In many countries, the number of people suffering from stress is increasing. What do you think are the causes of this problem and what measures could be taken to tackle it? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 word
The diagram below shows some design principles for an energy-efficient house and how they work in different climates. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the water levels of 6 cities in Australia in October 2009 and 2010.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant
The charts below provide information on popular modes of transport in the city of Cambridge for the years 2008 and 2018. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Films and computer games containing violence are popular. Some people believe that they negatively affect society and should be banned, while others consider them harmless forms of relaxation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The pie chart shows the amount of money that a children's charity located in the USA spent and received in one year, 2016. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
the charts below show the males and females arrested over 5 years and the reasons for the most recent arresets.
Your friend has just moved to a new house. Write a letter to your friend and let him know about the gift that you have prepared for him/her.
In your letter, you should:
-describe the gift
-tell how it will be delivered
-explain why you chose it.
the figure give information about economic growth and household expenditure across a range of catagories. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and take comparisons where relevant.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? “When people succeed, it is entirely because of hard work. Luck has nothing to do with their success.” Use specific reasons and examples to explain your position.
What are the causes of water shortages? Please also offer some solutions to this problem. Give some reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The Map below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planned future development of the site. Summmarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and making comparisons where relevant.
Some students decide early in life to pursue vocational careers that involve cooking or baking. For them, it is better to study their chosen occupations in high school rather than regular subjects To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Every year your company organize a sports event for a local community but this year they can't do it. Write a letter to your local newspaper about this:
-Express your feelings about missing the sports event
-tell them your plan for the next year
-explain how this sports event is useful
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people leave the countryside for the greater opportunities which are offered by cities. This move is not without disadvantages for both people and the environment. What are some benefits and drawbacks of urbanization
In your letter:
Tell the manager your decision and the reason
Describe what you have learnt in your current job
Ask the manager to write to you a reference letter.
You have decided to leave your current job even though you enjoy it . Write a letter to inform your manager of your decision.
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called “The book that influenced me most”.
Write a letter to the editor of magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter
- Describe what this book was about
- Explain how this book influenced you
- Say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
More and more families are choosing fast food over home-cooked meals. What are the reasons for this and how can they be addressed?
Gone are the days when children dreamed of becoming doctors and
nurses – today’s children want to become YouTubers or vloggers.
According to a survey of 1,000 children aged six to 17, more than three
quarters of them say they’d consider a career in online videos. (Adapted
from https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4532266/75-cent-
children-want-YouTubers-vloggers.html)
It is dangerous for kids to aspire to become a YouTube sensation.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the amount of UK investments in clean energy from 2008 to 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people argue that experience is the best teacher. Life experiences can teach more effectively than books or formal school education. How far do you agree with this idea? Support your opinion with reasons and/or your personal experience.
Some people think that environmental problems are too big for individuals to solve, and only governments and large companies can make a difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your local museum has asked for feedback on your recent visit. Write to the museum. In your letter
•Tell them what you liked and what you didn’t like
•Make some suggestions for improvement
•Describe some other exhibits you would like to see
A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern word. Do you think that benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?
The charts below show the proportion of income spent on different areas by one university in 2005 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features. Make comparisons where relevant.
People who were born in rural areas often move to big cities when they become adult. What are the reason for this? it ia a positive or negative trend?
Some poeple say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Others say tha it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows electricty production (in terrawatt hours) in France between 1982 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The environmental problems that today's world is facing are so great that there is little c can do to improve the situation. So governments and large organizations should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Scientist agree that many people eat too much junk food and it is damanging their health. Some people think that this problem can be solved by education people while others believe that this education will not work. Discuss buth view and give your opinion.
University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies. Do the advantages of studying abroad outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Last week, you lost your luggage while traveling on holiday. Luckily, you have travel insurance. Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter:
Describe the characteristics of what you lost
Explain how you lost it
Tell the insurance company what you need from them
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
the maps below show the indusrial area in the twon of Norbition and planned future development of the sight,summerise the information by selecting and reporting the mai featres and make copmrison where relevant
Games are as important for adults as they are for children. Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? Give your own opinion on the issue. Use your own experience or an example to support your idea.
You have recently attended a professional course.
Write a letter to your manager to thank him/her for the opportunity.
In your letter, you should tell:
– What was it about?
– Explain why it was helpful to you.
– Suggest other co-workers who should attend the course.
Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference. In your letter:
say what job you have applied for
explain why you want this job
suggest what information the teacher should include
134. People have different job expectations for iobs. Some people prefer to do the same job for the same company, whereas others prefer to change jobs frequently Write about the advantages and disadvantages of each viewpoint?
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter
- remind him when and where you met
- tell him what kind of job you are interested in
-say why you think you would be suitable for the job
The table illustrates the percentage of school children attending four different types of secondary school from 2000 to 2009.
Topic 2: Some peole think the government should focus on improving the economy of the country. Other people think that government should focus on social services such as health and education programs. Which statement do you agree with? Explain and provide examples to support your opinion.
The bar chart provides key information about the percentage of expenditures for different sectors in four nations in 2009. The units are measured in percentage.
The bar chart below shows the number of daily users (in millions) for Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram from 2010 to 2022. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Fossil fuels (oil, gas, coil) are the main source of energy for many countries. However, alternative sources of energy (like solar, wind, etc.) have been encouraged by some countries. To what extent is this a positive or negative development?
Some Companies have uniforms for their staff which must be worn all the time. What are the advantages for a company of having a uniform? Are there any benefits or drawbacks of having a uniform for the staff?
Some people like to watch foreign movies rather than locally produced films. Why this could be? Should government give more support to local film industries?
It is important for children to learn what is right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn the distinction. To what extent do you agree? What sort of punishment should be given?
Detailed descriptions of crimes on newspaper and TV can have bad consequences on society, so this kind of information should be restricted on media. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
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