The table below shows the prices of a cup of coffee in 6 cities in Australia in 2010 and 2014. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move to regional areas outside the big cities. What are the advantages and disadvantages?
Some people believe that the increasing number of vehicles is one of the biggest problem facing cities, while others believe that cities have bigger challenges. Discuss both views and state your opinion
Many people believe that living in the city offers more advantages compared to living in the countryside. Identify the pros and cons of living in these places and compare them.
Some people believe that it is better to live and work in a vertical city with multiple tall buildings, as compared to a horizontal city with fewer tall buildings. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some feel that cities should be designed to be beautiful while others feel their funtionality is more important. Discuss both side and give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the number of jobs in tourism related industries in one UK city between 1989 and 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people believe that cities should invest more in public transportation systems such as buses, trains, and subways to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge."
In some countries governments are encouraging businesses and industries to move outside the city centres and relocate to regional areas. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Some people think that cities are the best place others prefer to live in country. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of living in the city to living in the countryside.
In many countries today, people in cities either live alone or in small family units, rather than in large, extended family group. Is this a positive or negative trend?
The most effective way to solve the current traffic and pollution problems in cities is to encourage people to move from the suburbs or country into the city center. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today’s fresh food like vegetables or fruits travels thousands of miles from the rural areas or farms before it reaches customers in cities or urban areas. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative trend?
You went to another city for a training course and stayed at a friend's house for a week. They have been great hosts.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, •
thank them for having you at their house for a week •
express your gratitude for their hospitality .
say how much you miss them
the chart below shows some of the most reported issues among people living in UK cities in 2008.
Research has shown that spending much less time in office can reduce the use Of use of energy (for example electricity, gas). Thus some companies Cole for some days a week. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantage?
IELTS writing test 2 Should wealthy nations be required to share their wealth among poorer nations by providing such things as food and education? Or is it the responsibility of the governments of poorer nations to look after their citizens themselves? Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and with relevant evidence.
The chart below shows information about changes in average house prices in five different cities between 1990 and 2002 compared with the average house prices in 1989. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
In recent years, air pollution has become a noticeable issue in many cities worldwide. This rise in pollution levels is often linked to the increasing number of vehicles on the roads, among other factors. Discuss the causes of urban air pollution and suggest possible solutions.
The table below shows the cost of water in five cities in Austrailia.
the table illustrates the information about metro systems in 6 cities Analyse the main features
The chart below shows the percentages of different types of household waste that were recycled in one city between 1992 and 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.In some countries, most people prefer to rent a house rather than buy their houses. What are the advantages and disadvantages of renting a home?
Some people think citites are the best place tolive.Other prefer to live in the countryside.Discuss both of view and give your opinion
Some cities ban private cars from entering the center and force people to use bicycles and buses. Do the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
The graph below gives information about the percentage ofthe population In four Asian countries living In citis from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 12020 and 2040.
There are two different charts that illustrate the number of unemployed citizens in the US with average weekly earnings in 2005.
Some people think that living in a city can give a lot of benefits in terms of health. Others think that living in the village is the best choice for a healthy lifestyle. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The population of many cities is growing rapidly. What are the effects on people living in these cities? What can be done to maintain the quality of life of people?
Modern building change the character and appearance of towns and cities. The government should insist that new buildings be built in traditional styles to protect cultural identity. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have recently moved to a different city for work, but you want to maintain contact with a friend from your previous workplace. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
•Describe the city you moved to
•Tell him/her about your new job
•Invite him/her to visit you
You do NOT need to write any addresses
You have recently visited a city on vacation and stayed in a hotel.
Write a letter to the manager about your stay. In your letter:
-Give details of your stay
-What were the high & low points of the hotel
-What are your suggestions; recommendations and / or complaints about the hotel
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,
In the past, people used to travel abroad to look for many differences from their home country. Nowadays, cities throughout the world are becoming more and more similar. What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Providing Internet access is just as important as other services, such as building roads, so governments should offer Internet access to all of their citizens at no cost. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The bar chart below shows the average Australian water consumption in selected cities for last year. The pie chart shows distribution of Aaustralian water consumption for last year
The table below gives details of world electricity production by renewable sources in the four years between 2009 and 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
In many countries around the wortel, nural people. are moving to cities, so the population inthe Countryside is deereaing. Do you think it is a positive negative development
The diagram below shows how geothermal energy is used to produce electricity. Summeraise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that the Olympic Games is an exciting event and can bring nations together. Others, however, think that it is a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
A government has a responsibility to its citizens to ensure thier safety. Therefore , some people think that the government should increase spending on defense but spent less on social benefits. To what extent do you agree ?
In some countries good school and medical facilities are available in city only. Some people think that teachers and good hospital, education should be provided in rural areas for few years. While some people think that every person is free to do work according to their choice. Discuss your ideas and opinios. Discuss both the sides.
Many cities in the world are facing the issue of overpopulation. What are the reasons which contribute to this issue? Are there any solutions for it?
in the pAST PEOPLE USED TO LOOK FOR MANY DIFFERENCE FROM THEIR HOME COUNTRY. NOWADAYS CITIES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD ARE BECOMING MORE AN DMORE SIMILAR.WHAT ARE THE REASON. dO THEA ADVENTAGES OUTWEIGHT DISADVENTAGES
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Provide a short update about your life since you saw him/her last
- Explain why you will be traveling to his/her city
- Say what you would like to do when you visit his/her city
An old friend of yours is coming to visit your city. You had planned to meet him at the
airport, but something has come up and you will not be able to make it there on time.
Write to your friend. In your letter
Explain the situation
Offer to make alternate arrangements
These days, it seems that an increasing number of people are leaving rural areas to live in the city. Discuss some of the effects of rural depopulation (migration from the country to the city ) and suggest some ways on which this trend could be reversed.
The maps below show changes in the city of Castellon in recent times. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your friend recently moved to new city. You will also be moving to the same city. Write a letter to your friends and include:
– Ask where to find a place to live
– Tell them what type of place you’re looking for
– Share some fun things you would like to do when you get there
Today many people do not know their neighbor in large cities. what problem does this cause ? what can be done with this ?
The two maps illustrated the distribution of the facilities of the May city in 1950 and in the present.
the line graph shows percentage of total population in different cities from 1970 to 2040