You are planning to go and study English at a school overseas. You would like some information about their courses.
Write a letter to the school. In your letter
•ask about the school
•say what kind of accommodation you want
•mention any special requests you have (for example diet).
Despite the increased access to education a significant number of people cannot read or write. What are the disadvantages and what action shouldthe government take
Because of the covid epidemic, many people prefer to work or study from home instead of going to their workplace or university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this develpment?
The government intends to ban smoking in public areas. Some people say that it is a good idea, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some peole think the government should focus on improving the economy of the country. Other people think that government should focus on social services such as health and education programs. Which statement do you agree with? Explain and provide examples to support your opinion.
The maps show Southside, a shopping mall, as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You Are a Student at An English Language School and Are Living
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You Are a Student at An English Language School and Are Living in Private Accommodation with Other Students from The School. You Have Not Had Hot Water or Heating for Some Time. The landlord’s Workmen Have Tried to Fix the Problem but Without Success. Write a Letter to The Landlord. In your Letter:
State Your Reason for Writing.
Describe the Problems.
Propose a Solution.
In some countries more and more people are opting to use renewable energy sources in their homes. What are the reasons for this? How can people implement this in their residences?
A cafe near your home puts some chairs and tables on the pavement for customers. This creates a problem for you. Write a letter to the cafe manager to complain about this matter.
In your letter
•describe the problem;
•explain how it affects you;
• say what you will do if this matter is not resolved.
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicine and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The bar chart showed the percentage of school children learning to play four different musical instruments (violin, guitar, piano, drums) in 3 years 2005, 2010, 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Parents, usually mothers, stay at home to look after their families. People believe that for this they should receive a salary from the government. Do you agree or disagree and why?
In many countries, people now wear western-stlyle dress such as suits and jeans rather than traditional clotithing. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
Practice 1: These days, the wealhty in society often throw away perfectly good products in order to replace them with more up-to-date models. Do the environmental disadvantages of this development outweigh the economic advantages?
Humans are responsible for a variety of environmental problems, but can also take steps in order to reduce the damage caused to the plandlet. This essay will discuss environmental problems, the role of government and individual in addressing this issue affecting the planet.
Parents should set punishments in some ways if their children break the law. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In recent years, young people in many countries choose to live by themselves. What are the reasons and is it a positive or negative development?
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. ause they will be T0 what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The maps show Southside, a shopping mall, as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feautures, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some People believe that it is the responsibility of the individuals to take care of their own health.Others believe that government should make sure that their citizen are healthy. discuss both views
Some people believe that the government should help the unemployed or just laid off from work on a weekly basis. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion.
Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise pollution and airport construction. One reason for this is the growth in low-cost passenger flight, often to hold holiday destination. Some people say that government should try to reduce air traffic by taxing it more heavily. Do you agree or disagree?
Schools should take more responsibility for the health of today’s children. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
With the recent development in technology like e-books, some people feel that printed media like books, newspapers, and magazines will soon be a thing of the past. Others feel that those forms of media will never disappear. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
The Development of tourism contributed to English becoming the most prominent language in the world. Some people think this will lead to English becoming the only language to be spoken globally. What are the Advantage and Disadvantage to having one language in the world?
Some people say that computer skills should be added to primary subjects in elementary school such as reading, writing and math. Hor far do you agree or disagree?
It is sometimes said that people who do physically hard jobs should be paid as much as those with higher-level qualifications. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples.
You have seen an advertisement for a 'weekend work' in a hotel in the town where you are staying. You have worked in a hotel before and think that the job would be suitable for you. Now you want to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the hotel manager expressing your interest. In your letter,
introduce yourself
explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
ask what work you would be expected to do
You should write at least 150 words.
All education and healthcare should be funded by the government and free for everyone. 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.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Protecting the Environment is the responsibility of the government. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
75.Some people say it is government’s responsibility to transport children to school, while otheres believe parents should transport their children to school. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now 'onebig traffic' jam. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars.
Some people believe that exams are an inappropriate way of measuring student’s performance and should be replaced by continuous assessments. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
The map show a presents lauout of an office building and plans for its future redevelopment
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think restoration of old buildings take huge amount of government expenditure. It would be more beneficial to use this money for development of new buildings and roads. To what extent do you agree/disagree with the statement
Fresh water has always been a limited resources in some parts of world. Today, however, growing world wide demand has been made this is global issue. What are the cause of this increased demand, what measurement can government and individuals take to respond to this problem?
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal.Some people,however,think that other types of progress are equally important fora country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extend do you agree or disagree wit this statement?
Paying for things using mobile apps is becoming more and more common in many countries. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Governments give lot of support to artists , eventhough some people thnk it is waste of money that could have been spent somewhere else. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
As people rely more and more on technology to solve problems, the ability of humans to think for themselves will surely deteriorate. Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the statement and explain your reasoning for the position you take. In developing and supporting your position, you should consider ways in which the statement might or might not hold true and explain how these considerations shape your position.
Inorder to solve traffic problem, governments should tax private car owners heavily and use their money to improve public transportation. what are the advantages and disadvantages of such solutions
You have a spare room in your Apartment that you would like to rent out to a student. Write a letter to your Student Accommodation Officer of local college and say
1. Where is your apartment located? - close to university
2. When will the room be available - Room will be available next month
3. What are the requirements for a student to stay?- no parties , no loud music other restrictions.
Doctors, nurses and teacher make a great contribution to society and should be payed more than entertainment and sport celebrities. Do you agree or disagree?
crimes by minors on the rise in recent times. the psychologists claim that the fundamental reason for this is that children these days are lacking the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that people have the right to university education, and government should make it free no matter what their financial background. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
An increasing number of people are changing their careers during their working time. What is the cause of this trend and is it a positive or negative development?
The charts below show the percentages of men and women aged 60-64 in employment in four countries in 1970 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many believe that government surveillance and data collection badly affect individual privacy, but others think these are necessary for national security. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.[265]