Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just read an article in an international magazine which contains some incorrect information about your town.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter,
• say which points in the article you are in agreement with
• explain ways in which your town centre is different from what is stated in the article
• provide some interesting local facts about your town
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
today more and more people want things instantly (eg goods, service,...) why is it? Is it a positive or a negative development ?
As Earth runs out of natural resources, we have to started to look to space for solutions. However, some people argue that this is wrong thing to do, and instead we should look for alternative solutions here on Earth. To what extent to do you agree with them? What alternative might there be to exploiting space for natural resources?
In a number of counties, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features，and make comparisons where relevant. The diagram illustrates 8 steps to show the manufacture of instant noodles.
On 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 the company
– describe the item lost
– explain how you lost it
– tell the insurance company what you would like them to do
Many people say that companies, factory owners and privates tour operates should pay the bills for cleaning up pollution, instead of government. To what extend do you agree or disagree.
The threat of nuclear weapons maintains world peace. Nuclear power provides cheap and clean energy. The benefits of nuclear technology far outweigh the disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
increasing number of students are going to university instead of working after high school. Discuss advantages and disadvantages for young people who do this and give your opinion.
Some people think that prison sentences should not be used to deal with criminals. Education and skills training should be used instead. Agree or disagree?
The government 's investment in art, music and theatre is a waste of money. Government should invest these funds in public services instead.To what extent do you agree with this statement.
Some think that too much money has been spent looking after and reparing old buildings, so we knock down old buildings and buikd modern ones instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people say that time and money spent on music classes in schools aren’t necessary; instead, children should be learning a useful subject such as science and computer. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and include relevant examples
Nowadays we have become a throwaway society with where it is common to throw away devices and gadgets instead of repairing them. Why is this happening and what are the effects of this?
IN A NUMBER OF COUNTRIES, SOME PEOPLE THINK IT IS NECESSARY TO SPEND LARGE SUMS OF MONEY ON CONSTRUCTING NEW RAILWAY LINES FOR FAST TRAINS BETWEEN CITIES. OTHER BELIEVS THE MONEY SHOULD BE SPENT ON IMPROVING EXISTING PUBLIC TRANSPORT. DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OWN OPINION.
A lot of money is spent on renovating old buildings. We should knock them down and build modern ones instead. To what extent to you agree or disagree with these statements
You have enrolled in an evening course but you have found that you are too busy to continue and would like to take the course next term instead.
Write a letter to your teacher. In your letter:
explain the situation and why you cannot continue the course say what you would like to do about your studies ask for advice about what you can do about the situation
Nowadays a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternatives medicine and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In the future all cars, buses, and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vechile will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
A recent newspaper article reported that a 14 years old boy who seriously destroyed his school got the punishment to clean Street instead of being sent to prison. Do you think this is right or do you think that such criminal should be sent to prison.
It has been suggested that cars and public transport should be banned from city centers and only bicycles be allowed instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, young people do not take care of their elderly relatives. Instead, they appoint trained professionals who take care of the elderly. Is it a positive or a negative tend according to you?
The bar chart below shows the numbers of seals, whales and dolphins recorded in the Strait of Hormuz from 2006 to 2018.
Many people no longer read newspapers or watch TV news programmes. Instead, they get news about the world from the Internet. Why is it so? Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people think that schools stop teaching students by using books, because students find them boring and that children can learn from films, TV, video games and computer instaed. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ASSGNMENT
There is an increasing trend around the world to have a small family rather than a large family.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a small family rather than a large family?
In the previous years, people practiced communal living and big family size was a way of life. However, lately, there is a colossal upsurge globally for want of lesser family size over big families. It is advantageous to have fewer size of family owing to the fact that it more likely to ensure overall wellbeing of its members but there are some drawbacks which need to be taken into account.
There are a number of plus points to small family. First, it has a more likelihood of bringing forth individuals with better life. That is to say, with lesser number of family members, there is a greater access to adequate diet, better health care and life in general. Moreso, children from this kind of family have more chances of attending the best schools which gives them an edge in the society in the long run. In addition, parents are able to focus their offspring and raise responsible citizens who can contribute positively to the growth and development of a Nation.
On the other hand, despite the merits of above, some pitfalls still exist. Parents in the small family settings are usually over protective over their children because there are not a lot of them; the children are restricted from blending with other members of the society. This can make the children too reliant on their guardians over things that can sometimes be sorted out themselves. Also, they are not opportuned to be as versatile as they would have been of they are exposed to larger family members. For instance, young ones are able to learn different skills and manners from various members of a larger family.
In conclusion, while is a more and more increased preference for smaller family size, people should be wary of the disadvantages like overly dependent citizens that it brings.
many people think student should choose what subjects they take in school instead of published Curriculums. what do you think?
The graph shows the number of overseas visitors (in thousands) to three different areas in a European country between 1987 and 2007. The three areas are: The coast (blue line) The mountains (orange line) The lakes (gray line) The coast: Around 40,000 visitors in 1987 Slight dip in early 1990s, then steady increase Reached about 75,000 by 2007 The mountains: Around 20,000 visitors in 1987 Gradual and steady increase Reached around 35,000 by 2007 The lakes: Around 10,000 visitors in 1987 Sharp rise from 1987 to around 2002 (peaking at 75,000) Then a sharp decline to around 50,000 by 2007
More and more people use private motorbikes or cars instead of taking public transport. What are the reasons for this trend? How can the government encourage people to take public transport? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, there is an increasing trend in using mobile phone apps for payment purpose instead of old way of cash handling. What is your opinion. Explain with examples.
People in big cities prefer to live alone or in small family units instead of large family groups. Do you think this is positive or negative trend
Some people believe that online reading materials should only be used for a child to learn to read, whereas others believe only printed material should be used. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 40 mins
Nowadays, some buildings such as offices and schools have open_space designe instead of separate rooms. Do u think this a positive or negative development?
1.Some school leavers travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages for their studies?
The process diagram below illustrates how instant noodles are manufactured
Some people think that instead of preventing climate change, we need to find a way to live with it. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Coins and paper money will soon be eliminated by credit cards and bank cards. Eventually we will have a cashless society which will be safer and more convenient for everyone. Do you agree or disagree?
In future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages ?
In some cultures, children are encouraged to compete against each other. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this approach?
Art classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important to a child’s development as other subjets, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or this disagree? op1; develop the creativity and imagination for kids is very important op2: develop of perseverance in learning process like music instruments
A number of tertiary courses require students to undertake a period of unpaid work at art institution or organisation as part of their programme. What are the advantages and disadvantages of th? type of course requirement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately you have travel insurance to cover the cost of the lost item. Write a letter to the insurance manager. In your letter: describe the item you lost, explain how you lost it, tell the insurance company what you would like them to do.
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sport or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes daimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss hoth these views and give your own opinion.
Government should be not be expected to take sole responsibility for reducing the number of accidents, individuals should share this responsibility. Write an essay for an educated audience either in support of or against this statement.
Insomecountries,healthcareandeducationareonlypartiallyfundedby thegovernment.Somepeoplearguethatthegovernmentshouldbe responsibleforcoveringthefullcostoftheseservices.Doyousupportor oppose the opinion? Explain your position.
To meet the growing need for food to support an increasing population, a country should make use of edible insects as a food source. However, some people believe that insects are not only unhealthy but harvesting them will also negatively affect nature. What are the benefits and drawbacks of eating insects? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some feel that governments should priotize healthcare instead of other important areas. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people today find they have insuficient time to spend with their families, because of pressures of work. What problems does this create for individuals and their families? What solutions can you propose?
The line charts indicate how the number of train passengers varied in an unspecified geographical location, as well as revealing the proportion of trains running punctually compared to the fixed target of 95%. All the statistics are recorded for the period from 2000 to 2009. From a quick glance, the number of train passengers underwent considerable fluctuation, reaching a peak in 2005. Meanwhile, the rate of trains running on time shared the same statistical progression, meeting or exceeding the target from 2002 to 2005 and again from 2008 to 2009. In 2000, the number of travelers using trains was 37 million, climbing to around 42 million before dropping to just below its starting number in 2003. During the next years, train passengers rose sharply and hit the most significant peak of around 47 million in 2005; afterwards, the figure was somewhat unsteady, ending up staying at around 43 million at the end of the period. In terms of running time efficiency, the rate stood at 92% within the year 2000, subsequently amounting to an adequate 95% in 2002. In the later years, the proportion of on-time trains exceeded the set target when the rate was 96% in 2004, but later declined notably by 4% in 2006. However, the percentage of punctual trains went up gradually and eventually stabilized at 97%.
Instructions
Read the question below and write a letter.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Write at least 150 words.
You are going on a short training course at a college in New Zealand. You need somewhere to live while you are there.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter,
explain your situation
describe the accommodation you require