You borrowed an item from a friend. While it was in your possession, it got damaged. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• thank your friend for lending the item to you
• explain how it got damaged
• tell your friend what you plan to do about it
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear…….
In some countries owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why is this the case? Do yo think this is a positive or a negative situation.
Everybody should be allowed admission to university study programs1 regardless o f their level o f academic ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write an essay of about 250 words to answer the following questions. Give reasons and include any relevant examples to support your answer. Too much emphasis is placed on testing these days. The need to prepare for tests and examinations is a restriction on teachers and also exerts unnecessary pressure on young learners. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter:
•describe what the problem with the changing rooms is
•say what happened the last times you complained
• explain what you want the manager to do.
In many countries, people watch many foreign made television programs and Internet videos. The dominance of imported entertainment is harmful to the cultures of these countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and natural gas, are the main source for many countries. However, some nations are using alternatie energy such as solar power and wind power. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
It is often thought that the increase in juvenile crime can be attributed to violence in the media. What do you think is the reason for the growth in juvenile crime? What are some solutions?
A man called Pete who is friend of friend, is planning to visit town.
Write a letter to Pete. In your letter
introduce yourself
suggest somethings to do in your town
mention one thing you would not recommend
Many small business are being forced to close because they are unable compete with multinational corporation? what problems does this cause and how can problems be solved?
In many countries, women join the army as men do. However, some people argue that the army solely needs males. What is your opinion?
Some of today's schools insist that all students have their own laptop computer in class to assist in their education. Do you feel that this would be an advantage to students' education or would it be an unnecessary complication?
You have a suggestion for a park near your apartment building.
Write a letter to your city's council board. In your letter:
Describe who you are and what your suggestion is
Explain why you think this suggestion will improve the park
Detail when you would like to see this suggestion in action
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Recent advances in medical science have resulted in increased life expectancy over the past few years. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
A “cashless society” is one where people use debit/credit cards and other forms of payment. Do the advantages of a cashless society outweigh the disadvantages?
in spite of the advantages made in agriculture,many people around the world still go hungry. why id this the case? what can be done about this problem?
Some people believe that they should keep all their income to themselves and should not pay taxes to the states. Do you agree or disagree with the statement.
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What sort of punishment should parents and school use to teach good behavior?
Professional sportsmen and sportswomen and professional entertainers can often command enormous salaries today and this situation reflects society’s dependence on being entertained. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
5.A.More people are traveling today than ever before. Why do you think this is? What are the benefits of traveling for travelers?
Do you agree or disagree? People spend too much time doing things they enjoy rather than things they should do
You have lost an item of value on a train. Write a letter to the railway company.
In your letter:
•describe the item
•explain where and when you left it
•say what action you would like the company to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The best way to increase road safety is to make car drivers retake their driving test every year. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, a large amount of advertising is aimed at children. Some people think it is negative for children and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that if children behave badly, their parents should accept responsibility and also be punished for the behavior of their children. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Traditional food is undergoing great changes and is being replaced by new diet. What do you think are the reasons and what do you think about this phenomenon?
It is better to buy just fex expensie clothes, rather than lots of cheaper clothes. Do you agree or disagree?
some people believe that there should be ristriction on some dangerous sports while other believe ther should be a freed do any activity or sport. discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Many believe that climate change is the most serious issue facing humanity, while others think it is over-exaggerated. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
“Nowadays children are undisciplined because their parents are busy with their career.” To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What could parents do to build a sense of discipline among children?
n the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
Although family has a great influence on children's life, it is influences from ourside the hom that play a bigger part in their development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think parents should focus on children’s physical health, and helping them with mental health is unnecessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
“Do you think extra-curricular activities are important in a student’s life?” Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Do you agree or disagree the following statement? Technology has made children less creative than they were in the past Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Many people belive that schools should teach children to become good citizens and workers rather than independent individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion and relevant examples.
In some cities, the government has tried to reduce traffic. For instance, they imposed a congestion tax during rush hours. Do you think this development is positive or negative?
Some people decide to start their own business instead of working for a company or organization. Do the advantages for people working for their own business outweigh the disadvantages? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The office you work in does not have any cafeteria for staff. Write a letter to your manager to
request setting up a cafeteria for the staff. [F]
In your letter, you should mention
what you heard about the inconvenience from the staff
how you feel about it
what suggestions you have about setting up a cafeteria
Nowadays a lot of offices employ open space designs instead of separate rooms for work. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early stage. Punishment is necessary to learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Parents should set punishments in some ways if their children break the law. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days more and more people are going to other counties for significant period of time either to find a job or study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country. Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The ability to maintain friendships with a small number of people over a long period of time is more important for happiness than the ability to make many new friends easily. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some schools start teaching a foreign language in primary school. Do the advantages of teaching foreign languages to young children outweigh its disadvantages?
Nowadays, more people are migrating to other countries than ever before. In order to become integrated into society in their adopted countries, immigrants should abandon their old ways and adapt to local custom and codes of behavior. Do you agree or disagree ?
With an increasing percentage of the population communicating via the internet and text messaging, face to face communication will become a thing of the past. To what extent do you agree?
Some working parents believe children centers can provide the best care for children, while others think family members like grandparents can do it better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Improvement in health, education, science and trade are essential for the development of poorer nations however the government or richer nations should take responsibility for helping the poor nations. Do you agree or disagree?
Human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species. Some people think it is too late to do anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures can be taken to improvw this situation. Discuss both view and give our opinion.