Population in cities is growing rapidly. What are the effects of this? What solutions can you suggest to maintain a high quality of life in urban areas?
You had recently ordered a book, online from a bookseller. The book sent by him was not the latest edition, even though you had paid the money according to the latest edition version. Write an email to bookseller in about 150-200 words. Your email should do the following things. 1.Complain about the service of the online site. 2.State about the urgency for the latest edition.
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a jobb straight after shcool. Discuss both views.
One of your friends is planning to visit your country and asking you for some information.
Write a letter to him/her and say:
o when the best time to visit your country is
o suggest a plan for the travel
o recommend places to visit in your countr
You were invited to your friend’s birthday party. You missed it and didn’t tell him about that beforehand.
Write a letter to him:
• Apologize;
• Explain the reasons why you missed the party;
• Suggest a way to compensate this misunderstanding.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....,
In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause? suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of the ageing populations.
Many people prefer to use public transportation while others say that personal cars are the best mode of transportation. In your opinion what are the pros and cons of using public transport?
Modern professional women confront a difficulty that men don’t generally face: the struggle to balance the pressures of work and home. In your opinion, how can this difficulty best be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledges and experiences.
You have been working as a Manager in a private company for the last two years with no salary raise. Write a letter to your manager to request a pay equity in your salary as compared to other managers in your department. In your letter, explain why you are writing why you think you deserve a salary raise say what you want your manager to do for you
Increasing the price of fuel is the best way to solve the growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures do you think might be effective?
You are working for an international company and you would like to request time off for a family event.
Write a letter to your boss
Explaining what the celebration is
Asking for the time off
Explaining how you can get work done when you take time off
Now, many scientific institute conduct research on live animals. Some people regard it as cruel and unnecessary while others believe it is justified in the interest of human walfare. Discuss the two views and give your reasons. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your experience
You are currently attending a course which is not the same as per the description in the admission brochure.
Write a letter to the headmaster. In your letter,
state which course you are enrolled in
provide details about the noted differences
suggest what actions would you like him to take
Government investment in the art,such as music and theater is a waste of money. Government must invest this money in public services instead. Do you agree or disagree
The charts show the average levels of participation and the highest education level of adults from 2000 to 2010 in Singapore.
Government involvement in the arts, such as music and theatre is a waste of money. Government must invest this money in public services instead. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that family has the most powerful influence on a child’s development, while others think that other factors such as television, friend, music have the biggest effects. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Study shows that many criminals have low levels of education. For this reason, some people believe that the best way to reduce crime is to educate people in prison, so that they can get a job when they leave prison. Do you agree or disagree?
You have a test in your English class next week, but you cannot attend. Write to your teacher. In your letter:
. Explain your situation.
. Apologies for not being able to take the test.
. Ask whether it is possible for you to take the test at another time.
Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any address. Begin your letter with: Dear...
Some people think that it is important to use leisure tomr for activities that improve mind,such as doing word puzzles or reading.Other feel that it is important to rest the mind during leisure time. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
You have been working with your company for two years and are interested in a promotion.
Write a letter to your direct boss. In your letter:
Explain your varied achievements over the past two years
Express your interest in growing with the company
Ask for a meeting to discuss a potential promotion
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr. Phillips,
An English-speaking woman who lives in your town has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to this woman. In your letter,
suggest how you could help her in her home
say why you would like to do this work
explain when you will and will not be available
Write at least 150 words.
Success is often measured by wealth and material belonging. Do you think wealth is the best measure of success? What are the qualities of successful persons?
With the development of social media, more and more youngsters are being allowed unsupervised access to the Internet. What potential problems may this trend lead to? What solutions can you suggest to deal with it?
Write a letter expressing your interest in a job in a different country.
Write to a job recruiter. Your letter should include:
• Why you want to work abroad
• What type of job you want to have
• Questions about working abroad
The best way to improve children’s life is fathers and mothers attending course for parenting and child development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Climate change is the biggest threat to human life on earth. How much do you think this is accurate? Is there anyother threat mankind faces?
The chart below shows the results of a survey conducted in the UK in three different years regarding the level of interest in 6 particular sports. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The world is rapidly changing and employees cannot depend on having the same work or the same work conditions for life. Discuss the possible causes and suggest ways to prepare for people to work in the future.
Some people say that now is the best time in history to be Iiving. What is your opinion about this? What other time in history would be interesting to Iive in?
Some working parents believe childcare centers can provide the best care for their children. Others believe that family members like grandparents can do a better job. Discuss both view and give your opinion
You recently stayed in a hotel in another city. When you got home you discovered that you had left something of value in the room.
Write a letter to the hotel. In your letter
• describe the item that you left behind and say where you left it
• ask the hotel to arrange to send it to you
• suggest a way to pay for the postage
In many major cities around the globe the amount of traffic is growing. What do you think are the causes of this? Can you suggest some possible solutions?
The table below shows top ten countries with largest population in 2019, and how it is projected to change by 2100. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Last week, you celebrated your birthday with some friends in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed yourselves very much.
Write a letter to the restaurant. In your letter
mention the food and service
explain that you really enjoyed the atmosphere
suggest any improvements to make things better
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people think that we learn best through in-person interaction with a teacher in a classroom others believe that online learning is more effective discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Tourism has emerged as one of the biggest industries of this decade, but its disadvantages cannot be overlooked. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
You are studying english at a private language school attended by many international students. you are planning for a surprise party who has been feeling particularly sick and homesick.
write to another classmate and invited him or her to the party. In your letter-
- explain the reasons for the party
- give the date and time of the party
- suggest what the classmates could bring to the party
The graph below shows the unemployment rates in the UK, the rest of Europe and Japan from 1993 to 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have just enrolled in a 12 week English class, but have found that
you have a family problem and you will have to return home. Write to
the school. In your letter
Explain what has happened
Request a refund
Ask whether you will be able to return at a later date
Some people think that newspapers are the best way to get news. However, others people believe that they can get better through another media platform. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The best vway to make roads safer is to make vehicle grivers take a driving test each year. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
With the development of social media, more and more youngsters are being allowed unsupervised access to the internet in order to meet and chat with friends which can lead to potentially dangerous situations. What solutions can you suggest to deal with this problem?
Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child's development while others think it is important for children to go to school. Discuss both the advantages of each method and give your own opinion
You visited local beach and found out that there is a rubbish problem.
In your letter:
Describe the problem
How it affects people on the beach
Suggest what you want to do about them
Some people feel that the media has the strongest impact on people’s lives. Others feel that it is politicians who have the most control over the way people lives. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion
Climate change is the biggest threat facing humanity today and in order to survive as a species we need to act now. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have just started a course in a college which has not sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club. In your letter
Introduce yourself
Say why you are interested in this sports club
Ask some questions about the club
Example- facilities, members, costs
It is generally believ that the Interet is an ecvellent means of communication but some people suggest that it may not be the best place to find info. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the best wat to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative wats or reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.