Food can be produced much more cheaply today because of improved fertilisers and better machinery. However, some of the methods used to do this may be dangerous to human health and may have negative effects on local communities. To what extend do you agree or disagree.
Some people think having more TV channels is good because they will have more choices. While other people think too many TV channels only lead to a lot of poor-quality TV programs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have left college but you didn’t say goodbye to your friend
who lived in the room with you because he had a course that
time.
Write a letter to him. In your letter
Apologize and tell him how you spent the day when you left
Tell him how you got home Invite him to visit you.
the older generations tend to have very traditional ideas about how people should live, think, and behave. However, some people believe that these ideas are not helpful in preparing young generations for more lives. To what extent do you agree with disagreements this view.
Mobile phones and the Internet have made it easier to stay in contact with other people. However, as a lot of time is spent using telephones and computers, there is less face –to-face contact and direct communication. Is the growing use of communication technology a positive or a negative development for society?
*You have borrowed something from your friend and it got damaged.**
**Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:**
- **apologise for the damage to the item**
appology, you will be mad and sad, save money to buy it
- **explain what happened**
write a dissertation , fill water and it spread over keyboard, wipe it dry
- **say how you are going to fix the issue** appt apple store, ask how to fix, and let machanics fix, if not, buy a new one to you
You travel by bus every weekday, and you always use the same bus route.
Recently the bus has not been reliable. You have also noticed that bus is dirtier than it used to be.
Write a letter to the manager of bus company. In your letter
- introduce yourself and explain why you are writing
- explain the situation
- suggest what should be done to improve the service.
Paying for things using mobile apps is becoming more and more common in many countries. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You work for an international company. You have seen an advertisement for a training course which will be useful for your job. Write a letter to your manager. In the letter:
•describe the training course you want to do
•explain what the company could do to help you
•say how the course will be useful for the job
Some people say that protecting the environment is the government’s responsibility. Others believe that every individual's responsibility for it. Discuss both views and give your opinion. People seem to have contradictory views regarding whether preserving the environment is limited to responsibility of the administration.
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You are looking for a part-time job. Write a letter to an employment agency.
In your letter:
introduce yourself
explain what sort of job you would like
and say what experience and skills you have
Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behavior. Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural difference. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Robots aand artificial intelligence are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society?
The maps below show the changes that have taken place in the town of Norbiton and the proposed future development of the town.
Creative artists should always have the freedom to express their ideas (in paintings, books, films and songs) in any way they wish. The government should not restrict what they do. To what extent do you agree with this opinion?
Many people have difficulty in maintaining health diet. What are the causes of this problem ? How could it be solved?
Modern lifestyle mena that many parents have little time for their children. Many children suffer because they do not get as much attention from their parents as children did in the past. Do you agree or disagree?
Shops should not be allowed to sell any food or drinks that have been scientifically proven to be bad for people‘s health. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Today youth are unemployed even after completing their education. What are the reasons behind growing youth unemployment? What effects does it have? According to you how can this problem of youth unemployment be overcome?
You are planning a business trip to another city. Write a letter to the manager of a local hotel to make arrangements for your stay. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and your company
Provide the details of your stay (dates, type of room, etc.)
Explain any special requests you have
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
In many countries it is now illegal to smoke in public places. It is only fair that people who wish to smoke should have to leave the building. Do you agree or disagree? af
You have recently completed an online course, but you are not satisfied with the quality of the lessons. Write a letter to the course provider. In your letter:
explain which course you took and when you completed it describe the issues you faced with the course suggest possible improvements.
: Computer games have a negative impact on children and their families. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries today parents are able to choose to send their children to single- sex schools or co- educational schools. Some people think that children going to single sex schools have disadvantages later in life. To what extent do you agree?
Your school demands that you wear a school uniform. Do you think that you have the right to wear whatever clothes you wish?
the exposure of international media such as films tv and magazines has impacts on local culture. what do you think of the impacts have been? Do you agree the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
Modern technology such as personal computers and the internets have made it possible for many people to do their work from home at least part of their work instead of going to an office everyday. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of this situation.
Throughout the history, people have dream art of living in a perfect society, but they have not agreed on what an ideal society would be like. What do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world. How can people work towards achieving an ideal society?
Ensuring that children have regular physical exercise should be the responsibility of parents and therefore school should not waste valuable time having sports as part of curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some children start school at 7 while others start school at 4. Does starting school at a young age have more advantages than disadvantages?
ou will be graduating from university and would like to invite your family to the ceremony.
Write a letter of invitation to your parents. In the letter:
– Explain that you have completed your studies
– Give details of the event, including time, date and dress code
– Let them know how many tickets they have and who they are for
Computers and modems have made it possible for office workers to do much of their works from home instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraged as it is good for workers and employees. Do you agree or disagree?
We have witnessed that parents spend ample amount of money on children's parties. Some people believe that it is wastage of money and this trend is getting worse. What do you think about this trend? Do parents have any solution to this issue.
Some people believe that it is responsibility of individual to take care of their own health and diet. Others however believe that governments should make sure that their citizens have a healthy diet. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
The ease of international travel and the spread of various kinds of mass media all over the world have made it more possible than ever for people to know how other people live in other countries. Do the advantages of this development overweigh the disadvantages?
Some industrialized countries have serious environmental problems. The damage to the environment is an inevitable result when a country tends to improve the standard of living. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The two maps illustrate changes that have taken place in an area from 1995 to the present.
Some people believe that the range of technology available to individual today is increasing the gap between poor and rich people others think it is an having opposite effect Discuss both view and give your opinon
But all this time is actually good preparation for children, who will have to spend many hours working on computers throughout their education and working lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your local newspaper wants to reward people who have contributed much to the community. Write a letter to the newspaper editor recommending someone in your community.
In your letter
describe who the person is and how you know them;
describe their contributions to the community;
explain why you think they deserve the reward.
The internet has dramatically atlered our lives over the past few decades. Although some of these changes have been negative, the overall effect of this technology has been positive. What are your opinion on this? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people get into debt by buying things they don't need and can't afford. What are the reasons for this behaviour? What action can be taken to prevent people from having this problem?
Some people think that the news channels and media nowadays have sensationalised and influenced people’s lives in negative ways. Others disagree and say that it is also positive. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people believe that visitors to other country should follow local customs and behaviour. Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural differences. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
You hired a car from a company and while you are driving on holiday you
had a small accident.
You will have to write to the company to explain it.
Although it is generally illegal, physical punishment continues in many countries. Some argue that parents should have the right to punish their children in this way. Do you agree or disagree?
You have seen an advertisement in the newspaper for a temporary job working as a Sales Representative during the holiday season. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the Hiring Manager of the company. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself
• Explain what experience and special skills you have
• Explain why you are interested in the job
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Hiring Manager,
Governments in many countries have recently introduced special taxes on food and beverages with high levels of sugar. Some think that these taxes are a good idea while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have a suggestion for a park near your apartment building.
Write a letter to your city's council board. In your letter:
Describe who you are and what your suggestion is
Explain why you think this suggestion will improve the park
Detail when you would like to see this suggestion in action
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Councilor,
People follow interests and have hobbies (e.g. collecting or making things). Do you think it is pointless? What can people learn from hobbies?