Many university graduates cannot find a job in their chosen profession. What factors may have caused this situation and what, in your opinion, should be done about it? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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 your friend. In your e mail describe where you lived when you were a student at the university recommend the best way for him/her to look for accomodation warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accomodation
You are going to move out of your apartment in a English-speaking country. Your landlord is a very good person, who has assisted you a lot during your stay. Meanwhile, your friend would like to rent the flat after you. Write a letter to your landlord.
In your letter,
• Let your landlord know that you will be leaving
• Thank you landlord for his/her help
• Tel him/her about your friend
You have a problem with a neigbour.
Write a letter to your neigbour. In your letter
Describe the problem
Say how long it has been a problem
Explain what action you want the neighbour to explain take
You relocated to a new country for work. Write to your previous co-worker. In your letter
– Tell him/her where you live in the new country
– Describe how you feel
– Explain what you are doing at work
– Invite him/her for a visit.
The intrnet has brought sea change in the way inforamtion is shared and consumed, but it has also created problems that did not exist before. what are the most serious problems linked to the internet and what solutions can you suggest?
The internet has transformed the way information is shared and consumed, but it has also created problems that did not exist before. What are the most serious problems associated with the internet and what solutions can you suggest? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experiences.
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/she has asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
describe some possible disadvantages
say whether you would like to go camping with your fiend this summer
Your company has sent you on a three-month course in another country. The course is coming to an end but you would like to prolong your stay. Write a letter to your manager, in your letter:
Describe how the course has benefited you
Explain why you would like to delay your return
Suggest a date when you would like to come back
You are living in a University residence, and you have a problem with the high levels of noise from a new campus restaurant which is open until midnight.
Write a letter to the governor of the University. In your letter,
complain about the situation
say why this is a problem
and propose ways to reduce the noise
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
The influence of human beings on the world’s ecosystem is leading to the extinction of species and loss of bio-diversity. What are the primary causes of loss of bio-diversity? What solutions can you suggest?
Your company has recently introduced a new uniform for the staff. But you have learned that the staff members are not happy about it.
Write a letter to your manager about it. In your letter,
•explain why you think the staffs are not happy with the new uniform
• what you want the new uniform to be like
• and give some suggestions to handle the situation
The line graph illustrates the amount of visitor spend for visitors to New Zealand from 5 countries over a period of eighteen years between 1996 and 2014.
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job. Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter -describe the problem.
You recently purchased an item from an online store, but when it arrived, it was damaged. Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
describe the item you ordered
explain what the problem is
say what you would like the company to do
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/she has asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
* explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
* describe some possible disadvantages
* say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summe
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, Which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your lette
say what the participants liked about the hotel
explain why they were unhappy about the food
suggest what manager should do to improve the food in future.
Your mentor recommended you to learn a new language and gave you contact details of a teacher. Following his advice, you need to write a letter to the teacher and say:
• What is your motivation to learn a new language
• How can the teacher help you
• When you will be ready to start
Most employers do job interviews before offering position to a person. Do you think it is the best way to do it or are there other alternatives . What is the best way to choosing a employee in your opinion.
Nowadays people buy a lot of things even though they don’t really need them. Why is it happening, in your opinion? Is it a positive or negative trend for the individual and the society?
Although you are meant to present your thesis project in one month, your sister is getting married in Spain at the same time. You would like to change dates for your presentation. Write a letter to your professor. In your letter:
•Explain the situation
•Remind the professor of your academic achievements to date
•Ask for a different date to present your thesis
You are organizing a staff training day at a local conference centre.
Write a letter to the manager of the conference centre. In your letter:
Describe the purpose of the training day
Explain what you will need for the day
Ask about availability and cost
You have been busy with your studies for the past month and haven't had time to visit your family.
Write a letter to your grandmother.
In your letter:
·Apologize for not getting in touch with her sooner
· Explain why you have been so busy Arrange a time to visit.
You have a full time job and also doing a part time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course.
Write a letter to the course tuttor. In your letter
Describe the situation
Explain why you cannot continue at this time
Say what action you would like to take
You saw an advertisement for a tennis course in England but you have one or two problems and can’t stay the whole course.
Write a letter to the course director. In your letter,
explain your interest in the course
describe your problems
find out if a refund is possible
Write an apology letter when you missed an appointment with your doctor
Some people believe that social media sites, such as Facebook or Twitter, have negative impacts on young people and their ability to form personal relationships. Others believe that these sites bring people together in a beneficial way. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You have seen an adverstisement for weekend work in a hotel in the town where you are staying. You have worked in a hotel before and think that the job would be suitable for you.
You must apply in writing.
Write a letter to the hotel manager expressing your interest.
In your letter
. Introduce yourself
. Explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
. ask what work you would be expected to do
You are studying at a college which has very limited sports and leisure facilities for students. Write
a letter to the principal. In your letter,
outline the situation
propose ways to improve this situation
request a meeting to discuss this
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Write at least 150 words
A friend told you recently that he/she had gone to an excellent restaurant. You wonder if this restaurant will be suitable for your birthday party next week.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
tell your friend about your planned party
ask what the restaurant is called and for directions to get there
ask what kind of food it serves and if your friend has any particular recommendations from the menu
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Pat,
Write a letter to this neighbour. In your letter
•Explain the problem
•Suggest a solution
•Say what action you will take if the situation does not improve
A friend you made while you were studying abroad would like to spend a semester studying in your country.
He/she has written to ask for your advice.Write a letter to this friend.
In your letter
•describe why you think he/she will enjoy it
•explain why you recommend studying at your university
•give some advice about how to apply
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear
Your local council has advertised for volunteers to teach on a basic English programme for refugees. You would like to do some work for this programme in your free time.
Write a letter to the programme coordinator. In your letter
• explain why you would like to do unpaid work on this programme
• describe why you are a suitable candidate
• say when you are available to teach.
You have a full-time job and you are also doing a part-time evening course.
You now find that you cannot continue the course.
Write a letter to your teachers. In your letter
describe the situation
explain why you cannot continue at this time
say what action you would like to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Your Friend has been offered a place on a cousre at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email . describe where you lived when you were a student at the university . recommend the best way for him/her to look for accomodation . warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accomodation
You have recently seen an advertisement in a local newspaper for a part-time job at a pharmacy. Write a letter to the hiring manager to apply for the position. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and explain why you are writing.
Describe your qualifications and experience relevant to the job.
Request further details about the job and the application process.
Some people say when you move to a new country, you have to learn the language and culture of that country. Others say it is better to stick to your old traditions. Discuss both opinions and state yours.
In spite of the many advances women have made in education and employment, yjey continue to be at a disadvantage when it comes to pay and promotion. in your view, what shoule be done to promote equality for men and women in the workplace?
You and your family are moving to another country for work, and you are looking to buy a house there.
Write a letter to a property agent. In your letter:
•Introduce yourself and your family.
•Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find.
•Give your preference for the location of the accommodation.
You are interested in applying for a scholarship program to study at a foreign university. Write a letter to inquire about the course. In your letter:
Explain which course you are interested in.
- Manufacturing Engineering Technology
&Say what you know about the university.
- Pioneer in the Engineerinf field and famous for its developments in field
&Explain why you should receive the scholarship. - I have been working on a Autonomous Robotics project to leverage automation in manufacturing.
As we acquire more knowledge, things do not become more comprehensible, but more complex and mysterious. Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the statement and explain your reasoning for the position you take.
You live in a room in college which you share with another student.
However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it difficut to work.
Write a letter to the accomodation officer at the college. in your letter
describe the situation
explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
say what kind of accomodation you would prefer.
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter remind him when and where you met
tell him what kind of job you are interested in
say why you think you would be suitable for the jobWrite a letter to the company.
In your letter:
introduce yourself
explain what sort of job you would like to do
and say what experience and skills you have
Your English-spaekng fiend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your firend. In your email recommmend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn Explainn how your friend could learn this sport Suggest that you both learn this sport together
Every year more and more students choose to study online rather than attend classes on campus. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
Many people today facenthe problem of not getting enough sleep. What are the causes of this problem, and what solutions can you suggest?
You should spend about 15 minutes on this task.
There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter,
describe the complaints that have been made
say why the reception area is important
suggest how the reception area could be improved
Write at least 150 words.
people naturally resist making cahnges in their lives. what kind of problems can this cause ? what solutions can you suggest.
Writing task 1 (a letter)
Your local council is closing the children’s playground in your locality as not many children visit the park. Write a letter to the council requesting not to close it. Include the following in your letter:
– How important is the playground for children?
– Why don’t children go to the playground?
– What can be done to bring children back to the park?
Describe a toy that you often played with as a child You should say: What the toy was? How old you were when you had it? Did you play with the toy by yourself or with other kids? And explain how you felt about this particular toy.