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 experince and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion (KL)
Nowadays some high-school graduates travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to study at university. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Today our communications, medicine and transport system all depends on computer technology. Our reliance on the co.puter technology in these fields has created a dangerous situation. to what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement?
In any field of endeavor, it is impossible to make a significant contribution without first being strongly influenced by past achievements in that field. 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. In developing and supporting your position, you should consider ways in which the statement might or might not hold true and explain how these considerations shape your position.
With deforestration, urban development and illigal hunting, many animal species are becoming endangered as they lose their habitats and some are even threatened to the point of extinction. Do you think it is important to protect animals? What measuers can be taken to deal with this problem.
the most aim of science should be to imrove people's lives. to what extand do you agree or disagree with this statment?
There is an increasing trend around the world to have a small family rather than a large family. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of having a small family rather than a large family?
Most people have forgotten the meaning behind traditional or religious festivals; during festival periods, people nowadays only want to enjoy themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
differences between countries are becoming less evident. Nowadays, people are watching the same film, fashion and tv channels. To what extend do the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages?
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
Some people think that young people should go to university to further their education while others think they should be encouraged to work to serve society. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Your parents will be celebrating their 40th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. Write to your best friend, Joan, who is a professional event planner. In your letter:
-explain why the occasion is special
-ask for her assistance
-set up a time to meet at your friend's convenience to discuss your plans
The bar charts below show the prevelance of obesity among boys and girls aged 12-19 years by ethnicity, in the United States for the years 2004 and 2014
With an increasing number of people eating fast food, which if eating too regularly can cause health issues, some people think that the only solution is to ban it completely. To what extent do you agree?
These days more and more people are going to other countries for a period either to find a job or study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this , but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Internet social media have become very popular. To what extent do you think this is a good or bad thing? Why do you think this is the case? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that government should not give international aid since they have disadvantaged people like unemployed and homeless in their own country. To what extent do u you agree or disagree?
Many people argue that the use of technology, such as smartphones and social media, has had a negative impact on interpersonal communication skills. Others believe that technology has enhanced communication and connectivity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centers or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Everybody should be allowed addmission to university or colllage programs regardless of their level of academic ability. To what do you agree or disagree with the statement ? Give reason for your answer and iclude any relevent examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugars which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
The graph shows the annual income of languages-related jobs in US dollars in five cities.
The office you work in does not have any cafeteria for staff. Write a letter to your manager to request setting up a cafeteria for the staff.
In your letter, you should tell,
• what you heard about the inconvenience from the staff
• how you feel about it
• what suggestions you have about setting up a cafeteria
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• Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The graph below shows the CO2 emissions of five regions from 2000 to 2020, and predictions up to the year 2040.Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
The table shows the proportions of income spent on 4 common items in the UK in 1998.
The table illustrates Venezuela's victims categorized by age groups and crime types such as murder, negligence, kidnapping, robbery and blackmail.
The local council has decided to build a block of flats on the park opposite the place where you are living
Write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper:
- Where did you hear this news and your opinion?
- The reason why you protest it
- Make suggestions for what people can or should do to stop the development
Some people believe that lessons on becoming a good parent should be included in school curriculum. Others think that it is not essential for students. Discuss both opinions and give your own opinion.
Many people argue that in order to improve the quality of education, high school students should be encouraged to make comments or even criticism of their teachers. Other think it will lead to loss of respects and discipline in the classroom. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Recently, flooding in many big countries often happens worldwide and it frequently causes disaster to many people living in urban areas. Discuss the causes and effects of this disturbing trend Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
The graph below shows electricty production (in terrawatt hours) in France between 1982 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Celebrities such as singers and film stars earn too much money, buy too many goods and care too little about other people. To what extent do you think this is true? Should anything be done to change the situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
“Higher salaries are better than other incentives for motivating workers.” To
what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now one big traffic jam. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governement take to discourage people from using theirs cars?
Because of modern technology, it is no longer necessary for people to learn handwriting skills, but others believe that handwriting is still an important skill. discuss both and give your opinion on your experience
Some psychologists claim that the basic reason for an increase in violent crime among youngsters under the age of 18 is that children these days are not getting the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In some places old age is valued, while in other culture youth is considered more importance. Discuss both views and give you opinion.
The table below shows average climate conditions in Dak Lak province, Vietnam. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Zhaina
Children are generally more successful in foreign language studies than adults. Thus, it is better to learn language in childhood. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people argue that fashion items cost too much money. Others say that this is acceptable because fashion is an important part of life. Discuss both these views and give your ouwn opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that instead of preventing climate change, we need to find a way to live with it. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
These days, people in some countries are living in a “throw-away” society, which means people use things for a short time and the throw away. What are the causes and the consequences?
Crimes committed by young people are increasing in major cities throughout the world. Discuss the causes and how to solve this problem.
You are coming home late night and detained by police Department for a routine check(patrol). The officer on duty behaved with you rudely. Escalte the complaint to police Commissioner about this incident.
In your letter
Introduce yourself
describe what happened
say what you want police Commissinoer to do for you.
Academic Writing Part 2 The average standard of people's health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think it is better to live in the city while others say the countryside is better. Discuss both attributes and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your local council is considering closing the sports and leisure centre 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 if the centre close.
Some people believe that computers are more a hindrance than a help in today’s world. Others feel that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. In what ways are computers a hindrance? What is your opinion?
The advance in air travel are focused only in first-class and this seems to have left others with no benefits at all. Do you agree or disagree?
Society is experiencing an increase in many problems such as crime and drugs abuse due to urbanization. Give some suggestions to control this trend.