Some people think that the purpose of TV news programs is to entertain viewers. Others believe that news programs should be educational and informative. What do you think the purpose of TV news programs is? Support your opinion with reasons and examples.
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade- labeled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The world environment problem cannot be solved by odinary people. Government and large companies should be responsible for it. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Recent technological advancements have made online dating popular. Consider both the positive and negative aspects of online dating and state your opinion on it using examples.
Formal examinations are the only effective way to assess a student’s performance. Continual assessment such as coursework and projects is not a satisfactory way to do this. Do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows a typical American and a Japanese office. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the percentage of people aged 23 - 65 in different occupations in one UK town (Ashby) and in the UK as a whole in 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below gives information on the differences in clothing exports from three different countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Most high level positions in companies are filled by men eventhough the workforce in many developed countries is more than 50%female. Companies should be required to allocate a certain % of these positions to women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people today find they have insuficient time to spend with their families, because of pressures of work. What problems does this create for individuals and their families? What solutions can you propose?
More and more people today are spending large amounts of money on their complexions in order to look younger. Why do people want to look younger? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Sales of consumer products show the impact of advertisements, not the needs of people in different societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
the bar chart below shows the percentage of australian men and women in the different age group who did regular physical activity in 2010. summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write an essay of 250 words on the following topic: Some people believe that zoos serve no useful purpose and should be closed down. Others argue that zoos play a vital role in conservation efforts and public education. Do you agree or disgree?
The chart below give information on the consumption of water by agricultural products in Australia in 2014, and the share of income they produced.
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 knowledge or experience.
In many cities there is little control on the design and construction of new homes and office buildings, and people can build houses in their own style. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a situation?
The given pie chart illustrates data on transport and car use in Edmonton and table explains people's reasons for using the car in city.
The graphs below provide information on global population figures and figures for urban populations in different world regions.
The chart below shows the average household spending pattern for households in three income categories as a proportion of their income. Summary the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph demonstrates information about the amount of male and female prisoners from 1991 to 2001 in a country in Europe. Overall, it can be seen that the population of male convicts increased at the end of the time scale while the female prison population witnessed an opposite tendency. Additionally, the males in prison outnumbered the females throughout the timeframe. Looking at the figure of men in prison for further detail, it is evident that male prisoners remained unchanged from 1911 to 1921 with 2000 members. After reaching a dip in 1931 with around 10000 men, the number soared slightly and accounted for 2000 in 1951. In 1971, the figure rocketed and reached the peak at the final year of the timeframe with approximately 45000 people. Turning to the remaining statistics of the female convicts, it is apparent that the trend witnessed a sudden decline from 1911 to 1941. After dipping in 1941, the number of females rose marginally and constituted about 1500 people in 1961.
The line graph below shows the consumption of 4 kinds of meat in a European country from 1979 to 2004.
The graph below shows the numbers of overseas visitors who went to three different areas in a European country between 1987 and 2007. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Cooperation rather than competition should be encouraged among high-school students.” In about 200- 250 words, write an essay to express your opinion on the proposal. Use reasons and examples to support your position
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems, Sugar products should be made more expensive to encourgae people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
The first chart shows the energy consumption by the average household in Australia, while the second chart illustrates the greenhouse gas emission that come from this energy consumption. Specifically, heating and water heating consume a significant amount of energy, most of the greenhouse gas emission come from water heating and other appliances. Moreover, this shows that heating and water heating are the two largest uses of energy, with 42 and 30 percent of the total. Othe appliances consume 15%, which is roughly twice as energy used by refrigeration. Lighting and cooling use minute energy, at 4% and 2%. In conclusion, heating is one of the highest sources used in the household energy use, while water heating is one of the major sources of greenhouse gas emission. The second largest source of emission is other appliances which is 28%. Shockingly, heating produce less amount of emission rather than uses of energy, the refrigeration produce 14% , while using energy 7%. Finally lighting and cooling result at 8% and 3%
the graphs below gives information from a 2008 report about consumption of energy in the USA since 1980 with projections until 2030. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feature and make comparisons where relevant
Inventors are not as important to society as doctors. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Provide reasons for your answer. Include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You ride a bicycle to work, but there is a problem with the parking. Write a letter to the building manager to provide bicycle parking.
In your letter, you should:
why you ride a bicycle to work
what the problem is with the parking
what your suggestions are.
Below is a map of the city of Brandfield. City planners have decided to build a new shopping mall for the area, and two sites, S1 and S2 have been proposed. Summarize 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 and make comparison.
In my countries around the world young people decide to leave their parent's home once they finish school. They start living their own or sharing a house withe friends. Is this a positive ora negative development ? give reasons for your answer and include relevangt examples.
The chart below gives information about Southland's main exports in 2000,*20.., and future projections for 2025.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows average calorie intake in the United States over a period of time. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Adults are engaged in some kinds of work. Some people regard this as completely wrong. Others consider it as a valuable experience, important for learning and taking responsibilities. Discuss both views.
It is becoming increasingly popular for people to tourist destinations during public holidays. What problems does this causes? What solutions are these to this problems.
If old people are no longer physically, mentally, or financially able to look after themselves, younger family members should be legally responsible for supporting them. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
For some people learning in a group is the most effective way, while others prefer one-on-one instructions. Discuss both views. What is your opinion?
young adults, compared with the of older people. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows the consumption of three jam types in an Asian country from 1991 - 2014.
An increasing number of people do not know their neighbors, and there is no longer a sense of community. What are the reasons for this? How to solve it?
The bar chart shows the percentage of adult male smokers in seven countries along with the world average in 2000 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Today many children and teenagers are overweight and unhealthy. Give reasons to explain why many young people are obese and give some sllutions to fix the problem
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree courses. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some species of animals are almost extinct; and many others seem to be fast approaching a similar risk. What are the reasons for this? What should be done to solve this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The two given pie charts illustrate the main reasons for choosing a particular British University in two different years 1987 and 2007.
The table and graph below show information about cinema visits in Auckland between 1995 and 2003. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
he charts below show each grade level’s activity and the total revenue gained from it, by percentage, from King Primary School’s recent fundraising event. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the healthcare system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to solve this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, pets are treated as family members and people spend a lot of money on them. What are the advantages (pros, benefits, positive aspects) and disadvantages (cons, negative aspects, drawbacks) of having a pet?