nowadays many people choose to be self-employed , rather than to work for a company or oraganisation.why might this be the case? what could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
The diagram below shows the life cycle of salmon. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. aa
There are many things that motivate a person to work, but money is the most compelling. In your opinion, how influential is the power of money?
The charts below show the main reasons for study among students of different age groups and the amount of support they received from employers. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where revenant.
A close friend told you recently about a major argument she has had with her parents
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• Explain that you understand the reasons why they argued.
• Describe a similar situation that happened to you once.
• Suggest some activities to clear your friend up.
The bar chart shows the average count of the students per class in primary schools and lower secondary schools in 6 countries compared to the world average in 2006. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the number of house holds in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011, and 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below shows the stages in the food production chain of the United States. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. s information by selecting and reporting the main features an The Food Production Chain
The bar chart below shows the total case of COVID-19 in ASEAN countries per 5 May 2020. The table displays how COVID-19 has affected three different regions in Indonesia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Many manfuactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products shpuld be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. do you agree or disagree ?
ome people think that having a set a retirement age (e.g. 65 years ) for everybody, regardless of occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. Do you agree or disagree? Which types of workers do you think should benefit from earlier retirement?
The line graph below shows the number of immigrants to 3 different countries from 1991 to 2001. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
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.
Children need to learn right from wrong at an early age and punishment is the most effect way. To what extent do you agree? What punishment should be given?
The line graph below shows the unemployment rate of three countries between 1993 and 2007.
Some people say the goverment should give health care the first priorities, some others believe there are more important priorities to spend the taxpayers' money. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Obesity is a serious problen in many countries, especially in such countries discuss ways to solve the problems. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your answer
With the development of online communication,people will neber be alone and will always be able to new friends. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that schools are no longer necessary because students can study well at home through the Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many agricultural lands are being converted into commercial centres. How does this affect the environment and the people’s life style? Discuss this situation and provide suggestions to address these issues. Support your answer with specific reasons and examples.
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of , and planned future development for the site .
We are becoming increasingly dependent on computer-based technology. How do you think it will change in the future? Is it good for us to rely so much on computer?
To solve the problem of traffic congestion govt should provide free public transport 24*7. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Public celebrations( such as national days, festivals, etc) are held in most countries. Theses are often quite expensive and some people say that governments should spend money on more useful things Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that economic growth is the most important goal for a country, while others believe that other types of progress, such as social or environmental development, are equally important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both views and give your opionion.
Social media is popular and used by many people. However, some people think that social media can be bad for mental health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar chart shows the percentage of the total world population in 4 countries in 1950 and 2002, and projections for 2050. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. The charts below show the percentages of men and women aged 60-64 in employment in four countries in 1970 and 2000 Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
As English is now the world language and an essential skill in business, English language instruction should begin in kindergarten. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some parents say that children should play individually more than in a group. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
In some countrie , many people choosing to live alone than in the past. Do you think it is a positive or negative.
You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part time job. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In you letter, Explain that you would like to apply for the job, give some details of any relevant experience that you have, specify the days and times that would suit you
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. dinosaur, dodo...) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the use of water for agriculture products in Australia in 2004 and values of these products to the Australian economy in the same year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The maps show the outskirts of the town of Fosbury in 1980 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Consumer goods have become vital part of human lives. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this?
The tourism industry has grown enourmously in the last fifty years, and there are few places that are unaffected by it. However, tourism rarely benefit the countries which tourists visit. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that global environment problems shold be dralt with internationally. Others, however, believe that they have to be tackled domestically. What is your opinion?
You want to rent out a small apartment to a family, and you have decided to advertise it.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper asking to advertise your ad on the front page of the newspaper. In your letter,
give details of the ad that you want to publish
mention that you want the ad to be published on the front page
say how you would like to pay for the advertisement
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people believe that universities should only accept students with high marks. Others believe that universities must accept student of all ages regardless their previous grades. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Parents should spend more time with their children helping then with their homework Do you agree or disagree?
Parents are often over anxious to teach their children to speak. If children are 'slow-developers' parents will often allow psychologists and schools to intervene and give children speech therapy. Do you think development at different rates and so should be left to themeselves to acquire language skills, or, is such intervation justified? Discuss both views and give your opinion.
n some parts of the world traditional festivals and celebrations have disappeared or are disappearing. What problems is this causing? What measures could be taken to counter this situation?
The internet has transformed the way we live, but it has alos created problems that did not exist before. What are the most serious problems associated with the internet and what solutions can you suggest?
One of your friends invited you for a meal with his/her family in their home. You enjoyed the meal and had been happy to be introduced to his/her family.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, .thank your friend and say that you enjoyed the meal
• say what else you liked about this visit
• ask your friend to meet you someday at a restaurant
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
the maps below show recent changes in the town of Kimsville. summerize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
n the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Studying the English language in an English-speaking country is the best but not the only way to learn language. The use of mobile phone is as antisocial as smoking. Smoking is banned in certain places so mobile phone should be banned like smoking. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some educationalists say that every child should be taught how to play a musical instrument. To what extent do you agree or disagree?