In many countries around the world, teenagers are involved in crime. Some people say it is because the parents spend long hours at work, thereby having limited time for their children. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, people believe that government should invest tax-payer's money in healthcare , others believe that money should be use in other areas . Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
In some developing countries, people prefer to invest their money in businesses outside their own country. What are the reasons for this? What can governments do to change this trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some countries invest in specialized sports facilities for top athletes but not for average people. Is it a positive or negative impact.
We have entered a throw-away society and fill the environment with rubbish. What are the causes and what are your solutions?
In developed countries, more and more people buy and use their cars. Do the advantages for people of cars using outweight its disadvantages on environment.
Some environmentalists list have advocated building wildlife sanctuaries to protect endangered endangered species. Discuss the advantage and disadvantage of doing this.
Some people believe that robots are very important for human future development. Others argue that the invention of robots has negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Human activities have had a negative effect on ecosystem, animals and plants across the world. Some people believe this can not changed while others feel that we can still take action to protect living things and the environment. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people think that commuting in the city by bus is ideal for both people and enviroment while others think its disadvantages out weight the advantages. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You should spend about 20 mintues on this task.
You are an alumnus (alumna) of a Bluegill University, registered in a volunteer program to conduct informal interviews with prospective students. Recently, an entrant has been assigned to you to have an interview.
Write a letter to the entrant. In your letter:
state your reason for writing
briefly describe the interview and inform the entrant of a possibilty to cancel it
propose a convenient time for an interview
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
You stayed at your friend’s house when you attended a conference in Australia. Unfortunately, you left a large envelope with some important documents in your room. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:
-Thank your friend for the stay.
- Describe where you left the envelope.
- Ask him/her to return it to you by post.
In many countries, paying for things using mobile phone (cellphone) apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages? Transactions are trackable convenient if no cash available
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own option.
Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends, where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holidays photos
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter
*thank them for the holidays and the photos
*explain why you did not write earlier
*Invite them to come and stay with you
You recently spent a vacation at the home of some friends who live in a different city.
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter
- thank your friends for letting you stay with them
- describe some things you enjoyed about your vacation
- invite your friends to visit you.
Some people opine that computer have made our life more convenient and easier, others, however, oppose it and say that computers have actually made our life complex and stressful. Discuss both these views.
Plastic shopping bags are used widely and have caused many environmemtal problems. Some say they should be band To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people say that the main environmental problem is loss of some plants and animals. others say that there are some main enviromntal problems. discuss both views and give your opinion.
The best way for a country to prepare for the future is to invest more resource in its young age people. How true do you think of it ? What is the best way to invest resources?
Some people believe that the government should not invest in the development of art and instead, invest in other fields such as medicine and science. Which field do you think the government should invest in?
Some people believe that businesses have a responsibility to address environmental issues, while others think it is the role of governments to solve these problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The parents of your Australian friend chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for her
Write a letter to the parents,
Say why you think chris will enjoy the surprise party
Explain why your wont be able to attent the party
Give details of a plan to see chris at a different time
Many people think cheap air travel should be encouraged because it gives ordinary people freedom to travel further. However others think this leads to environmental problems, so air travel should be more expensive in order to discourage people from travelling by air. Discuss both sides an give your own opinion. (Khalil)
The growing number of overweight people is putting a burden on the healthcare system in an efforts to deal with the issues involved. Some people think that the best way to solve this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that newspapers should be allowed to publish details of politicians' private lives, while others argue that this is an invasion of privacy. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The responsibility of preventing and reducing global environmental damage lies in the hands of politicians and individuals have little impact. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Countries around the world will be facing significant challenges relating to the environment, population and education as well . What problems will your country face in the next 10 years? How can these problems be overcome
You recently moved to a new address. You want to tell a friend who lives in another city about your new home. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: explain why you moved, describe your new home, invite your friend to visit you.
Some people say that the main environment problem of our time is the loss of particular of plants and animals.Others say that there are more important environmental problems.Discuss both these views and give your own options.
Your friend invited you to his/her birthday party, but you are
unable to attend.
Write a letter apologizing for your absence. In your letter:
• State why you cannot go
• Explain your reason for not contacting your friend sooner
• Suggest another time to meet.
More and more city workers are deciding to live in the country and travel into work every day. The result is increased traffic congestion and damage to the environment. What measures do you think could be taken to encourage people not to travel such long distances into work?
The best way to solve the world's environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuels. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The government money should be invested in teaching science rather than other subjects so as to help the country make progress and develop. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many foods are shipped from far away. Some people think that eating local food is more environmentally and economically. Do you think the advantages outweigh its disadvantages?
International marketing is sometimes seen as invasive and an intrusion into the country in question. Others argue that it is a necessary and economical form of education in addition to spreading ideas, language and culture. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Type up your answer and try to write it in 40 minutes to reflect true exam conditions. This way I can get a real idea regarding your level and what action we should take.
Some believe that traffic problems in cities can best be resolved by investing in urban infrastructure while others feel there are superior solutions. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Scientists have been warning for many years about environmental protection and how important it is to limit our personal energy consumption. What are the causes of the over-consumption of electricity? How can people be encouraged to use less energy?
Describe the job/ career you have or hope to have. You should say: what the job is what it involves why you chose it and explain why you are interested in this job.
As parents, they should be required to attend parenting courses every year to bring up their children well and give them a better environment for growth. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nuclear Power is a necessary evil . Despite the potential human and environment consequences of radioactive fallout , nuclear energy is a genuine alternative to non-renewable energy sources like oil and coal, which are quickly running out . In short, the benefits of nuclear power for outweigh the risks of using 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.
"Prevention is better tha cure". Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invet in preventive measures. To what extent do you agree.
The local council has some funds to invest in the neighborhood. They have asked for suggestions from the public.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
• thank them for considering the public’s opinion
• explain ways in which the funds can be utilised
• offer some ways in which you can contribute to the council
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam
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
You have recently moved to a new city for work. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
•tell him/her about your new job
•describe the city where you are living
•invite him/her to come and stay with you
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear [friend’s name],
A friend you made while you studying abroad has writen to ask you
help finding a in your country. You have heard about a job in a local
company thd might be suitable for himm/her.
Write a letter to this your letter
• tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves
• say why you think the job would be suitaue for him/her
• explain how to apply gor the job
Many agricultural lands are being converted into commercial centres. How does this affect the environment and people’s lifestyle? Discuss this situation and provide suggestions to address these issues. Support your answer with specific reasons and examples.
Some people say that it is individual responsibility to protect the environment while others say it is the government's primary role. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Your local newspaper published an advertisement asking people to help with environment projects in your area. Write a letter to the project manager to offer your help. In your letter
-describe a local environmental issue that affects you.
-explain what you would like to do to help.
-and suggest how the problem could be avoided in future.
Environmental hazards are often too great for particular countries or individuals to tackle. We have arrived at a point in time where the only way to lessen environmental problems is at an international level. Towhat extent do you agree or disagree?