Some people say that advertisement targeting children may have negative effects on them, and suggest banning such advertisement as a solution. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people believe that online education is a convenient and effective alternative to traditional classroom learning, while others argue that it lacks important aspects of face-to-face interaction. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, traditional values are increasingly eroded as societies embrace modernization and globalization. Some argue that this shift is beneficial, bringing about progress and improved living standards. Others, however, contend that it threatens the cultural fabric of communities and leads to the loss of important societal norms. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The two maps below show an island, before and after the construction of some tourist facilities. Summarise the infomation by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries, most people prefer to rent a house rather than buy their houses. What are the advantages and disadvantages of renting a home?
Some people think that the high taxes on cigarettes and restrictions on smoking in public are beneficial to public health. Others, however, believe that these measures limit people's freedom of choice. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The maps illustrate a land area before and after a hydroelectric dam was built
Some people say it is acceptable to use animals for our benefit, others say it is wrong to exploit them. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
Ensuring that children have regular physical exercise should be the responsibility of parents and therefore students should not waste valuable school time having sports lessons as part of the curriculum. To what extent do you agree?
Some employers reward members of staff for their exceptional Contribution to the company by giving them extra money. This practice can act as an incentive for some but may also have a negative impact on the others. To what extent is this type of management effective ? Are there better ways to encourage employees to work hard?
Because many problems we face today affect our whole planet, good relationships between countries are becoming more important than ever before. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Most people today prefer to socialize online ratherthan spending time with their friends in local community. Do advantages outweigh it's disadvantages.
Some people believe that teenagers should prefer on all school subjects to the subject that they are best at or that they find the most interest. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
University students should pay the full cost for their own study because a university education benefits individuals rather than society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have just returned home after living with a family in an English-speaking country for six months.
You now realise that you left a small bag of personal possessions in your room.
Write to the family describing the things you left behind. Ask them to send some or all of them to you. Offer to cover the costs.
Government should apply tax on unhealthy food to inspire people to eat healthy food which is beneficial for their health. Do you agree or disagree
A museum near your house is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for voluntary/unpaid work in your letter:
Explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
Describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
Give details of when you would be available for work.
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Atlantic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
Some people prefer to travel in their own country when they have some time off. Others think that it is better to take a trip to a foreign country. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons to support your choice.
Scientific and technological advances bring benefits to our life. However, most scientists are no longer able to find the solutions to the problems they have created. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study science as a subject. What are the causes? And what will be the effects on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
Grandparents play a big role in bringing up the children. Do you think it is useful for grandparents? Discuss reasons with your opinion and give relevant examples.
Some people think that robots are important for human's development. Other's think that robots have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think studying from the past offers no benefits to today’s life, while others believe history is a valuable source of information for us. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In thefuture all cars buses and trucks will be driverless. the only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passenger. do you think the davantages of drivereless vehicle outweigh the disadvantages.
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of the television , radio and books as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the mos effective
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary work.
In your letter
•Explain why you want to do voluntary work at the museum.
•Describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful.
•Gives details of when you would be available for work.
The two pie charts provide comparison of what Canada population preffered to acquire in the Internet market in 2005 and 2010.
Transport preference among young people The bar chart below shows transport preferences among young people in four countries in a single year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A large copmany In your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sports team foe two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. it has asked for feedback from the general pubilc.
Write a letter to the company.in your letter :
- describe the benefites of sponsoring the sports team
- summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts
- say how you think the company should spend money
Testing is a difficult issue. Some think coursework and continuous assessment is best, others prefer the traditional closed examination, while some like online testing. Which way is preferable in your opinion?
Some people think it w more effective for students to study in grou while others believe that it is better for them to study alone.Discuss both views and give your opinion
It will be more effect full for improve the deftly on our own road is to have a stricter punishment for driver who driving carelessly . Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays young people watch too much violent programs and are exposed to a great deal of negative news. Some people fear that this may have negative effects on young people and the society they live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people enjoy the excitement of city life. Other people prefer the peace of small-town living. Would you rather live in a big city or a small town? Why? Use specific examples to support your preference.
Longer line spans and improvements in the health of older people suggest that people over the age of sixty-five can continue to live full and active lives. In what ways can society benefit from the contribution that older people can make? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, prison is the most common solution to the problem of crime. However, a more effective way is to provide people with better education so that they cannot become criminals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write a letter to your employe. In your letter:
Remind your employer what the course was about
Explain why the course was useful to you in your work
Suggest why the course may not be suitable for some of your other colleagues
In many countries, financial crime involving indentity theft is increasing. What are the causes of this trend, and what effect does identity thefts have on the victims involved ?
The percentage of overweight children in western countries has increased by almost 20% in the last ten years. Discuss the possible causes and effects of this disturbing trend and offer a solution.
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co- operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You live in a room in college which you share with another student.
However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it
very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter
•describe the situation
•explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
• say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. •comics •books •radio •television •film •theatre
You recently ate at a restaurant. When you got home, you realized you had left your
jacket behind.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter,
• explain how and when you lost your jacket
• describe your jacket
• say what you would like the manager to do to help you find it
Some claim that studying abroad has greater benefit than studying in one’s home country? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/ unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntarylunpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntarylunpaid work. In your letter
• explain why you want to do voluntarylunpaid work at the museum
• describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
⚫ give details of when you would be available for work
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people prefer to spend their holidays in resorts where everything is organized for them and they take little interest in the country they are visiting. Others prefer to travel around the country and to see how the people live, to get to know their customs and traditions and cuisine. What do you think is best for both the tourists and local community?
Teenagers are spending an increasing amount of time on the internet, and this is having a negative effect on their social skills. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
These days many of us prefer to throw damaged things away, whereas in the past people used to repair damaged items and keep them for a long time. What are the effects of this change in attitude?
Some students choose to work or travel after leaving school and before going to university. Many people, however, say that working experience is more useful in adult life than travel.Do you agree or disagree with this statement?