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 many cities, problems related to overpopulation are becoming more common. Some governments are now encouraging business and individuals to move out of cities to rural areas. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Many cities around the world are facing issues due to overpopulation. what problems does this cause and what solutions can be iplemented to tackle these challenges?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The line graph below shows the average daily maximum temperatures for Auckland and Christchurch, two cities in New Zealand, and London and Edinburgh, two cities in the United Kingdom.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Write at least 150 words.
The chart below shows the information about changes in average house proces in five different cities between 1990 and 202 compared with the average house price in 1989
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 hat money should be spent on improving existing public transport.
Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The bar chart below shows the number of houses built per year in two cities, Derby and Nottingham, between 2000 and 2009.
Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. You should write at least 150 words.
The graph below gives information about the percentage of population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Some people believe that the government should spend more money putting in more works of art like paintings and statues in cities to make them better places to live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table shows the cost of water in five cities in Australia.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the percentage of the population in 4 Asian countries living in cities from 1970 and 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040.
Crime rate , is most countries, often higher in urban cities than in rural areas.why do you think that is ?what can be done to reduce the crime.
The government spend enormous amount of money on renovation of old buildings in large cities. Some believe that this money is better spent on building new houses and road development. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this argument?
The bar chart below shows the average Australian water consumption in selected cities for las year. The pie chart shows the distribution of Australian water consumption for last year
Some people think that we should replace old buildings and houses in cities with more modern buildings. Other people think we should protect old buildings.
Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Many people around the world are choosing to move to live in cities.
What problems people experience in big cities? Should government encourage people ti move to smaller towns?
In same cities, governments have tried to reduce traffic. For instance, they impose tax during rush hour. Do you think this development is positive or negative?
Many people prefer to use public transportation while others say that personal cars are the best mode of transportation. Excessive use of private cars is considered to be the main reason for the traffic jam in many cities and that's why the use of public transportation is encouraged.
In your opinion what are the pros and cons of using public transport?
As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, some governments are encouraging businesses to move to rural areas. Do you think the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
Some people think that money must be spent on promoting the use of bicycles in cities while others think cities must spend on public transport discuss both views and give your opinion
The bar 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.
Shortage of houses has become a severe problem in the cities today and only the government can
solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this.
Planting trees is very important for the environment. Some people say trees should be planted in the vacant areas of cities and town, while others say housing facilitires should be build instead.
Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it is more important to plant trees in open area of towns and cities than to bulid more housing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some cities, there is less control over the design and construction of new homes and office buildings. People can build in whatever style they like. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now "one big traffic jam"
How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people form using their cars?
The chart shows the percentage of full-time undergraduate students at universities in three cities by subject area. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the most important features and making comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that cities are the best places to live. Others prefer to live in a rural area. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of living in the city to living in the countrysid.
As the transportation and accommodation problem increases in big cities, some governments are encouraging the business move from the city to the rural area.
Do the advantages of the outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that cities are the best places to live. Others prefer to live in a rural area. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people feel that cities should allow space for spaces for graffiti while others feel it should be banned. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The charts below show the growth in the population in some of the world’s largest cities over three time periods.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many cities around the world are facing severe air pollution problems. What do you think are the main causes of this issue? Suggest some possible solutions.
In many countries, good schools and medical facilities are available only sin cities. Some people think new teachers and doctors should work in rural areas for a few years, but others think everyone should be free to choose where they work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Young people are leaving their homes frome rural areas to study or work in the cities.
What are the reasons?
Do advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantage?
Nowadays congestion and Traffic jams are a common and major problem in most cities. Some people believe it is a good idea to construct wider roads to resolve this issue. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? What can be the solution, in our opinion?
Some cities have vehicle-free days, when private cars, trucks, and motorcycles are banned from the city center. Public transportation like buses, taxis and metros are advised. To what extent do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
In a number of countries,some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway line for very fast train between cities.others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The table shows data about underground railway systems in six major cities with date open, km of routes, and passagers numbers per year in millions.
The given table illustrates data about underground railway systems in six major cities in the world with opening dates, kilometres of routes and the number of passengers in millions.
In many Cities, problems related to overpopulation are becoming more common. Some government are now encouraging businesses and individuals to move out of cities to the rural areas.
Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
The charts illustrate the number of people who were affected by 4 types of noise pollution in day and night in cities and rural areas in 2007.
More and more people are moving away from an agricultural background to relocate to cities in order to look for work. What will be e the consequences of this ?What solution can you offer?
It is important for all towns and cities to have large public spaces such as squares and parks.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In many cities, an increasing number of people do not know their neighbors and there is a lack of a sense of community. What are the causes of this problem? How can it be solved?
You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your aunt lives in one of the cities you will be visiting.
Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter:
Tell her about your holiday plans
Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip
Explain how you will make it up to her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Aunt Sally,
The Restoration of old buildings in major cities around the world costs governments billions of dollars while this money should have been used for new housing and road development.To what extent do you agree or disagree to this statement?
The rising levels of congestion and air pollution found in most of the world cities can be attributed directly to the rapidly increasing number of private cars in use. In order to reverse this decline in quality of life in cities, attempts must be made to encourage people to use their cars less and public transport more. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think the rise in living standard only benefits cities rather than rural areas. What problems can be caused? How to reduce these problems?
In some cities, public parks and open spaces are being changed into gardens where residents can grow fruits and vegetables. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?