In many countries, people buy a wide range of household goods (television, microwaves, oven and rice cookers) Is it a positive or negative development?
The bar chart below shows the proportions of English men and women of different ages who were living alone in 2011. The pie chart compares the numbers of bedrooms in these one-person households.
Topic from The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households
All the people in a company should be treated equally and provided with the same number of holidays in a year or people doing different jobs enjoy different amount of holiday time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
As technology advances, travelling to space is likely to become an option for holidaymakers in the future. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages.
You are planning a holiday in another country and would like a friend to accompany you. Write a letter to the friend asking him/her to join you and explain:
- Why are you taking a holiday?
- What is your holiday plan?
- Why would you like him/her to go with you?
You recently had a holiday visiting your friends and you stayed at their house.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Thank your friend for staying with them
Tell them what you enjoyed the most about the holiday
Explain you are sending photos of the holiday with the letter
You have just returned from holiday and were not satisfied with your trip. Write to the travel agency. In your letter
•Say where / when you went on holiday
• Explain why you are not satisfied with your holiday
• Tell them what you would like them to do
The graph below gives information about household car ownership in Britain from 1990 - 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Some people believe unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high schol programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe online learning has unlocked students’ hidden abilities. Others argue that it only holds true for a privileged few, especially in developing countries. Which opinion do you support? In about 300 words, present your arguments.
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their salary ’ income in 2007, 2011 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends were you stayed at their house. They have just send you some holiday photos.
Write a letter to your friends, in your letter:
Thank them for the holday and the photos
Explain why didn't write earlier
Invite them to come and stay with you
The chart below shows the changes in the percentage of households with cars in one European country between 1971 and 2001.
Some people think that several short holidays from school are better, while others think one long summer holiday for the year is better for children. Discuss both views and include your own opinion and relevant examples
The table illustrates the proportion of monthly household income five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing and entertainment. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The rise of social media has affected personal relationships and society as a whole. Do the advantages of using social media for communication outweight the disadvantage?
The table below shows the minimum numbers of public holidays that companies are required to give their full-time workers in six countries in 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Vrite at least 150 words.
The pie charts below show average household expanditure in Hong Kong and Britain in the year 2000.
In many countries, the average life expectancy has been increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and for society as a whole? Suggest some solutions.
Thanks or acceptance
You recently spent the week on holiday at your friend’s new house.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
•Say what you like about his new house
•Say what you enjoyed most about your holiday
•Suggest when and where you could meet next
Informal
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2017, 2011 and 2015.
The pie charts illustrate the comparison of the water consumption in three fields (household, industry and agriculture) in San Diego County, California and the rest of the world.
More and more people are choosing to travel abroad for their holidays. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
The chart below shows the presentage of households in owned and rented accommodation in England and Wales between 1918 and 2011
the chart below shows the % of household in owned and rented accommodation in england and wales between 1918 and 2011
The chart below show the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011, and 2015 Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The given line graphs illustrate the percentage of households with electrical appliances and the time taken to do housework during the years between 1920 and 2019.
The table illustrates the proportion of monthly household income five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing, and entertainment.
Both men and women these days work full -time, so its logical for them to share household chores equally. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts below show the average household expenditures in a country in 1950 and 2010.
Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise, pollution and airport construction. One reason for this is the growth in low-cost passenger flights, often to holiday destinations. Some people say that governments should try to reduce air traffic by taxing it more heavily. Do you agree or disagree
The table below shows the percentage of households with electronic goods in New Zealand in 1998 and 2002.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph shows changes in the number of cars per household in Great Britain over a period of 36 years
Some employers want to be able to contacts their staff at a all times, even on holidays. Does this development have more advantages than disadvantages?
The first chart below shows how energy is used in an average Australian household. The second chart shows the greenhouse gas emissions which result from this enegy use.
The bar chart illustrates the proportion of automobile ownership in households across a particular country which is located in Europe from 1971 to 2001.
You have moved into new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that the noise may disturbed you neighbour.
Write a letter to you neighbour. In your letter
Introduce yourself
Describe your plan for party
Invite your neighbour to come.
You have just moved into a new home and are plannig to hold a party.
You are worried that the noise may disturb your neighbour.
Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter
. introduce yourself
. discribe your plans for the party
. invite your neibourhour to come
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends.
They have just sent you some photos of your holiday.
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter
• thank them for the photos and for the holiday
• explain why you didn't write earlier
• invite them to come and stay with you
The graph below shows the percentage of households with diferent kinds of technology in the U.S. from 1995 to 1999. Summarize the information bselecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people argue that young people are unfit for holding significant positions in the government, while others maintain that it is beneficial for them to occupy such roles. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
1.On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost.
Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter
o● describe the item you lost
o● explain how you lost it
o ● tell the insurance company what you would like them to do.
The bar chart below shows that number of tourists who travelled to Australia in 1995 and 2005 .The line graph shows the number of tourists who did two types of holiday.
the chart below shows the percentage of household in owned and rented accomodation in Enhland and Wales between 1918 and 2011
At school, children should either be taught to compete or to cooperate. In your opinion, which form of education would best benefit society as a whole? Describe both sides of the argument and explain your own opinion.
The rise of social media has affected personal relationships and society as a whole. do the advantages of using social media for communication outweigh the disadvantages?(KN)
The table below shows the results of an online survey of 1000 people about their firts-choice holiday accomodation.
Last month you had a holiday abroad where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends.
In your letter:
thank them for the photos and for the holiday
explain why you didn’t write earlier
invite them to come and stay with you.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: