The graph below shows the amount of money donated to developing countries by five organisations between 2008 and 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that giving support to the local community is more favourable than giving it to a charitable organisation. To what extent do you agree?
some people work for the same organisation all their working life. other think that it is better to work for different organisation. Discuss both these view and give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the amount of money given to developing countries from five organizations from 2008 to 2011.
The environmental problems that today's world is facing are so great that there is little ordinary people can do to improve the situation. So governments and large organizations should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
some students like to take distance- learning courses by computer. other students prefer to study in traditional classroom setting with a teacher. consider the advantage of both options and make an argument for the way the students should organise their schedule.
1.Some believe that charitable organizations should help people no matter where they live. Others argue that charities should only help those living in the country where the charity is based. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
More and more people and organizations are using digital technology to communicate with other people. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using digital technology for communication and do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The bar chart shows the percentage of males and females in the UK by age group in 2006. The world health organization recommends that people should eat five or more portion of fruit and vegetables per day.
You want to hold a surprise party for a friend who is visiting his home town after a long time from a foreign country. Write a letter to a common friend asking for his help in organizing the party and in your letter:
• Write the reasons for organizing the party
• Describe when, where and how you would be organizing the party
• Ask your friend to meet you in person for further discussions
You do not need to write any addresses.
Nowadays companies and other organizations are requiring their employees to wear a uniform. Think about jobs where uniform is important. What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing a uniform? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The best way to learn other cultures is to work for a multinational organisations. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
A lot of high schools nowadays offer their student’s career orientation by either giving certain universities chances for introduction and advertising or organizing field trips to a few universities. Some think students can benefit from these activities. Others reckon they are pseudo-effective. Which idea do you support? In about 350 words, write an essay on your ideas. Use examples and relevant ideas to support your opinion.
You have been doing some voluntary work to help your local community.
However, now you are unable to continue doing this work.
Write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you have been working.
In your letter
describe the work you have been doing
explain why you can no longer do this work
recommend another person who is interested in the work
Discussion Type - Samples Question Some people claim that there should be some fixed guide lines in how to deal or implement changes in an organization, whereas others believe in other approaches to perform these changes. Discuss both of these views and state your own opinion.
Some say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group acitivities in their free time. Others say that this is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
You are soon going to spend three months doing work experience in an organization.
Write a letter to the manager of the organization where you are going to work experience.
In your letter,
-thank the manager for the opportunity to do work experience
-explain what you hope to learn from the work experience
-ask some questions about the work experience you are ging to do
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people like to work in small companies or business while others prefer working for large companies of government organizations. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for a large company or organization?
Schools should organise activities after class.To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The world's governments and organizations confront a multitude of global problems. Which do you think is the most pressing problem for the inhabitants of our planet and give the solution?
Some people say it is important to keep your home and your workplace tidy, with everything organised and in the correct place. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You live in an English-speaking country and you want to so some voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which organizes such trips.
In your letter:
- Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long.
- Explian why you want to do the voluntary work.
- State what your skilld and experience are.
In your school, one of your friends has been feeling down and demotivated. You take it
as your responsibility to cheer him/her up and do this via a Birthday party invitation.
Write to your classmates and talk about organizing the party. Please include
• the reason behind the party
• the location of the party
• discuss any other arrangements
You should write between 150-200 words.
--DELETED LINK-- The bar chart below shows the amount of money invested in each category from five organisations.
The bar chart shows the number of volunteers in New Zealand who helped in sports organizations in 2010. The pie chart illustrates the number of volunteers doing different types of jobs for that same period. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Directors of large organisations recieve much higher salaries than ordinary workers. Some think it is necessary while other think it is unfair. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You want to complain about the service you received in the hotel you stayed in while attending a recent meeting
Write a letter to the person who organised the meeting. In your letter,
*Describe the meeting
*Explain the problems the service
*Suggest what the meeting organizer should do
Some people think that developing countries need financial help from international organization. Others think that it is practical aid and advice that is needed. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say it is important to keep your home and your workplace tidy, with everything organised and in the correct place. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think it is better to give donations to local charitable organizations. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Read the question below. You will have 30 minutes to plan, write, and revise your essay. Typically an effective essay will contain a minimum of 300 words. There are many ways for an organization to find employees. Which do you think is the best way to find suitable employees? ▪Advertising in professional journals ▪Using personal recommendations ▪Recruiting at job fairs Give reasons or examples to support your opinion.
“Groups and organizations form a vital part of people’s lives. Why do people join groups? What role do groups play in people’s lives? Support your opinion with specific reasons.”
Some people say that it is important to keep your house and workplace tidy, with everything organized and in the correct place. What is your opinion about this?
Your sister has asked you to organize the music for her wedding at the end of next month.
Write a letter to your best friend who is a musician. In your letter
● ask your friend to perform at the wedding
● describe why he/she would be suitable for this event
● explain how your friend will be compensated if they agree.
Some people work for the same organization all their working life. Others think that it is better to work for different organizations. Discuss both these point of views and give your opinion.
Some believe that charitable organisations should help people no matter where they live. Others argue that charities should only help those living in the country where the charity is based. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently organized an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
•Say what the participants liked about the hotel.
•Explain why they were unhappy about the food.
•Suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in future.
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took
place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that
they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served
for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
• say what the participants liked about the hotel
• explain why they were unhappy about the food
suggest what the manage should do to improve the food in future
You are soon going to spend three months doing work experience in an organisation.
Write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you are going to do work experience. In your letter:
Thank the manager for the opportunity to do work experience
Explain what you hope to learn from the work experience
Ask some questions about the work experience you are going to do
Some organizations and companies say older people are better as leaders while some say young people are better as leader. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The flow chart below illustrates a procedure of organization's staff hiring.
Online communication is becoming more and more popular than face-to-face communication in many organisations. Do the advantages of this outweigh its disadvatages?
You recently organized an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served they liked the hotel but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
1)Say what the participants liked about the hotel
2)Explain why they were unhappy about the food
3)Suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in future
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Organizing tours to remote places and communities is becoming more and more popular. Is it a positive or negative development for the local people and environment？
Nowadays many people choose to be selfemployed,rather than to work for a company or organsination .Why might this be case? Disadvantages of selfemployment.
The personal information of many individuals is held by large internet companies and organisations. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages. (Hoàng Trung)
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
Write a letter to the organiser of an annual festival that you attended last year. Include
Feedback about last year
An offer to volunteer
Questions about the festival
Nowadays many teenagers choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
A number of tertiary courses require students to undertake a period of unpaid work at institution or organisation as part of their program. what are the advantages and disadvantages of the type of course requirement? give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge.