In today's world, music has become an integral part of every society and culture. Some people think it is beneficial for both individual and society; however, some people think that music has a negative influence. Discuss both the viewpoints and state your opinion.
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating and information. State which you consider to be the most effective - comics - Books - radio - television - film - theatre Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experiance.
Some people believe that government should take care of old people whereas others oppose this view.Discuss both the views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly( its height too much, one its side overfilled)
explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours/( mosquitoes,smell, health issue
suggest what should be done about the problem( arrnage new dustbin , garbage taker every week
Write at least 150 words.
The charts below provide information about the websites where consumers from Australia and New Zealand bought products in 2012, as well as their reasons for online shopping. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that university education should only be offered to those who can pay for their own courses and the government should not be expected to fund higher education. To what extent do you agree?
You have a friend who lives in a city abroad. You have decided that you would like to apply to do a course at one of the colleges in this city.
- Write to your friend explaining what you would like to do.
- Tell him/ her what type of work or studies you have been doing for the past few years .
- Ask for assistance in contacting an appropriate institution.
SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT HAVING A SET RETIREMENT AGE (Example 65 YEARS) FOR EVERYBODY, REGARDLESS OF OCCUPATION, IS UNFAIR. THEY BELIEVE THAT A CERTAIN WORKERS DESERVE TO RETIRE AND RECEIVE A PENSION AT AN EARLIER AGE. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE? WHICH TYPE OF WORKERS DO YOU THINK SHOULD BENEFIT FROM EARLY RETIREMENT?
One of your friends wants to apply for a job at a summer school camp as a sports coach. Write a letter to the camp manager to recommend your friend.
In your letter:
say how well you know your friend
describe the qualifications and experience that your friend has
explain why your friend would be suitable for this job.
You arranges to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - explain the important event - apologise for the situation - suggest a new arrangement
Not all drivers obey the laws while driving on roads although they know the rules. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to fix this problem?
Many people are now working from home every day instead of travelling to the office What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of this for workers and employers? Discuss your ideas and support them with reasons and examples
Space travel to the Moon is often cited as one giant leap for mankind. Yet some people argue that this achievement made little different to our daily lives. What is your opinion?
You have recently landed in a foreign country on work visa and interested in seeking information guide about the place in and around the city.
Write a letter to the relocation assistance provider for seeing help and in your letter.
Write why you are writing the letter. what kind of information you want. how and when you can get requested information.
Modern technology, such as personal computers and the Internet, have made it possible for many people to do their work from home at least part of the time instead of going to an office every day. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of this situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Today, many young people spend too much of their free time at shopping malls. This can considered negative for young people and society generally. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
A lot of people spend a major part of their adult life at work, so job satisfaction is very important for individual happiness. What are the main factors that contribute to job satisfaction? What are the possible solutions for people who are unsatisfied with their jobs? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The chart shows expenditures for five categories in three countries. Summarise the information and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries in Europe, some children from the age of 11 or 13 go to schools to learn more practical skills that will help them get a job. Other children stay in schools which provide a more general academic education. What should schools do to prepare students for the world of work? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that schoolchildren should be allowed to make decisions about the school rules, while others think that teachers should be responsible for making the rules. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Discussion More and more people today are drinking sugar-based drinks. What are the reasons for this? What are the solutions?
Women can do everything that men can and they even do it better.They also can do many things that men can not.But it is a fact that their work is not appreciated as much as mens,although thay have to sacrifice a lot for their family and career....it is said:A woman place is in the home.What do you think
In some countries, more and more peaple are becoming interestedin finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can peoplw research this? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Zoos are seen as important institutions for the conservation of wildlife and for educating the public about animals. Do you think it is important for children to visit zoos? Do you think children should learn about animals through zoos rather than other sources such as documentaries or books?
You are going to spend your vacation in Rome, Italy. Your
friend's grandfather lives there and has offered to let you
stay in his apartment.
Write a letter to your friend's grandfather. In your letter:
• Thank him for the offer but politely decline
• Inform him of when you will be in Rome and your travel
plans
• Invite him for an outing
The popularity of social media has led to a rise in ‘Instagram tourism,’ where people travel to destinations primarily for the purpose of taking photos and sharing them online. Discuss the causes and effects of this trend.
Many people in society believe that having fixed punishments for all crimes is a more efficient way of dealing with criminals in the justice system. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a fixed punishments?
There is construction taking place near your home and the noise is disturbing you. Write a letter to your local council. In the letter,
Describe the construction
Explain why the construction is a problem for you
Say what you would like them to do about it
Men do most of the high-level jobs. Should the company encourage a certain percentage of these jobs to be reserved for women? What is your opinion on that? Use your own knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
The huge increase in the number of people with illnesses caused by air pollution from motor vehicles has led to calls for all motorised vehicles to be banned from town and city centres. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this suggestion ?
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antartic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who vist such places
A person’s worth nowadays seems to be judged according to social status and material possessions. Old-fashioned values, such as honour, kindness and trust, no longer seem important. 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.
some people advocate death penalty for those who committed violent crimes. Others say that capital punishment is unacceptable in comtemporary society. Describe advantages amd disadvantages of death penalty and give your opinion.
In some areas of the US, a 'curfew' is impos,d, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. _ What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
4 years ago Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teachign sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ome people believe that we cannot learn anything from the past for our life today, while others believe that history is a valuable source of information to understand human's life. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some students work while studying. This often results in lack of time for education and constantly feeling under pressure. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
The diagram below shows the process for producing bottled and canned carbonate drinks. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and makecomparison where relevant
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course. Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter, ⦁describe what you enjoyed about the course ⦁say how much cooking you've done since the course ⦁suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
Handwriting skills (using a pencil, a pen or a brush) are on decline. What can be the reasons for this? Is it a positive or a negative development?
One of your friends recently had a birthday celebration, but you missed it and you forgot to tell your friend that you couldn't attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
-apologise for missing the birthday celebration
-explain why you missed it and why you didn't tell your friend
-say what you would like to do to show you are sorry
Some people think that having a set retirement age (e.g. 65 years) for everybody, regardless of occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier stage. Do you agree or disagree? Which type of workers do you think should benefit from early retirement?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing ( for example, through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware what this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweight the disadvantages?
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where condisions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert. What are the advantages and disvantages for the tourists?
Some people say it is important to keep your home and your workplace tidy, with everything organised and in the correct place. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Band 6+: The chart gives employment and education statistics for eight European countries in 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries people are living in a throwback society where things are used for a short time and thrown away. what are the causes and problems?
n the real test, this will take you about 40 minutes, but there is no time limit here. STEP 1 - Read the task Many people try to achieve success through their career or education. What can success mean to different people? What is your view of success? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some peopre believe that the radio is the best way to get news .while ofhers believe thot 'lY is belter for lhis purpose. Discuss both views, ond give your opinion.
Some people have advocated for a decrease in the time that people spend watching television. Why do you think they hold this opinion? What can be done to reduce the time that people, especially children, spend in front of television screens?