Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?It is important to know about events happening around the world, even if it is unlikely that they will affect your daily life.Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Write a letter to someone to invite them along with you. In the letter:
– Explain what has happened and that you would like them to come
– Give details of when the trip will take place
– Inform the person of the things they will need for the trip
In many non-English speaking countries, more and more parents are choosing to enrol their children in English medium schools. Why do you think this is happening? What are the advantages for children who study in English medium schools?
Some parents prefer to stay in care homes after their retirement instead of staying with their children. Why is this happening? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
In some countries quality of life in larger cities is decling. Why do you think is happening and what measurebcan be taken?
history tells that people have often thought about creating an ideal society , but most of the times fail in making this happen.what is your opinion about an ideal society? Can we creat an ideal society?
Nowadays, many people change jobs quite regularly, rather than working in the company for their entire careers. Why do you think this is happening? How can companies keep their workers?
Duration- 20 minutes
You missed a flight due to a problem at the airport. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:
• Say when and where the problem happened?
• Describe how you missed the flight?
• Say what you want the airline to do?
Write at least 150 words
You do not need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follows
Dear….
Some studies suggest that children spend more time watching Tv than they did in the past and spend less on doing active and creative things. Why do you think this is happening? what method and measure can be used to solve the issues?
ou missed an international flight due to a problem at the airport.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:
Describe what happened that caused you to miss your flight
Explain how missing your flight impacted you
Clearly state what you would like the airline to do
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
A recent study showed people in developed countries are not as happy as they were before development. What are the causes of this and what are some possible solutions?
Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first sentence. Why is this happening and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem ?
in many contries, the number of animals and plants is declining. why do you think this is happening? how can this issue be solved?
Question Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment. Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the punishment. Why are this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
Experts say older people were happier and healteir in the past because they did more excercise and spent more time with family and friends, whereas many now suffer from loneliness and health problems. What are the causes of this and what are some solutions ?
Some experts suggest that an additional increase in economic wealth do not make the citizens happier. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The movement of people from the countryside into the cities is happening in many parts of the world, resulting in the problems, especially in cities. What are the causes of this movement, and how can it be reversed Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
There will be a traditional celebration in your country and you want to invite your friend from an English-speaking country. Write him/her a letter and
-invite your friend, <bp1 >
-explain what happens at the party, <bp 2 >
-describe the tradition and why it’s important in your country,
- say why it is important for your friend to be there.<bp 3 >
Many people are copying celebrities from magazines and on TV. Why is this happening? Do you think it’s a good idea to copy celebrities?
In some areas of world people love to live in traditional lifestyle while in other regions they have a modern living standard. Why it happens? Discuss both views for supporting of your topic.
Example 6: Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the punishment. Why are this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement:" Advances in technology have made people happier than they were before."? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Historical monuments and museums are visited only by the tourists, locals do not visit them. Why is this is happening? What are the solutions to prevent this?
Some people say to be happy, you must have a job you love doing. Others say that other factors are more important. Do you think people can only be happy if they have a job they really enjoy?
Film stars and music celebrities may earn a great deal of money and live in luxurious surroundings, but many of them lead unhappy lives. Do you agree? To what extent is this the price they pay for being famous?
Robots and artificial intelligent are being developed tp replace humans in the workplace. why is this happening? Do you think this will have positive or negative impact on society?
You rent an apartment. you want to tell your landlord that you are happy with the apartment in general, but there are some small repairs that need to be carried out. write a letter to your landlord. In your letter say what you like about the apartment , describe the repairs that need to be made and explain how the repairs will improve your quality of life.
Yesterday, while walking outside, you saw a robbery. The victim was unconscious by the time you reached.
Write a letter to the police. In your letter,
explain what happened
describe what the robber looked like
offer help if it is needed
Do NOT write any address.
Research shows that business meetings, discussions and trainings are happening online nowadays. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In many developing countries, there is an increasing movement of workers from rural areas into the cities. Why do you think this happens? What problems can this cause? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your next-door neighboor owns a small dog that barks throught the day and the night. Write a letter to your neighboor requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter:
your reason for writing
what you would like to happen
a nice, respectful style
People are using more mobiles nowadays. They seldom live in one city all their lives. Why do you think this is happening? What are the consequences of this trend?
You are getting married. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend to invite him/her to the wedding.
•In your letter describe who you are going to marry,
•tell what will happen on the wedding day (the schedule), explain why it’s important him/her be at the wedding.
in some countries, people spend long hour at work. why does this trend happen? is it a positive or negative development ?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your friend would like to find some quality websites where he/she can read up on what's happening in the world. He/she has written to you asking for some advice.
Write a letter to your friend giving some advice. In your letter
include websites you recommend
Say why you recommend them
give some other ideas which you think may be useful
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear
1.You recently took a trip with a taxi company. The driver behaved in an unacceptable way and you had a lot of problems. You complained to the company but no one has replied to your complaint. Write a letter to the taxi company. In your letter
osay why you are writing and how you feel
o explain what happened
o tell them what you would like them to do.
In the future, people many no longer be able to pay for things in shops using card all payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this well happen in one day Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?
Your next door neighbor owns a small dog that barks throughout the day and the night.
Write a letter to your neighbor requesting that something be done about the dog.
Include in your letter:
o Your reason for writing
o What you would like to happen
o A nice, respectful style
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing. In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening . Do you think the adavantages of this development outright the disadvantages ?
You rent an apartment and you are quite happy with it but you want to suggest a renovation. Write a letter about your suggestion. In your letter, you should tell:
- Your appreciation of current condition
- What is the renovation and why?
- What is the benefits of your suggestion?
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. Dinosaur, dodos …) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what citizens are saying and doing (for instance, through cellphone tracking and security. cameras. In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
It is a natural process for animals species to become extinct (e.g. dinosaur, dodo,..) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You rent a four-bedroom house which you share with two other students. However, there are several problems with this house that need fixing. You also find it expensive and would like to find another student to share the spare bedroom. Write a letter to the estate agency. In the letter:
Explain your situation
Describe the problem with the house
Say what would you like to happen
Some people are happy to spend their whole lives in the same area. Other people prefer to live in many different areas. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people think money brings happiness. What do you think about it? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.
you are a college student in and English-speaking country. You are unhappy with your rented accommodation so you have to request college accomodation.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
Introduce yourself
Why you are unhappy with rented accommodation
Why you believe college accommodation is better for you
Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you left the plane, you left a bag. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter,
explain what has happened
describe the bag and its content
and say what you would like them to do about it.
happiest time of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion