The maps below show the changes that have taken place at the seaside resort of Templetion between 1990 and 2005.
You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•explain the important event
•apologies for the situation
•suggest a new arrangement
Scientists believe that the world is in danger due to environmental changes. Some people say that personal lifestyle changes should be made to reduce the damage to the environment, while others think that the government should do something to help. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think Climate Change has negative effects on businesses, others think it creates opportunities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays good good governance and healthy politics have become a fabled phenomenon and people, particularly the youth, have lost their trust and interest in politics and public affairs. Whom do you blame for this attitudinal change? How do you think people's trust in politics and interest in public affairs can be restored?
Topic 2: The range and quality of food that we can buy has changed because of technological and scientific advances. Some people regard this change as an improvement, while others believe that it is harmful. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The pictures show the changes of a park from 1980 to the present day. Summarise the information by selecting and making comparisons where relevant.
You work in a shop and have noticed that many customers complain that the shop closes too early. You think that the shop should stay open until later.
Write a letter to the shop manager, in your letter
1. Describe the complaints that have been made
2. Explain why it is important that the shop should stay open until later
3. suggest how the opening hours should be changed
Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear_________________,
Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a six-month 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
Many people today change their career paths multiple times throughout their lives. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples.
In the past two decades,technology has had imroved and has changed people's lives. to what exend do you agree or disagree?
The maps show changes over a 30 period from 1990 to today
Under British and Australian laws a jury in a criminal case has no access to information about the defender’s past record. This protects the person who is being accused of the crime. Some lawyers have suggested that this practice should be changed and that a jury should be given all the past facts before they reach their decision about the case. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. others,however, think that change is always a good thing. discuss both views and give ur opinion
The table shows current data and future predictions about how the percentage of people aged 65 and over is changing in three different countries.
The maps below show the changes that have taken place at the seaside town of Brinslow between 1990 and 2005.
The line graph Illustrates the number of students from India, Vietnam, Nepal, Indonesia and Colombia, who enrolled at De Salle University during a period from 1980 to 2020. Overall, the number of the students increased significantly all countries. However, from 2010 the change for Vietnam and Nepal were much more severe.
Some people think that in the future lots of changes will occur that will improve our society. Do you agree or disagree? What kind of changes will occur?
The graph below shows the avergae monthly change in the prices of three metals during 2014. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the passenger and aircraft movements for last year at Singapore Changi Airport. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The bar chart shows how worldwide sales of games software, CDs and DVDs/videos changed in the period from 2000 to 2003
The chart below shows the changes that took places in three different areas of crime in Newport city centre from 2003 -2012
The diagrams below show changes that have taken place in the Sawry District neighborhood since 1920.
the graph below shows the average monthly change in the prices of these metals during 2014. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Air pollution is currently a big issue in most industrialized cities causing respiratory problems and changes in weather patterns. -What do you think are the causes of this? -What measure can be taken to reduce air pollution?
Information technology is changing many aspects of our lives and now dominates our homes, leisure and work activities. To what extent do the benefits of information technology outweigh the disadvantages?
The graph below gives information about changes in the birth and death rates in New Zeland between 1901 and 2101
Write a letter to an English speaking friend explaining why you changed jobs
1: Explain why you changed the job
2: Describe your new job
3: Tell your other news
Some people think that developed countries have a higher responsibility to combat climate change and developing countries. other believe that all countries should have the same responsibilties towards protectiong the environment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The maps below show recent changes in the town of Kimsville. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparsions where relevant.
You visit a sports centre regularly, and there is a problem with the changing rooms in it. You have complained about it several times but with no success.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre.
In your letter:
*describe what the problem with the changing rooms is
*say what happened the last time you complained
*explain what you want the manager to do
Many people think that to become a successful specialist it's better to choose a career early in life and never change it later. To what extent do you agree with this view? Support your opinion with relevant examples.
The maps bellow show changes experienced by the town of Lakeside at the beginning of the 21st century. Summarize the information by reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Gia Linh
Modern technology is used in many workplaces today. How do you think technology changed the ways people work? Do yọu think there any disadvantages of relying on technology at work? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
The two maps show changes to the town center between 1836 and today
You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter,
- Explain why you changed jobs.
- Describe your new job.
- Tell him / her your other news.
The diagrams below show the changes that have taken place at West Park Secondary School since its construction in 1950. Summarise the informationby selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In many places, people’s lifestyle is changing rapidly and this affects family relationships. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Write a letter to a colleague who is hospitalized at the moment .
In your letter you should
Ask about his/her health
Let him/her know what changes occurred since he /she has been hospitalized
Also try to make him/her happy in some ways
Some people think climate change negatively impacts business, while others think it provides more business opportunities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The maps illustrates the changings of the city center in 25 years
You have arranged a meeting with a business partner.Unfortunately, you have to change the arrangement. Write a letter to your partner.
Explain the new arrangement
Apology for the changes
Explain the reason why the changes were needed.
It has been claimed that workers over 50 years are not responsive to rapidly changing ideas in the modern workplace and for this reason younger workers are to be preferred. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own experience of knowledge.
The Impact of Technology on Traditional Forms of Communication Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the increasing use of technology, such as smartphones and social media, on traditional forms of communication. Consider the impact on interpersonal relationships, cultural exchange, and the potential loss of face-to-face interaction. Provide examples and support your arguments with relevant evidence.
The table describes the changes of people who went for international travel in 1990, 1995, 2000 and 2005. (million).
Some teachers think that international student exchange would be beneficial for all teenage school students. Do you think its advantages will outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays most green lifestyle is becoming more and more popular in both developed and developing countries. Some argue it greatly is better for the environment. Others believe that changing one's lifestyle is too ambitious. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
There have been some problems with public transport in your area recently. Write a letter to the manager of the transport company. In your letter:
Describe the problems. Explain how these problems are affecting the public. Suggest some changes that could be made
The internet has changed the way we communicate. Much communication today happens through social media. Some people support this and think it is a positive development. Others believe that social media have negative effects. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.