Nowadays many people now have the freedom to work an live anywhere because of advances in communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Women can do everything that men can and they even do it better. They also can do many things that men cannot. But it is a fact that their work is not appreciated as much as men’s, although they have to sacrifice a lot for their family and career… It is said: “A woman’s place is in the home.” What do you think?
You recently attended a party, where you saw one of the guests being rude to a neighbour in the next house. Write an email to the guest,
•Complaining about their behaviour
•Suggesting that the guest apologises to the neighbour
• Asking them not to behave like this again
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Write at least 150 words
The map below shows the changes that have taken place in Meadowside Village and Fonton, a neighboring town, since 1962.
The chart and graphs below give information about participants who have entered the olympics sinnse it began
Should parents be obliged to immunise their children against childhood diseases? Or do individuals have the rights to choose not to immunise their children? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
you have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after six years old child. Write a letter to the parent,in your letter
Explain why you would like the job
Give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ.
Say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia.
Some countries have age 4 as a minimum requirement for admission into schools, whereas other countries believe that age 7 should be the minimum requirement. What is the situation in your country? What do you think is the right age to enter schooling?
The difference between countries is becoming less and less evident as people all over the world wear the same fashions, watch the same TV channels, use the same brands, and have similar eating habits. Do you think that the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Computers and internet have made it possible for office workers to do much of their work from home instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraged as it is good for workers and employers. Do you agree or disagree?
Thanking a friend for a holiday.
You have recently been to stay with an old friend for a few days. You hadn't seen each other for a long time. Write a letter to the friend. In your letter:
•say how you felt about the visit
• refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him / her
• invite your friend to visit you
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Music is played in every society and culture in the world today. Some people think that music brings only benefits to individual and societies. Others, however, think that music can have a negative influence on both. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays more and more people have access to the Internet. But constant availability of any information worsens people's memory and critical thinking skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Exposure to international media such as films, TV and magazines has a significant impact in local culture. What do you think have been the impact? Do you think the advantage overweigh disadvantage?
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.
many people say that we have developed into a throw away culture because we are filing up our environment with so many plastic bags and rubbish that we can't fully dispose of . to what extent do u agree with this opinion and what measures can you recommend reducing this problem.
You have recently visited a tourist attraction and are very pleased by the help given to you by the staff. Write a letter to the staff manager.
Give details of your visit
Describe how the staff helped you
What you want the manager to do
Some people think that being able to communicate with others online is breaking down geographical barriers and enabling people, who would normally never have the chance to meet to commuicate . What are the advantages of international communication online ? Are there any disadvantages of this ?
You are taking a course at a local collage. the deadline for your project was last week but you have not finished it. write a letter to your lecturer.
introduce yourself
explain why you have not handed in the project yet
request more time to do it.
Some people get into debt by buying thing they don’t need and can’t afford. What is the reason for this behavior? What action can be taken to prevent people from having this problem
Some people believe that global warming is today’s most pressing environmental problem. At the same time, some consider deforestation to have the most devastating impact on the world. Discuss both views and give your opinion on the same. for this task.
WRITING TEST 14
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have heard that one of your friends will be doing voluntary work at a festival.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•ask about what type of festival your friend is volunteering at and when and where it will take place
•ask what your friend will have to do as part of the voluntary work
• ask if the organisers are still looking for more volunteers and how you can apply for the work
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Pat,
You are studying for an exam, and you would like some time off work to complete it.
Write a letter to your immediate manager.
In your letter:
Ask for some time off to complete a qualification.
Suggest what you will do later at work if you have time off.
State how this qualification helps your job or company.
There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter:
•describe what the problem with the changing rooms is
•say what happened the last times you complained
•explain what you want the manager to do.
Sociologists opine that social networking websites can have a negative impact on society as they can be used to spread false information. Do you agree or disagree
Some people think that what children watch on television will influence their behavior. Others think that the time they watch television influences their behavior most .Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
An increasing number of people are choosing to change careers during their working ives and some even do so more than once. what reasons might people have to change careers? Do you think this is a positive or negative development for society?
There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area will improved.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
•describe the complaint that have been made
•say why the reception area is important
•suggest how the reception area could be improved
Topic: Aircrafts have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagrams below show the changes that have taken place at West Park Secondary School since ít construction in 1950.
You currently live in a rental appointment and the noise from your neighbours disturbs you. Write a letter to your landloard. In your letter,
- Describe how this situation affects you
- Explain what steps you have taken to address the problem
- Ask the landloard to take action to resolve the issue
In many parts of the world, some famous people are considered ‘role models', and they are having an increasing influence on the young. Does the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
In some countries, people's weight has significantly increased, while their levels of health have decreased. What do you think may be the causes of this problem,and what solutions can you suggest to solve them? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The maps show improvements that have been made to a university campus between 2010 and the present day. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries, plastic containers have become more common than ever and by used by many food and drinks companies. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
You have invited a friend to visit you next month. Unfortunately, you are not able to meet him/her. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, – Apologize for the change of plans – Explain why you are unable to meet him/her – Suggest another time for him/her to visit.
In many parts of the world, some famous people are considered as 'role models' and they are having an increasing influence on the young. Is this a positive or negative development?
You have a full time job and also doing a part time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course.
Write a letter to the course tuttor. In your letter
Describe the situation
Explain why you cannot continue at this time
Say what action you would like to take
Environmental issues have always been an international problem because governments are not imposing harsh punishments against offenders. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have borrowed something from a friend and it got damaged.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Apologize for the damage.
- Explain what happened.
- Suggest how to resolve the issue.
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Disciplinary action action is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of disciplinary action action should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
The only way to improve road safety is to have stricter punishments for driving offenders. To what extent do you agree or disagree.”
Nowadays, more and more people decide to have children later in their life. What are the reasons? What are the impacts on their families and society .
The technology allowed us to have more ways to communicate. However, some people say that the internet and social network create more opportunities for conflicts and erase the line of respect and appropriateness. To what extent do you agree
A growing number of people feel that animal should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people think that the fictional violence portrayed on television is harmless entertainment. Others disagree and think that it encourages violent behavior. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Robot and artificial intelligence are being developed to replace human in the workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society?
You are living in the university complex, and you have a problem with loud noise from a campus restaurants that stays open until midnight. Write a letter to higher authorities of the university.
- Complain about the situation
- Why this is a problem?
- Propose way to reduce the noise?
You have decided to change your profession and want to resign from your current job.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
• Tell him about your decision and its reasons;
• Explain what you have learnt from your current job and how you feel about leaving it;
• Ask for a letter of reference.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....,
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,