Some people believe that online education is as effective as traditional classroom learning, while others think it is less effective. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The table below shows how the UK unemployed spent their time last year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
20.More and more plastic is polluting cities, countrysides and oceans. What are the problems caused by plastic waste? What measures should be taken to solve it? Problem:
Environmental hazards are often too great for particular countries or individulas to tackle. We have arri ved at a point in time where the only way to lessen environmental problem is at an international level . To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Nowadays online education has become popular as more institutes and companies are offering courses online. However, many people prefer the traditional, classroom training or study. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both methods.
You have not seen a close friend for a very long time. You still have a few of your friend's belongings that were left at your house, the last time he visited.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
● state why you are writing
● write what you have been doing since you last spoke
● apologise for still having the items and ask how you can return them
Online education is rapidly increasing in popularity. What are the advantages and disadvantages of online learning compared to in-class instruction?”
The chart below shows the percentage of river water in UK rivers that is classified as having good chemical quality between 1990 and 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
the role of women in society has changed dramatically over the last 100 years. Today, however, the burden on women continues to be heavy as a result of the numerous roles women are expected to fulfill. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The diagram below shows the process for recycling plastic bottles. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feature,and make comparisions where relevent.
The bar chart below shows the average rainfall for Australia by month for last year. The line shows the average rainfall for Australia by month for the last 40 years. Summarise the information below by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The supplied bar chart above represents data on the US`s top ten processed food exports for last year and six year ago.
Computers are often argued to be the most important invention of the last hundred years. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Society is becoming obsessed with material goods like fast cars, designer clothes and flashy jewellery. We have stopped caring about the important things and that is why divorce rates are so high and family bonds are not as strong anymore; our valve system is disintegrating. To what extent do you agree and disagree?
Schools should stop using books to teach and use filims,tv or computer in the classroom instead.To what extent do you agree or disagree
In the last decade, there has been a great increase in international travel. What do you think are the reasons for this and do you think it is a good thing?
You travelled to another city on business last week, and there was a problem with your hotel room. Write to the hotel manager. In your letter... •- Tell the manager about the problems you had •- Explain to them how you feel about what happened •- Let them know what actions you would like them to take.
The charts below give information about level of education in Glasglow, a city in Scotland, in 2010.
In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal fitness trainer, rather than playing sports or doing exercise classes. What are the reason for this? Is this a positive or a negative development?
The diagram below show the process for recycling plastic bottles. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparisons where relevant.
You are interested in enrolling in a cooking class at a local college and would like a friend to come with you.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
say where and when the class will be held
give reasons why you think your friend might be interested
suggest a time and place to meet to discuss the idea
Art classes, like painting and drawing are as important as other subjects, so they should be compulsory subject in high school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that the typical classroom situation with a teacher will disappear by 2050. Do you agree or disagree?
Many students think school classes are boring and useless. What are the factor leading to this problem? Use specific reasons to support your opinion.
some people say that it's better to teach language students in small classes, whereas others think the number of people does not matter. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion
In the last century when a human astronaut arrived on the moon he said "it is a big step for mankind". But some people say it makes little or no difference to our daily life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Last week, you lost your luggage while traveling on holiday. Luckily, you have travel insurance. Write a letterto the manager of your insurance company. In your letter: Describe the characteristics of what you lost
Explain how you lost it.
Tell the insurance company what you need from them
Some people believe that schools should focus on academic subjects only, while others think that schools should also provide classes on life skills, such as communication and teamwork. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You are planning to visit another country. A member of your family lives in that country. Write to them and ask for some information. in your letter, -Identify when you last saw them -Explain where you plan to go and ask if they have any suggestions -Ask if they would like to come
Many people believe that the traditional educational system of teachers and students in a classroom will be replaced by 2050. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
You have just enrolled in a 12 week English class, but have found that
you have a family problem and you will have to return home. Write to
the school. In your letter
Explain what has happened
Request a refund
Ask whether you will be able to return at a later date
More and more plastics are polluting the world's cities, countryside and oceans. What are the problems caused by plastic waste? What measures should be taken to solve it?
Some say that students should not be exposed to teachers' opinions on social and political issues in the classroom. Others, however, think that it is helpful for students to hear various perspectives. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
[Diagram - CB 16 test 4] shows the process for recycling plastic bottles.
In order to improve a contry's education system youg students should be allowed to openly criticize their teachers during class time. What is your opinion? What are some other ways education system could be improved?
More and more plastic waste is polluting the world’s city, countryside and ocean. What problems will it cause? What measures should be taken to solve these problems?
Last Tuesday you flew from New York to Paris. When you arrived home, you discovered that you had left your cabin bag on the plane. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter, you should explain:
• Where and when you lost your bag
• What your bag looks like
What its contents were
Climate change is a big environmental problem that has become critical in last couple of decades. Some people claim that humans should stop burning fossil fuels and use only alternative energy resources, such as wind and solar power. Others say that oil, gas and coal are essential for many industries, and not using them will lead to economic collapse. What is your opinion? Support your point of view with relevant examples.
University and colleges are now offering qualifications through distance learning from the Internet rather than teachers in the classroom. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Plastic shopping bags contribute to the pollution of land and sea.Some people think they should be banned.Do you agree or disagree. Give examples for your answers.
Some people believe that students should be required to attend classes. Others think that going to classes should be optional. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
It is pointless making children who lack artistic talent learn painting and drawing in Art classes at school. Instead, they should concentrate on other creative or practical subjects for which they may have more aptitude. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The diagrams below show the recycling process of plastics
Although the prices of fuels have greatly increased over the last decade or two, it is argued that further increases in fuel prices are the only way to reduce world consumption of fuel and lessen pressure on the world`s fuel resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people think school children should participate in extra classes while others oppose this idea. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write a letter to a friend about an item you borrowed last week, that accidentally got damaged. In your letter
– Describe the item.
– What was the damage?
– What do you intend to do to rectify the problem?
Write a letter to your manager about your work from last year.
What you did.
What you think you could improve?
A training request.
There have been some problems with the Internet service, especially its reliability, in your area over the last two weeks.
Write a letter to the manager of the Internet company. In your letter
• describe what the problems are
• explain how these problems are affecting you
• suggest what you would like the company to do
1.Technology is becoming progressively universal. In the fullness of time, classroom teacher will be totally substituted for technology. Do you agree or disagree.
The pie charts below show the amount of electricity generated by energy source in Scotland for 20 years ago and last year. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.