Last month you had an overseas hoiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friends.
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others suggest that the circumstances of a crime, and the reasons for committing it, should be taken into consideration when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart belows shows the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011, and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some country have legal ages at which people can drink. Other counties believe not have strict laws is a better policy. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion
Some people think that genetically modified (GM) crops are a positive development. Others, however, argue that they are potentially dangerous. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. Dinosaurs, dodos …) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening.
Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that economic growth is the most important goal for a country, while others believe that other types of progress, such as social or environmental development, are equally important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Human activities has had a negative impact on plants and animals around the world, some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe actions can be taken to bring about a change Discuss both and give your own opinion.
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as teamwork. What are the causes? Suggest possible solutions.
In some countries, schools are teaching foreign languages for primary school children. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages ?
SOME STUDENTS GO DIRECTLY TO UNIVERSITY OR COLLEGE AFTER HIGHSCHOOL WHILE OTHERS TAKE A GAP YEAR TO WORK OR TRAVEL. DISCUSS AND SAY WHICH YOU PREFER
Many people use distance-learning programs to study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring benefits as much as attending college or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people think that government should provide funds to the sportsman while other opine that private institutions should support them. Do you agreeor disagree
In some countries, governments have tried to reduce the traffic. For instance, they imposed a congestion tax during the rush hours. Do you think this development is positive or negative?
some people spend most of their ives living close to where they were born. what might be the reason for this? what are the advantages and disadvantages?
These days more fathers stay at home and take care of their children while mothers go out to work. What could be the reasons for this? Do you think it is a positive or a negative development?
Some people think that a sence of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinio
Some people think it is not necessary for adults to receive education in class. Self study is a good way for them to study more effectively. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it's a good idea to socialise with work coleagues during eveing and weekends. Other people think it's important to keep working life completely separate from social life. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have just moved into a new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that noise may disturb your neighbour
Write a letter to your neighbour
Introduce your self
Describe your plans for the party
Invitee your neighbour to come
Many people think that the government should spend more money on providing faster and cheaper means of public transport. Some others think that there are important factors to take in consideration like (fuel,cost and environment) Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Some people government spend money on building train and subway lines to reduce traffic congestion. Others think that building more and wider roads is the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuse both view and give your opinion.
Some people believe that hard work and determination are the main requirements for success, while others say other factors lead to success. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give a reason for your example and include relevant examples from your knowledge and experience.
You have just moved to a new apartment.
Write a letter to your friend inviting them to come to your new home. In the letter you should:
Explain why you moved.
Describe your new home.
tell them how to get to your apartment.
You are moving home. Write a letter to your neighbours to say goodbye and to thanks them for their help during your stay.
Today, people's life expectancy is much higher than before.Some people believe that older people should continue to work. What extent do agree or disagree?
some people argue that the best way to reduce pollution and traffic jams from city centres is to make public transport free. do you agree or disagree?
Fresh water has become a global problem for the world. What are the causes of it? What measures government and individual should take to resolve the problem ? Give reasons and examples for your answer.
Some people regard tattoos and body piercing as an extreme form of fashion. Why do you think young people are prepared to damage their skin, permanently, in order to be fashionable? Do you think teenage rebelliousness or peer pressure plays a greater role? Discuss.
Some employers are giving increased importance to employing people with good social skills in addition to good qualifications. Do you agree or disagree that social skills are as important as good qualifications for success in a job?
Some people think that a huge amount of time and money is spent on protection of wild animals, and that money could be better spent on human population. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this option?
Some young people are leaving countryside to live in cities or towns, it leaves only old people in countryside. What are the problems of this issue? What can be done to solve this problem?
Some people believe that studying at college or university is important for a successful career. Others think that it is better to quit school and find work to gain experience for a successful professional life. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some countries invest in specialized sports facilities for top athletes but not for the average people. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that the goverment should takr care of old people and provide financial support after they retire. Others say indiciduals should save during their working years to fund their own retirement. What is your opinion? Is it a positivr or negative development?
You have recently moved to a new neighborhood. Write a letter to your friend about your new home. In your letter,
describe your new house or apartment
explain why you moved
invite your friend to come and visit
You recently rented a car for a week. You were dissatisfied with the car. Write a letter to customer service manager of the car rental agency. In your letter:
- Give details about the car rental and explain why you rented the car.
- Explain what the problem was and how you responded
- Describe what action you want the manager to take
Some parents believe that a child should not waste time by reading entertainment books. Instead, they should spend time reading educational books only. What is your opinion about this?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You had some photos of your family taken by a professional photographer. Write a letter to the photographer. In your letter:
○ Say that you liked their photos of your family
○ Ask them to be your photographer at a special family event
○ Give them the details of the event
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear….
some teachers and parents feel that controlling child behavior is good. Others feel that they should not be controlled. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people think that to become a successful specialist it's better to choose a career early in life and never changer it later. To what extent do you agree with tis view. support your opinion with relevant examples.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your hoetown that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your leter
．correct the information in the article
．explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
．suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Some people think thats it's a good idea to socialise with work colleages during evenings and weekend. Other people, think it's important to keep working life completely separate from social life. Discuss both these views and give your opinion
Some people think that in school discipline should br the job of the teacher where as some believe it is the parents responsibility. discuss both side and give your opinion.
ome people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination,while others think that therefore more important factors such as money and appearance.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
High job demands, stress and sense of commitment are among the main reasons people go to work when they are ill. This way they accomplish important tasks, but may infect others or get some serious health problems themselves. In your opinion should people go to work if they are sick? Support your point of view with relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Rich countries should not give jobs to skilled workers ( for example: Doctors, engineers and scientists ) of poor countries as they are needed by their home countries more than rich countries. Do you agree or disagree?
Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others aComputers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
ome people think that all entertainment TV programmes should educate people about the importance of social issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some children spend hours every day on thier smartphones. Why is this case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?