Professional athletes in popular sports such as football and basketball are paid millions of dollars. Some people believe this is unfair, especially since other professions, such as nurses and primary teachers are paid such low salaries. To what extent do you agree that professional athletes are overpaid?
Waste disposal has become a major problem in your community. Some people say that the solution is for the government to provide waste bin for every household.DO AGREE OR DISAGREE. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
-Give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
-Explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
-Describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes.
More and more young people from wealthy countries are spending a short time doing unpaid work such as teaching or building houses for communities in poorer countries. Why young people choose to do so? Who will benefit more: young people or the communities? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The two pie charts provide the information about the increase and decrease of the world population in a century.
Some people feel that cities should allow for spaces for graffiti while others feel it should be banned. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter,
• describe what you enjoyed about the course
• say how much cooking you've done since the course
• suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some individual act in an anti-social way, such as committing the crime. What are the causes behind such behavior? What are some solutions?
Environmental hazards are often too great for particular countries or individulas to tackle. We have arrived at a point in time where the only way to lessen environmental problem is at an international level . To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Climate Change is a phenomenon that affects countries all over the world. Many people strongly believe that it is the responsability of individuals, rather than corporations and governments, to deal with this problem. To what extent do you agree?
Students should pay full cost for their own study, because univeristy education benefits individuals rather than society. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Demands of food is increasing worldwide, what are the causes of this ? what measures can the international community take to make sure the food supply is enough?
You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken.
Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter
● describe the problem with the equipment
● explain what happened when you phoned the shop
● say what you would like the manager to do.
Shopping is becoming more and more popular as a leisure activity. However, some people feel that this has both positive and negative effects. Why is shopping so popular? What effects does its increase in popularity have on individuals and on society. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowlegde or experience.
Some people think that the best way for the government to solve traffic congestion is to provide free public transport 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2017.1.21 2014.1.9
You have reserved a holiday apartment in the city for your elderly parents and want to confirm the arrangements.
Write a letter to the rental agency. In your letter:
confirm the date and time of your parents' arrival
explain the special needs that they have, as an elderly couple
say how you will organise your parents' arrival and departure.
Some people believe that it is better for children to grow up in the countryside, while others think that life in the city is more beneficial for children’s development. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many people believe that it is better for children to grow up in the countryside rather than in a big city. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each place?
+ 5mins Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a univer¬sity should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own know¬ledge or experience.
A healthy person is often described as someone who has a good diet, gets plenty of exerciseand avoids stress. What should people do to stay healthy in your country? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think success in life comes from hard work and determination, but others think there are more important factors. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Today, wordly corona virus widespread becpome every nation problem, including education sector and it make many educational officrs and experts suggest the government to spent more budget for free internet access. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions per person in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy and Portugal between 1967 and 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions per person, 1967-2007 12 10 CO2 emissions in metric tonnes 0 8 United Kingdom 6 Sweden Italy Portugal 4 2 1967 1977 1987 1997 2007
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel . Write a letter to the hotel making the arrangement. Let them know when you will be arriving and leaving, what type of rooms you would like, and ask them how much the weekend will cost. Also enquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel .
Describe the information below and discuss the implications for dental health. » Acid level in mouth from consumption of sugar/honey
School children are becoming far too dependant on computers. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. Teachers need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all costs and go back to teaching basic study skills. Do you agree or disagree?
An increasing number of couples have adopted a “chidless” lifestyle over the last decades. What do you think is causing this? What effects will this trend have on society?
Some people believe that children’s leisure activities must be educational, otherwise they are a complete waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your aswer and include any relevant examples from your experience. what would be the ideas
The bar charts below provide information about percentages of students who are proficient in a foreign language in different countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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
In most countries, prison is an effective solution for the problem of crime. Some people think a more effective solution is to provide a better education. To what extent do you agree or disagree
You recently did a short cookery courses a cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course write a letter to the coolest director at the cookery school in your letter describe what you enjoy about the course say how much cooking you have done since the course suggest another cookery course you do likes school to offer
Some people view video games as harmful, while others believe they have positive impacts, such as enhancing educational skills. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
People face far greater risks in the modern way of life than they did in the past. How far do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Should wealthy nations be required to share their wealth among poorer nations by providing such as education and health ? To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
While some people think youth should adhere to the customs of their society, others believe they should be allowed to act independently and develop their own identity.Both views will be discussed in this essay.
Many people think that home cooked food is healthy, but many people still prefer eating out. Why is this so? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people think that exercise is the key to health, while others feel that having a balanced diet is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
Some people believe that students should study subjects that will be useful for their future careers. Others think it is more important for students to study a wide range of subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Overpopulation is becoming a serious issue in many parts of the world. Some people believe that governments should take strict measures to control population growth, while others think it is up to individuals to decide how many children they have. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Whereas the given diagram displays the main causes of agricultural land degradation, the table represents data about impact of the aforementioned reasons to North America, Europe and Oceanida in 1990s.
You stayed at a friend's house while he/she was away. There was a prob-
lem with a kitchen appliance.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter explain
· how you liked staying at his/her house
· what the problem with the kitchen appliance was
· what you did to solve the problem
Write about 150 words in an appropriate format and style.
You can use this page for any rough work
In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. the only people travelling inside the vehicle. Advantages oughtweigh the disadvantages.
n recent years, there has been growing interest in the relationship between equality and personal achievement. Some people believe that individuals can achieve more in egalitarian societies. Others believe that high levels of personal achievement are possible only if individuals are free to succeed or fail according to their individual merits. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion?
Today, wordly corona virus widespread become every nation problem, including education sector and it make many educational officers and experts suggest the government to spent more budget for free internet access. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your aunt lives in one of the cities you will be visiting.
Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter:
•Tell her about your holiday plans
•Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip
•Explain how you will make it up to her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Aunt Sally,
Students should pay the full cost of their own study because university education benefits individual rather than society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table below shows the results of a survey of first-year students taking various courses at a particular university. It shows how many of the students considered various aspects of.. their course 'very good.
In the past, most people used to travel to their place of work. with increased use of computers the Internet and smartphones more and more people are starting to work from home . what are the advantages and disadvantages of the yeast development you should use your own ideas knowledge and eperience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Some people believe having a good teacher is the ultimate recipe for a student success. Others think a the desire to succeed is most important. Discuss both sides ad give your opinion.