Many people think that public libraries should only provide books and should not waste their money on expensive hi-tech media, such as software, DVDs or videos. Do you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Last week, you celebrated your birthday with some friends in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed yourselves very much.
Write a letter to the restaurant. In your letter
mention the food and service
explain that you really enjoyed the atmosphere
suggest any improvements to make things better
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Differences between countries are becoming less evident. Nowadays people are watching the same films, fashion, brands, advertisements and TV channels. To what extent do the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages?
The maps below show the city layout of Brisbane between 1975 and the current day. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
The chart below shows the number of men and women in further education in Britain in three periods and whether they were studying full time or part time.
The maintenance of public libraries is a waste of money because of compute technology that has similar functions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Public libraries will soon no longer be housed in building as all facilites and books are available for all to access. What are the advantages and disadvantages of public libraries existing onlin?
Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest times of most people's lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The internet has made many things in our lives simpler. However, it has also brought new threads. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages ?
Globalisation has had a profound impact on various aspects of our lives, including the economy, culture, and environment. Some people believe that it has brought numerous benefits, while others argue that it has caused more harm than good. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Developments in technology have brought various environmental problems. Some believe that people need to live simpler lives to solve environmental problems. Others, however, believe technology is the way to solve these problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain of shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and it is still not ready.
Write a letter to the shop. In your letter
say what has happened and how you feelask them to explain why there has been a delayask them to repair the radio very quickly or to supply you with a new radio
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
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one Britain. The table shows where the money came from and the charts show how it was distributed.
Some people argue that tourism brings more benefits than problems to a country, while others believe that tourism causes more harm than good. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
elebrities are famous for their weath and glamorous lifestyles rather than their achievements. This sets a bad example for young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with that idea?
You are taking a course at a local college. The deadline for your project was last week but you haven't finished it.
Write a letter to your lecturer. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain why you haven't handed in the project yet
request more time to do it.
Model answer
Dear Ms. McKeen,
My name is Leo Smith and I am a first-year student in your Marketing class at Capilano College. I am writing to you because I have a problem with the project you set about social media. The due date was last week but I'm afraid I haven't finished it yet. As you know, I have been absent from class for almost ten days with COVID-19 symptoms and I have not been attending lectures. I only managed to get the reading list from a friend and go to the library to do research yesterday. You will see from your records that I have never missed a deadline for an assignment so far during my course.
However, I am requesting an extension of one week in this case because I am so behind with my work. I hope you will take my illness into consideration and grant me an extension.
Yours sincerely,
Leo Smith
the diagram shows the process by which sheep embryos are cloned
THE DIAGRAM BELOW SHOWS THE PROCESS BY WHICH BRICKS ARE MANUFACTURED FOR THE BUILDING INDUSTRY.
In the past when students did a university degree they tended to study in their own counrty. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
Movies can be used to bring people from different cultures together. It helps to inform people about other cultures, especially when film festivals are held. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
The bar graph below depicts the outcome of a research in UK for the year 2005 on the housing preferences by British population.
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets, many small local businesses are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local businesses will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Human activity has hurt planet animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others think actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
in the past when students did a university degree,they tended to study in their own counytry. Nowadays,they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the aow dvantages and disadvantages of this development
Many people use distance learning programmes to study at home, but others think that it cannot bring the benefits as much as attending college or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
You are renting a car from an agency. Your rent was for one month but you need to stop the rent two weeks early.
Write a letter to the agency. In your letter
introduce yourself
ask to stop the rent before the contract finishes
explain why you need to break the contract.
Write at least 150 words
According to some people spending a lot of money on marriage parties is a must. Others insist that lavish celebrations are a waste of money and resources. Both views will be discussed in this essay; however, in my opinion, it does not make much sense to spend a lot of money on celebrations.
You recently received an invitation to a dinner party at your friend’s house. Write a letter to accept the invitation. In your letter:
explain why you are accepting the invitation
describe why you are looking forward to the dinner party
offer to bring a dish to share
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people think that music brings only benefits to individuals and societies.Others, however, think that music can have a negative influences on both.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies. Do the advantages of studying abroad outweight the disadvantages?
It is better to reform criminals instead of just punishing them. What measures could be taken to attempt to integrate law-breakers back into society?
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.
In the globalization process, technology has changed the way people connect with each other. While this development may bring about some potential benefits, I would argue they are eclipsed by the significant drawbacks.
The government and individuals are spending too much money on national celebrations like new year or festivals. Do you agree or disagree?
There have been some problems with public transport in your area recently.
Write a letter to the manager of the public transport company. In your letter:
- describe the problems
- explain how these broblems are affecting the public
- suggest what changes could be made
the charts below show the proportions of british students at one university in england who were able to speak other lanhuages in addition to english,in 2000 and 2010. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features , and make comoarison where relevent.
The internet has make many things in our lives simpler. However, it has also brought new threats. Do the advantages of using the internet outweigh the disadvantages?
Your Local Public Library wants to make improvement to their services and facilities. In order to get ideas from the public, they have asked library users to send them suggestions in witing, write a letter to the librarian in your letter.
discribe what you like about the library. say what you don't like - make suggestion for improvement.
Some disasters or calamities bring some opportunities in disguise. Some people think there is always a silver lining to a problem, while others think that disasters are always damaging. Do you agree or disagree? Put across your opinion with relevant supporting points or examples.
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their achivements and this set bad example to the young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The line graph depicts the link between age and criminality rate last year ,whilst the pie chart showcases the percentage of numerous kinds of crimes during the same year. Overall, the majroity of criminals are youngsters and a large portion of this phenomenon features violence. It is conspicuous that young people are the prime lawbreakers in the british society. In fact, according to the data, individuals who are 20 are responsible for 80% of crimes. It is also noticeable that there is no criminal under the age of 8 years old. Hence, criminality starts from this period. Furthermore, the crime rate decreases dramatically from the age of 20 to 28 years old, passing from 80% to exactly 20%. Afterwards, it plummets steadily until becoming under the 10% at the age of 60. On the other hand, the pie chart puts forward the fact that violent acts are the most that occured. Indeed, this genre of detrimental action accounts for 46%, followed by property crimes that represent 23% of the total. Then, 22% of crimes that occured the previous year were related to narcotics. Finally, public order crime accounts only for 9%.
The diagram below shows how bricks are manufactured. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
This essay question is from Cambridge IELTS 16 Test 4 The diagram below shows the process for recycling plastic bottles. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people join distance-learning programs (study material, post, TV, Internet) and study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the same benefit as attending colleges or universities does. Discuss both side of view and give your opinion.
Some people think that when many imported tv programs or films are shown in country. it can improve the country’s culture.others feeling is better for a country to make and broadcast its own local movie.Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
An increasing number of people are now using the Internet to meet new people and socialize. Some people think this has brought people closer together, while others think people are becoming more isolated. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have just learned that your friend has recently become engaged.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
● tell him/her how you found out
● explain how you feel about the news
● organise to meet your friend for a celebration
In the future, more people choose to go on holiday in their own countries and not travel abroad on holiday. Do you agree or disagree?
The internet has brought sea change in the way information is shared and consumed, but it has also created problems that did not exist before. what are the most serious problems linked to the internet and what solutions can you suggest?