The diagram below describes the stages in the process of making canned and bottled carbonated drinks.
While some people consider global warming to be the most pressing environmental problem which have at the moment, others believe that deforestation has a more devastating impact on our world. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
In some countries, TV programmes are transmitted throughout the day and night. Some people think that 24-hour transmission has positive impact, while others believe it is negative. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have been busy with your studies for the past month and haven't had time to visit your family.
Write a letter to your grandmother.
In your letter:
·Apologize for not getting in touch with her sooner
· Explain why you have been so busy Arrange a time to visit.
Some parents think that childcare centre's provide the best services for children of pre-school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better to care for their kids. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently stayed at a hotel during your vacation. However, you were not satisfied with some of the services provided.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
•explain why you chose to stay at the hotel
•describe the problems you faced during your stay
•say what you would like the manager to do about it
The graphs below show how people in a European city reached their office and got back home in 1959 and 2009.
Some people believe that the government should take care of old people and provide financial support after they retire. Others say individuals should save during their working years to fund their retirement. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The charts below show the reasons why people travel to work by bicycle or by car.
"prevention is better than cure". Research and treating is too costly. so it would be better to invest in preventive measure. To what extend do you agree.
The process below shows the Human Resources (HR) recruitment process for a company. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
The chart below shows the percentage of households in owned and rented accommodation in England and Wales between 1918 and 2011. Summa se the info ation selecting and repo ing the main features, and make compa ons e relevant.
The graph below gives information on the numbers of participants for different activitie
Often former government regulators are offered jobs by the industries that they had previously been overseeing. Critics say that this is a conflict of interest, while others say it’s not justifiable to restrict individuals’ actions once they’ve left public service. What do you think? Give reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people believe that university education should be free for everyone, regardless of income. Others think it should be paid for by students. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The table below shows the results of a survey that asked 6800 Scottish adults (aged 16 years and over) whether they had taken part in different cultural activities in the past 12 months. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
¬Some people feel that the legal age at which people can marry should be at least 21. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Population of Yemen and Italy The charts below give information on the ages of the population of Yemen and Italy in 2000 and projections for 2050.
Argument: International tourism has become a huge industry in the world. Some people think that the problems caused by international tourism outweigh the benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what exyent do you agree or disagree?
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this apartment, and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter
• Describe the situation
• Explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
• Say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
*Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. *Why might this be the case? *What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
Your local newspaper wants to reward people who have contributed a lot to the community.
Write a letter to the newspaper. In your letter:
suggest someone who deserves the reward
mention what they have done to help the community
say what reward you would like to give this person
Write about 150 words. You do not need to write addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear…
Some people think that young children should learn how to play a musical instrument at school. Others believe that other subjects, such as mathematics and science, should be prioritised because they will be more useful for children when they grow older. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
SOME PEOPLE SAY THAT NOW WE CAN SEE FILMS ON OUR PHONES OR TABLIETS, THERE IS NO NEED TO GO TO THE CINEMA. OTHERS SAY THAT TO BE FULLY ENJOYED, FILMS NEED TO BE SEEN IN A CINEMA. DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OWN OPINION.
Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing taffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree. What measure do you think might be effective.
the charts below show the everage percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients,all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. summarise the information by selecting and reporting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Lack of fresh water is becoming a global issue of increasing importance. What is the cause of this problem? What measures could be taken to overcome these problems?
Some people think that wild animals should not be kept in Zoos. However, others believe that there are good reasons to have Zoos in the 21st century. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people feel that courses can make anyone a teacher, while others feel an excellent teacher can't be made by pursuing a course. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some psychologists think that the best way to overcome stress in everyday life is to spend a portion of the day doing absolutely nothing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some cities of the world, cars are replacing bicycles. However, in some other cities, bicycles are replacing cars. What are the reasons for 2 developments? In your opinion, which is better.
Aircrafts have been increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good trend, but some people oppose it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are having a party and want to invite your friend from a different city.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
• Describe why you are having the party
• Give directions on how to get to the venue
• Suggest how you can accommodate him/her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade*-labelled tea and pineapples in 2010 and 2015 in five European countries.
Some people believe that after hundred years life will be easier for most of people, while the others are unsure. What is your opinion?
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult,such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places ? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience Write atleast 250 words
The pie chart below shows the comparison of different kinds of energy production in France in two years.
The first chart below shows how energy is used in an average Australian household. The second chart shows the greenhouse gas emissions wich result from energy use.
Some people believe that authorities need to plan for more vertical cities with really tall buildings since our land for the expansion of cities is limited. What are the advantages and disadvantages, in your opinion, of vertical cities that have really tall buildings and everything within these buildings?
The graph below gives information about the percentage of population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020 with predictions for 2030 and 2040 Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the features, and make comarisons where relevant . Ainazym
The best way to solve the world’s environment problem is to increase the price of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You are going on a short course to a training college abroad. It is a college that you have not been to before.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer. In your letter,
•give details of your course and your arrival/departure date
• explain your accommodation needs
• ask for information about getting to and from the college
Nowadays, a person's worth appears to be determined by social status and material possessions. Values such as honor, kindness, and trust no longer appear to be important. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
some people think that giving aid to poor countries has positive effect, while others believe that international aid should be stopped. Discuss both these view and give your own opinion
Some people believe that children should be brought up in cities. Others believe that the countryside offers a better environment for children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that eventually all jobs will be done by artificially intelligent robots. Whats your opinion?
You had a problem while staying at a hotel and the receptionist was very helpful. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter,
– describe the problem that you had
– explain how the receptionist helped you
– suggest ways to prevent the problem from happening again.
ou were supposed to go on an interview in a few weeks, but you have since found out you cannot go on the date arranged.
Write a letter to the potential employer. In your letter:
- tell them why you need to move the interview time
- ask to change the interview date
- explain that you are still interested in being interviewed for the job
In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and theri levels of health and fitness are decreasing. what do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them?