The two maps illustrate the major changes in a harbour from 2000 to the present time. Overall, the port has undergone a significant development marked by the introduction of numerous amenities and the renovation of others. In 2000, the harbour was joinable from 2 entrances starting from the main road, which is located alongside the western edge of the map. However, another entrance has been settled in the recent plan. Indeed, a new entry was exclusively devoted to a large car park as well as an additional toilets and showers. Furthermore, the marina and its private yachts have taken a larger area in front of the new toilets whilst the fishing boats were permuted to the initial marina’s space in the 2000 port’s feature. Alongside the northern entry of the port, new docks and passenger ferries, located before arriving to the public beach, erected. On the other southern side, newly cafes and shops were constructed in addition to the replacement of the further eastern castle with a hotel.
Many olderly people are no longer looked after by their families but are put in care homes or nursing homes. What are the advantages and disadvantages of trhis trend?
Nowadays we see an increase in social problems involving teenagers. Many peope believe that it is because parents spend more time at work and less with their childern. Do you agree or disagree?
You have moved to a new city and would like to join a club or society to make new friends. Write a letter to the club manager. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in the club.
Describe the activities you would like to participate in.
Ask for details about membership and any upcoming events.
The growth in crime among teenagers can be attributed to an increase in the use of violent video games. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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.
some say that because many people are living much longer , the age at which pwopl retirevfrom work should be raised considerably. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Q. The increasing number of senior citizens in many societies has triggered a question whether the government should take the responsibility or individual family should take care of them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph shows the amount of money spent on books in Germany, France, Italy and Asutralia between 1995 and 2005
You recently visited a doctor at a local clinic, but you were unhappy with the treatment you received.
Write a letter to the manager of the clinic. In your letter:
* explain why you visited the clinic
* describe the problems you experienced
* say what you would like the manager to do
Teenagers are spending an increasing amount of time on the internet, and this is having a negative effect on their social skills. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows the amount of money spent on books in Germany, France, Italy and Austria between 1995 and 2005. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. ad
ou recently spent a night in a hotel and had to put up with a great deal of noise very early in the morning because of a faulty central heating system. The manager promised to contact you regarding compensation but you still haven't heard from him.
Write a letter to the hotel. In the letter
describe the problem at the hotel
explain what the manager had said at the time
say what you want the manager to do.
Some people say that teenagers should work part-time and earn money. This way they will learn basic lessons about work and become more disciplined. Others arque that teenagers shouldn't sacrifice their rest and after-school activities to work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently bought a piece of equipement 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
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You ordered an item from an online shop three weeks ago. The shop said you would get the item two days later but you have not received it yet. Last week you sent an email about the situation to the shop, but you did not receive a reply.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
•explain the situation
•complain about the bad service
•ask for immediate delivery of your order or your money back
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes ( for example working for a charity, improving the neighbour or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree. Give reasons for your answer and Include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that it would be better for larger companies and industry to move to regional areas outside large urban centers. Do you think the advantages of this proposition outweigh the disadvantages?
you recently bought a piece of equipment from a company on the internet when it is arrived it is damaged write a letter to the manger of the company describe the piece of equipment you bought explain about the damaged piece say what younwant the manger to do
The bar chart gives information about passengers using John F. Kennedy, LaGuardia and Newark airports between years 1995 and 2000.
The worldwide population of children aged 15 and younger is rising. What are the current and future advantages and disadvantages for countries with this kind of growth?
The first graph gives the number of passengers traveling by train in Sydney. The second graph provides information on the percentage of trains running on time. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part-time job.
Write a letter to restaurantʼs manager. On your letter
• explain that you would like to apply for the job
• give some details of any relevant experience that you have
• specify the days and times that would suit you
Some today argue that schools are no longer necessary because children can learn so much from the internet and be educated at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries , people are now living longer than ever before . Some people say an ageing poplulation creates problems for governments . Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people . To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing popiltion outweigh the disadvantages
Some people believe that friends have a bigger impact on young people while others think parents and teachers influence them more. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
you and some friends ate a mean at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and service.
write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter
give details of your visit to restaurant
explain the reason for celebration
say what was good about the food and service
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
You recently bought an electronic device from a local store, but it stopped working after a few days.
Write a letter to the store manager. In your letter:
explain what you bought and when you bought it
describe the problem with the device
say what you would like the manager to do
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for launch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
say what the participants liked about the hotel
explain why they were unhappy about the food
suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in the future
Write at least 150 words.
The graph below shows the number of passenger railway journeys made in Great Britain between 1950 and 2004 5
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 reviews and give your own opinion.
the best manager are people who are warm and friendly to their staff. Do you agree or disagree State your reasons, with relevant examples or experience
The bar chart below shows the hours per week that teenagers apend doing certain activities in Chester from 2002 to 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
some people believe that teenagers should be required to do unpaid work in their free time.this can benefit teenagers and the community as well.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that money is the best gift to give a teenager,others disagree.discuss bhot side and givin your opinion.
The obesity rates among teenagers have increased dramatically in many developed countries. Discuss some possible reasons for this increase and suggest solutions.
You have lost your credit card Write a letter to the manager of your bank In the letter explain how you lost the card ask the manger to cancel the old card and to issue you a replacement
You recently had some items shipped to you from overseas. Upon receiving the shipment you found that some things were damaged in transit. Write a letter to the manager of the shipping company. In your letter
- Provide the details of your shipment
- Describe the damage
- Say what action you want the company to take.
Scientists believe that the world is in danger due to environmental changes. Some people say that personal lifestyle changes should be made to reduce the damage to the environment, while others think that the government should do something to help. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell him how you feel.
Write a letter to the singer. In your letter
- say how you feel about his perfomace
- give details of your musical activities
- explain hoy you would like him to help you with your musicial activities.
You recently made reservations for dinner at a very famous and expensive restaurant in town. However, the meal and the service were terrible. The restaurant manager was not available to solve the problem, so you left without a resolution.
Write a letter to the restaurant's manager in abot 150-200 words.
- state what problems you had with the food you ordered
- complain about the service
- describe how you want the restaurant to resolve the problem
schools are no longer necessary, because children can get so much information available through the Inteenet, and they can study just as well at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree
In order to change their appearance people often turn to plastic surgery. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such an approach ?
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.
The line graph compares how much time it would take for three companies to manufacture a refrigerator in 1990 and 2000
the working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do ypu agree or disagree? give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience
Nowadays it is common for people to get married and have children in their thirties rather than when they are younger. What problems are associated with this trend? What are some possible solutions?
IELTS Writing Tsk 2 In poor families, teenagers may have to work part-time as well as study. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this for these teenagers. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
In today's world, people send a lot of money on appearance becasue they want to look younger. Why does this happen? Do you think this is a possitive or negative development?