As populations continue to grow, places of natural beauty in cities and around are being used for construction of new housing. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The table below shows the consumption of three basic foods (wheat, maize, rice) by people in four different countries.
The personal information of many individuals is held by large internet companies and organisations. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages. (Thảo)
TAEROPLANES USE MORE FUEL AND CAUSE MORE POLLUTION THAN CAR DO.IN SUCH A CASE ,NONESSENCIAL AIR TRAVEL SHOULD BE DISCOURAGED IN ORDER TO MAKE THE ENVIRONMENT BETTER RATHER THAN LIMITING THE CAR USE .TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE
Some people believe that parenting children with the help of modern technology can have numerous benefits, while others argue that it may lead to potential problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like the landlord to take
Some people believe that teaching music in schools is a vital part of growing up and the human experience, whilst others believe that teaching music in schools is a waste of time and resources. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
In order to solve traffic problems, governments should tax private car owners heavily and use their money to improve public transportation. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a solution?
The chart below gives information on the number of workers in different occupations who migrated to Australia betwween 2009 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that the main purpose of schools is to teach children to be a good citizen or worker rather than to benefit them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts show the proportion of graduates with 6 different types of qualifications namely: First dagree-Art, First dagree-Science, Master- Art, Master- Science, Ph.D- Art, and Ph.D- Science who worked for the same engineering company between 1980 and 2008.
The table illustrates the proportion of monthly household income five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing and entertainment. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart illustrates consumption of three kinds of fast food by teenagers in Mauritius from 1985 to 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The two maps below show an island before and after the construction of some tourist facilities.Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relavent.
You are going on a short course to a training college abroad. It is a college that you have not been to before.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer. In your letter,
•give details of your course and your arrival/departure date
• explain your accommodation needs
• ask for information about getting to and from the college
One of your friends has asked you to be a partner in his new business.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
• Give your opinion of your friend's business idea
• Tell him whether or not you have decided to accept the offer
• Explain your reasons for this decision
The graph gives information about the age of the population of Iceland between 1990 and 2020. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The diagram below shows the production of steam using a gas-cooled nuclear reactor. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Dick drawing number of overweight people, putting a strain on healthcare system in an effort to deal with health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce the physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The graph below provides information on the number of students from the US, UK and Australia who studied in other countries between 2002 and 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the price in Euros of four types of bread in one European country from 2001 to 2005
You recently subscribed to an online meal delivery service that promised healthy, gourmet meals. However, the meals delivered were not as advertised. Write an email to the customer service department in about 150-200 words. Your email should include the following things: Mention when and where you subscribed to the service Describe your dissatisfaction with the meal quality and presentation Request specific actions to address your disappointmen
Some people say that economic growth is the only way to end world poverty and hunger. Others say that economic growth is damaging the environment and should stop. Discuss bọth views and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows the average conaumption of cheese in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland between 1980 and 2020.
The fast food industry has negative effect on our health, the environment and family eating habits. Do you agree or disagree?
Large internet companies and organizations hold the personal information of many individuals. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Some doctors show it is important for the old people to have regular exercise. However, some old people cannot get enough exercise. Why do you think this happens? How can old people be encouraged to exercise regularly?
Most agree that schools should be training children to recycle waste to preserve the Earth's natural resources. However, some believe that it is parents who should teach their children to recycle waste while others feel schools are more responsible. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Should young people follow older people’s advice or is it good for them to challenge older people’s opinions and thoughts. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
The bar chart below shows the proportion of renewable energy of total supply from 1997 to 2010.
You have a friend who has always liked the car you currently drive. Now you have decided to sell the car. You think your friend might be interested in buying it.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter,
•say why you want to sell your
•describe the condition of the car
•invite the friend to come and see the car himself/herself someday
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
" the flower that blooms in adversities is the rarest and most beautiful of all." Discuss the statement and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that schools should focus on academic subjects only, while others think that schools should also provide classes on life skills, such as communication and teamwork. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the fictional violence portrayed on television is harmless entertainment. Others disagree and think that it encourages violent behaviour. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environment problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Environmental problems are becoming a global issue. Some people believe that individuals should be responsible for solving environmental issues, while others believe it is the government's responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The person gives information on cinema attendance in the UK. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information given.
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/she would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to ypur friend. İn your email 1: Describe where you live when you were a student at the university 2: Recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation 3: warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
Will see homeless people in the society, few people support them with food and money and few are against. What is your opinion on this.
Students in school and university learn far more from lessons with their teachers compared to other sources, such as the television or the internet. Do you agree or disagree?
While some people consider global warming to be the most pressing environmental problem which we have at the moment, others belive that deforestation has a more devastating impact on our world. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people say that the only reason for learnign a foreign languate is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people，however，think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that people can use animals for the benefit of humans. Others believe that this practice is wrong. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries the proportion of older people is steadily increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of aging populations
The two graphs below show the percentage of smokers and the consumption of alcohol in lites in selected countries, for the period 1960 - 2000. 3959 arse the information by choosing and reporting the key features, and make any relevant comparisons.
as cyber-perpetration is becoming a main online problem, socail media and technological companies should be obligated be government to launch strict policy(ies) against cyber-bullying. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
You are going to take a short holiday in Singapore and you want to rent a holiday apartment while you are there. Write to the tourist information office. In your letter:
• explain what you need
• say when you plan to be there
• ask for information about prices
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr/Ms __________
Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest time of most people's lives. Others think that the adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries, secondary schools provide students with an opportunity to learn skills such as cooking, basic repairs, drawing and woodwork. What are the advantages and disadvantages of teaching such non-academic classes in school?