The chart shows the usage of yellow taxis and 2 ride-sharing services in New York City from 2015 and 2018.
The graph above shows the stock price of four technology companies between 2011 and 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feature and make comparisons where relevant.
To be labelled a ‘Work of Art’, a painting, sculpture or other art form should display certain qualities that are unique. However, over the past century there has been a decline in the quality of prize-winning artwork and it is now possible for quite ordinary pieces of art to be labelled ‘masterpieces’ whilst true works of art pass unnoticed. Do you agree or disagree?
Although you have never formally studied computing, you have always been interested in computers. You have just read about a computer course that really interests you, but it is only for people who have completed an elementary course.
Write a letter to the college enrolment officer. In your letter
explain why you are writing
describe your circumstances
ask if a special exception can be made for you so you can enrol in the course
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear
Goverments investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Goverments must invest this money in public services instead. Do you agree or disagree?
More and more people are using electric devices and computers to access information, therefore there is no need for printed books, magazines, and newspapers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to study/work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter:
describe the situation
explain your problems and why it is difficult to study/work
say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
you live in a room in college which you share with another student. You find it very difficult to work there because he or she always has friends visiting. They have parties in the room and sometimes borrow your things without asking you.
Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college and ask for a new room next term. You would prefer a single room. Explain your reasons.I kindly request to be moved to a single bedroom next term.
The practice of illegally hunting wild animals continues to cause concern in many countries, particularly developing countries. What are the causes of such hunting?
You have been have problems concerning your neighbour's trash lately.
Write a letter to the city enviromental officer. In you letter
derscribe the situation, explain how this problem is affecting you, suggest how the officer could help you with the problem.
Nowadays, many people prefer to seek medical advice on the Internet instead of seeing a qualified doctor. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive or a negative development?
You want to complain about the service you received in the hotel you stayed in while attending a recent meeting .
Write a letter to the person who organised the meeting . In your letter
•Describe the meeting
•Explain the problems with the service
•Suggest what the meeting organiser should do
Some prople consider price as the most important thing to think about when buying a product (such as a cell phone) or service (e.g. medical treatment). Do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the number of enquiries received by the Tourist Information Office in one city over a six-month period in 2011. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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 policyoutweigh the disadvantages?
The chart shows requests for information at a tourist office in the United Kingdom from January to June
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement, and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter,
•describe the situation
•explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
•say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagre
The number of people who are overweight is constantly growing, and the only solution is to increase the prices of unhealthy food and drinks. Do you agree or disagree?
You recently booked a guided city tour for your family. However, the guide gave incorrect information about several landmarks and ignored some questions, which disappointed your group.
Write a letter to the tour company manager. In your letter:
describe the problems with the tour guide’s service
explain how it affected your experience
suggest what the company could do to ensure better service in the future
your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport
Write an email to your friend. In your email
-Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn
-Explain how your friend could learn this sport
-Suggest that you both learn this sport together
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear…,
today more and more people want things instantly (eg goods, service,...) why is it? Is it a positive or a negative development ?
Write a letter of application to apply for the position a vice - principle at a school.
you are a member of a sports centre and you have noticed a problem which has not been fixed for some time. Write a letter to the manager of the gym. In your letter
•tell the manager about the problem
•explain how this issue is affecting your experience at the gym
•tell the manager what you would like to happen
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part if high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To waht extent do you agree or disagree?
You work in a shop and have noticed that many customers complain that the shop closes too early. You think that the shop should stay open until later.
Write a letter to the shop manager, in your letter
1. Describe the complaints that have been made
2. Explain why it is important that the shop should stay open until later
3. suggest how the opening hours should be changed
Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear_________________,
The line graph bellow shows information about avareage price on homes in thre countries from 1997 to 2014
Some people think women should be given equal chances to work and excel in their careers. Others believe that a women’s role should be limited to taking care of the house and children. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Include specific details and examples to support your choice
in many cities construction of new houses and office buildings is not controlled, and it leads to everybody building in whichever style they want without thinking about design. Do you agree that advantages outeeigh the disdvantages?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has ask for your advice. write a letter to your friednd.in your letter explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday describe some possible disadvantages say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
Some people say that it is important to dress well, according to the latest fashion & trends. Whilst some believe that it is a person’s choice as per their comfort and ease. Do you agree or disagree give your opinion.
In the past it was only possible to contact people at home by letter or telephone. Nowadays, mobile devices mean that we can communicate with people anywhere and at any time. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? (KLL)
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter
describe the situation
explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
. You want to buy some computers. Therefore, write to a vendor seeking
information and price quotation for the same.
In your letter
• introduce yourself
• give details on what types of computers you are looking for
• request the quotation
Last week, you celebrated your birthday with some friends in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed yourselves very much.
Write a letter to the restaurant. In your letter
mention the food and service
explain that you really enjoyed the atmosphere
suggest any improvements to make things better
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The diagram below shows the proposed changes to an office building. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
ome people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school Program (for example working for a charity, Improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently travelled on the local bus service in your town. You think the driver drove badly and was rude to the passengers. Write a letter to the manager of the local bus service. In your letter
- introduce yourself and say when the incident happened
- describe what you saw and heard
- say what you would like the bus company to do about it
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The unpaid community services (such as teaching children sports or working for the charity) should be made a necessary part in college programs. To what extent do you agree?
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Write a complaint letter to a moving company, let them know that they have damaged some of your furniture, tell them you’re not happy about the service and suggest a solution.
You have been working in a company for the last two years. Recently, your computer in the office has started giving some problems and it is affecting your work performance. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, describe the problem explain how it is affecting your work write what you want him to do regarding it You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
You are the manager of a restaurant that has received a letter of complaint about
poor service from a member of your staff. Write a letter of apology to the person
who has complained.
In your letter,
– say how sorry you are that the person has had a poor experience
– explain what action has been taken against the staff member
– offer a free meal for four people at the restaurant as a gesture of goodwill
Government should focus their spending on public service rather than on arts such as music and painting. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Increasing the prices of petrol is effctive way of reducing pollution and traffic.Do you agree or disagree. what other measuredo you think might be effective.
The two bar charts show the percentage of workers in three sectors — agriculture, industry, and services — in Germany, the USA, Japan, and China in 1980 and 2010
Many countries spend a lot of money in the arts. Some people think investment in the arts is necessary, but others say money is better spent on public service and facilities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter:
– Your reason for writing
– What you would like to happen
– A nice, respectful style
Some people beleve that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The charts below show the proportion of people's total spending in a particular European country was spent on different commodities and services in 1958 and in 2008. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main feature and make comparisons where relevant
Some people believe that media should be allowed to publish information about the private lives of famous people. Others say that everybody has a right to privacy and this practice must be controlled or even stopped. Discuss both views.