The number of refugees and immigrants is increasing. what are the possible causes and effects of this? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, governments around the world implemented various forms of regulation and control measures. Some argue that strict governmental intervention was necessary to combat the virus effectively, while others believe it infringes upon individual liberties. Discuss both views and provide your opinion on the role of governmental regulation during the COVID-19 crisis.
Many cities today are expanding upwards, with increasingly taller buildings being constructed for people to live and work in. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
In the developed world, the average life expectation is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of ageing populations.
You recently visited a new restaurant in your neighborhood, but you were not satisfied with the service.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
Describe the situation that led to your dissatisfaction.
Explain how you felt about the service you received.
Suggest what you would like the restaurant to do to improve their service.
You have recently moved to a different house.
Write a letter to an English speaking friend. In your letter
explain why you have moved
describe the new house
invite your friend to come and visit
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ............,
Some people think that criminals should be given longer term imprisonment, so as to reduce the crime rate. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently visited a local gym and were unhappy with the cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities. Write a letter to the manager of the gym.
In your letter:
•Explain the problems you noticed
•Describe how these problems affected your experience
•Suggest what could be done to improve the situation
You work at home and have a problem with a equipment that you use for your job
Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment In your letter
●describe the problem with the equipment
●explain how this problem is affecting your work
●say what you want the shop or company to do
With the increasing demand for energy such as oil and gas, people start to look for their sources in remote and untouched places. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
Write an email to the librarian in about 150–200 words. Your email should do the following things: Describe what you were trying to find. Explain why you needed the book and how you tried to find it. Suggest what the library can do to help you find the information you need.
One of the consequence of improved medical care is that people are living longer and living expectancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh disadvantages?
The diagram describes the production of canned fruits. Summarize the information by selection and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
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
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
An increasing amount of people are emigrating from third world to western countries to fill openings in special job fields like engineering, computing, and medicine. Some think that by encouraging this immigration, rich countries are stealing from the poor. Others feel that this is only a natural movement. Explain your opinion and why.
Some experts suggest people a method to solve the environmental problem is to increase the cost of fuels and all vehicles. To what extent do you agree with this point? and make comparisons where relevant. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
more and more people are relying on the private car as their means of transportation. Describe some of the problems oreliance on cars can cause, and suggest at leats 1 possible solution.
Technology is becoming increasingly prevalent in the world today. In the not too distant future technology will completely replace the teachers in the classroom. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that the best way to reduce crime is to increase the length of prison sentences. Others argue that there are more effective ways to reduce crime, such as rehabilitation programs and education. Discuss both views and give your opinion."
You have decided to leave your curreg nt job and look for a new one.
Write a letter to a friend. In your letter
. explain why you want to leave your current job
. describe what kind of job you are looking for
. ask for some help or advice
You recently heard about some new jobs at a local department store. You would like to work there. Write a letter to store manager of the department store. In your letter - Explain how you heard about the job - Describe the kind of job you would like to have - Give details of your experience and qualifications Dear Sir or Madam,
In order to cover the increasing cost of expenses, more and more people work very long shifts. What are the advantages and disadvantages
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbors.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
•Describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
•Explain how this is affecting you and your neighbors
•Suggest what should be done about the problem.
You want to complain about the service you received in the hotel you stayed in while attending a recent meeting
Write a letter to the person who organised the meeting. In your letter,
*Describe the meeting
*Explain the problems the service
*Suggest what the meeting organizer should do
These days, violence among young people is becoming increasingly widespread. What are causes for this tendency? What solutions can be made to overcome it?
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you bought for your job.
Write a letter to the shop or company to which supplied the equipment. In your letter
-describe the problem with the equipment
-explain how this problem is affecting your work
-say what to want the shop or the company to do
It is often thought that an increase in juvenile crime can be attributed to violence in the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend 20 minutes on this task.
You have decided to apply for a job as a Spanish instructor that was advertised in the magazine Teaching S.A. Write a letter to apply for the job. In your letter:
explain why you are writing
describe your experience and qualifications
explain how they can contact you.
Write at least 150 words.
Your friend wants to send her/his children to your house for the weekend. Write a letter to him/her and say
– Agree to this arrangement.
– Say what time is suitable for you.
– Describe what you are planning to do.
You have stayed at a friend’s house last weekend. You think you have left your watch there. Thank your friend describe your watch tell me what you want him to do write 150 words.
Some people soy thol indushiol growlh is necessory lo solve poverty, bul some other people orgue thol induslriol growlh is creoling environmentol problems ond it should be sfopped. Discuss bolh views ond give your opinion.
In some countries more and more international travel is becoming cheaper and more countries are opening their doors to increase the number of tourists. Do the advantages of increasing tourism outweigh the disadvantage.
Women can do everything that men can and they even do it better. They also can do many things that men cannot. But it is a fact that their work is not appreciated as much as men’s, although they have to sacrifice a lot for their family and career… It is said: “A woman’s place is in the home.” What do you think?
You are unhappy about a plan to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live near the airport.
Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter
explain where you live
describe the problem
give reasons why you do not want this development
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people believe that longer prison sentences are the best way to decrease crime while others believe that there are alternatives ways to decrease crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It is said that the education system is the most critical factor in the development of a country. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The chart below describes the sources of electricity produced in four countries between 2003 and 2008.
the process below shows how drinking water is made using solar power. write a report for university lectirer describing the information given below
Some people think that governments should give financial support to creative artists such as painters and musicians. Others believe that creative artist should be funded by alternative sources. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
in many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. some people say an ageing population creates problemds for governments. other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. to what extend do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages.
Nowadays it is easy to apply for and be given a credit card. However, some people experience problems when they are not able to pay their debt back. In your opinion, do the advantages of credit cards outweigh the disadvageants?
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on 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
Some people believe that advertising is useful and informative. And some believe it provides false information in order to increase the price of products and services. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of healt and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the cause of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You experienced an incident on public transport that caused you distress. Write a letter to the managed of the public transport company. In your letter
Describe the incident
Explain how this incident affected you
Suggest what could be done about it
Some believe that the best way to reduce global warming is to increase the price of fuel, while others argue that other measures are more effective. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
n many countries , people are now living longer than ever before . Some people say an ageing poplulation creates problems for governments . Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people . To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing popiltion outweigh the disadvantages
Give your advice to your friend who is planning to move to a new city. In your letter
- Describe the different types of accommodation
- Give tips to find a good place to live
- Explain factors to your friend to consider when finding a place to live
Some people believe that the increasing number of vehiclesis one of the problems facing cities, while others believe that cities have bigge challenge . Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Your company is going to give a special training course for staff.
Your manager has asked you to find out if the local conference
centre has the right facilities to hold this course.
Write a letter to the manager of the conference centre. In your
letter:
● Give details about the course
● Describe what equipment you will need for the course
● Ask some further questions about the facilities at the
conference centre