Although you have never formally studied computing, you have always been interested in computers. You have just read about a computer course that really interests you, but it is only for people who have completed an elementary course. Write a letter to the college enrolment officer. In your letter
explain why you are writing
describe your circumstances
ask if a special exception can be made for you so you can enrol in the course
The chart below gives information about the percentages of overweight men and women in Australia between 1980 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some believe job satisfaction is a priority for success and happiness while others think high salary is much more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
IELTS The rise of social media influencers has changed the landscape of advertising and marketing. Do the advantages of influencer marketing outweigh the disadvantages?
In one countries, owning a house rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the cause? Do you think thisi is a positive or negative situation?
•Some people say that the best way to teach children to cooperate is through team sports at school. •To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some areas of the Us, a curfew is imposed in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after particular time at night unless they are accompanied by adults what is your opinion about this
Fewer schools require school children to learn and improve their handwriting skills. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of this trend?
In the future all cars, bosses and tracks will be driverless. The only people traveling inside this vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh disadvantages?
In the future all cars, bues and trucks will be driverless. The only people traevelling inside these vehichcles will be passengers. Do you think the adventages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
Your organized flight has been canceled. Write a letter to the airline company.
You should
1)Complain about the situation
2)Request what you need from them to make a travel insurance claim
3)Suggest what they should do in future situations
Some people believe that the environmental impacts of air transport outweigh its benefits in food importation. To what extent do you agree? Provide reasons for your answer and include relevant examples.
one of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the diadvantages.
Many things which were done in the home by hand in the past are now done by machines. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
(QG) In some cities public parks and open spaces are being changed into gardens where local residents can grow their own fruit and vegetables. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Due to the increasing world demands for oil and gas energy, people need to look for new resources of energy in remote and untouched natural places. Do the advantages of locating these sources outweigh the disadvantages?
Adults do less exercise nowadays. Some people thi it that people can be encouraged to live healthy lives through sporting events such as Olympics and World cups. Others think that there are better ways to encourage adults to do exercise. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
in some countries,owning a home rather than rent one is very important for people . why might this be the case ? do you think this is positive or negative situation ?
The table gives information about the three countries with the highest populations. Summarise the informtion by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The bar chart shows the percentage of young people in higher education in 2000, 2005 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people live longer and life expectancy increases. Do you think advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Nowadays almost every student who graduates from high school tries to attend college or university. Why do you think people attend college or university?
The map illustrates the main developments in the town of Springer from 1970 until the present time. Overall, a multitude of arrangements and amenities changed the city's landscape in aforementioned fifty-year period. First of all, we notice that diverse facilities were developed at the expense of the wide forest. A school has been risen et the centre town with lots of shops all around. At the top right hand corner, an aeroport has been constructed, near a small portion fo forest and some flates.The huge farmland habe been shortned to a small area to let the place to other appartement and a house. FURTHERMORE there are much more roads between buildings than in 1970. However we can still notice some green space from the past forest, specially a band of forest at the west town.
Throughout history, people have dreamed of living in a perfect society, but nobody has agreed on what an ideal society would look like. What do you think is the most important element needed to make a society perfect? How can the ideal society be achieved?
Many museums charge admission fee while others are free. Do the advantage of charging people to visit a museum outweigh the disadvantage?
Some people claim that not enough ofthe waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal reguirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
it is unaccepted that people who work in certain professions e.g finance, media,entertainmentand sports are paid high salaries while the others, who do more important jobs in society are underpaid. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
The percentage of overweight children in western society has increased by almost 20% in the last 10 years.
Discuss the cause and effects of this disturbing trend
As the workplace evolves, some people suggest that schools should only teach practical skills, while others believe that academic knowledge should be taught as well. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the Higher Colleges of Technology graduates in the UAE.
A recent newspaper article reported that a 14 year old boy who seriously destroyed his got the punishment to clean the street instead of being sent to prison. Do you think this is right or do you think that such criminals should be sent to prison.
In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high schools and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.
TEST 8 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 policy outweigh the disadvantages?
You are unhappy about a plan to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live near the airport.
Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter
•explain where you live
•describe the problem
•give reasons why you do not want this development
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today’s youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an early age. Some sociologists claim that parents and other members of society often set a bad example. Discuss the cause and effects of widespread drug abuse by young people. Make any recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight youth drug abuse. Give reasons for your answer.
There are millions of counterfeit products bought and sold each year worldwide, including fake brand name shoes, electronics and cosmetics. What are the reasons for this, and what are the solutions? Use explanations and examples to support your opinion.
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sport or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes daimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss hoth these views and give your own opinion.
Lower the line graph shows the percentage of tourist to England who visited for not similar attractions in Brighton.
You recently bought a second-hand car from a company that sells used cars, but the car developed some problems. You have phoned, left messages and sent emails, but you have not heard anything from the company that sold you the car.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
explain the problems you have had in contacting the company, and explain your dissatisfaction
describe the problems with the car
tell the manager what you want him to do
Many students graduate high school and decide to leave their country and study abroad. Give the advantages and disadvantages of studying in another country.
In some cultures, older people are valued most highly. In other cultures, youth is valued more than experience. Discuss both views and give your opinion as to which age should be most valued.
Some people believe that it is best to do the same type of work throughout your life. Others feel that it is beneficial to change jobs often. Discuss both views and give your opinion
The use of gasoline-powered vehicles contributes significantly to air pollution and climate change. Some argue that governments should impose higher taxes on gasoline to discourage its usage and promote alternative transportation methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this proposal? Discuss the environmental and economic implications of reducing gasoline consumption.
You bought a TV a week ago but when you got home you discovered it did not work properly.You called customer service to report the problem but you have not yet received any help.
Write a letter to the company and in your letter:
•introduce yourself
•explain the problem
•and state what action you would like from the company
In some parts of the Us, a curfew is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this? Give reason for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disanvantages of giving children this message?
Tourism has become one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Millions of people today are travelling father and father throughout the year. Some people argue that the development of tourism has had negative effects on local communities, others think that its influences are positive Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss the effects of tourism on local communities. Include reasons and any relevant examples to support your answer.
It is crucial to guide children in the right direction at an early age. Some individuals suggest that punishment is a potential tool for helping them learn effectively, and I strongly agree with this notion. In the following paragraphs, the advantages and possible types of punishments will be discussed in detail before a conclusion is reached.
The rate of unemployment in some countries is high. Because of this, there is no need to complete an education beyond a primary school level. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You recently bought a magazine, and its manager asked the readers for their opinions. Write a letter to the manager.
In the letter, you should say:
•give a reason why you chose this magazine;
•explain what you like and dislike about it;
•say what improvement you hope to see in the future.