Some people think that human needs for farmland housing and industry are more important than saving land for endangered animals. Do you agree or disagree?
1. You successfully passed a job interview. You are expected to start on November 15, but you will not
be available on that date.
Write a letter to your new boss. In your letter
explain your situation
express your concern
suggest a solution
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ………………….. ,
Tarnagul is a small town near Melbourne. The maps show the town's development over a period of time.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie charts below show the online shopping sales for retail sectors in New Zealand in 2003 and 2013. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Children nowadays spend a great deal of time watching television.
However, television cannot replace the book as a learning tool, which is why children are less well‐educated today.
To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Some people say that distance learning is a quick and effecttive way to study. Others, however, disagree and say that distance learning programs can never be as good as courses taken in person. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Some people believe that governments should spend on new public buildings, such as libraries and museums, rather than renovating old buildings. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Essay topics: Some people think that good health is a basic human need, so the medical service should not be run by profit-making companies. Do you think the disadvantages of private health care outweigh the advantages?
The line graph below shows the average daily maximum temperatures for Auckland and Christchurch, two cities in New Zealand, and London and Edinburgh, two cities in the United Kingdom.
Children nowadays watch significantly more television than those in the past, which reduces their activities levels accordingly. Why is this case?
What measures can you suggest to encourage higher levels of activity among children?
The qualities a person needs to become truly successful cannot be learned at a university or similar academic institution.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that children's time outside of school should be filled with scheduled activities such as art and music classes and sports. Others feel that children need free time to play and relax.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
As public safety is of the highest importance. it is often necessary to test new products on animals. It is befter for a few animals to suffer than for human life to be placed at risk by untested products. To what extent do you agree with above?
Many scientists believe that now we can study the behavior of a three-year-old child to see whether they will grow up to be criminals. To what extent do you think crime is determined by human nature? Is it possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals?
Cheaper airfare has increased air travel in the last decade and it has positive effects on nations as per some while others disagree.
Discuss both the views. Give your opinion
An English-speaking friend is coming to study in your town next year and has written asking for information and advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • Offer to find a place for him / her to live • Give advice about how to find a part-time job • Give information on where he / she can learn your language
News stories on TV and in newspaper are very often accompanied by pictures. Some people say that these pictures are more effective than words. What is your opinion?
Social media, indeed, has enhanced the communication network and allow people to keep abreast of the happenings around them. In my opinion, despite certain advantages, I believe that the
drawbacks of using social media outweigh the advantages.
In many countries goverments are investing in new technology to deal with public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of goverment money?
Do you feel that society will be able to cope with the increase in numbers 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.
Children nowadays are experiencing health issues, which were previously believed to be exclusive to adults. Obesity, a significant health problem, is widespread among young individuals.
What are its causes and what solutions can be offered?
Many people believe that studying at university is the best way to develop oneself, learn new skills and find a well-paid job. Other people believe that more is learned from getting a job straight away after school and leaning whilst working.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some say that news has no connection with most people’s life and it is a waste of time for most of us to read newspapers and watch television news programs. Do you agree or disagree?
The qualities a person needs to become truly successful in today's world cannot be learned at a university or similar academic institution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write a letter
You recently read an article in newspaper about someone you know personally.
You found some information is wrong. Write a letter to editor to inform him about it. Use the following points.
What is the article about?
WHat is the error?
What you expect an editor to do?
As computers are being used more and more in education, there will be soon no role for teachers in the classroom. Discuss advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
The chart below shows figures for attendances at hospital emergency care departments in Northern Ireland by age group in December 2016 and December 2017. Summarise it.
These days, scientists can tell whether a child will become criminal or not by examining the child at an age of three.
Do you agree that crime is a product of human nature?
Do you think we can stop children from becoming criminals?
A new neighbour has moved in next door and has taken your main rubbish bin.
Write a letter to your new neighbour requesting that they return the item. In the letter:
– Explain that new bins must be sourced from the local council
– Request that the person returns your bin immediately
– Inform the person of what further actions you will take should they not return your bin
The table below shows the results of a survey carried out with visitors
to the London Natural History Museum.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main
features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people prefer to directly help or support people in need in the local community. However, others choose to give money to the national or international organizations. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
News stories on TV and in newspapers are very often accompanied by pictures. Some people say that these pictures are more effective than words.
What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, women never feel need to get married. Some people believe that this is because women are able to earn and therefore do not require financial security that marriage can bring. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that children should spend all of their free time with their parent. Other believe that this is unnecessary or even negative. Discuss the possible arguments on both sides, and say which side you personally support.
More and more information about the lives of celebrities is found in newspapers, magazines, and online. Why is this happening? What are the disadvantages for the reading public?
As public safety is of the highest importance, it is often necessary to test new products on animals. It is better for a few animals to suffer from for human life to be placed at risk by untested products.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Modern lifestyles are completely different from the way people lived in the past.Some people think changes have been positive by others believe they have been negative.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Computers can now help people translate things immediately so there is no need for people to learn other languages.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The children now tend to ignore their social responsibility compared to the past children. Some people think of this as a positive change, however, others think of it as a negative thing. What do you think about this change?
Nowadays people depends on newspapers, radios, television and the internet for news and information. Which in your opinion is the best way for getting news and why?
Gender imbalance has long been a general phenomenon not only in the labour market but also in formal education. Some analysts argue that it is impossible to eliminate the underrepresentation of women in some subjects in the university. Do you agree or disagree?
You are visiting another town next month for a short break. write a letter to the tourist information centre. In your letter:
Tell them how long you are staying
Ask for some suggestion for what to do
Find out if there are any local events happening at the time
The graph shows population variation in three wildlife species from 2011 to 2016 in North America and its coastal areas.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe zoos are good places for people to learn about animals. Other people believe animals belong in nature and it is wrong to keep them in zoos. What do you think? Explain, giving specific reasons for your choice.
Some people think crimes are the result of circumstances like poverty and other social problems. Others believe that they are caused by people who are bad in nature. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The pie charts below show electricity generation by source in New Zealand and
Germany in 1980 and 2010.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make
comparisons where relevant.
Electricity Generation by Source in New Zealand
In maby countries, governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government money?
New coverage about violent crime frightens people and encourages criminals. Therefore, some people believe this type of news should not be reported in newspapers or shown on TV.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the daily water consumption for Americans in their homes.
Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons when necessary.
It is common nowadays for each member of the family to have their own piece of modern technology. Some people think this will lead to a break down in family relationship and communication.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?