In some countries, serious criminal offences committed by people below 18 years of age are considered instances of juvenile delinquency and such people get away with lenient and 'reformatory' (in place of exemplary) punishments. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this treatment?
Some people think that spending a lot on holding wedding parties, birthday parties and other celebrations is just a waste of money. Others, however, think that these are necessary for individuals and the society. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for an advice about whether to go to school ir try to get a job. You think he/she skould get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
• say why he/she would to enjoy going to college.
•expalin why getting a kob is a good idea for him.
•suggest type of job that would be suitable for him/her.
In today's world many people own a phone. Do you think the advantages of owning a smart phone outweigh the disadvantages?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received a letter from your landlord, Mr Matthews, asking you to renew your contract and pay more rent. You are happy in the property but the landlord has not been maintaining it well.
Write a reply to Mr Matthews. In your letter:
• indicate your intention to stay
• give information about the maintenance issues
• explain what you would like the landlord to do now.
Write at least 150 words.
completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job.On the other hand other people think that getting experiences and developing soft skills is more important .Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in towns ad cities closing. Do you agree or disagree?
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
The use of software makes it unnecessary for people to know how to spell words correctly these days.’ Is this a statement that you agree with? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, students live with their family while studying at a university. In other countries, students attend university in another city. Do you think the advantages of living away from the family home while attending university outweigh the disadvantages?
Last month you had a holiday abroad where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends.
In your letter:
•thank them for the photos and for the holiday
•explain why you didn’t write earlier
•invite them to come and stay with you
Nowadays more and more people want to get things done instantly (services, information, tasks). Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some say you should always marry for love, others say that in an uncertain world, it is wiser to marry for money. Discuss bith views and give your opinion.
Government should spend money on railways rather than roads. To whatr extend do you agree or disagree with the statement.
Today, the life expectancy of people is much higher than before. Some people think that older should continue to be involved in the workplace. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that children should be taught to be competitive in school. Others, however, say that cooperation and teamwork are more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries today, crime novels ad TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and Tv crime dramas?
Nowadays, smartphones have become a part of our daily life witness we take them with us when we go out. Most people these days can't talk on a cell phone anywhere they want and feel they have to get it in public. In this essay I will discuss both sides.
Some people believe that children should not be allowed to play video games while others believe that children should play games online. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. What is your opinion? Write your response not less than 250 words. You get 40 minutes to complete this task
You have just moved into a new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that the noise may disturb your neighbour.
Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter
introduce yourself
describe your plans for the party
invite your neighbour to come
You do NOT need to write any address
Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might be the case? What could be the disadvantages of self-employment?
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 people say history is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today’ world, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays many people travel to foreign coutries foe pleasure. Some believe this travel has a negative impact on the coutries travelled to. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days the number of companies operating at multinational Ievel has increased. To what extent are they responsible for the local communities in which they are located?
There are plans to build a new factory in Parkland near where you live.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
-Give reasons why you are against the plan;
-Explain why the parkland should stay;
-Suggest what action the council should take;
Few people devote time to hobbies nowadays. Say why you think this is the case and what effect this has on the individual and society in general.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think it is more important to spend public money on roads and motorways than on public transport systems such as railways and trams. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that children should always ask for their parent’s advice while others feel this is not important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to adk your manager about this.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• Explain why you want to take time off work
• Give details of the amount of time you need
• Suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
the chart below shows the percentage of people who ate five portions of fruit and vegetables per day in the UK from 2001 to 2008. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Directions: Read the question below. You will have 30 minutes to plan, write, and revise your essay. Typically an effective essay will contain a minimum of 300 words.
From the following list, which industry has made the biggest technological advancements in the last decade?
▪ Healthcare
▪ Banking
▪ Education
Give reasons or examples to support your opinion.
Prison is the comman way in most countries to solve the problem of crime. However, a more effective solution is to provide people a better education. Do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the results of a questionnaire that asked rvisitors to the Parkway Hotel how they rated the hotel's customer service. The same questionnaire was given to 100 guests in the years 2005 and 2010.
Government spend a lot of money on public celebrations such as national holidays and public festivals. Some people say that government spend too much on this and that they should use this money on other useful things. Do you agree or disagree ?
plagiarism in academia has become a major issue in many countries today. What are the causes of this problem? What are some possible solution?
Some peopre believe governmenfs should spend moneY on building troin ond subway lines fo reduce lroffic congeslion. Ofhers think lhot buitding more ond wider roods ore lhe befler woy lo reduce lroffic congesfion. Discuss bolh views ond give your opinion
The best way to solve traffic and transport problems is to encourage people to live in cities rather than in surburbs or countryside. What are the effects of rapid population growth in the city? How can the quality of life of city dwellers be maintained?
You are not satisfied with many problems and with the changing room in a Sports Centre that you visit. Write a letter to the Sports Centre manager.
In your letter
Explain the problem
Say how you feel about this problem
What steps you would like manager to take.
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
some people believe that allowing children to make choice on everyday matter (such as food, clothes and entertainment ) is likely to result in a society of individuals who are we think about their own wishes. other people believe that is it important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them discussed but these views and give your opinions
Many adults think that childhood and schooldays are the best years of a person's life. Whats's the reason for this? Do you agree or disagree?
You recently had some items shipped to you from overseas. Upon receiving the shipment, you found some things damaged in transit. Write a letter to the manager of the shipping company.
In your letter
•provide the details of your shipment
•describe the damage
•say what action you want the company to take
There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre
that you visit. You have complained several times but with no
success.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter:
● Describe what the problem with the changing rooms is
● Say what happened the last time you complained
● Explain what you want the manager to do
Some people think the increasing business and cultural contact between countries brings many positive effects. Others say it causes the loss of national identities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The chart below show the results of a survey about what people of different age groups say makes them most happy
Some people say that computer skills should be added to primary subjects in elementary school such as reading, writing and math. Hor far do you agree or disagree?
“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 ?”
Many people think that, radio is the apt way to get information about the current affairs. Others believe that, television is best way for the same. Discuss both views and give opinion?