Pollution is a serious problem. It has many destructive effects on the people 's health and the environment. Discuss the major causes, effects and set some solutions,
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman.
In your letter,
remind him when and where you met
tell him what kind of job you are interested in
say why you think you would be suitable for the job
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ..................,
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement:" Advances in technology have made people happier than they were before."? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Billions of dollar are being wasted on space research. The money used could be better if used to improving condition on people on earth. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write an email to the local government in about 150-200 words. Your email should do the following things: •Provide information about where you live. •Explain the problem and how it affects your life. •Suggest a way to solve the problem.
Some people believe that governments should invest more in improving public transportation systems to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. Others argue that individuals should take responsibility for reducing traffic problems by using public transport. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Write an academic essay of about 250 words on the following topic. In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people think that they can make as much noise as they want, while others think that the amount of noise people make should be strictly controlled.
Discuss both views and include your own opinion and examples.
The diagrams below show the present building of a college and the plan for changes to the college site in the future. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people join distance-learning programs (study material, post, TV, Internet) and study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the same benefit as attending colleges or universities does. Do you agree or disagree?
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State with you consider to be the most effective: -Comics -Books -Radio -Television -Film -Theatre
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
> Describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
>explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
>suggest what should be done about the problem
you and a friend have both been accepted to a study abroad program in Paris, France.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Congratulate him/her for also being accepted
Ask him/her if he/she would like to be your roommate
Discuss possible activities that the two of you could do together
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,
The charts below show what UK graduate and postgroduate students who did not go into full-time woke did after leaving college in 2006. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart shows the global sales (in billions of dollars) of different kinds of digital games
You are due to start a new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems.
Write a letter to your new employer. In your letter:
- explain your situation
- describe your problems
- tell him/her when you think you can start
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 stadying at university or collage is the best route to a successfull career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The rising levels of congestion and air pollution found in most of the world's cities can be attributed directly to the rapidly increasing number of private cars in use. In order to reverse this decline in the quality of life in cities, attempts must be made to encourage people to use their cars less and public transport more. Discuss possible ways to encourage the use of public transport.
In some countries, parents want their children to focus on their studies only. Because of this, many young people do not get their first job until after college. In other countries, many children get their first part-time job while still in high school. Which approach do you think is better? Why?
When people move to another country, some of them decide to follow the customs of the new country. Others prefer to keep their own customs. Compare these two choices. Which one do you prefer? Support your answer with specific details.
Nowadays people are following fashion, hairstyle and so on. Why are they so influenced by fashion? Is it a positive or negative development?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is more important to keep your old friends than it is to make new friends. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly( its height too much, one its side overfilled)
explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours/( mosquitoes,smell, health issue
suggest what should be done about the problem( arrnage new dustbin , garbage taker every week
Write at least 150 words.
Many people believe that the increasing number of cars in cities is the biggest source of pollution and waste. Others think that industries and businesses are the ones causing more harm to the environment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
University education system is one of the most widely discussed topics these days. Many people believe that college students should be allowed to choose subjects they like to study. Others think that it is always better to learn subjects that have relevance in the future and I agree with them. Both views will be discussed in this essay
The key to reducing crime is to have more police patrolling the streets.’ How far do you support this proposal? What other ways of reducing crime may be effective?
Wnte about the following topic: Some people say the main way to be happy in life is to have a lot of money. How might having a lot of money make people happy? What other things in life can make people happy? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that increasing taxes on various industries will reduce pollution. Whereas others believe that there are better alternative ways. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have been invited to attend an interview for a place studying a course in a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot come at the time they wish.
Write a letter to the admissions tutor:
explain your position
apologise and offer to come on another day or later the same day.
ask how long the interview will be and whether there will be any tests dur
Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a six-month agreement. You now wish to stay in the apartment for longer than the six months you originally agreed with the owner.
Write a letter to the owner of your apartment. In your letter
say how long you now want to rent the apartment for
explain why your plans have changed
tell the owner about a problem in the apartment
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....................................,
Billions of dollars are spent on Space research every year. Instead, this money could be used to improve living conditions of people on Earth. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work. In your letter
- explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
- describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
- give details of when you would be available for work
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? “When people succeed, it is entirely because of hard work. Luck has nothing to do with their success.” Use specific reasons and examples to explain your position.
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for your advice on whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/ she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter: say why she will not enjoy going to college explain why getting a job is a good idea Suggest the typy of job that would be suitable.
You have just started a course in a college which has no facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of private sports club. In your letter
Introduce yourself
Say why you are interested in this sportc centre
Ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities,members,cost
The bar graph shows the global sales (in billions of dollars) of different types of digital games between 2000 and 2006
Most countries spend lots of money on education as they start to recognise its importance. In your opinion which two following subjects are the most important for your people and which one is the least important?
Watching television is bad for children. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Use your own knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
If students were given the choice between "not to study" and "study most of the time" they will choose "not to study". use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion . Do you agree ot disagree with the following statements?
You live in a room in a college where you share it with another student. You find it very difficult to study and work there because your roommate always has friends visiting. He/she has parties in the room and sometimes borrows your things without asking you.
Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college
and ask for a new room next term.
You would prefer a single room and explain your reasons.
Some people say that increasing price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
People attend college or university for many defferent reasons (for example, new experiences, career preparation, increased knowledge). Why do you think people attend college or university?
Write a letter to your local council. In the letter,
Describe the construction
Explain why the construction is a problem for you
Say what you would like them to do about it
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
It seems that finally the world has woken up to the reality that we are seriously damaging our planet. Pollution is killing our oceans, the air in many parts of the world is dangerous and a health hazard for people living in cities, poisonous chemicals are entering the food chain -to give just a few examples. Globally, efforts are now being made to try and protect the planet. In your opinion, is enough being done to save the planet or is it already too late?
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You recently bought a second-hand car from a company that sells used cars, but the car developed some problems. You have phoned, left messages and sent emails, but you have not heard anything from the company that sold you the car.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
•explain the problems you have had in contacting the company, and explain your dissatisfaction
•describe the problems with the car
• tell the manager what you want him to do
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The table below shows the percentage of first year students who gave ‘very good’ rating to the resources provided by the college, for three courses. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You want to arrange a conference for your company, and you need to ask one of your colleagues to give a presentation in this conference.
Write a letter to your colleague. In your letter include:
Details about the conference
Why you want your colleague to give presentation
What arrangement will you do for this conference
A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
•give contact details for when you are away
•give instructions on how to care for your pet
•describe other household duties
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear
Some people think that air travel should be restricted because it causes environment pollution. How far do you agree or disagree?
J. You have unexpectedly come into a large sum of money and you want to share this good news with
your friend.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
● explain where the money came from
● say what you intend to do with the money
● invite your friend to celebrate your good fortune.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___________,