It is expected that there will be a higher proportion of growing older population than that of young people in many countries in the future? Do you think positive or negative development?
The table below gives information on what people in five different countries chose to do with their discretionary income. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show what UK graduate and postgraduate students who did not go into full-time work did after leaving college in 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where revelant.
Solar energy is becoming more and more popular as a source of household energy in many countries around the world. Why does it happen? Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people think that the internet has brought people closer togethert while others that people and communities are bbecome more isolated. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people believe that celebrities have a positive effect on society, while others think that their effect os harmful and negative. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The culture of different places are now looking similar in modern times. What do you think are the causes of this? Do you think it is a positive or negative trend?
Nowadays genetically modified food is widespread all over the world. While proponents of GM crops ensure that these foods are safe for human consumption and help to increase food supplies, others argue that their effects on health have not been studied long enough. Describe pros and cons of genetically modified foods.
In many cuntries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing.
Do you think thi is a positive or negative development?
Eating a balanced diet is the most important factor for a healthy life. To what extent do you agree?
The chart shows how many litres of water were consumed in households in 5 different countries, while the table compares the cost of water
An increased number of people today change their career and living places in their lives. Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The diagram below show the change that have taken place at Queen Mary hospital since its construction in 1960.
ome people think that people who choose a job early and keep doing it are more likely to get a satisfying career life than those who frequently change jobs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Increasingly many young people are deciding to work or study in other countries. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a full-time job and you are also doing a part-time evening course.
You now find that you cannot continue the course.
Write a letter to your teachers. In your letter
describe the situation
explain why you cannot continue at this time
say what action you would like to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ................. ,
There are three main things to consider before writing your essay:
1. Tone (formal or informal)
Sometimes students are friendly with their tutors, but I think it would be better to write a formal letter. Start with your tutor’s surname (e.g. Dear Mr. Smith,) and end with “Yours sincerely,”. Avoid contractions (write “I am” instead of “I’m”), and avoid using informal idioms or expressions. Be polite rather than friendly.
2. Purpose
The main purpose of this letter is to inform your tutor that you are leaving the course. Make this clear straight away (e.g. I am writing to inform you that...). Then cover the three points, writing a short paragraph for each.
3. Ideas
I recommend spending a few minutes planning ideas for each of the task points before you start writing. You need to decide what the evening course is about, what your full-time job is, a reason why you are too busy with work to continue with the course, and whether you want to leave completely or perhaps continue at a later date.
You should write at least 150 words.
The exploration and development of safe alternatives to fossil fuels should be the most important global priority today. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In the past, most working people had only one job. However, nowadays, more and more people have more than one job at the same time. What are the reasons for this development? What are the advantages and disadvantages of having more than one job?
Why are more people living alone in cities? Why is this the case? Is this a positive or a negative development?
The chart below gives information about the purpose of visits to five cities in the uk in 2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The money spent by government on space program would be better spent on vital public services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Air transport is increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to other countries where they cannot be grown or are out of season. Some peoplesay this is good but other believe the use of air transport for this purpose is not justified. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have decided to go on a holiday to a foreign country for 2 weeks, and you want one of your friends to come with you.
Write a letter to your friend asking him/her to accompany you. In your letter,
– explain where and when you want to go
– give details of the travel, dates and costs involved
– describe some of the things you want to do
Globalization is positive for economies but its negative sides should not be ignored. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some believe buildings should be built in a way that serves their purpose rather than just look beautiful. Others, however, say buildings should represent art too. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
The given maps compare the changes that took place at a city hospital in 2 different years,2007 and 2010
Some children found some subject eg mathematics and philosophy,… difficult so these subjects should be optional instead of compulsory. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serios social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Students are overloaded with homework now a days from school, rather than home work some bilieves that school should focus and give more time to other activities which will help their growth as the burden they loose their skill and abilities.Do you agree or disagree.
Some children spend hours evory day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
IT IS COMMONLY BELIEVE THAT NOWADAYS MAIN FACTOR THAT AFFECT A CHILD’S DEVELOPMENT ARE MEDIA,POP CULTURE AND FRIENDS.A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW IS THAT FAMILY PLAYS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT ROLE.DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION
1.On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost.
Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter
o● describe the item you lost
o● explain how you lost it
o ● tell the insurance company what you would like them to do.
Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise, and airport construction. One reason for this is the growth in low- cost passenger flights, often to holiday destinations Some people say that governments should try to reduce air traffic by taxing it more heavily. Do you agree or disagree?
Fewer and fewer people are writing by hand using a pen, pencil, and brush. What is the reason for this development? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Nowadays technology is influencing modern art in area such a design, painting and film. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
"The restoration of old buildings in major cities around the world costs governments billions of dollars while this money should have been used for new housing and road development." To what extent do you agree or disagree to this statement?
The bar chart below shows the percentage of New Zealander men and women who did regular physical activity in 2008 across different age groups. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
With the advances in science and technology, people from different ends of the world can communicate with each other. What is your opinion on the impact of technology on our lives? Do you think that these advances only result in positive outcomes?
With the advent of e-books, e-magazines and e-newspapers, some people believe that printed media will soon become obsolete. Others feel much more confident about its survival prospects. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
In some cultures, marriage and having children is viewed as the main purpose in a person’s life. In other societies, having a good career and income is what is seen as success. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
modern technology, such as personal computer and the internet, have made it possible for many people to do their work from home at least part of the time instead of going to an office every day. what are some advantages and disadvantages of this situation?
Ordinary people try to copy famous people either by reading magazines or watching TV. What are the reasons of doing this? Do you think it is a positive or negative trend?
Computers and modems have made it possible for office workers to do much of their works from home instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraged as it is good for workers and employees. Do you agree or disagree?
Due to the increasing density of living areas in a city, most resident are suffering from physical and social dangers. Consequently they are against living in the city. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
.Many scientists believe that now we can study the behavior of a three-yearold child to see whether they will grow up to be criminals. To what extent do you think crime is determined by human nature？ Is it possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals?
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types pf progress are equally important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative
The increasing availability of low-cost airlines now lets people travel around the world. Some feel this is a positive development while others think it is negative overall. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
The best way to resolve the international environment problems is to increase the cost of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some w ay Why is this? do you think it is a positive or a negative development?