The line chart below shows the results of a survey giving the reasons why people moved to the capital city of a particular country. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie charts below show the form of transportation to work normally used by workers in a particular city. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The costs of medical health care are increasing all the time. Governments are finding it difficult to balance the health care budget. Should citizens be totally responsible for their own health costs and take out private health insurance, or is it better to have a comprehensive health care system which provides free health services for all? Discuss your viewpoint on this issue.
Some people think that the main purpose of school is to turn children into good citizens and trainees rather than to benefit them as individuals. To which extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that it is better for children to grow up in the countryside rather than in a big city. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each place?
some people think that cars are the best way to trvel in the city while others think bicycles is better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think city planners should create more green spaces and plant trees. Other believe that they should focus on building new home. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Levels of youth crimes are increasing rapidly in youth cities around the world. What are the reasons for this and suggest some solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Many people believe that schools should teach to become good citizens and workers rather than independent individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write a letter to a friend who will come to your country to work for 6 months.
In your letter, you should:
•recommend a city
•suggest a few jobs that your friend could do
•give some opinions about making friends with the locals.
The table shows data about the underground railway systems in six major cities with the date opened, kilometers of the route, and passenger numbers per year in millions.
You recently moved to a new city for work. You want to join a local club or group to make new friends and spend your free time. Write a letter to the club organizer. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and explain why you moved to this city
Say what kind of club or activities you are interested in
Ask for information about how you can join and what the requirements are
The movement of people from villages to cities for work can cause serious problems in both places. What are the serious problems associated with this? What measures can be taken to solve these problems?
Many people believe that a country’s wealth is dependant on the
health of its citizens. Other people argue that education is a better
indicator of a nation’s wealth and well-being.
What is your opinion? What are some other factors that contribute
to the growth and prosperity of a country?
the table shows data about underground railway systems in six major cities with date opened, kilometres of route anbd passenger numbers per year in millions
The diagram below shols how electricity is generated in a hydroelectric power station. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
According to reports, maintaining museums open to the public is becoming more and more costly. Describe the benefits of preserving museums. How can we best finance them? (Government, industry, private citizen, etc.)
Some young people are leaving the countryside to live in cities and towns, leaving only old people in the country side What problems are caused by this issue? What can be done to solve the situation ?
The maps below show changes in the Spanish city of Castellon in recent times. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons whee relevant.
In some countries, ordinary citizens are allowed to keep a gun in their houses. Some people think this is a good idea, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
There is too much noise in many public places in cities. What are the causes of this problem? What can be done to solve the problem?
Health care should not be provided for free regardless of a person’s income. The health of citizens is in their own hands and they should, therefore, be held accountable for that. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In many nations, people in huge cities either live alone or in small family units, instead of in large, extended family groups. Is this a positive or negative trend?
The charts below show the average monthly rainfall in two cities of Brazil, Brasilia and Salvador, in 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Rainfall in mm in Brasilia, Brazil, 2016 350 r - 300 250 E 200- Rainfall ( - 150 - 100 50 0 350 г 300 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Aug Sep Rainfall in mm in Salvador, Brazil, 2016 Oct Nov Dec 250 트 200 fall Rainti - 150 100 50 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Diagrams A and B show how structure electricity can be generated from the rise and fall of water caused by sea waves.
today the high sale of popular consumer goods reflect the power of advertising and not real needs of the socity in witch they are sold. to what extend do you agree or disagree?
in city people want to live alone. what are the reason what do you thing is negative or positive in this
The following bar chart shows the different modes of transport used to travel to and from work in one European country city in 1960, 1980, and 2000.
some people feel that businesses should be encouraged to move to rural areas as and transport accommodation problems are now increasing in many large cities. Others believe that this is not necessary. Discuss both sides of this debate. Where do you stand on this debate?
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinio
Many people are moving from rural areas to big cities, why has this happened? To what extend do you think it is a good trend?
You travelled to another city on business last week, and there was a problem with
your hotel room.
Write to the hotel manager. In your letter…
- Tell the manager about the problems you had
- Explain to them how you feel about what happened
- Let them know what actions you would like them to take.
the diagram below shoes how geothermal energy is usedto produce electricity. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Many people believe that the increasing number of cars in cities is the biggest source of pollution and waste. Others think that industries are the ones causing pollutioin. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In a number of countries,some people think it is necessary to spend large sums on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities.others believe money should be spent on improving existing public transport. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in towns and cities closing. Dow you agree or disagree?
The following bar chart shows the different modes of transport used to travel to and from work in one European city in 1960,1980 and 2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
populations in cities is growing rapidly. what are the effects of it? what solutions can you give to maintain a good quality of life in urban areas?
The diagram below shows how electicityis generated in a hydroelectric power station.
Public transportation is a great way to travel, particularly within a metropolis. The Shanghai metro is the most convenient way to get around the city. Do you agree or disagree?
Some experts believe that when a country is already rich, any additional increase in economic wealth does not make its citizens any more satisfied. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
One problem faced by almost every large city is traffic congestion. What do you think are the cauces of this? What solutions can you suggest?
Some people believe that to reduce the amount of time,People spend cummuting (travellers to work), parks and gardens close to the city centres should be replaced by apartment buildings for commuters to live in. However, Others disagree with this. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Light pollution (excessive light during night time) is a form of pollution that distresses many people, especially in modern cities. What are the causes of light pollution, and what solutions can you suggest for governments and businesses to take?
The bar chart shows the top ten countires for the production and consumption of electricity in 2014. Summarize the information by selecting and make comparison where relevant.
Discussion essay It is thought by some that it is better to live in the city while others believe that life is better in the countryside. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people believe that foreign workers are essential for the economy, while others think that governments should prioritise employing their own citizens. Do you agree or disagree.
You are going to work in another city for a year. A friend who lives there offered to help you find a place to live.
Write a letter to your friend:
Express your gratitude to him/her
Describe the area that you want to live in
Explain what type of accommodation you are looking f
The charts below show the production of different types of citrus fruit in Brazil, China, and the USA. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table gives some of the results of two surveys of a city's residents, asking for their opinions about certain aspects of living in the city. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparisons where relevant.