Most people believe money is a very important consideration when chosing a job as it can help you get a better lifestyle; however, there are some believe it is more important to have a job you enjoy and that this, and not money, will lead to greater happiness and a more balanced personal life. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Provided maps illustrate the information on how the city of Eastminster changed over 10 years between 1999 and 2009.
In many countries, children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. What is your opinion?
Creative artists should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas (in words, pictures, music or films) in whichever way they wish. There should be no government restrictions on what they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people believe that time spent on televison, video and computer games can be valuavle for chidren. Others believe this has negative effects on a child. Discuss both views and give you own opinion
When we meet someone for the first time, we generally decide very quickly what kind of person we think they are and if we like them or not. Is this a good thing or a bad thing? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that teenage years are the happiest time of most people’s lives. Other think adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both sides of this argument and give your own opinion.
The chart below show various Career and Academic Choices Taken by High School Graduates in Lakeside Country in 2010 and 2020
Some people believe that rich countries should provide poorer countries with help that is not financial aid. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think person happiness is directly related to economic success, while others believe this depends on other factors. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
In many countries around the world young people decide to leave their parents home once they finish school. They start living on their own or share a home with friends. Some people think it is a positive thing. Do you agree or disagree?
The bar chart shows how worldwide sales of games software, CDs and DVDs/videos changed in the period from 2000 to 2003
some people think that it would be better for large companies to move to regional areas outside large urban centres. Do you think the advantages outweight the disadvantages?
Ordinary people try to copy famous people either reading magazines or watching t.v. why do they do this? do you think it is a good idea to copy famous people. Do you agree or disagree?
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is apossitive or negative development?
People can eat a wide variety of food that can be grown in other areas. As a result, people eat more food produced in other regions than that only locally made. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
2019-12-07: Task 1
You went on a trip and found that the guide was really helpful. Write a letter to the tour company manager.
In your letter, you should:
• describe the tour
• tell what you liked about the tour guide
• recommend manager ways/methods to appreciate the tour guide
Many people think that living in the city is better than living in the countryside. To what extent do you agree with this view? Công Thành
There is growing evidence that man-made activities are making global temperatures higher. What might be the man-made causes of temperature rising? How should we deal with this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experiences or knowledge
The graph below shows average carbon dioxide emission per person in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy and Portugal between 1967 and 2007.
The chart below shows the total number of minutes (in billioin) of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three catagories, from 1995-2002. Summarises the information by selection and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You have decided to go on a holiday to a foreign country for 2 weeks, and you want one of your friends to go with you.
Write a letter to your friend asking him to accompany you. In your letter,
– explain where and when you want to go
– give details of the travel, dates and costs involved
– describe some of the things you want to do
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Provide a short update about your life since you saw him/her last
- Explain why you will be traveling to his/her city
- Say what you would like to do when you visit his/her city
The line graph below shows the number of annual visits to Australia by overseas residents. The table below.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sports team for two years or to pay for two open-air concerts.
It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
& Describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team.
& Summaries the benefits of paying for the concerts.
& Say how you think the company should spend the money.
People can eat a wide variety of food that can be grown from other areas. As a results, people eat more food produced in other regions than local food. Do you think the advantage of this tend outweigh the disadvantage?
The increasing use of credit cards has led to a rise in personal dept. Some people argue that this is a problem that needs to be addressed, while others argue that it is a necessary part of modern life. Discuss both sides of this argument and give your own opinion.
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centers 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 center is different from most other town centers
.Offer to give guided tour of your twon to the writer of the articleI have recently
Some people believe that teachers should not give homework to the school students. Others, however, contradict and consider that it is necessary for their education. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that school children should be given money as a reward for academic excellence. Others argue that this is a bad idea. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Creative artists should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas ( in words, pictures, music or film) in wichever way they wish. There should be no government restrictions on what they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The table show the results of surveys in a European country, carried out in three different years. Percentage of residents expressing interest in certain sports .
Some think that resident should be responsible for keeping their areas clean and tidy, while others says it is the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this? Use specific details and examples to support your answer.
Some people think that the government should provide funding for arts . Others, however, believe that the money should be spend public health and education. Discuss both view and give you are own opinion.
All parent want the best opportunities for their children. There are some people who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a child’s future. Discuss both the sides and give your opinion
Some people feel that the effects of advertising are positive for individuals and businesses, while others think they are negative. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
People in some countries owning a home rather than renting one is considered very important. Why might this be the case? Is this a positive or negative development?
It has been claimed that workers over 50 are not resposilbe to rapidly changing ideas in the modern workplace and that for this reason younger workers are to be preferred. To what extend to you agree or disagree?
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for music and sport, and others are not. However, it’s sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss both ideas by giving your opinion.
t is a good idea for teenagers to have jobs while they are still students. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
•say why he/she 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 do NOT need to write any addresses.
Many people think that living in the city is better than living in the countryside. To what extent do you agree with this view? Minh Bui
The line graph shows visits to Disneyland and Sea World from 2001-2005. The bar chart shows the most popular rides and attactions in Disneyland
The table graph provides information on marriage trends in Australia over a 40- year period from 1960 to 2000.
Some people think that the government should decide the subject for students to study in university. Others believe that students should be allowed to apply for the subject they prefer. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
art is considered an essential part of all culutres throughout the world. However, these days fewer and fewer people appreciate art and turn their focus to science, technology, and business. Why do you think that is? What could be done to encourage more people to take interest in the arts?
The bar chart shows the results of a survey, in which people in Europe and the USA were asked what they consider to be the most important factor in the success of a business. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many parts of the world, some famous people are considered ‘role models', and they are having an increasing influence on the young. Does the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
Some people feel that petrol cars should be banned. Others feel that we should be allowed to drive petrol cars. Discuss both sides and giv e your opinion.