in addition to the replacement of the further eastern castle with a hotel. To summerize, the following harbour has been developped with the introduction of a fresh infrastructure and the renovation of the ancient ones.
The increased world demand for oil in gas has made it necessary for locating these resources in remote and untouched natural areas. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of damaging these nature areas?
write a letter to local authorities by requesting additional sports facilities for your age group in your area.
Nowadays, people believe that governments should invest tax-payer’s money in healthcare, others believe that money should be use in other areas. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
The chart shows the changes that took place in three different areas of crime in Newport city centre from 2003 to 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the
Students from disadvantaged families and rural areas are finding it difficult to get a university education. Some people believe that universities should help them. To what extent do you agree or disagree?