millions of dollars are spent on space research every year. some peope argue that the money should spent on improving living standards on earth. do you agree or disagree
The use of e-books is increasing day by day. Some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
I recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers trave to large shopping centres or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?
There is a big number of people who wish to live in big cities. Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living in big cities, Include reason and any relevant examples to support your answer. Your response will be evaluated in term of Task Fulfilment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
ADVANCES İN TECHNOLOGY HAVE MEANT THAT THEY İNCREASİNGLY USE MACHİNES TO DO JOBS THAT PREVİOSLY DONE BY HUMANS.THE BENEFİTS FAR OUTWEİGH THE DİSADVANTAGES.TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DİSAGREE.
some people believe yhe purpose of education should be helping individual to become useful for society, while others believe it should help individuals to achieve their ambitions. discuss and give your opinion.
The numbers of children that read books for fun has dropped dramatically in recent years. What are the reasons for this? How can we encourage children to read more?
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities so the the population in the countriside is decreasing. Do you think it is positive or negative development?
More and more families have computers in their homes. What advantages and disadvantages do home computers have for children? Should parents restrict the amount of time their children spend using the computer?
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of quipment that you use for your job.
Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter
-describe the problem with the equipment
-explain how this problem is affecting your work
-say what you want the shop or company to do
International travel is becoming cheaper and countries are opening their door to more and more tourists. Do the advantages of increased tourists outweigh disadvantages?
grandparents play an important role in the upbringing of their grandchildren, do you think it is useful for them to be involved, give your opinion?
You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practice in the community hall. You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall. Write a letter to the manager. In the letter:
• Describe what the group does
• Explain why the group is good for the community
• Suggest some alternative days and times for practice
Consumers are facing increasing numbers of advertisements from competing companies. To what extent do you think are consumers influenced by advertisement ?
In many countries people no longer wear their national costumes.They are forgetting their history and treditions.More people should be encoraged to wear their national costumes every day.Do you agree or disagree?
Some countries encourage teenagers to have part time job and see it is a good thing, while others disagree. Give your opinion and explain both views.
Countries with long working days are more successful economically, but there are some negative social consequences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that schools should only teach children subjects which are beneficial to their future careers and therefore other subjects such as music and sports are not important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that people should follow tradition of society. Others, however, believe that young people should have freedom to behave as an individual. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus on reducing environmental and housing problems. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people regard video games as harmless fun, or even ass a useful educational tool. Others, however, believe that videos games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?
You need to take leave from your work of over one month for personal reasons.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
explain the reason for the leave and the length of leave you need
explain how you will keep up-to-date while you’re away
suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear....,
Some people believe charity organizations should only offer help to people of their own countries. Others claim that these organizations should give aid to people in great need wherever they live. Discuss both opinions and tell which side do you agree?
Some people think that the high taxes on cigarettes and restrictions on smoking in public are beneficial to public health. Others, however, believe that these measures limit people's freedom of choice. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many of today’s most urgent problems can only be solved through international coope ration. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is more important to plant trees in towns and cities than to build houses. Do you agree or disagree?
Many criminal commit further crimes as soon as they are released from prison What do you think are the causes of this ? What effects will they have on society?
The rising levels of traffic congestion in many big cities around the world can cause the decline in the quality of life in cities. What do you think are the causes of this problem and what measures could be taken to solve them?
Many people like to go on holiday abroad, while others believe it is better to visit places within their own country. Discuss boh views and give your own opinion.
A neighbour has damaged your automobile while parking his/her car in the lane in front of your house. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter: explain why you’re writing describe the damage to your car and express your feelings about it recommend what steps he/she should take to resolve the situation.
The charts below show what students in high school want to become when they grow up.
write a letter to the director .In your letter ,explain why you are writing and assistance they are seeking
Every country should have a free health service, even if this means that the latest medical treatments may not be available through the service because they are too expensive. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people like to read online newspapers, on the other hand, others prefer to read paper based newspapers.Some people like to read online newspapers, on the other hand, others prefer to read paper based newspapers.Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The chart below gives data about the popularity (proportion of people doing regularly)of various sports in different countries.The graph shows the amount of time that people in those countries spend reading books,newspapers or internet articles per day.There is also a table showing the average price of books.
The charts bellow give information about travel to and from UK, and about the most popular countries for UK residents to visit.
Many people joint distance-learning program (study material, post, TV, Internet) and study at home, some people think it cannot bring the same benefit as attending colleges or universities. Do you agree or disagree?
in schools and universities, some girls tend to choose arts subjects, while boys choose to studyscience subjects. What are the reasons? Do you think this trend should be changed?
The restoration of historic buildings in major cities around the world involves significant government expenditure. These funds could be better allocated towards the development of new housing and road infrastructure. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowdays it is easy to apply for and given a credit card. However,some people experience problems when they are not able to pay their debts back. In your opinion, do the advantages of credit cards outweigh the disadvantage?
The diagram below show how geothermal energy is used to produce electricity. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
the diagrams below show the stages and equipment used in the cement-making process, and how cement is used to produce concrete for building purpose. summarize the information, and make comparison.
As mass communication and transport continue to grow, societies are becoming more and more alike leading to a phenomenon known as globalization. Some people fear that globalization will inevitably lead to the total loss of cultural identity. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement؟
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now one big traffic jam. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governement take to discourage people from using theirs cars?
The graph below compares SAT math results according to gender from 1992 to 2000 in a particular school. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your neighbor has been making a lot of noise recently. This has been causing you problems, and you want to ask them to stop.
Write a letter to your neighbor in your letter:
Ask for an explanation for the noise
Explain the problem this has cause to you
Say what will happen if the problem is not solved.
Some celebrities get higher salaries than politicians of senior stature. Do you think it is fair? What is the main cause of this?
The chart below shows the sleep patterns of people in five different occupations according to a Canadian study. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
some people think that men and women have diferences qualities, therefore certain jobs are suitable for men and others for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
n companies promotions to high positions should be given to employees inside the company , not to someone from outsiders or new hiring. Do you agree or disagree?