Sport is becoming a business. More and more companies are getting involved in sporting events. Do you think that it is a positive or negative development?
Mobile phones and the Internet have made it easy to stay in contact with other people. However, as a lot of time is spent using telephones and computers, there is less face-to-face contact and direct communication. Is the growing use of communications technology a positive or a negative development for society ?
The table below shows the sales at a small restaurant in a downtown business district. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
There is no denying the fact that nowadays, children spend several hours on smartphones daily. Despite people having arguments views about this topic, however, in my opinion, I consider that this is a negative development and in this essay will express my perspective, as well as discuss the reasons behind this case.
Some people think it is more important for government to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on the people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Research shows that business meetings, discussions and trainings are happening online nowadays. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Write a letter to a hotel manager in another city for an upcoming 2 days business trip for you and your colleagues. In your letter you should tell
- Introduce yourself and colleagues
- give information about the business meeting
- tell other requests you might have
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.
More and more businesses, as well as individuals, are choosing to communicate either professionally or socially using technology rather than face-to face. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In today's world with the dominance of capitalism, many people buy more items than before, particularly luxury ones such as brand-name clothes and cars. In this essay, the reasons behind this situation will be discussed in detail and examine whether this can have positive or negative consequences.
While some think family run business is the best way to run it , others think Family run business is problematic. What is your opinion.
The chart below shows the average cost of monthly contract for four different mobile (cell phones) in a European country from January to September 2002, measured in euro.
You recently joined a new fitness center and have been attending various classes. Write a letter to the fitness center manager to express your thoughts, experiences, and suggestions.
In the modern world, it is no longer necessary to use animals for food, clothing or medicines. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people have decided to reduce the number of times they fly every year or to stop flying altogether. Do you think the environmental benefits of this development outweigh the disadvantages for individuals and businesses? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that money is one of the most essential factors in promoting hapiness. Do you think people can be happy without much money? What other factors contribute towards hapiness?
Social Interaction is getting destroyed due to technology such as mobile phones. Do you agree or disagree?
You want to send a gift/present to you friend who has moved recently to a new home. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- Describe the gift
- Why you chose the gift
- Explain on how you plan to deliver the gift.
Band 7+: Many people in the music business feel that illegal music sites on the internet are a serious threat to the industry and more should be done to prevent them from operating. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Ownership of mobile phones has risen dramatically in recent years despite the potentially harmful effects they may have on our health or society. Goverments should introduce measures to restrict ownership of mobiles phones to those who need them for their work. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
"You are planning to go on a business trip. Write an email to the Human Resources Department: Where are you going? What is the purpose of your trip? How long are you going to stay? What is your itinerary (the places you will visit)? Who will you meet? Why are you going? Try to write a minimum of 50 words."
In advertising nowadays, businesses usually highlight and emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why do businesses practice this? Do you think this development is a positive practice or a negative one?
The ability to maintain friendships with a small number of people over a long period of time is more important for happiness than the ability to make many new friends easily. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarket in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples form you knowledge or experience.
Some businesses prohibit smoking in any of their offices. Some governments have banned smoking in all public places. Do you agree or disagree that this is the right course of action? Give reasons for your opinion.
THese days many people have their own computeres and telephones, so it is quite easy for them to work at home. DOes working at home have more advantages or more disadvantages
The increase in mobile phone use in recent years has led to problems in both social and medical aspects. What are the problems caused by the use of mobile phones and what soliutions can you suggest ?
You want to start your own small business. Write a letter to a bank requesting information about obtaining a business loan to finance your new company.
In your letter, include the following information:
what kind of business you want to start
how much money you need
the length of time over which you would expect to repay the money
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Companies are responsible only for making money for their investors. Therefore, they should not be held accountable for the environmental and social costs of their business activity to society as a whole. Businesses should do no more than concentrate on making profit. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries, shops, and public transportation. To what extend do you agree or disagree.
In the past employees worked in small business. Nowadays most employees work in bigger businesses. Do working in bigger business have more advantagees or not? Write ans with eg.
You want to start your own business. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter: tell him/her about your business
explain why you think it is a good idea and
ask him/her for some help or advice
People use too much phones nowadays, so they think they may have a negative influence. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
More and more people are suffering from health problems caused by a modern lifestyle which cannot be treated with modern medicines. Some people think that a return to traditional medicine should be encouraged. To what extent do you agree?
Smoking is a major cause of serious illness and death throughout the world today. In the interest of the public heath, governments should ban cigarettes and other tobacco products. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people these days choose to start their own business. Why do you think they choose to set up their own business? Do you think this is a negative development?
More and more people are using computers and electric devices to access information, therefore there is no need for printed books, magazines, and newspapers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some businesses observe that people who just finished college have a hard time interacting with colleagues in working as a team. What do you think is the reason behind this? What are your suggestions to address this problem?
Nowadays, a growing number of people of health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatrments instead of visiting their usual doctors. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Some people decide to start their own business instead of working for a company or organization. Do the advantages for people working for their own business outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
What do you think are the strengths and weakness of the education system in your country. Use your own experience to support your idea.
The charts below show the number of Japanese tourists travelling abroad between 1985 and 1995 and Austra/ia's share of the Japanese tourist market. Summarise the information by se/ecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Exposure to international media such as films, TVs and magazines has a significant impact on local cultures. What do you think has been the impact?
Not enough people realize the importance of natural world. What is the reason for people's lack of awareness? How can people be made more aware?
You are a current student of Loren Brusque University, studying Business Administration. You want to apply for the post of Quality Assurance Manager you have recently seen on the university's notice board.
Write a letter to Mr. Walker, and
•Give your reason for writing
•Tell about your education
• Describe your work experience and explain why you would be suitable for the job.
You are planning a business to another city. You will have some free time to do some
sightseeing while you are there.
● Write a letter to a friend who lives in the city you will visit. In your letter
● Explain the purpose of the trip
: to buildup business in the food industry
● Ask about thing to do and see in the city
: to visit various types of restaurant chains and hotels, explore famous cusines, to know poular areas where people are visitng the most to enjot food
● Invite your friend to do something with you during your visit : to come with me for guidance of local areas as well spend some qualit time and create some unforgottable memories.
Money should be spent on creating new buildings rather than renovating the existing ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that going to a fitness centers regularly is unnecessary. Instead they believe the combining occasional exercise (such as going for walk) with a balanced diet is enough to stay healthy. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The internet has made knowledge immediately available to people through computers and smartphones around the world. Much of this knowledge is also free. Do the advantages of this type of information outweigh the disadvantages?
Modern children are suffering from the diseases that were once considered to only be meant for adults. Obesity is a major disease prevalent among children. What are its causes, ( sedentary lifestyle,junk food) and what solutions can be offered?(foolwed a diet , campign of awarness participate in outdoor activities)
Many feel that happiness is mainly an individual responsibilty while others feel that there are important external factors. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.