You have seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the Director of the Museum. In your letter,
• Introduce yourself
• Explain what experience and special skills you have
• Explain why you are interested in the job
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows – Dear Sir/Madam,
You have just finished your master’s degree and need to leave your current part-time job to search for full-time employment.
Write a letter to your current employer. In your letter
•explain why you will not pursue a full-time job in his/her company
•say why you’ve enjoyed working for him/her
• tell him/her how much longer you will continue to work for him/her.
Shihab (English pills ) The bar chart shows the divorce rates in two European countries from 2011 to 2015
Many people say that the only way to guarantee getting a good job is to complete a course of university education. Others claim that it is better to start after school and gain experience in the world of work. How far do you agree or disagree with the above view?
You have recently moved to a new neighbourhood and would like to join a sports centre there. You have found a private sports club.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter,
•introduce yourself
•say why are you interested in this sports club
• ask some questions about the club e.g facilities, membership, costs etc.
It is argued that getting married before finishing school or getting a job is not a good choice. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You will have to undergo a minor surgical procedure and you will not be able to do your job in full. Write to your manager – Explain about the operation. – Say what part of the job you will not be able to do. – Suggest a solution to this situation.
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help. Write a letter to this friend.
In your letter expiatory you want d geta part-time job
• suggest how your friend could help you find a job
Some people say that self employment is better than a job in a company or an institution. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
Internet is an important part of our lives and we cannot imagine our job or studies without it. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Internet?
You have decided to leave your current job and look for a new one. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter: -explain why you want to leave your current job -describe what kind of job you are looking for -ask for some help or advice
You have seen an advertisement for a temporary job that involves looking after a house while the owner is travelling abroad. Write a letter to the homeowner. In your letter:
– explain why you are interested in the position
– describe any relevant experience you have
– say when you would be available to take on this role.
It is believed that children from countries with a high level of unemployment should be offered just with a primary education and not with a secondary education as they in any case will not get a job in the future. Do you agree or disagree?
you are going to move to a new company. you want to say goodbye to your colleagues in your present job.
write a letter to one of your colleagues. in your letter
- give details about the job you are going to do
- say when you are going to leave your present job
- suggest an idea for a goodbye party
write at leate 150 words
Universities should provide students with the skills they will require in order to succeed at their future jobs. To what extrnt do you agree or disagree with the above opinion? What are the some of the job skills employers look for new employees.
You have recently moved to a new neighbourhood and would like to join a sports centre there. You have found a private sports club.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter,
• introduce yourself
• say why are you interested in this sports club
• ask some questions about the club e.g facilities, membership, costs etc.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people believe that salary is the most important thing in a job. Others say the job itself is most important. What do you think is the most important aspect of a job? Include specific details and examples to support your choice.
Some think that the best way to stay fit is to join a health club or gym while others think doing everyday activities such as walking and climbing staircases is enough. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Most people in the world need to work in order to lead a decent life or even just to survive. Many workers are motivated by money: if the job pays well, they are willing to do it. However, some people are not concerned with the size of their pay packet: they simply enjoy their job and choose to do it whether they earn a high salary or not. What is more important – salary or job satisfaction? Discuss and give reasons for your answer.
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory kob or shortage of money. Others argue that is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe studying in a college or university is the best way to prepare for a successful career. Other people prefer to get a job as soon as they leave school and to develop their career through work experience. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
One of your friends wants to apply for a job at a summer school camp as a sports trainer. Write a letter to the camp manager to recommend your friend. In your letter:
osay how well you know your friend
odescribe the qualifications and experience that your friend has
oExplain why your friend would be suitable for this job.
You have decided to leave your current job even though you enjoy it.
Write a letter to inform your manager of your decision. In your letter:
• Tell the manager about your decision and the reason for it
• Describe what you learnt in your current job
• Ask the manager to write a reference letter to help you with future employment.
•Some people think that job satisfaction is more important than job security. Others think that people can not expect enjoy a job and that having a permanent job is more important. •Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to a friend who worked at your previous company. You have moved to a new job in a new city.
Describe your city
Describe your job
Describe the arrangements for him to visit you
You have seen an adverstisement for weekend work in a hotel in the town where you are staying. You have worked in a hotel before and think that the job would be suitable for you.
You must apply in writing.
Write a letter to the hotel manager expressing your interest.
In your letter
. Introduce yourself
. Explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
. ask what work you would be expected to do
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about the job in a local company that might be suitable for her.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
-tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves.
-say why you think the job would be suitable for her
-explain how to apply for the job
Some people feel that entertainers (eg. film stars, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid?
Government should benefit the long time job seekers. Give reasons and examples under what conditions and who should get the unemployment benefits
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The most important aspect of a job is the money a person earns. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
n today's job market it is far more important to have practical skills than theoretical knowledge. In the future, job applicants may not need any formal qualifications. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Artists like writers , actors and singers grab more attention than scientists and inventors. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
When employers choose the best person for a job they should consider personal qualities, rather than qualifications and experience. To what extent do your agree or disagree?
You are applying for a job and need a letter of reference from someone who knew you when you were at school. Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference. In your letter:
say what job you have applied for
explain why you want this job suggest
what information the teacher should include
Some people feel that entertainers (e.g. film stars, pop musicians or sports star) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid?
You are studying for a qualification, and you would like some time off work to complete it.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
Ask for some time off to complete a qualification.
Suggest what you will do later at work if you have time off.
Say how the qualification helps your job or company.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Many children are encouraged by their parents to get a part-time job in their free time. What are the advantages and disadvantages of it's effect on a child.
You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part-time job.
Write a letter to the restaurant's manager. In your letter,
explain that you would like to apply for the job
give some details of any relevant experience that you have
specify the days and times that would suit you
In many countries, truancy* is a worrying problem for both parents and educators. •What are the causes of truancy, and what may be the effects on the child and the wider community? •* truancy = the situation when a child pretends to go to school but in fact goes somewhere else, for example to play unsupervised. The verb is 'to play truant from school.'
The graph below shows the number of b in three cities between 1965 and 2010. Summarize the information and make comparisons where relevant.
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he /she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:
- Say why he/she would not enjoy going to college.
- Explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her.
- Suggest types of jobs that would be suitable for him/her.
The school library is seeking applicants for a job over summer break. Write a letter to the library’s manager, in your letter include:
- A brief introduction of yourself
- Your experience and relevant skills
- Why you want the job
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
A person spends most of his or her time at the workplace, and life becomes meaningless when there is no job satisfaction. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
- say why he/she would not enjoy going to colledge
- explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
- suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her
It is often difficult for young people to find a good job without previous work experience. Governments should encourage employers to choose young people when they need new workers. Do you agree or disagree?
You have recently changed your job and started working for a new company.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter:
• explain why you changed your previous job
• describe your new job
• tell him/her your other news
You are working at an international company and recently your responsibilities have changed and you think more training is required. Write to your boss saying
How your job has changed
Describing the training you need
Suggesting how training could be done efficiently
the world of work is changing rapidly employee cannot depend on having same job or same job conditions their entire life. Describe why these changes are taking place and what are your suggestions people new to work to do
Compared to the past, more people are now trying to learn a foreign languages to increase their chances of landing a better job in their native country or having better opportunities to work abroad. To what extent do you agree with this point of view? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people believe the aim of university education is to help graduates get better job . Others believe there are much wider benefits of University education for both individuals and society . Discuss both views and give your opinion