Some people think that old buildings should be preserved, while others believe they should be demolished to make way for modern buildings. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram illustrates the multitude of steps and equipment involved in cement making, it also showcases how it is used in concrete production for building purposes. Overall, there are several stages and tools which are used in this complex process. First of all, limestone and clay are crushed to get powder. Next, they are mixed before being put in a rotating heater. The mixture passes in a grinder to get thus the cement. This latter is put in bags to be stored and sold. In addition to this process, the figure highlights the method to manufacture another essential commodity in the building industry which is concrete. Indeed, the material is mainly composed by gravel that represents 50% of the total components. Furthermore, Cement represents 15% of the ingredients, plus 10% of water and 25% of sand. The all is mixed thanks to an adapted mixer in order to get the final goods. To conclude, we can notice that cement which is crucial in concrete making, is done through several steps and using numerous tools.
Some people believe that the government should invest more money in public transportation rather than building new roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people believe that construction of new public buildings such as museum town hall and sporting facility is more important than renovation of the existing ones, while others disagree. discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe government should spend money on building train and subway lines to reduce traffic congestion. Others think that building more and wider roads is the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that living in high-rise apartments feels very lonely and makes people unhappy. Others say there are advantages to living in a big apartment building. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
People have different views on how to reduce traffic congestion by governments. Some think it can be solved by building more train and subway lines, while others believe building more roads and widening existing roads will reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that we should replace old buildings and houses in cit-ies with more modern buildings. Other people think we should protect old buildings. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think it is important to construct new buildings rather than wasting money on maintaining old ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The map illustrates the main developments in the town of Springer from 1970 until the present time. Overall, a multitude of arrangements and amenities changed the city's landscape in aforementioned fifty-year period. In 1970 the pueblo consisted of a wide forest landscape with a large farmland and only a few constructions, especially 2 houses and one shop. However, Springer Town did dramatically change throughout the years. Indeed, we notice that diverse facilities were developed at the expense of the wide forest. A school has been raised in the center of the town with lots of shops all around. At the top right-hand corner, an airport has been constructed, near a small portion of forest and some flats at the top of the shops. In addition, the huge farmland has been restricted to a small area in order to allow the place to some apartments and a house lift up. there has also been a surge in the quantity of arteries between buildings than the 1970 model. Even though, we can still notice some green spaces from the past forest, especially a band of Greenland alongside- the west town. To conclude, the town of Springer changed drastically from 1970 to nowadays, moving from a rural to an urban area.
Some people think it is important to keep and maintain old buildings rather than replacing them with modern buildings. To what extent do you agree or disagre?
In some countires, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
Some people think that newly built houses should follow the style of the old houses in the local areas, while others think that people should have freedom to build houses of their own styles. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe government should spend money on building train and subway lines to reduce traffice congestion. Others think that building more and wider roads is the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have heard that a developer plans to build a shopping centre near your home.
Write a letter to the council. In your letter
say how you heard about the plan
explain how you feel about it
ask for more information about it
Some people believe that it is better to build new museums and town halls instead of renovating the old ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that new houses should be built in the same style as older houses in the local area. Others disagree and say that local authorities should allow people to build houses in the styles of their own choice. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that governments should invest more in public transportation instead of building new roads for cars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that to reduce the amount of time, people spend commuting (traveling to work), parks and gardens close to the city centers should be replaced by apartment buildings for commuters to live in. However, others disagree with this. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Some people think that old houses should be knocked down to build new houses or apartment blocks. Others think that old houses should be protected because they are part of a nation’s history. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the new houses should be built in the same style as older houses in the local areas. Others disagree and say that local authorities should allow people to built houses in the styles of their own choice. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You read in a newspaper that a company is going to
renovate some school buildings in your local area that are in a
poor condition. You would like to offer your help.
Write a letter to the charity paying for the renovation.In your
letter
● explain why you want to help with the renovations
● suggest what you can do to help
● say when you are available to start work
Write a letter to the building manager. In your letter,
explain the reason for using a bicycle to commute
mention what problems you have encountered with parking
what you recommend to solve the problems
The map shows the present layout of an office building and plans for its future redevelopment.
The diagrams below show the stages and equipment used in the cement-making process, and how the cerment is used to produce concrete for building purposes. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter to a person to have them build a website for your business. In your letter Describe your business Tell them what do you want on the website Specify that you want the use of images on the website
The plans below show student accommodation buildings 2010 and now. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Traffic jams are a problem in many towns and cities today. Some people say that the solution is to build wider roads. Do you agree or disagree?
Your apartment manager is asking your opinion about the swimming pool in your building. Currently, your building has a swimming pool, but it is really old and needs to be renovated. Some tenants prefer to have a small gym instead of a pool. The apartment manager has asked you to complete an opinion survey.
Choose the option that you prefer. Why do you prefer your choice? Explain the reasons for your choice. Write about 150–200 words.
Option A: I would like to keep the swimming pool.
Option B: I would like to have a gym.
A company has announced that it wishes to build a large factory near uour community. Discuss the advantages of this influence on your community. Do you support or oppose the factory. Explain your position.
There are more new towns being built nowadays. It is more important to include public parks and sports facilities than shopping centers for individuals to spend their free time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is more important for schoolchilrend to learn about local history than world history. To what extent do you agree or disagree ? (MINH BUI)
Your city decides to put down an old building, but you disagree. Write a letter to the official. In your letter.
-why you think it is a bad idea.
-why it is important to keep it.
-what benefits would it bring to the city.
When designing a building, the most important factor is intended use of the building rather than its outward appearance. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world costs numerous governments' expenditure. This money should be used in new housing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries more and more people are becoming interested in finding about histiry of the house or buikding they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
Nowadays many buildings such as offices and schools have open space design rather than seprate rooms. why is this so? is it a positive or negative development
When designing building, the intended use of the building should be taken in into account as important rather than the outward appearance? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people thinkit is important to keep and maintain old buildings rather than replacing them with modern buildings . To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Below is a map of the city of Brandfield. City planners have decided to build a new shopping mall for the area, and two sites, $1 and $2 have been proposed.
Many counties increasing number of people ove becoming interested in beweg about the learning the house or buily where they live. What are the reasons? behind this? How can individuals resend on this
The maps below depict the changes that museum has experienced from the year of 1990 to 2010. The main building of the museum is built close to a rectangular shape of garden and nearby a cottage area. Inside the building, you can find three main components and they are store, exhibition and shop. Right across the path are the parking lot and a garden that is about one third of the size of the parking lot.
Some people think building cities is good for progress. Others believe it causes environmental and social problems. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Your office building dosen't have parking available.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
- Explain the problem
- Sugget a soultion
- Say why parking will benefit all employees
It is too expensive to look after and repair old buildings. This money should be spent on building modern buildings instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?
Many large supermarkets are being built today while the number of small shops is decreasing. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The maps show a present layout of an office building and plans for its futher redevelopment
High Rise building - advantage/disadvantage These days more people prefer to live in vertical buildings. What are the advantages and disadvantages for the people?
It has recently been announced that a new high school may be built in your community. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why? Use specific reasons and details in your answer.