The issue of being gay remains controversial. Some people think that this trend has adverse effect on the society while others believe that it is seen as a natural trend and right for people to choose this type of gender. Should being gay be legal? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Should young people follow older people’s example or it’s good for them to challenge older ‘s opinion and thoughts. Discuss both of the views and give your opinion.
In some countries the average worker is obliged to retire at the age of 50, while in others people can work until they are 65 or 70. Meanwhile, we see some politicians enjoying power well into their eighties. Clearly, there is little agreement on an appropriate retirement age. Until what age do you think people should be encouraged to remain in paid employment? Give reasons for your answer.
In some part of world it is becoming popular to research the history of one’s own family. Why might people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative development?
some people believe that studying at universityor college is the best route to a suceesful career, while others believe that it is better to get job straight after gruaduating from high school. Disscuss both view and give your opinion. '
The line graph below presents the percentage of travellers to England who visited four different attractions in Brighton.
Topic: More and more people are becoming seriously overweight. Some people suggest that the solution to this problem is to increase the price of fattening foods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think cheap air travel brings us benefits while others believe that non-essential flights should be cut in order to reduce environmental problems caused by cheap air travel. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Even though globalization has brought benefits to many countries, its negative side should not be forgotten. To what extent do you agree?
Everyone should stay in school until the age of eighteen, considering the significance of primary and secondary level education in a learner’s life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter
explain what has happened
describe the bag and its contents
say what you would like them to do about this problem
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Convenience food will become increasingly prevalent and replace by traditional food preparaation. To waht extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You recently bought an electronic device for your home. Your friend wants to buy the same device and has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter
describe the device
please explain why you bought it
say whether or not your friend should buy it and why.
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
… tell your friend about the job
…what sort of work it involves
…say why you think the job would be suitable for him
…explain how to apply for the job
Write at least 150 words.
You do not need to write any address.
Begin your letter as follows
Dear….,
In the future, people may no longerbe able to pay for things in shops using cash. Allpayments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this will happen one day? Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?
Some people say it is important to keep your home and workplace tidy, with everthing organized and in the right place. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relavant examples from your knowledge or experience
Some people think that parent should teach children how to be good members of the society .Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss bought of this argument and give your opinion .
You have bought a new computer but when you got home you found it had some problems. You returned the computer and spoke to the company representative two weeks ago, but the computer has not been fixed yet. Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
explain what the problem with the computer is
explain what the representative told you about it
tell them what you would like to be done about the situation.
Write at least 150 words.
You recently bought some train tickets for a journey a week in advance. When you went to the station to catch the train, you were told you could not use the tickets and the staff were very unhelpful to you.
Describe the problem you had with the tickets.
Say why you were unhappy with the staff.
Suggest what action the train company should take.
The line graph below shows the percentage of tourists to England who visited four different attractions in Brighton. (Chris)
Q. A rise in the standard of living in a country often only seems to benefit cities rather than rural areas. What problems can this cause? How might these problems be reduced?
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sports or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to be a good sport person or musician. Discuss both sites of views and give your opinion.
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. *Why might this be the case? *What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT STUDYING AT UNIVERSITY IS THE BEST ROUTE TO A SUCCESSFUL CAREER, WHILE OTHERS BELIEVE THAT IT IS BETTER TO GET A JOB STRAIGHT AFTER SCHOOL. DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS.
Your neighbor keeps his/her animal in the garden. Write to him/her about it and the inconvenience it causes you and your family. In your letter
· tell what the problem is
· explain why it causes inconvenience
· suggest a possible solution to it
· say what actions you might take if the need arises.
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very importatnt for people. Why misht this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
Children's Education is expensive. In some countries, the government pays some or all of the costs. Do the advantages outweight its disadvantages?
Some countries owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this happen? Do you think it is a good or negative
Some people believe that students should begin learning a language very early in school, while others think other subjects should be taught later. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In the future nobody will buy printed newspapers and books because they will be able to read everything online freely. To waht extent do you agree or disagree?
More children in developed countries are becoming overweight. This is a serious problem for wealthy countries. What are the most serious problems associated with obesity and what solutions can you suggest?
Unit 8 test 3 Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures do you think might be effective?
IIn some countries, owning a house rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
The growing numbers of overweight people is putting a strain on a health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
2. “In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them?”
The cost of flight has decreased significantly over the last decade. This has made overseas travel much more accessible. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
The graphs show figures relating to hours worked and stress levels amongst professionals in eight groups. Describe the information shown to a university or a college lecture.
The chart below shows the proportions of graduates from Brighton University in 2019 entering different employment sectors. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
It is often said that the subjects taught in schools are too academic in orientation and that it would be more useful for children to learn about practical matters such as home management, work and interpersonal skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Demand for gas and oil is increasing and so finding new resources in remote and untouched areas is a necesity. Do the advantages of this outweight its disadvantages ?
A growing number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as a human, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including use for foods and research. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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
nowadays people waste a lot of food that was bought from shops and restuarant s. Why do you think people wast food ? what can be done to reduce the amount of food they throw away.
Right now, private companies like SpaceX or Blue Origin can freely fly into space whenever they want. Governments should regulate and restrict space tourism to ensure safety and sustainability. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the inteernet has brought people closer togethert while others that people and communities are bbecome more isolated. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some say that children should be taught at school to recycling and avoid waste. Others say they should learn this at home. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people believe that the advent of technology, like the mobile phone and internet, has brought families closer. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some pople think that students should be taught how to manage money in primary schools and secondary schools because it is an important life skill. Do you agree or disagree?
Your neighbour keeps an animal in his / her garden and that is causing problem for you. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter:
say what the problem is and how it is affecting you
suggest how the problem could be solved
tell your neighbour what action you might take if the problem is not solved