Fossil fuel (coal, oil and natural gas) are the main sources in many countries.But in some other countries the use of alternative sources of energy (wind energy and solar)are encouraged. To what extent do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Throughout the history people have dreamed of living in a perfect society, but people have not agreed on what a perfect society would be like. What do you think is the most important element for building a perfect society? How can people achieve this goal?
The charts below show the percantage of water used for different purposes in six areas of the world.
Most high level positions in companies are filled by men eventhough the workforce in many developed countries is more than 50%female. Companies should be required to allocate a certain % of these positions to women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people think that men and women have different qualities, therefore certain jobs are suitable for men and oters for women. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Study shows that many criminals have low levels of education. For this reason, some people believe that the best way to reduce crime is to educate people in prison, so that they can get a job when they leave prison. Do you agree or disagree?
The world of work is rapidly changing and employees cannot depend on having the same work or the same work conditions for life. Discuss the possible causes of these changes and suggest ways to prepare people for work in the future.
chool children are becoming far too dependant on computers. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. Teachers need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all costs and go back to teaching basic study skills. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think it is more important for government to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on the people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The diagram illustrates the process of lithography: a method used for printing newspapers. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where necessary.
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in science research, business and academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The diagram belonshows part of the nitrogen cycle in Earth.The black arrows represent the movement of nitrogen as it is changed.
ou have seen an advertisement from a couple who live in an Australia. For someone to teach their two children your language for a year. Write a letter the couple, in your letter:
explain why you think you would be suitable the job
say what else you could do for the family
give your reasons for wanting the job
The map below shows the development of the village of Ryemouth between 1995 and present. Summarise the information by selecting and report the main features nad make comparisons where relevant.
You are being sent on a one month work assignment in San Francisco, California. You need a place to stay while you are there. Write a letter to the Maury Samson Real Estate Agency. In your letter:
explain the situation
describe the kind of accommodation you would like
provide the dates you will need it
The graph below shows the average monthly change in the prices ot three metals during 2014. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others agrue that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both view and giving your opinion
As we acquire more knowledge, things do not become more comprehensible, but more complex and mysterious. Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the statement and explain your reasoning for the position you take.
In most developed countries the average life expectancy is constantly increasing. Discuss the positive and negative aspects of this trend.
Write a letter
You bought a set of China tea cups from a famous department store, as a Christmas present for your sister. When you reached home, you found that a few cups were broken. You went back to exchange the damaged cups, with the receipt, but the sales executive refused to take them back.
Write an email to the store manager in about 150-200 words. Your email should do the following things:
State what problem you had with the purchased item.
Complain about the inability of the sales staff to address the problem.
Describe how you want the store to solve the problem to your satisfaction."
In Some Areas Of The US, A Curfew Is Imposed In Which Teenagers Cannot Be Out Of Doors At Night. What’s your opinion?
For the past year, you have been a member of a local club. Now you want to discontinue
your membership.
Write a letter to the club secretary. In your letter
● state what type of membership you have and how you have paid for this
● give details of how you have benefited from the club
● explain why you want to leave
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high level of sugar, which causes many healthy problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. do you agree or disagree
Even though globalization affects the world’s economy in a very positive way, its negative side should not be forgotten. Discuss.
Some university students want to learn about other subjects, in addition to their main subjects. other believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. discuss both these wheels and give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the number of travellers using three major airports in New York City between 1995 and 2000.
you recently bought a new television when you unpacted it at home you found that it was change write a letter to the manager of the shop where you bought the television in your letter give detail of the television and when you bought it and explain about the damage and say what you want the manager to do
Using animals in research labs should be banned but other thinks this is essential. Discuss both view and give your opinion
The pie chart illustrates the number of people who visited movie theaters in the year 2000 according to their age groups.
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 Task 1 (general)
The pie charts depict online sales for Canadian retailers in 2005 and 2010. Overall, electronic appliances and food were the most commonly purchased items online during both years. In 2005, electronic appliances were the top-selling product, accounting for 35 percent of online sales, followed by home furnishings at 22%. Food and beverages represented 22% of the total online market, whilst video games made up the smallest share at 18 percent. However, the trend shifted by 2010. Although electronic goods still made up a significant portion of sales at 30%, they were no longer the top-selling category. Food and beverages took the lead, comprising a percentage of 32% of total sales. Video games moved into third place, accounting for 23% of online purchases, while home furnishings dropped to the lowest position, representing just 15 percent. In summary, electronics was consistently represented as a key segment of Canada's online market throughout both years.
In recent years, there has been a surge in popularity of electrical vehicles. What are the advantages and disadvantages of EVs? Discuss and provide examples.
The chart and table below give information about population figures in Japan. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others beliove that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research business and academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or two valuable to be shared freely discuss both the views and give your opinion.
overpopultarion in many major uraban cities is a serios problem. What are the causes of it? How can this problem be solved?
People living in the 21st century enjoy a better standard of living than people in previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A company is considering moving its headquarters to a new location to improve its business prospects. Some people believe that Move to a larger city with more business opportunities, better infrastructure, and access to a larger talent pool. Others believe that Stay in the current, smaller city where the cost of living is lower, employee satisfaction is high, and the company has established community ties. Give your opinion and state reason for your opinion
The three charts below show the value in Australian dollars of Australian trade with three different countries from 2004 to 2009. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below.
Some people that competative sports shuld be included as a subject in school. while others believe that it has negative effect on children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ou are a member of an organisation which meets regularly at a particular restaurant. The most recent meal you had there was not satisfactory.
Write a letter to the manager of the restaurant. In your letter
explain why you are writing
describe what went wrong with the meal and service
suggest what the manager should do to ensure that you and your group return to the restaurant
The diagram belows shows the stages in recycling aluminum drinks cans.
The graph illustrates the percentage of government spending on road and transport. in Italy, Portugal, the UK and the USA. Summarize nad make comparison where relavant.
Getting promotions is one of the biggest drives for people to apply themselves and work hard in the modern workplace. Why do you think people are so driven to get promotion? What other factors influence people to work hard?
Some people think tgat children 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.
The charts below show ưhat UK graduate and postgraduate students who did not go into full-time work did after leaving college in 2008
The graph below shows UK air pollutants in millions of tons, from three different sources, between 1990 and 2005.
The only way to prevent overcrowding in cities is to prevent migration from rural areas. Do you agree or disagree?
Paying all workers the same salary in a company promotes harmony and respect amongst colleagues. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The first graph gives the number of passengers travelling by train in Sydney. The second graph provides information on the percentage of trains running on time. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.