Some people say that the only reason for learnign a foreign languate is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Nowadays, celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their achievements, and some people say that this sets a bad example to young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You want to sell your mobile phone. You think a friend of yours might be interested to buy it from you. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
Explain why you are selling your mobile phone.
Describe the mobile phone.
Suggest the mode of payment to your friend
In the past, most people spend their entire career working for one company, whereas people nowadays move from one job to another. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? Which do you think is better?
Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks, and motorcycles are banned from the city centre. People are encouraged to use public transportation such as buses, taxis, and metro on vehicle-free days. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people say that should aim to educate viewers about important social issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
A friend from abroad is visiting your country next month. She is planning to stay with you, but you can't accomodate her. Write a letter to her
- tell her the reasons
- Apologise
- Make alternative arrangements
nowadays it is possible to move ocean creatures from their natural habitat at sea and have them relocated to marine parks for the purpose of education and entertainment. Do you think advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages
Increasing the price is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, people are now living hunger than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantage of having an aging population outweigh the disadvantages?
Write an article, saying whether or not people should set personal goals, giving your views. Write about 120 to 160 words
Dick drawing number of overweight people, putting a strain on healthcare system in an effort to deal with health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce the physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Technology has changed the way people live today. Some say it is for the better while others say that it has created just as many problems. Give the advantages and disadvantages of the internet.
In some countries, crime rates are higher in cities than in rural areas. Discuss the reasons for this and suggest ways to reduce crime in cities.
Many parents encourage young people to leave home when they become older, while others think they should stay at home with the family. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter
•Describe what you enjoyed about the course.
•Say how much cooking you've done since the course.
•Suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer.
some people say that you can learn more about another country by watching television programmes and films about it than by actually visiting it. how true is this statement? Is there anything you can learn about another country by visiting it that you cannot learn by watching progammes and films about it? give reasons for your answers an include any revelant exapmles from your own experience?
You live in a room in college which you share with another student.
However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it
very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter
describe the situation
explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam
The environmental problems that today's world is facing are so great that there is little ordinary people can do to improve the situation. So government and large organizations should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. The what extent so you agreed or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge. Write at least 250 word
In their advertising, business nowadays usually emphasises that the products are new in some way. why is this ? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some people say reading the news on the internet is better. Others think newspapers will remain the most important sourse of news for the majority of people. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Social networking is being used more for personal and professional purposes. Many people believe this is a positive trend whereas others say that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year. Write a letter to the couple. In your letter
explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
say what else you could do for the family
give your reasons for wanting the job
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................. ,
Write a letter to the restaurant, applying for the job. In your letter:
•explain what you are currently doing
• describe your suitability for this area of work
• say when you can attend an interview
some people say that Ebooks and modern technology will totally repace traditional newspapers and magazins. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
!"ou work (or an internation,1 company, and wou[d like to spend six months
working in its h,ad office in anoth,r cour,try.
Write a letter to your manager. In your fetter
• explain why yoq want tp wcfrk in· the company�s head office for six months
• say how your work coulcfc be done while you are away
• ask for hisllJer help in ijrranging it
The best way to slove the world's environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel. What extend do you agree or disagree?
The plans below show the layout of a university's sports centre now, and how it will look after redevelopment. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Children spend a lot of time watching TV and playing computer game, however it does not help in improving their mental abilities. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowdays, advertising aimed at children is on the rise. Some people think this shoul dbe controlled. To what extent do you agree of disagree?
The best way to solve the world 's environment problem is to increase the price of fossil fuel . To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You're planning to go and study English at a school overseas you would like some information about their courses. Write a letter the school. In your letter
ask about school.
Say what kind of accommation you want.
Mention any special requests you have (for example diet)
Nowadays parents in many countries give their children more freedom than in the past. Is this a positive or negative trend?
You are interested in applying for a scholarship program to study at a foreign university. Write a letter to inquire about the course. In your letter:
&Explain which course you are interested in.
&Say what you know about the university.
&Explain why you should receive the scholarship.
A lot of charities and organisations have to publicize their activities by setting up a number of days to name the special day . Why do they do so? What are the effects?
There are many reasons that can motivate a person to stay working for the same company. Some believe that money is the main reason. Do you agree or disagree?
Giving lecture in auditorium to large number of students is an old way of teaching. With the technology available today there is no justification for it, and everything should be done online. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion.
New technologies and ways of buying and selling are transforming the lives of consumers. To what extent do you agree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say that travelling abroad is necessary to get knowledge about other countries, while others suggest that TV and the internet can also help people know about foreign countries. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think reading stories in books is better than playing computer games for children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some parents believe that watching TV and playing computer games should be limited and substituted by reading books. Do you agree or disagree ?
Modern advancements have altered the way we communicate with one another. This essay will discuss how we can now form bonds with people all over the world, and then state that on the whole, this is a very welcome development.
Some people believe that employers should not be concerned about the way their employees dress, but they should be concerned about the quality work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that culture will be ruined if it used to earn tourist revenue, but others consider that tourism is the only way of protecting culture. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Write the letter to the manager of the delivery company
Give details of the delivery
Describe what was damaged
Say what you would like the manager to do
People nowadays send text messages more frequently than they talk on the phone. Do the advantages of texting outweigh the disadvantages?
Development in technology causes envionmental problems. Some people believe the solution in these problems is everyone accepts asimpler way of lfe, while others say that technology can solve these problems. Discuss both views and glve your own opinion.
some people say history is one of the most important school subjects. other people think that, subjects like technology and science are more important than history Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that healthcare should be free for everyone. Others believe that people should pay for their own medical treatment. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say it is important to keep your home and your work place tidy, with everything organised and in the correct place. write an essay and give your opinion.