It is often difficult for young people to find a good job without previous work experience. Governments should encourage employers to choose young people when they need new workers.
Do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the percentage of people born in and outside of Australia living in cities, and towns, and Ural areas in 1950 and 2010. Summurise the information by selecting and reporting the main features of the graph and make comparison where relevant.
Some developed countries now have unemployment problems.
Why do people still want to immigrate to these countries? Give reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.
Illiteracy has traditionally been viewed as largely a third world problem. However, it is becoming apparent that in countries such as the USA and Australia, illiteracy rate is on the increase. Discuss possible causes for this and its effect on society.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for government to impose a higher tax on this kine of food.
To what extent do you agree or disagree whit this opinion.
The rising cost and decreasing supply of fossil fuels such as oils and gas along with environmental concern, means that their continued use as our main source of energy is impractical and alternative sources must be found.
The only realistic alternative is nuclear energy. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons and relevant examples for your answer.
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“Prevention is better than cure” Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventive measure
To what extend do you agree
Your friend has written a letter to you asking for advice regarding a visit that his/her parents will be making to your area in the near future.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
recommend a place where they can stay
suggest the places they can visit
offer to do something with them.
Poor students or students who come from rural areas often find it is difficult to get access to the university education, so some people think universities should make it easier for them to study at.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays in many countries, both women and men work full-time. Logically, women and men should share household tasks equally. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays people can use computers to talk, learn and communicate without leaving home. There is a danger that it will cause more isolation and a lack of communication among people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Most companies and organizations requires their employees to wear uniforms to work.
what are the jobs that need uniform?
what are the disadvantages of wearing uniforms to work?
Environmental problems are becoming a global issue and are challenging the quality of life.do you think that environmental problems will produce better results if it is addressed globally or should be addressed by individual countries?
In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal trainer, rather than playing sports or doing exercise exercise.what are the reasons for this. Is this a positive or negative development?
The table gives information about the value of exports of kiwi fruit from New Zealand to five countries between 2010 and 2012.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You recently stayed in a hotel in a large city. The weather was very unusual for the time of year and the heating / cooling system in the hotel was quite inadequate.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter:
give details of what went wrong
explain what you had to do to overcome the problem at the time
say what action you would like the manager to take
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 outwigh the disadvantages?
The tables show (Table a) the average speed of urban zone traffic (in kilometres per hour or kph) in a number of countries over a fifty-year period, including a future estimate; and also (Table b) the total number of urban zones per country (in thousands).
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows percentages of types of waste that were recycled in a town between 2000 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.Write at least 150 words.
In many part of the world, it is common for one parent to stay and home and raise a newborn child while the other works full-time to earn money. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In come countires, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people.
why might this be the case? do you think this is a positive or negetive situation?
Some people say that the government should put money in the Arts, such as music, opera and paintings. Other people think money should be spent on construction of public facilities instead. What is your opinion.
The bar chart below shows the average duration of housework women did (unemployed, part-time employed, and full-time) when compared to men who had full-time work in Peru between 1985 and 2005.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the favourite takeaways of people in Canada and the number of Indian restaurants in Canada between 1960 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home because of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The chart below gives data about the popularity (proportion of people doing regularly)of various sports in different countries.The graph shows the amount of time that people in those countries spend reading books,newspapers or internet articles per day.There is also a table showing the average price of books.
Today more countries import food from different parts of the world. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this trend. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
Many governments think that economic grow is their most important goal. Some people, however, thinks that other type of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that the media, such as the press, TV and Internet should be more strictly controlled. Others feel that controls should be loosened to give people freer access to information. Discuss both views.
Many major cities are facing a housing crisis as they cannot provide enough land for new buildings. Some local governments believe the problem could be solved by reassigning park land for residential development, because this land would be better used for housing.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some construction work is being done on the street where you live for the last couple of days. The noise from the work is loud and it disturbs you.
Write a letter to your local council complaining about the noise. In your letter,
introduce yourself
explain how the noise is causing problems to you
suggest solutions to the problem
Some people believe that children can learn effectively by watching TV and should be encouraged to watch TV both at home and at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some countries are struggling with increases in crime rates. Some believe that having more police on the streets is best way to reduce and combat crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that using mobile phones and computers has a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that governments should pay the full course fees for students who want to study in universities. Do you agree or disagree with thí statement?
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one univrsity did after finishing their undergraduates degree course. The table shows the saleries of the anthropologiest in work after five years
The bar chart shows the percentage of the total world population in 4 countries in 1950 and 2002, and projections for 2050.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the percentages of men and women aged 60-64 in employment in four countries in 1970 and 2000
Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
You should write at least 150 words.
You are about to go on vacation for a month. A friend from another town will come and stay in your apartment.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:
explain where your friend can get the key to the apartment
give your friend some instruction about using your apartment
recommend some places to go
Many people use distance learning programs to study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the benefit as much as attending college or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
As computers can translate quickly and accurately with the development of technology, learning foreign languages is a waste of time.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. Yoh have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter, tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves, say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her, explain how to apply for the job
The line graphs below show the subscriptions to mobile and fixed phone lines in four different countries between 2005 and 2015.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Computer are being used more and more in education. Some people say this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below gives information about Southland's main exports in 2000*20.., and future projections for 2025.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, anamake comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the total number of minutes (in billons) of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three categories, from 1995-2002.
summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
UK telephone calls, by category, 1995-2002
Call type:
Local - fixed line
National and international - fixed line
Mobiles (all calls)
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Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers ahould be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe thay should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these view and give your own opinion.
Directions: Read the question below. You will have 30 minutes to plan, write, and revise your essay. Typically an effective essay will contain a minimum of 300 words.
From the following list, which industry has made the biggest technological advancements in the last decade?
▪ Healthcare
▪ Banking
▪ Education
Give reasons or examples to support your opinion.
In contemporary society, everyone should have equal opportunities in education. Therefore, universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?