Some people think competitive sports have positive affects on the education of teenagers while others argue that the effects are negative. Discuss both views and give your opinio.
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?
Writing The pie charts below show the number of native speakers of different languages in Canada in 1996, 2006, and 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Percentage of native speakers in Canada in 1996 17% 60% English French Non-Official Languages 23% Percentage of native speakers in Canada in 2006 20% 22% 58% English French Non-Official Languages Percentage of native speakers in Canada in 2016 22% 21% 57% English French Non-Official Languages
Topic: Some people think that cities are the best places to live. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living in a big city.
You have recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken.
Write a letter to the shop manager in your letter:
•describe the problem with the equipment
•explain what happened when you phoned the shop
•say what you would like the manager to do
Your manager has asked you to arrange a party for a colleague leaving the company. Write a letter to your manager.
In your letter
suggest a suitable date and time for the party
recommend a venue
propose the food and entertainment options that should be available.
write a letter to a friend who lives in a different
City
a. Tell him about your recent Job offer
It. Tell him about your arrangement of a dinner
C. inform about the arrangement of his accommodation
The older poeple who need employment have to compete with younger ones what problems can this create? What are some solutions?
You borrowed some books frome your school or college library. Unfortunatly you have to go away to visit a sick relative and cannot return the books in time.
write a letter to the library. Explain what happend and tell them what you want to do about it . You should write at least 150 words.
A person's worth seems to be judged by appearance and social status more than by traditional values of kindness, trust, and honor. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You are interested in attending a short course at a college in an English speaking country.
Write a letter to the college administration. In the letter:
•mention what course you would like to attend
•give details about your educational background and work experience
•say why you choose this college
Last Wednesday you flew from London to Vancouver. When you arrived home, you discovered that you had left your hand luggage on the plane.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter, you should explain:
where and when you lost your bag
what your bag looks like
what its contents were
The bar chart below shows the percentage of New Zealand smokers in the age group 18-25 years, for the period 2014-2018.
In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices, and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays, governments are trying to encourage people to use busses or subways for their daily travel. What are the advantages of forms of public transport like these ?
The climograph below shows average monthly temperatures and rainfall in the city of Kolkata. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You are studying a short course in another country. Your accommodation was arranged by the course provider. But there is a major problem with the accommodation.
Write a letter to the course provider.
More and more people are moving to big cities these days. Discuss advantages and disadvantages of living in a large city.
Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Has this become a positive or negative development?
Nowadays everywhere in the world has multicultural societies, in which there is a mixture of different ethnic people. What are the advantages and disadvantages?
The maps describe how town changed between 1990 nad 2010
The chart below show the average percentage in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. (Anelya1) Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant
Nowadays, celebrities increasingly have the status of role models, in particular for younger people. Do you see this as a positive or negative development?
You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time.
Write a letter to the editor. In your letter:
•Say which edition and when did the article appear
•Explain why you lost contact with your friend
•Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch
Write at least 150 words
the bar graph below shows basic information about usses of leisure time among different age groups.
Many people argue that restaurants should be required to diclosure the nutritional information of the dishes they serve. Do the advatages outweigh disadvantages?
All parents want the best opportunities fir their children. There are some people who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a children’s future. Discuss both of sides and give your opinion.
Every year several langugaes die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier i there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you agree or disgaree with this opinion?
some people think that money makes a life a comfortable others think that a large amount of money brings more trouble. do you think advantages of this outweigh disadvantages?
some countries have legal ages at which people can drink. Other countries belive not having strict laws is a better policy. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows that the percentages of Australian export to 4 countries from 1990 to 2012
the bar chart shows the attedance of people in different ages in music events in Autralia in 2006
in the future all cars, buses and truncks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
The Internet has dramatically altered our lives over the past few decades. Although some of these changes have been negative, the overall effect of this technology has been positive. What are your opinions on this?
4. The environment problems facing today’s world are so great that there is little ordinary people can do to improve the situations. Government and large companies should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the evironment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries around thr world life expectancy is inreasing. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation and give your own opinion.
Some people feel that governments should take a large proportion of people’s salaries to pay necessary public services such as roads and schools. Others feel that high taxes are a bad thing. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Adult youths are often called up for working for the development of communities. Some people say that they should work voluntarily whereas others say they should get paid. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are preparing an event in the countryside. Write a letter to your friend and ask for help with the arrangements. In your letter include:
– what the event is
– why the event is being held
– what arrangements have already been made
– how your friend can help
Some students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table below shows average climate conditions in Dak Lak province, Vietnam. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Zhaina
The bar chart shows the percentage of the total world population in 4 countries in 1950 and 2003, and projections for 2050.
Individuals can do nothing to improve the environment; only governments and large companies ca make a difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples frm your own knowledge or experience.
Many people are working at home rather than in the workplace. Some people believe this will bring benefits to the workers and their families, but others suggest it will cause stress in the home. Discuss both side and your opinion.
The graphs show the smoking status and the percentage of daily smokers by age groups between 1990 and 2010 in Australia.
Many people try to look youger than their age. What are the reasons people do this. Do you think this is a good thing or a bad thing ?
Many people today are worried about `cybercrime’ such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does `cybercrime’ cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and businesses to take?
You are arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must changa 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
You recently sent a valuable parcel through a courier company, but it has not arrived at its destination.
Write a letter to the courier company. In your letter:
• Give details of the parcel and when you sent it.
• Explain the importance of the parcel's contents.
• Suggest what action you would like the company to take.
The chart shows the information about average weekly spending of income by families in 1968 and in 2018.