Women can do everything that men can and they even do it better.They also can do many things that men can not.But it is a fact that their work is not appreciated as much as mens,although thay have to sacrifice a lot for their family and career....it is said:A woman place is in the home.What do you think
Compared to the past, people can now work in places that are far from their homes because of modern means of transportation. How has this affected the lives of workers? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having modern transportation. Support your answer with specific reasons and example.
Interview form the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are better methods. To what extent to you agree or disagree?
(QG) In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices, and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
Last Friday you flew from New York to Paris. When you arrived home, you discovered that you had left your cabin bag on the plate. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:
• Where and when you lost your bag
• What your bag looks like
• What its content were
n some countries, owning a home rathen than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this a positive or negative situations?
Information technology is changing many aspects of our lives and now dominates our home, liesure and work activities. What extent do the benefits of information technology outweigh the disadvantages?
Mrs Barrett, an english-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs. Berrett. In your letter
Suggest how you could help her in her home
Say why you would like to do this work
Explain when you will and will not be available
Travel from and to work is becoming more difficult. One solution is that employers should allow employees to work at home. Do you agree that the advantages are more than disadvantages?
Some people think that interviewsm is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some believe that school children should not be given homework by their teacher, whereas other argue that homework plays an important role in education of the children. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
More and more fathers are taking a break from their careers, so that they can stay home and take care of their children while their wives work. This is better for the family than having both paretns work full time. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Today, many people spend less and less time at their home. What’s the reason for it? What are the effects of this trend on individuals and society
school should teach subjects that are needed for academic success and to pass exams. Practical life skills such as cookery, dressmaking and crafting should be taught at home, by family and friends. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
A cafe near your home puts some chairs and tables on the pavement for customers. This creates a problem for you. Write a letter to the cafe manager to complain about this matter. In your letter:
describe the problem;
explain how it affects you;
say what you will do if this matter is not resolved
Schooling is no more necessary, since more and more information are accessible on the Internet, and student can study just as well at home. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
The bar chart shows the number of homes, each worth 5 million dollars or more, sold in eight cities.
In some countries, people these days spend very little time with their children. What are the causes of this? Whom does this affect more, parents or children?
Some parents prefer to stay in care homes after their retirement instead of staying with their children. Why is this happening? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
A builder has recently completed some renovation at your house, but you are not satisfied with his work. Write a letter to him. In your letter: Tell him what work has not been completed properly Tell him what you want him to do Suggest some time when you will be available at home
In some countries it is common for young people to leave home and live on their own or with friends when they finish school. Some people think this is a good idea for young people. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In the past peolpe used to travel abroad to look for many differences from their home country. Nowadays, cities throughout the world are becoming more and more similar. What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home because of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.
Many countries are experiencing population growth and need more houses. Should these new homes be constructed in existing cities or should new towns be built in the countryside. What is your opinion?
Some people think that home schooling is better for children while other believe that formal schooling is important for children in their younger age. Which one do you think is better
Some feel that the best way to ensure a happy home life for children is for parents to take a parenting course once a year. Others disagree. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Students should live with parents rather than live away from home when studying at university. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
(Bar Chart) The first chart below shows the percentages of women and men in a country involved in some kinds of home tasks (cooking, cleaning, pet caring and repairing the house). The second chart shows the amount of time each gender spent on each task per day
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter to express your gratitude.
In your letter:
Introduce yourself and let him/her know why you are writing
Express your appreciation
And offer him/ her to visit your home with this family.
You do NOT need to write any address.
You should write at least 150 words.
In many countries children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for leaving home and taking responsibility. What are your opinions on this?
a close friend is coming to visit you. S/he has asked you for advice for things to do in your hometown and the surrounding area.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
• Ask for more details about your friend's plans.
• Suggest some places to visit and things to do in your hometown.
• Tell your friend about food or drink s/he should try during his/her stay.
Imagine that a company plans to build an industry in your hometown. Discuss the factory might improve your community. Do you favour or oppose to build in your community. Give reasons and examples.
Ordinary people copy famous people whome they see on TV and magazines. Do you think this is a positive development?
Interviews from tha basic selection criteria for most large companies. However, some people believe that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from home is recycled. They say that the onlt way to increase recycling is for government to make a legal requirment. To what extend do you think laws are needed to make people recycled more of their watse.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle moreof their waste?
Some people say it is important to keep your home and your workplace tidy, with everything organised and in the correcf place. What is your opinion about this?
Many young people are leaving their home in rural area to study or work in cities.What are the reasons? Do the advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?
Modern professional women confront a difficulty that men don’t generally face: the struggle to balance the pressures of work and home. In your opinion, how can this difficulty best be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledges and experiences.
Modern technology has made it possible for people to view exhibitions at home, so museums and art galleries will disappear soon. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have just moved into a new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that noise may disturb your neighbour
Write a letter to your neighbour
Introduce your self
Describe your plans for the party
Invitee your neighbour to come
These days, many people will stay home to watch a live performance (for example, a sports match or a concert) because they can see everything on a TV or computer screen. To what extent you agree or disagree?
You are going to visit New Zealand for an “English and Homestay” program. You have just received details of yours homestay host family.
Write your first letter to the family. In your letter
• Introduce yourself
• Ask the family to get information that is important to you
• Tell the family about your arrival date and time
You have recently moved to a different city. You did not have a chance to tell your
friend about the move,
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
Explain why you decided to move
Compare your new home with your previous home
Tell him/her about the area you are now living in
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for the governments to make it a legal requirement. To what exrent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
More and more people are working from home rather than at the workplaces. Some people say this will bring benefits to the workers and their families, but others think it will bring stress to the home. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many university students nowadays live away from their home and their parents because of their university location, while others live with their families. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each situation? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more companies are allowing employees to work at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative impact?
Smoked foods are popular worldwide because of their special flavour and their long life. The diagram below shows the structure of a home smokery and how it is used. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where revelant. Nhi
Many people are afraid of leaving home because of crimes. Some believe that more action should be taken to prevent crimes, but others feel little can be done. Discuss both views and give your opinion.