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 services and facilities. Discuss Both views and give your own opinion.
Government should focus their spending on public services rather than on arts such as music and painting. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You bought a TV a week ago but when you got home it did not work properly. You calledcustomer service to report the problem but you have not yet received any help. Write a letter to the company.
The chart shows the usage of yellow taxis and 2 ride-sharing services in New York City from 2015 and 2018.
You live in a small university town. Last week, you drove to a big city about two hours away to buy a new laptop at a good price. You worked on the laptop all week and finished writing a long assignment that is due shortly. However, this week, the laptop doesn't even switch on. Write to the store. In your letter:
Write a letter to the company and in you letter:
● Tell the store where you live &
what happened
● Explain the problem with the
laptop
● State what action you would
like the store to take
Some business now say that no one can smoke cigarettes in their offices. Some government have banned smoking in public plces. Overall this is a very good idea. To what extent do you agree
The table and chart below gives information on the police budget for 20017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. the table shows where the money came fromand the charts show how it was distributed. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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Your friend has been offered a place on course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- describe where you lived when you were a student at the university
- recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation
- warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing
Nowadays, more people are becoming overweight some people think that the solution is to increase the price of fattening food? 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 work. write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. in this letter:
-describe the situation .
-explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
-say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Some people say that increasing prices of petrol is the best way to reduce traffic jams and pollution. Do you agree or disagree?
Some peopl believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothes and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matter that affect them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Humans tend to copy one another, especially in fashion, choice of clothes, and consumer goods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, the number of police officers in active service is decreasing. What do you think may be the reason for this? What effects might have on society?
Some peoplethink it is a better way to leave their home country toimprove their work and living opportunities, while others think staying in theirown country is a better choice. Discuss both viewsand give your own opinion.
Some people think that living in a city can give a lot of benefits in terms of health. Others think that living in the village is the best choice for a healthy lifestyle. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The devices people use to watch television in Canada. The pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two different years. (
Computer and modems have made it possible for office workers to do much of their work from home instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraging as it is good for both empoyers and workers. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teachign sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart shows the information relating to people within 15-minute drive service in a particular region in the UK. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons with relevant
Government investment in the art, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Government must invest this money in public services instead. Do you agree or disagree
Giving pocket money is very common in many countries. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages about the practice and your opinion on it.
Rising oil prices are the best way to deal with rising traffic and pollution problems. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? What other measures do you think can be effective?
A gift (such as a camera, a soccer ball, or an animal) can contribute to a child's development. What gift would you give to help a child develop? Why? Use reasons and specific examples to support your choice.
You recently ordered an expensive item from a mail order catalogue after you saw it being advertised at a discounted price in the press.
The company withdrew the offer after you made the order and charged you at the full price. Write a letter to the company outlining your dissatisfaction with the way you have been treated and the action you want them to take.
The most effective way to make crime rates go down is by giving the police more power. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have lost your student identification card. This has created some problems for you.
Write a letter to the director of student services. In your letter
advise them of your situation
explain how this is affecting you
request a new card
Some parents think that childcare centers provide the best services for children of pre-school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram below shows the different steps to make a simple ice cream recipe at home. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Yoy stayed in a hotel and was not satisfied with service. Write a letter to a manager
Some people think that the best way to resolve environmental problems is to increase fuel and vehicles’ prices. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
The plans show an office in a university in 2005 and the same office now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The devices people use to watch television in Canada. The pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two different years.(Anelya2)
You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently, you moved into a new neighborhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed that people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the change rooms. Write to Mr Koto, the manager. In your letter:
•explain who you are
•describe the problem exactly
•make suggestions to improve the gym
you have decide to leave your current job and look for a new one.
Write a letter to a friend. In your letter
- explain why you want to leave your current job
- describe what kind of jobyou are looking for
- ask for some help or advice
APPLICATION LETTER TOPIC . You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part-time job.
Write a letter to the restaurant’s manager. In your letter,
– explain that you would like to apply for the job
– give some details of any relevant experience that you have
– specify the days and times that would suit you
The graph below shows the average monthly prices in the pieces of three metals during 2014. Summarize key information nad make comparison where relavent.
The graph bellow shows the average monthly change in the prices of three metals during 2014./ Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the results of a questionnaire that asked visitors to the Parkway Hotel how they rated the hotel’s customer service. The same questionnaire was given to 100 guests in the years 2005 and 2010.
With the rapid advancement of communication technology, for example: smart phones, tables and other mobile devices, some people believe that the disadvantages outweigh the advantages. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
This days,children have easy access to home computers,tablets, and smartphones and mane spend a large part of free time using these devices. Discuss the disadvantages and advantages of this situation and give your opinion.
You celebrated your birthday with some friends last week in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed the evening very much. Write a letter to the restaurant to thank them. Mention the food, service and the atmosphere. Also suggest any improvements to make things better. You should You do NOT need to write your own address.
You have just come back from a long bus trip. You were unhappy with the service. Write a letter of complaint to the bus company
stating your reason for writing the letter
describing why you are unhappy
making suggestions for improvement.
Buying goods and service online is very popular and has many advantages, but it is not always safe to shop online. do you think the advantages gained from shopping online outweigh the disadvantages.
Nowadays, in most of the country there is the possibility for children to attend either single-sex schools or co-educational schools. In past time, male and female couldn’t go in the same school, so there were only single-sex schools and for this reason people didn’t have any choice and must send their children to that type of schools.
Consequently, now, there are more and more co-educational schools than single-sex schools which are becoming less common. Indeed, some parents don’t agree on sending their children to single-sex schools because this could cause problems in their future. Even though, single-sex schools seem to be more secure (controlled), where teachers can teach better and parents would be less worried on problems and arguments which can happen between the two different sex. Actually, these arguments are good for the development and growing of the children/prole.
For instance, in mixed school is represented the real society where people are not divided into the two sex and have to work together and collaborate. So, co-educational helps to share ideas and confront opinions among several people who will be next citizens of the world. Of course, diversity can generate fighting, but this is something that a child has to experience. (Moreover, this schools help to develop the socialization of the children and start to send them to the right way for life)
To sum up, I personally agree that children who attend single school would have some disadvantages in their future life, because society is mixed and the best time to learn how to live properly is actually childhood. In my opinion, school is a place for learning how to live with other people, for building/establish relationships and not only for memorizing topics.
One of your English-speaking friends has decided to spend a one week holiday in your town/city and has written to you asking for information and advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• recommend somewhere to stay
• give advice about what to see and do in your area
• give information about what clothes to bring.
Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country’s police force or military force, such as the army, while others think women are not suitable for these kings of jobs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The subjects and lesson contents are decided by the authorities such as the government. Some people argue thta teachers should make the choice. 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 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
The chart below shows information about changes in average house price in five different cities between 1990 and 2002 compared with the average house price in 1989.