The graph below shows the quantities of goods transport in the Uk between 1974 and 2002 by four different modes of transport. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and makecomparisons where relevant.
Some people say that economic growth is the only way to end hunger and poverty, while others say that economic growth is damaging the enviroment so it must be stopped. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The pie chart below shows the main reasons why agriculture land becomes less productive. The table shows the causes affected three regions of the world during the 1990s.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the mian features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The first chart below shows the number of airline crew (pilots, stewards etc) needed to fly a passenger plane between Australia and a number of other countries. The second chart shows the number of passenger complaints per plane journey made on these routes, and average kilogram (kg) weight of luggage (or baggage) carried per passenger.
News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to write in
newspapers. What factors influence these decisions? Do you think we
become used to bad news? Should more good news be reported?
You lost an item while traveling on a bus. An employee of the bus company assisted you in recovering your lost item. Write a letter to the company manager to thank the employee.
In your letter
•describe what you lost and why it was important to you
•how the employee helped you find it
•and explain how you felt after recovering it.
Some people believe that it is more important to teach secondary/high school students literature of their own country, while others think that it is more important to study literature from all over the world. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Although nowadays many people have access to sports facilities, modern lifestyles are becoming less and less active.
What problems are associated with this?
How can people be persuaded to have a more active lifestyle?
It has been said that world is becoming a global village in which there are no boundaries to trade and communication. Some believe that this is a postive development, while others say that this would bring certain harms to cultures. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Many people say that we have developed into a “throw-away” culture, because we are filling up our environment with so many plastic bags and rubbish that we cannot fully dispose of. To what extent do you agree with this opinion and what measures can you recommend reducing this problem ?
You are Dimitar Borisov/Elena Borisova. You stayed at a holiday resort recommended by your travel agent. However, you did not enjoy your stay due to a number of difficulties. Write a formal letter complaining about the service the hotel offers.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did
at university. He/She has asked for your advice about studying this subject.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• give details of the course you took at the university
• explain why you recommend the university
• give some advice about how to apply
These days, fooddays, food travels long distances before reaching consumers, and it is therefore
believed that consuming locally grown food would bring about a number of economic
and environmental benefits. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages ?
The bar chart below illustrates five different industries’ percentage share of Brazil's economy in 2009 and 2019 with a forecast for 2029
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays shopping has become a new favourite pastime for young people. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to encourage young people to develop other hobbies?
Some people think that consumerism can boost the economy and create business and jobs. Others consider that society becomes a ‘throw-away society’ producing unnecessary waste. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think secondary school (high school) students should study academic subjects. Others think students should study practical skills (car machines, cookery). Discussion both view and give opinion.
Countries are becoming more similar because people are able to buy the same
product anywhere in the world.
Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think that couples should live togrther before getting married to start knowing each other better and see if they are compatible. Others say that because of this tendency people become immoral and only deep emotional attachment makes a durable alliance.
What is your opinion?
The invention of the Smartphone marks a crucial turning point in innovation, becoming the most necessary item on everyone’s list. Today, it is rare to see a person without one, constantly entering data and searching for information. However, while it is a social milestone, the Smartphone is also responsible for a changing culture. Please share your perspectives on this topic and discuss your views on the subject from both a personal and professional perspective
The Table Shows the Proportion of Pupils Attending Four Secondary School Types Between 2000 and 2009. Summarise the Information by Selecting and Reporting the Main Points and Give Comparisons Where Relevant.
In some countries, secondary school aims to provide a general education across a range of subjects. In others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. Which do you think is appropriate in today’s world?
Some people believe that the only purpose for anyone to learn a second language is to travel or work abroad. Others argue that this is not the only purpose why someone needs to learn a second language.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinions.
Crime is becoming a serious concern. Some believe that more action should be taken to prevent crime. While others feel that little action can be done to stop crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Online education is becoming increasingly popular. Many students are choosing to study online instead of face-to face education. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this new approach?
Your friend has written to you asking for your advice on his/her parents who will be visiting your area. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter, you should:
Suggest the places they can visit
Recommend a place where they can stay
Offer to do something with them.
Nowadays, most countries can improve the standard of living through economic development, but some social values are lost as a result.
Do you think the advantages of this phenomenon outweigh the disadvantages?
Many people think that to become a sucessful specialist it is better to choose a career early in life and never change it later.
to what extend do you agree with this view
support your opinion with relevant examples.
Some people today believe that the world's increase in population is unsustainable and will eventually lead to a global crisis.Other people believe that world population is necessary and beneficial as it creates the growth of the world's economy and society. Discuss both views and give your option.
Some people claim that technology products have too short a lifespan and become redundant after just a few years. They say that the only way to increase product longevity is for governments to make legal requirements. To what extent do you think laws are needed to increase a technological product's life ?
A friend is coming to your country to work for six months.
Write a letter to your friend. In the letter, give
*a suggestion of a city to live in
*recommendations on jobs your friend could do
*advice on places where your friend can meet locals
Write at least 150 words.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ____,
A neighbour has damaged your automobile while parking his/her car in the lane in front of your house. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter: explain why you’re writing describe the damage to your car and express your feelings about it recommend what steps he/she should take to resolve the situation.
International MARKETING IS SOME TIME SEEN AS INVASIVE AND AN INTRUSION INTO THE COUNTRY IN QUESTION. Other argue that it is necessary and economical form of education. in addition to spreading ideas, language and culture. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Online education is becoming more popular. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. Dinosaurs, dodos …) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening.
Do you agree or disagree?
International travel is becoming cheaper, and more and more countries open their door and with more and more tourists. Do the advantages of increased tourism outweigh its disadvantages?
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world.
Do you think this is positive or negative development?h
The importance of biodiversity is being more widely recognised as increasing numbers of species come under threat.
What can be done to maintain biodiversity?
Give reasons and relevant examples for your answer
Some experts belive that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at a primary school rather than secondary school.
Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages.
Nowadays, more and more people are moving from the countryside to cities, which are becoming overcrowded.
What are the reasons for this movement to cities and what can be done to reduce it?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.
Online education is becoming more and more popular. Some people claim that e-learning has so many benefits that it will replace face-to-face education soon. Others say that traditional education is irreplaceable. Discuss both views and give your opinion. ( traditional methods of teaching versus the modern ones
Most countries want to improve 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?
You are supposed to submit a history project by 11th November. However, your sister is getting married in Hawaii at the same time. You would like an extension on the due date for submitting the project. Write to your professor. In your letter: explain the situation, remind the professor of your excellent academic record to date, ask for an extension of the due date.
Many aspects of culture and people's lifestyle are becoming increasingly similar throughout the world. Although this trend has some benefits, I would agree that the disadvantages are more noteworthy.
We are becoming increasingly dependent on computer-based technology. How do you think this will change in the future? Is it good for us to rely so much on computers?
Many people say that we have developed into a 'throw away' culture, because we are filling up our environment with so many plastic bags and rubbish that we cannot fully dispose of. To what extent do you agree with this opinion and what measures can you recommend.
It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to university . what arethe advantages and disadvantages of this?
Some people say that online couses are becoming more amd more popular and offlines courses are less important. While others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some country, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out the history of the house and building they live in.
What are the reasons for this?
How can people research this?
Climate change is a big environmental problem that has become critical in last couple of decades. Some people claim that humans should stop burning fossil fuels and use only alternative energy resource, such as wind and solar power. Others say that oil, gas and coal are essential for many industries, and not using them will lead to economic collapse. What is your opinion?
Support your point of view with relevant examples.