You are soon going to spend three months doing work experience in an organisation.
Write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you are going to do work experience.In your letter:
. Thanks the manager for the opportunity to do work experience
. Explain what you hope to learn from the work experience
. Ask some questions about the work experience you are going to do
The percentage of overweight children in western societies has increased by almost 20% in the last ten years. Discuss the possible causes and effects of this disturbing trend and offer solution.
What technologies did you use to help you in your studies? Describe how it has helped you. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Light pollution (excessive light during night time) is a form of pollution, especially in modern cities. What problems does light pollution cause, and what solutions can you suggest for governments and businesses to take?
Your friend would like to visit your hometown. Write a letter to him/her and say
- What is the best time of the year to visit your hometown?
- Suggest some places to visit in your town.
- Invite your friend to meet your family.
Your local bookshop has invited members of the public to recommend a guest speaker for an upcoming event that will include a series of talks from well-known people.
Write an letter to the bookshop. In your letter
• suggest a speaker
• say what they would contribute to the event
• explain why other people would be interested too
In the past, many people had skills such as making their own clothes, knitting cardigans for the family and doing repairs to things in the house. In many countries nowadays, skills like these are disappearing. Why do you think this change is happening?How far is this situation true in your country? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
You are studying mathematics at university and have an assignment next week. You have been sick.
Write a letter to your teacher sking for an extension on your assignment. In the letter,
· explain that you are a student of mathematics class
· explain that you have been sick
· ask for an extension
Begin your letter with
Dear …,
Write a letter to the manager of the Lost and Found department of the railway regarding the luggage you accidentally left on the train.
In your letter
•give the details of your train trip
•describe the luggage you left on the train
• say what actions you want him/her to take.
Many people today are worried about ‘cybercrime’such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does ‘cybercrime’ cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and businesses to take? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own experience.
You have seen an advertisement in a newspaper for a job in the city post office during your holidays. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the director of the post office. In your letter,
• introduce yourself
• explain what experience and special skills you have
• explain why you are interested in the job
“Your first impressions when you meet someone are always right.”
Do you agree with this statement?
Write your essay giving your opinion using examples from your own experience.
The maps show changes that took place in Youngsville in New Zealand over a 25 year period from 1980 to 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
You are a student at a university in the UK. You have recently lost your university ID card. Write to the local police station, giving details of who you are, what happened and ask to record your details so that you can apply for a new ID card.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Last weekend, your cousin celebrated her 50th birthday, but you couldn't attend and you forgot to cancel.
Write a letter to your cousin. In your letter:
- Apologize for missing the birthday celebration
- Explain why you missed it and why you hadn't let her know
- Describe how you will make it up to her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,
Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter
explain what has happened
describe the bag and its contents
say what you would like them to do about this problem
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have made a reservation in a hotel for a business trip for you and your colleagues. However, you need to make some changes to your booking. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter
give details of your current booking
explain what changes you need to make and why
ask the manager to make some special arrangements for your business meetings
Write at least 150 words.
You are working 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 with the equipment explain how this problem affects you say what you want the shop to do
Write a letter to your friend telling him/her that you have won a photography competition. In your letter
– Describe the event.
– Describe the photograph you have sent for the competition.–
Invite him/her to the exhibition where your photograph is presented
Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for evryone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and, if so, how? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge of experience.
Thanking a friend for a holiday.
You have recently been to stay with an old friend for a few days. You hadn't seen each other for a long time. Write a letter to the friend. In your letter:
•say how you felt about the visit
• refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him / her
• invite your friend to visit you
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You would like to buy some electrical goods at a shop in a town which is far from your home.
Write a letter to the manager of the shop. In your letter:
say which electrical goods you want
ask questions about the cost of the goods and how to pay
explain how you will collect the goods.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear...
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for your advice on whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/ she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:
say why she will not enjoy going to college
explain why getting a job is a good idea
Suggest the type of job that would be suitable.
your friend is taking an exam and has asked to you help him/her with studying because he/she knows that you usually do well. write a letter to your friend. In your letter
* Tell him /her how you study
*Give him /her on advice about the week before the exam.
* Explain what to do on the day
n recent years, many skilled professionals such as doctors, engineers, and IT experts have left poorer countries to work in richer countries. What problems does this cause? What solutions can you suggest?
Your friend invited you to his/her party, but you are unable to attend.Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•explain why you cannot come•
give your reason for not contacting your friend sooner
•suggest another time to meet
Some people think that exams are a good way of assessing a student’s level. Other people believe they put unnecessary pressure on young learners and tell us very little about their abilities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
High job demands, stress and sense of commitment are among the main reasons people go to work when they are ill. This way they accomplish important tasks, but may infect others or get some serious health problems themselves. In your opinion should people go to work if they are sick? Support your point of view with relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
You were absent from an important event held by the company you work for.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
•Apologize for your absence and explain the reasoning
•Explain why you had to be at the other event
•Explain what you will do to catch up
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………………….,
You rent an apartment. you want to tell your landlord that you are happy with the apartment in general, but there are some small repairs that need to be carried out. write a letter to your landlord. In your letter say what you like about the apartment , describe the repairs that need to be made and explain how the repairs will improve your quality of life.
You currently live in a rental apartment, and the noise from your neighbours disturbs you. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter
describe how this situation affects you;
explain what steps you have taken to address the problem;
15. You’re interested in a music course that you saw on an advertisement.
Write a letter to the club.
In your letter, you should:
- explain why you’re interested
- request more information about the course
- talk about your past experiences.
You had a meeting with many jobseekers in a hotel and you were dissaisfied with your stay write a letter to meeting organizer, In your letter;
# Provide the detailsof yout meeting
# Explain what you ere dissatisfied with
# suggest what the hotel should do to resilve issue
You have 20 minutes
Your friend is asking for your advice. He is going to university and can't decide whether to study music or business management. Write a letter
- How you felt when you got the letter
- What the good points are for both sides and
- What your advice is
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure that it runs in order to save money
Write a letter to the local council.in your letter
Give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
Explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
Describe the possible effects on local people of the centre closes
our former boss has contacted you to offer you a position to help him start his new company.
Write a letter to your former boss. In your letter:
• Thank him for the job offering
• Decline his job offer and explain why.
• Show your appreciation and wish him well on his new project.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….,
You have seen a Tourist Board welcoming nominations for a ‘Best City/Town Award’. Nominate your home city/town.
Write a letter to the tourist board. In your letter
•nominate your town/city and refer to its location
•explain what is special about your city/town
•say how winning an award would change your city/town
You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and services. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter
• Give details of your visit to the restaurant
• Explain the reason for the celebration
• Say what was good about the food and the service.
Write a letter to the local authorities for requesting additional sports facilities for your age group in your area.
- Mention about the current sports facilities available
- What kind of additional sports facilities should be introduced
- How the new sports facilities would be of help for the people in your age group
Your cat home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you you for your job write a letter to a shop or company with supplied the equipment describe the problem you had to recruitment explain how this problem is affecting you say when you want the shop to our company to do
Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important fir everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and,if so,how?
You have received a letter from your landlord, Mr Matthews, asking you to renew your contract and pay more rent. You are happy in the property, but the landlord has not been maintaining it well.
Write a reply to Mr Matthews. In your letter:
•indicate your intentions to stay
• give information about the maintenance issues
• explain what you would like the landlord to do now
You work at home and have a problem with a 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 with the equipment
●explain how this problem is affecting your work
●say what you want the shop or company to do
Write a letter to your friend who is visiting your country
Recommend the best time of year to visit and why
Describe the types of accommodation your friend could choose
Say what you would like to show your friend in your country
unemployment is one of the biggest problem of contempory society. What do you think are the main cause of unemployment.what Solutions can you suggest?
You have recently been offered a job in Canada living with a family for 6 months and looking after their six-year-old child. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, tell him/her why do you want this job, explain how you will spend your free time in Canada, and invite your friend to visit you when you are in Canada
the percentage of overweight children in western societies has increased by almost 20% in the last ten years. Discuss the possible causes and effects of this disturbing trend and offer a solution.
The maps below show the changes in a café from ten years ago to now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
A council is closing a childrens playground because it is not being used often by children. Write a letter to the Council Mayor. In your letter explain
Every year millions of people move from the countryside to the city putting increasing strain on the urban environment. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?