An increasing number of people are choosing to change careers during their working lives and some even do so more than once. what reasons might people have to change careers? Do you think this is a positive or negative developemnet for society?
You would like to request time off from work for a family function.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
Give details of the event
Explain why you need time off
Suggest how your work could be managed during your absence
The chart below shows the value of one country's export in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category pf exports in 2016 comapred with 2015.
The graphs below compare the water levels of six cities in Australia during October 2009 and October 2010. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
The pie cahrt below shows the main reasons why agricultural land becomes less productive. The table shows how these causes affected three regions of the world during the 1990s. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You recently stayed in a hotel during a business trip. The service was not good and this affected your stay. You want to make a complaint. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In the letter: • Say what was wrong with the service at the hotel • Explain how it affected you during your stay • Suggest what action you would like to the hotel manager to take.
You recently stayed at a hotel during a holiday, but you were not satisfied with the service.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
Explain why you chose that hotel
Describe the problems you faced
Say what you expect the manager to do
The bar chart providés key information about 2002 to 2013 display global sales of the to five mobile phone brands. The units are measured in millions. Overall, it is clear from the graph that Samsung sales out perfom all competing companies during the period. In addition, both the Samsung and Nokia have seen steady growth over the years, whereas other startups have seen little change over the period. According to what is shown, the Samsung and Nokia during the period between 2009 and 2013, there was significant different in the sales rate. While in 2011 both companies witnessed a study change in their total sales ratio. Moreover, the graph shows that in 2013, Samsung's phone sales rose to a legendary level.in terms of Apple , LG and ZTE,theye are considered as startups also the bar chart shows that LG has the highest sales in 2009. While ZTE company has not change over the past years and has remined constant. Finally,Apple is considered to have achieved great results over the past years.
You are planning to visit another city and your friend knows some people who live there and
has suggested you contact them.
Write to these people. In your letter
• enquire about good restaurants suitable for a budget traveller
• enquire about places of interest to visit during your trip
• suggest that you meet during your stay
the table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbishetd. the charts show the result od surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with visit, during the same two period.
The chart bellow shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category or exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
It is becoming increasingly popular for people to tourist destinations during public holidays. What problems does this causes? What solutions are these to this problems.
Nowadays an increasing number of people are changing their careers during their working life period. what are the reasons behind this trend? it generally positive or negative trend?
The bar charts illustrate the average years of schooling, scientists and technicians per 1000 people and also the participation levels in research and development in developing and industrialised countries during 1980 and 1990.
The charts below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the value of one country's export in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
You are planning a business trip to another city. You will have some free time to do some sight seeing while you are there.
Write a letter to a friend who lives in the city you will visit. In your letter
explain the purpose of the trip
ask about things to do and see in the city
invite your friend to do something with you during your visit
These days, people work in more than one job and often change carrier several times during their life. what are the advantages and disadvantages of this.
During a recent plane jurney, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurant.You talked to him and suggested that you should cantact him about a possible job in one of his restourants.
● remind him when and where you met
● tell him what kind of job you are interested in
● say why you think you would be suitable for the job
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 and 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 comparison where relevant.
You work for an international company and you need some time off to attend a family celebration.
Write a letter to the company's manager. In your letter:
• give details of the celebration
• explain the reason why you need time off
• suggest a way to have your work done during that time.
In some countries, the government has tried to reduce traffic. For instance, they imposed a congestion tax during rush hour. Do you think this development is positive or negative?
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the results of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same to periods. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You often visit a local music studio to practice singing and record audio. Recently, you received an email from the studio manager.
Write a short letter to the manager
In your letter:
Say how you feel about the closure
Suggest what the studio should do during the closure
You have seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the Director of the Museum. In your letter,
• Introduce yourself
• Explain what experience and special skills you have
• Explain why you are interested in the job
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows – Dear Sir/Madam,
Most people have forgotten the meaning behind traditional orreligious festivals; during festival periods, people nowadays onlywant to enjoy themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagreewith this opinion?
Your friend from overseas is coming to visit you next month.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
tell them what they need to bring
tell them what they will be doing during the time they are visiting
warn them about some things that might be challenging
These days, people often work in more than one job and change careers several times during their lives. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
You borrowed an important textbook during the last term from a classmate. You now realize your classmate has returned home overseas and you still have the book.
Write a letter to him/her.
• apologize for the mistake
• find out how important the book is to him/her
• say what you will do
Many working people get little or no exercise either during the working day or in their free time, and have health problems as a result. Why do many working people not get enough exercise? What can be done about this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is better for university students to live away from home during their university studies rather than staying with their parents. To what extent do you agree or. My inclinations partially line with this thought that students must stay away from home during university studies.
The line graph compares the income gap between men and women in five countries during the period of 1978-2008
You recently stayed at a hotel during your vacation. However, you were not satisfied with some of the services provided.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
•explain why you chose to stay at the hotel
•describe the problems you faced during your stay
•say what you would like the manager to do about it
The graphs shows average mothly change in the prices of three metals during 2014
The pin chart below shows the main reasons why agricultural land becomes less productive. The table shows how these causes affected three regions of the world during the 1990s.
Some people believe that touristsdo not learn anything during their holidays, while others believe that they learn a lot. Discuss both sides .
The bar chart below shows the number of people who visited different museums in London during different months in 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
During the 20th century, contact between different parts from the world has developed rapidly thanks to air travel and telecommunication. To what extent do you agree that societies benefit from the increased contact and closer relationships with foreigners brought by international?
Some people believe that government should take care of old people and provide financial support after they retire. Others say individual should save during their working years to fund their own retirement. What is your opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include example from your own experience.
the chart below shows the value of one country's export in various categories during 2015 and 2016. the table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summrarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
There remains a controversy whether it is advisable for youngsters to perform voluntary tasks during their spare time. I am in all agreement that this will be advantageous for both students’ self-development as well as social living standards.
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied thay were with their visit, during the same two periods.
The tables give information about the temperatures and hours of daylight in London and Sydney during the same weekend in December 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other countries students attend university in another city. Do you think the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages?
In many countries, women are allowed to take maternity leave during the first month after the birth of the new-born. Do you think the advantages of maternity leave outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 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 comparisons where relevant.
Some employers want to be able to contact their staff at all times, even during the holidays. Does this development have more advantages than disadvantages?p
You have been invited to attend an interview for a place studying a course in a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot come at the time they wish.
Write a letter to the admissions tutor:
•explain your position
•apologies and offer to come on another day or later the same day.
•ask how long the interview will be and whether there will be any tests during it.
You do NOT need to write your own address.
You should write at least 150 words.
Your Australian friend is thinking about making a short visit to your country, and intends to visit a particular tourist attraction during his/her stay. However, you feel that it would be better for your friend to visit a different tourist attraction.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
recommend a good time for your friend to visit your country
say why it would be better to visit a different tourist attraction
suggest that you and your friend meet
Some people believe that tourists do not learn anything during their holidays, while others believe that they learn a lot. Discuss both views and give your opinion.