Watching a live performance such as a play, concert or sporting event is more enjoyable than watching the same event on TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Children today are too dependent on computers and electronic entertainment. it would be better to encourage them to spend more time outside playing sports. Do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the amount of time that 10 to 15-year-olds spend chatting on the Internet and playing on games consoles on an average school day in the UK.
Some people believe music plays an important role in society, while others think it is only a form of entertainment for individuals. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays many people have access to computers on a wide basis and a large number of children play computer games. What are the problems of playing computer games and what can you suggest to minimize the bad effects?
Some believe that robots play a crucial role in shaping humanity’s future, whereas others argue that they pose risks and could harm society. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
some people think that it is more beneficial to take part in sports which are played in teams, like football. but others think that taking part in individual game is better, like swimming. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
ome people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In past games, personality was not ideal in our society, but in the 21st century, their minds changed and sportspeople became heroes and people started following them. In my belief sports persons get lots of extra benefits neither faces any problems. We will discuss in detail what benefits players get in their sideline of games.
Many cricketers are known for their performance, for example, Shahid Afridi made the fastest century at Sharjah Stadium. After that, he became very popular as a game winner and aggressive player. Therefore, the international cricket leagues selected Shahid Afridi at a higher salary in their teams. This is another extra income for him. It would not be wrong to say that the more famous, higher the price.
Out Side the ground popular cricketers play an important role in various television commercials, because of public demand, for instance, Cricketer Virat kholi act in shampoo advertising behind the reason of popularity, I read a statement of company brands managers who said that; when that ads aired consumers liked so much and also product demand was higher . furthermore, sportsmen never retire, because after they will retired as a player, they will start new career as a commentator, coach, and sports analyst, like Retired Cricketer Wasim Akram, Ramiz Raja, Shoaib Akhter.
On the other hand, many of company invite well-known sportsperson as a chief guest for the popularity of events. Those types of events also highly paid. At the same time, many crickets participate in different social and awareness campaigns to influence their common man.
In conclusion, the most famous person turns into a cash figure. Some people say that its weight is in gold, so sports people just like it.
These days many schools are teaching students how to play a musical instrument. What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying music?
Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country's police force or military forces, Such as the army, while others think women are not suitable for these kinds of jobs. What is you opinion ?
Learning to play team sports is an important part of a child's education. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident and was not able to play with you at the weekend. You decide to write to him/her in the hospital, telling him/her about the match.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
• tell him/her which team won
• say how you felt about the match
• ask how he/she is doing
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ……………….,
The number of older people is increasing. Some people think this is causing problems in their countries while others feel that older people play an important role in society. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people believe that watching TV and playing computer games should be limited and substituted by reading books. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.
14.The table below shows a survey of the proportion of adults in California by age group who enjoyed different types of leisure activities in 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Leisure Activities by Age Group (%) in 2011, California Leisure Activity18-3031-4546-60Over 60s Watching TV76%85%86%89% Spending time with Family/friends58%56%43%33% Reading22%20%16%16% Gardening7%16%26%26% Listening to music27%15%4%2% Playing Computer Games15%5%2%0%
Writing task 1 (a letter)
Your local council is closing the children’s playground in your locality as not many children visit the park. Write a letter to the council requesting not to close it. Include the following in your letter:
– How important is the playground for children?
– Why don’t children go to the playground?
– What can be done to bring children back to the park?
It is commonly believed that nowadays main factors that effect a children’s development are media and friends. A different point of view is that family plays the most significant role …discuss both views and give your opinion.
The bar chart compares the percentage of people with scientific qualifications in Malaysia and Singapore.
Some people are of the opinion that women should play an equal role in police or military forces like the army. While others think that women are not suitable for these kind of jobs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart displays woman unemployment rates in each state of the United Kingdom between 2013 and 2014.
The two maps display a future plan of university sports centre and how it will change.
some parents buy their children a large number of toys to play with. What are the advantage and disadvantages for the child having a large number of toys?
To be labelled a 'work of Art', a painting, sculpture, or other art form should display certain qualities that are unique. However, over the past century there has been a decline in the quality of Prize-winning artwork and it is now possible for quite ordinary pieces of art to be labelled 'masterpieces' whilst true works of art pass unnoticed. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
More and more parents are allowing their children to play on computers and tablets as they think that children should learn technology skills. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Some people say that playing computer games is bad for children in every aspect. Others say that playing computer games can have positive effetcs on the way children develop. Discuss oth views and give your opinion.
People use computers more extensively these days than ever before, and it is so extensive in our modern world that even children have access to these devices to play games or watch videos. This essay discusses the disadvantages of playing digital games on computer devices by youngsters and suggests some measures to reduce such negative effects.
In today's society, the internet plays a significant role in communication. Some believe that it has brought people closer together, while others argue that it has led to social isolation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram illustrates the multitude of steps a book undergoes before being published. Overall, there are nine stages a manuscript goes through before being released to the readership. After being written, the manuscript is sent from the writer to the publishing house in order to be meticulously analyzed and studied. Once the book is validated, a contract between the author and the publisher has to be agreed upon and signed. The next step consists of designing the layout for the book using computer science, before getting the final validation. Then comes the moment of printing, in other words, put the data from a digital form to a paper form. The printing is followed by the bookbinding. In fact, the editor chooses the correct format of the manuscript. Finally, the volume can be delivered to many bookshops so it can be commercialized. All the process takes approximately a timespan of 18 to 24 months. To conclude we can say that the release of a writing production in a paper format, no matter the literature genre (not gender) of it, needs numerous steps. These are 9 stations to be exact, and require full collaboration between a publishing house and the author.
computer games have negative effects on children's health and socializing,some argue that there are positives about playing computer games . discuss negatives and positives.
A family has a great influence on children's development, but the outside of home plays a bigger part in children's life. Do you agree or disagree?
Many sports players advertise sport-related products. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this
The map show a present layout of an office building and plans for its future redevelopment.
Nowadays, children watch a lot of TV and play video games. However, some think that these activities are not beneficial for a child’s mental health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph displays data about the number of people who participated in different activities at one social centre in Melbourne, Australia over a twenty-year period from 2000 to 2020.
portable entartainment devices, such as MP3 or DVD-players, which allow people to listen to music or watch films on the move, are now commonplace. What do you think are the main advantages and disadvantages of this development ?
Doctors recommend that older people exercise regularly. However, many of them do not get enough exercise. What are the reasons? Lack of motivation E.g. Not having activities like playing with the same age group. What can be done to encourage them to exercise more?
The maps below show the present layout of an office building and plans for its future redevelopment. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Mothers play key roles in the upbringing of children. But in the recent times both parents are getting busy with professional life. Who in your opinion should take the responsibility of child care now?" Give your opinion in no less than 250 words.
The plans below show the layout of a university's sports centre now,and how it will look after development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some children spend hours playing on their phone. Why is it the case? Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people say that playing video games is bad for children in every aspects. Others saying that playing video game have positive effects on the way children develop. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Teenagers nowadays spend too much time on playing video games. Describe the effects on teenagers, families, and society. Report the measures to solve the problem.
You have recently bought a Telephone with answer machine from an online shop. The web page said that the answer machine shows you a list of who left a message so you can choose which to play first. But after taking it home you find out that only the most recent call is kept in the calls list.
Write an e-mail letter to the store manager. In your e-mail:
•say who you are
•explain the problem
•say what action you would like the store to take
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write your own address.
The plans below show the layout of a university’s sport centre now, and how it will look after redevelopment. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main futures and make comparisons where relevant
Today, children play very cruel games. This should be the reason for the increase in violence and crime in most of the world's major cities. What do you think about this?
We live in cities or towns which have museums displaying objects of artistic, historic and cultural value, but people do not visit them. How do you think people do not visit museums in their local areas? What is the importance of museums to the society?
The table below shows the number of students at a primary school and a secondary school in Malaysia in 2005. The chart show survey results of what these students favourite sport was.
In conclusion, although computers and the internet are necessary for children’s learning process, schools and teachers play a more important role in their education.
The maps below show the layout of a university’s sports centre now, and how it will look after redevelopment. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.