The given table presents data on the Internet usage across the world Analyze and describe the main features.
Some children find some subjects such as Maths and philosophy too difficult to learn, so some people argue that these subjects should be optional rather than compulsory. To what extent do you agree or disagree? agree = concentrate in interesting, creative disagree = general knowledge, find interesting
Some people think that children should be taught to competitive in school. Others however, think cooperation and team working skills are more important. Discuss both views/sides/points.
Question: The chart below shows the total number of minutes (in billions) of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three categories, from 1995-2002. Summarise the information by selecting a reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Image: ielts-writing-bar-chart-uk-telephone-calls
Some people think that internet is shrinking our world with its tremendous benefits. Others argue that it has major adverse consequences for the course of human civilization due to its negative effects on family relationship. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Has this become a positive or negative development?
Modern lifestyles are completely different from the way people lived in the past. Some people think that changes have been very positive, while others believe they have been negative. Discuss both these points of view and give your own opinion.
An increasing number of people are buying what they need online. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? đ What are the advantages of international communication online? Are there any disadvantages to this?
The chart below shows the places in which UK people gained access to the Internet from 1998 to 2004. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the rowin features, and make comparisons where relevant. Gia Linh
You are having a graduation party next Saturday night. You have invited 50 people to celebrate at an outdoor barbecue evening, which may continue into late into the night. Write a letter to your elderly neighbour. In your letter:
explain what will be happening
offer your apologies in advance
invite her to join the celebration
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr / Ms _________
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the histrory of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
You have bought a new camera but when you got home it home you found it had some problems. You returned the camera and spoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company.
In your letter:
• introduce yourself
• explain the situation
• say what action you would like the company to take.
You have just moved into a new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that the noise may disturb your neighbour.
Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter
introduce yourself
describe your plans for the party
invite your neighbor to come
Some people say that every human being can create art (e.g. painting), others think only the people born with the abillty can create art. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have been offered a job that will require you to move to a city that you have never visited before. You have an acquaintance that lives there. Write a letter to the acquaintance. In your letter
• explain your situation
• say why you feel unsure about living in the city
• ask some questions about life in the city
international sporting events such as the World Cup Footvall can bring people of different nationalities and cultures together far more than any other multinational gathering. To what extent do you agree with this view?
The local library is hiring a new staff member, and you are interested in applying for the position.
Write a letter to the library manager to apply for this job
Exposure to international media, such as films, TV and magazines, has an impact on the local culture. What do you think of these impacts? Do you think that the advantages of these impacts outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have recently visited a city on vacation and stayed in a hotel.
Write a letter to the manager about your stay. In your letter:
-Give details of your stay
-What were the high & low points of the hotel
-What are your suggestions; recommendations and / or complaints about the hotel
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,
Newspapers will remain the main source of news in the future and the Internet will not have any affect. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people say that human society has developed into a throw-away society, which is filled with plastic bags and rubbish. What are the causes and solutions?
Schools are no longer necessary because children can get so much information available through the Internet, and they can study just as well at home. What is your own opinion? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience. You may continue your writing on the back page if you need more space
Write a letter to your friend who is interested in learning how to drive.
In your letter
● say why a driving license is advantageous
● recommend a driving school
● give any extra guidance /tips
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___________,
The graph shows the amount of tea and coffee imported by different countries in tonnes. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main points and make comparisons where relevant.
Art classes such as painting drawing, are one important a child's developement as other subjects, so it should be compulosry in igh schools. To what extent to do agree or disagree?
You have bought a new mobile phone and in a few days of purchase, it has stopped working. You have spoken to the company representative a week ago but it has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company.
In your letter,
» introduce yourself
» explain the situation
» say what action you would like the company to take
Some people believe that children should leran to paint and draw. Others believe that it is a waste of time. Discuss both wiews and give your own opinion.
The map below show an industrial area in the town of Norbinton and planned future development of the site. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
we should introduce law to make business and state services employ equal numbers of male and female worker in every department or area of the company. How far do you agree this idea? give reasons for your answer, and support your essay with ideas and examples from your own experience.
in the futture, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statemet?
International tourism has brought enormous benefit to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact 0n local inhabitants and environment. Do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages?
#Task1 ( Complaint Letter)
You stayed in a hotel and was not satisfied with service.Write a letter to manager.
-why you chose this hotel
-what problems did you face
-tell the manager what to do
the chart below shows the percentage change in share of international grduates in different canadian provinces between 2001 and 2006. summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main futures and make comaprisions where relevant
You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday part for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him/her to the party.
In your letter:
- explain the reason for the party
- give the date abd time of the party
- suggest what the classmate could bring to the party
You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently, you moved into a new neighborhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed that people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the change rooms. Write to Mr Koto, the manager. In your letter:
•explain who you are
•describe the problem exactly
•make suggestions to improve the gym
The chart below shows the percentage change in the share of international students among university graduates in different Canadian provinces between 2001 and 2006.
The charts below show what UK graduate and postgraduate students who did not go into full-tim e work did after leaving college in 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You took your family to a nearby restaurant. You were disappointed with the meal and wish to complain to the manager. Write a letter to the manager of the restaurant.
In the letter:
explain why you were at the restaurant
describe the problems
write about the action y ou want the manager to take
Many people join distance-learning programs (study material, post, TV, Internet) and study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the same benefit as attending colleges or universities does. Do you agree or disagree?
TOPIC: More developing countries are given aid from international organizations to help them in their development plans. Some people argue that financial aid is important but others suggest that practical aid and advice are more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You recently traveled on a train which arrived very late causing you to miss an appointment. Write a letter to the train company. In your letter,
-explain what caused the delay in the journey
-tell them what happened because of the delay
-ask them for a refund
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.
• Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the proble
Some people say that printed newspapers are no longer necessary in the modern world. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want onine without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The current interest in famous people’s private lives has negative effects both for those people and for society as a whole. Newspapers should not be allowed to publish details of people’s private lives unless it is clearly in the public interest. Decide how strongly you agree or disagree and write an essay that discusses why.
Some people think painting and drawings are important as other subjects. They should be compulsory in high school education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Buying things on the internet, such as books, air tickets and groceries, is becoming more and more popular. Do the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages?
Special programs for social integration and help are better alternatives than harsher prison sentences for minor crimes. Do you support or oppose this opinion? Explain your position.
You have visited a store and bought set of china tea cups which later you found broken but store denied to replace it. Write a letter to the manager of the store describing situation.
In your letter add following points:
• 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.
These days many people interested in buying organic food even though it is often more expensive than conventionally produced food What are some reason people prefer organic food ? Do you think it is important to buy organic food despite the higher price?