The increasing presence of multinational companies and globalization is believed by some to have positive implications for everyone involved. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table belowshows the results of a 20-year study (research/ survey) into why adults (grown-ups – individuals over 18) in the UK attend arts events (go to art-related activities).
the table given task 1 presents the data on the reasons for the grown ups in the UK to go to art events in a period of twenty years in percentages
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You recently took a plane to a holiday in a foreign city, and on arrival you found that your luggage
was lost. You did not receive your luggage until the last day of your holiday. Write to the airline,
•complaining about this situation
•saying why it caused you problems
•seeking suitable compensation
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Write at least 150 words
In many countries, plastic containers have become more common than ever and are used by many food and drink companies.
Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
You read in a newspaper that a company is going to renovate some school buildings in your local area that are in a poor condition. You would like to offeryour help. Write a letter to the charity paying for renovation. In your renovation
-explain why you want to help with the renovations.
-suggest what you can do to help
-say when are you available to start work.
The chart below gives information on the percentage of British people giving money to charity for the years 1990 and 2010.
Summarise the information by selectig and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The bar chart shows information about fiction book sales from 2006 to 2010. Writr a report of at least 150 words summarising the main details and making comparisons where necessary.
The first chart below shows how energy is used in an average Australian household. The second chart shows the greenhouse gas emissions which result from this energy use.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
Australian household energy use
water heating
30%
heating
42%
cooling
2%
refrigeration
7%
- other appliances
15%
lighting
4%
Australian household greenhouse gas emissions
heating
15%
cooling
3%
lighting
8%
water heating
32%
refrigeration
14%
other appliances
28%
Many companies and organisations require their employees to wear uniform. What kind of jobs require uniforms? What are the disadvantages of wearing uniform to work?
Some people think that their children should be taught to be competitive in school while other think that teamwork and cooperate are more important.
disscuss both porint of view and give your opinion.
Some people say that time and money spent on music classes in schools aren’t necessary; instead, children should be learning a useful subject such as science and computer. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and include relevant examples
The pie charts below show unites of electricity production by fuel sources in Australia and France in 1980 and 2000.
Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
More and more adults are playing computer games.
why do you think is the reason for this.
what are the good and bad things about playing computer games.
There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
-Describe the complaints that have been made
-Say why the reception area is important
-Suggest how the reception area could be improved
Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones in communication has had negative effects on young people's reading and writing skills.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Task 1: The table below gives information about the average annual distance travelled by adults and the types of travel in 1977 and 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the figure for work hours per week in the industrial sector in four European countries in 2002. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main characteristics, and compare with the corresponding ones.
The charts below show the figure for work hours per week in the industrial sector in four European countries in 2002. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main characteristics, and compare with the corresponding ones.
You recently ordered something online. When the delivery came it was not complete.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
explain what you ordered and what was missing from your delivery
explain the importance of this delivery ask for a replacement item to be sent
Some people believe that the best way to improve the general well-being of schoolchildren is to make physical education compulsory in all schools. Others, however, think that this would have little effect on overall health and those other measures are needed. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people argue that keeping pets is beneficial for longevity while others believe that household animals are not healthy for people to have as companions.
Discuss both sides of the argument and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Task 1
The chart below shows tea and coffee consumption in 2015
Write a summary of the information. Select and reportthe main features, and make comparisons where necessary.
The three pie charts show the proportion of four kinds of vehicles used in the UK in 1996, 1985 and 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter to the bus company. In your letter,
inform the bus company of when and to where you travelled
describe your suitcase and what happened to it
explain why the company should pay for a new suitcase
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planned future development of the site.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, make comparisons where relevent.
The charts below give information on the location and types of dance classes young people in a town in Australia are currently attending.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your report should comprise a minimum of 150 words.
The chart below shows the proportion of male and female students studying six - art related subjects at a UK university in 2011.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Many graduates want to start their first job in a big corporation. Many others prefer to work for a small company first. What are the different advantages in each decision?
Some people say that playing computer games is bad for children in every aspects. Others say that playing computer games can have positive effects on the way children develop. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the percentage of households owning four types of electronic devices between 1995 and 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. *Why might this be the case? *What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
The pie chart show the main reasons of money spent on various facilites in 2000.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
The graph below gives information about the price of bananas in four countries between 1994 and 2004.Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.You should write at least 150 words.
You recently attended a party, where you saw one of the guests being rude to a neighbour in the next house. Write an email to the guest,
•Complaining about their behaviour
•Suggesting that the guest apologises to the neighbour
• Asking them not to behave like this again
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Write at least 150 words
Some people think that it would be better for large companies and industry to move to regional area outside large urban centers. Do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
The chart below shows the expenditure on three categories among different age groups of residents in the UK in 2004.
Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many modern children spend a great deal of time sitting in front of a television or computer screen. This is extremely harmful to their development. Therefore, parents should strictly limit the time that children spend in this way.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts below show units of electricity production by fuels source in Australia and France in 1980 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart and graph below give information about participants who have entered the Olympics since it began. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the income and jobs generated last year by tourism in Canadian states and territories.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You are planning a holiday and want to find out about the kinds of holiday packages that can be arranged by a local company.
Write a letter to the company to as for information about the holiday packages they offer. In your letter:
say where and when you would like to go
include details about the kind of holiday you would like to take
say what kind of information you would like to receive.
The diagram below shows two methods of collecting water for irrigation purposes.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant
You have a complaint about the hotel you stayed at while attending a meeting that was booked by the organizer of a company meeting. Write a letter to the organizer of the meeting and include:
-Details about the meeting
- The problem you face
- What should be done
The charts below shows male
and female arrested over the 5
years and the reason for most
recent arrests.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show how global water resources are distributed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.
You recently took a trip with a taxi company. The driver behaved in an unacceptable way and you had a lot of problems. You complained to the company but no one has replied to your complaint. Write a letter to the taxi company. In your letter
say why you are writing and how you feel
explain what happened
tell them what you would like them to do.
The diagram shows the stages in the cultivation and management of a forest.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and comparisons where relevant.
The diagram shows the production of circuit boards.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You should write at least 150 words.
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtade-lebelled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant.
Write a letter to your boos apologizing for the recent meeting you missed at work
Apologies for missing the meeting
Explain what happened
Say what you will do to compensate
The line graph below shows how much money was spent on cars in four different countries
in Asia.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.