University Students are Increasingly Studying Abroad As a Part of their Studies. Do the advantages of studying abroad outwigh the disadvantages?
The charts below shows the number of Japanese tourists travelling abroad between 1985 and 1995 and Australia's share of the Japanese tourist market Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that it is necessary to travel abroad to travel tolearn other countries, but others think that is not necessary to travel abroad because all the information can be obtained on TV and the internet.Discuss both views and give your own opinion
The pie charts present the percentage of students learning different foreign languages at one British university in 2000 and 2010. Provide relevant comparisons
Nowadays, celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their achievement, and this is a bad example to adolescents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The line graph illustrates the use of 3 kinds of fast food in Britain between 1970 and 1990. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
More and more people are working from home rather than at the workplace. Some people say this will bring benefits to the worker and their famalies, but others think it will bring stress to the home. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nearly every society has been suffering from bribery for long years. What are the causes and effects? What solutions can you give to address it?
People nowadays leave their countries to study or work abroad. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or a negative development?
some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of diffenent cultures and ages together. to what extend do you agree?
You are visiting another town next month for a short break. Write a letter to the tourist information centre.
In your letter:
*Tell them how long you are staying
*ask for some suggestions for what to do
*find out if there are any local events happening at the time
Due to the development and rapid expansion os supermarkets in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think all lawbreakers should be sent to prison, while others think there are better alternatives for those whose crimes are minor, such as making them do work for the local community. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
More and more people want to buy clothes, cars and other items with famous brands. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or a negative development?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You stayed with your friend and by mistake carried home one of his objects. Write a
letter and explain:
- How you enjoyed staying with your friend.
- Explain the object which you brought with you by mistake and explain how the
mistake happened.
- Mention how you plan to return the object.
Write at least 150 words.
Model Answer
A friend you made while you were studying abroad would like to spend a semester studying in your country.
He/she has written to ask for your advice.Write a letter to this friend.
In your letter
•describe why you think he/she will enjoy it
•explain why you recommend studying at your university
•give some advice about how to apply
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear
The process diagram illustrates the manufacturing of bricks for the building industry in seven steps.
With the availability of information on the internet, public libraries are no longer necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people think that children should be encouraged to travel more while at school to broaden thier experience. Others think that not enough time is spent in the classroom learning the basics of a good education. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays, many people prefer to buy famous brands of clothes, cars and other items. What are the reason for this? Do you think it is a positve or negative development?
Many of the products we buy nowadays break or wear out very quickly. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this for manufacturers and the public?
celebrities are more famous for glamour and wealth than their achievements, is this trend setting bad example? do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts below show average household expanditure in Hong Kong and Britain in the year 2000.
Many people believe the media coverage of celebrities is having a negative effect on children. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
‘Children who have brothers and sisters often have better social development than an only child. The government should therefore give money to parents to have two or more children.’ What do you think about this proposal?
The charts below show the number of Japanese tourists travelling abroad between 1985 and 1995 and Australias share of the Japanese tourist market. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
changes in crime rates in an inner city over a 9-year period (from 2003 to 2012). The line graph shows the number of incidents for three types of crime: Burglary (breaking into buildings to steal things) Car theft (stealing cars) Robbery (stealing from people directly, often involving threats or violence)
The map shows the plan of a library in 2001 and 2009. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
You and a friend have both been accepted to a study abroad program in Paris, France.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
• Congratulate him/her for also being accepted
• Ask him/her if he/she would like to be your roommate
• Discuss possible activities that the two of you could do together
Your parents will be celebrating their 50th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. But you have a friend who can help.
Write to your friend Julia, who is a professional event planner. In your letter,
explain why this occasion is special
ask for her assistance
set up a time to meet your friend to discuss your plans
The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Wite at least 150 words.
Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and environment around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe actions can be taken to bring out a change. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
you are visiting an other town next month for a short break. write a letter to the tourist information center. in your letter
tell them how long you are staying
ask for some suggestion for what to do
find out if there are any local events happening at the time
Read the question below and write an opinion essay. Remember to write down a clear thesis statement followed by your essay plan. Only then attempt to write this essay. Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth rather than for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To What extent do you agree or disagree?
The given graph depicts the average figure of British citizens used to travel everyday by car,bus or train from 1970 to 2030.
Some claim that it is compulsory for professionals to work in their original country while others believe that they should have a right to work abroad.This essay will discuss both views and provide my own perspective on the matter.
The main purpose of public libraries is to provide books, and they should not waste their limited resources and space on providing expensive hi tech media such as computer software. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below gives information about car ownership in Britian from 1971 to 2007
The information revolution brought about by modern mass communications has both positive and negative consequences to individuals and society. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Discuss with your own experience.
The line graph shows the number of books borrowed from four libraries in the mouths of June, July, August and September of
Many people believe that zoos have no purpose in today’s world and should be closed. What problems do zoos bring? What are the alternatives to zoos if they are closed? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays, people spend a lot in celebrating occasions. Do you think it is a good or bad thing? Give your opinion.
Nowadays celebrities earn more money than politicians. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive or negative development? Why are some people who leave school early more successful compared with those who complete their studies. Provide reasons why they are more successful and what are the requirements for success?
Due to poorer countries experiencing a “brain drain” they are seeing many professionals such as doctors and teachers leaving to work in more developed countries. What problems does this cause? What solutions can be suggested to deal with this situation?
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain.Yh table shows where the money come from and the charts show how it was distributed.
the chart below shows the number of five Vietnamese cities who worked overseas in February2023
Some people think that studying abroad is suited only for boys but others think that it is more suited for girls rather than for boys. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You are visiting another town next month for a short break. Write a letter to the tourist information center. In your letter
•Tell them how long you are staying
•Ask for some suggestions for what to do
• Find out if any local events happening at that time
some people think that the government should provide free public libraries in every town, while others think this is a waste of money because people can get access the information on the internet. Discuss both these views and give own opinion.
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do agree or disagree with this opinin?