The international tech company has placed an advertisement for the web developer in your local newspaper.
Write a letter applying for the position. In your letter,
1. explain what you are currently doing.
2. describe why you are suitable for this job.
3. explain when you are available to start.
You should write at least 150 words.
Many people are opting to buy second handed products instead of new ones. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experiences.
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their product are new in some way. Whay is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
More and more business meeting and business training have taken place on the internet. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages
The maps below show the centre of a small town called Lsilp as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevent.
More and more people buy a wide range of household goods like television,microwave open and rice cooker. Do you think this is positive or negative development ?
Many highschool graduates tend to take a gap year. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Nowadays both scientists and tourists can go to remote natural environments such asthe South Pole. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
People nowadays prefer to interact online (e.g. do shopping, chat with friends) rather than talking to other people face-to-face. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
In some countries it is illegal to refuse people applying for jobs because of their age. Is it a positive or a negative development, in your opinion?
Fossil fuels coal oil and natural gases are the main sources in many countries but some countries the use of alternative sources of energy wind energy solar energy are encouraged. to what extent do you think it is a positive or negative development.
Developing countries require international organisations' help. Some people prefer financial aid while others think pracrical aid and advice are better. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child’s development while others think that important for children to go to school. Discuss the advantages of both methods and give your own opinion. Give a reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge & experience.
In recent time economic growth has made some people richer in both developed and developing countries. While studies show that people in developing countries are happier now than before, people in developed countries are no happier than they were before. Why do you think this is and what lessons can be learned from it?
Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make?. Has this become a positive or negative development? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Young people are now spending more and more time and money following fashion trends. What is your opinion? Is this a postive or negative development?
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to larg shopping centers or malls to do their shopping . Is this a positive or a negative development?
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternatives medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think it is a negative or positive development?
In many developing countries, there are major problems with the quality of air and water from both industry and construction. What problems has this created? What solutions could be provided to prevent this?
Some people support modern developments in agriculture such as factory farming and creation of new types of fruits and vegetables. However, other people oppose this view. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Some people argue that holding sporting events is beneficial to countries' development. However, other people hold the opposite opinion. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Some parents think television programmes are good for a child’s development. Some parents disagree. What is your opinion?
The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year. Summarize the information be selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison were relevant
Medical science has greatly lengthened the average lifespan for most people. Some think this is a positive development while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
In many countries, shopping is one of the most popular types of leisure activity. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people think that the amount of money spent on libraries is a waste as new technologies are developing and replacing library functions. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays many people prefer to shop in supermarket rather than small shops or local markets? Is this positive or negative for development? Discuss and give your opinion.
The plan below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopmet next year. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting themain features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Today more people are waiting until their thirty to get married and have children. Is it a positive or negative development?
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, and make comparisions where relevant.
Nowadays, it is possible to move ocean creatures from their natural habitat at sea and have them relocated in amusement parks for the purpose of people’s recreation. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Explain your reasons and support them with specific examples.
Today, people in many countries can live and work anywhere they choose, because of improved communication technology and transport. Do the advantages of this development outweight the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your on knowledge or experience
In many counteries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this a positive or negative development?
An increasing number of developing An increasing number of developing countries are expanding their tourist industry. Why do you think it is the case? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
The maps below show the development of George town between 1990 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparisons where relevant.
The future maps below show an industrial area in the twon of Norbiton, and planned future development of the site.
Most countries want to improve the standard of living through economic development, however, others think social value is lost as a result. Do you think the advantages of economic development outweigh the disadvantages?
More and more tasks we do at home and at work these days are done by robots. Is this a positive or negative development? Thao
In many countries, the number of people choosing to live alone is increasing. What are the causes of this trend? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society. Suggest some measure that could be taken to reduce the impact of aging populations. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Scientists believe that computers will become more intelligent than human beings. Some say it is a positive development while others say it is a negative development. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays animal experiments are widely used to develop new medicines and to test the safety of other products. Some people argue that these experiements should be banned because it is morally wrong to cause animals to suffer, while others are in favour of them because of their benefits to humanity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
More and more tasks we do at home and at work these days are done by robots. Is this a positive or negative development?
In many developing countries, there is an increasing movement of workers from rural areas into cities. Why do you think this happen? What problems can this cause.
Many people today change their career paths multiple times throughout their lives. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples.
Self- practice 27/11 : Some countries achieve international sports by building specialised facilities to train top athletes, instead of providing sports facilities that everyone can use. Do you think this is positive or negative development? Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It's been seen that reading for pleasure develops imaginations and better language skills than to watch TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
.Some people think that robots are very important for humans' future development. Others, however, think that robots are dangerous inventions that could have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that economic development is necessary to reduce poverty in the world. Others say that economic growth should be stopped as it damages the environment. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade*-labelled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. *Fairtrade: a category of products for which farmers from developing countries have been paid an officially agreed fair price.