Ambition is seen as an important human quality in many societies today. How important is it to want success in life? Is this a positive or a negative characteristic to have
the role of women in society has changed dramatically over the last 100 years. Today, however, the burden on women continues to be heavy as a result of the numerous roles women are expected to fulfill. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts below give information on the ages of the populations of Oman and Spain in 2005 and projections for 2055.
The pie charts below give data on the spending and consumption of resources by countries of the world and how the population is distributed. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagrams below show the changes that have taken place at West park Secondary School since its construction in 1950. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that it is more beneficial to take part in sports which are played in teams, like football. But others think taking part in individual sports is better, like swimming. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays environmental problems are too big to be managed by individual persons or individual countries. In other words, it is an international problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently ordered an item online, but there is a problem with it.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
Describe the item you ordered
Explain the problem
Say what you would like the company to do
It costs a lot of money for a country to host an international sports event, such as the Olympic Games or football World Cup. Some people think that this is a waste of money, while others believe the opposite. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that only pupils of similar interests should be given admissions in schools.Others are of the opinions that schools should be open to all children with varied interests. How far you agree or disagree with the above views. Give your opnion in not less than 250 words.
The chart shows the proportion of working-age adults in four countries from 1960 to 2015. Units are given in percentages.
In many parts of the world, children's lives were very different from today. What do you think were the advantages and disadvantages of life for children in the past?
Number of books borrowed from four village libraries. The line table shows the number of books that have been interacted from different four rural libraries since June and September 2014 and the pie chart presents
Today, many people spend less and less time at their home. What’s the reason for it? What are the effects of this trend on individuals and society
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand , other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opininon.
Nowadays, an increasing number of people with helath problems are using alternative medicine and treatment instead of visitiong their normal doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development.
**The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040.** **Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.**
You recently completed a course and you borrowed a book from your teacher, which you couldn't return in time. You would like to return the book now. Write a lefter to your teacher and say What book was it How helpful was the book Explain why you couldn't return it in time.
The data below shows information relating to companies holding bank accounts in the British Virgin Islands. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries, boys and girls are educated in different schools rather than in the same school. What are the advantages and disadvantage of this?
Some people say that self employment is better than a job in a country or an institution. Discuss both modes of work and give your opinion.
Too much attention is given to headline-grabbing disasters like earthquakes and floods. Governments should concentrate their resource on educating people about the risk they face nearer to their home, which can cost far more lives . To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
Nowadays for many people internet is replacing books. What do you think will happen in future? And what is your opinion?
With improvements in today's health care, society has to care for more and more elderly people. Do you feel that society will be able to cope with increase in number of elderly people today and how can it be managed? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people claim that the goal of education is to create individuals useful for society, while others believe that realizing our own dreams must be the key to education. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planned development of the site.
Throughout history, people have dreamed of living in a perfect society, but they have not agreed on what an ideal society would be like. What do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world? How can people work towards achieving an ideal society?
Space exploration is too expensive andmoney should be spent on more important things. To what extent do you agree or disagree
An increasing number of professional, such as teachers and doctors are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What are the reasons for this trend? What effect does it have on the countries professionals are leaving?
The maps illustrate detail plan of the port of the Liverton in 1980 and how does it appear today. Overall, it can be clearly seen, the area has been transpormed in to more residensial facilities and developing the flood prevention method. Furthermore, the bridge that connected to two river bank is built. When turnning to the first plan, in 1980 this area mainly used for exported and imported of goods.At that time two wharehouses were on north side of the river bank, one of them has been mordenized as a education centre. The other one has been replaced by the kid's playing area. Thea newly build building replace the crane which is using as a sailing club, on betwen education centre at the left side and right side of it has playing area. Apart from that, dramatical changes can be seen on the south side of the river bank. The wharehouse on the middle of the river bank has been renovated in the appartment while newly constructed hotel is appeard left side of it. Moreover, the parking facilities are provided next to the appartments. On the other hand, today, the area is prevented from flood by constructing the barrier.
A country’s future depends on its young people. Therefore, a country should invest heavily in its youth. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
A company is considering moving its headquarters to a new location to improve its business prospects. Some people believe that Move to a larger city with more business opportunities, better infrastructure, and access to a larger talent pool. Others believe that Stay in the current, smaller city where the cost of living is lower, employee satisfaction is high, and the company has established community ties. Give your opinion and state reason for your opinion
The first chart below shows the percentages of women and men in a country involved in some kinds of home tasks (cooking, cleaning, pet caring and repairing the house. The second chart shows the amount of time each gender spent on each task per day. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Life teaches us the lessons and such lessons are the key to success. How far do you agree with this statement and do you think formal education is important or people should rely on their life experiences.
A significant change in education has led students around the world to obtain knowledge, either in the theoretical or the practical field. Generally speaking, many universities in the world have provided a good system in education with a purpose to improve the quality of education offered to their students. To make a good system to be more implemented, universities commonly give students the a time to gain experience in the practical field. The opportunity could be a program with the aim to encourage students in applying their theoretical knowledge in practice.
The need for a better progress for today and the future is one of the reasons many students are looking for well-known companies to do an internship. There are many efforts that must be done to get a good place to work. And, by this proces, students are often faced daunting proces for determining companies. There are many steps that they must be dealing with the selection process, it could be a long process of recruitment. The situation that students face will be more complicated when they must deal with the visa procedures in the country of destination.
The situation above is often experienced by students who are willing to do internship abroad. As the impact, the situation is successfully created demands on providing the service to those students. Many internship business providers were established to help and solve a long process of internship placement. The company has the sole purpose of providing a good placement for international and local students.
Students often feel reluctant to do internship since they are afraid of doing menial tasks. Those menial tasks such as making copies or making coffee are not able to fulfil their high expectation. Due to students’ expectation is not only about doing menial tasks, but they are also highly expected to have meaningful experiences which enable them to apply the hard and soft skill. Those experiences provide many opportunities for their future, real-world experiences, networking, time management, and career foundations.
To work in companies, students have experiences to work hands on with the real business. A good working place will provide an opportunity for students preparing for their priorities direction. Generally speaking, the people in companies will help interns by giving direction to their job. Students will receive guidance during their internship to achieve good performances. An Internship is a way to test drive jobs for students, whether they are able to pursue their goals or explore different career options.
Networking are often given by companies to students in order to gain new connections and learn how to communicate in a professional way. Many students expect this opportunity to explore their ability in communication as well as building companies’ connection. As students expect to meet business professionals in their field, networking is a proper place to practice their communication skill to bring positive impact to companies.
Time management will train students to be better at managing their self and for the company. They won’t be able to survive in the company if they do not have good time management. On the other side, they also must make all tasks is well organized, for examples finishing tasks on deadlines, handling phone calls or managing time to break or get permission. Students must notice how crucial time management in global business as it makes tasks become well organized.
They expect internship can be a career foundation for their future. They perceive that choosing the right path will help them to set up their career. Most students choose their internship based on the linearity of the interest and prospects. As a conclusion, students are willing to do the internship with the hope to improve their ability to work for their next step in life.
In many countries around the world,rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. do you think this is a positive or a negative developement,
Some people 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.
These days consumers are faced with an increasing amount of advertising from various company. To what extent do you think consumers are infuenced by advertising?What measures should be taken to prevent them?
In many cities an increaing number of people do not knowtheir neighbours and there is a lack of sense of community. What are the causes of this problem? How can it be solved?
The two maps below show an island, before andafter the construction of some tourist facilities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The bar chart shows the reduction in traffic accidents in Bridgewater following the introduction of extra lanes on busy roads
You work for an international company. You have seen an advertisement for a training course which will useful for your job.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
Describe the training course you want to do
Explain what the company could do to help you
Say how the course will be useful for your job
The line graph gives data about people who asks to gain information at the tourist offices from January to June in UK.
Topic: The graph shows the percentage of the Australian workforce in in five industries between 1962 and 2012.
People have a lot of opinions about the value of advanced education. Which do you think is the most important reason to attend college or university? new experienence career preparation increased knowledge Use specific details and examples in your answer.
The best way to solve the traffic congestion in the city is to provide free public transport 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
«Prevention is better than cure». Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest into preventative measures. To what extent do you agree?
Some people believe that secondary or high school students should be taught how to use money management as it is an important lifeskill.Do you agree or disagree with the statement.
Life now is better than it was 100 years ago. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people believe that if an individual behaves in an anti-social manner, such as committing a crime, then society is to blame. What are the causes of anti-social behaviour? Who do you think is responsible?