TEST 8 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?
In some countries, online shopping is gradually replacing in-store shopping. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative impacts. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The table below shows the sales made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday. ielts-academic-coffee-shop-sales Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Your have heard that a developer plans to build a shopping centre near your home. Write a letter to the council. In your letter ·
say how you heard about the plan ·
explain how you feel about it ·
ask for more information about it
The rise of online shopping has led to the decline of traditional brick-and-mortar stores. What solutions can be implemented to support local businesses and maintain vibrant communities?
Many countries have the same shops and products. Some consider it a positive development, whereas others consider it negative. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Shopping has become a favourite pastime among young people. Why do you think it is like that? Do you think they must be encouraged to do other things rather than shopping?
In many towns and cities,large shopping malls are replacing small local shops.Dou you think this is a positive development?Give your reasons and examples.
(2024) You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job.
Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter, describe the problem with the equipment explain how this problem is affecting your work
say what you want the shop or company to do
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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain of shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and it is still not ready.
Write a letter to the shop. In your letter
say what has happened and how you feel
ask them to explain why there has been a delay
ask them to repair the radio very quickly or to supply you with a new radio
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Today more people put personal and private information online to do everyday activities such as banking, shopping, and socializing. Is this a positive or negative development？
Shops should not be allowed to sell any foods or drinks that have been scientifically proven to be bad for people’s health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
thw two pie charts show online shopping sales for retail sectors in Canada in 2005 and 2010.
Scientists agree that many people are eating too much junk food and it is damaging their common health. Some people think that this problems can be solved by educating people to eat less junk food.Otherpeoplebelievethateducationwillnotwork.Discussbothopinionsandgiveyour own opinion
In the modern world it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via Internet and leave without any face to face on that with others. Is it a positive or negative development?
Many countries have the same shops and products. Some consider it a positive development, whereas others consider it negative. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
In many places of the world, more larger supermarkets are built while smaller local shops are closing down. Are there more advantages or disadvantages to local people?
The chart shows data about average weekly sales of two coffee shops in the New York in 2015.
Towns and cities should be divided into zones so that all the schools are in one area, all the shopping malls are located together and all the industrial sites are situated close to each other. To what extent do you agree that urban areas should be split into distinct zones?
In some countries, people waste a lot of food which is bought in shops and restaurants. What do you think are the reasons? What can be done to solve this problem？
In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work, and communicate with people via the internet without any face to face interaction. Is it a positive or negative development?
The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in towns and citites closing. Do you agree or disagree?
It can be difficult for small local shops to compete with large supermarkets and with on-line shops. How does this affect local communities? What could be done to improve this situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shaps in towns and cities closing. Do you agree or disagree?
Shopping is now one of the most popular forms of leisure activity in many countries for young adults. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
The pie charts below show the online shopping sales for retail sectors in New Zealand in 2003 and 2013. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Nowadays, more and more people choose to do their shopping online instead of going to physical stores. Why is this so? What are the disadvantages of this trend?
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers prefer going to large shopping centers or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or negative development?
the maps show Southside, a shopping mall, as it is now and plans for its development the maps show Southside, a shopping mall, as it is now and plans for its development
Nowadays many people prefer to shop in supermarket rather than small shops or local markets? Is this positive or negative for development? Discuss and give your opinion.
It is now possible to perform everyday tasks such as banking, shopping and business transactions without meeting people face to face. What are the effects it may bring on the individual and the society as a whole?
Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain of shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and it is still not ready.
Write a letter to the shop. In your letter
Say what has happened and how you feel
Ask them to explain why there has been a delay
Ask them to repair the radio very quickly or to supply you with a new radio
These days people are using the Internet for shopping, work and to communicate with others without the need for face to face meetings. Do the advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?
Nowadays, a lot of people use credit cards for online shopping. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages ?
People nowadays prefer to interact online (e.g. do shopping, chat with friends) rather than talking to other people face-to-face. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
You have recently bought a product from the local market,but it had already been used
Write a letter to the shopkeeper
Say when you bought it
Explain the situation
Ask for refund or replacement
The graph shows the number of shops that closed and the number of new shops that opened in one country between 2011 and 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant
Buying things on the internet, such as books, air tickets and groceries, is becoming more and more popular. Do the advantages of shopping in this way outweigh the advantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experiences.
You recently went shopping at a department store and you were disrespected by one of the employees .
Write a complaint letter to the sales manager of the department store.
In your letter you should
Let him know about the rude behaviour of the clerk
Clearly state how it happened
And tell the manager about the bad behavioir
n modern society, it is possible to go shopping, work and accommodate via the internet without face to face contact with one another. To what extent do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The graph below shows the number of shops that closed and the number of new shops that opened in one country between 2011 and 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevan
In many countries, small shops are closing. Give your reasons about this. Is it positive or negative? Give examples from your knowledge and experience
In recent years, online shopping has become increasingly popular. Some people think such a shopping method is beneficial, while others believe it creates more problems than it solves. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
For many, shopping malls are great places to spend their leisure time and meet others. People, however, in the past mostly visited those when necessary. To what extent do you think this is a negative trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Choose the option that you prefer. Why do you prefer your choice? Explain the reasons for your choice. Write about 150-200 words. Option A: Shopping Complex: This shopping mall would include restaurants, a large supermarket, and a movie theatre. Option B: Recreational Park: This park would include a sports complex, a large green area, and a small petting zoo.
These days people are using the Internet for shopping, work and to communicate with others without the need for face-to-face meetings. Do the advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?
Some people prefer shopping in the shopping centre while other prefer local markets.what are the advantage of each and what you prefer?
Shopping online is becoming much popular in todays world. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
In country where there is a high unemployment, most pupils should be offered only primary education. There is no point in offering secondary education to those who will have no hop of finding a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Shopping has turn out to be so popular amongst people. What impacts does have shopping on society and individuals. express your ideas and discuss the view.