Some people think that businesses should support local communities as it offers a chance for marketing and promotion. Others consider that communities should be supported by the government, not by businesses.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It has been said, “Not everything that is learned is contained in books.” Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. In your opinion, which source is more important and why?
People believe that in order to reduce road accidents it should be mandatory for drivers to retake the driving test every three years. Do you agree or disagree with the above statement?
ome people prefer to relax by doing physical activities, while others choose mental activities (crosswords, chess etc.). Discuss the both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in other countries. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below gives information about the %age of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries today, both men and women need to work full time. Therefore, some people think men and women should share household tasks equally (e g. cleaning and looking after children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write a minimum of 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic:
You want to arrange a conference for your company, and you need to ask one of your colleagues to give a presentation in this conference. Write a letter to your colleague. In your letter include:
• Details about the conference
• Why do you want your colleague to give a presentation?
• What arrangement will you do for this conference?
In recent years, more and more people are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer
Some people think that rest and sleep are the best methods to relax while others think that it can be done by involving in some activities like sports. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
More students should choose to do voluntary work during the long holidays rather than working for money. Discuss both views.
Some people believe that products on animals should be banned, but others think that it is necessary. Discuss both views and give your opinion
The tables give information about the temperatures and hours of daylight in London and Sydney during the same weekend in December 2018.
The charts below give information about world spending and population. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people say that parents should decide on what kind of medical care their children should receive, while others believe that this is the state’s responsibility Discuss both views and give your opinion
Biotechnology companies all over the world are developing different types of genetically modified (GM) crops. However, not enough is known about these crops on our health and the environment. Interfering with nature in this way should be prohibited. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell him how you feel.
Write a letter ro the singer. In your letter
. say how you feel about his performance
. give details of your musical activities
. explain how you would like him to help you with your musical activities
Some people say that TV is useful for education.While others say that it is useful for only entertainment.Disscuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that schools need to focus on math and science rather than art and history. Others believe art and history are more beneficial for students. Discuss both opinions and state yours.
In some countries, boys and girls are educated in different school rather than in the same school. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
The table gives information about Underground Railroad networks in six big cities regarding when they were opened, the size and the number of users annually
The graph provides information about growing trends of domestic access to modern technology in the UK.
A cafe near your home put some chairs and tables on the pavement for customers. This creates a problem for you.Write a letter to the manager of the cafe to complain about this matter. In your letter,
-Describe the problem
-Explain how it affects you
-Say what you will do if this matter is not resolved
Five months ago,you started renting an apartment on a six-months agreement.You now wish to stay in the apartment for longer than the six months you originally agreed with the owner.
Write a letter to the owner of your apartment.In your letter
say how long you now want to rent the apartment for
explain why your plans have changed
tell the owner about a problem in the apartment
The news company is going to start a new program on TV about a particular place. Write a letter to
offer your suggestions on what the program should be like.
In your letter, you should tell:
how you know about that place
what suggestions you would like to make
why you are offering these suggestions.
The graph and chart below give information about the number of new graduates and their employment in the UK from 1992 to 2002.
Some people think that competition at work, school and in daily life is a good thing. Others belive that we should try to cooperate more rather than competing against each other. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some schools and universities, girls tend to choose art subjects (e.r. literature) and boys tend to choose science subjects (e.g physics) Why do you think this is so? Should this tendency be changed?
Some people say that history can teach us many important values and lessons, but others think it is unnecessary to learn from the past. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe it is best to accept a bad situation such as unsatisfactory jobs or shortage of money.others arige that it is better to try to improve such situations. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people work for the same organisation al their working life. Other think that it is better to work for different companies. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people say that the study of science should be mandatory in schools, whereas others argue that it is unnecessary . Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that dancing is an important subject for children at school while others think it is a waste of time.What are positive and negative sides of art at school?Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience or knowledge. Write about 180-220 words.
The best way to make people use cars less is make them pay a road toll on busy roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Write about 250 words.
some people believe that in a city,the best way to travel is by car,while other people argue that bicycle are a better way of travelling in city. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Scientists say that junk food is harmful to people’s health. Some say the way ask people to leas fast food is educate them.while others say education doesn’t work.discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The diagram below shows the process for recycling plastic bottles. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevent.
Arranging Accommodation
You are being sent on a one month work assignment in San Francisco, California. You need a place to stay while you are there. Write a letter to the Maury Samson Real Estate Agency. In your letter:
explain the situation
describe the kind of accommodation you would like
provide the dates you will need it
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr Samson,
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Some people believe that students should be allowed to evaluate their teachers to improve the quality of education. Others think this comes with unexpected consequences. Discuss both views and give your opinion.[491]
Give detail information about the crimes in the newspaper and on television has the bad consequences.Some suggest that govenment should impose some restrictions.To what extent you agree or disagree.
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. - comics - books - radio - television - film - theatre Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
*Some people think zoos are cruel and all the zoos should be closed. However, some people think zoos can help protect the rare animals. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Other however, think that changes is always a good thing. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that robot technology is very important for our future. Others believe that robots are a dangerous invention and have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that now is the best time in history to be living . What is your opinion about this? What other times in history would be interesting to live in?
In schools and universities, girls tend to choose our while, boys like science. What are the reasons for this friend and you think this today should be changed
Youvrecently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancle your booking.
Write a letter to the college administrator, in your letter
Say which part-time course you booked
Explain why you need to cancel your booking
Ask about booking a different course
The line chart showing a social center in Melbourne. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph and table below give information about water use worldwide and water consumption in two different countries.(Anelya1)
Today, many people do not know their neighbours in large cities. BRITISH COUNCIL Candidate Name idp IELTS AUSTRALIA What problems does this cause? What can be done about this?