The graph below shows the number of tourist a particular Caribbean island between 2010 and 2017. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Some people consider playing sports is beneficial for schoolchildren. Some, however, believe sport activities also have some drawbacks. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of children playing sports.
Consumers are faced with increasing numbers of advertisements from competing companies. To what extent do you think are consumers influenced by advertisements? What measures can be taken to protect them?
Although glabalisation can be positive for some nations' economies, the negative impact on local communities should not be ignored. Do you agree or disagree?
The diagrams give information about changes in a student accommodation. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
➢ The graph gives information about the age of the population of Iceland between 1990 and 2020. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the percentage of water in UK rivers that was classified as having good chemical quality between 1990 and 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
international funds should be used to develop basic infra stuctre,do you agree or disagree
Some people believe that the violence shown in movies and video games has a damaging effect on society. While others believe that these don’t have an influence on people’s behaviour. What is your opinion?
In some countries, it is illegal for companies to reject job applicants for their age. Is this a positive or negative development？
Many people today work long hours, leaving them with little time for leisure activities. Why ia this happened? What problem does it cause?
Do you think design of buildings have positive or negative impact. Which way it can effect on work and live?
The pie charts show the result of survey of children’s activities. The first graph shows the cultural and leisure activities that boys participate in, whereas the second graph shows the activities in which the girls participate
These days Internet –based courses have become a popular alternative to University – based courses. Some students prefer this type of learning because they do not need to attend lectures. Others argue that it is important to study at university.
Discuss both these views and give your opinion
The table below presents the food consumption per person weekly in a European country in 1992, 2002 and 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The two maps below show an Olympic and Paralympic village in 200 and the same village today. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You are having a party and want to invite your friend from a different city.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Describe why you are having the party
Give directions on how to get to the venue
Suggest how you can accommodate him/he
The chart below shows the number (thousands) of four kinds of students in the UK in 1990, 1998 and 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 amd 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make compparisons where relevent.
In some countries today, there is an attitude that ‘anyone can do it’ in the arts- music, literature, acting, art, etc. As a result, people with no talent become rich and famous and genuine talent is not valued or appreciated. Do you agree or disagree?
You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently, you moved into a new neighborhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed that people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the change rooms. Write to Mr Koto, the manager. In your letter:
•explain who you are
•describe the problem exactly
•make suggestions to improve the gym
Question 3 The maps below show Huntingdon as it is now, and how it will change in the future. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some educational systems make students study specialised subjects while others require students to study a wide range. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Many developing countries are given aid from international organizations to help them in their development plans. Some people argue that financial aid is important but others suggest that practical aid and service are more important. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Giving detailed descriptions of crime by newspapers and television, someone says it could make bad consequence; this kind of media should be restricted. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
People’s shopping habits depend more on the age group they belong to than any other factor. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that it is necessary to possess talent to become a successful sportsperson. Others, however, believe that hard work and practice are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
the graph below shows the percentages of people in different age groups to the gym at least once a month in Europe from 1998 to 2018 and the projection
Employers now tend to prefer employees with good social skills in addition to good qualifications. In fact, social skills are getting more and more important compared to qualifications. Do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the number of library books read by boys and girls at Starmouth School from 2006 to the present. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, make comparasions where relevant.
Topic: the chart and table below give information about tourists at a particular holiday resort in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant
In some countries around the world, men and women tend to have their children later in life. Why is this happening? What are the effects on society and family life?
(From Cambridge IELTS Book 4, test 3) The chart below shows the different levels of post-school qualifications in Australia and the proportion of men and women who held them in 1999. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unstaisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situtations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Afriend has agreed to look after house and pet while you are on holiday. write a letter to your friend:
In your letter:
give contact details for when you are away
give instructions about how to care for your pet
describe other household duties you would like your friend to undertake
Some people believe that globalization has a positive impact on economic development and cultural exchange. However, others argue that it leads to the erosion of local cultures and widening income inequalities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to the local council. The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours. In your letter
• describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
• explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
• suggest what should be done about the problem
Some people believe that success in sports depends on physical ability, while others believe that there are more important factors associated with success in sports. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion
The Diagram Below shows the process for recycling plastic bottles Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Some people think that modern technology has enhanced sociable behaviour, but others think it has reduced social interaction. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write a letter to an electronic company requesting information about their latest model of digital camera you have seen advertised. Ask about the following items
The price and availability of the new camera
The exact size and special functions the set have
Some people say that it is possivle to tell a lot about a person's culture and character from their choice of clothes. Do you agree or disagree?
To meet the grow need for food to support an increasing population, a country should make use of edible insects as a food source. However, some people believe that insects are not only unhealthy but harvesting them will also negatively affect nature. What are the benefits and drawbacks of eating insects?
The plan below show a school in 1985 and the school now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
There is an increasing amount of advertising directed at children, which encourages them to buy goods suchastoysandsnacks. Many parents are worried that these advertisements put too much pressure on children, while some advertisers claim that they provide useful information to children. Discuss both views and giveyouropinion
The maps below show the changes that took place at the seaside resort of Templeton between 2000 and 2013. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In today’s job market it is far more important to have practical skills than theoretical knowledge. In the future, job applicants may not need any formal qualifications. To what extend do you agree or disagree
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 the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. -> topic: traffic, transport Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the expenditure of two countries on consumer goods in 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting main features, and make comparison where necessary.
Social media is having a negative impact on people's lives nowadays. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Support your answer with reasons and examples.