ome people regard video games as useful educational tool. Others, however, believe that video games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?
Because of the global economy, many goods including what we use as daily basics produced by other counties have to be transported for a long distance. To what extent do the advantages oufweigh the disadvantages?
More and more people are working long hours leaving very little for leisure activities. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?
Some people have advocated for a decrease in the time that people spend watching television. Why do you think they hold this opinion? What can be done to reduce the time that people, especially children, spend in front of television screens?
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
In some education systems, Students are .. Studing education systems. however students study different subjects until they have a limited range required to specialize in of subjects from the age of fifteen. in aerother leave school. what are the advantages of each system? which one benefits is better?
Large businesses have big budgets for marketing and promotions and as a result, people gravitate towards buying their products. What problems does this cause? What could be done to encourage people to buy local products?
You recently attended a conference and you would like to give a presentation about the information you gained by attending the conference.
Write a letter to your manager asking for permission to give a presentation. In your letter:
describe what type of presentation you have in mind
what topics it would cover and how long it would take
who should participate in the presentation and where should it be conducted
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can couse serious social problmes, as well as practical problmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Sport is becoming a business with high income for professionals and more companies have involved in financial investment and in other ways. Do you think it is a positive or negative development ?
Some countries have legal ages at which people can drink. Other countries believe not having strict laws is a better policy. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
“Nowadays many people complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep.” What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lack of sleep? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some parents and teachers think that children’s behavior should be strictly controlled. While some think that children should be free to behave. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have seen an advertisement for a part time job welcoming visitors to your town.
Write to the recruiters. In your letter
•Explain why you want the job
•Describe why you would be a good person for the role
•Describe any relevant experience you may have
Topic: The other people who need employment have to compete with younger ones. What problems can this create? What are some solutions?
Some children start school at 7 while others start school at 4. Does starting school at a young age have more advantages than disadvantages?
For centuries, Iportant parts os education have remained such as reading, writing, maths. With the advent of computers sompe people think that computer skills be made as fourth skill to the list. To what extent do you agree?
You are looking for part-time work. Write a letter to an employment agency. In your letter
introduce yourself
say what skills and work experience you have
explain the sort of job you are looking for
You should write at least 150 words.
You have heard a developer plans to build a shopping center near your home.
Write a letter.
In recent years, people in many countries have been able to afford more material possessions such as electronic kitchen appliances, computers and vehicles. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this increased level of affluence, and give your opinion about whether this is a positive or negative development.
online shopping has various advantages for consumers but may also have disadvantages, such as the loss of some individual privacy. do the advantages of online shopping for the consumers outweight the disadvantages ?
Some people think that the government's decision to close the land borders in order to boost local production is a great idea. what are the advantages and disadvantages of this decision? What alternative decisions could have been used to boost local production?
You have recently moved to a different location where you experience frequent electricity breakdown. Write a letter to the electricity board.
In your letter, describe the situation, tell what problems you are facing due to this, explain what you want the board to do
Many people use written language in a less formal and more relaxed way. Why? Does this development have advantages and disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to some coutries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it at a good idea, but some people oppose it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make.
Write a letter to the bank manager. In the letter:
• Introduce yourself.
• Explain that you did not buy the items listed.
• Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the proble
In many countries, financial crime involving indentity theft is increasing. What are the causes of this trend, and what effect does identity thefts have on the victims involved ?
You are having a graduation party next Saturday night. You have invited 50 people to celebrate at an outdoor barbecue evening, which may continue into late into the night. Write a letter to your elderly neighbour. In your letter:
explain what will be happening
offer your apologies in advance
invite her to join the celebration
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr / Ms _________
Advances in technology and automation have reduced the need for manual labour. Therefore working hours in offices and factories should be reduced. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Manufacturers and supermarkets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods or customers should avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You need a website for your business, and you would like to ask your friend to build it. Write a letter to your friend. ▪️Include a brief description of your business ▪️Explain what you would like to have on the website ▪️Provide some ideas on the use of images on the website.
Nowdays, more and more people decide to have children later in their life. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that it is the responsibility of individuals 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 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.
Disruptive school students have negative impact on their studies . Students are noisy and disobedient should grouped together and teaching separately. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
We have witnessed that Parents spending ample of money on their children's parties .Some believe thatIt is waste of money and this trend is getting worse. What do you think about this? Do parents have any solution to this issue ?
An increasing number of people are choosing to have cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why are more people are choosing to have operation to change the way they look? Do you think this is a positive or negative trend?
You and your family have just come back from a holiday staying in a rented accommodation overlooking the sea. The apartment was very unsatisfactory. Write a letter of complaint to the manager of the agency from which you rented the apartment.
In your letter:
give details of the things that were unsatisfactory
explain the reactions of the members of your family
ask the manager what he/she is going to do about the situation.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follow
People have little understanding of the importance of the natural world. What are the reasons for this and how can people learn more about the natural world？
many people work long hours, leaving very little time for lesiure activites. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?
Overpopulation is becoming a serious issue in many parts of the world. Some people believe that governments should take strict measures to control population growth, while others think it is up to individuals to decide how many children they have. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that governments should ban dangerous sports, while others think people should have freedom to do any sports or activity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
restaurant has advertised in a newspaper that a waiter/waitress is required for evening work. It has also been mentioned that the prospective candidate should have some experience.
Write a letter to Mr Moore describing your previous experience and explaining why you would be suitable for the job.
Some people thinks wild animals should not be kept.Others think there are good reasons for having zoos. Discuss both views and give your openion
Some of the methods used in advertising are unethical and unacceptable in today’s society. To what extent do you agree with this view? As well as making money, do businesses also have a responsibility towards society?
People have different ways of escaping stress and difficult of modern life. Some read, some exercise, others work in their gardens. What do you think are the reasons for stress? What are the best ways of reducing stress?
You are due to start a new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems.
Write a letter to your new employer. In your letter
-explain your situation
-describe your problems
-tell him/her when you think you can start
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you gree or disagree with this statement?
You currently live in a rental apartment, and the noise from your neighbors disturbs you. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter •describe how this situation affects you; •explain what steps you have taken to address the problem; •ask the landlord to take action to resolve the issue.
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
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear sir,