More and more people claim that modern work patterns are a source of stress. What do you think are the causes of this? Can you suggest some possible solutions?
The two line graphs show the number of births and deaths in the United Kingdom. The figures shown are from 10-year intervals starting in 1951 and going into 2051. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
33. Nowadays, food has becomes easier to prepare. Has this change improved the way people live? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answers. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The diagram below shows the stages ad equipment used in the process of making matches. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination, while others think that there are more omportant factors such as money and appearance. Disscuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram details the process of making smoked fish. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Inventors are not as important to society as doctors. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Provide reasons for your answer. Include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Newspapers and books are out-dated. Why do some people believe this? What is your opinion about the future of books and newspapers? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Scientists agree that people are damaging their health by eating too much junk food. Some people think that the answer to this problem is to educate people. Others think the education will not work. Disscuss both views and give your opinion.
To graph blow shows the percentage of part-time workers in each country of the United Kingdom in 1980 and 2010.
You would like to join the local orchestra
Write a letter of application to the orchestra. In the letter:
• Introduce yourself and your instrument of choice
• Explain how your credentials make you a good candidate
• Express your enthusiasm for music
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just read an article in a national newspapaer which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
•Write a letter to the editor of the newspapaer. In your letter
•Say which points in the article you agree with
•Explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
•Offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of article.
Write at least 150 words
The chart below shows the changes in the average price in the UK from 1998 to 2018
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have
just sent you some photos of your holiday.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
● thank them for the photos and for the holiday
● explain why you didn’t write earlier
● invite them to come and stay with you
The diagram below shows how paper is made and recycled.
You recently went shopping at the local supermarket. When you got home and noticed your bill, you found that you had been charged for items you did not purchase. Write a letter to the supermarket manager explaining what has happened. Tell the manager you are not able to collect the refund and suggest a refund method and say what do you want him to do
You recently returned by plane from an overseas trip. When you reached home, you realised you had left your hand luggage on the plane. Write a letter to the airline.
In your letter:
say when and where you lost your hand luggage
describe the bag and its contents
suggest the action you would like the airline to take
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Modern professional women confront a difficulty that men don’t generally face: the struggle to balance the pressures of work and home. In your opinion, how can this difficulty best be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledges and experiences.
There are now millions of cars on roads in most big cities. Pollution from cars is the most important problem that big cities face today. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter,
- describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team
- summerize the benefits of paying for the concerts
- say how you think the company should spend the money
Some people believe that parents have great influence on children's growth, but others think that influence from the outside plays a more important role. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Obesity is becoming a serious problem in many countries. What are the causes of this trend, and how can it be addressed?
A restaurant near your home is making a lot of noise. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
Describe the problems you are facing
How it solve this problem and suggest solution
What will you do if it cannot solve this problem
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is neccesary to help them learn this distinction. To what extend do you agree or disagree? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
International tourism has brought enormous benefit to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact 0n local inhabitants and environment. Do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages?
Globalisation has highlighted the need for international communication.It is iften argued that english should be a compulsory subject for all school children around the world. Other argue that this would do more harm than good. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words.
You have just returned from holiday and were not satisfied with your trip. Write to the travel agency. In your letter
•Say where / when you went on holiday
•Explain why you are not satisfied with your holiday
•Tell them what you would like them to do
Some people get into debt by buying things that they don't need and can't afford. What are the reasons for this behaviour. What actions can be taken to prevent people from having this problem?
2. You received a letter from a friend who asked for a recommendation letter from you for the job that he/she is applying for.
Write a letter to the manager:
– Explain how well you know this person
– Describe how this person work
– Why you think this person is suitable for the job.
The charts below show the performance of a bus company in terms of punctuality, both actual and target (what actually happened compared to what the company was trying to achieve), and the number of complaints from passengers. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below shows the life cycle of the salmon. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the movement of people from rural to urban areas in three countries and predictions for 2025. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries people are moving away from rural area and going to urban areas. Why do you think that is? What problems can this cause?
In the past, people ate local, in-season food, but now, people tend to consume out-of-season food from different parts of the world. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
Some people believe that it is essential to include physical eduction classes i the curriculum for all school-age children. Others think that children's time is better spent on more academic subjects. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
The best curriculum is not one based on a static body of knowledge but one which teaches students to cope with change. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Meat production requires relatively more land than crop production. Some people think that as land is becoming scarce, the world's meat consumption should be reduced. What measures could be taken to reduce the world's meat consumption? What kinds of problem might such measures cause?
Some governments today seek to monitor the general public’s electronic communications (in the form of phone calls, texts, and emails) saying that this reduces crime. Many people oppose this, however, saying that it erodes individual freedoms. Discuss the aspects of this debate, and give your own conclusion to the discussion.
The first graph displays which electrical appliances owned the most by a household, while, others illustrates how many hours of housework consumed per week in one country from 1920 to 2019.
The bar chart below shows the results of a survey conducted by a personnel department at a major company. The survey was carried out on two groups of workers: those aged from 18-30 and those aged 45-60, and shows factors affecting their work performance.
The graph below shows the daily consumption of three spreads per person from 1981 to 2007 in a country.
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Many young people are motivated and successful at high school. Many others, however, lack motivation and see high school as irrelevant to their interests and needs. Why is this? What could be done to help all students succeed? Requirement : Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You live near a public school. The school has asked local residents to help with the maintenance of
school buildings and play area. Write a letter to the principal.
In your letter,
– Explain why you would like to help
– Tell them how you can help
– Let them know when you are available
Some people think its ok to benefit from animals, while others think they should not be exploited. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to the Ashdown museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The chart shows the results of a survey asking visitors how satisfied they are with their visit during the same two periods.
The first graph below shows the weight (in tonnes) of fruit produced by a farm during each month in 2013, and also the amount (in tonnes) of fertiliser used. The second graph shows the volume of rainfall in each month (in millimetres.) Write a report summarising the information. Select and describe the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some peopleSome people believe that adults get motivated to exercise and play sports because of the major sports events on TV such as the Olympic Games and Football World Cup. Others say that there are many ways apart from TV to encourage them to exercise. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Today family members do not eat meals together. Why does this happen? Is this a positive or negative development Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world. Do you think that benefits of tourism overweigh its drawbacks?