The table below shows the monthly expenditure of an average Australian family in 1991 and 2001. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays many people working from home. Some think it is beneficial to employee, others think it may distract the family routine. What is your opinion?
Some people feel that success lies in achieving professional and economic targets, while others say that success lies in spending quality time with family and friends. What is your opinion?
It is common nowadays for each member of the family to have their own piece of modern technology. Some people think this will lead to a breakdown in family relationships and communication. To what extent do you agree?
Communication between family members has decreased in recent times. Do you agree or disagree? Discuss both sides and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Q: Some people suggest that bringing up children by thw whole family includimg uncles, aunts and grandparents is better, rather than only by parents. To what extend are you agree or disagree?
Many people strive to maintain a successful career and happy family life at the same time, but fail to do so. What are the reasons of this failure? What are the possible solutions?
Some people say that spending time to develop a successful career is the most important thing. Others say that spending time with friends and family is more important. Discuss both the view and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like the landlord to take
Some people say that family is the most powerful influence in a child’s development. Others say that factors such as television, friend, and music play a greater role. Discuss both and give opinion.
The best way to ensure a happy family life for children is to make mothers and fathers take part in parenting courses every year.Do you agree or disagree with this idea?
Some people think that family is the most important influence on young adults. Other people think that friends are the most important influence in young adults. Which view do you agree with? Use examples to support your position.
The table shows data about the average length of time (in minutes) that people of different ages spend in a consultation with family doctors in a number of countries.
A family member recently had a baby and is overwhelmed by parenting. Write an email: Encouraging the young couple in their role as new parents. Explaining why you think that parents are the best teachers. Offering support (suggestions for organizations they could turn to, financial, babysitting, etc.)
in my countries today, people in cities either line alone or in small family uni ts, rater than in large, extended family groups. is this a positive or negative trend?
you have seen an advertisement of Australian magazines for someone to live with family in six-months and look after their six-years old child
write a letter
1- Explain why you would like this
2- Give detail of why you are suitable person to employ
3- Say how would you spend your free time while you are in Australia
People nowadays are spending more time at the work place and it is argued this is a problem for family life.To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some working parents think that childcare centers provide the best care for children who are still too young to go to school. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The family has a great influence on children development but the influence from outside the home play bigger part in children's likes. do you agree or disagree
These days many people leave their country to work abroad and take their family with them. Do you think benefits of this outweigh disadvantages in terms of family development?
In some countries, university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other coutries, students attend university in other cities. Do you think that the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages?
Writing task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure center it runs to save money.
Write to your local council. In your letter
. Let us know how you and your friends or family can use the center
. explain why a sports and leisure center is important to the local community
. describe the possible effects on the local population if the center were to close
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to enter any address.
Start your letter like this:
In recent years, the family structure has changed, as well as family roles. Whet are the changes occurring? Do you think these changes are positive or negative?
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six year old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
. explain why you would like the job
. give details of why you will be a suitable person to employ
.say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia.
Write atleast 150 words.
You do not need to write any addresses..
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
some people are very interested in researching their family history . Other people say this is a waste of time and that we should focus instead on the present and future generation. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
some people say that husbands should give their monthly salary to their wives as their wives have to take care of their family while others disagree. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the best way to tj3 a business is within the family. What are the advantages and disadvantages of family run business
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
* explain why you would like the job
* give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
* say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australta
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam
Some working parents believe children centers can provide the best care for children, while others think family members like grandparents can do it better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to the landlord. In you letter:
Introduce yourself
Explain what is wrong tin the furniture
Say what action you would like the landlord to take
In many countries today, people in cities either live alone or in small family units, rather than in large, extended family group. Is this a positive or negative trend?
Your family is going to move to another town. Write a letter to the Principal of a local school asking if they will accept your son. Describe his academic achievements and scope of interests. You do NOT need to write any address.
Some people believe it is important to spend a lot on family celebration while others think it is a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently attended a family celebration at a hotel. Although the event went well, you were not satisfied with the hotel facilities.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
say what the occasion was and when it took place
mention what you liked about the event
explain why you were unhappy with the hotel facilities
suggest how the hotel can improve its service
Nowadays, it seems that different generations within the family spend less time doing activities together. Why is that? Is it a positive or negative development?
In many countries, young children are looked after during the day while their parents go to work. In a sense, they are raised by guardians and not their biological parents. What is your opinion of this family arrangement?
School should teach subjects that are needed for academic success and to pass examination. Practical life skills such as cookery, dressmaking and wood crafting should be taught at home, by family or friends. To what extent to you agree or disagree?
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure center that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
•give details of how you and your friends or family use the center
•explain why the sports leisure center is important for the local community
• describe the possible effects on local people if the center closes
Many people believe that family members are very important in life while others say friends are important. Do you agree or disagree with this statement
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like the landlord to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................,
You are going to have a family party in a private room in a hotel.
Write a letter to the hotel manager and say :
Why you need to use this private room
What you need them to provide for the party
inquire about the price of the food you are ordering.
You and your family are moving to another country for work, and you are looking to buy a house there.
Write a letter to a property agent. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself and your family
• Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find
• Give your preference for the location of the accommodation
It is better if an extended family for example uncle aunt grandparents are involved in a child upbringing than just parent alone. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Television is dangerous because it destroys family life and any sense of community; instead of visiting people or talking with our family we just watch television. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people think it is important to spend time in developing a successful career while others think it is more importany to spend time with family and friends. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In recent years, the family structure has changes, as well as family roles. What are the changes occurring? Do you think these changes are positive or negative?
Some people believe that Christmas has lost its original meaning and has become too focused on consumerism. Others think it remains a valuable time for family bonding and spreading goodwill. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some believed that spending time with family and friends is the best while others believe that time should rather be spent on career improvement. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Organizing a large family celebration such as a wedding can often create problems. What can be the problems associated with organizing a large family events and what solutions can you suggest?
Your neighbour keeps his/her pet outside in the garden and this is causing some inconvenience for you and your family.
Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter:
say what the problem is
explain how it is affecting you and your family
suggest a possible solution