Some people think that the best way to run a business is within the family. What are the advantages and disadvantages of a family run business?
Parents want to achieve balance between family and career. Some say that parents have to quit their jobs to raise their children. Some, however, think that it is okay to have a full-time job while raising children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion?
You recently visited a local restaurant with your family and had a very good meal. Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper. In your letter ● explain where the restaurant is ● describe what you ate in the restaurant ● say why you would recommend the restaurant to others
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 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.
You do not need to write any addresses.
*Some people believe that it is important to give gifts and presents to friends and family to show that we care about them. Others believe that there are better ways to show that we care about them.* *Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that family is the most powerful influence in a child’s development. Other’s say that other factors such as ( television friends music etc. ) play a greater role today. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Women can do everything that men can and they even do it better. They also can do many things that men cannot. But it is a fact that their work is not appreciated as much as men’s, although they have to sacrifice a lot for their family and career… It is said: "A woman’s place is in the home." What do you think
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?
In order for a child to develop his/her family life, mothers and fathers should take a course on parenting skills and child development each year. Do you agree or disagree ?
In many countries, both parents are working, and this affects family life. Do you think the advantages of both parents working outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that old people need to live in special communities, but others believe they should live with their family and adult children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have a large extended family, and every year you all get together to go on a big family trip for a week. Your brother is in charge of the plans this year, and you would like to suggest a place you’ve visited before. Name the destination you have in mind. Briefly describe your previous experience in this place. Talk about some of this place’s features.
Experts say older people were happier and healthier in the past because they did more exercises and sport ,more time with family and freinds,whereas now many suffer loniness and health problems. what are the cause of this and what are the solutions?
A family member is coming to stay with you. He/she will be arriving by train in the morning, but you won’t be home until the evening. Write a letter to your relative. In your letter:
– explain the arrangements you have made for them to get keys and enter the house
– tell your relative how to get from the train station to your house
– say when you will be home and suggest wha you could do together that evening
Describe a family member who you want to work with in the future You should say: Who he/she is Whether you worked together before What kind of work you would like to do with him/her Explain how you feel about this family member
It is common nowadays for each member of the family to have their own piece of modern technology. Some people think it will lead to a break down in family relationships and communication. What is your opinion?
when it comes to research on family history, some people prefer not to dig into the past, instead they just focus on their future. discuss positives and negatives of this approach and include your own opinion.
These days many people leave their country to work abroad and take their family with them. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
some people think government is responisble for looking after the elderly, others beleive that it should be family members. Who do you think should take responsibilty?
You recently went on holiday with your family to an island resort . Upon your return home, you discovered that you had forgotten a very valuable item there.
Write a letter to the hotel manager to inform him/her of your problem. In the letter, you should:
Describe the item
Say why it is important that you get the item back
Tell the manager what you would like him/her to do.
Some university students live with their family while others live away from home because their universities are in different places. Do you think the benefits of living away from home outweigh the disadvantages.?
Some people say that that working at home is beneficial to the worker and the family while others believe that it is stressful to both the worker and the family. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You booked a tour package for your family through a travel agent. You had enjoyed the tour very much.
Write a letter to the travel agent to thank them. In your letter:
Mention the tour you took
Describe the things about the tour you & your family liked the best
Also, suggest any improvements to make things better
Television is dangerous because it destroys family life and any sense of community; instead of visiting peop/e or talking with our family we just watch television. 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.
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.
Many individuals abuse their power or influence to get their family members jobs that they might not be well-suited for. What are the problems created by this evil and suggest some solutions.
In some countries around the world, men and women tend to have their children later in life. Why is this happening? What are the effects on society and family life?
Working from home,eome think it is beneficial while some people say it may dustract the family routine.Do you agree or disagree.
In many countries, the tradition of families living together is disappearing. What are the reasons for this trend? What are the effects on the family and society as a whole? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
New household appliances have resulted in more free time for women and has enabled them to both work and run a home with dependent children. What are the advantages for family when mother works? Do you think the disadvantages outweigh the advantages?
When people grow older and cannot look after themselves anymore, is should be a legal requirement for a younger family member to support them. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, a lot of families have both parents working. Some working parents believe other family members like grandparents can take care of their children, while others think childcare centers provide the best care. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that childcare centres provide the best services for children of pre-school age.other working parents think family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids.Disscuss both views and give your opinion
Nowadays, many mothers take care of the family and don’t go out to work. Some believe they should be given salaries by government. Do you agree or disagree?
In recent times, many people have focused on the negative effects advertising has on children’s health, behaviour and family relationships. Advertising to children should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some university students live with their family while others live away form home because their universities are in different places. Do you think the benefits of living away from home outweigh the disadvantages?
Many mothers stay at home to take care of their family and don't go to work. Some people believe these mothers should be paid by the government. Do you agree or disagree?
Some university students move away and live on their own while they are attending school, but others live at home with their family while they are students. Which do you think is a better choice? Give reasons to explain your answer.
You had some photos of your family taken by a professional photographer. Write a letter to the photographer. In your letter:
-Say that you liked their photos of your family
-Ask them to be your photographer at a special family event
-Give them the details of the event.
CATERING STAFF WANTED Are you free weekends from 20th June to 5th September? We need staff to serve food at events including family celebrations & business dinners. Previous experience desirable but not essential. Apply at: [email protected] Write an email applying for the job (170-200 words). Women will play an increasingly important role at workplace in future. But this may disturb their family lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people believe that elderly parents ought to live at senior homes. Others believe that they should live with family members(blood relatives). Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is important to spend time developing a successful career. Others argue that it is more important to spend time with friends and family than at work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Although families have powerful influence on children, the influence that comes from outside the family plays a bigger part in children’s development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar graphs provide a breakdown of the typical weekdays and weekends with hours and ages about family members
It has been argued that giving gifts to friends and family should not be encouraged, because money is often wasted on things that people do not like or want. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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 Australia
In many places, people’s lifestyle is changing rapidly and this affects family relationships. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money. give 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