You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received a letter from your bank, asking you to acknowledge receipt of a new bank card. However, the card was missing from the envelope.
Write a letter to the bank's head office. In your letter:
explain why you are writing
express concern about the missing card
ask them what they intend to do
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any address.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear __________
The world of work is changing rapidly and employees cannot depend on having the same job or the same working conditions for life. Discuss the possible causes for this rapid change, and suggest ways of preparing people for the world of work in the future. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
You have just received an invitation to an art exhibition. You would like more details about the event before you decide to go.
Write a letter to the organiser asking for more details. In your letter
• thank them for the invitation
• ask what kind of art will be on display and the size of each section
• ask if any of the artists will be present
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 solving them?
Some people believe that fgovernement should ban dangeours sports. Othewrs claim that public should have the gfreedom to choose their favorite activities. Discuss bith views and present your opinion.
Some people say that communication by using computers and phones will have side effects on young people’s writing and reading skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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 o f punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
Some people think that manufacturers and shopping malls should sell fewer packaged products while others argue that pople have the responsibilty to buy products with less packaging. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
ou have been busy with your studies for the past month and haven't had time to visit your family.
Write a letter to your grandmother. In your letter:
Apologize for not getting in touch with her sooner
Explain why you have been so busy
Arrange a time to visit
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Grandmother,
Write a letter to a television company congratulating them on TV program that you have recently seen. Write a letter to the television company. In your letter
-Mention when and why you watched it
-Say why you liked it so much
-What effect it might have on other people.
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 differences. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some parents are thinking about the advantages and disadvantages of having an au pair. discuss some advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion about the au pair domesctic services.
Some people believe that modern technology encourages more sociable behaviour. Others say that this leads to lesser sociable behaviour. Discuss both views with examples and provide your opinion.
Some people think The mental strength important for success in sports while others believe that is it more important to have strong and fit people in sports. Discuss both views and give opinion.
Some people think that recent innovations in technology have made life more comfortable and helped us to be more efficient by saving us time, while others argue that technology has made us less efficient. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people believe that the most important thing for nurses to have is good medical knowledge. Others say that there are more important qualities for nurses to have . Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are going on a month training programme to the UK and know that the head of the course would like one of the participants to be the social events' organiser.
Write a letter to the Training Organiser. In your letter
• expressing your interest in the role
• requesting more information about it
• explaining what experience you have
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ...,
You should write at least 150 words.
Many developed counties now have large numbers of people over the age 65 . What problems might this cause ? . How can the problems be solved
It is important for all towns and cities to have large outdoor parks and squares. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
In many countries schools have severe problems of behaviour. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
In some families there is more than one television in the home,with each family member even having their own TV. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having more than one TV set per home.
Some people think that governments should give financial support to creative artists such as painters and musicians. Others believe that creative artists should be funded by alternative sources. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. People have different views about the funding of creati
In many countries today there are many highly qualified graduates without employment. What factors may have caused this situation and what, in your opinion, can/should be done about it? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more people today expect to get what they want instantly (goods, services, news), without having wait. Why is this? Do you think expectation is a positive or negative development?
Many children have unsupervised access to the internet and are using the internet to socialize with others. This can lead to a number of dangerous situations that can be threatening for children. What problems do children face when going online without parental supervision. How can these be tackled
In ``times, many people are making the decision to live alone. What are the causes of this? Does it have positive or negatives effects on society?
Most people have forgotton the meaning behind traditional or religious festival, dursty festival periods, people. Now a days only want to enjoy then selves. To what agree or disagree with this statement.
Some people believe that violence on television and in computer games has a damaging effect on the society. Others deny that these factors have any significant influence on people's behaviour. What is your opinion?
Nowadays people have many consumer goods in their homes such as refrigerator, washing machines. Is it a positive or negative development?
You are having a party. Write an invitation letter to your friend. In your message you should
• explain why you are having the party
• tell her when and where it is
• say who will be there
• what to bring/wear etc
Write a letter
You are not happy about a service you recei A couple of days ago from a company and you have decided to complain about it .
Write a letter to the company to complain about the poor service you received from it's employees
New household appliances have resulted in more free time for women and has enabled them to both work and run a home with dependent children. What are the advantages for a family when the mother works? Do you think advantage outweigh diadvantages?
The governments should give each citizen a basic income so that they have enough money to live on, even if they are unemployed. To what extent do you agree or disagree? N.B: Reported on IELTS January 17th
Some people think that to have a successful career it is important to continue studies. However, some believe that the key to prosperous career is to get experience rather than academic education. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have arranged a weekend holiday with a group of friends, but due to your studies you will not be unable to go with them. Write to your friends, and
•Tell them why you are unable to go
•Say sorry for this
•Suggest an alternative activity at another time
Some countries are strungling with increase in crime rates. Some berlive that having more police on the street is bestway to reduce and combat crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that professional athletes serve as positive role models for young people, while others argue that their behaviour both on and off the field has a negative influence. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
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
The Differences between countries have become less evident, so we can enjoy the same films, brands and TV programs. To what extent do you think the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages?
You share a parking area with several neighbors and have recently started having problems.
Write a letter to be copied to all neighbors that share the parking area. In that letter
• explaining the problems
• suggesting ways to help the situation
• proposing a possible meeting
You are planning to visit another country. A member of your family lives in that country. Write to them and ask for some information. in your letter, -Identify when you last saw them -Explain where you plan to go and ask if they have any suggestions -Ask if they would like to come
Some scientists believe that studying the behaviour of 3-year-old children can predict their criminality. To what extent do you think a crime is a product of human nature or is it possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals.
It is easier for wealthy people to maintain good health than it is for people who do not have large amounts of money. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
If an individual acts in an anti-social way, such as committing the crime, who is to be blamed, society or the individual? what are the causes behind such behaviour? who should be responsible for this
It was predicted that people in the 21st century would have much more free time than people in the past. To what extent has this prediction come true?
The position of the women has changed a great deal in many societies over the past 50 year. But these societies cannot claim to have achieved gender equality. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
With the recent improvements to internet, people can leave views or pinions on certain goods or services they have purchased. Is it a good or a bad thing? Discuss both, giving your own answer with examples.
You borrowed an important textbook from a classmate last term. You now realize your classmate has returned home overseas and you still have a book.
Write a letter to him/her. In your letter
-apologise for the mistake
-find out how important the book is to him/her
-say what you will do
In some countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people believe that governments have the responsibility to solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
There is an increasing trend around the world to have a small family rather than a large family. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of having a small family rather than a large family>