What are the advantages and disadvantages of having older people living in the family home? Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children’s sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
-write a letter to the company. In your letter
• Describe the benefits of sponsoring the sport team
• Summaries the benefits of paying for the concerts
• Say how you think the company should spend the money
Some people think that foreign visitors should be charged more than locals when they visits culture and tourist attractions. To what extent, do you agree or disagree
To meet the growing need for food to support an increasing population, a country should make use of edible insect as a food source. However, some people believe that insect are not only unhealthy but harvesting them will also negatively affect nature. What are the benefits and drowbacks of eating insects?
You should spend about 20 minutes to write this task. The picture below shows the recycling process of wasted glass bottles. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make a comparison where relevant.
28.Some people argue that the development of technology is making our lives too complex, and the solution is for everyone to accept a simpler way of life without using that technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their wastes?
3Children today play very violent games. This must be the reason for the increase in violence and crime in most major cities of the world. What are your opinions on this?
The pie chart shows the main reasons for why agriculture and land become less productive. The table show these causes affected three regions of the world during the 1990. Summarize the main feature and make comparisons while relavant.
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade*-labelled tea and pineapples in 2010 and 2015 in five European countries.
it is importtant for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Reading paper materials is better than watching electronic devices to gain information. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer
An increasing number of people are buying what they need online. What are the advantages and disadvantages for both individuals and companies to shopping on line.
In some countries, student pay their college or university fees, while in some others, the government pays for them. Do the advantages of governments paying for fees outweigh the disadvantages.
The probability of an offender committing a crime after serving the first punishment has increased. What is the reason for this and how can this problem be tackled?
Topic 1: Nowadays in many countries chemicals are used to produce and preserve food. Do the advantages of this use outweigh the disadvantages?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your friend is thinking about learning to drive and would like some advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• say why a driving licence is advantageous
• recommend a driving school
• give any extra guidance/tips
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear...,
You should write at least 150 words.
The pie charts below show the types of media used from 1990 to 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the share of the swiss watch market by brand in 2020 and 2021. Summarise the imformation by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Deforestation is one of the major environmental issues in many countries today. What are the main causes of deforestation? What measures can be taken to reduce its effects
The diagram below shows how electricity is generated in hudroelectric power station. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages.? Give reasons for your answer
A lot of companies and organizations require employees to wear uniforms. Which kind of jobs are uniforms suitable for? Are there any disadvantages to wearing a uniform to work?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? All students should be required to study art and music in secondary school. Use specific reasons to support your answer.
The chart above shows information about various professions in the U.K and their salaries. The table shows the average working hours per week for each profession.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter
•explain what has happened
•describe the bag and its contents
•say what you would like them to do about this problem
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
q. Some people think the government should focus on improving the economy of the country. Other people think the 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
In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Do the advantages of this practice outweigh the disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.*
The maps below show the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many foods are shipped from far away. Some people think that eating local food is more environmentally and economically sound. Do you think the advantages outweigh its disadvantages?
Some people believe that the age limit for the drivers should be increased to ensure road safety. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Today more people are travelling than ever before. Why is this the case? What are the benefits of travelling for the traveller? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows the average daily sales of selected food items at the Vista Cafe, by season. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the annual rice production in four countries in 2005, 2010 and 2015.
In the modern world should we use animals for lab testing . To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Digital Digital communication technology, such as email, instant messaging and social media, has improved communication and connection between people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answers and include examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write atleast 250 words.
Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country’s police force or military force, while others think women are not suitable for these kinds of jobs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should * GDP (Gross Domestic Product) is the total value of goods that are made and services that are provided in a country.
‘Failure is proof that the desire wasn’t strong enough’ To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary schools rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The figure below provide information on the number of people per 100,000 found guilty of reckless driving offences in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below shows how salt is removed from seawater to make it drinkable. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job.Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment.In your letter• describe the problem with the equipment• explain how this problem is affecting your work• say what you want the shop or company to do
A magazine wants to include contribution from its readers for an article called 'the book that influenced me most".
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influences 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
The map shows the the past plan for the village in 1920 and now.
Social networking is being used more for personal and professional purposes. Many people believe this is a positive trend whereas others say that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph shows information about the average number of visitors entering a museum in summer and winter in 2003. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make a comparison where relevant. (Line graph) (13.11.23)
With a fast pace of morden life, more and more people are turning towards fast food for their main meals. Do you think the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
the world of work is changing rapidly and people cannot depend on the same job or the same condition of work for life.discuss the causes and give your suggestions on how people should prepare for workin the future