Some people think that when a new town will be developed, there should be more parks than shopping malls. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and age together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you returned home, you realized you had left some important documents at the hotel.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter:
Explain the situation
Describe the documents
Say what action you would like the manager to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir/Madam,
An increasing number of people are buying what they need online. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development? đ What are the advantages of international communication online? Are there any disadvantages to this?
“Some people say that economic growth is the only way to end hunger and poverty, while others say that economic growth is damaging the environment so it should be stopped. Discuss both views and give your opinion.”
A local college wants people with a job to come and talk to students about what it is like to work. You would like to come forward and talk to the students about your job.
Write a letter to the principal of the college. In your letter,
• explain what you would like to talk about
• say why students would be interested in your job
• suggest a possible date and time for the talk
Nowdays many students have the opportunity to study some or all of their course in a foreign country. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages?
In many countries, shopping is becoming a free-time activity that replaces traditional hobbies, such as reading and sport. What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think the best way to learn new things is to study them alone. Others think that it is always better to get help from a skilled teacher. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons to support your choice.
The table shows the worldwide market share of the mobile phone market for manufactures in the years 2005 and 2006. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. (20 mins.)
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed school. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
You have decided to go on a holiday abroad for 2 weeks, and you want one of your friends to go with you. Write a letter to your friend asking him to accompany you.
In your letter:
•explain where and when you want to go
•give details of the travel, dates and costs involved
•describe some of the things you want to do.
Towns and cities are attractive places. Some people suggest that the government should spend money putting in more works of arts like paintings and statues to make them better to live in. To what extent, do you agree or disagree with their opinion?
globalization is positive for economics, but it’s negative side should not be ignored. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some places, teenagers are encouraged to get part-time jobs while they are still in school. Do the advantages of teenagers working outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Organized tours to remote areas and community are increasingly popular. Is it a positive or negative development for the local people and the environment?
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both side and give your opinion.
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they like the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
• say what the participants liked about the hotel
• explain why they were unhappy about the food
• suggest what the managers should do to improve the food in the future
Some organisations believe that their employees should dress smartly. Others value quality of work above appearance. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own
Some people think a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children whoc are taught to cooperate rather than compete become useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your opinion
In their advertising, businnesses nowadays usually emphasize that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Some people think educational success depends upon good teacher, others believe that it depends upon attitude of the students. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Prison is the common way in most countries to solve the problem. However, a more effective solution is to provide people a better education. Do you agree or disagree?
: The provided line graph depicts alterations in percentage terms the changing patterns of domestic access to modern technology in homes in the UK.
Some people believe that newspaper is the best way to learn about news. While others believe that a more effective way is through other media. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think it is good for countries culture to show imported foreign films and TV programs. others thing its better to produce them locally discuss both views and give your opinion
The pie chart shows the amount of money that a children's charity located in the USA spent and received in one year, 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
This graph below gives information from a 2008 report about consumption energy in the USA since 1980 with projections until 2030. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant
One of the highlighted benefits of online education is its potential cost-effectiveness compared to traditional classroom learning. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of online education from a financial perspective.
Topic – Some people believe that educational success depends on good teachers, while others believe that students’ attitude are important. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Zoos are sometimes seen as necessary but poor alternatives to a natural environment. Discuss some of the arguments for and against keeping animals in zoos as an IELTS topic and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that governments should spend money on the arts. Others assert that this money should be used to improve public services and infrastructure. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The diagram below shows how instant noodels are manufactured. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
some believe that old buildings should be protected by law. Others, however, thinks that they should be replaced by new buildings. Discuss both views and give your opinions
The two maps below show an island, before and after the construction of some tourist facilities. Assel.
Some people say that people should keep all their earnings and don't have to pay taxes to government. Do you agree or disagree with then statement
The table below shows the propotion of different categories of families living in poverty in Australia in 1999. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
These days’ consumers are faced with an increasing amount of advertising from various companies. - To what extent do you think consumers are influenced by advertising? - What measures should be taken to protect them?
Some think that the Olympic games help bring people from different nations together. Others, however, think that hosting the Olympics wastes money which could be used for important issues. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.
“Fatherhood ought to emphasised as much as motherhood. The idea that women are solely responsible for deciding whether or not to have babies leads on to the idea that they are also responsible for bringing the children up.”
To what extend do you agree or disagree?
You have a new camera but when you got it home you found it had some problems.You returned the camera and dpoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.Write a letter to the company.
SOME PEOPLE SAY THAT THE MAİN ENVİROMENTAL PROBLEM OF OUR TIME IS THE LOSS OF PARTICULAR SPECIES OF PLANTS AND ANIMALS.OTHERS SAY THAT THERE ARE MORE ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS DISCUSS BOTH THESE VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION
The chart below gives information on the global sale of hybrid vehicles* between 2006 and 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The line graph shows the percentage of Internet users in three countries from 1999 to 2009.
The plans below show a public park (Grange Park) when it first opened in 1920 and the same park today. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own.
Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club. In you letter
- introduce yourself
- say why you are interested in this sports club
- ask some questions about the club eg. facilities, members, costs.
The diagram below shows the process for recycling plastic bottles. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. M
The chart below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The line graph shows visitor numbers to 5 attractions in the city of Parkvale from 1996 to 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter to your friend about a job opportunity you came across that they might find interesting. In your letter, you should:
give some details about the job
mention how you came across the job opportunity
explain why you feel the job would be suitable for your friend