A construction project has recently begun near your home. There are loud noises coming from the construction site all day. In the last few days, the workers have been working until midnight. You are having trouble sleeping with the loud noise, and you have to wake up at 6:00 a.m. for work. Write an email to your local government and do the following things: • Tell them where you live. • Explain what the problem is. • Ask them to limit the time in which the workers can operate heavy machinery.
In order to address the problem of a lack of food resources in the world, scientists have developed genetically modified crops. These modified crops. These modified crops are likely to have a great impact in solving food shortages in the developing nations. To what extent do you agree that they will solve this problem?
The table below gives information abiut changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantges?
The length of vacation that employees enjoy each year varies from job to job. Do you think people should have the same number of holidays regardless of their occupation? Explain your answer.
some people believe that in a city,the best way to travel is by car,while other people argue that bicycle are a better way of travelling in city. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many schools these days have problems with poor student behaviour. Why do you think these problems occure? What could be done to tackle these problems?
It is not necessary to travel to other places to learn about the culture, since one can learn as much as from books, films, and the Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days social media sites have become public forums for discussion on political and social issues. Therefore, all types of opinions should be allowed on such platforms, and nobody should be banned. Do you agree?
In many counties today there are many highly qualified graduates without employment. What factors my have caused this situation and what, is your opinion/should be done about it ?
Many university graduates cannot find a job in their chosen profession.What factor may have caused this situation and what in your opinion, should be done it.
Many people think that the world should speak one language, others argue that countries should have its own languages. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Many people use written language in a less formal and more relaxed way than in the past. Why is this the case? Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages?
Computers and modems have made it possible for office workers to do much of their work from home instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraged as it is good for workers and employers. Do you agree or disagree?
The diagrams shows the changes that have taken pace at west park secondary school since its open in 1950
Some believe that it is beneficial to show foreign films while others feel this can have a negative impact on local culture. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
It is common nowadays for each member of the family to have their own piece of modern technology. Some people think this will lead to a break down in family relations and communication. To what extent do you agree?
Topic: Technology and its impact on society Question: In recent years, advancements in technology have transformed various aspects of society. Discuss both the positive and negative impacts of technology on individuals and communities. Provide relevant examples and your own opinion.
ou have bought a new camera but when you got it home you found it had some problems. You returned the camera and spoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company.
In your letter:
• Introduce yourself
• Explain the situation
• Say what action you would like the company to take
You need to take leave from your work for almost a month for some personal reasons. Write a letter to your Manager. In your letter:
• Explain the reason for your leave & the length of your leave.
• Explain how you intend to deliver the task that was given to you recently and has to be turned in in a week’s time.
• Explain how & who will look after your work while you are away. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
In many countries schools have severe problems with student behaviour. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
People can know about culture and life through internet. So there is no need to travel to other countries to know about cultures. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some believe travel is overrated. People argue whether travel is or is not a component of a quality education. To what extent do you agree with it?
Some people think that the media have the right to publish detail of people's view. while other thinks it should be managed. Discuss both views.
Nowadays, people have little awareness of the importance of the natural world. What are the reasons and how can people learn more about the natural world?
You have lost an item of value on a train.
Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter
•describe the item
•explain where and when you left it
• say what action you would like the company to take
nowdays,growing number of people with health problems are trying to find alternative medicine or treatments instead of visiting a doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development. give reasons for your answer and inculed any relavent examples from your own knowledge or experience
Mobile phones have changed the way people communicate. Nowadays people can not live without them if they want to be a part of society. To what extent do you think this is true? Why do you think some people have not adapted to this type of communication?
Some countries invest a significant amount of money in promoting the use of bicycles. Why do you think this is the case? Does it have a positive or a negative impact on individuals and the society?
The graph below shows the average montly change in prices of 3 metals during 2014
A technology advances, travelling to space is likely to become an option for holidaymakers in the future. What do you thinkk are the advantages and disadvantages of space tourism?
The bar chart below shows average UK salaries, by city. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You applied for a job and were offered the position but have decided not to accept the offer.
Write a letter to the HR supervisor with whom you interviewed.
In your letter:
- explain the reason why you are declining the offer
- describe your reasons for staying with your current position.
Many students choose to take a gap year before starting university, to travel or gain work experience. Do you think is a good idea or a waste of time? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant exaxples from your own knowledge or experience
The older people who nees employment have to compete with younger ones. What problems can this create? What are ome solutions?
A friend is expecting you to stay with him in two weeks’ time, but unfortunately you forgot that you have a business trip at the same time.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
-Apologise and say that you cannot come to visit.
-Explain why you will not be able to visit.
-Suggest another time that you could visit
You have arranged a meeting with a business partner.Unfortunately, you have to change the arrangement. Write a letter to your partner.
Explain the new arrangement
Apology for the changes
Explain the reason why the changes were needed.
In many country women are allowed to take maternity leave from their jobs during the first month after the birth of their baby. Do advantages outweigh disadvantages?
In many countries, plastic containers have become more common than ever and by used by many food and drinks companies. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
People can face serious social and practical problems while living in a country where they have to use a foreign language. 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.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall. You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall. Write a letter to the manager. In the letter: • describe what the group does • explain why the group is good for the community • suggest a
lternative days and times for practice You should write at least 150 words.
Students leave high school without learning about how to manage their money. What are the reasons for this? What can be improved in students’ understanding of how to manage their finances?
The table shows the amount spent on healthcare in different countries. CountrySpending on healthcare per person in 2010 Japan$2,690 South Korea$1,187 Singapore$1,035 Bahrain$810 Kuwait$796 Argentina$551 Chile$473 Brazil$426 Global Average$717
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter,
•give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
• explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
• describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write your own addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You recently received a notice from your fitness club stating that, due to electricity supply issues, the club will no longer operate 24 hours a day. In addition, the membership fee will increase by 15%.
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Write a short letter to your friend who was planning to join this fitness club with you.
Explain what changes have been announced.
Describe how you feel about this situation.
Tell your friend what you plan to do now.
Many young people choose to take a year out between finishing school and starting university in order to work experience or to travel. The experience of non-academic life this offers benefits the individual when they return to education. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the average price per kilo of clothing imported into the European Union from seven major countries of origin in 1997 and 2003. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries, paying for things using mobile phones apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages than disadvantages?
Some people say that tourism has many negative effects on the countries that people travel to. How true is this statement? What can tourists do to reduce the harmful effects of tourism on local cultures and environment? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant exaples from your own experience.
GT Writing Task 1:
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A friend of yours has recently written to you asking for advice about a problem at work. You have had a similar problem at your workplace in the past.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
tell your friend how you feel about the problem
explain how you faced a similar situation in the past
suggest possible solutions to the problem
Write at least 150 words.