Some people believe that the main purpose of education is to prepare people to be useful members for society. Others say that the purpose of education is to achieve personal wishes. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
A close relative of yours is having a birthday lunch next Friday, but you know you will be working. Write a letter to your boss or supervisor to ask for some time off.
In your letter,
explain the situation and why you particularly want to attend the lunch
specify the dates, times and amount of time off you will need
offer to work late or come in early another time to make up for the time.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr. Jones / Dear Mrs. Jones,...
The table below show the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two period. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Aircraft has been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some peoplep appose it. Discuss both of views and give your opinion.
The map below shows the development of the village of Ryemouth between 1995 and present. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In the future, it is difficult for humans to live on earth. Some people think more money should be used to on the researches on how people can live on other planets, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the total number of minutes of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three categories, from 1995-2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below give information on the ages of the populations of Yemen and Italy in 2000 and projections for 2050. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Write about following topic: In many countries, the amount of crime is increasing. What do you think are the main causes of crime? How can we deal with those causes? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, people buy far more food than they need. As a result, a large amount of food is thrown away. Why do you think some people buy too much food? What could be done to reduce the amount of food that people throw away?
Some people say that no one should do this beneficia forever, while omers believe that doing the same job is beneficial for the individual, company and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Topic: Study abroad can be highly motivational for students and also inspire their dreams. However, whilst studying abroad can have a number of positive effects on students, there are also many difficulties that they may meet along the way. With this is in mind, it is more advantages to study at home. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The bar graph below give information computer ownership as a percentage of the population between 2002 and 2010, and by the level of education for the year 2002 and 2010.
Some believe telling the truth in the relationship is not worthy, on the other hand, some people support the idea of being truthful to maintain the relationships healthy. I will explore the importance of telling the truth in the following essay.
A friend of yours is going on holiday soon and has asked you to recommend a destination.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
recommend a good place for a holiday that you have visited
describe where you stayed and what you can do there
describe about food and activities there
The chart below shows the changes that took place in three different areas of crime in Newsport city centre from 2003-2012.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparations where relevant
You recently attended a local community event, but you were disappointed with the organization.
Write a letter to the event coordinator. In your letter:
•describe the problems you experienced during the event
•explain how these problems affected your experience
•suggest what could be done to improve future events
Some people think that personal happiness is directly related to economic success. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently went to visit a friend in their new home. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
•tell your friend what you liked about his/her new house
•say what you did or enjoyed most about your stay with your friend
•suggest when and where you could meet your friend next
The two figures below show the rate of criminal convictions among men and women of different ages in the UK and the proportion of male and female prison inmates in the British prison system. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram shows how small and large Venus Flytrap species handle small prey to optimize their use of digestive enzymes Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with Discuss both these attitudes and give your opionion
Some people believe that automation can help positively transform the economy. others think otherwise, claiming that it may imply serious economic consequences. discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people believe that the government should take care of old people and provide financial support after they retire. Others says individuals should save during their working years to fund their own retirement. What is your opinion? Is it a positive or negative development.
Some people think that university education should focus on skills for future employment. Others think academic study should be the only focus. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The line graph show the average number of weekly patients visiting for clinic of a hospital from 2010 to 2016.
Some people think that parents should read stories to their children while others argue that this is no longer necessary as we have modern technology such as television and films. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The most effective way to solve traffic and transport problems in the cities is to encourage people from the suburbs or the countryside to live in the cities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the modern world, schools are no longer necessary because there is so much information available through the Internet that students can just as well study at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
As computers can translate quickly and accurately with the development of technology, learning foreign languages is a waste of time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In recent years, artificial intelligence has gained popularity, with some suggesting that it has the potential to bring about significant changes in human society. Why is this happening? Do you believe this trend has a positive or negative impact?
The graph shows the number of people taking parts in 4 kinds of sports in a particular region between 1985 and 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Video games are very popular with children. However, some parents feel that video games can have a negative impact on their children, but others believe that they may have some positive effects. How do you feel about children playing video games? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people believe that children should be taught how to become good parents at school. Do you agree or disagree with this idea? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people believe the Internet is the most important invention in modern history. Do you agree or disagree?
‘Failure is proof that the desire wasn’t strong enough’ To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Students should focus on learning in the classroom rather than show their status by wearing fashionable. Therefore, all students have to wear school uniform .do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is important to spend time developing a successful career. Others argue that it is more important to spend time with friends and family than at work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
The table illustrates the number of American households from 1790 to 1990.
Some people think that strict punishments for driving offences are the key to reducing traffic accidents. Others, however, believe that other measures would be more effective in improving road safety. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
The charts below give information about different types of waste disposed of in one country in 1960 and 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some universities offer online courses as an alternative to classes delivered on campus.Do you think it is positive or negative developments?
All parents want the best opportunities for their children. There are some people who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a children's future. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
In education and employment, some people work harder than others. Why do some people work harder? Is it a positive or negative development?
Many university students live with their families while others need to live away from home because their universities are in different cities. What are the advantages and disadvantages in both situations? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from hokes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
Some school leavers tend to go for travelling or work for a period of time before directly going to university. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages?
the graph below shows the number of tourists visiting a particulat carribean island between 2010 and 2017. summarise the informattion by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant
Students in university education should become a specialist in one subject rather than develop a wider range of different subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree？