the charts below show the number and types of books bought by men and women and four different age groups in the uk
The numbers of children that read books for fun has dropped dramatically in recent years. What are the reasons for this? How can we encourage children to read more?
Zoos are seen as important institutions for the conservation of wildlife and for educating the public about animals. Do you think it is important for children to visit zoos? Do you think children should learn about animals through zoos rather than other sources such as documentaries or books?
In recent years more and more people are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages of ebooks outweigh their disadvantages?
The line graph shows the number of books borrowed from four libraries in the mouths of June, July, August and September of
In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these book and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?
Write about following topic In many countries today, crime novels and 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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
With the recent development in technology like e-books, some people feel that printed media like books, newspapers, and magazine will soon be a thing of the past. Others feel that those form of media will never disappear. Discuss both views and give your opinion!
you are going to teach english to your friends's child write a letter to your past english teacher to ask if you can borrow some books from him/her.
tell your teacher about the child;
say
when and where you will teach the child;
explain what books you would like to borrow.
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?
with the rise of e-books comes the decline in paper books. some see this as a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Practice Questions: The graph below shows the amount of money spent on books in Germany, France, Italy and Austria between 1995 and 2005. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You recently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancel 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
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people say the age of books is passed. The information will be presented by videos, computers, televisions, films. Others think the book and the written words will be necessary for spread information and complete educations. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that children who spend alot of time reading children's story books are wasting their time which could be better used doing other more useful activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
‘People who do not use social media networks will always fall behind in career development opportunities.’ To what extent do you feel that this is an accurate and important prediction? (Social media networks = messaging and information exchange systems such as Facebook and Twitter.)
You want to book a hotel that one of your friends recommended to you for a family
holiday at the seaside.
Write a letter to the hotel manager to make arrangements. In your letter,
➡️explain what accommodation you require and when you want to stay
➡️ask what will be included in the price
➡️enquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel
The main purpose of public libraries is to provide books and they shouldn’t waste their limited resources and space on providing expensive hi-tech media such as computer software, videos and DVDs. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The table shows the expenses of a used bookstore in Scotland for the firts and last month of the same year. Summarize the information and make comparison where relavant.
With the rise of e-books comes the decline in paper books. some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. what are the advantages and dis advantages of this trend?
With the rise of e-books come the decline in paper books. Some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Many people believe that social networking sites ike Facebook have had a negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
You recently booked a guided city tour for your family. However, the guide gave incorrect information about several landmarks and ignored some questions, which disappointed your group.
Write a letter to the tour company manager. In your letter:
•describe the problems with the tour guide’s service
•explain how it affected your experience
•suggest what the company could do to ensure better service in the future
in the future nobody will why printed newspaper aur books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying.to what extent do you agree or disagree?
n the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
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You ordered a new cheque book from your bank two weeks ago but you have received nothing.
Write a letter to the manager complaining about the bad service.
Say when and how you ordered the cheque book. Ask how much longer you will have to wait and ask the
manager what action he will take over this matter.
Many people believe that social media sites such as Facebook have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree?
Many people believe that social networking sites ike Facebook have had a negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree. sive reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
The users of social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, are replacing face-to-face contact in this century. Do you think the advantages of this way outweigh the disadvatages?
Some people think parents should read stories to children. Others thinkparents don't need to do that as children can read books or watch TV, movies bythemselves. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
A magzine wants to include contributions from its readers for an arcticle called 'the book that influenced me most'
write a letter to the editor of the magzine about the book that influenced you most.
In your letter
-describe what this book was about.
-explain how this book influenced you.
-say whether this book would be likely to influence other people.
write at least 150 words.
Some people think parents should read or tell stories to children. Others think parents do not need to do that as children can read books or watch TV, movies by themselves. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have a Facebook friend living in another country and s/he is curious to learn about a major news item in your country.
Write a letter to your Facebook friend. In your letter
describe a news story in your country
explain why people are interested in it
say how the story personally relates to you
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ...,
In many countries today, crime dramas crime novels & tv crime dramas are becoming more & more popular. Why do you think these books & TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction & tv crime dramas? Give reasons for your answer & include any relevant examples.
The maps below show a bookstore in 2000 and now. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
2nd diagram. The diagram illustrates the multitude of steps a book undergoes before being published. Overall, there are nine stages a manuscript goes through before being released to the readership. After being wrote, the manuscript is sent from the writer to publishing house in order to be meticulously analyzed and studied. Once the book is validated, a contract between the author and the publisher has to be agreed and signed. The next step consists on designing the layout for the book using computer science before getting the final validation. Then comes the moment to print, in another words, put the data from a digital form to a paper form. The book binding follows the printing. Once the editor chooses the correct shape of the product, the work can be delivered to many bookshops so it can be commercialized. To conclude we can say that the release of a writing production in a paper format, no matter the literature gender of the manuscript, needs numerous steps, 9 to be exact, and requires full collaboration between a publishing house and the author.
Some people think that e-books will eventually replace traditional paper-based books. Others, however, believe that both versions will continue to exist side by side. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The two charts illustrate the number of books that were borrowed since June to September, from four different villages.
Buying things in internet, such as books, air tickets and groceries is becoming more popular. Do advantage of this outweigh disadvantage.
The use of social media, e.g. Facebook and Twitter, is replacing face-to-face contact for many experience. people in everyday life. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You borrowed an important textbook during the last term from a classmate. You now realize your classmate has returned home overseas and you still have the book.
Write a letter to him/her.
• apologize for the mistake
• find out how important the book is to him/her
• say what you will do
Some people believe that reading is always a good habit. Others feel it depends on which books a person is reading. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
In recent years, more and more are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The table below shows the expenses of a used bookstore in Scotland for the first and last month of the same year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
With the recent development in technology like e-books some people feel that the printed media like books, newspaper and magazines will soon be a thing of the past. Others feel that these forms of media will never disappear What's your opinion?
You recently booked a part time course at a college, You now need to cancel your booking.
Write a letter to your college administrator. In your letter
Say which part time course you’ve booked.
explain why you need to cancel your booking
ask about booking a different course.
Begin as : Dear Sir or Madam
Many people believe that social networking side like (Facebook) have had a use negative impact on both individuals and society .to what extend do you agree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article
called 'The book that influenced me most'.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you
most. In your letter
• describe what this book was about
• explain how this book influenced you
• say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
In many countries today, crime novels and tv crimes 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 tv crime dramas?
Many people believe that social networking sites *such as Facebook)have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree?