Writing task 1 (a letter)
Your local council is closing the children’s playground in your locality as not many children visit the park. Write a letter to the council requesting not to close it. Include the following in your letter:
– How important is the playground for children?
– Why don’t children go to the playground?
– What can be done to bring children back to the park?
A lot of people today move to other countries for their work. This has advantages and disadvantages for the children of such people. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your own opinion
A lot of charities and organisations have to publicize their activities by setting up a number of days to name the special days like National Children's day and National non smoking day why do they do so? What are the effects?
Nowadays changes need to be made regarding the school curriculum, in order to prepare children for adult life. Discuss which subjects could be introduced and why and they would be beneficial to young adults. Are there any subjects which you feel are now obsolete and why?
Some people suggest that childern do not understand the world of work and schools should make all teenagers spend a short time working as well as studying academic subjects. To what extent do you agree?
Some people think that children should learn to compete, but others think that they should be taught to co-operate so that they could become more useful adults. State some reasons for both views and give your opinion.
The world population is been increasing lately. One way to curb excessive growth in third world countries is to restrict the number of children each couple can have to 1. Other people believe that empowerment of the women is a better way. Discuss both views and state your opinion.
n developing countries, children in rural communities have less access to education. Some people believe that the problem can be solved by providing more schools and teachers, while others think that the problem can be solved by providing computers and Internet access. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think thatparents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, However, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Art is considered an important part of society as well as an expression of its culture. Do you think it is important for children to be taught art? Do you think children should be encouraged to focus on arts rather than other subjects?
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six year old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter,
Explain why you would like the job
Give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ.
Say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia.
Write at lease 150 words.
Your child is going on a three day school trip to another country. The head teacher wants to find parents to go with the group and you would like to go.
Write a letter to the head teacher. In your letter:
Say why you would like to go on the trip Suggest what you could do to help during the trip Ask other questions about the trip
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at early age .punishment is necessary o help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? what short of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children ?give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own Knowledge and experiences.
Some people think that outdoor activities are more beneficial for children’s development than playing computer games. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Children's Education is expensive. In some countries, the government pays some or all of the costs. Do the advantages outweight its disadvantages?
Some say thw standard of behaviour among children has worsened and that this the the parents' fault; others say that schools are to blame. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that all children should learn about history at school. Others however, believe that other subjects are more relevant to children's lives today. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign kanguage at primary school rather than secondary school. do th advantages of this outwigh the disadvantages?
In many countries, it is mandatory for school children to wear uniforms. Do the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The bar chart shows the percentage of school children learning to play four different instruments. Zhazira.
Your child’s school is organizing a week-long overseas trip, and the principal is looking for parents to join as volunteers. Write a letter to express your interest
In your letter, you should:
Explain why you would like to join the trip.
Ask some general questions about the trip.
Describe how you can contribute to the trip as a parent.
More people decided to have children in their later age than in the past. Why? Do advantages of this outweigh disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many parents complain about violence promoted to their children through video games, TV programs and other medias. Why is it happening? What can be the solution for it? Give your opinion and include relevant examples.
Some people think that it is better for older schoolchildren to study a large number of subjects and develop a wide range of knowledge. Others argue that they should study a smaller number of subjects and focus on details. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that parents have the most important role in a child's development. However others argue that other things like television or friends have the most significant influence. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
ome families send their children to a foreign country to be educated. Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this course of action. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Modern lifestyle mena that many parents have little time for their children. Many children suffer because they do not get as much attention from their parents as children did in the past. Do you agree or disagree?
The chart below gives information about the journey to school by children aged 11 to 16 in the UK in a year.
These days many children spen a lot time playing video games and many parents feel this is very negative. Do you agree or disagree?
Some feel that school uniforms make schools safer for students, create a "level playing field" that reduces socioeconomic disparities and encourage children to focus on their studies rather than their clothes. Others say school uniforms infringe upon students' right to express their individuality, have no positive effect on behavior and academic achievement. Discuss both sides & give your opinion.
#Education | #Language - Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages. (IELTS 9, AC)
The pie graphs below show the result of a survey of children's activities. The first graph shows the cultural and leisure activities that boys participate in, whereas the second graph shows the activities in which girls participate. Write a report for a report with the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie charts below demonstrate the result of a survey of children’s activities. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Is it important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this option. What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children
studies suggest that children spend more time watching TV than they did in the past and apend less on doing active or creative things. why do you think it is the case? What methods can be used to tackle it?
Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child’s development while others think that it is important for children to go to school. Discuss the advantages of both methods and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
There is an increasing trend around the world of married couple deciding not to have children. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for couples who decide to do this.
Some parents want their children to read only serious educational books at all times. They don’t want their children to read any entertaiment books because they think it is wast of time. Do you agree or disagree?
Write about following topic: Some people believe that children are given too much free time. They feel that this time should be used to do more school work. How do you think children should spend their free time? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
All children should study a foreign language in school, starting in their earliest grades, To what extent do you agree or disagree with statement? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people believe that playing games teaches us about life while others believe that children waste their time by playing games. What is your opinion?
Some people believe that children should begin their formal education at a very early age. Others believe that they should start school at a later age. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many children today are overweight and in poor health. This is a very serious problem world wide. Give reasons to explain this child heath problem and give solutions to fix it.
Some people believe that the experience children have before they go to school will have greater effect on their future life. Others argue that experience gained when they are teenagers have a bigger influence. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
In developing countries, rural children have less access to education. Some people say that the problem can be solved by providing schools and teachers. Others say that computers and internet should be provided. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic: In many countries, children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. What are your opinions on this issue?
In some countries, it is common for women to participate in the workforce when their children are young. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
Some parents forbid young children from owning smart phones (cell phones with Internet access), while others disagree and believe that they are important tools for keeping in touch. Which point of view do you think is better, and why?
Some parents feel that it is important to protect their children from all possible dangers while other other parents believe that letting their children take certain risks is important for development. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Some people believe that children should continue schooling until 18 years old while others suggest that schooling till 14 years of age is enough. Discuss both views and present your opinion.