In the last century, urban development has focused on building tall building as opposed to wide flat ones. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages
Some people believe that it is important to spend money on family celebrations such as weddings and birthdays, while others think this is a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The bar chart below shows the percentage of Australian men and women in different age groups who did regular physical activity in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Students at schools and universities learn far more from lessons with teachers than from other sources (such as the internet and television. )To what extent do you agree or disagree? band 9
The graph below shows the percentage of households with different kinds of technology in the U.S. from 1995 to 1999.Summarize the informationby selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have been living in a rental apartment for the past year. Recently a new neighbor moved in and has been making a lot of noise, which disturbs you.
Write a letter to the landlord. In your letter:
explain the situation
describe why it bothers you
suggest a solution
Some people believe that traditional teaching methods are more effective than modern digital approaches. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph shows the change in average salaries across various spheres of employment in the US over a period of 40 years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons.
You have been working for a company for more than a few years, and now have decided to leave the company.Write a letter to your company manager saying that you want to leave the company.In your letter explain
What you have learned while working for the company
Whether you enjoyed working there
Why are you leaving
Some people suggest that children do not understand the world of work and school should make all teenagers spend a short time working as well as studying accademic subjects. To what extent do you agree?
The table below show how many tourists from five countries visited Australia in different years from 2006 to 2010.
Scientists predict that humans will speak the same language in the future. Do you think it is a positive or negative development ?
Nowadays, a lot of offices employ open-space designs instead of separate rooms for work. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many students like to get involved in extra- curricular activities at university such as social clubs and sports. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?v
The maps below show how the town of Harborne changed from 1936 to 2007. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Mrs Barrett, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In your letter-
Suggest how you could help in her home- home layout, done degree in interior design, garden maintenance, cooking
Say why you would like to do this work-social cause, love connecting new people, new ideas
Explain when you will and will not be available-weekdays busy not possible, weekends will be there 10am to 5pm
The diagram below shows the proposed changes to an office building. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people say that we have developed into a ―throw-away‖ culture, because we are filling up our environment with so many plastic bags and rubbish that we cannot fully dispose of. To what extent do you agree with this opinion and what measures can you recommend reducing this problem?
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreignlanguage is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
in many countries around the world, rural people are moving to the ceties so the population of the countryside is decreasing. do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Nowadays more and more tourists are visiting places with difficult weather conditions, such as the Sahara desert and the Antarctic region and so on. What are the advantages and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
Title :Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugars which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Workers often retire at the age of 60 or 65. However, some people say that they should be allowed to continue working as long as they want. What is your opinion on this?
The chart below shows how frequently people in the USA ate in fast food restaurants between 2003 and 2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In recent years, there has been a surge in popularity of electrical vehicles. What are the advantages and disadvantages of EVs? Discuss and provide examples.
the chart shows requests for informations at a tourist office in the United Kingdom from January to June.
In some counties an increasing number of people are suffering from health promblems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
It is important for all towns and cities to have large public outdoor places like squares and parks. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You recently stayed at a hotel and found the service unsatisfactory. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
Explain the problem with the service.
Describe how this affected your stay.
Suggest what you would like the hotel to do as compensation
Schoolchildren are becoming far too dependent on computer. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills.agree or disagree.
The internet has changed the way people share and use information, but it has also create problem that did not exit in the past. What are the main problems assosiated with the internet? What solutions can you suggest?
You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
● explain why you want to take time off work
● give details of the amount of time you need (2 weeks)
● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away. (2 other software dev are in context, i am available for emails or calls if needed)
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear
The table below gives details of world electricity production by renewable sources in the four years between 2009 and 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
In recent years many governments has brought in laws to ban smoking in public places, such as bars, restaurants and offices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with banning smoking in public places?
Discuss why successful sports professionals earning a lot more money than people in other important professions is an unfair practice. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that a gap year between school and University is a good idea, while others disagree strongly . Consider both side of this debate and present your own opinion. You should give reasons for your answers and include ideas and example from your own knowledge and experience.
the line graph compares x country's domestic production and consumption of rice in forty years starting from 1990, while the bar graph compares the consumption of rice and other staples. units are measured in million tons.
The graph shows the income of four cafes in New York over the last year. Summmarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparision where relevant.
Some people believe that airports and bus terminals should be constructed outside the cities while others believe that these facilities should be built within the city centres. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to the train company’s head office. In your letter,
give the details of your journey, including the date, time and where you sat
explain the problems that happened and express your dissatisfaction
ask about what action will be taken to improve the service
Some people think that exercise is the key to health, while others feel that having a balanced diet is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Huyền
Water is a natural resources that should be free. Government should ban the sale of bottled water. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people believe should learn a foreign language from the time they start school, while others believe it is better to wait until a child is at secondary school. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
You are planning a birthday party and want to invite a friend who lives in another city. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
Tell your friend about the party
Give details about the date, time, and location
Suggest travel and accommodation arrangements
The maps below show recent changes in the town of Kimsville. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
There is an increasing trend around the wprld of married couples deciding not to have children.Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for the couples who decide to do thid.
Topic: Some people think that university education should be free for everyone, while others believe students should pay for their own studies. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Although parents are responsible for raising a child, outside influence plays a key role in their development. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Task 1
You have seen an advertisement for part-time job at a restaurant and want to apply for it.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
-describe your experience
-tell him why you are interested in the job
-say why you think you would be suitable for the job
somepeople said that it is duty of government of developing countries to provide their citizens basic amenities such as education and health. give your opinion.