as communication technology develops, it changes the way we communicate with friends and family members compared to the past. Do you think this has more advantages and disvantages?
To what extent do you agree or disagree? The best way for parents to teach their children about responsibility is to have the children care for an animal.
You recently spent a night in a hotel and had to put up with a great deal of noise very early in the morning because of a faulty central heating system. The manager promised to contact you regarding compensation but you still haven't heard from him.
Write a letter to the hotel. In the letter
describe the problem at the hotel
explain what the manager had said at the time
say what you want the manager to do
Some believe that all individauls who break the law should be placed in prison as aform of punishment. However, others hold the view that there are more effective alternatives to deal with lawbreakers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, others think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both ways and give your opinion.
Some believe that the government should provide free education for all levels (primary, secondary, and university). Others believe that students should pay for the university by themselves. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Schools should put more emphasis on sport and exercise, while others believe that schools should focus on science subject. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
You recently organized an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In your letter to the hotel manager:
Describe the purpose of the meeting.
Explain why you were unhappy with the hotel’s service.
Suggest what the hotel could do to improve.
Write at least 150 words.
Some people support the idea of individual working & learning but many think that it is better to learn things in a group. Discuss both these views & also give your own opinion.
You live in an English-speaking country and you want to so some voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which organizes such trips.
In your letter:
- Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long.
- Explian why you want to do the voluntary work.
- State what your skilld and experience are.
Some argue that zoos play an role important in conservation and education. Others argue that animals should not be kept in cages or held captive. Discuss both views.
The governments should close companies that produce toxic waste materials without their own waste treatment facility in order to protect the environment. Do you agree or disagree ? Use your ideas to support your side.
What do you think are the most important characteristics for a job you have had or you want to have? Use specific details and examples to support your opinion.
What is the best bluetooth earbuds you can buy? Explain what this statement means. Argue to the contrary to show that a little learning is not dangerous. To what extent do you think learning can be a dangerous thing?
To what extent has the internet made life more convenient ? Give reasons for your answer ans include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have been offered a scholarship for obtaining a distance Master's degree through distance learning at a prestigious university. One of the requirements is to take a test on site once a month.
Write a letter to your current employer.In your letter:
• Share the news.
• Explain how this will be helpful.
• Ask for permission to be absent.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………..,
Some people encourage young children to leave their parents house as soon as they become adults while others say children should stay at their parent’s house as long as possible. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
It is necessary for parents to attend parenting training course to bring up their children. Do you agree or disagree?
Today’s children are living under more pressure from society than children in the past. To what extent you agree or disagree with the opinion? Peer pressure School more demanding Competition higher educaiton Fast pace life
Many people think that the government should pay the tuition fees of all adults who are interested in university studies. Do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Some people think that people who have committed crimes should do unpaid community work such as helping a charity or cleaning the streets, rather than spending time in prison.
some people think the government should subsidise fruits and vegetables to make healthy food more affordable. Others argue that the government should tax unhealthy food instead. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The maps bellow show changes experienced by the town of Lakeside at the beginning of the 21st century. Summarize the information by reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Gia Linh
You are working at an international company and recently your responsibilities have changed and you think more training is required. Write to your boss saying
How your job has changed
Describing the training you need
Suggesting how training could be done efficiently
Some people believe that the increasing use of technology in the workplace reduces the need for human workers, leading to higher unemployment. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Nowadays many people now have the freedom to work an live anywhere because of advances in communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The table below demonstates the results of surveys in 2000, 2005 and 2010 avout one university. Summarise the information and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays families move to different countries for work. Some people think it has a negative effect on children, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion?
The ability of learning a foreign language becoming less important due to the advances of technology. Do you agree or disagree
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Othe Discuss both these views and give your own opinionrs, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools.
Although it is generally illegal, physical punishment continues in many countries. Some argue that parents should have the right to punish their children in this way. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that family has a more significant influence on a child’s life and development than other factors, such as friends, TV, music, etc. Do you agree or disagree with its statement
Some people believe that the fittest and strongest individuals and teams succeed in sports. Others think that success in sports depends on mental attitudes.Discuss bith the views and give your opinions
Your local newspaper is offering an award for people who have helped the community. Write a letter to the newspaper editor. In your letter
in some coutries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. to what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Both the poor and the rich find the accessibility into university difficulty. Do you agree or disagree?
Many students face difficulties when they move from high school to university. Why do you think students struggle with this transition? What can universities do to help students adapt more easily?
In some areas of the world, people prefer to live a traditional lifestyle, while in other regions, they follow a modern living standard. Why does this happen? Discuss both views and support your opinion.
The chart below shows what anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course.The table shows the salaries of the anthropologist in work after five years Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
The line graph shows the proportion of students aged 18-25 studying in the universities of Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand from 1961 and 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Universities should accept equal numbers of males and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that increasing business and cultural contacts worldwide have positive influences on development; others think that they have negative effects on national identities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. -comics -books -radio -film -television -theater give your reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
**Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification.** **Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.**
Some people believe it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations.Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The pie charts below show enrollment in different fields of study at a particular uni versity. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
ome people think that it is better for a country’s economy for people to spend money while others believe that it would be better for people to save money. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
n the past, lectures were used as a way of teaching large numbers of students, but now with the development of technology for education, many people think there is no justification for attending lectures. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
2.How would you describe your attributes (characteristics) as a friend, a family member, or as a member of your community ?