In the past, photography was used to real people and places; however, because of technology, today you cannot trust what you see. Is it a negative or positive aspect of development?
Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn
explain how your friend could learn this sport
suggest that you both learn this sport together
A government's role is only to provide defense capability and urban infrastructure, such as roads, water and power. All other services, such as education, health and social security, should be provided by private groups or individuals in the community. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter.
▪️ Explain the important event.
▪️ Apologise for the situation.
▪️suggest a new arrangement.
The rate of unemployment in some countries is high. Because of this, there is no need to complete an education beyond a primary school level. Write an essay either for or against this position. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
With the development of online communication, people will never be alone and will always be able to make new friends. To what extent do you agree?
Nowadays, more people move away from their friends and families for work. Does this development have more advantages or disadvatages?
You have a meeting with your manager next day.Write a letter him/her what you are going to discuss in the meeting.
In your letter
what you have done for the company in the year you worked there
what changes you would like to recommend
what training you require
Some people say that increasing business and cultural contacts between countries is a positive development, while others think that many countries will lose their national identities as a result. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Has this become a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that government is responsible. To solve global environment issue while other believe that individual is responsible for environment give your opinion.
Some people support the idea of imposing taxes on fossil fuels (oil, coil and gas) in order to reduce energy consumption. Other people disagree with this approach. Consider the debate and its arguments, and come to your own conclusion.
Fresh water has become a global concern for the world. What are the causes of it.? What measures government and individual should take to resolve the problem? Give reasons and examples for your answer
Every country should have a free health service even if this means the latest medical treatment may not be available through the service because they are too expensive. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The problem of homelessness is on the rise in several significant urban centers globally. What is the main cause of this problem? What measures could be taken be solve it by government and communities?
In many countries, young people decide to leave their parents home once they finish school. They start living on their own or sharing home with friends. Do you think this is a positive or negative development.
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the lost of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Women can do everything that men can and they even do it better. They also can do many things that men cannot. But it is a fact that their work is not appreciated as much as men’s, although they have to sacrifice a lot for their family and career… It is said: “A woman’s place is in the home.” What do you think?
The chart below shows the number of men and women in further education in Britain in three periods and whether they were studying full-time or part-time. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
In many countries around the world, rural people moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you thinks this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and any relevany examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Two-part question Many people prefer to watch foreign films rather than locally produced films. *Why could this be? *Should governments give more financial support to local film industries?
The chart below gives information about the percentages of overweight men and women in Australia between 1980 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
rising university fees and scarce employment prospect for graduates have led some people to say that universities should not teach arts subjects, like philosophy and history, and only offer practical degree courses that maximise chances of employment. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar chart below shows the average duration of housework women did (unemployed, part-time employed, and full-time) between 1985 and 2005.
you have won first prize in our competition . The prize is a meal for two at the best restaurants in town.
your evening begins at 7:00p.m when we will send a car to collect you and your guest.
you will driven to the four Seasons restaurant and served with the delicious three course meal.
write a letter in which you:
Describe your evening and whyb you enjoyed it (or didn't enjoy it)
comment on the quality of the meal and the service at theDear
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. 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. Write at least 250 word
You recently bought a piece of sports equipment from an online store. When you first used the piece of sports equipment, you found a problem with it.
Write a letter to the manager of the online store. In your letter
• describe the problem with the piece of sports equipment
• say what happened because of the problem
•explain what you would like the company to do.
You are unhappy about a plan to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live near the airport.
Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter
•explain where you live
•describe the problem
• give reasons why you do not want this development
Some people say that on order to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus on reducing environment pollution. To what extent that you agree or disagree?
More and more people no longer read newspapers or watch TV programmes to get their news. They get their news from the Internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some managers encourage their staff to work better by giving them more money. To what extent do you think this policy can be effective? Can you recommend any other methods to achieve this goal?
There is more and more violence in movies and on TV, therefore it is necessary for the government to control the amount of it to decrease the violent crimes in the society. Do you agree or disagree?
Zoos should be banned because it is cruel to keep wild animals in captivity. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You and your family have just come back from a holiday staying in a rented apartment overlooking the sea. The apartment was very unsatisfactory. Write a letter of complaint to the manager of the agency from which you rented the apartment. In your letter,
—give details of the things that were unsatisfactory
—explain the reactions of the members of your family
—ask the manager what he/she is going to do about the situation
Many people feel it is a waste of money to try to save endangered animal species, for example the tiger or the blue whale. To what extent do you agree or disagree whit this statement?
You have seen an advertisement for an evening course to study a foreign language. Write a letter to the institution offering the course.
In your letter,
– ask for details of the course
– ask if the course teachers are qualified native speakers
– request that the institution sends you their brochure
You should write at least 150 words.
It is the only responsibility of government to stop the pollution coming from heavy traffic. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The flow chart depicts the figure of tourists to a monumental center in UK during the two seasons of the year in 2003.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Universities should give the same amount of money to their students’ sports activities as they give to their university libraries. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
The bar chart shows the percentage of school children learning to play different musical instrument in 2005, 2010 and 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays more and more young people hold the important positions in the government. Some people think that is a good thing while others argue that it is not suitable. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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?
the charts below show the percentages of men and women aged 60-64 in employment in four countries in 1970 and 2000. Write at least 150 word
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing(for eg. through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people feel that the government should regulate the level of violence in films on television and at the cinema. Others feel that violent films should not be regulated. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that governments should make university education free for everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your family is going to move to another town. Write a letter to the Principal of a local school asking if they will accept your son. Describe his academic achievements and scope of interests. You do NOT need to write any address.
With the rapid development of communication technology, such as smart phones, tablets, and other mobile devices. Some people think the disadvantages outweigh its advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many countries are experiencing a decline in traditional arts and crafts as mass-produced goods become more affordable and accessible. Should governments financially support these traditional skills, even if they are not economically viable? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience.
Everyone should be encouraged to use fewer resources rather than recycle more. To what extent do you agree with this statement?