It is importatnt for people to take risk, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweight the disadvantages?
Some people believe that governments should ban dangerous sports even though others claim they should have the freedom to choose a sport to their liking. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
The graph describe the rate of adults in urban and rural areas who participated four free time activities in 1990 and 2010.
Globalisation has brought about more positive economic impacts than negative ones. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
The chart below shows the changes that took places in three different areas of crime in Newport city centre from 2003 -2012
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people، however, ، think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that housing facilities should be built in the vacant areas of cities and towns, while others believe that parks should be set instead. Planting trees is very important for the environment. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table and bar graph below show time spent on leisure and household activities in the UK. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries, despite the decline in serious crime, people feel less secure than ever before. What do you think are the main causes of this problem and what actions can be taken to solve it?
The table below shows the percentage of adults in urban and rural areas who took part in four free time activities in 1990 and 2010. Summarize the information and compare where relevant, by selecting and reporting the key features.
Some people believe that criminals should be put into prison as long as possible. However, others believe that it is necessary to educate those people in local community. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest time of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You applied for and paid to attend a series of three work-related seminars due to begin next week. unfortunately, you have just received news that your father has been taken ill suddenly and you will have to return home to Hong Kong to see him. You are disappointed as the seminar would have been very helpful to your career and you were looking forward to attending.
Write a letter to the owner of the hotel. in your letter
advise them of your inability to attend express your disappointment and apologies
ask you can attend the seminar was at the later date
if there are no more seminar this year ask for a refund
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior two children?
You have been living in a rental apartment for the past year. Recently, a new neighbor moved in who has loud parties several times a week.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter:
• Explain the situation
• Describe why it bothers you
• Suggest a solution
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr. Ronch
Some people think the news has no real connection to people’s lives, so reading newspapers or watching news programmes on television is a waste of time. Do you agree or disagree?
People should never eat meat because raising animals for human consumption is cruel. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons r your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many children are encouraged by their parents to get a part-time job in their free time. What are the advantages and disadvantages to children in doing so?
Some people believe that studying abroad is the best way to improve career opportunities. Others think it is better to study in your home country. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe zoos, where wild animals are kept in a man-made environment, should no longer exist in the twenty century. Do you agree or disagree?
Some countries have implemented mandatory community service programmes for young people. In these programmes, childred aged 16 to 18 do charity work, help old people and work with animals. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion
Some people believe that young people should spend their free time with family rather than go to entertainment activities outside the house. Some disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many people believe that the internet is an amazing invention which has improved dailey life. Others believe that it has caused many problems. Give the advantages and disadvantges of the internet.
You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident and wasn't able to play with you at the weekend. You decide to write to him in hospital, telling him about the match.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
tell him which team won
describe the conditions on the day
say how you felt about the match
Nowadays, people in some countries can choose to live and work anywhere they want because of the improvement in transportation and communication technologies. Discuss the benefits and the drawbacks of this
Some people believe that wild animals should not be kept in zoos or other man-made environments as there is no longer a need for them in the 21st century. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays more and more young people hold the important positions in the government. Some people think that is a good thing while others argue that it is not suitable. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many people say that governments should provide free healthcare for all their citizens so that private healthcare is unnecessary. Others claim that only private healthcare can provide the care needed by a country’s population. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
The pie chart show the reasons for immigrants to a European country in 2009 and reasons for immigrants from a European country in 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the mein features and make comparisons where relevant.
Is it necessary for companies to set up a customer services ? What's the extent that you agree or disagree that customer complaints will improve product or service?
a pie chart and a table show the source and the total value of fish imported to the U.S in 1988, 1992 and 2000
Some people believe that students should be taught international news as a subject at school. Others feel that this would be a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Today, companies use advertisements to affect people. Most of the advertisement strategies used by corporations to sell their products can be harmful to consumers. Some people argue that this kind of way to focus only on selling can be assessed as immoral and unacceptable.
You recently agreed to meet a friend but missed the meeting. Write an email to your friend. In your email •explain why you missed the meeting •describe the impact it had on your day •suggest how you can meet up in the future
To improve the job prospects, the secondary schools should spend more time teaching communication skills and business and spend less time on history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have rented a house by a lake for the summer. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter
•describe the house
•describe how you are spending your time there
• invite your friend to come and visit
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear………..
Some people think that the tennage years are the happiest times of most people's live. Others thin that adult life bring more happiness. In spite of greater responsibiilities Discuss both these views and give your own opinions.
the amount of time spend on sports and exercise should be increased in schools in order to tackle the problem of overweight childer ? do you think this the best way to deal with the problem? what other solutions can you suggest
Teenagers should never be put in prison with adults no matter how serious their crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some young people like to copy the behavior and clothes of famous Korean people today. Why do you think this is happening? What impacts may it have on society?
Some people think that it is more imprtant to spend money on roads and motorwawys than on public transport system such as railways and trams. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Gaming has become a popular e-sport and has been included in some regional and international sports events. Some people advocate this, claiming that there is almost no risk of injury with e-sports; others are worried that the increasing popularity of competitive gaming tournaments may exacerbate video game addiction among young people. Write an essay to present your opinion on this issue
Human activity has has a negative impact on animals and plants around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed while others believe action can be taken to bring about change. Discuss both
Human activities has negative impact on plants and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changes, while others believe actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discuss both and give y opinion.
Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both hese views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to manager of the hotel, In your letter
say where you think you left the papers
explain why they are so important
tell the manager what you want him/her to do
People nowadays put more emphasis on social skills. Some people believe that social skills are more important in addition to good qualification for job success. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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 of their own whishes .Other people believe that it is important for children to make decision about matters that affect them.Discuss both these view and give your own opinion
Some people think news has no connection to people’s lives, so it’s a waste of time to read the news on the newspaper or watch television news programs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Although you are meant to present your thesis project in one month, your sister is getting married in Spain at the same time. You would like to change dates for your presentation.
Write a letter to your professor. In your letter:
· Explain the situation
· Remind the professor of your academic achievements to date
· Ask for a different date to present your thesis