in some countries, secondary schools aim to provide a general education across a range of subjects. in others, chidren focus on a narow range ofsubjects related to a particular career. Which do you think is appropriate in today's world?
You have a friend who lives in a city abroad. You have decided that you would like to apply to do a course at one of the colleges in this city.
Write a letter to your friend. In the letter
explain what you would like to do
explain what kind of work or studies you have been doing for the past few years
ask for assistance in contacting an appropriate institution
Dogs are the most popular pets in the world, yet many would say it is inappropriate to have them in built-up inner city areas. Do you agree or disagree ?
The graphs illustrate the average amount of time per day spent on popular leisure activities for different age groups in New Zealand.Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
Many newspapers and magazines feature stories about the private lives of famous people. We know what they eat, where they buy their clothes and who they love. We also often see pictures of them in private situations. Is it appropriate for a magazine or newspaper to give this kind of private information about people? Give reasons for your answer.
It is not appropriate to have pet dog in built up inner city. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people assume that the goal of every country should be to produce more materials and goods. To what extent do you agree and disagree that constantly increasing is an appropriate goal?
ou have a friend who lives in a city abroad . You have decided that you would like to apply to do a course at one of the colleges in the city .
Write to your friend explaining what you would like to do.
Tell him or her what type of work or studies you have been doing for the last few years .
Ask for assistance in contacting an appropriate institution.
These days many people prefer to rent rather than buy their own house. Why is this this so? Discuss the relative advantages and disadvantages of renting or buying, and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and examples from your personal experience where appropriate.
Many newspapers and magazines feature stories about the private lives of famous people. We know what they eat, where they buy their clothes and who they love. We also often see pictures of them in private situations. Is it appropriate for a magazine or newspaper to give this kind of private information about people? Give reasons for your answer.
Some people believe that exams are an inappropriate way of measuring student's performance and should be replaced by continuous assessment. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
Many people believe that eighteen years old is the appropriate age to finish school. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In many countries, governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government university?
You stayed at your friend’s house when you attended a conference in Australia. Unfortunately, you left a large envelope with some important documents in your room.
Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:
· thank your friend for the stay
· describe where you left the envelope
· ask him/her to return it to you by post
Write at least 150 words in an appropriate style and format.
In many countries governmens are interesting in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government money?
The process diagram details the steps by which liquid chocolate is produced from cocoa beans. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate. (Thu Hà)
In some countries the average worker is obliged to retire at the age of 50, while in others people can work until they are 65 or 70. Meanwhile, we see some politicians enjoying power well into their eighties. Clearly, there is little agreement on an appropriate retirement age. Until what age do you think people should be encouraged to remain in paid employment? Give reasons for your answer.
The maps below show Huntingdon as it is now, and how it will change in the future. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
Many people assume that the goal of every country should be to produce more materials and goods. To what extent do you agree or disagree that constantly increasing production is an appropriate goal?
In many countries the problem of drug-taking is increasing. Governments and the general public are particularly concerned about young people using illegal drugs such as marijuana, ecstasy and heroin. What methods could be used to prevent young people from taking drugs? Is it appropriate to send young drug-users to prison? Give reasons for your answer.
The table below shows the percentage of first-year students who gave ‘very good’ rating to the resources provided by their college, for three courses. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate. #table #task1
Some peopele believe that homework should not be given to school children. Others, however, say that homework is an important requirement for children to be able to develop appropriately. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Presents are token of love,which leads in great bonding between relatives .some section of society believe , giving money to juveniles is best gift for them.However other oppose it .
Although many may see money as best gift as a positive phenomenon it is not a trend without drowbacks both merits and demerits.,will be discussed before a reasonable conclusion is reached.
The first and foremost advantage is that teenagers can use that money,which they recieve as gife according to their requirements for instance books , cloths , and so on .Moreover , due to this they can also know about the tactics to utilise the money without the aid of their parents the second benefit is that few children also initiate saving by that amount which they are given by parents and kith and kins so that they can use that savings in their future.
On the other hand it has Darkside too. First of all , juveniles are not mentally developed at this stage of life owing to if they are given money they can utilise those funds in an inappropriate ways such as for chocolate candies and so on which are not beneficial for their health apart from it due to this phenomena that children can start giving their preference to Money rather than relations.
After analysing both the views it can be said giving money as gift to offsprings is not detrimental effect on them, if parents teach them importance of money at early age.
In some countries, prisoners are allowed comfortable accommodation, good food, and healthcare. Do you think this is appropriate? To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Some people believe that exams are an inappropriate way of measuring student’s performance and should be replaced by continuous assessments. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
In many countries government spend a lot of money in improving internet access. Why is it happening? Do you think it is the most appropriate use of government money?
Today, many people spend less and less time at home. What are the reasons for this? What are the effects of this on individuals and on society? Explain your viewpoint with reasons and include appropriate examples based on your knowledge or experiences.
In some countries, prisoners are allowed comfortable accomodation, good food and healthcare. Do you think this is appropriate? To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give some reasons and examples to support your position.
The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in Netherland between 2001 and 2006. Describe the information in the table and make comparisons where appropriate.
The chart below shows the spending by 18-20 years olds in one country on five different products in 2010 and 2014. Provide an overview on the information by identifying and describing the key details and include comparisons where appropriate
In many countries goverments are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of goverment money?
The graph below shows the proprotion of the population aged 65 and over between 1940 and 2024 in three different countries.
You are Dimitar Borisov/Elena Borisova. You do not feel your school is doing enough to give the students access to and knowledge of computers. Write a formal letter to your head teacher, Mr Page, suggesting ways to improve access to IT resources in your school. In your letter:
• suggest the formation of a lunchtime and/or after-school computer club;
• propose ways to improve the facilities available (e.g. replacing old and outdated equipment, etc.);
• outline the potential benefits of these changes.
Start and finish the letter in an appropriate way.
THE Chart below shows the diffetent levels of post school qualifications in Australia and the proprtion of men and women who held them in 1999.
It can be a struggle to select an appropriate gift for a young relative or the child of a friend. While some believe that money is the best type of gift, I agree with those who suggest other gifts are more suitable.
Some people believe that it is appropriate for children to learn a foreign language in primary school. Does the advantage of this outweigh its disadvantage?
In mant countries governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of money?
In some countries the average worker is obliged to retire at the age of 50, while in others people can work until they are 65 or 70. Meanwhile, we see some politicians enjoying power well into their eighties. Clearly, there is little agreement on an appropriate retirement age. Until what age do you think people should be encouraged to remain in paid employment? Give reasons for your answer.
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that
you use for your job.
Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment.
In your letter
describe the problem with the equipment
explain how this problem is affecting your work
• say what you want the shop or company to do
Write about 150 words in an appropriate format and style.
You can use this page for any rough work.
The process diagram details the steps by which liquid chocolate is produced from cocoa beans. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate. (Minh Bùi)
In many countries governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government universities.
The chart below shows the average earnings of people in various areas of work in one country in 2000 and 2010. The table shows the average salary for all sectors in the same years. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
In many countries governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an app ropriate use of government money?
DOGS ARE ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR PETS IN THE WORLD, YET MANY WOULD SAY IT IS INAPPROPRIATE TO HAVE THEM IN BUILT UP INNER CITY AREAS. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE
The bar chart presented illustrates the projected illiteracy rates worldwide, categorized by region and gender, for the previous year. Provide a summary of the key trends and notable differences, making comparisons where appropriate.
The bar chart shows different methods of waste disposal in four cities: Toronto, Madrid, Kuala Lumpur and Amman. Summarize the information by describing the main features of the chart and making comparisons where appropriate.
Boxing is a blood sport which often results in physical injury. It is inappropriate for this sport to exist in the modern age. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say the money spent by governments on space programmes would be appropriate. Others believe that it is better spent on vital public services such as schools and hospitals. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowaday, many government budget money for the sports industry. Why do you think governments are funding sports so heavily? Do you think this an appropriate investment?
The maps below show an industrial area in Norbiton and the planned future development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and stating the main features and making comparisons where appropriate.