*EG 2. 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 views and give your opinion.*
Write a letter to your friend about a book that you have read recently. Include the following in your letter:
- Describe the book.
- Why do you want him/her to read it?
- Tell him/her how to get the book.
Some people believe that people living in the twenty-first century have a better standard of living as compared to previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
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?
Some people believe that physical fitness of strong individuals and teams is the reason for most sports achievements. Others, however, think that mental attitude is more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Many of the medical problems that people are experiencing in today's world are due to the fact that wehave a very sedentary lifestyle. To what extent to you agree?
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: •explain why you want to work in the company’s head office for six months •say how your work could be done while you are away • ask for his/her help in arranging it
Some people belive that investing in art and culture is a waste of money and that governments should instead spend more on essential areas such as education and healthcare. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social probelms, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Cycling is a healthier and more environmentally friendly means of transport. Nevertheless, cycling is getting less popular. What are the reasons of this trend? What can be done to make cycling more popular?
The table shows the change in the percentage of people joining in seven different sports from 1999 to 2009
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this correspondence?
In many countries, the amount of household waste like food packaging is increasing. What are the causes of this problem? What measures could be taken to recuse it ?
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
explain why you want to work in the company’s head office for six months
say how your work could be done while you are away
ask for his/her help in arranging it,
The chart gives information on the percentage of women going into higher education in five countries for the years 1980 and 2915. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make compar
the main aim of advertising is increasing sales of products that people do not really need. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some believe that traffic problems in cities can best be resolved by investing in urban infrastructure while others feel there are superior solutions. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Certain individuals assert that tapping into any accessible information source is the most efficient method to form an opinion on a subject. In contrast, others argue that dependence should be solely on a limited number of reputable channels when seeking facts and data. Discuss both point of views and give your opinion
Students should focus on learning in the classroom rather than show their status by wearing fashionable clothes. Therefore all students should wear school uniform. Do you agree or disagree
Some people think that traditional classrooms will be replaced by online learning in the future. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Write a letter to a book store manager who is living in another city. Ask him/her to make available a book you are interested
In recent years some countries have experienced vary rapid economic development. This has resulted in much higher standards of living in urban areas but not in the country sides. This situation may bring some problems for the country as a whole. What are the problems? How might they be reduced?
part of education, students should spend a period of time studying and living in a different country to learn language and culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table below shows the average weekly salaries of men and of women working in different occupations. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average Weekly Salary by Occupation 2015 OccupationMenWomen Technicians$1400$900 Service Workers$1300$950 Professionals$2000$1900 Administrative/Clerical Workers$1350$1000 Manual Laborers$1100$850
Students should focus on learning in the classroom rather than show their status by wearing fashionable clothes. Thebefore, all students have to wear school uniforms. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelleing inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantage? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knoweldge or experience.
The table below shows the average weekly salaries of men and women working in different occupations. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.JJ
The population of many cities is growing rapidly. What are the effects on people living in these cities? What can be done to maintain the quality of life of people?
Today, people have become accustomed to living in “throwaway” society which means that they use things for a short time and then throw away. What are the causes of this? What problems may this lead to?
To meet the growing needs of food for the increasing population, country should make use of edible insects as foods. However, some people believe that insects are not only unhealthy but affect negatively the nature too. What are the benefits and drawbacks of eating insects? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The given line graph compares the proportion of domestic waste recycling in the UK, France and Germany from 2005 to 2015. Overall, the recycling rates in the UK and Germany increased over the period while it actually decreased in France
you and your family are living in a acommodation in English - speaking country. You ae satisfied with the condition of the furniture. Write a letter to landlord.
the graph below gives inforamation about the percentage of the poplualtion for four Asian countries living in cities form 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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 give your own opinion.ad
Some businesses now say that no one can smoke cigarettes in any of their offices. Some governments have banned smoking in all public places. This is a good idea but it also takes away some of our freedom. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons.
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020 with predictions for 2030 and 2040 (Steve Copyright)
More and more plastic is polluting in world city, countryside and ocean. What are the problems caused by plastic waste? What measures should be taken solve it?
Online shopping is increasing dramatically. How could this trend affect our environment and the kinds of jobs required? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience?
You are living in an English-speaking country and the restaurant near you is
making a lot of noise. Write a letter to the restaurant owner.
- tell restaurant owner to reduce the noise levels.
- suggest a solution to fix the problem.
- warn that if this problem remains not solved then further action will
be taken.
Problem and Solution Global warming is one of the most serious issues that the world’s facing today.What are the cause of global warming and what measures can governments and individuals take to tackle the issue?
The above diagram shows the steps of harvesting and purifying rainwater for drinking in an Australian town.
Is saving more important than spending in today’s world? How far do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own experience.
The chart below shows the average price per kilo of clothing imported into the european union from seven major countries of orgin between 1997 and 2003. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparisons where relevant.`
The bar graphs below show information about spending and test grades in the Riverdale Public School system. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting in the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumtances of an individual crime, and the motivation for comitting it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Disscus both these views and give your opinion
People think that a hundred years ago, the human race was steadily improving in every area of life. Nowadays, there is no certainty of this case. In which areas do you think we have made important progress nowadays? In which areas do think we still need to make progress?
In many countires, smoking is now illegal in public places. Many people believe that such a ban is justified. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, we are living in a throw-away society that is driven by excessive consumerism, waste and single use of products. What are the reasons behind this development? What could be done to address the problems associated with a throw-away society?
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvanteges of giving children this message