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,
- apologize and say that you cannot come to visit
- explain why you will not be able to visit
- suggest another time that you could visit
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others argue that the circumstances and motivation of each crime should always be considered when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Older generations often hold some traditional ideas on the correct way of life, thought and behaviour. Most people argue that these are not helpful for younger generations to prepare for modern life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Employes sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbies and interests,and whether they are married or single.Some people say that this information may be relevant and useful,others disagree. Discuss both the views and your opinion also.
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
These days people are living in their 90s and beyond. As a result, there is increasing concern about care of the elderly. Do you think it is the responsiblity of the family to take care of their elderly member or should the government be held responsible?
An increasing number of people are choosing plastic surgery. Why do people choose to change the way they look? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that reading different types of books is always a good habit. Others feel that reading only one types of book is more benefitial. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Scientists believe that the world is in danger due to environmental changes. Some people say that personal lifestyle changes should be made to reduce the damage to the environment, while others think that the government should do something to help. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, others think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both ways and give your opinion.
Some believe that people today have no interest in maintaining the traditional culture of their country or region. Others believe that it is still important to people that we preserve a traditional way of life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. (Band 6)
Your child's teacher has requested a meeting with you this Friday to discuss your child's low test scores. Unfortunately, you cannot attend.
Write a letter to your child's teacher. In your letter
Describe why you cannot attend the meeting
Explain how you have been helping your child study
Propose another time to meet
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr. Smith,
You attended a meeting last week but you are not happy with the hotel which you stayed in. Write a letter to the organizer who hotel for you. In your letter, you should tell:
(a) what the problems were
(b) what you didn't like about the hotel
(c) what do you want organizer to do.
Some people say that experiences a child has before starting school have the most influence on their future life. Others say that experience as teenagers, especially at school, are more influential. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Anyone can use a mobile phone to answer the work call and home call at any place, or 7 days a week. Do you think there are more negative or positive effects on both individuals and society?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People today spend too much time on personal enjoyment——doing things they like to do——rather than doing things they should do.
Is the radio the best way to get news, or is TV better for this purpose. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Parents, usually mothers, give up work, choose to stay at home and look after families. Some people think that government should give them salary. Do you agree or disagree. Give reason from your own knowledge and experience.
You are planning a holiday abroad and will be visiting a town where an old friend lives. You haven't spoken to this friend in a few years. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: •give a brief update of your life since last in touch •Explain why you will be travelling to his/her town • say what you plan to do when you visit their town
student should pay full cost for their own study because unoversity education benefits individuals rather than society .To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think the best way to improve road safety is to increase minimum legal age for driving cars and motorcycles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, small town-centre shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
working while study as internship with no pay has more advantages or has more disadvantages.
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 cop in your letter
explain why you think you would be suitable for the job.
Say what else you could do for the family
give me a reason for wanting to job.
Some people believe that nowdays we have to many choises. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statment.
The charts below show the number of people in Europe who were affected by four types of noise by day and by night in cities and rural areas in 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The first car appeard on british road in 1888. By the year 2000 there may be as many as 29 million vehicles on british roads. Alternative forms of transport should be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that studying in a college or university is the best way for students to prepare for their future career. Others think they should leave school as soon as possible to develop their career through work experience gained in the workplace. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that culture will be ruined if it is used to earn tourism revenue, but others consider that tourism is the only way of protecting culture. Discuss both sides give your own opinon.
You recently received a letter from friend asking for advice about whether to goto college or try to get a job. You think he or she should get a job.
Write a letter to to this friend. In your letter,
1. Say why he/she would not enjoy going to college
2. explain why getting a job is good idea for him/her
3. suggest types of job that be suitable for him/her
The speed limit on UAE highways should be increased from 120 kilometers per hour to 150 kilometers per hour. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that having a pet such as a cat or a dog helps older people live a more enjoyable life and try to stay healthier. How do you think older people benefit from having a pet? Do you think there is a problem with older people having pets? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
The chart gives information abour migration to the UK. The chart shows how long immigrants in the years 2000-2008 intented to stay in the UK. And the pir chart shows reasons for migration in 2008.
n the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shops using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or phone. Do you think this will happen one day? Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?
There is a public park near where you live. You have heard that the local council wants to sell
this park. Write a letter to a local newspaper. In your letter
• Introduce yourself
• Describe the importance of the park
• Say what action you will take if the council continues with this plan
You recently visited a friend's home for a weekend and had a great time. Write a letter to your friend in your letter. Thank your friend for the stay. Describe what you enjoyed the most. Suggest a plan for your next meeting.
People say that high school students must be made part of unpaid community service programmes. Write your openion if you agree or disagree.
More and more people and organisations are using digital technology for contact with other people. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships that people make? Has this been a positive or negative development?
ii. #Health | #Sports - Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. (IELTS 9, AC)
What book or film do you think portrays a country’s culture the best? Would you recommend it to a foreign friend who wishes to learn and understand that country? Describe the book or film and explain why you would recommend it. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Increasing the price of petrol and gasoline is the best way to reduce pollution and traffic problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures do you think may be effective?
Many countries spend a lot of money in the arts. Some people think investment in the arts is necessary, but others say money is better spent on public service and facilities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your friend would like to find some quality websites where he/she can read up on what's happening in the world. He/she has written to you asking for some advice.
Write a letter to your friend giving some advice. In your letter
include websites you recommend
Say why you recommend them
give some other ideas which you think may be useful
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear
Today,more than ever, people are traveling and moving to other countries;however,this is usually no easy task.There are many challenges facing potential immigrants, such as extensive paperwork and often a lot of waiting.Do you think it should be difficult or easy to immigrate to a foreign country? Explain.Have you ever thought about moving to another country? What challenges do you anticipate once you arrive into your new country?
Write a letter to the company. In your letter
describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports tean
summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts
say how you thing the company should spend the money
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
some young people say that their mobile phone are the most important think they own. Do you think that the use of mobile phones is good. Discuss both views and state your opinion.
Some people believe that teenager should always follow the examples of older people, whereas some believe it is natural in teenager to challenge what old people say. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Sports programmes are hugely popular on television nowadays. But some people argue that these programmes are to blame for the poor health of many young people who prefer to watch rather than part take in physical activity. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other countries students attend university in another city & stay in hostels away from their family. Do you think the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages?