In some countries, owing a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situations?
Some people do not go directly to college but travel or work for a short time. Do you think this has more advantages or disadvantages for their studies
Healthcare should not be provided for free regardless of a person's income. The health of an individual is in their own hands. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Due to rise in university fees arts subjects like history and philosophy should not be taught anymore. Only degree courses should be taught for better employment opportunities. Do you agree or disagree?
Topic 99: Although it is generally prohibited, corporal punishment persists in many families. Do you think corporal punishment is an acceptable way to regulate children’s behaviours?
The length of vacation that employees enjoy each year varies from job to job. Do you think people should have the same number of holidays regardless of their occupation? Explain your answer.
The map below gives information about a college at presentand its future view in 2020 after reconstruction.
The chart below shows the value of one’s country 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.
In many countries, there is shortage of housing due to growing population. Some people argue that new towns should be built in the country side, others argue for the regeneration of cities. What are the advantages and disadvantages of building new towns in the country?
ome people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called 'The book that influenced me most’.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter,
describe what this book was about
explain how this book influenced you
say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You recently booked a part time course .you now need to cancel your booking .
Write a letter to college administrator .in ypur letter
Say which part time course you booked
Explain why you need to cancel your booking
Ask about booking a different course
Write at least 150 words
In many countries, children are engaged in different kinds of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as a valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. What is your opinion?
The linegrahp below shows the differences in the consumption of three fast food among Australian teenager. Summarize the given data and write a report describing the information shown below.
n the past, shopping was a routine domestic task. Many people nowadays regard it as a hobby. To what extent do you think this is a positive trend?
At universities and colleges, sports and social activities are just as important as classes and libraries and should receive equal financial support. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answe.
Nowadays older people often live in retirement homes with people of their own age instead of living with their children. Is it a positive or negative development?
Because of your job, you have to move to a new city. Write a letter to someone you know who lives there. In your letter
ask them to help you find somewhere to live
tell them the kind of accommodation you want to find
tell them which area of the city you want to live in
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….
The line graph below shows the fast food consumption in various regions around the world from 1980 to 2022. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Topic: It is better for college students to live far away from home than live at home with their parents. Do you agree or disagree?
It is important for people to take risk, in both their professional lives and personal lives. Is it a positive or negative development?
These days more fathers stay at home and take care of their children while mothers go out to work. What could be the reasons for this? Do you think it is a positive or a negative development?
Some people think rapid population growth in cities only benefits people who live there, while others believe that it has negative impacts. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays shops have extended opening hours almost everyday of the week in many countries. Is it a positive or negative development of shoppers and local communities?
More and more schools allow fast food restaurants to sell their products to their students. Is this a positive or negative development?
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016.Thetable shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
Opinions on food are changing rapidly and there are many who believe that everyone should follow a vegetarian diet because it would have a positive impact on our health and the environment. Do you agree or disagree?
The table shows details regarding some of Netflix's most popular original animated shows till 2022
As science and technology contribute most to the development of society, science students should get more financial support from government than students in other fields (eg. business, language, etc.). To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The figures provide info about growth in ecomomic and household expenditure across a range of categories. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The maps below show the changes experienced by the town of Harton at rhe beginning of the 21st Century. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where necessary.
n some countries, most people prefer to rent their homes rather than buying them. Why might be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
In recent years, there has been growing interest in relatiosnhip between eqaulity and personel achievements. Some people beileve that individuals can achieve more in egalatarian socties. Others believe that high level of personel achievements are possible only if individuals are free to succeed or fail according to their individual merits Discuss both sides and give your own opinion
People cart eat a wide variety of food that can be grown in other areas. As a result, people eat more food produced in other regions than local food. Do you think the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Disruptive school children have a negative influence on others. The best way to deal with students who are noisy and disobedient is to group them together and teach them separately. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people today prefer to get advice for medical problems and do not want to visit a doctor. Why is this? Is this a positive or a negative development?
The graph below shows the participants who have entered Olympics since it began. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You saw an advertisement on the website of the local council. They ask for volunteers to help with organization of charity events.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
• Tell that you are willing to help;
• Suggest ways you might help with the events;
• Give details about your availability.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....,
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very imporatant for people why might be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
More and more people want to own items such as car, clothing and other things, that are made by famous brand. What are the reasons for this? Do you think is it a positive or negative development?
our former boss has contacted you to offer you a position to help him start his new company.
Write a letter to your former boss. In your letter:
• Thank him for the job offering
• Decline his job offer and explain why.
• Show your appreciation and wish him well on his new project.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….,
Nowadays, people travel to other countries for a holidays. Why people do so? is this a positive or a negative development for the countries they travel to?
With growing populations in cities, more and more people live in a home with small or no outdoor areas. Is it a positive or negative development?
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary schools rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
hese days some people spend a lot of money on tickets to go to sporting or events. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Many people use distance learning program to study at home , but some people think that it cannot bring the benefit as much attending college or university. To what extent do you agree and disagree
with growing number of populations in cities, many people are living in small homes that don't have outdoor spaces. is this a positive or negative developments?
Today digital technology allows people to share all aspects of their lives on social media. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
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 ____,
More and more people buy a range of household goods such as television, microwave, oven ,.. Do you think it positive or negative development?