Some people think that the purpose of TV news programs is to entertain viewers. Others believe that news programs should be educational and informative. What do you think the purpose of TV news programs is? Support your opinion with reasons and examples.
Some people think that man’s relationship with animals has changed throughout ages and their use of them in human life in modern era is totally different from what it is used to be. What extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Aisu
The chart below gives information about Southland's main exports in 2000,now and future for 2030.
You currently live in a rental apartment, and the noise from your neighbors disturbs you. Write a letter to your landlord.
In your letter
describe how this situation affects you;
explain what steps you have taken to address the problem;
ask the landlord to take action to resolve the issue.
the bar chart gives information about the phone usage among different age groups in a country from 1998 to 2000.
Some people think that men and women have different qualities, therefore certain jobs are suitable for men and others for women. To what exten do you argee or disagree?
The table below gives information about population in Australia and Malaysia in 1980 and 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You had some photos of your family taken by a professional photographer. Write a letter to the photographer.
In your letter
•say that you liked his/her photos of your family
•ask him/her to be your photographer at a special family event
•give him/her the details of the event.
In some countries, schools are open late so that children can be looked after when parents are at work. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages.
Research indicates that nowadays some consumers are much less Influenced by advertising than in the past. -what do you think are the reasons for this? -do you think this is a positive or negative developement?
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum. -Explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at museum -Describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful -Give details of when you would be available
The table shows the cost of water in 5 cities in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Some people think that success in life comes from hard work and br while others think that there are more important factors such as money and appearance .Discuss both views and give your opinion.
some people say that teaching adults is more fruitful than teaching kids in that it helps with your personal growth. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use personal experience and references to strengthen your arguments.
SOme believe that many countries, the investment of public money in arts can be justified. Other think that the government should spend more on health and education. Discuss both views and give your opinion
The growth in population in cities means that parks should now be used for residential and business purposes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Q. Global warming is one of the biggest threats humans face in the 21st century and sea levels are continuing to rise at alarming rates. What problems are associated with this and what are some possible solutions??
Some people think that music plays an important role in the society while others believe it’s simply a form of entertainment. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
The chart below show the percentage of water used for different purposes in six areas of the word.
Your English teacher has found a new penfriend. Write a letter to your penfriend and introduce yourself. Tell them what you do in your free time.
The graph below shows the average house price in three countries between the years 1997 and 2014.
The maps show Southside , a shopping mall as it is now , and plans for its development. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where revealent .
The line graph below shows the fast food consumption in various regions around the world from 1980 to 2022. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
The pie chart and the table depict the percentage of a few kinds of transport used in Edmonton and the purpose of driving cars for
The line chart shows different U.S. energy consumption from 1980 to 2030. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant."
The chart below gives information about the household percentage of spending on essential goods in China for the years 1995 and 2011
In many countries, men and women both work full-time jobs and it is logical that they should share household tasks equally. Do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts show student enrollments in different courses in 1984, 1994 and 2004. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your neighbor always plays loud music late at night. Write a letter of complaint to the building manager.
Bullet points:
Describe the problem
Explain how it affects you
Ask for a solution
In most countries disabled people are not catered adequately, e.g. buildings are often inappropriately designed. Governments rely heavily on charities and voluntary organizations to provide assistance and funding. To what extent do you support this measure?
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Sales of Fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas (1999 & 2004) Coffee UK Switzerland Denmark Belgium Sweden Bananas Switzerland UK Belgium Sweden Denmark 1999 (millions of euros) 1.5 3 1.8 1 0.8 1999 (millions of euros) 15 1 0.6 1.8 2 2004 (millions of euros) 20 6 2 1.7 1 2004 (millions of euros) 47 5.5 4 1 0.9
Celebrities make a very good living out of media attention and have chosen to live in the public spot light. They have no right to complain when they feel the media are intruding on their privacy. To what extent do you agree and disagree with this opinion
It is difficult for people living in cities to get enough physical exercise. What are the causes and what solutions can be taken to solve the problem? (Health)
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their productcts are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
You have recently left something in a train, write a letter to the manager of lost and found department and specify.
• When you lost it? – travelling from Banff to ----
• Describe the object you have left- Camera, canon, black
• Tell the manager what you want them to do with it- find it and send it back
Formal exams are used to assess srudents at the end of each semester in many countries.Why are these exams used by schools and universities? What other types of assessment are possible? Give reasons for your answer along with example.
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important to child's development as other subject, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both points of view and provide your own opinion.
You bought a new HD television last week. At first it seemed to work perfectly but after a few hours a line appeared across the TV and the sound seemed a little strange. You cannot take the TV back to the shop so you decide to write to them.
Write a letter of complaint to the shop. In your letter
• give them the background information
• describe the problem
• ask them to resolve the issue
You hired a car from a company and while you are driving on holiday you
had a small accident.
You will have to write to the company to explain it.
The charts below show the performance of a bus company in terms of punctuality, both actual and target (what actually happened compared to what the company was trying to achieve), and the number of complaints from passengers. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In most of the countries, people prefer to live in a rented apartment rather than buying a home. What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in rented accommodation?
The growth of online shopping will onday clos lead to all shops in town and cities clossing. Do you agree or disagree?
You have recently been on a vacation in a foreign country and stayed at a home-stay, you have realised that you have misplaced an expensive wristwatch and cannot find it.
Write a letter to the family you stayed with. In your letter:
Give details of your stay
Describe your wristwatch
If found how they could return it to you.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ........
The pie charts show information about energy production in a country in two separate years.
The bar chart shows how many tourists visit four different museums in London over a five month period from June to October.
Some people think that with combined effort on the part of the government and society crime can be completely eradicated, while others argue that this is completely hypothetical and that crime has always been present in societies even in ancient times. Compare these two views. Which do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The chart below shows the expenditure of two countries on consumer goods in 2010. (pounds sterling)
The bar charts compare the employment rates of men and women aged 60-64 in Australia, Japan, the USA, and Belgium in 1970 and 2000.