In many countries people are now living longer than ever before. SOme prople say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages outweigh the disadvantades
Since it is so easy to reach a large audience on the internet, people have to be exceptionally talented to become famous these days. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In recent years, “responsible tourist” have paid attention to preserving both culture and environment of the places they visit. However, some people say that it is impossible to be a “responsible tourist”. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The following two pie charts give the results of a survey into the popularity of various leisure activities among European adults in 1985 and 1995. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. B
The diagrams below show how glass containers such as bottles, are pretty used and recycled.
Globalization has allowed people to work and live in any part of the world. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
The diagrams below show the stages and equipment used in the cement-making process, and how cement is used to produce concrete for building purposes. ‘Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Topic: Driving a car is a valuable skill and should therefore be taught in schools. Do you agree or disagree?
You stayed in a hotel for some days in an overseas country. You have forgotten some things in the hotel room after checkout.
write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter
Inform him about your stay
Describe the things hat you have forgotten there
State what you want them to do now
The diagram shows the production of circuit boards. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Information technology is changing many aspects of our lives and now dominates our home, leisure and work activities. To what extent do the benefits of information technology outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, some governments are encouraging businesses to move to rural areas. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
the tourist industry has grown enormously over the last fifty years and there are few places which are unaffected by it. however, tourism rarely benefits the countries which tourist visit. to what extent do you agree or disagree
Men do most of the high level jobs. Should the government encourage a certain percentage of jobs to be reserved for women? What your opinion on that?
The bar chart below shows the percentage of people living in Australian cities who bought and drank coffee and tea in the last 4 weeks.
Some companies and organisations require their employees to wear uniforms. What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing a uniform?
write about the advantages and disadvantages of living a traditional/modern lifestyle.
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job
Write a letter to shop or company which supplied the equipment.
In your letter:
&Describe the problem with the equipment.
&Explain how this problem is affecting your work.
&Say what you want the shop or company to do.
The diagrams below show the stages and equipment used in the coment-making process, and how coment is used to produce concrete for building purposes.
The chart below shows the percentage of the pop-slation in the UK who consumed the recommended daily amount of fruit and vegetables in 2002, 2006 and 2010.
Some people think that tourism benefits the host country. Others think that tourism causes problems for the host country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
A big salary is much more important than job satisfaction. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
the table below shows the number of mobile phones and personal computers per thousand people in six different countries in 2003.
The use of private cars dominates most large cities in the world, causing a negative effect on the quality of life for the majority of the people who live in these cities. 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?
Writing Task 1:
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter,
•explain why you changed jobs
•describe your new job
• tell him / her your other news
Read the question below. You will have 30 minutes to plan, write, and revise your essay. Typically an effective essay will contain a minimum of 300 words.
There are many ways for an organization to find employees. Which do you think is the best way to find suitable employees?
▪ Advertising in professional journals
▪ Using personal recommendations
▪ Recruiting at job fairs
Give reasons or examples to support your opinion.
In some countries, the voting age is 16 while in others, it is 18 or higher. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a lower voting age and give your opinion.
Some people says that companies and people should pay for the waste pollution the produces not the government. Do you agree or disagree?
some experts believe that it is better for children to beging learning a foreign language at primary school rather that secondary school. do you avantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The graph shows how different types of students in Canada use the internet in general, through broadband or through wireless mediums (phones, laptops). Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below shows how a biofuel called ethariol is produced. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Some people think that zoos are cruel and have no place in the modern world. Others feel that zoos still serve a useful purpose. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that workers have worked in a company for long years should be promoted. What is your opinion.
You had just missed a friend’s party, write a letter to apology.
In your letter, you should:
● apology to your friend
● explain why you couldn’t attend the party
● say what steps you will take to avoid in future.
You are studying for a qualification, and would like some time off work to complete it. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, ask for some tome off to complete a qualification, suggest what will you do later at work if you have time off,say how will the qualification helps your job or company.
The bar chart illustrates the amount of third-year foreign students being registered in two courses in computer science at a Canadian college.
Many companies sponsor sports to advertise their products or service. What advantages and disadvantages does this bring for the teams and individuals that these companies sponsor?
Many efforts have been made by countries to address challenges concerning the environment but the situation has not improved. What are the possible reasons for environmental degradation? Are there any solutions to combat this problem? Support your answer with specific reasons and examples.
in many western countries there is an inceasing number of couple choosing to have no children. what are the advantages and disadvantages to couples having no children.
Nowadays most people read books online and there is decline in number of people reading paperback books. What are the advantages and disadvantages
The table gives information about railway system of 6 cities
The chart below shows the percentage of adults who received qualifications from a range of education providers in three years. The chart below shows the percentage of adults who received qualifications from a range of education providers in three years.
private sports club.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter,
introduce yourself
say why are you interested in this sports club
ask some questions about the club e.g facilities, membership, costs etc.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
In some parts of the world people try to find out one's own family history. Why do people do this? Do you think it is a positive or negative? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that to give opportunities to the new generation companies should encourage high level employees who are older than 55 to retire. Do you agree or disagree?
the diagram below shows the process for recycling plastic bottles. summarise the information bt selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Some people believe that the best way to solve environmental problems is to raise fuel and vehicles prices. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to an English- speaking friend. In your letter
- explain why you changed jobs
- describe your new job
- tell him your ither news
Certain people believe that the only way to reduce crime sentencing criminals for longer time periods, while others believ alternative methods should be used to lower crimes. Discuss both vieve and give your opinion
You recently attended a dinner at your friend’s house. You had a wonderful time, but you accidentally left without paying enough attention to the host’s valuable items and one of them got damaged.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
thank your friend for the dinner and hospitality
explain what happened with the damaged item
suggest how you will fix the situation