Most people accept that we now live in a globalised world but not everyone agrees that this is benefcial. To what extent is globalisation a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or examples
It is difficult to experience a country fully as a tourist in a hotel. To appreciate and understand a country, a person needs to live there. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many coutries today, people in cities either live alone or in small family units, rather than in large family groups. Is this a positive or negative trend?
Due to growth of population many people live in apartments with limited space and no outdoor areas. Do this trend advantages of outweigh disadvantages?
Foreign travellers should take time to understand the culture and history of the country they live in. Based on your own knowledge and experience, give your opinion on this topic.
Some people think improving the lives of human beings is more important than protecting the birds and animals. Do you agree or disagree?
Give your advice to your friend who is planning to move to a new city. In your letter
- Describe the different types of accommodation
- Give tips to find a good place to live
- Explain factors to your friend to consider when finding a place to live
A recent newspaper article discussed the threat of technology taking over our homes and lives. You think that the views expressed in the article were one-sided and have decided to write a letter to the editor. You want to highlight the benefits of technology in our daily lives
SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT THE GOVERNEMNT SHOULD SPEND MORE MONEY PUTTING IN MORE WORKS OF ART LIKE PAINTINGS AND STATUES IN CITIES TO MAKE THEM BETTER PLACES TO LIVE IN. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE?
You recently bought some new furniture for your living room online. You wrer told that it would be delivered within five working days, but it has been been two weeks and it still has not arrived. You phoned the shop but no action was taken. Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter explain that the furniture has not arrived and describe what happened when you phoned the shop
say what you would like the manager to do.
Many cities have become less pleasant places to live in recent years. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
The most important aim of science shoud be to improve people’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The develpment among out society is improving people lives and therefore the way we live. However, such change also can bring disadvantages.
Many people aim to achieve a balance between work and other parts of lives,but few people achieve ir.What are the causes of problem? How to overcome it?
Towns and cities are attractive places. Some people suggest that the government should spend money putting in more works of arts like paintings and statues to make them better to live in. To what extent, do you agree or disagree with their opinion?
There have been many inventions in human history, such as the wheel, that have dramatically changed the world we live in. Some people think that the most important human invention that has changed the world is Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Nowadays, it is possible for both scientists and tourists to go to explore natural environments that are far away from the place where they live, such as the South Pole. This essay will discuss the benefits and the drawbacks of this development
SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT IT IS BETTER FOR STUDENTS AT UNIVERSITY TO LIVE FAR AWAY FROM HOME THAN TO LIVE AT HOME WITH THEIR PARENTS. OTHERS THINK STUDENTS SHOULD NOT STUDY AT UNIVERSITIES THAT ARE FAR FROM THEIR HOMETOWNS. DISCUSS BOTH THESE VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OWN OPINION.
A friend who is planning to visit you has asked you to describe the most interesting and enjoyable
things to do in the community where you currently live. Write an email to your friend, telling them
about these things. In your email:
-Say what these things are
-Say why they are interesting/enjoyable
-Suggest what you can do together
The diagram below shows the process of producing olive oil in some main steps.
Because of your job, you have to move to a new city. Write a letter to someone you know who lives there. In your letter
ask them to help you find somewhere to live
tell them the kind of accommodation you want to find
tell them which area of the city you want to live in
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….
the two maps below show the development along Olive Drive before and after the construction of new facilities between 1980 and now
You are going to work in another city for a year. A friend who lives there offered to help you find a place to live.
Write a letter to your friend:
Express your gratitude to him/her
Describe the area that you want to live in
Explain what type of accommodation you are looking f
“Modern forms of communication such as email and messaging have reduced the amount of time people spend seeing their friends. This has a negative effect on their social lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?”
The internet means people do not need to travel to foreign countries to understand how others live. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
People should follow the custom and tradition when people start to live in a new country. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Nowadays, different media, including newspapers, magazines, television, radio, and even the Internet, publish stories about people's private lives. Why is it so? Should this practice be banned? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people says that advertising encourages us to buy things that we already do not need. Other says that advertisment tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
It is thought by some that it is better to live in a city while others believe that life is better in the country side. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
People born today can expect to live longer than people in previous generations. What are some of the positive and negative implications of this phenomenon? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You live in a small university town. Last week, you drove to a big city about two hours away to buy a new laptop at a good price. You worked on the laptop all week and finished writing a long assignment that is due shortly. However, this week,the laptop doesn't even switch on. Write to the store. In your letter:
•Tell the store where you live & what happened
•Explain the problem with the laptop
•State what actions you would like the store to take
Some people think that news has no connection to people’s lives. Therefore, it is a waste of time read the newspaper and watch television news programmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You will move to a new city for work. You know some people who live there.
Write a letter to someone you know who live there. In your letter
ask them for help finding accommodation
tell them where you would like to live
tell them the type of place you are looking for
Most people try to balance between work and other part of lives. Unfortunately, not many achieve this balance. What are the problems and how can this situation be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience
People doing dangerous sports activities like scuba diving and bungie jumping, they should be responsible for their own life and rescue workers should not risk their lives to save people. Do you agree or disagree?
To Learn A Foreign Language, It Is Necessary To Live In The Country Where It Is Spoken. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The most important aim of science should be to improve people's lives. To what extent do you agrée or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
These days, many people like to watch live performances (such as shows or concerts) at home, either on TV or on a computer, instead of attending in person. Do the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages?
Some people believe that in the future, environmental problems will mean that we are unable to live on this planet. In order to survive, the human species will need to find another planet that can support life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Traditionally, elderly people have lived with and been cared for by younger family members. In modern society, more and more elderly people are living in special homes for the elderly. Why do you think families choose to have their elderly relatives live in special homes away from family? What do you think is the best way for modern families to care for their elderly relatives?
human activity has had a negative impacts in plants and animals around the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others belive actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discus both and give your opinion
In some countries, more and more people are deciding to live alone. Do you see it as a positive or negative trend?
Modern lifestyle are completely different from the way people lived in the past. Some people think changes have been positive, while other believe they have been negative. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Work is being done on the street where you live. The noise is disturbing you.
Write a letter of complaint to your local council. In your letter,
A) Introduce yourself
B) Explain what the problem is
C) Suggest solutions
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sum of money on constructing new railways for very fast train between cities. other belive the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Some people belive that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situation. 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.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly prevalent in our daily lives, from self-driving cars to automated customer service. While some people see AI as a great advancement, others worry about its impact on society. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of AI
You are going on a short training course at a college in Greenmount, Northern Ireland. You need somewhere to live while you are there.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter,
explain your situation
describe the accommodation you require
say when you will need it
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the hystory of the house or buolding they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can pepole research this?
Some people feel that the best way to protect endangered wildlife is to create reserves for the animals to live without human interference, while others feel that reserves are unsuccessful for conservations. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.