General Training Writing Task 1
Your loval hospital has advertised for people to do unpaid work for helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time.
Write a letter to the hospital. In your lettr:
- Explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital
- say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do
- give detais of when you would be availble for this work
Write at least 150 words
It has been suggested that cars and public transport should be banned from city centres and only bicycles be allowed instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Obesity has been found to be a serious health hazards the world over, over the past few decades. What are the causes behind it and what are the effects of it on various section of the community?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement:" Advances in technology have made people happier than they were before."? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
The chart below shows the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much.
113.Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific reseach, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these view and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows the differences in wheat exports of three areas from 1985 to 1990. Write some sentences to describe the line graph.
the bar char below shows the percentage of households with access to the internet in three European countrues between 2007 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Interviews form the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
UIt is no longer necessary to use animals for food, clothing or medical research. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The right answer is not the main focus of scientists, but the right question. Explain what this statement means. Argue to the contrary. To what extent do you agree with this?
The line graph shows the numbers of participants for five different activities at one social center in Melbourne and Australia between 2000 and 2020.
The graph below shows the consumption of fish and some different kinds of meat in a European country between 1979 and 2004. Summarise the infomation by selecting and reporting the main features, and make compasions where relevant. Wirte at least 150 words.
Government should focus thier spending in public service rather than on arts such as music and painting. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The table displays consumption of water for three sectors in 4 particular nations. Overall, Egypt and Saudi allocated the highest percentage of usage of water in Agriculture while New Zealand and Canada exploit the most water in Industry sector. whereas, home irrigation accounted for the least water for the most countries given, except Canada. Regarding Egypt and Saudi, the consumption of water in Agriculture was the highest number with 82% and 64%, respectively. In addition, the percentage of water usage in Industry constituted 10% and 30%. Meanwhile, the minority of water utilization in home irrigation was below 10%, particularly 8% in Egypt and 6% in Saudi. Concerning to New Zealand and Canada, the majority of water in Industry witnessed in the most usage with 46% and 70%, respectively. Agriculture in New Zealand consumed 44% which was a bit lower than Industry in comparison, 10% was the figure which was seen in Canada, it was the lowest water in all of 3 sectors. However, the level of water in households in Canada was double in comparison with New Zealand with 20% and 10%.
Environmental protection is the responsibility of politicians, not individuals as individuals can do too little. To what extend do you agree or disgree?
In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the relationship between equality and personal achievements. Some people believe that individuals can achieve more in egalitarian societies. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having such a society? Discuss both views, and give your views.
The bar chart below illustrates the amount of changes in the share of international scholars among university graduates in diffrent Canadian provinces between 2001 and 2006.
The table given below provides information about the projected costings over the next 5 years in American dollars for three environmental projects for sustainable forestry. The pie chart illustrates the expected expenditure breakdown allocation for the first year as the projects are set up.
Government needs to spend money to encourage the development of sport and art for school students, rather than to support professional sports and art events. Do you agree or disagree?
Employers should ensure that there are equal numbers of males and females in managerial posts in company. What extend do you agree or disagree?
People today are spending more and more time at the office and less time at home. What are the reasons for this trend? What can be done to increase free time?
In many countries, too much money was spent by government and individuals on national celebration such as New Year and religious festivals. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sport team for two years, or two pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public. Write a letter to the company. In your letter describe the benefits of sponsoring the sport team. Summaries the benefits of paying for the concerts. And say how you think the company should spend the money.
Some People claims that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle ore of their waste?
In the future, nobody will buy printed books or newspapers because people will buy and read everything online without paying. to what extent do you agree?
Someone says that job satisfaction is more important than job security, but others disagree. Discuss both views and address which one do you agree.
With improvements in today's health care, society has to care for more and more elderly people. Do you feel that society will be able to cope with increase in number of elderly people today and how can it be managed? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table shows the proportions of pupils attending four secondary school types between 2000 and 2009.Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Minh Bui
You are planning to study abroad.
Write a letter of inquiry to
• give your brief personal information;
•ask for the terms of admission into that university
• ask for the possibility of getting a scholarship
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people believe that arts such as painting and music do not improve people’s lives and therefore government should not spend money on them. Instead the government should spend money on science and technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Nowdays the celebrities are more famous to their glamour and wealth then for their achevements, and this sets an example to young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, more and more foreign students are going to English-Speaking countries to learn the “international language – English". It is undoubtedly true that studying English in an English-speaking country is the best way, but it is not the only way to learn it.
Do you agree or disagree with the above statement.
In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the country side and not build new homes: what is your opinion about this
people who watch violent tv shows or movies are more likely to become criminals. How far do you agree or disagree?
Many people nowadays spend a large part of their free time using smartphones. What do you think are the reasons for this? Do you think is a positive or negative development?
Wa aa te Some people think that with combined effort on part of the government and society crime can be completely eradicated while others argue that this is completely hypothetical and that crime has always been present in societies even in ancient times. Which do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people argue that the best way to becom successful in life is to get a university education. Others disagree with it and reckon that nowadays it is no longer true. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
It is more important for schoolchildren to learn about:local history than world history. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Huy Tran
The number of cars keeps increasing, so road systems should be expended. Some people think the government should pay for it, while others think car owners should pay for it. What’s your opinion?
some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behaviour. others disagree and think that the host contry should welcome cultural differences. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Healthcare costs are increasing, and many governments are finding it difficult to balance their healthcare budget. Should citizens be responsible for their health with private health insurance, or should the government provide free healthcare for all? Discuss your viewpoint on this issue.
Some people believe that people behave differently when they wear different clothes, while others do not believe that clothes influence the way people behave. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
A friend of yours is coming to stay in your house for a week while you are away on holiday.
Write a letter to your friend to prepare them for their stay in your letter:
-- Give your friend information about the location of your house
-- Tell your friend what tasks you would like them to do each day
-- Explain what he/she can do and see in your area
Some people believe that healthcare should be free for all, while others argue that individuals should pay for their own medical costs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that children should receive formal training at schools on how to be a good parents in future. Do you agree or disagree with the statement
A college asked its graduates to give a speech to current students about their professional carrers and future opportunities you would like to participate write a letter and say.
what you want to talk about
why you think students will be interested in it
suggest a suitable date and time for your speech
The chart beiow shows the percentage of households in owned and rented accommodation in England and Wales between 1918 and 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
With a great variety of social networking websites, people often add complete strangers to their friend lists. Do you think that this tendency helps people to find new friends or is it just a mean to increase their self-esteem? Justify your opinion with relevant examples.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? One should never judge a person by external appearances. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.