A magazine wants to include contributions 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 influenced 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
Most countries allow 18 year old to start driving a car. Some say it is good to allow driving at that age. Others think that the age of start driving should be at least 25 years. Discuss both views.
The local council is planning to create ‘dispersal zones’ in certain areas of the city to try to reduce street fighting. Under this scheme, if the police see a group of more than two young people in the street, they can ask them tp separate and move. They can also remove people whp do not live im the area arrest them if they return within 24 houst. what is your opinion?
IELTS LETTER (task 1)
Last month you had a foreign holiday where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday.
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter:
explain why you didn’t write earlier
thank them for the photos and for the holiday
describe your favourite memory from the holiday.
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,
A magazine wants to include contributions 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 influenced you most. In your letter
Describe what the book is about
Explain how the book influenced you
Say whether this book would be likely to influence people.
Discipline is an ever increasing problem in modern schools. Some people think that discipline should be the responsibility of teachers, while others think that this is the role of parents. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people think that older employees contribute most to the success of a company. Others think that younger people play a more vital role. Discuss both views and disccuss your opinion.
the amount of time spend on sports and exercise should be increased in schools in order to tackle the problem of overweight childer ? do you think this the best way to deal with the problem? what other solutions can you suggest
In many towns and cities,large shopping malls are replacing small local shops.Dou you think this is a positive development?Give your reasons and examples.
In mant countries governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of money?
A lot of people who wanted to become professional athlete gave up this idea because of the fear of failure and parents’ pressure. Do you think that parents should support their children who want to do a career in sports?
Increasingly, many young people are deciding to work or study in other countries. Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
In some countries, a few people earn extremaly high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others believe that the government should coltrol salaries and limit the amount people can earn. Discuss both of views and give your opinion.
First impressions are important. Some people think that by doing well in interviews is the key to securing good jobs. To what extent do you agree?
Eating too much sugar is harmful for our health. Some people think that it is a government responsibility to limit people’s sugar consumption, while others think that it is an individual’s responsibility to limit the amount of sugar they eat. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Education for young people is important in many countries. However, some people think that governments should spend more money on education in adult population who cannot read and write. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowiedge or experience.
shopping has become a favorite pastime among young people. Do you think they must be encouraged to do other things rather than shopping.
Some people believe citizens should be allowed to carry handguns in order to protect themselves, while others think this can lead to many social security problems in the society . What's your opinion ?
Some think the best way to reduce the time people spend in travelling to work is to replace the parks and gardens close to the city centers with apartment buildings where commuters can live, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Today friendly robots are developed to help people at work and home. Do you think the positive development outweigh the negative?
Many doctors recommend that old people exercise regularly, but patients do not follow an exercise routine. why do you think this happen ? How can people be encouraged to exercise regularly ?
The government should encourage industries and businesses to move out of big cities and into regional areas. To what extent do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Many people are choosing to delay parenthood. Why is this happening? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think that shops should not be allowed to sell any food or drink that has scientifically been proved to have bad effects on people's health. To what extent do you agree or disagree？
Some people believe is essential to include physical education classes in the curriculum for all school-age children. Others think that children's time is better spent on more academics subjects. Discuss both vies and give your opinion.
Some people think that social media websites are a great way to create networks whereas others think that personal meetings are the best means to have a social network. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Fossil fuels are the main source of energy in many countries. However, in some countries, alternative sources of energy are encouraged. Do you think this is positive or negative development?
Many people think that television is the best place to get your news while others believe there are better platforms. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently went to the cinema and think that you left something that belongs to you there. Write a letter to the cinema manager. In your letter say when you were at the cinema and which film you saw describe what item you have lost and where you think you left it tell the manager what you want him/her to do
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now ''one big traffic jalm'' How true do you think this statement is? What measure can government take to discourage people from using their cars?
Some people think that it is good for spending money on finding life on other planets, while others believe it is a waste and governments should focus on problems on the earth. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
People often find it difficult to adapt to new situations in their lives. Why do you think this is? Whay measures can you suggest to make it easier
Some children spend hours everyday on their smartphones. What is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative developmnet?
Some people believe that technology has made man more sociable and others think that it has made us less sociable. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Tourism has become one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Million people today are travelling farther and farther throughout the year. Some people argue that the development of tourism has had negative effects on local communities, other think that its influences are positive. Write an essay to discuss the effects of tourism on local communities. Including reasons and relevent examples to support your answer.
Some people think that government iqs wasting money on art and that the money could be better spent elsewhere. To what extent do you agree.
Some people think that children should start school sooner while others believe they should not start it before seven. Discuss both views, and give your own opinion
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the cities is increasing. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that people moving to a new country should accept new culture in a foreign country. Others think that they should live as a separate minority group with a different lifestyle. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be usefull in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Sport is becoming a business. More and more companies are getting involved in sporting events. Do you think that it is a positive or negative development?
A young person will start work at your office next month to gain work experience. Write a letter to him/her.
In your letter
inform him/her about the work that needs to be done at the office;
explain what he/she is supposed to do on the first day;
suggest what he/she should bring to work.
Nowaday, a growing nimber of poeple with health peoblem are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative develpment?
last month you had an oversees holiday with some friends where you had stayed in their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos.
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter
1. thank them for the holiday and the photos
2. explain why you didnt write earlier
3. invite them to come and stay with you
Many students these days have problems with poor students behaviour . Why do you think these problem what could be done to tackle these problem
Some peopl think there should be free healy care for all people, but others disagree. Discuss both side and Give your opinion.
Write about following topic In many countries today, crime novels and TV Crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like.Others believe that they should only be allowed to studey subjects that will be useful in the future,such as those related to science and technology. discuss boths these views and give your opinion.