In some companies a typical working week has been reduced from 40 to 30 hours. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
The map below shows the development of the village of Rye mouth between 1995 and present. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Instructions to follow • • Write atleast 150 words
Some people think the only purpose of prison is to punish crime. Others think it has other functions. Discuss the two views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the amount of leisure time enjoyed by men and women of dif erent employment status.
Some believe that it is good for a country's culture to import films and TV programs, while others think it is better for a Country to have their own films and TV programmes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think sports are important for society, while others believe they should be taken as leisure activities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Some people think that the media (newspapers) have the right to publish details of people’s private life, while other’s think it should be controlled ? Discuss both views
Media nd news show crimes and news which case fear and provoke culprit.Some people think that crime news on tv should not be broadcasted. To wat extent do you agree or disagree.
the internet will bring about a new freedom of information and so narrow the technology gap between developed and developing countries. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
The maps below show one part of a small town called Springsby as it is now, and plans for how it might be developed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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?
Some people believe that after a child enters school their children will have more influence than their parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries most people prefer to rent their houses rather than buy their house.What are the advantages and disadvantages of renting a home
The graph below shows the changes in the birth rates for women in 6 different age groups in the UK from 1973 to 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that children are given 100 much free time. They feel har this time should be used to do more school work How do you think children should spend their free time? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience,
A great number of people strongly claim that children of families who reach the age of 18should be required to leave the family and live independently. To what extend do you agree or disagree. Support your position with examples
The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. (KLL)
Some people think that range of technology currently available is increasing gap between rich and poor people. Others think that it is causing the opposite effect. Discuss both views and give ur opinion.
The two maps below show a park in Canada before and after a renovation project.
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…….
You stayed at your friends’ house when you participated in a business seminar in New Zealand. You left a file with important documents in your room. Write a letter to your friend, describing the file and ask him/her to return it to you by post.
The graph compares the GDP per capita, cost of a Toyota Camry and approximate length of time it takes for 1 citizen to purchase that mode of transport in eight Asian countries.
The map shows the plan of a library in 2001 and 2009. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Describe a story from a book or film that you enjoyed. You should say: where you read/saw/etc. it when you read/saw/etc. it what the story was about and explain why you enjoyed it.
We live in a world in which we are constantly exposed to advertising. To what extent does advertising influence our choices as consumers, and what effect does it have on our lifestyles? Discuss this issue and give your opinion.
The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in Netherland between 2001 and 2006. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Large chain stores are taking over the marketplace in many places, making it impossible for small businesses to compete. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this situation?
Many feel that students today should learn Pratical skills at school such as car maintenance and managing a bank account. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
You are taking a course at a local college. The deadline for your project was last week but you haven't finished it. Write a letter to your lecturer. In your letter
ointroduce yourself
oexplain why you haven't handed in the project yet
orequest more time to do it.
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write a letter to a friend to inform him/her about a job opening in your company. Describe the job;
1) write about the job.
2) How is it suitable for your friend?
3) How to apply for the job.
The chart below shows the number of passengers who used public transport in Somewhere town from 2012 to 2015
You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own.Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club.In your letter.
•introduce yourself
•say why you are interested this sports club
•ask some questions about the club facilities, members,costs
A close relative of yours is having a birthday lunch next Friday, but you know you will be working. Write a letter to your boss or supervisor to ask for some time off.
In your letter,
explain the situation and why you particularly want to attend the lunch
specify the dates, times and amount of time off you will need
offer to work late or come in early another time to make up for the time.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr. Jones / Dear Mrs. Jones,...
The table below shows social and economic indicators for four countries in 1994, according to United Nations statistics. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
More and more people are suffering from health problems caused by a modern life style which can not be treated by modern medicines. Some people think that a return to traditional medicines should be encouraged. To what extend do you agree ?
Interviews form the basic selecting criterion for most large companies. However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people thought that children have to do homework in their free time. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that globalization is harming people more, rather than doing good. However, some others argue for the opposite. Do the advantages of globalization outweigh disadvantages? write the answer
In some areas of the USA, a ‘curfew’ is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this?
Some believe that people today have no interest in maintaining the traditional culture of their country or region. Others believe that it is still important to people that we preserve a traditional way of life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. (Band 6)
In the furture, nobody will buy printed newspaper or books because they will be able to read everything online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with it?
Some people think professionals should be required to work in the country where they trained. Some people think they should be free to go anywhere. Discuss both views and give your stance.
Some people believe that it’s appropriate for children to learn a foreign language in primary school. Does the advantage of this outweigh its disadvantage?
The graph below gives information about the number of estimated cars from 2020 to 2035.
In many countries, the use of plastic bags and packaging has become a major environmental issue. Some people believe that governments should impose strict regulations to reduce plastic consumption, while others think individuals should take responsibility for reducing their own plastic use. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the best way to find accurate information is to use the internet. Do you agree or disagree?
A company has announced that it wishes to build a large factory near uour community. Discuss the advantages of this influence on your community. Do you support or oppose the factory. Explain your position.
Many local languages today are dying out due to the rise of languages like English. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that younger generations can learn a lot about how to be good members of society from older generations. Others think it is better for younger people to get advice on how to be a good citizen from their peers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.