The bar chart below shows the numbers of men and women attending various evening courses at an adult education centre in the year 2009. The pie chart gives information about the ages of these course participants.
Large businesses have big budgets for marketing and promotion and as a result, people graviate towards buying their products. What problems does this cause? What could be done to encourage people to buy local products?
hello Shopping is the favourite free time activity for many young people today. Why do you think this has happened? Should young people be encouraged to do different activities in their free time rather than shopping?
University students always focus on one specific subject, but some people think that universities should encourage their students to study a wide range of subjects in addition to their own subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Many people argue that in order to improve educational quality, high school students are encouraged to make comments or even criticism on their teachers. Others think it will lead to loss of respect and discipline in the classroom. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Then, of course, consider the action prompt – to what extent do you agree or disagree? Well, what is it we’re agreeing or disagreeing with? There are essentially two parts to the statement – that working hours improve the economy, and that there are drawbacks to those long hours.
Some people think that university should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Other thinks that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of wheter the course is useful to an employer. What , in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
Some universities now offer their courses on the Internet so that people can study online. Is this a positive or negative development? It is true that online courses are becoming a common feature of university education.
Some people think students should be encouraged to work or travel after finishing secondary education and before starting university. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Share your own experience and examples.
Some people believe that parents should limit their hours of watching TV and playing computer games for children, but instead encourage to read books. Do you agree or disagree?
Only formal examinations, written or practical, can give a clear picture of students’ true knowledge and ability at university level. Continuous assessment like course work and projects are poor measures of student ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree on this IELTS topic?
The pie charts give detailed information about the proportion of students who were offered to take different courses in the year 1985 and at present.
The bar chart below shows the numbers of men and women attending various evening courses at an adult education centre in 2009. The pie chart gives information about the ages of these course participants
In many countries, teenagers are courage to do part-time jobs. What is the situation like in your country? What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of doing part-time jobs?
University students often focus on one subject. However, some people think that universities sholud encourage students to learn a range of other subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some children can learn efficiently by watching TV. Therefore, they should be encouraged to watch TV both at home and at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
many countries use fossil fuels as the main source of energy. however, in some countries the use of the alternative sources of energy is encouraged. to what extent do you agree of disagree with this development
More and more qualified peopleare moving from poor to rich countiries to fill vacancies in specialist areas like engineering. computing and medicine. Some people believe that by encouraging the movement of such people, rich countires are tealing from poor countires. Other feel that this is only part of the natural movement of workers around the world. Discouss both the views and give your opinion.
The chart and table below give information about what nursing graduates did after finishing their course in the UK in 2009
Your friend has been offered a place on course at the university where you studied. He/she would like your advise about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email -Describe where you lived when you were a student at the university -Recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation -Warm him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
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 goverments take to discourage people from using their cars?
The care for children is probably the most important job in any society. For this reason, all mothers and fathers must take a course that prepares them to become good parents. To that extent do you agree or disagree?
Children can learn effectively by watching television . Therefore they should be encouraged to watch television regulartly at hom ean dat school. To what exten ddo you agree or disagree?
3i. #Work | #Travel - In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantage of young people who decide to do this. (IELTS , AC)
Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a univer¬sity should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own know¬ledge or experience.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are currently attending a course which is not the same as per the description in the admission brochure.
Write a letter to the headmaster. In your letter,
state which course you are enrolled in
provide details about the noted differences
suggest what actions would you like him to take
Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Brand Recall, Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have a friend who lives abroad. You have decided to apply for a course at one of the colleges there.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
ask what the city is like
say what work or study you are doing now
explain why you want to do this course
Although you have never formally studied computing, you have always been interested in computers. You have just read about computer courses that really interests you, but it is only for people who completed elementary course.
write a letter to the college enrollment officer. In your letter,
- explain why you are writing
- describe your circumstances
- ask if a special exception can be made for you so you can enroll in the course
ome people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
Some people think that university students should specialize in one subject, while others think universities should encourage students to learn a range of subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Writhe a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter
-describe what you enjoyed about the course.
-say how much cooing you’ve done since the course
-suggest another cookery course you’d like the school to offer
some universities now offer their courses in the internet so that people can study online , Is that a positive or negative point ?
Some people say that parents shoudl encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move to regional areas outside the big cities. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Some believe that training is necessary to be a good teacher, others think, teachers do not need a training course. Discuss both views along with your opinion
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that in many cities aroud the world there are constant traffic jams. How true do you think the statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from owning cars?
The best way to deal with the rising problem of traffic and transportation is by encouraging people to live in cities rather than in suburbs and in the countryside. What are the effects of rapid population growth in the city? How can the quality of life of city dwellers be maintained?
ou have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club. In your letter:
• introduce yourself
• say why you are interested in this sports club
• ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities, members, costs
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree courses. The table shows the salaries of anthropologists in work after 5 years.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter,
describe what you enjoyed about the course
say how much cooking you've done since the course
suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/She has asked for your advice about studying this subject.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
give details of the course you took at the university
explain why you recommend the university
give some advice about how to apply
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....................,
Many people believe that cycling is a healthy and environmentally friendly mode of transport.However, it is still unpopular in many countries. What are the reasons? What could be done to encourage the use of the bicycle among wider population?
in some countries young people are encourage to work or ttavel for a year between finishing high scooland starting universty studies. Describe advantages and disadvantages.
In nearly all science courses at university, there are significantly more male students than female students. What is the reason for this? What could be done to balance out the number?
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your
feedback in this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter
• describe what you enjoyed about the course
• say how much cooking you’ve done since the course
• suggest another cookery course you’d like the school to offer
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
9 Aeroplane uses more fuel and causes more pollution than car do. In such a case non-essential air travel should be discouraged in order to make the environment better rather than limiting the car use to what extend do you agree. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/she has asked for your advice about studying this subject. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Give details of the course you took at the university
Explain why you recommend the university
Give some advice about how to apply
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
These days, many university courses are offered through the internet . Some people think that online teaching has more advantages than conventional classroom teaching or lectures, while othersclaim that there are significant disadvantages.