It is important to be concerned about international events, even if those events have no direct impact on our lives.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
International marketing is sometimes seen as invasive and an intrusion into the country in question. Others argue that it is a necessary and economical form of education in addition to spreading ideas, language and culture. Discuss both views and then give your opinion
Some say that for any country hosting an international sports event such as the Olympic Games is costly, inefficient and is a waste of money, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many people think that countries have a moral obligation to help each other, while others argue that aid money is misspent by the governments that receive it and therefore international aid should not be given to poor countries. Discuss these two points of view and give your opinion.
You work for an international company. You have seen an advertisement for a training course which will be useful for your job. Write a letter to your manager. In the letter:
•describe the training course you want to do
•explain what the company could do to help you
•say how the course will be useful for the job
International travel has become cheaper these days, more and more nations are
opening their doors, and more tourists are traveling abroad. Do the advantages of tourism
growth outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think an international car-free day is an effective way to reduce air pollution. Others think there are more effective ways do to this. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. (2017 - Academic Test))
More and more people are travelling internationally for their holidays but it is expensive and bad for the environment.
Do the advantages of international travel for the individual outweigh the disadvantages?
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
•explain why you want to work in the company’s head office for six months
• say how your work could be done while you are away
• ask for his/her help in arranging it
International travel is becoming cheaper, and countries are opening their doors to more and more tourists.
Do the advantages of increased tourism outweigh this disadvantages.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter. Correct the information in the article l Explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information l Suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Some people believe that the main benefits of international cooperation is in the environment. Others maintain major profit is development of world business. Discuss views and give opinions .
Environmental problems are serious in many countries. It means that the only possible way to protect the environment is at an international level. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
The pie chart below shows the different platforms used for international news content by people in the united kingdom in 2019.
summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features ,and makes comparisons where relevent.
International tourism has become a huge industry in the world. It has brought enormous benefits to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants and the environment.
Do the problems of international tourism outweigh its advantages?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.
Some people believe that international sporting events are the ideal opportunity to show the world the qualities of the hosting nation. Others believe that these events are mainly a large unjustifiable expense. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Write about the following topic:
Some believe that we should invent a new language for international communication.
Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
You are interested in applying for a scholarship program to study at a foreign university Write a letter to the international counsellor at the university In your letter ❑ explain which course you are interested in ❑ tell what you know about the university ❑ state why you should receive the scholarship Begin with ‘Dear Sir or Madam,’ Do not write any addresses. Write at least 15O words
Nowadays, some people like to give help to the local community or provide people with direct help. Other pople prefer to give money to national and international organisations.
Discuss both methods and give your own opinion on which is better.
Developing countries require help offered by international organization to ensure healthy and sustainable development. Some people think that financial aids is important. Other believe that practical aid and advice is more important. Discuss both these views and give youw own opinion.
In many countries traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods . This is having a negative effects on both families and societies . To what extent do you agree or disagree
Nowadays, news companies spend a lot of money covering international news. However, local news is more relevant to people’s lives and should receive more funding. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The ease of international travel and the spread of various kinds of mass media all over the world have made it more possible than ever for people to know how other people live in other countries.
Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think we need to give aid to all poor countries. Others, however, argue that we should not give international aid to countries with corruption in their system. Discuss both views and provide
your own opinion.
Environmental issues have always been an international problem because governments are not imposing harsh punishments against offender? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Environmental issues have always been an international problem because governments are not imposing harsh punishments against offenders. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Support your answer with specific reasons and examples
Some people think that secondary school children should study international news as one of the school subject. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge
Environmental hazards are often too great for particular countries or individuals to tackle. We have arrived at a point in time where the only way to lessen environmental problems is at an international level.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that hosting international sports events is good for the country, while some people think it is bad. Discuss both views and state your opinion.
International tourism has become a huge industry in the world. Are the problems that international travelers cause greater than the advantages they bring?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own Knowledge or experience.
Some people think that international news is important than the local news. Others argue that local news is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
You are working for an international company and you would like to request time off for a family event.
Write a letter to your boss
Explaining what the celebration is
Asking for the time off
Explaining how you can get work done when you take time off
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country.
Write a letter to your manager. In your latter
•Explain why you want to work in the company’s head office for six months
•Say how your work could be done while you are away
• Ask for his/her help in arranging it
International tourism has become a huge industry in the world. Some people think that the problems caused by international tourism outweigh the benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You work in an international compny. You need to take some time off work.
Write a letter to your employer. In your letter
- explain why you need this time off
- give details of when you want the time off
- say who can do your work when you are away
Millions of people move to English speaking countries such as Australia, Britain or America to study at school, college or university.
Why do so many people want to study in English?
Why is English such an important international language?
Give reasons for your answers
You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday party 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 and time of the party
• suggest what the classmate could bring to the party
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Holding international games such as olympics is an exciting event. Some people think that it has positive effect, while others argue that it is a waste of money. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
You work for an international company and need to take
some time off work to celebrate a family event.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
● give details of the family event and why it is important you
attend
● say how much time you will need away from the office
● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
Some believe that secondary school children should study international news like other subjects in school, while others believe that this is a waste of time.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
International tourism has brought enormous benefits to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants ant the environment.
Do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages?
An international company is offering a temporary job for work experience, write a letter to apply for that job. You need to explain where did you find this information why you want to apply this job what qualification you have what position you want to apply
As an international student in Sweden, you have an account with a local bank. The monthly bank transfer you receive from your parents has been delayed this month due to an error at your parents’ bank.
Write a letter to your bank. In your letter:
introduce yourself and ask for a loan
say why you need the money
tell how you intend to pay back the money
Many of today’s most urgent problems can only be solved through international cooperation.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.
Popular events like the football World Cup and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
You work for an international company. You have seen an advertisement for a training course which will be useful for your job.
Write a letter to your manager, in your letter:
Describe the training course you want to do
Explain what the company could do to help you
Say how the course will be useful for your job
You missed an international flight due to a problem at the airport. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:
-describe what happened that caused you to miss your flight
-explain how missing your flight impacted you
-clearly state what you would like the airline to do
Some people think that being able to communicate online is breaking geographical barriers and enabling people, who would never have the chance to meet, communicate online.
What are the advantages of international communications?
Are there any disadvantage too?
Nowadays, more and more foreign students are going to English-Speaking countries to learn the “international” language-English. It is undoubtedly true that studying English in an English speaking country is the best way, but it is not the only way to learn it.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with it?
The table describes the changes of people who went for international travel in 1990, 1995, 2000 and 2005. (million).
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You should write at least 150 words.