Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cell phone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think the best way to stay fit is joining a gym/heath club while others think doing everyday activities such as walking and climbing stairs is sufficient. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
IELTS - Academic The graph below shows the percentage of part-time workers in each country of the United Kingdom in 1980 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant . Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the comparison of different kinds of energy production in Dutch in five years
Some people are concerned that children spend too much time on computers playing games, chatting and watching videos but all this time is actually good preparation for children, who will have to spend many hours working on computers throughout their education and their working lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A person's worth nowadays seems to be judged according to social status and material possession. Old Fashioned values such as honour, kindnes and trust, no loner seem important. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In many parts of the world there is continuous coverage of sport on television. Some people believe this discourage the young from taking part in any sport themselves. Discuss this view and give your own opinion.
A neighbour has damaged your car while parking his/her vehicle in the lane in front of your house. Write a letter to your neighbor.
In your letter:
* explain why you are writing
* describe the damage to your car and express your feelings about it
* recommend what steps he/she should take to resolve the situation.
The chart shows the differences in people's coffee and tea purchasing and drinking habits in five Australian cities.
Some people believe that Internet users should be able to express any kind of opinion online. Other people feel that government or the companies that own wesites should put limits in what people can say online. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for your advise on whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
say why she will not enjoy going to college
explain why getting a job is a good idea
Suggest the type of job that would be suitable
The diagrams below show stages in the development of simple cooking equipment. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph belowe shows average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions per person in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy and Portugal between 1967 and 2007
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday • describe some possible disadvantages • say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
more and more people are taking online courses instead of attending face-to-face classes. what are the advantages and disadvantages of taking an online course.
The diagram shows how rainwater is collected for the use of drinking water in an Australian town. Summarise the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
Some people like to work in small companies or business while others prefer working for large companies of government organizations. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for a large company or organization?
The graph below shows average carbon dioxide (CO2) emission per person in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy and Portugal between 1967 and 2007. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that childcare centres provide the best services for children of pre-school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Your office building dosen't have parking available.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
- Explain the problem
- Sugget a soultion
- Say why parking will benefit all employees
The line graph illustrates how much fish and some other kinds of meat were consumed weekly per citizen in a European nation from 1979 to 2004.
You are librarian and a local residant wrote to you asking to host a community event in the library .
Write a letter to him :
-tell what kinds of events can be held
-tell the procedurec for hosting events in the library
-the rules for hosting an event
School should focus on academic success and passing examinations. Skills such as cookery, dressmaking and woodwork should not be taught at school as it is better to learn these from family and friends. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
You need to take a leave from work.
Write a letter to your manager asking for leave. In your letter:
- Explain why you need the leave.
- State how long you will be away.
- Assure that your work will be covered in your absence.
The diagram below shows the manufacturing process for making sugar from sugar canes
ou and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like the landlord to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................,
You should write at least 150 words.
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Test 35 question The tables below show people's reasons for giving up smoking, and when they intend to give up. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagrams below shows the stages and equipment in the cement making process, and how cement is used to produce concrete for building purposes.
In the past most working people had only one job. however, nowaday is more and more people have more than one job at the same time. what are the reasons for this development? what are the advantages and disadvantages of having done one job?
A friend from overseas is planning to visit you soon. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Explain why you are looking forward to the visit
Describe the accommodations you have available for your friend
Suggest some things to do during the visit.
Many people today are worried about "cybercrime" such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does "cybercrime" cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and business to take?
In many countries, women and men are working full time.it is there fore logical for men and women to share household tasks.to what extent do you agree or disagree.
Many people believe that cooking is an essential life skill and should be taught to both boys and girls in schools. Others disagree and believe that it is a waste of school time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebrating New Year in diffrent countries.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter.
• say how important New Year is to people in your country
• describe how New Year is celebrated in your country
• explain what you like about New Year celebrations in your country
The line graph displays the trends in the number of students from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia who chose to pursue education in foreign universities from 2002 to 2007.
The chart below shows percentages of males and females working for different duration(hours) per week in Australia in 2007.
Some people think that Modern Technology is making people more sensible, while others think it is making them less sociable. Discuss both points and give your opinion
Some people work for the same prganization all their working life . Others think that it is better to work for different organizations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You should spend about 40 minutes on this question. Many people today are worried about *cybercrime' such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does *cybercrime' cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and businesses to take? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own experience.
Some students decide early in life to pursue vocational careers that involve cooking or baking. For them, it is better to study their chosen occupations in high school rather than regular subjects To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays technology is increasing being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Your friends recently moved to a new city. You will also be moving to the same city.
Write a letter to your friends and include:
- Ask where to find a place to live
- Tell them what type of place you’re looking for
- Share some fun things you would like to do when you get there
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement, and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter,
•describe the situation
•explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
• say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
advnces technology and automation have reduce the need for manual lapour therefore working hours should be reduced. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school.
in your letter
describe what you enjoyed about the course
say how much cooking you've done since the course
suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The two bar charts show the proportion of 14-16-year-old students studying a modern foreign language in an English-Speaking country and the top three popular foreign languages Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. The plans below show a harbour in 2000 and how it looks today. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some students works while studying. This often results in lacking time for education and constantly feeling under pressure. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
The graph below shows the production levels of the main kinds of fuel in the UK between 1981 and 2000.Summarize the formation byselectingand reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time work. You would
like to do some part-time work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the part-time work.
In your letter
Explain why you want to do part-time work at the museum
describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
give details of when you would be avialable for work