You have read a magazine article that mentioned a place you are familiar with. There was a mistake in the article. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine and say
What the error was
Explain that you are familiar with the place
Why it is important to correct the error
Now it is complaint at they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of slip causes. What can be the solutions about lack of sleep
some people think it is better to make more money rather than have free time, while other perfer to have more free time rather than making money. discuss both view and give your opinion.
You have recently attended a professional course.
Write a letter to your manager to thank him/her for the opportunity.
In your letter, you should tell:
– What was it about?
– Explain why it was helpful to you.
– Suggest other co-workers who should attend the course.
Some people argue that being highly qualified is the only way to ensure high paying jobs while others believe that having work experience is the best way to get a well paying jobs .discuss both views and give your opinion.
recent years, advancements in technology have transformed various aspects of society. Discuss both the positive and negative impacts of technology on individuals and communities. Provide relevant examples and your own opinion.
Some people opine that computer have made our life more convenient and easier, others, however, oppose it and say that computers have actually made our life complex and stressful. Discuss both these views.
People are starting to think that the idea of having a single career is an old fashioned one and that having several part-time jobs is better. Do the benefits outweigh the disadvantage?
A friend of yours has recently written to you asking for advice about a problem at work. You have had a similar problem at your workplace in the past.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
tell your friend how you feel about the problem
explain how you faced a similar situation in the past
suggpst possible solutions to the problem
Nowadays many people have access to computers and large number of children enjoy playing video games. What are the advantages and disadvantages of playing video games for children.
People who cause their own illnesses through unhealthy lifestyles and poor diets should have to pay more for health care. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (Band 8,5)
You have received a letter from your local library about a new history course they are
planning to run soon. Write a letter to the center. In your letter
• Find out more about the course
• Ask about the requirements for the course
• Ask about the course fees
Some people believe that having sports in schools is a waste of time and resources, while others believe that sports in school are a vital part of education. Discuss both of these views and give your opinion
Students tend to choose a part-time job to earn money during the University students’ life, so they cannot balance between the work and study. How could this issue affect the future generation and what are the solutions to have a better life on the university study level?
With the scale of globalisation today, it would be of unquestionable benefit to have a single world currency. To what extend do you agree or disagree.
Your company wants to allow some employees to work from home. Not everyone can have this choice because some jobs must be done at the office. The company wants to know if this is fair by surveying your opinion about working from home. explain your reasons why you think A work-from-home choice is fair.
In many parts of the world, people are choosing to have fewer children. Why do you think this is happening? What impacts may it have on society?
Children should not have their own mobile phones or smart phones when they are in elementary school (before grade 6). Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In some countries schoolchilren wear a uniform.In others, they can wear whatever they want at school. what are advetages and disadvantages of having school uniforms?
Environmental issues such as climate change have always been an international problem because governments are not imposing harsh punishments against offenders. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In order to Spend a quality life, some say, people need to have more money and some say people need free time. What do you think is important. What are the other things which are required to have a quality life?
Newspapers have an enormous influence on people’s opinions and ideas. Do you think it is a positive or negative situation?
You have ordered a product on website and received a different product. Write a letter to the company.In your letter
Describe the product you ordered.
Explain why you aren't satisfied with the product you received.
Let them know what actions you expect them to take
To what extent do you agree with this statement?How do you feel about school children wearing uniforms?
Do you strongly agree with school uniforms? Strongly disagree? Mostly agree? Mostly disagree?
Include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.Think about your own experience of school uniforms.
Do school students have to wear uniforms in your country?
Did you wear a uniform? Was this a positive or negative experience?
Can you think of any examples from your own experience that support your opinion of school uniforms?
You work for a company and have recently decided to leave your current employment. Write a letter to your employer. In your letter
explain why you are writing
explain why you have decided to leave the company
When you are going to leave
You applied for and paid to attend a series of three work-related seminars due to begin next week. unfortunately, you have just received news that your father has been taken ill suddenly and you will have to return home to Hong Kong to see him. You are disappointed as the seminar would have been very helpful to your career and you were looking forward to attending.
Write a letter to the owner of the hotel. in your letter
advise them of your inability to attend express your disappointment and apologies
ask you can attend the seminar was at the later date
if there are no more seminar this year ask for a refund
You will have a speech about your country on the international college event. Write a letter to the event’s planners about the following: -
Ask about the date of the event -
What speech you prepared/
why it should be interesting -
What equipment you will need for your speech
mitaYoung people are often influenced in their behaviors and situations by others in the same age. This is called “peer pressure”. Do the disadvantages outweigh the advantages?
Some people feel tha manufacturers and supermarkets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods. Others argue that customers should avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging.Discuss bothe views and give your opinions.
After being punished, many criminals continue to commit crimes. Why do some people commit crimes even after having been punished? What measures can be taken to tackle this problem.
Some people think visitors to others countries should imitate local customs and behaviours. Other people disagree, they think the host country should welcome cultural differences. Discuss the two views and give your opinion.
to do some voluntery work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the volunteer work in your letter
- explain why you want to do voluntary work at the museum
- describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
- give details of when you would be available for work
you have bought some clothing onllne and are not s atisfied 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
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children?
Some people believe that the best way to teach children to behave well is through punishment, others disagree and point out that rewarding and praising them is better. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
ome believe that people today have no interest in maintaining the traditional culture of their country or region. Others believe that it is still important to people that we preserve a traditional way of life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The ease of international travel and the spred 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 outweight the disadvantages?
As well as making money, businesses also have a responsibilty towards society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries young people have a little leisure time and are under pressures to work hard in their studies. What do think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
Some people belleve that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
It has been observed that nations with longer average working hours tend to have greater economic success compared to those with shorter working hours. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
nowdays, older people who need employment have to compete with younger people. what problems does this cuase, and what are the solutions?
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
correct the information in the article
expiain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Many people believe that in order to have cleand and tidy streets in their neighborhood, this should be residents responsibility, while others think that it should be the governments duty. Give your opinion.
You have received a job offer for an exciting, new position. Although you are expected to start on September 7th, you are only available to start a week later due to personal reasons.
Write a letter to your new boss. In your letter:
· Express your enthusiasm for the job offer
· Explain the problem
· Suggest what you can do
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Ms. Mcllwain,
Shopping is becoming more and more popular as a leisure activity. However, some people feel that this has both positive and negative effects. Why is shopping so popular? What effects does its increase in popularity have on individuals and on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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You have a full time job and are also doing a part-time evening cource.You now find that you cannot countinue the vourse.Write a letter to the cource tutor.in your letter
Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook) have had huge negative effect on individuals and society. To what extent do you agree?
An increasing number of people are choosing to have cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why are more people choosing to have operation to change the way they look? Do you think this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
School should not force students who do not have natural ability for learning foreign language to study other language at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree