An increasing number of people want to buy colthes, shoes, and other items produced by famous international brands.
why is this? Do you think it is positive or a negative development?
In some societies the number of crimes committed by teenagers is growing. Some people think that regardless of age, teenagers who commit major crimes should receive adult punishment. To what extent do you agree?
Despite the increased access to education, a significant number of people cannot read or write. What are the disadvantages and what action should the government take?
The graph shows the number of tourists visiting the Galapagos Islands between 2015 and 2022. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter
explain what has happened
describe the bag and its contents
say what you would like them to do about this problem
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You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
For the past year, you have been a member of a local club. Now you want to discontinue your membership.
Write a letter to the club secretary. In your letter state what type of membership you have and how you have paid
The graph and the chart below show the number of students choosing different kinds of course in a university in 2012.
Nowadays, many people have access to computers and a large number of children enjoy playing video games. What are the advantages and disadvantages of playing video games for children？
The line graph Illustrates the number of students from India, Vietnam, Nepal, Indonesia and Colombia, who enrolled at De Salle University during the period from 1980 to 2020. Overall, the number of students increased significantly in all countries. However, from 2010 changes for Vietnam and Nepal were much more severe.
The chart below shows the number of houshold in USA by their annual income in 2007, 2011 and 2015
The graph and the chart below give information on avarage daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius and the avareage number of days with rainfall each month for two Australian cities. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and makes comparisons where relevant.
People remember special gifts or presents that they have received. Why or why not? Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
the chart below shows the number of passengers arriving at a train station per hour across a day,and also the average price (in US DOllars) of their tickets.
The chart below shows the number of four different species of fish between 1982 and 2007.
Look at the graph about the number of university applications. Write sentences with the words in brackets. Write about main trends or important points.
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinio
You are a member of an International Students' club. The club is organising an event to celebrate popular food from around the world.
Write a letter to the event organiser, Luis. In your letter,
offer to make a popular dish from your country
describe what this dish is
explain why it should be included in the event
A number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, while others argue that humans are superior and entitled to employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including food and research. Discuss both these options and form your own opinion.
02 June 2025, The line graph shows the number of overseas visitors who came to the UK for different purposes between 1989 and 2009.
The graph shows the number of visitors to various art galleries in 2011.
You have just started a course at a college that does not have its own sports facilities. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club.
.Introduce yourself
.Tell me why you are interested in this sports club
.ask some questions about the club, e.g. objects, members, costs
Begin with: Dear Sir or Madam
In some countries, there has beeenan increase in the number of parents who are choosin to educate their children themselves at home instead of sending them to school. Do the advantages of home education outweigh the disadvantages?
The table shows the number of mobile phones sold in millions for a period of six years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some parents think that their children should study in other countries because it has a number of benefits. Others think by studying in other countries, children will face a lot of problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion
In many countries the number of animals and plants is declining: Why do you think this is happening? How can this isuue be solved?
The charts below show the average yearly value of the US dollar compared to the Canadian dollar and the number of US visitors entering Canada each year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the healthcare system. Some believe that introducing more physical education lessons in schools is the best way to address this issue. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the average number of movies seen in a theater per year, by age group.
In a number of countries, some people think It is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others belleve the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these vlews and give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the number of adults participating in different major sports inone area,in 1997 and 2017.
The bar chart illustrates the number of online purchases of mobiles, laptops, and tablets in the first four months of the year, measured in millions.
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summarise teh information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Recently there has been an increase in the number of families where both the husband and wife work. However, women should work less than men in order to take care of their children and do housework. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar chart shows the average number of hours students in five different univerisities studied.
ou have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club. In your letter:
• introduce yourself
• say why you are interested in this sports club
• ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities, members, costs
In recent years, air pollution has become a noticeable issue in many cities worldwide. This rise in pollution levels is often linked to the increasing number of vehicles on the roads, among other factors. Discuss the causes of urban air pollution and suggest possible solutions.
Large members of visitors can endanger ancient archeological sites such as Machu Plcchu. In your opinion, is it more important to try to preserve such sites or allow public access to them?
These days, it seems that an increasing number of people are leaving rural areas to live in the city. Discuss some of the effects of rural depopulation (migration from the country to the city ) and suggest some ways on which this trend could be reversed.
The graph below shows the number of overseas visitors to three different areas in a European country between 1987 and 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
There is a sports stadium near your home where large number of people come to watch games each weekend. This cause you and your neighbours some problems. Write aletter to the local council .
In your letter-
-explain who you are and where you live
-describe the problem
-suggest what the local council should do
The graph below gives information on the number of participants for different activites at one social centre in Melbourne, Australia for the period 2000 to 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the number of tourists visiting a particular Carribean island between 2010 and 2017. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that the primary goal of education should be to prepare individuals to be useful members of society, while others argue that education should primarily focus on personal development.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, an increasing number of people are choosing to work from home rather than travel to an office every day. Some people believe that this is a positive trend that benefits both employees and employers. Others, however, think that working in an office is more productive and better for team spirit. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph shows the number of Internet connections in five countries between 2001and 2002 and the table shows the rate of growth during the same period. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Several languages are in dangerous of extinction because they are spoken by very small numbers of people. Some people say that governments should spend public money on saving these languages while others believe that would be a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows the number of Internet users in a few countries over a period of 10 years.
Some people believe that the main purpose of education is to prepare a useful member for society. Others say that they study in order to achieve their personal goals.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of parents who are choosing to self-educate their children at home rather than sending them to school. Do advantages of home education outweigh the disadvantages?