SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT MODERN TECHNOLOGY HAS MADE PEOPLE LESS SOCIALLY ACTIVE, WHILE OTHERS DISAGREE. DISCUSS BOTH THESE ARGUMENTS FROM YOUR POINT OF VIEW?
These days, the wealhty in society often throw away perfectly good products in order to replace them with more up-to-date models. Do the environmental disadvantages of this development outweigh the economic advantages?
In many workplaces, online communication is getting more and more common than meeting face to face. do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter,
•describe what the problem with the changing rooms is
•say what happened the last time you complained
•explain what you want the manager to do
the pie chart below show the spending of a school in the UK from 1981 to 2001
The diagram shows the life cycle of the honey bee.
Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest time of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both these view points and give your own opinion.
the pie chart shows the shares of total world food consumption held by each of seven different food types in 2014
Some people prefer to play team sports, while others prefer to play individual sports. Discuss the advantages of each. Then indicate which you prefer and why.
In many countries today, the eating habits and lifestyle of people are different from those of previous generations. Some people say this has had a negative effect on their health. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Even though globalization has some very positive effects, we cant forget its negative effects. What are the disadvantages and advantages of globalization?
Homeschooling has become very popular in recent years. However most people still believe that attending schools is the best way to obtain formal education. What are the advantages and disadvantages of homeschooling.
Do you think that ageing society will disapear? what are the advantages and disadvantages of having more old people in society?
Nowadays teenagers are suffering from a lot of pressure.Write an esay of about 250 words to list the causes of teen pressure and give solutions to overcome?
The graph below shows the percentage of workers in different European countries with a day or more illness absence from 1991 to 2001.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people say that it is the responsibility of the citizens to take care of the environment. While others say that it is the government that should take care of the environment. Discuss both the views and state your opinion.
this graph shows the percentage of the population living in cities in (Philippiens, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia) from 1970 to 2040.
there should only be one government in the world rather than a nationa government for each country. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below shows the amount of money per week spent on fast foods in Britain. The graph shows the trends in consumption of fast foods. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below (narmin)
Some people believe that professional athletes serve as positive role models for young people, while others argue that their behavior both on and off the field can have a negative influence. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people think the increasing use of computers and mobile phones has a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, students sleep less than they used to in the past . what do you think is the reason behinf this? what are effects on individuals
In some developing countries, it is difficult to get good teachers to work in rural areas which can have a negative impact on the education of children in those rural communities. Why do you think good teachers do not want to work in rural area in developing countries? What could be done to solve this problem?
The first graph shows the number of train passengers from 2000 to 2009; the second compares the percentage of trains running on time and target in the period. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that it's fairer to assess a students ability based on their performance during the whole course rather than giving a formal examination at the end of the course. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph illustrates the number of birth which happens from 1920 till 2020 in China and in the USA
Nowadays in many countries young people leave rural areas to study or work in cities. What are the reasons for this? Do the benefits of this outweigh the disadvantages?
As populations continue to grow, places of natural beauty in cities and around are being used for construction of new housing. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the peercentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparision where relevant.
The two floor plans show the renovation of AAA Accountancy's main office. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie charts below show the number of tourists who visited four different types of attraction in the UK.
Many people think that the government should spend money to explore the outer space, while others believe that it’s a waste of public money. Discuss both views and include your own opinion.
Earlier technological developments brought more benefits and change the lives of ordinary people more than recent developments ever will. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Earlier technological developments brought more benefits and changed the lives of ordinary people more than recent technological developments. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some cultures, children are encouraged to compete against each other. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this approach?
Many people say that people learn foreing languages because of to work and to travel. Do you think are there any different reasons to learn foreing language? What is your opinion?
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/
unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work.
In your letter
- explain why you want to do voluntarylunpaid work at the museum
- describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
- give details of when you would be available for work
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. The number of people with different
Many government think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other typers of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below show the consumption of three kinds os spreads between 1981 and 2007
Some people believe that it is important to spend alot of money on family celebrations while others believe it's a waste of money. Discuss both views
In many large cities, people waste hours of their time every day because of traffic congestion- one the roads. What are the causes of this? What solution can you suggest?
the table below shows the number of temporary migrant workers in four countries in 2003 and 2006 and the number of these workers per 1000 people in these countries in 2006. Summarise the information and write 150 words
These days some people spend a lot of money on tickets to go yo sporting or cultural events. Do you think it is a positive or negative development.
The charts below show the percentage in typical meals of three types if nutrient, all of which maybe unhealthy if eaten too much.
The maps show the developments which took place at the seaside resort of Templeton between 1990 and 2005.
Some teachers say students should be organized into group study. Others argue that students should be made to study alone. Discuss the benefits of both and state the more effective method in your opinion.
The table shows the number of exchange students from universities in Europe to Australia and vice versa. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. ]
The diagram below show the condition of paradise island in thepast and now. Summarise the information byselecting and reporting the main features, andmake comparisons where relevant.
The line graph below gives information about the percentage of women aged 15-64 in employment between 2003 and 2009. Kausar