Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. 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.
The diagrams below show the life cycle of a species of large fish called salmon. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Countries around the world will be facing significant challenges relating not only to the environment, but population and education as well. What problems will most countries face in the next ten years? How can these issues be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It seems to be an increasing trend towards assessing student through exams rather than assessment. What are the advantages and disadvantages of exams as a form of assessment?
The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Percentage of national consumer expenditure by category - 2002
You recently attended a local community event, but you were disappointed with the organization.
Write a letter to the event coordinator. In your letter:
•describe the problems you experienced during the event
•explain how these problems affected your experience
•suggest what could be done to improve future events
It is not necessary to travel to other places to learn about other cultures of other people. We can learn just as much from books, films, and the internet. Do you agree or disagree?
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.
Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter
tell them when you will be arriving and leaving
explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost
ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The diagrams show the life cycle of the lady bug and its anatomy.
Global warming is one of the biggest threats humans face in the 21st Century and sea levels are continuing to rise at alarming rates. What problems are associated with this and what are some possible solutio
The line graph shows estimated sales of gold in Dubai for 12 months in 2002 in millions of Dirhams #22
Many people believe that zoos have no purpose in today’s world and should be closed. What problems do zoos bring? What are the alternatives to zoos if they are closed?
Some people think that environmental problems should be solved on a global scale while some think it is best to deal with them nationally Discuss both views and give your opinion
The world is experiencing a dramatic increase in population. This is causing problems not only for the poor in undeveloped countries but also for industrialised and developing nations. Should population control be strictly controlled by governments ? Give your opinion.
Some people think that in order to solve traffic and transportation problems, people should be encouraged to live in cities rather than in suburbs or in the country side. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people think that it would be beneficial to establish a single, global currency to make international trade and travel much easier. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Would a single currency cause any problems? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries formal exams are used to assess students’ ability and to judge the success of their education. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using formal exams to assess students’ abilities
Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today people live longer after retiring from work. What problems does this cause for individuals and society? What can be done to address these problems?
the system used for rubbish collection in your local area is not working properly. this is causing problems for you and your neighbours. write a letter to the local rubbish collection system is not working properly.
write a letter to the local council. in your letter
describe how the ruubish collection system is not working properly
explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
suugest what should be done about the problem
The chart below shows the number of films produced by five countries in three years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Parents are often over-anxopus to teach their children to speak. If children are ‘slow developers’, parents will often allow psychologists and schols to intervene and give their children speech therapy. Do you think children developat different rates and so should be left to themselves to acquire language skills, or is such intervension justified? Discuss both vies and give your own opinion
It has been noted that many people who had a big impact on the world gave themselves completely to their work and did not bother with the idea of “work-life balance”. To what extent should people try to have a good work-life balance? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The rise of platforms like YouTube and Instagram has led many young people to spend significant amounts of time online, sometimes at the expense of their academic responsibilities. What are the consequences of this problem, and what measures can be taken to address it? Provide reasons for your answer and give relevant examples from your own experience and knowledge. Responses must be given on the Writing Answer Sheet.
The movement of people from agricultural areas to cities to work can ause serious problems in both places. What are the serious problems and what measures can be taken to solve these problems?
Unit 8 test 3 Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures do you think might be effective?
People should focus more on solving problems related to the future, and should not spend time thinking about the past. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Overcrowded classrooms can hinder the teaching and learning process, affecting both teachers and students. Explore the causes of overcrowding in schools and propose practical solutions to manage classroom sizes and improve the quality of education
Many people believe that zoos have no purpose in todays world and should be closed. What problems do zoos bring ? What are the alternatives to zoos if they are closed?
Increase in the price of petrol is the best way to solve the traffic jams and pollution problem. To the what extent you agree or disagree with this statement. What other measures can be taken to solve traffic problem and pollution problem
The bar chart shows the amount of money which was invested by different museums in London.
People say that it is a waste of time for highschool students to learn literature such as novels and poems. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time while others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own.Discuss both of these views and give your opinion. Give reasons & relevant examples? Plumbing idea photo graph
General Training
You recently hired a restaurant to host an office party at work, but there were several problems with the food and service.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
Give details of the food and services you ordered
Describe the problems that occurred
Explain what you want the restaurant to do
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people think that one of the best ways to solve environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuels for cars and other vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to write in newspapers.what factors influnce these decision? do you think we become used to bad news? should more good news be reported
some people think that environmental problems should be solved on a global scale while others believe it is better to deal with them nationally. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. The dangers of smoking are well known, yet many people continue with this habit. What are the causes of this? How can we reduce smoking in society?
We have become a disposable society, preferring to buy new products rather than repair existing items. Why do you think this is? How can this trend be reversed?
Some people say that the age of books has passed, information can be accessed in videos, computers, televisions, films and so forth. Other people think books and written words will still be essential for information dissemination and education. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The first car appeared on British roads in 1888. By the year 2000 there may be as many as 29 million vehicles on British roads. Alternative forms of transport should be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people think that finding another habitable planet is essential to save humanity in the future. Others disagree and believe we should focus on solving problems on Earth instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Mnay manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people soy thol indushiol growlh is necessory lo solve poverty, bul some other people orgue thol induslriol growlh is creoling environmentol problems ond it should be sfopped. Discuss bolh views ond give your opinion.
Some people believe that the best way to solve environmental problems is to increase the price of fuels do you agree or disagree? Opinion Disagree. Economic problems Egypt Disagree. Social problems Third world countries
More and more people no longer read the newspaper or watch TV programs to get news. They get news about the world through the internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
1-Films and computer games which contain violence are very popular. Some people believe they have a negative effect on society and so should be banned. Other people, however, say they are just harmless and help people to relax. Discuss both these points of view and your opinion
The diagrams below show two methods of using water to produce electricity. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Hydroelectric dam
The chart below shows information about the problems people have when they go to live in other countries. Integration problems for people living abroad
You have recently heard that a friend of yours has had some problems as a result of some unusual weather.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- express your concern (i.e. say you are sorry to hear what has happened)
- tell him/her about a similar experience that you once had
- give some advice, or offer help
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Some people believe that the best way to reduce crime is to increase the length of prison sentences. Others argue that there are more effective ways to reduce crime, such as rehabilitation programs and education. Discuss both views and give your opinion."