The charts below give information on the sales of three different car types in the USA and the UK in 2005 and projections for 2055.
Successful sports professional can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
The graph below shows the hospital admission for five hospitals in a European country from 2004 to 2018.
You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.
Write a letter to your friend. Write 150 words. In your letter:
-Explain the important event
-Apologize for the situation
-Suggest a new arrangement
The line graph shows visits to and from the Uk from 1979 to 1999, and the bar chart shows the most popular countries visited by UK residents in 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.B
The line graph gives information about the number of Iranian, Greek and Turkish students who enrolled at Sheffield University between 2005 and 2009.
All over the world, the rich are becoming richer and the poor are becoming poorer. What problems does this cause? How can we overcome the problems of poverty? Use specific reason and example to explain to your answers.
Some people argue that internet-based lectures is better type of lectures. The other tend to believe that university-based lecture is still needed. Explain both side of the view and give your opinion.
The graph below gives information from a 2008 report about consumption of energy in the USA since 1980 with projections until 2030. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Nrite at least 150 words. U.S. Energy Consumption by Fuel (1980-2030) 50 45 40 35 Petrol and Oil uadrillion units 25 20 15 10- 5 0 - 1980 1985 1990 1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030 Projections
The graph below shows the number of international students enrolled in universities in Australia, Canada, and the UK between 2000 and 2020.
Fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas are main energy sources in many countries. The use of renewable energy like wind and solar power is being encouraged. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Most countries believe that international tourism has harmful effects. What problems are caused by international tourism? What are the solutions to address these problems?
Some people think that it would be better for large companies and industry to move to regional area outside large urban centers. Do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantades
Some people believe it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try hard and improve such situations* *Discuss both views and give your opinion*
The graph below shows the consumption of fish and some different kinds of meat in aEuropean country between 1979 and 2004. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and makecomparisons where relevant.
some organisations believe that their employeea shuld dress smartly. Other value quality of work above appearance. Discuss both these view and give your own opinion.
Culture and education both play an important role with many countries, some say that preservation of culture has its features while others think that instead of culture people should focus on education in the country. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give examples and reasons to support your claims.
The graph below gives information about U.S government spending on research between 1980 and 2008
Some people believe that young people should spend their time with family, rather than go to entertainment activities outsides the house. Some disagree. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
A friend who lives in another country has invited you to come and stay with him/her on tour next holiday. You are too busy to accept the invitation.
write a letter to your friend. in your letter,
-Thank him/her for the invitation.
-Explain why you can't come
-Ask him/her about other times to visit.
This table shows the class numbers by level at Mother Tounge Language School. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
You have just come back from a holiday overseas. When you arrived back, you discovered that the airline had lost your suitcase. Write to the Customer Relations department of the airline. In your letter
• Explain the situation
• Describe the suitcase and its contents
• Say what you want the airline to do
Write at least 150 words.
Nowadays, many people have to work for longer hours, asd they feel more stressed out than before. What are the reasons? What can the employers do to make their lives easier?
Some people view sports as an important feature of our society while others feel it is nothing more than a leisure activity. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that arts (for example, music or painting) don't directly improve people's wellbeing, and therefore the goverment should spend money on other things. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
“Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some parents believe that learning mathematics at school is reductant and should not be taught while others believe that it should remain a foundational subject whether or not it is used later in life. Discuss both sides.
Many believe that being good at a sport is the result of talent while others think that it comes from hard work. Discuss both views and give your reasons.
The graphs below give information about computer ownership as a percentage of the population between 2002 and 2010, and by level of education for the years 2002 and 2010. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. (20 mins.)
Some people spend a lot of money on their looks that is by taking expensive haircuts, cosmetic surgeries, and buying branded clothes. some people say that this is a good way of spending money while others think this money can be spent in other ways. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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?
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell how you feel.
Write a letter to the singer. In your letter:
say how you feel about his/her performance
give details of your music-related activities
explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related activities
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ..................,
you have 20 minutes to complete the task
People say that it is a waste of time for highschool students to learn literature such as novels and poems. Do you agree or disagree?
Popular events like football world cup and other international sporting occassions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your friend is asking for your advice. He is going to university and can't decide whether to study music or business management. Write a letter
- How you felt when you got the letter
- What the good points are for both sides and
- What your advice is
It is the responsibility of school to teach children good behavior aside formal education. To what extent do you agree and disagree?
The rise of socila media has affected personal, relationships and society as a whole. Do the advatages of using social media for communication outweight the disadvantages.
Money should be spent on promoting healthy lifestyle rather than in treatment of the people. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
In many countries today the retirement age from work has been raised. Do the advantages of raising the retirement age outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed school. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
There are more new towns being built nowadays. It is more important to include public parks and sports facilities than shopping centers for individuals to spend their free time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the percentage of people aged 23-65 in different occupations in one UK town (Ashby) and in the UK as a whole in 2008.
The most important aim of science should be to improve human lifes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some parts of the world people are becoming more focused on connecting with older people and researching their history. Why do you think people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative development?
The table below shows the results of surveys in 2000, 2005 and 2010 about one university. Write a Full report
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs in order to save money . Write a letter to the local council . In your letter Guve details of how you and your friends or family use the centre . Explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community . Describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes.
Some people say that governments should focus on reducing environ mental pollution and housing problems to help people prevent illness and disease. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to the Ashdown museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
One of your friend lives in another country. You want to spend time working in that country. Write a letter to your friends.
In your letter, you should:
• describe why you want to work in that country;
• tell him/her about your skills and experience;
• ask some questions related to work (wage, salary)