The graph below shows information about the languages that 13-year-old students in one school chose to study. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Consumers are faced with increasing numbers of advertisements from competing companies. To what extent do you think are consumers influenced by advertisements? What measures can be taken to protect them?
You have recently moved into a new apartment. Your neighbour regularly plays loud music late at night, which disturbs your sleep.
Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter:
•Introduce yourself.
•Explain how the noise is affecting you.
•Suggest what could be done to solve the problem.
Essay topics: Students in school and university learn far more by lessons with their teachers compared to other sources(example: television and internet). Do you agree or disagree?
Write an essay of about 250 words to express your opinion on the following topic: Learning about the past has no value for those of us living in the present. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table below shows the percentage of members of parliament who were women in five regions, compared to the percentage of worlwide, in 1990, 1997 and 2005.
Many children these days have an unhealthy lifestyle. Some people believe that both schools and parents are responsible for solving this problem, while others argue against this. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The table chart below shows the number of nights spent by domestic and international tourists in Germany from 2016 to 2022 (in millions). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make. Write a letter to the bank manager.
In the letter:
-Introduce yourself.
-Explain that you did not buy the items listed.
-Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem.
Not enough students around the world choose to study science. What are the reasons for these? What impact does this issue have on the society?
You recently attended a local event in your community and enjoyed it. You want to write a letter to the organizer of the event.
In your letter:
Explain which event you attended and why you chose to go.
Describe what you enjoyed the most about the event.
Suggest one way it could be improved in the future.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people think that the pandemic has impacted our lives, especially in the education sector. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the government should spend more money on public service rather than wasting money on the arts.
To what extent do you agree?
In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via the Internet and live without any in-person interaction with others. Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows the number of books read by men and women at Burnaby Public Library from 2011 to 2014. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Surveillance cameras in bank, offices, shops, and streets have been very successful in reducing crime in the workplace and in public, but they are also a tool for their users to spy on people’s private business. what problems do the use of surveillance cameras create? are there any solution? give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge
The chart shows the percentage of boys and girls who played various sports in a country in 2010.
With the increasing used and development of new technology, many machines are now able to do the work which people use the perform. WWhat are the advantage and disadvantage of the trend?
Some people think that increasing the price of sugar is the best way to handle the crisis of obesity. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The diagrams below show the main reasons workers chose to work from home and the hours males and females worked at home for the year 2019.
some people prefer to shop for food in supermarket. other people prefer to do their food shopping online. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Governments and big companies should work together to reverse the affect of environmental damages rather than making individuals responsible for that. To what extent you support the statements?
*You have borrowed something from your friend and it got damaged.**
**Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:**
- **apologise for the damage to the item**
- **explain what happened**
- **say how you are going to fix the issue**
Sorne people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermaket and buy food produced all over the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development.
the diagram show how geothermal energy is used to produce electricity Summarize the information by selecting and reporting main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have bought a new camera but when you got it home you found it had some problems. You returned the camera and spoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter :
• Introduce yourself
• Explain the situation
• Aay what action you would like the company to take
People buy a product if it fulfils their needs; there is no need for advertisement. To what extent do you agree or disagree with it?
Some people believe that governments should spend more money on improving public transportation, while others think that building new roads is a better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Universities should accept equal number of males and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today’s school should teach their students how to survive financially in the world today.to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
A good teaching is more important for academic success than individual ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree
These days, a lot of people have their own computer and telephone, it has become quit easy do job from home. Do you think it has more advantages and disadvantages of work from home?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/ She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
Describe some possible disadvantages
Say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
With the increasing use and development of new technology, many machines are now able to do the work which people used to perform. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience.
You recently attended a series of English lessons in a language school. However, you were unhappy with the teaching quality.
Write a letter to the director of the school. In your letter:
• explain why you chose to study English at the school
• describe the problems you had with the lessons
• suggest how the classes could be improved
You do NOT need to write any addresses Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training . others belive they should be free to work in another coutnry if they wish . Discuess boh these views and give your opinion.
In order to solve traffic jam and air pollution, governments should promote the use of bicycles and restrict vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people feel that entertainments ej film stars pop musicians or sports stars, are paid too much money? Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid?
In mant countries are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government money?
The graph below shows the proportion of differnt materials that were recycled from 1982 to 2010 in a particular country.
Nowadays, many old cities are rebuild and redesigned( with older buildings knocked down) in order to look modern. Discuss both advantages and disadvantages of this practice?
Modern technology, such as personal computers and the Internet, have made it possible for many people to do their work from home at least part of the time instead of going to an office every day. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of this situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people prefer hobbies that require technology while some people prefer hobbies that do not require technology .Discussthe both views and give your opinon.
You would like to work for a company or organisation in a foreign country.
Write a letter to an employment agency. In your letter:
• Describe the kind of job you would like to do
• Explain which country or part of the world you would like to work in
• Tell them why you are interested in working in another country
In many countries fast food has become a part of life. It has greatly affected people's lifestyle. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion and relevant examples
some people think it is better to rent an accommodation than own it. while others disagree saying that owning a property has many advantages. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The bar chart shows the amount of energy generated by wind in four countries from 1985 to 2000.
Many people today find it difficult to balance the demands of their work and personal life. What are the causes of this situation, and what can individuals and employers do to reduce the problem? You should give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Nowadays many people choose to be self employed than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the cause? What could be the disadvantages of being self employed?