Work is being done on the street where you live. The noise is disturbing you. Write a letter of complaint to your local council. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself
• Explain what the problems is
• Suggest solutions to the problem
You do not need to write any addresses
These seems to be an increasing trend towards assessing students through exams rather than continual assessment. What are the advantages and disadvantages of exams as a form of assesment?
Nowadays many ecosystems in the world are experiencing problems because large predators are going extinct. Why is this a bad thing? What solution can governments implement to solve this problem?
Being a celebrity- such as famous film stars or sports personality - brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?
The world of work is forever changing at a fast pace. Working conditions today are not the same as before and people no longer rely on taking one job for life. Discuss the possible causes for these changes and give your suggestions for how people should prepare themselves for work in the future
You have lost your student identification card. This has created some problems for you. Write a letter to the director of student services. In your letter
advise them of your situation
explain how this is affecting
you request a new card
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir/Madam,
You ordered two items through the Internet and you received two
different items. Write a letter to the manager:
Explain about what you ordered
Ask why the two other items were different
Ask about how would he solve this problem.
Missions to explore space are hugely expensive, and there are problems on Earth which demand attention. The number pf these missions needs to be reduced. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that famous people can help international aid organisations to draw attention to important problems. Others believe that the celebrities can make the problems seem less important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many Cities, problems related to overpopulation are becoming more common. Some government are now encouraging businesses and individuals to move out of cities to the rural areas. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
People think that goverments should increase the cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles to solve envinronmental problems. Give your opinion
The gap between the rich and the poor is increasingly wide, as poor people become poorer and rich people become richer. What problems could this situation cause? What are the solutions to address those problems?
Nowadays an increasing numbers of profession such as doctors and teachers are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problems does this cause? What can done to solve this.
You have just rented an unfurnished flat and a friend has told you about a shop that has cheap
second-hand furniture. Write to the shop owner. In your letter:
describe what you need
ask whether they have these items
and ask what they cost.
The number of people who are at risk of serious health problems due to being overweigh is increasing. What are the causes and solutions of this problem.
A local school is requesting ideas for renovations. Write to them and include
Problems they have now
Suggestions to change
How they could make these changes
Some people believe that the best way to solve environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles. Others think that there are alternative ways to achieve this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The use of phones,tablets, and other devices while walking in public places has been a concern for many commentators. What hazards can arise if people are guided by such devices when walking down the street? How could these problems can be solved?
People nowadays are used to “throw away” items which means that they use them a in short time and throw it away. What do you think is the cause and the problems it may lead to?
Tests and examinations are a central feature of school systems in many countries. Do you thinnk the educational benefits of testing outway any disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
you have rented a car for few days from an agency. however there are some problems with a car. write a letter to the agency officer and complain about rented a car. in your letter
tell him /her the problems of the car
what you want the agency to do now
how you feel about the problem
Some parents say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for them to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Some people think it is more important to spend public money on roads and motorways than on public transport systems such as railways and trams. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Essay topics: Around the world, people are now living longer than ever before in the past. Some say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Others believe there are benefits to society having more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of possessing an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
More and more young people are watching real-life violence due to the growth of online videos on social networks. This could cause societal problems in the future. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
Some people think that it is good for spending money on finding life on other planets, while others believe it is a waste and government should focus on problems on the Earth. Discuss both views and give your opinion
There have been some problems with public transport in your area recently.
Write a letter to the manager of the transport company. In your letter:
· Describe the problems
· Explain how these problems are affecting the public
· Suggest some changes that could be made
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other poeple think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an egeing population outweigh the disadavantages?
You live in a room in college which you share with another atudent. 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 the letter,
* Describe the situation
* Explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
* Say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
More and more plastic is polluting the city, countryside and ocean. What are the problems caused by plastic waste? What measures should be taken to solve these problems?
The population of the cities is increasing and more people are buying cars for the first time. What problems does this cause? What can be done to solve those issues?
Nowadays, a lot of people tend to rely on social media as the main source for news and information. Why do people do this? What problems can this cause?
SPEAKING A FOREIGN LANGAUAGE HAS BEEN LINKED TO SOCIAL AND PRACTICAL PROBLEMS, TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE
Development in technology has brought various environmental problems. Some believe that people need to live to solve environmental problems. Others, however, believe technology is the way to solve these problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Older people after retirement choose spending money for themselves (on holiday) rather than saving money for their children. Is it a positive or negative development
Some people think that famous people’s support towards international aids organizations draws attention to problems, while others think that celebrities make the problems less important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The table below presents the perceptions of CEOs and their partners/spouses as to the main causes of stress in the CEO lifestyle. Items are expressed as percentages and more than one response was permitted. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Experts say older people were happier and healthier in the past because they did more exercise and spent more time with family and friends, whereas now many suffer loneliness and health problems. What are the causes of this and what are some solutions?
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
"Many animal species in the world has become extinct nowadays. Some people say that countries and individuals should protects these animals from dying out, while others say that we should concentrate more on problems of human being. Discuss both view and give your opinion"
The movement of people from agriculture areas to big cites has caused many problems at both places. What are the reasons for this problem and how can it be solved.
Public transportation systems can play a crucial role in a city’s infrastructure. What are the advantages and disadvantages of investing in public transportation?
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?
Your workplace does not have a carpark, and it is causing some problems. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
Describe the problems this is causing
Explain what benefits a car park would bring to the company
Suggest a solution for the car park problem
Student must have roommate in college/university, but there are some problems with each other. Discuss about problems and solutions for these problems.
The number of people who are at risk of serious health problems due to being overweight is increasing. What is the reason for hte growth in overweight people in society? How can this problem be solved?
Nowadays more and more people have to compete with young people for the same jobs. What problems does it cost ? What are some possible solutions?
The most effective way to solve traffic problems in the cities is to encourage people from suburbs or the countryside to live in the cities. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
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?
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates roblems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?