Some people believe university education aims to help graduates get better jobs. Others believe there are much wider benefits of university education for both individuals and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graphs illustrate the percentages of food and goods which bought in markets in 3 different European countries from 1988 and 2008. The data is given by a percentage
The data below shows the percentage of university students who were in part-time employment at five British universities between 1998 and 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that new houses should be built in the same style as older houses in an area. Others believe that local councils should allow people to choose different designs for their houses. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write a letter to the restaurant's manager. In your letter,
Explain that you would like to apply for the job.
Give some details of any relevent experience that you have.
specify days and times that would suit you
the prportion of elderly people is increasing in many countries. Do you think this will be a positive or a negative change?
A friend of yours is living in another country. You would like to work in his/her country for a while. Write a letter to your friend and say
Explain why you would like to work in his/her country
Describe your skills and experience
Ask for some information about working in his/her country.
Some people think that children should have activities organised for them, while others believe that they should be free to do what they want in their free time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that people should be allowed to work only till a set retirement age. Others say that if people want to work, age should not be a barrier to them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
A growing number of people believe that animals should not be exploited for the benefits of humans, while others argue that we have to employ animals in order to satisfy our needs including, the use of animals for research and food. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The charts beloow show the proportions of British students at one university in England who were able to speak othe languages in addition to English, in 2000 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
These days, we are seeing an increasing amount of violence on television, and this is having a negative impact on children's behaviour. Do you agree or disagree?
The chart below compares the percentage of time Australian mothers and fathers spent helping their children with four activities in 2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Diet and General Health The charts below give information about the diet and general health of two groups of students. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In the future all cars, bues and trucks will be driverless. The only people traevelling inside these vehichcles will be passengers. Do you think the adventages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
the table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in tour different countries in 2008
More and more people are relying on the private car as their major means of transportation. Describe some of the problems over-reliance on cars can cause, and suggest at least one possible solution. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people feel that paparazzi should not follow celebrities and invade their privacy by taking pictures of them everywhere, while others believe this is just the price of fame. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Science advanced so much that it can now make it possible for people to live 100 years or even 200 years. Some people think it’s a good thing, while others think it is bad. Discuss both these views and write your opinion.
new technologies and ways of buying and selling are transformaing th elives of costumers. to waht extand do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You recently bought some new furniture for your living room online. You were told that the furniture would arrive within 5 working days, but it has been 2 weeks, and it has still not arrived. You phoned the shop but no action was taken.
Write a letter to the shop manager. In the letter,
• explain that the furniture has not arrived
• describe what happened when you phoned the shop
• say what you would like the manager to do
More and more people are relying on the private car as their major means of transportation. Describe some of the problems over reliance on cars can cause, and suggest at least one possible solution
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
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 Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,
Some people think it is necessary to use animal's for testing medicines intended for human use while others argue that it is cruel to do that. Dicuss both views and give your opinion
Some people believe that it is important to spend time developing a successful career. Others argue that it is more important to spend time with friends and family than at work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Due to television and the internet it is easier today for a large number of people to become famous. Is this a positive or negative development?
A student you know is coming to visit the town or city where you live next weekend.
Write a letter to the student. In the letter,
• tell the student about some places in your town or city that he/she should visit.
• give instructions about transportation in your city.
• give contact details for the student so he/she can get in touch with you.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear...
Cam15- A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/she has asked for your advice about studying this subject.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
• give details of the course you took at the university
• explain why you recommend the university
• give some advice about how to apply
People attend college or university for many different reasons (for example new experiences, career preparation, increased knowledge) Why do you think people attend college or university? You should give reasons for your answer using your own ideas and experience.
Nowadays, a growing numbers of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
You are about to go on a vacation for a month. A friend from another town will come and stay in your apartment. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
•Explain where your friend can get the key to the apartment
•Give your friend some instructions about using your apartment
•Recommend some places to go
The chart below gives information on the global sale of hybrid vehicles between 2006 and 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
the tables below give information about sales of fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in 5 european countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparision where relevant
Some people think that e-books are the death of paper books while others think that paper book will never disappear. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
There is a sports stadium near your home where large number of people come to watch games each weekend.This cause you and your neighbours aome problems. Write a letter to the local council. In your letter-
-Explain who you are and where you live
-Describe the Problem
-Suggest what the local council should do
Many people think that money is important to achieve happiness. What is the importance of money to happiness? Give reasons for your answers and include examples from your experience.
Teenagers who commit serious crimes, such as burglary or murder, should be treated in the same way as adults who commit crimes. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this and give your own opinion.
Prison is the best punishment for criminals. Discuss. Give reasons for youe answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowlidge or experience
Some people prefer to live in the quite of the country, others prefer hustle and bustle of the city. Which do you think is better choice, state your position and support it with specific reasons and examples.
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.
Nowadays, more and more people are moving to cities in order to live. What are the advantages and disadvantages of urban life?
Nowadays, distance - learning programs have gained in popularity , but some people argue that online courses can never be taken as good as those taken at collage or university in person. To what extant do yoy agree or disagree?
The bar chart gives information about the number of car journeys into the city centre made by residents and non-residents. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You are planning a trip to Australia during the Spring Festival and you want to invite an old friend of yours to join your trip.
Write to your friend on the matter. In your letter:
- Explain where and when you want to go,
- Give details of the travel, dates, and costs involved,
- Describe some of the things you want to do.
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
-give details of your study plans
-explain why you want to get a part-time job
-suggest how your friend could help you find a job
People are either working till late night or migrating to a different place for the sake of job. Is this advantageous or disadvantageous. Give you opinion and explain why, with examples.
Some people mature with a specific career aspiration, whereas others remain uncertain about their preferred professional field. Nevertheless, societal norms often advocate for exploring diverse activities before determining the most fitting job position that aligns with one's personal inclinations. What are the advantages and disadvantages?
People from cities go to university more often than those who live in the country. Some people think that the government should make it easier to enter universities for people who live outside the cities and towns by setting lower entry requirements and tuition fees. to what extent do you agreee or disagree with this statement.
A friend of yours has always admired your car. You have now decided to sell it. Write a letter to your friend to ask if he is interested in buying your car. In your letter, • explain why you are selling your car • describe the good points and any bad points about your car • suggest the friend visits you to see and drive your car
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences.Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime.Discuss both views and give your opinion. Thao