the chart below shows the total number of minutes of telephone calls in the uk, devided into three categories , from 1995-2002 summaries the informations
One of the widely discussed issues nowadays is a lot of pressure to work hard in their studies for young people in some countries. It is undeniable that having a little bit of leisure time has become an essential part of our life.
Some people believe more attractions can be taken to prevent crime, while othe think thay little can be done. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents are the best teachers. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. You should give reasons for your answer using your own ideas and experience.
You recently recived a letter from a friends asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job.
Writing a letter to this friend. Hn your letter
. say why he/sshe would not enjoy going to college
. explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
. suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her
You work in a busy but poorly organized office and you are keen to be promoted. Your
employer needs to find a new supervisor for your department.
Write a letter to your employer. In the letter
• Ask to be considered for this job
• Explain why you would be a suitable candidate
• Outline the current problems and the changes you would like to make
Some people think that it is important to have a single language as and international official language. Others think that it will make it difficult to identify the countries and cause a loss of culture. Discuss both viewpoint and give your opinion.
Some people think it is very good idea to bring your family when travelling overseas for work or study reasons. Discuss the advantage and disadvantage and give your opinion
The line graph illustrates the number of visitors in millions from the UK who went abroad and those that came to the UK between 1979 and 1999, while the bar chart shows which countries were the most popular for UK residents to visit in 1999.
Some people believe that children should obey rules and listen to their parents. Some others believe that less controlling will help children deal with adults’ life. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
You have recently landed in a foreign country on a work visa and are interested in seeking information and guidance about the various places in and around the city.
Write a letter to the relocation assistance provider seeing help. In your letter:
•explain why you are writing the letter.
•what kind of information you want.
•how and when you can get requested information.
Many schools today use school uniforms for the students. Many people llike this idea and some think it is not great. Give the advantages and disadvantages of using school uniforms.
: Some people believe that children should spend all of their free time with their families. Others believe that this is unneccessary or even negative. Discuss the possible arguments on both sides, and say which side you personally support.
Some prefer to stay in the same type of work all their life and others prefer to change their jobs from time to time. Discuss both sides and state your opinion.
Students in university education should develop specialist in one subject area rather than develop a wider range of different subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You want to start your own business. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter: tell him/her about your business
explain why you think it is a good idea and
ask him/her for some help or advice
Home schooling is getting a lot importance over traditional learning environment provided by schools. What is your opinion on the subject?
Some countries import a large amount of food from other parts of the world. To what extend is this a positive or negative trend? Every country develops its products through importing and exporting and this will have a good effect on its economy, especially import is important for every country. In this essay, it will be considered about import is agree or disagree.
Some people think violent films have negative effect on people and should be banned. Other think that they are just relaxation. Discuss both sides and give opinion.
The chart below shows the expenditure on three categories among different age groups of residents in the UK in 2004. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some cities create housing areas by providing taller buildings. Others create housing by building houses on a wider area of land. What solution is better?
In many countries, children are engaged in some kinds of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong. While others concider it as valuable work experience important for learning and taking responsibility. What are your opinion on this issue
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. Should wealthy nations be required to share their wealth among poorer nations by providing such things as food and education? Or is it the responsibility of the governments of poorer nations to look after their citizens themselves? Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and with relevant evidence.
Some people think that children should be taught to be competitive in school. Others, however, say that cooperation and team working skills are more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people think that the government should provide free public libraries in every town, while others think that this is a waste of money because people can access information on the internet. Discuss both viewpoints and give your own opinion.
We have long imagined the possibility that life exists on other planets . Do you believe that there is life in the universe outside of earth? What would be the implications of proving that alien life exists? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people think traffic and housing problems in big cities can be solved by moving companies and their employees to the countryside. Do you agree or disagree with this statement ?
Some people think that government should decide which subject should students’ study at the University while others believe that students should be allowed to apply for subjects they prefer. Discuss both views.
You recently visited a foreign country and gost some information at the Tourist Information Centre. The information given to you was wrong.
Write a letter to the centre manager and explain:
- what was the information required
- how was the wrong information provided?
- what problem did you have because of this?
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don't fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter
•say which points in the article you agree with.
•explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres.
•offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article.
Fresh water has always been a limited resource in some parts of the world. Today, however, growing worldwide demand has made this a global problem. What are the causes of the increased demand and what measure could governments and individuals take to respond to this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
discipline is an ever increasing problem in modern society .Some people think that discipline should be the responsibility of teacher , while other think that is the role of parents. Discuss both sides and give your opinion .
To solve the problem of traffic congestion govt should provide free public transport 24*7. To what extent do you agree or disagree. more disagree as there could be so many other ways to sort it out. It helps companies to change the working hours
Some people regard video games as harmless fun or even as useful educational tool. Othera, however, believe that video games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion do drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?
Gone are the days when children dreamed of becoming doctors and nurses –
today’s children want to become YouTubers or vloggers. According to a survey
of 1,000 children aged six to 17, more than three quarters of them say they’d
consider a career in online videos. (Adapted from
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4532266/75-cent-children-want-
YouTubers-vloggers.html)
It is dangerous for kids to aspire to become a YouTube sensation.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Technological development leads to lots of environmental issues. Some people think a simple life style can preserve environment while others argue that technology itself can solve it. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge of experience
Some people believe they should choose professions based on their interests. Other people prefer choosing professions based on income. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The charts show information concerning speed-camera use, together with statistics on road accidents, for the city of Melbourne. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think young people are not suitable for important positions in the government, while others people think it is a good idea for young people to take on these position. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Completing university is thought be syme to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and dveloping soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
echnology is being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the total numbers of minutes (in billions) of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three categories from 1995 to 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people believe that in order to have clean and tidy streets in their neighborhood, this should be the residents' responsibility, while others think that it should be the governments' duty. what is your opinion?
Writing task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure center it runs to save money.
Write to your local council. In your letter
. Let us know how you and your friends or family can use the center
. explain why a sports and leisure center is important to the local community
. describe the possible effects on the local population if the center were to close
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to enter any address.
Start your letter like this:
Globalization has connected societies, but it has also raised concerns about cultural homogenization. Discuss the impacts of globalization on cultural identity and ways to preserve cultural diversity in a globalized
Some people feel that the media has the strongest impact on people’s lives. Others feel that it is politicians who have the most control over the way people lives. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion
The art, including art ,music and theatre are considered to be important in society. Do you think the art still have a place amoungst our modern lifestyles? Should the art be included in the school curriculum
An old car was left on the street near your street several weeks ago. The car is now causing a problem for residents. Write a letter to the Council. In your letter:
- Describe the car;
- Outline the problems it is causing;
-Tell the Council what you want them to do about it.
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Councilor,
The use of phones,tablets, and other devices while walking in public places has been a concern for many commentators. What hazards can arise if people are guided by such devices when walking down the street? How could these problems can be solved?
In some places old age is valued, while in other ultures youth is considered more important.Discuss both views and give your opinion.