Some people like to travel to somewhere new and different when they go on holiday, while others prefer familiar places. Do you think thers are more advantages or disadvantages to visiting new places?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a full-time job and you are also doing a part-time evening course.
You now find that you cannot continue the course.
Write a letter to your teachers. In your letter
describe the situation
explain why you cannot continue at this time
say what action you would like to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ................. ,
There are three main things to consider before writing your essay:
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
You would like to buy some electrical goods at a shop in a town which is far from your home.Write a letter to the manager of the shop. In your letter:
say which electrical goods you want
ask questions about the cost of the goods and how to pay
explain how you will collect the goods
You bought a TV a week ago but when you got home you discovered it did not work properly. You called customer service to report the problem but you have not yet received any help.
Write a letter to the company and in your letter:
*introduce yourself
*explain the problem
*and state what action you would like from the company
You work (or an international company, and would like to spend six months
working in its head office in anothor country.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• explain why you want to work in the company's head office for six months
• say how your work could be done while you are away
• ask for his or her help in arranging it
Some people say that using public transport is more convenient and enjoyable than using private transport like a car or motorcycle. What is your opinion about this?
You recently received a message from your local council about changes to a public park in your area.
📌 Write a letter to the manager of the park.
In your letter:
say how you feel about the changes
describe any problems these changes may cause
suggest what improvements you would like to see
Popular events like football world cup and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this option?
A magazine wants to include contribution from its readers for an article called 'the book that influenced me most". Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influences you most. In your letter,
-describe what this book was about,
-explain how this book influenced you,
-say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
you are looking for a full time job. write a letter to an employent agency.
introduce yourself
explain what sort of job you would like
say what experience and skills you have
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they shoyld only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that being a bisinessman is burdening,while others believe that entrepreneurship gives the chance to live like the individual wants.To what extent do you agree
You recently travelled with a certain airline. Write a letter to the manager about your experience. Please say
– Where and when did you travel?
– What did you like or dislike?
– What can you suggest for improvement?
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:
* Describe what happened that caused you to miss your flight
* Explain how missing your flight impacted you
* Clearly state what you would like the airline to do
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In many countries athletes earn much more money than professional like doctor, teachers or engineers.why do you think this happens and consider it is good or bad
As more and more students enter universities; academic qualifications are becoming devalued. To get ahead in many professions, more than one degree is now required, and in the future, people will likely take some degree courses before even starting work. It is an undesirable situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Now a lot of people in the college are doing academic study, we should encourage them to learn a vocational skill (like plumber and electrician.) Do you agree or disagree?
You read in a newspaper that a company is going to
renovate some school buildings in your local area that are in a
poor condition. You would like to offer your help.
Write a letter to the charity paying for the renovation.In your
letter
● explain why you want to help with the renovations
● suggest what you can do to help
● say when you are available to start work
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.
Write a letter to the manager of your local bus service. They have recently made some changes to the bus services which created inconveniences for you. In your letter, explain:
-what are the changes
-what are the problems you are facing
-what part of the service would you like to change
you work for an international company, and would like to spend six month working in its head office in another country.
write a letter to you manager. in your letter
explain why you want to work in the company's head office for six month
say how your work could be done while you are away
ask for her/his help in arranging it
letter to the restaurant that you enjoyed 1. describe your visit 2. reason 3. what did u like the most
Some people believe that the higher a product is priced, the more likely it is that people will want to buy it. To what extent does price influence potential buyers? What other factors influence people to buy a ptoduct?
Some people think that people should be given the right to use freshwater as they like. Others believe governments should tightly control the use of freshwater. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have lost an item of value on a train.
Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter
•describe the item
•explain where and when you left it
•say what action you would like the company to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make.
Write a letter to the bank manager. In the letter:
• Introduce yourself.
• Explain that you did not buy the items listed.
• Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem.
The use of mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries and shops. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
There is a problem in the road outside your house. Write a letter to your local councilor. In your letter
-introduce yourself
-explain what the problem is
-tell the councilor what you would like to be done
You need a website for your business, and you would like to ask your friend to build it. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter
•Include a brief description of your business
•Explain what you would like to have on the website
•Provide some ideas on the use of images on the website.
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
- Give details of your studies
⁃Explain why you want to get a part-time job
⁃Suggest how you friend could helo you find a job
You are planning a two-week vacation, and need someone to take care of your house while you are away. Write a letter to your neigbour. In your letter:
tell your neighbour that you are going away
ask your neighbour to take care of your house for you
explain what task you would like your neighbour to do
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those relate to science and technology. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/she has asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. 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
In some cities, there is less control over the design and construction of new homes and office buildings. People can build in whatever style they like. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people say that the best of improve road safety is to icrease the minimum legal age for driving cars or riding motorbikes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your local newspaper published an advertisement asking people to offer time for local environmental initiatives in your area.
Write a letter to the project manager to offer your help. In your letter:
Describe a local volunteer project that you are passionate about
Explain what you would like to do to help
Suggest how to gather more support for the cause
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Your child is going on a three day school trip to another country. The head teacher wants to find parents to go with the group and
you would like to go.
Write a letter to the head teacher. In your letter:
● Say why you would like to go on the trip
● Suggest what you could do to help during the trip
● Ask other questions about the trip
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as foood, 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 matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You are new to the city and you would like to take your family out for a meal.
Write a letter to your friend who is familiar with the city. In your letter:
• Tell him or her about the occasion
• Tell him or her about what kind of a restaurant you prefer
• Ask him suitable recommendations
Start with Dear..............,
Some people like to try new things, for example, places and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attitudes and give your own opinion
You recently sent a valuable parcel through a courier company, but it has not arrived at its destination.
Write a letter to the courier company. In your letter:
• Give details of the parcel and when you sent it.
• Explain the importance of the parcel's contents.
• Suggest what action you would like the company to take.
You should spend about 20 minutes on thi
You would like to participate in a work-related seminar in another country. Write a letter to the person in charge of the seminar. In your letter:
Ask for detailed information regarding the program contents.
Cost of the program and any discounts for company-sponsored professionals.
Provision of accommodation during the program.
In recent years a large number of highly professionals like doctors, engineers and IT professionals from poorer businesses are leaving their countries for developed countries for better-paying jobs. What are the possible problems of this and what solutions can you suggest to deal with this issue?
The table shows the result of a survey by a magazine about what kind of articles people of different age groups like to read. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Practice 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course. Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter, •describe the situation •explain why you cannot continue at this time •say what action you would like to take You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any ad
ome people think 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 decision about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as foods, 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 matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You recently organized an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food served for lunch. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
•Say what the participant liked about the hotel.
•Explain why they were unhappy about the hotel.
•Suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in the future.
You are planning to go and study English at a school overseas.You would like some information about their courses.Write a letter to the school.In your latter