Poor people and those living in the rural areas find it difficult to acess university education. University should make it easy for persons from this background . To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The graph below shows the average numbers of Vietnamese students studying in France, Russia and America between 2000 and 2015.
Nowadays, as role models, famous people have an increasing influence on the young. Is it a positive or negative development?
In the developed world avarage life expectancy is increasing in modern life. Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of aging-population. What problem will this causefor individuals and society.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A good friend has just changed schools and is having difficulty fitting in and needs your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• make suggestions as to how they could make friends
• suggest joining clubs, participating in school activities
• give any extra general advice
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear...,
You should write at least 150 words.
All children should study a foreign language in school, starting in the earlist grades. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise, pollution and airport construction. One reason for this is the growth in low cost passengers'flights, often to holiday destinations. Some people say that governments should try to reduce air traffic by taxing it more heavily. Do you agree or disagree ?
the graph and chart below give information about migration to the UK. the graph below shows how long immigrants in the year 2000 - 2008 intended to stay in the UK
The graph shows the number of fatal injuries (resulting in death) of workers in New Zealand between 1992 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
You are a student at Brighton Tech. and are living in private accommodation with other flatmates. You have not had hot water or heating for some time. The landlord’s workmen have tried to fix the problem but without success.
Write a letter to the landlord. In your letter,
•state your reason for writing
•describe the problems and explain how you feel
•propose a solution and risk the landlord to take action
It is better to save money than to spend it. How far do you agree with this statement? Is saving more important than spending in today’s world? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own experience.
ou should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Bullying is a big problem in many schools. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 254 words.
Stress- Related illnesses are becoming increasingly common. What do you think are the causea of this ? What solutions can you suggest ?
You have received a letter from your landlord, Mr Matthews, asking you to renew your contract and pay more rent. You are happy in the property, but the landlord has not been maintaining it well.
Write a reply to Mr Matthews. In your letter:
•indicate your intentions to stay
• give information about the maintenance issues
• explain what you would like the landlord to do now
The shortage of housing in big cities can cause severe consequences. Only goverment action can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have been a living in a rental apartment for the past year. Recently, a new neighbour moved in who has loud parties several times a week.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter:
Explain the situation
Describe why it bothers you
Suggest a solution
in the future all cars , busws and trucks will be driverless. the only people travelling inside these will be passengers. do you think the advantages of driverless cars outweigh the disadvantages?
Some business prohibit smoking in any of their offices. Some government have banned smoking in all public places. Do you agree or disagree?
With the develop of the countries people are more living individually or with the small family members. Describe this case ? How this case can effect the society?
The maps illustrate changes happening in the city of Bates in 1950, 2000 and 2050. Summarize the given information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Worldwide use of oil and gas has increased to the point that we ae causing irreversible damage to the atmosphere and the polar ice caps. It is therefore necessary for the government to impose a ban on further drilling for oil and gas. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population living in cities in four Asian countries from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You are studying in a large town where there are no leisure facilities for young people.wriyr a letter to the local council.in your letter
Describe the problem
Make some suggestion for leisure facilities
Say why you think that these facilities will make the town a better place.
In many countries, people are working increasingly longer hours. What are the reasons for this. Is this a positive or negative development?
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
Research shows that increasing numbers of people are now living in mega-cities: cities of more than 20 million inhabitants. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people likes more living in a house while others prefer live in an apartment. What is the advantage and disadvantages of living in a house in comparison of living in an apartment?
The bar chart shows the proportion of male and female teachers in six categories of educational setting in England in 2010.
Some people believe that sleeping is the only method which allows people to get enough relaxation. Others belleve that physical activities such as playing games and exercises also provide enough relaxation. Discuss both views and provide your opinion.
It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? - - You should spend around 40 minutes on this task.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
request advise about a gift for his/her family
ask about activities and clothing in his/her country
find out about the food
With the development of technology, children are now living in a world that is different to what it was 50 years ago. What problems does this situation cause for society and family ?
Working is taking a more important role in people's lives. Why are people working so much? Do you think this trend is good or bad?
You have a Facebook friend living in another country and s/he is curious to learn about a major news item in your country.
Write a letter to your Facebook friend. In your letter
•describe a news story in your country
•explain why people are interested in it
•say how the story personally relates to you
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ...,
These days people in some countries are living in a “throw-away” society which means people use things in a short time then throw them away. What are the causes and what effects this can have.
Criminality rates have been escalating in urban areas. What are the reasons? What solutions could be implemented?
These days most people prefer not to leave in rural areas. Task: What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in rural areas?
(SOFIA) The government is looking to demolish an old historic building in the City Centre. Write a letter to them expressing your dissatisfaction with this plan. In your letter
– Say why the building is important
– Suggest solutions to preserve the building
– Explain the benefits of keeping the building to the city and its residents.
Worldwide use of oil and gas has increased to the point that we are causing irreversible damage to the atmosphere and the polar ice caps. It is, therefore, necessary for the government to impose a ban on further drilling for oil and gas. 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 and experience.
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driveless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driveless vehicles overweigh the disadvantages?
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and ive your opinion.
Some people prefer to live in a house, while others feel that there are more advantages to living in an apartment. Are there more advantages than disadvantages of living in a house compared with living in an aparment?
In many countries paying for things using mobile apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantage or more disadvantages?
Some people argue that social media platforms are essential for communication and staying connected, while others believe that they pose a threat to personal privacy. On which position do you stand? Discuss the supporting ideas for your chosen position.
Some people prefer to live in the city,while others feel that there are more advantages to living in the countryside. Are there more advantages than disadvantages of living in the city comared with living in the countryside.
Write a letter to an electronic company requesting information about their latest model of digital camera you have seen advertised. Ask about the following items
The price and availability of the new camera
The exact size and special functions the set have
Some people think that global warming is the most urgent issue facing humanity. Others believe that deforestation has a more severe impact on our environment. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The table chart illustrates the number employees and manufactures in both England and Wales from 1851 to 1901. Overall, the numbers of employees were dwindling whilst factories' numbers stayed roughly the same over the fifty-year period. Looking in closer detail to the table, it can be highlighted that the number of employees in 1851 was worth 477 100 for a total of 225 factories with a majority of males. A decade later, the number of factories jumped slightly to 227 with a noticeable decrease of employes, mainly composed by females, who represented 160 000 workers versus 131780 male workers. In 1871, the number of manufacturing facilities lifted overwhelmingly up, to nearly 3 times higher, with a steady decline for the employees’ number. However, men are this time more represented in the workers. This trend will continue until 1891, when the number of factories moved down from 721 in 1881 to 625 one decade later. With less workers and more males than females, the quantity of factories arrived to a point of 600 factories in 1901, involving a bottom of 61 000, concerning the total employee number. To conclude, we can say with confidence that throughout the second part of the 19st century, the number of factories increased with a significant decrease in the number of workers, no matter they are males or females.
In some countries, online shopping is gradually replacing in-store shopping. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative impacts. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.