An increasing number of schools provide tablets and laptop computers forstudents to use in school, replacing books and other printed materials likeexams and assignments.What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
The violence portrayed on T.V and in the movies leads to an increase in crime in our society. People who watch violent movies are more likely to become criminals. Do you agree or disagree?
Television sports shows such as Olympic are a good source of motivation for youths who do not like to exercise much. To you agree or disagree?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a campus 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 camping with your friend this summer
Write at least 150 words.
You do not need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follow:
Dear….,
You live in an English speaking country and you want to do some voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which organizes such trips. In your letter:
Explain why you want to do the voluntary work.
State what your skills and experience are.
Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Some people say that individuals who make a lot of money are the most successful. Others think that those who contribute to society like scientists and teachers are more successful. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people thimk that, in today's world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important tham History. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You want to sell some of your furniture. You think a friend of yours might like to buy it from you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• explain why you are selling - bed, moved to new place, 1 bedroom, spare,
• describe the furniture - made from best quality wood, have bought it from Karan Furnitures which is famous for its quality, mattresses also, detachable drawers on both sides where you can keep stuff
• suggest a date when your friend can come and see the furniture - free over weekend, can come and see the condition, if fine can take along, know some of the movers n packers,
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. There are many problems with this arrangement and you find it difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter:
describe the situation
explain the problems and why is it difficult to work
say how you would like the situation resolved
You bought a TV a week ago but when you got home you discovered it didn't work properly. You called customer service to report the problem but you have not yet received 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.
Some people 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 on individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that is important for children to make decision about matters that affect them. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
An increasing amount of people are emigrating from third world to western countries to fill openings in special job fields like engineering, computing, and medicine. Some think that by encouraging this immigration, rich countries are stealing from the poor. Others feel that this is only a natural movement. Explain your opinion and why.
Some people 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 matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people like to eat unhealthy food even though they know that it is bad for them. Why is this the cause? What measures can effectively improve people’s unhealthy eating habits?
You recently organised an all day meeting for your company,which took place in a local hotel.In their feedback,participants at the meeting said that they like the hotel,they were unhappy about the foodthat was served for lunch.Write a letter to the manager of the hotel.In your letter
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.
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.
- introduce yourself
- explain the problem
- and state what action you would like from tge company
Too much money is spent on maintaining and repairing old buildings. Some people think that they should be knocked out to give way to modern buildings.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The vast majority people believe in constructing stylish buildings to live in while many suggest to keep the ancient buildings. Ancient buildings send message to the new generation on what did look like and their behaviours.
There are many reasons to illustrate on how the old buildings are important for the new generations. First of all, the ancient buildings are made by our ancestors and I personally believe that we should have a look their imaginations and constructing buildings. Second of all, to see the constructing historic buildings make us more creative persons in our live to make even better buildings for the generations ahead.
On the other hand, new constructions can be an innovative model. If I point it out to some example, the connection of people in highly raised buildings are more simplified than the old ones. For instance, the high raised buildings is more proper for the economy and population. Office workers can be easily contacted.
Consequently, office workers and city dwellers do not waste the connection time. Many people are also happy to manage their things closely in office and it’s definitely preventing from going far away from an office to another.
Task 1
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
Write at least 150 words. You get 20 minutes to complete this task.
Mrs Barreet, an English-Speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help in her home for a few hours a day up to next summer Write a letter to Mrs Barreet. In your letter 1. Suggest how you could help her in her home 2. Say why you would like to do this work 3. Explain when you will and will not be available
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?
Nowadays, young people face significant pressure to achieve academic excellence. Consequently, some argue that non-academic subjects like physical education and cooking should be eliminated from the school curriculum to allow students to focus solely on core academic disciplines. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Other people think that, in today's world, subject like Science and Technology are more important than History. Disucss both these views and give your 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
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ................. ,
Society is becoming obssesd with material goods like fast cars, designer cothes and flashy jewellery. We have stopped caring about importatnt things and this is why divorce rates are so high and family bonds are not as strong anymore; our value system is disintegrating. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Society is becoming obsessed with material goods like fast cars, designer clothes and flashy jewellery. We have stopped caring about the important things and that is why divorce rates are so high and family bonds are not as strong anymore; our valve system is disintegrating. To what extent do you agree and disagree?
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English-speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to the landlord. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like the landlord to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Some people spend a lot of money for their wedding ceremonies. However, others feel like it is unnecessary to spend a lot. Discuss both viewpoints and give your own opinion.
You are attending a course at an evening school.
Write a letter to the director of the school with a complaint about the course.
In your letter, you should:
– Describe the course you are taking.
– Explain what you don’t like about the course.
– Give your opinion about what should be done about it.
Your employer has recently allowed some employees to work remotely from home. You would also like to work from home.
Write a letter to the HR manager for permission to work from home for the next six months. In your letter,
mention why you are writing
explain why you would like to work from home
say how this can benefit you and the company
It has been argued that giving gifts to friends and family should not be encouraged, because money is often wasted on things that people do not like or want. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You would like to apply for a full-time position at an international airport. Write to the human resource department and say.
-What job you are interested in
-Explain what you are currently doing
-Why do you think you are best candidate for the job
Few countries think that people at the age greater than 30 can do things like vote for country, marriage, getting driving license etc while most of the country oppose. What do you think?
n a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company.
In your letter
● describe the item you lost
● explain how you lost it
● tell the insurance company what you would like them to
do.
Your company has sent you on a three-month course in another country. The course is coming to an end but you would like to prolong your stay. Write a letter to your manager, in your letter:
Describe how the course has benefited you
Explain why you would like to delay your return
Suggest a date when you would like to come back
ou would like to take a part-time course at the university, but don’t have the money to do it. Write a letter to an organization that supports students financially and asks for help. In your letter
– Describe your qualification and degree.
– Provide some details of the course.
– Explain how this course will help you in the future.
Some believe that secondary school children should study international news like other subjects in school, while others believe that this is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have just returned from holiday and were not satisfied with your trip. Write to the travel agency. In your letter
•Say where / when you went on holiday
•Explain why you are not satisfied with your holiday
•Tell them what you would like them to do
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
You want to sell your laptop. You think a friend of yours might like to to buy it from you. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
Explain why you are selling the laptop
Discribe the laptop
Suggest a date when your friend can come and see it
ou recently purchased an item online, but you received the wrong product.
Write a letter to the online store. In your letter:
Describe what item you ordered
Explain what item you received instead
Say what you would like the company to do
The bar charts illustrate about two types of TV shows in Australia, reality shows and game shows, liked to watch by male and female and four different groups of age.
You have lost something on a bus and called customer service to get help. You weren't happy with their response. Write a letter to the bus company manager. In your letter, you should:
• describe the item you lost
explain why you weren't happy with the customer service
• say what action you would like the company to take.
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
ASSGNMENT
There have been some problems with the bus servicing, especially its reliability, in your area over the last two weeks. Write a letter to the manager of the bus company, in your letter:
1. Describe what the problems are
2. Explain how these problems are affecting you
3. Suggest what you would like the company to do
Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks, and motorcycles are banned from the city center. Public transportation like buses, taxis, and metros are advised. To what extent do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
An overseas friend wants to visit your country on holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
Recommend the best time of year to visit and why
Describe the types of accommodation your friend could choose
Say what you would like to show your friend in your country
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Academic Writing Part 2 The average standard of people's health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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:
Some people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries, shops, and public transportation. To what extend do you agree or disagree.
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. – I am on vacation
• Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem.- investigate the case/send revised credit card statemen
Television sports program shows such Olympic are a good source of motivation for youths who do not like to exercise much. Do you agree or disagree include examples in your answer and provide your owns opinion.