You recently stayed at a hotel during your holiday, but you were dissatisfied with the service.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
explain the problem you experienced
describe how it affected your stay
say what action you would like the hotel to take
With the availability of information on the internet, public libraries are no longer necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The graph compres the percentage of international and the percentage of UK students gaining second class degress or better at a major UK university. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Traditionally, zoos are considered a sanctuary for endangered species, yet some of them are notorious for being cruel to animals. Do the advantages of zoos outweigh its disadvantages?
Some people think that a sence of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinio
ou recently stayed in a hotel in a large city. The weather was very unusual for the time of year and the heating / cooling system in the hotel was quite inadequate.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter:
give details of what went wrong
explain what you had to do to overcome the problem at the time
say what action you would like the manager to take
You do NOT need to write your own address.
You have received a letter from your bank, asking you to acknowledge receipt of a new bank card. However, the card was missing from the envelope. Write a letter to the bank's head office. In your letter: explain why you are writing express concern about the missing card ask them what they intend to do Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear
Nowadays more and more business meetings and business trainings are taking place online. Does the advantage of this development outweigh disadvantage.
Some people think that the teenager’s years are the happiest times of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Practice 1: These days, the wealthy in society often throw away perfectly good products in order to replace them with more up-to-date models. Do the environmental disadvantages of this development outweigh the economic advantages?Give reasons for your answer and
The two pie charts show the percentages of pollutants entering a particular part of ocean in 1997 and 2007. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below gives information about how teenagers (aged 12-19) in one state in the United States communicated with each other. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Some people think that students who don’t take a break in studies between high school and the university are at a disadvantage compared to students who travel and work after high school before further continuing their education. Do you agree or disagree?
Many efforts have been made by countries to address challenges concerning the environment, but the situation has not improved. What are the possible reasons for environmental degradation (suy thoái, xấu đi)? Are there any solutions to combat this problem? Support your answer with specific reasons and examples.
Young people today are often less polite and show less respect than previous generations. Why do you think this is? What can be done to solve this problem?
The table gives information about the percentage of students' attendance in four groups of secondary schools between 2000 and 2009.
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today’s youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an increasingly early age. Some sociologist claim that parents and other members of society often set a bad example. Discuss the causes and some effects of widespread drug use by young people in modern day society. Make any recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight youth drug abuse.
The line graph below shows the average temperature (in °C) in three cities over a twelve-month period in 2020. Summarize the given information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Stores should sell local food products and not imported food products. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries today, if people want to find work, they have to move away from their friends and their families. Do you think that one of the developments outweigh the disadvantage?
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sprots to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today’s youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an increasingly early age. Some sociologists claim that parents and other members of society often set a bad example. Discuss the causes and some effects of widespread drug use by young people in modern day society. Make any recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight youth drug abuse.
Fossil fuel (coal, oil, natural gas) are the main source in many countries, but some countries, the use of alternative source of energy (wind and solar energy) is encouraged. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some students take a year off between finishing school and going to university, in order to work or to travel. Do you think advantages outweigh disadvantages?
People doing dangerous sport activities like scuba diving and bungee jumping, they should be responsible for their own life and rescue workers should not risk their lives to save people. Do you agree or disagree?
the maps below show changes in the city of nelson in the year of 2000 and the recent times.
More and more people want to buy famous brands of clothes, cars, and other items. Many have encouraged this behavior, but others believe it has caused modern society to be worse off. Discuss both views and provide your opinion.
Use the information and language from this lesson to answer this The line chart below shows the results of a survey giving the reasons why people moved to the capital city of a particular country. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the oercentage of household in owned and rented in accommodation in Englan and Wales between 1918 and 2011N
Some people view teenage conflict with their parents as a necessary part of growing up, whilst others see it as something negative which should be avoided. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that young people should be required to do unpaid work helping people in the community. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages ?
It is often suggested that the government should focus on funding education rather than healthcare. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
6. International tourism has led to an huge increase in the number of visitors to many historical sites around the world. To what extent is this a positive or negative phenomenon?
The table below shows the percentage of first-year students who gave a ‘very good’ rating to the resources provided by the college, for three courses. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some parents think that childcare centres provide the best services for children of pre school age. Others working parents think that family members such as grandparents are better caregivers for their young children. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Many people around the world use social media to keep in touch with other people and get the news. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
You recently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancel
your booking.
Write a letter to the college adminisllator. In your letter
• say which part-time course you booked
• explain why you need to cancel your booking
• ask about booking a different course
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment. Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The first car appeared on British road 1888. By the year 2000 there may be as many as 29 million vehicles on British roads. Alternative forms of transport should be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people use distance-learning programmes to study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the same benefits of attending college or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
these days parent encourage kids to spent more time in screnns and tablets to improve their technological skills. does this development advantges outweigh disadvantages
You have decided to leave your job. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: explain why you are leaving give notice thank your manager for their support
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co- operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Do you agree or disagree that the health of individuals will decline in the future? Discuss your reasons and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your son is learning a second language at school he needs some extra lessons. Write a letter to a teacher ask for his help.
In your letter explain
Why yous son needs help
Ask the teacher about the teaching experience and method
Suggest a possible schedule for the lessons
In some areas of the US, a 'curfew' is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out f doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this?
The table shows the number of product and their average prices in a well known clothing store
Many people are now opting to provide technology companies with personal data in exchange for access to software. Do the advantages of this approach outweigh its disadvantages?
Some people say that the government is responsible for aged care and financial support for the elderly; others argue that it’s the role of individuals. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some believe that young people should be required to attend full-time education until they are at least 18 years old. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.