You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic
You will move to a new city for work. You know some people who live there.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
- Ask them for help finding accommodation
- Tell them where you would like to live
- Tell them the type of place you are looking for
Some people think that men and woman have different qualities, therefore certain jobs are suitable for men and others for women.To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Some people say that there is too much harmful content on the internet. They say the only way to make the internet safe is for the government to censor the content of websites. To what extent do you think the government should control what information is available on the internet? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, young people decide to leave their parents home once they finish school. They start living on their own or sharing home with friends. Do you think this is a positive or negative development.
r ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now 'one big traffic jam' How true do you think this statement is? what measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
Many museums charge for admission, while others are free. Do you think the advantage of charging people for admission to museums outweigh the disadvantage ?
The chart below show the result of a survey of adult education. The fist chart shows the reasons why adult decide to study. The pie chart shows how people think the costs of adult education should be shared. Write a report for a university lecturer, describing the information show below.
Do you think the government is right to stop people using mobile phones while driving?
A global warming summit is held regularly by various countries concerned with the issue. Do you think this will benefit the effort of overcoming it? Explain your reasons.
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 word
Some people think that everyone should be allowed to post any content on social media. Others believe that content on social media should be strictly controlled. Discuss both views and state your own opinion.
Some educationalists think that international exchange visits benefit teenagers at school . To what extent do the advantage outweigh the disadvantages?
Your local council is planning to hold an election to choose members from the society but there are no young people on the council and you think that the council needs young people's views. You are thinking of standing for election.
Write a letter to the head of the council. In your letter,
state why you want to be elected
mention why you think you would be a good candidate
describe your qualities, skills, experience, interests, if any
The media is increasing interest in famous people who have ordinary background. Why do you think people are interested in the lives of famous people? Do you think this is a good thing
Some believe that training is necessary to be a good teacher, others think that teachers don’t need a training course. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Write a letter to a bookstore manager who is living in another city. Ask him/ her to make available a book that you are interested in. In you letter.
What book you are looking for?
Why you need this book
How you plan to purchase the book.
A magazine wants to include contribution from its readers for an article called 'the book that influenced me most". Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influences you most. In your letter,
-describe what this book was about,
-explain how this book influenced you,
-say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
Some people think that the best way to stay fit is to join a gym or a health club, while others think doing everyday activities such as walking and climbing stairs is sufficient. Discuss both view ad give your opinion.
Some people believe that only the government can bring about significant changes in society, while others think that even an individual can have a lot of influence on society. What is your opinion on the above statement? You should take about 40 minutes for this answer and write a minimum of 250 words.
Art is considered an essential part of all cultures throughout the world. However, these days fewer and fewer people appreciate art and turn their focus to science, technology and business. Why do you think that is?
Successful ports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is not fair. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You are going to spend three months doing work experience in an organization.
Write a letter to the manager of the organization where you are going to do work experience. In your letter:
•Thank the manager for the opportunity to do work experience,
•Explain what you hope to learn from the work experience,
•Ask some questions about the work experience you are going to do,
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You get 20 minutes to complete this task.
Dicipline is an ever increasing problem in modern schools.Some people think that dicipline should be the responsibilities of teachers, while others think this is the role of parents. Dicuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people believe that environmental problems are too big for individuals ro deal with, while other think that individual should take some action. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people thinkk that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that if a country is already rich, any addition in economic wealth does not make its citizens happier. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it is more beneficial to take part in sport which are played in teams, like footbool, while other people think that taking part in individuals sports, like tennis or swimming, is better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
DO YOU THINK THE SIGNIFICANCE OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE AS AN INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE WILL BE LOST WITH GLOBALISATION OR ITS SIGNIFICANCE WILL INCREASE WITH GLOBALISATION? WHAT IS YOUR OPINION?
Some people think that having a set retirement age (eg. 65 years) for everybody, regardless of occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. Do you agree or desagree ? Which types of workers do you think should benefit from early retirement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people think that new houses should be built in the same style as older houses in the local area. Others disagree and say that local authorities should allow people to build homes in the styles of their own choice. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many cities crime is increasing. Why do you think this is happening? what can government do to help reduce crime levels? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that it is more beneficial to take part in teams sports such as football. But others think taking part in individual sports is better, like swimming. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think visitors to other countries should imitate local customs and behaviour. Some people disagree, they think the host country should welcome cultural differences. Discuss the two views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, a growing number of peop/e with health prob/ems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Some people think that preventive measures are the best bet against a pandemic; others however believe that our attention and resources should be diverted to medical interventions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many goverment think that economic progress is their most important goal.Some people,however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move out of the cities and into regional areas. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children sports team for two years, or to pay for two open air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
1) describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team.
2) summarize the benefits of paying for the concerts.
3) saying how you think the company should spend that money.
Some cities do not restrict on how stylish and unique houses and offices that people construct can be. Do you think the advantages of this approach outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that Olympics games are exciting events that bring othet nations together. Others say Olympics is a waste of money could be better spent on other things. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
New household appliances have resulted in more free time for women and has enabled them to both work and run a home with dependent children. What are the advantages for family when mother works? Do you think the disadvantages outweigh the advantages?
Read the question below and write a letter. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words. You are studying a short course in another country. Your accommodation was arranged by the course provider. There is a major problem with accommodation. Write a letter to the course provider. In your letter: say what the problem is describe the accommodation you thought you were getting ask the provider to solve the problem
Some people believe that governments should invest in space exploration, while others think that the money should be spent on more pressing issues on Earth. Discuss both views and provide your own opinion.
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an artel called “The book that influenced me most”. Write a letter to the editor about the book that influenced you most.
In many countries governmens are interesting in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government money?
some people think that schools are no longer necessary because people can aquire information on the internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that family has the most powerful influence on a child’s development, while others think that other factors such as television, friend, music have the biggest effects. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
n today’s world many people own a smartphone. Do you think the advantages of owning a smartphone outweigh the disadvantages?
In many countries traditional customs are being lost. Why do you think this is? What can parents and schools do to keep traditional customs alive?
Some people think violent films have negative effect on people and should be banned. Other think that they are just relaxation. Discuss both sides and give opinion.