As a number of cars increase, more money has to be spend on road systems. Some people think that government should pay for this. Others ,however, think that drivers should cover the costs.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
should spend about 40 minutes on this task. People in many countries do not wear their traditional costume. Some argue that they would forget their history and tradition. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The chart shows how many litres of water were consumed in households in 5 different countries, while the table compares the cost of water
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
compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. -Comics -Books -Television -Film -Theatre Give reasons for you answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many government thino that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people,however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays, people of all ages from certain parts of the world spend most time at home rather than going outdoors. Discuss the reason . It is good or bad?
The bar chart shows the relative electricity consumption and cost per year of various household devices. Write a 150-word report for a university lecturer explaining the data and making comparisons where relevant.
The government should pay the cost of the course to everyone who wants to study at the university. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Many goverments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other type of progress are equally important for a country Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have just read an aticle in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your coinith all look very similar to each other. You don't fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter say which points in the article you agree with
• explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
• offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
As the world becomes technologically advanced, computers are replacing more and more jobs. Describe some job positions that may be lost becaue of computers, and discuss at least one problem that may result.
The line graph shows visits to Disneyland and Sea World from 2001-2005. The bar chart shows the most popular rides and attactions in Disneyland
The pie charts below show the most common advantages and disadvantages of Bowen Island, according to a survey of visitors. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The precentage of overweight children in western society has increased by almost 20% in the last ten years. Discuss the causes and effects of this disturbing trend.
1. Festivals Most people have forgotten the meaning behind traditional or religious festivals; during festival periods, people nowadays only want to enjoy themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Being able to purchase goods from any places on the planet has made nations around the world become almost identical. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centers in your country all look very similar to each other. You don't fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter
say which point in the article you agree with
explain ways in which your town center is different from most other town centers
offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Informing an Airline.
Last Tuesday you flew from New York to Paris. When you arrived home, you discovered that you had left your cabin bag on the plane. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter, you should explain:
•where and when you lost your bag
• what your bag looks like
• what its contents were
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
When choosing a job. The salary is the most important consideration. What extent do you agree or disagree? agree to some extent. motivation & reward less paid not hapy afeet work praising position/ good comany nice culture , tired
the chart below gives some of the most reported isssues among the people living in the UK in 2008
The plans below show the layout of a university's sport centre now, and how it will lokk after redevlopment. Summarise the information by selecting and reposting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that teenagers should focus on all school subjects while others think that they should concentrate on the subjects where they do the best or find the most interesting. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The line graph illustrates that the amount of coffee sent abroad from Brazil, Colombia and Costa Rica between 2002 and 2012. A glance at the graph reveals that all of the exports reached a higher capacity than in the begining.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter,
describe what this book was about
explain how this book influenced you
say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
You have just started a cource in a college which has no sport
facilities of its own.Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club in your letter.
•introduce yourself
•say why you are interested in this sport club
•ask some questions about the club e.g.facilities,members,costs.
Playing a musical instrument is one of the most important achievement for any child. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Some people consider price as the most important thing to think about when buying a product (such as cell phone) or a service (e.g. medical treatment). Do you agree or disagree?
In some countries,most people do not have internet due to lack of money.the government should be held accountable so that everyone can get internet. To what extent do you agree?
Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behavior. Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural difference. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The percentage of overweight children in western society has increased by almost 20% in the last decade. What are the causes of this disturbing trend and how can the problem be reduced?
When people commit serious crime in most countries, they are sent to prison. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this approach?
The table shows the cost of water in 5 cities in Australia. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Some people believe that media literacy is one of the most important skill that every person should acquire in twenty-first century. Do you agree or disagree? How do you think this type of literacy should be acquired?
Most students choose to work part time during their university studies. Do you think it’s good or bad idea? Give your opinion and support with an explanation and examples.
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similiar to each other. You dont fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter
say which point in the article you agree with
explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
The rising levels of congestion and air polution found in most of the world cities can be attributed directly to the rapidly increasing number of private cars in use. In order to reverse this decline in quality of life in cities, attempts must be made to encourage people to use their cars less and public transport more. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently sent some documents by post, but they did not arrive at the destination.
Write a letter to the post office manager. In your letter,
give details of the situation
describe the documents
say what action you want the post office to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Applying for a Job
You have decided to apply for a job as a Spanish instructor that was advertised in the April edition of the magazine Teaching Professional. This ad was posted by Mr John Sullivan, director of the Spanish department at The Language Institute of Great Britain in London, England. In your letter to Mr Sullivan:
explain why you are writing
describe your qualifications and experience
explain how they can contact you
Some argue that what most impacts a child’s future life is their experiences before starting school while others think experiences as a teenager are more influential. Discuss both views and give you own opinion.
YOU HAVE RECENTLY MOVED INTO NEW FALT. UNFORTUNATELY, YOUR LOST SOME MONEY THE OTHER DAY. AND CANNOT AFFORD TO PAY NEXT MONTH'S RENT WHEN IT IS DUE. WRITE A LETTE TO LANDLORD EXPLAINING THE SITUATION AND THAT YOU WILL PAY AS SSON AS YOUR PARENTS SEND THE MONEY. ALSO MENTION THAT THERE ARE SOME PROBLEMS WITH THE FLAT.
Some people think that one of the best ways to solve environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuels for cars and other vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time.
Write a letter to the editor. In your letter:
•Say which edition and when did the article appear
•Explain why you lost contact with your friend
•Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch
Write at least 150 words
In today’s time most of the people prefer to make tattoos on their bodies. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
qaqas) . The best way to solve the world’s environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
the costs of international travel are decreasing and tourism is growing . what are the advantages and diadvantages.
You are taking a course at a local college. The deadline for your project was last week but you haven't finished it.
Write a letter to your lecturer. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain why you haven't handed in the project yet
request more time to do it.
Model answer
Dear Ms. McKeen,
My name is Leo Smith and I am a first-year student in your Marketing class at Capilano College. I am writing to you because I have a problem with the project you set about social media. The due date was last week but I'm afraid I haven't finished it yet. As you know, I have been absent from class for almost ten days with COVID-19 symptoms and I have not been attending lectures. I only managed to get the reading list from a friend and go to the library to do research yesterday. You will see from your records that I have never missed a deadline for an assignment so far during my course.
However, I am requesting an extension of one week in this case because I am so behind with my work. I hope you will take my illness into consideration and grant me an extension.
Yours sincerely,
Leo Smith
Most artists earn low salaries and should therefore receive funding from the government in order for them to continue with thier work. To what extent do you agree:?
In most successful organisations, some people believe that communications between managers and workers are important, other people said that other factors are more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called the book that influenced me most.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter
•Describe what this book was about
•Explain how this book influenced you
• Say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
Write at least 150 words.
You do not need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,