(From Cambridge IELTS Book 10, test 1) The first chart below shows how energy is used in an average Australian household. The second chart shows the greenhouse gas emissions which result from this energy use. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that it is worth researching different minerals ( coal, diamonds, copper, uranium, … ) in space. Others, however, disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion. [664]
In recent years, there has been a rise in the popularity of second-hand clothing amongst the younger generation. Why is this happening? Do you think it’s a positive or negative development?
The first chart below shows how energy is used in an average Australian households. the second chart shows the greenhouse gas emissions which resukt from this energy use. Summarise the information by selecting snd reposrting the kain features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie graphs below show the result of a survey of children activity. the first graph shows the cultural and leisure activities that boys participate in whereas the second graph show the activity in which girls participate
The first chart below shows the percentages of women and men in a country involved in some kinds of home tasks (cooking, cleaning, pet caring and repairing the house). The second chart shows the amount of time each gender spent on each task per day. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the proportions of pupils attending four secondary school types between 2000 and 2009.Summarize the information by selecting an reporting the main features and make comparisions where relevant.(phuong)
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?
Some people think secondary school students should learn international news as one of their subjects, while others believe that this is a waste of valuable time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
To achieve personal happiness, the relationships we have with other people are more essential than every other thing. Issues like wealth and occupations take the second place. Write to support this claim.
IMPROVING LIVING CONDITIONS WITHIN SOCIETY IS A FAR SUPERIOR APPROACH TO CRIEM PREVENTION THAN THE THREAT OF PUNISHMENT. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE WITH THIS STATEMENT AND WHY?
The world of work is changing rapidly working conditions today are not the same as before and people no longer rely on taking one job for life. Discuss the cause and solution.
The given table illustrates how much money secondary/high school educators earned in 5 countries in 2009.
The world of work is forever changing at a fast pace. Working condition today are not the same as before and people no longer rely on taking one job for life. Discuss the possible causes for these changes ad give your suggestion for how people should prepare themselves for work in the future
In some countries, at secondary at high school, there may be two or three streams of studies, academic or vocational. What are the advantages of this to the students and the society of putting students at the two streams at the age of 15?
some educationist arguer that non-exam arts-based subject, such as music, drama, art, and craft, should be compulsory in the secondary curriculum. They believe that activities such as these can improve over all academic performance. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries at secondary or high school, there may be two streams of study: academic or vocational. What are the advantages for students and society of putting students into two streams at the age of fifteen?
The table shows secondary and high school teachers' salaries including their first salary, average per year, highest salary, and how long they need to
Some experts believe that it's better for children to begin learning a foreign language at Primary School rather than Secondary School.Describe adventages and disadventages.
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as Sahara or Antarctica. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend for tourists who visit these places?
The table below shows the salaries of secondary/high school teachers in 2009.
You have seen an advertisement for part-time work in a hotel for threemonths over the summer. Write a letter to the manager.
Say what experience you have
Ask what the work involves
Enquire about conditions
The graph shows data about the annual earnings of three bakeries in London, 2000-2010 summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features make comparisons where relevant
The table compares the salaries of teachers in secondary and high schools in five countries in 2009.
The graphs shows Underground Station passenger numbers in London
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
The graph below shows the percentage of New Zealand primary school students learning a second language learned for the years 2006 to 2014.
In achieving personal happiness, our relationships with other people (family, friends, colleagues) are more important than anything else. Issues such as work and wealth take second place. Argue in support of this claim.
The map given below shows the plan for reconstruction of the second floor of Mason's Building. Summarize.
22/06/13: Some people believePar that secondary school children should study international news as a subject. Others say that this is wasting time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantage of this outweighs the disadvantages.Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph shows data about the average Saturday sales of two bakeries in London in 2010. Beka
You recently attended a conference and you would like to give a presentation about the information you gained by attending the conference.
Write a letter to your manager asking for permission to give a presentation. In your letter:
describe what type of presentation you have in mind
what topics it would cover and how long it would take
who should participate in the presentation and where should it be conducted
You do NOT need to write any addres
The table below shows the salaries of secondary/high school teachers in 2009. Describe the main features of the figure
It is believed that children from countries with a high level of unemployment should be offered just with a primary education and not with a secondary education as they in any case will not get a job in the future. Do you agree or disagree?
Today, more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such palces?
Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter
•explain what has happened
•describe the bag and its contents
•say what you would like them to do about this problem
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 shown Line graph below illustrates the condition of participation by club members to different courses. Summaries and make comparisons where relevant.
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this correspondence?
You are an alumnus (alumna) of a Bluegill University, registered in a volunteer program to conduct informal interviews with prospective students. Recently, an interview has been assigned to you to have an interview.
Write a letter to the entrant. In your letter:
- state your reason for writing
- briefly describe the interview and inform the entrant of a possibility to cancel it
- propose a convenient time for an interview
The road in front of your house got damaged a long ago and nothing has been done about it. Write a letter to the municipal authority complaining about the damaged road.
In your letter:
· introduce yourself
· explain the condition of the road
· and suggest what they should do
In some countries, secondary schools aim to provide a general education across a range of subjects. In others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. Which do you think is appropriate in today’s world?
ou and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like the landlord to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................,
You should write at least 150 words.
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Nowadays people have to work for longer hours under stressful condition. To what extend do you agree or disagree above statement?
The table shows the proportions of pupils attending four secondary scjool types between 2000 and 2009.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning your father language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweight disadvantages?
today more and more tourist are visiting places were conditions are difficult,such as sahara desert and antartica.what are the benifit and disadvantage for tourist who visit such places.
The Table Shows the Proportion of Pupils Attending Four Secondary School Types Between 2000 and 2009. Summarise the Information by Selecting and Reporting the Main Points and Give Comparisons Where Relevant.
You have a problem with a recently hired employee in your workplace. Write a letter to the HR manager. In your letter:
Describe the problem the problem the new employee has caused.
Explain how other employees bout the new employee's conduct.
Say how you expect the HR manager to adress the situation.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learining a foriegn language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?