sport players advertise sport-related products, what could be the advantages and disadvantages of this?
The table below shows the results of surveys of first-year students who take courses in a particular university.
some people think that children should begin their formal education at very early age. others think they should begin after seven years of age. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write a letter to your friend who is starting an import/export business and asked you for recommendation for a product from your own country.
In the letter, you should:
- what the product will be
- from which region of your country where it came from
- why it is a good product to export.
Some people think that a person intellectual skill improving more when they doing group study.What extent do you agree or disagree?
The diagrams below show the life cycle of a speicies of large fish called the salmon. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people say that parents should places restrictions on the hours their children spend watching TV and playing computer games, and encourage them to spend this time reading books instead. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that children should be allowed to choose what subjects they study at school. Others argue that everyone should study the same subjects. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Write an essay for your tutor discussing two of the ways of learning about another culture. You should explain which way you think is most effective, giving reasons in support of your answer.
It is often said that Governments spend too much money on projects to protect wild life, while their are other problems that are more important? Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what citizens are saying and doing (for instance, 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 development outweigh the disadvantages?
the graph below shows the consumption of fish and some different kinds of meat in a european country beetwen 1979 and 2004
You have been asked to organise a special dinner to celebrate your company’s achievements this year. Write a letter to the restaurant you have chosen. In your letter say :
* why you want to come to the restaurant and when
* how many people will attend the dinner
* what special requirements you have
TOPIC: Governments give a lot of support to artists, even though some people think it is a waste of money that could have been used elsewhere. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, people waste the food which they buy in shops and restaurants. What is the reason for this? What measures can be taken?
Childhood obesity is an increasing problem in Australia. As many as two thirds of children are now obese. schools have a responsibility to minitor what their students eat and the amount of exercise they do. to what extent do you agree with this statement?
Music and other arts seem to be features of evety society. In what ways are music and other arts important for societies and for individuals? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
COMPLETING UNIVERSITY IS THOUGHT BY SOMEONE TO BE THE BEST WAY TO GET A GOOD JOB. ON THE OTHER HAND, OTHER PEOPLE THINK THAT GETTING EXPERIENCE AND DEVELOPING SOFT SKILLS IS MORE IMPORTANT. DISCUSS BOTH SIDES AND GIVE YOUR OPINION.
In many countries, paying for things using mobile phone (cellphone) apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and includes relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The two figures below show the rate of criminal convictions among men and women of different ages in the UK and the proportion of male and female prison inmates in the British prison system. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that you can only learn about the culture of different places by travelling there. Other people think that you can learn just as much about these places from reading books and watching travel documentaries about them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays young people watch too much violent programs and are exposed to a great deal of negative news. Some people fear that this may have negative effects on young people and the society they live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that radio is the best source to get news while other think that television is better for this purpose. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You had dinner with your friend’s family. Write a letter to your friend and express your feelings about the dinner. In your letter, you should:
Say what you enjoyed about the dinner
Describe how you feel about his/her family
Invite your friend and his/her family to you place
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Modern technology is creating a single world culture. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion. You should Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The bar chart below shows the percentage of different kinds of landfill waste in five different countries in 2010.
Since most information about history and culture is found on the internet, museums are not needed anymore. Do you agree or disagree?
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
All children should study a foreign language, starting in the earliest grades. To what extent do you agree or disagree to this statement ?
Some employers offer their employees subsidized membership of gyms and sport clubs, believe that this will make their staff healthier and more effective at work. Other employees find no benefit doing so. Discuss both views.
Interview form the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are better methods. To what extent to you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that time spent on television and computer games can valuable for children. Other believe this has negative impact on a child. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In yhe modern world people no longer need to use food or products from animals such as medicine and clothing. Do you agree or disagree with this statement.
A friend you met last year has invited you to visit him/her in his/her country. You have never been there before and need some information before you leave.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
-request advise about a gift for his/her family
-ask about activities and clothing in his/her country
-find out about the food
You have recently started work in a new company. Write a letter to an English speaking friend. In
your letter:
• Explain why you changed jobs
• Describe your new job
• Tell him/her your other news
Write at least 150 wordsWrite at least 150 words
The diagram below shows changes in modes of transport chosen by travellers in a European country from 1950 to 1990. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made mo expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the government should fund music, dance and art lessons for children. Others think that they should be funded by private businesses or by children’s families. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many Countries, School Children are required to wear school uniforms. Do you think this should be enforced in all schools?
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much time is apent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree ?
You recently visited a theatre and had an accident there. The staff were very helpful. Write a letter to the manager giving good feedback.
In your letter, you should tell:
– and describe the accident
– how the staff helped you
– how similar situations could be prevented in the future.
These days, in many countries, fewer and fewer people want to become teachers, particularly in secondary schools. What are the reasons for this? How could more people be encouraged to come into the teaching profession?
How will new innovations change the way people live, work, and interact in the future? Do you agree or disagree?
In many cities an increasing number of people do not know their neighbors and there is a lack of sense of of community. what are the causes of this problem? how can it be solved ?
Some people say that when deciding how taxes should be spent, the government should prioritize healthcare. Others say that there are more important priorities to spend the taxpayers' money. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
Test 3
WRITING
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
* give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
* explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
* describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
The diagram below shows how glass is recycled.
the charts below give information on the ages of the populations of yemen and italy in 2000 and projections for 2050. summarize the information and make comparison.
Some people do not wish to get married today. Many consider this as a negative development for the society. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.