These days, more and more people are going to other countries for significants periods of time, either to find a job or to study.there are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and the disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country.
Your colleague found another job and invited you to his/her farewell party. Unfortunately, you are unable to attend it. Write a letter to him/her and say
– Why can’t you attend the party?
– Why did you enjoy working with him/her?
– Offer him/her to meet some other time.
Many scientific discoveries are often considered to be irrelevant to ordinary people’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion
In some countries, people are choosing to live alone rather than with their families. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The table shows data about underground railway systems in six major cities with date opened, kilimetres of route and passenger numbers per year in millions. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Parents buy their children a large number of toys to play with. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having large number of toys?
Government should spend money on railway rather than roads. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statment
R) It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nowadays, teamwork is in fashion in the workplace and many people working with a group of people. What are the advantages and disadvantages teamwork brings to people who prefer to do so?
Some people say that art subjects such as music, drama and creative writing are an essential part of education, and every school should include them in its syllabus. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion and examples from your own experiences.
Many young children have unsupervised access to the Internet and are using the Internet to socialise with others. This has can lead to a number of dangerous situations which can be threatening for childrean. Discuss problems and solution.
The chart shows the information relating to people within 15-minute drive service in a particular region in the UK. It also compares the people living in urban areas and people living in rural areas. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information given below.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Educating children is more difficult task today than it was in the past because they spend so much time on cell phone, online games, and social networking websites. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Although modern life has brought with it improvements in people’s standard of living, people are not generally happy with their lives. Do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show various reasons for either biking or driving to work. Summarize the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
A rise in chilhood obesity is a real threat to haelth to health with an increasing number of children now classified as overweight.What are the causes of the problem and what measures can be taken to solve them.
Some people think It's better to choose friends who always hav the same opinions as them. Other people believe it is good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many people use distance-leanring programmes (study material post, TV, internet, etc) to study at home, but some people think that it can not bring the same benefit of attending college or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
Emily doesn't think that school children should enter TV talent show. Do you agree with her or not? What are the advantages and disadvantages of entering talent contests while still at school? Give reasons for your answer.
Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will easier if there are fewer languages in the worlds. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Governments and big companies should work together to reverse environmental damage, rather than making individuals responsible for that. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In many countries, employers are finding it increasingly difficult to find employees with the right skills. What are the causes of this problem? What solutions can be suggested? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think it is better to spend and enjoy their money once they earn it. Others think it is better to save their money and enjoy it in the future. Which stand do you agree with and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
4 Telecommuting refers to workers doing their jobs from home for part of each week and communicating with their office using computer technology . Telecommuting is growing in many countries and is expected to be common for most office workers in the coming decades . How do you think society will be affected by the growth of telecommutin ?
Some people feel that manufacturers and supermarkets are responsible for reducing the packaging of goods. At the same time, others argue that customers should avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
some people think that going to a fitness center regularly is unnecessary.Instead,they believe that combining occasional exercise(such as for walks)with a balance diet is enough to stay healthy to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays celebrities known less for their achievements rather than wealth and glamour which has bad impact on young people. do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some employers are giving more value on hiring people with good social skills apart from good qualifications. Do you agree or disagree that social skills are just as crucial as good qualifications for success at work? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
ASSGNMENT
There have been some problems with the bus servicing, especially its reliability, in your area over the last two weeks. Write a letter to the manager of the bus company, in your letter:
1. Describe what the problems are
2. Explain how these problems are affecting you
3. Suggest what you would like the company to do
In some countries, many children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people say it is the responsibility of governments to solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
some parents buy their children a large number of toys to play\ with. What are the advantages and disadvantages for the children of having a large number of toys?
The graph below shows the percentage of households with different kinds of technology in the U.S. from 1995 to 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting themain features, and make comparisons whererelevant.
In the past, when student did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? you should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Some people think that to spend time on professional development is more important while others argue that we should use more time with families. Which one do you agree? To discuss both and give your opinion.
“Prevention is better than cure.” Out of a country’s health budget, a large proportion should be diverted from treatment to spending on health education and preventative measures. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people think that advertisement between films is wasting time and some people says it has lots of benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view.
Many people find it hard to balance their work with other parts of their lives.what are the reasons of this trend? How can this problem be overcome?
Creaive artists should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas (in words, pictures, music of film) in whichever way they wish. There should be no government restrictions on what they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you fing it very difficult to work.
write a letter to the accomodation officer at the college. in this letter:
. describe the situation
. explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
. say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Students leave high school without learning the way how to manage their money. What are the reasons and solutions of this issue?
You recently went to a concert and thought one of te singers was very good. You want to tell him hoe you feel.
Write a letter to the singer. In your letter
- say how you feel about his performance
-give details of your musical activities
-explain how you would like him to help you with your musical activities
Some people like to spend their leisure time after work with their coworkers while others like to keep their private life separate from work. Discuss both sides.
Everybody should be allowed admission to university or college programs regardless of their level of academic ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience?
Some believe that sport competitions are a source of emotional stress for young people. Therefore, youth should be banned from participating in sport competitions. Do you agree or disagree with this statement.
You are a university student living in on-campus accommodation. You are having some problems
with the Internet connection in your room.
Write to the supervisor of your residence, in your letter:
● Introduce yourself
● Inform him/her of the situation
● Request that the problem be fixed
You are preparing an event in the countryside. Write a letter to your friend and ask for help with the arrangements. In your letter include:
– what the event is
– why the event is being held
– what arrangements have already been made
– how your friend can help
You have arranged a meeting with a business partner. Unfortunately, you have to change the arrangement.
Write a letter to your business partner. In your letter,
apologise for the changes
explain the reason why the changes were needed
explain the new arrangement
Some people think that there is a great influence of news media on people’s lives and this is a negative development. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion and relevant examples
: Some people believe that children should spend all of their free time with their families. Others believe that this is unneccessary or even negative. Discuss the possible arguments on both sides, and say which side you personally support.
Some people prefer to work on school projects with a group, while others would rather work alone. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.