Computers are widely used in education and teachers now play a less important role in the classroom than ever before. Do you agree or disagree?
The given line graph illustrates the average data of a museum tourists in both summer and winter in the year 2003. Overall, it is observed that during summer, the museum had many visitors compared to winter. To begin with, the highest visits recorded were of about 1600 people to the museum at 12noon during the hot weather which declined to 800 people at 4pm. Whereas in winter about 500 visitors came at 10am which somewhat fluctuate till 12 noon. However, there was massive declined during the winter at 12noon till around 2pm whereas there was no visitors recorded from 2pm till 6pm unlike during summer, the downward trend was only from 4pm and there was no record of no visitors.
Every year more and more students choose to study online rather than attend classes on campus. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
Some people argue that mass media only bring negative effect to society and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is essential to include physical education classes in the curriculum for all school age children. Others think that children's time is better spent on more academic subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many young people are leaving the countryside to live in cities leaving behind an elderly population. What are the problems associated with this? What can be done about it?
1.You are a parent and you need information about a school trip your child is going on.
Write a letter to the class teacher. In your letter
• introduce yourself
• explain what information you are looking for
• inform the teacher about any specific needs your child has
You recently had a positive experience at a department store where a staff member was vey helpful to you. Write a letter to the store manager. In your letter,
Mention which part of the store you visited
Describe how the staff member assisted you
Suggest what would you like the manager to do to reward their good services.
Excessive computer gaming is one of the biggest threats to children's physical and mental health in the 21st century. Discuss the problems and associated solutions for this issue.
During last twenty years, the assessment of students has undergone a major transformation. Many educational institutions have shifted their focus from traditional examination towards variety of innovative assessment techniques, as they believe traditional examination results are not often true to student's ability. To what extent do you agree with this?
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driveless. The only people travelling inside these vechiles will be passengers. Do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
people think that the government should provide assistance to all kind of artists, including painters, musicians and poets. However, other people think that this a waste of money. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
R) In future, all cars, buses, and trucks will be driverless. The only people traveling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? At universities and colleges, sports and social activities are just as important as classes and libraries and should receive equal financial support. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer
Artificial intelligence will soon replace teachers in the classroom. Do you agree with this statement? What is an alternative to traditional face to face teaching? Write the whole essay using everything you’ve learned to write a Band 7 essay.
Some people think that exams are a good way of assessing a a student's level, Other people believe that they put unnecessary pressure on young learners and tell us very ittle about their actual ability. Discuss both views and give your own opinior
Imagine that you are in a classroom or a meeting. The teacher or the meeting leader says something incorrect. In your opinion, which of the following is the best thing to do?
— Interrupt and correct the mistake right away.
— Wait until the class or meeting is over and the people are gone, and then talk to the teacher or meeting leader.
— Say nothing.
Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Several people assert that the main cause of crime is an economically disadvantaged background. However, others say that crime is caused by a person's nature. Discuss both ideas and give your own opinion.
Some people think that school children should be asked to work individually in class. Others believe that working in small groups is better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Your child is going on a school trip abroad for three days and the headmaster of the school has asked any parents if they would like to come along to assist. You would like to go.
Write a letter to the headmaster.
In your letter:
Say why you would like to go
Suggest what you could do to help during the trip
Ask some further questions about the trip
Some people believe that it is better for students learning language in small classes. To what extant do you agree or disagree?
In the modern world there is a movement away from written exams to more practical assessment. Discuss advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
You have begun a new course at University and the professor gave you the first assignment of the course . You are not sure how to write the assignment.
Write an email to your professor . In your letter:
-state your purpose;
-explain the problem;
-ask for an appointment to discuss it
Technology is becoming progressively universal. In the fullness of time, classroom reachers will be totally substituted for technology. Do you agree or disagree?
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important to a child’s development as other subject, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A few individuals believe that schools should focus on making students more competitive, whereas others assert that cooperation and teamwork are vital for students and must be given priority. I intend to mention both the views along with my opinion in the following paragraphs.
Some people believe that exams are an inappropriate way of measuring student's performance and should be replaced by continuous assessment. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
The mass media including TV, radio and newspaper have a great influence on people’s ideas today. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Present a written argument to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic: 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?
some people say that due to the growing number of unfit and overweight people sport should be made compulsory in all educational establishments. others claim that only voluntary decision to do sports help people to be fit, but compulsory physical education embarrasses and turns away students who don't like sport. give your opinion.
In the future, all cars, buses and trucks will be driveless. This only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passenger. Do you thik the advantages of driveless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think the typical teaching of a teacher and students in the class will not exist by the year 2050. Do you agree or disagree?
Schools should focus on academic success and passing examinations. Skills such as cookery, dressmaking and woodwork should not be taught at school as it is better to learn these from family and friends. To that extent do you agree or disagree.
Many people believe that formal "pen and paper"examinations are not the best method of assessing educational achievement. To what extent do you agree or disagree？
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless.The only peopletravelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantanges.
Some people believe that a school teacher’s role is to motivate and inspire their students, however other people think that teacher’s primary role is to simply pass on knowledge so students can pass exams. What do you think is the role of a teacher?
Your parents will be celebrating their 40th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. Write to your best friend, Joan, who is a professional event planner. In your letter:
•explain why the occasion is special
• ask for her assistance
• set up a time to meet at your friend's convenience to discuss your plans
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Joan,
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The diagram shows a methord of shaping glass containers.
In the furture, buses, cars and trucks will be driveless. The only people travelling inside will be passengers. Do you think the advantages driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
byThe charts below compare five different countries, showing the electricity used (measured in megawatts or mw) in a typical hospital during one week, and also the number of emergency medical calls made by local residents during the same week. The last chart shows the average time (in minutes) spent on assessing emergency cases by hospital medical staff before the patients are treated. Chart 1 (below): Electricity used (megawatts or mw) in a typical hospital Chart 2 (below): Number of emergency medical calls made by local residents chart 3: average time (in minutes) spend on assessing emergency cases by hospital medical staff before treatment.
Recent advances in air travel have focused only on those sitting in Þrst class and have left other passengers with no beneÞts. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, many schools use computers during classes as a way to motivate children and to teach them IT skills. How important is it to teach children to use computers? Do you think using computers in class is a good idea? - -
Global warming is one of the one of the biggest threats human face in the 21st Century and sea levels are continuing at the alarming rates. What problems are associated with this and what are some possible solutions.
Last year you attended a presentation skill course at the Sidney College of Australia. You new employer has asked you to provide copies of your reports and assignments as quickly as possible. Write a letter to the direction of the school.
In your letter:
*Explain who you are and why you are writing
*Request these documents
*Ask whether you need to pay any fee for that
Should students be allowed to choose which classes they take, or should they be required to take the same classes as everyone else? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each approach to education? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In the interest of road safety, cyclists should be required to pass a test before they are allowed on public roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation? Assel.
“It is argued that mobile phones and other electronic devices have no place in the classroom” To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience,
In the future, all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. the only people travelling inside thse vehicles will be passengers. is this a positive or negative.?
One of the widely discussed issues nowadays is private cars banned from certain city centres. It is undeniable that private cars has become an essintial part of our life. However, there is no absolute agreement as some people find banned private transport beneficial, while others consider everything associated with banned cars negatively