The world of work is changing rapidly and people cannot depend on the same job or the same conditions of work for life. Discuss the possible causes for these changes and give your suggestions on how people should prepare for work
It is often argued that reading non-fiction books is better than reading fiction. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You were hurt in a minor accident inside a supermarket and you wish to complain to the supermarket authority about that.
Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket.
In your letter Say –
•who you are
•Give details about the accident
•Suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents
Some people believe the government should spend money on building trains and subway lines to reduce traffic congestion. Others think that building more and wider roads is the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people think that women should play an equal role as men in a country's police force or military force, while others think women are not suitable for these kinds of jobs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Friends and fam ily bring m ore happiness than m oney and possessions. H ow far do you agree w ith this s ta te m e n t? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 2 5 0 words.
You have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase.
Write a letter to the company that you bought the clothing from. In your email
·give details of the purchase
·describe the problem
·explain why you need a replacement urgently
We simply cannot help everyone who needs help in the world. So, why not be concerned only about our own people, our communities and our own countries? Is this reasoning valid? Why or why not? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that you can only learn about the cultures of different place by traveling to there. other people think that you can learn just as much about these places from reading books and watching travel documentaries about them. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
In many cities, an increasing number of people do not know their neighbors and the sense of community is lost. Discuss the causes and give measures to turn it around.
Research indicates that the characteristics we are born with have much more influence on our personality and development than any experiences we may have in our life. Which do you consider to be the major influence? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that mental health is the most important factor for success in sports. However, some others believe that it is more important to have strong and fit people. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Some people believes that parents force their children to get sucess but other believes they need to teach them values of cooperation? Give your opinion with relevant examples?
Some people think governments should spend money looking for life on other planets, while others believe that there are many unsolved problems on Earth. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He has adked for your advice about studying this subject.
Write a letter to your friend.
give details of the course you took
explain why you recomment this university.
give some advice about how to apply.
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give your reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don't fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter
•say which points in the article you agree with.
•explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres.
•offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article.
Some people believe more actions can be taken to prevent crime, while others think that little can be done. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion
Compared to the past, more people are now trying to learn a foreign languages to increase their chances of landing a better job in their native country or having better opportunities to work abroad. To what extent do you agree with this point of view? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
People are wearing same clothes following same culture. Do you agree with this trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
The media, especially the television is failing to represent the world in its true light. As a consequence, the younger generation is growing up in a fantasy world with a false conception of their surroundings. Present your argumentation to highlight your opinion on this matter. Give reasons and specific examples to support your opinions.
You saw an advertisement on the website of the local council. They ask for volunteers to help with organization of charity events.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
• Tell that you are willing to help;
• Suggest ways you might help with the events;
• Give details about your availability.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....,
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it
runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council.
In your letter
give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
explain why the sports and leisure centres is importsnt for the local community
describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
some people say that parents shoud encourage thier children to take parts in organized group activities in thier free time,others say that it's important for them to learn how occupay themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven years old. Other believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. What do you think are the advantages of attending school from a young age? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays celebrities earn more money than politicians. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some governments today seek to monitor the general public’s electronic communications (in the form of phone calls, texts, and emails) saying that this reduces crime. Many people oppose this, however, saying that it erodes individual freedoms. Discuss the aspects of this debate, and give your own conclusion to the discussion.
Some people regard work as the most important thing in life and have little interest in anything else. Other people are most enthusiastic about their hobbies and leisure interest than their jobs. Discuss both of the attitudes and give your opinion,
The charts give information about two genres of TV programmes watched by men and women and four different age groups in Australia.
Homelessness is becoming a serious problem in many countries. What are the causes of homelessness, and what are its effects on individuals and society? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of healt and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the cause of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, the amount of crime is increasing. What do you think are the main causes of crime? How can we deal with those crimes? Give reasons for your answer and give examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Cultural traditions may be destroyed when they are used as money making attractions aimed at tourist or is it the only way to save these tradition. Discuss and give you opinion.
Write a letter to the manager of the Lost and Found department of the railway regarding the luggage you
accidentally left on the train. In your letter,
give details of your train trip
describe the luggage you left on the train
say what actions you want him/her to take
You and your family are moving to another country, and you are looking for rented accommodation there.
Write a letter to a property agent. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and your family
Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find
Give your preference for the location of the accommodation
Some people think advertisements control what we purchase, while others think they are useful sources of information on products. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Nowadays, different media, including newspapers, magazines, television, radio, and even the Internet, publish stories about people's private lives. Why is it so? Should this practice be banned? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say that the only reason for learning language is in order to travel ro or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
1.Some people think that advertising is a positive aspect of our lives, while others believe that it is negative. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The breakthroughs in medical science are by far the most significant advances in world society over the last two centuries. Discuss this statement and give your opinion.
Some people think that environmental problems should be solved on a global scale while others believe it is better to deal with them nationally. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The best way to measure someone's success is to look at how much money that person has. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate school. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending next polls. Discuss both these views and give your opinion
Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information,such as their hobbies and interests,and whether they are married or single.some people say that this information may be relevant and useful.Others disgree. discuss both these views and give your openion.
The range of technology available to people is increasing the gap between the rich and the poor. Others think it has an opposite effect. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Some people are happy to spend the whole of their life living in the same area. However, others prefer to live in many different areas over their life time. Discuss both opinions and give your own opinion.
Some people think that all lawbreakers should be taken into prison. In contrast, others believe there are better alternatives (for example, doing work or learning skills in the community). Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the teenage 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 these views and give your opinion.
The charts below give information al1out the origin of crude oil imports to the US in 2012 and about the percentage of imports as a share of US crude oil consumption.
Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.