Some say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
An English-speaking friend wants to spend two weeks in your country and has written you an email asking for information and advice. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
• offer to find a place to stay
• give advice on what to do
• give information about the weather and the clothes to bring
These days too many people maintained that helped by relying on doctors and medicines rather than by following a healthy lifestyle.Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that parents have a powerful influence in children’s life, while the influence outside the home plays a bigger part of children’s development. What extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that once a person becomes a criminal, he will always be a criminal. Do you agree with this statement? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people say that the only reason for people learning a forign language Is In order to travel to work in a foreign country. Other say that these aer not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You had a birthday party and you were playing loud music.your neighbour. write a letter of appology explaining the ocasion and it wont happen again
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number…) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking. Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays many people complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep course? What can be done about lack of sleep?
Currently there is a trend towards the use of conventional medicine. However at best these methods are ineffective and at worst they may be dangerous . To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Some people say that physical exercise should be a required part of every school day. Others believe that students should spend their whole day on academic studies. Discuss both the views and state your opinion?
The table below gives information about populations in Australia and Malaysia in 1980 and 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Robots can free people from difficult and dangerous work. However, some people are worried about the possible dangers robots may create. Discuss the benefits of using robots and the possible dangers from it.
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternatives medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor . Do you think this a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for you answer and include any relevant examples form you knowledge or experience.
Some cities have days when cars and other forms of transport are banned from the city centre. Only buses, bicycles and taxis are allowed to be in the city centre. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
It is common nowadays for each member of the family to have their own peace of modern technology. Some people think this will lead to a breakdown in family relationship and communication. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that at all levels of education, from primary school to university, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree? Read my sample answer here. Reported on IELTS October 5th
some people say that children should always aim to be the best at whatever they do . however others disagree . discuss both these views and give your opinion .
You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and service. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter give details of your visit to the restaurant explain the reason for the celebration say what was good about the food and the service
“These days, people work in more than one job, and often change career several times during their life. What are advantages and disadvantages of this ?”
You study at a university and often use the university library. The library closes very early in the evening and you are not able to stay there and study.
Write a letter to the Manager of the library. In the letter,
Describe who you are and the details of your university course Explain the problem at the library
Suggest what you think the Manager should do
Some say that news has no connection with most of people’s life and it is a waste of time for most of us to read newspapers and watch telelivision news programs. Do you agree or disagree?
You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident and wasn't able to play with you at the weekend. You decide to write to him in hospital, telling him about the match.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
tell him which team won
describe the conditions on the day
say how you felt about the match
Your friend is celebrating her Birthday soon and has invited you to a party. But you are unable to come because you are going to attend an important meeting that day.
Write a letter to your friend and thank her for the invitation;
explain why you cannot come;
propose to meet on other day;
Some people believe the death penalty is a deterrent and are therefore in favour of capital punishment. How far do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write an essay between 250 -350 words.
Modern technology is now very common in most workplaces. How do you think this has changed the way that people work? Do you think there are disadvantages to relying too much on technology?
New technologies and ways of buying and selling are transforming the lives of consumers. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (Band 7,5)
Nowadays children are facing more pressure from academic social and commercial perspectives what are the causes and what measures should be taken to reduce these pressure
Mrs Barret, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barret. In your letter
Suggest hou could help her in her home.
Say why you would like to do this
Explain when you will and will not be available.
Researches show that overeating is as harmful as smoking. Therefore, the advertisements of food products should be banned in the same way as the cigarettes advertising is banned in many countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today’s teenagers struggle with many social issues. Some people think that is because their parents are spending more time at work than at home. Do you agree or disagree?
Write a letter to your friend inviting him/her to a music concert. Please say
- where and when the concert is going to be,
- what type of music will be played there,
- and why your friend will enjoy it.
SOME PEOPLE SAY THAT ART (EX. PAINTING, MUSIC, POETRY, ETC.) CAN BE MADE BY EVERYONE WHEREAS OTHERS BELIEVE THAT IT CAN ONLY BE MADE BY THOSE WITH SPECIAL ABILITY. DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION.
The world today is a safer place and governments should stop spending large amounts of money on their armed forces. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both theses views and give your own opinion.
You are planning a 2-day work training outside your city next month. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel regarding accommodation arrangement for your visit.
In your letter, you should tell:
introduce yourself and your company
ask availability of their rooms
tell him/her that your every arrangement and needs
Nowadays some people believe that fashion is very important for youngsters and it has a negative impact on the people and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have just started a course in a college which has not sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club. In your letter
Introduce yourself
Say why you are interested in this sports club
Ask some questions about the club
Example- facilities, members, costs
Some people think it does not matter if a professional sportsman or sportswoman misbehaves on or off the field if they play well. What is your opinion about this?
Global warming is one the most serious issues that the world is facing today. What are the cause of global warming and what can govenment and individual take to tackle this issues?
Differences between countries are barely evident these days . Everyone in the world is wearing the same brands and watching the same TV channels and movies. Do you think it is a positive or a negative development?
Some people claim that technology products have too short a lifespan and become redundant after just a few years. They say that the only way to increase product longevity is for governments to make legal requirements. To what extent do you think laws are needed to increase a technological product's life ?
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argued that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both point of view and give your own opinion.
Nowadays, most information is available online, whereas in the past knowledge was used to be stored in books and on paper. Do you think the advantages of this situation outweigh its disadvantages?
Some people believe they should keep all d money d have earned and should not pay tax to the government. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people suggest the best way to be prepared for the future is to invest our children. To what extent do you agree this idea? What the best ways to invest our resources on children?
Some people say that now is the best time in history to be Iiving. What is your opinion about this? What other time in history would be interesting to Iive in?
Nowadays, international tourism is the biggest industry in the world. Unfortunately, international tourism creates tension rather than understanding between people from different cultures. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Mrs Barret, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised fro someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barret. In your letter
- Suggest how you could help her in her home
- Say why you would liek to do this work
- Explain when you will and will not be available
2.You recently discovered that there are plans to build a new airport in your area and you are not happy with it. Write a letter to the local authority. In your letter,
oSay how you found out about the plans
oExplain what problems your neighbourhood will face
oSuggest some possible solutions to those problems.