Some people decide to start their own business instead of working for a company or organisation. Do the advantages for people working for their own business outweigh the disadvantages?
With the recent development in technology like e-books some people feel that the printed media like books, newspaper and magazines will soon be a thing of the past. Others feel that these forms of media will never disappear What's your opinion?
You recently saw an advertisement of a business conference that can be really helpful for your work. Write a letter to your manager asking permission to attend the conference.
In your letter say
What is the conference about
How did you know about the conference
Explain to him/her why it is important for you attend it
Inform him about the schedule and venue
Some people think that government should be held responsible when problem of homelessness and unemployment arise. Do you agree or disagree
More and more people are using computers and other electronic devices to acess information. So, printing of books, magazines and newspapers should not be done. Do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevent examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Government alone cannot be expected to solve environmental problems. It is also the responsibility of businesses and individuals to help. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
in their advertising, businesses nowdays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. why is this? do you think is a positive or negative development?
The table below shows the amount of waste production [in millions of tonnes] in six different countries over a twenty-year period.
The chart shows the results of surveys in one African country asking teenagers the main reasons for using their phones between 2016 and 2019.
You happened to witness a film being shot in your locality. Write a letter in 120-150 words to a friend describing your experience. You are Rani/Raman. 15. Vinay Nagar. Doty. ADS. 15. Vinay Nagar, Ooty.
"There are varying opinions regarding the enjoyment movies bring when viewed in different modes. Some people say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets and there is no need to go to the cinema."
Many businesses in the world today are run by family members. Do the advantages of family-run businesses outweigh the disadvantages. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experiences or knowledge
some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valueable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
(2024) You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently, you moved into a new neighbourhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed that people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the change rooms.
Write to the gym manager.
In your letter: explain who you are describe the problem exactly
make suggestions to improve the gym
The charts below show the number of japanese tourists travelling abroad between 1985 and 1995 and Australia's share of Japanese tourist market. write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown beow.
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, parents are allowing their children to use tablets and smartphones to enhance learning. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You recently saw an advertisement about a business conference that can be helpful for your work. Write a letter to your manager asking permission to attend the conference.
In your letter, say:
what the conference is about
how you know about the conference
explain to him/her why it is important that you attend this conference
You should write at least 150 words.
Sport is becoming a business with high income for professionals and more companies have involved in financial and in other ways. it is a positive or negative development?
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 youaare inter,sted in
• say why you think you would be suitable for the Job
The charts below illustrates which of three food restaurants were the most preferred amongest teenagers in Vietnam and Indonesia in 2017 and prediction in 2027. Summarize the key information and make comparison where relavent.
You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently you moved into a new neighbourhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the changing rooms. Write to Mr Koto, the manager. In your letter:
Explain who you are
Describe the problem exactly
Make suggestions to improve the gym
People can perform everyday task, such as shopping and banking as well as business transactions, without meeting other people face to face. What are the effects of this on individuals and society as a whole
Today it is common practice for many business meetings and business training to take place online. Do the advantages of this new development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones in communication has negative effects on young people's reading and writing skill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries, shop and on public transport, others argue that people should be free to use their mobiles wherever they like. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below gives information about the common activities children of different ages in the United States do as part of their bedtime routines. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter to the hotel manager to inform, you are coming with a group of
people to have a business meeting at his hotel.
- Introduce yourself and the group.
- Tell about the business meeting.
- Inform if accommodation is necessary.
What is your preference when you are going to by a new electronic device: friend recommendation or read magazines, newspaper or an article? Give reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people say that now we can see movies on our phones and tablets there is no need to go to the cinema. Other says to be fully enjoyed films need to be seen in cinema. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows the average growth in domestic products in wealthy countries, countries that have adopted global appraoach to business and countries that have not.
The bar chart shows the percentage of small, medium, large companies which used social media for business purposes between 2012 to 2016.
Describe your interest in the Indonesia Young Leaders Programme and how you hope this programme can assist you in your personal development and your community work
You stayed at your friend’s house when you participated in a business seminar in Australia. You left a file with important documents in the room you stayed in.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
• Describe the file
• Ask him/her to return it to you by post.
Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication hurts young people's reading and writing skills. Do you agree or disagree? Keywords: communication Type: Agree & Disagree
People are increasingly becoming concerned about protecting the environment from pollution caused by fossil fuels. Much of the pollution comes from car engines and some have suggested electric cars could be the solution. Do you think electric cars could be better for the environment? What are their advantages and disadvantages?
Business and Money In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The table shows the percentage of people with mobile phones who use various features on their phone between 2006 and 2010. Akerke
Many young people today have their own mobile phone and believe it is essential for their lives. Other people dislike mobile phones and think that they are both a nuisance and an unnecessary luxury item. To what extent do you agree or disagree with these two points of view?
Some people think the increasing business and cultural contact between countries bring many positive effects. Other say it causes the loss of national identities. Discuss both side and give your opinion.
Some people agrue that technological inventions, such as mobile phones, are making people sociably less interactive. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that it is not possible to be happy without money, while others think that money does not guarantee happiness. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experienc
The line graphs below show the subscriptions to mobile and fixed phone lines in four different countries between 2005 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places such as libraries, shops and public transport. Do you agree or disagree?
Some children spend hours everyday on their smatphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Animal rights protesters strongly believe that any form of animal experimentation is not only cruel and inhumane but also immoral. Scientists, however, believe that it is justified when used to develop new medicines, which benefit the lives of humans. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The top priority of businesses is making money, and they do not need to have social responsibilitties. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shop using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you thinkthis will be happen one day? Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?
Nowadays animal experiments are widely used to develop new medicines and to taste the safety of other products. Some people argue that these experiments should be banned because it is morally wrong to cause animals to suffer, while others are in favour of them because of their benefits to humanity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
More and more business meetings and business training have taken place on the Internet. What are the advantages and disadvantages?