Marketing and promotion is the key to a successful business. To what extent do you agree?
You have recently been on a vacation in a foreign country and stayed at a home-stay, you have realised that you have misplaced an expensive wristwatch and cannot find it.
Write a letter to the family you stayed with. In your letter:
Give details of your stay
Describe your wristwatch
If found how they could return it to you.
Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. What is your opinion? Write your response not less than 250 words. You get 40 minutes to complete this task
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in oder to travel to or work in a foreign country.Others say that these are not the only reason why someone should learn a forign language. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
It is thought by someone that a school teachers is to mitigate and inspire students .however, other people believe that a teacher primary role is to in knowledge.what do you think is the role of a teacher?
The movement of people from agricultural areas to cities can cause serious problems in both places. What are the serious problems? What measures can be used to solve these problems?
Some people believe that when recruiting new staff, businesses should try to attract people who can work independently on their own, while others believe that they should recruit people who are able to work in a team. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think It's better to choose friends who always hav the same opinions as them. Other people believe it is good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries children are engaged in some kind of paid word. Some people regard this completely wrong, while others consider it to be valuable work experience, which is important for learning and talking responsibility . What is your opinion?
Many museums charge for the entries while others are free. Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to the museum outweighs disadvantages?
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits id society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
In many countries legal driving age is 18 years old. Some people believe it is the right age to learn how to drive a car, whereas others say that the minimum age should be 25. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think the newly built houses should be the same as the old houses in local areas. Others argue that local authorities should allow people to build houses in their own style. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, many people prefer to buy famous brand of clothes, cars and other items. What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think that secondary school children should study international news as one of the school subjects. Other people think that international news as one of the school subjects. What do you think? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say history is one of the most important school subjects. Other's people think of love, in today's world,Subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both views and give your opinion:
A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this fact.
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 manager should do to improve the food in future
Many countries import food materials from other countries.Do you think the advantages of imported food materials from other countries outweigh its disadvantages?
The position of women in society has changed markedly in the last 20 years. Many of the problems young people now experience, such as juvenile delinquency, arise from the fact that many married women now work and are not at home to care for their children. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion,
Many people believe that family has a more significant influence on a child’s life and development than other factors, such as friends, TV, music, etc. Do you agree or disagree with its statement
“Many people think it is better to travel in a group. Others believe that travelling alone is a better choice." Discuss both views and give your own opinion?
You recently notice a local restaurant that was offering a part time job.
Write a letter to restaurant manager. In your letter,
• Explain you would like to apply for a job
• Give some details of any relevant experience that you have
• Specify the days and times that would suit you.
Art classes, such as painting and drawing are as important to child's developmet as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in highschool. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A longer prison term as a way of punishing those who break the law is not as good as other methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your own opinio
SOme people say that in the modern world, getting old is entirely bad. Others belive that old people's life nowadays is much better than in the past. Discuss both view
In some countries, there is not enough recycling of waste materials (e.g., paper, glass, and cans). What are the reasons, and what can be done to solve this problem?
People these days watch TV, films and other programmes alone rather than with other people. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages
Some people argue that fashion items cost too much money. Others say that this is acceptable because fashion is an important part of life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many people believe that music is just a form of entertainment, whilst others believe that music has a much larger impact on society today. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that men and women hav different qualities, therefore certain jobs are suitable for meen and others for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ome people say that individuals should change jobs during their working life often while others believe that doing the same job has advantages to individuals, companies, and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that studying at university or collge is the best route to a soccessful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job staight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
In some areas of the USA, a ‘curfew’ is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion aboout this?
some people think that success in life comes form hard work and determination, while others think that there are more important factors such as money and appearance. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. in your letter
describe what you enjoyed about the course
say how much cooking you've done since the course
suggest another cookery course
In many countries people are now living longer than over before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benifits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think celebrities should only be allowed to advertise healthy food or drink, and not encourage unhealthy habits. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others,however,say that this would have little effect on public healthand that other measure are required. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that good health is medical service should not be run by profit-making companies. Do the advantages of private healthcare outweight the disadvantages.
Childhood obesity is becoming a problem throughout the developed world. Because of this, some people think that adverts for fast food, sweets and sugary snacks should not be allowed in schools and colleges. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You are experiencing financial problems and want to ask your landlord if you can pay your rent late. Write a letter to your landlord.
In your letter explain:
Why you are writing to him
Why you cannot pay the rent
When you will pay the rent.
IELTS Band 9 Essay: In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You and your family are moving to another country, and you are looking for rented accommodation there.
Write a letter to a property agent. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and your family
Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find
Give your preference for the location of the accommodation
Some people think that to be successful, you need to get a university degree, whereas others say it is not true. Discuss both the ideas.
Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and poluttion problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures fdo you think might be effective?
In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think it is good for the country, while some people believe that government should control salaries and limit people can earn. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
- Give details of your studies
⁃Explain why you want to get a part-time job
⁃Suggest how you friend could helo you find a job
you recently received a letter fron you bank that should have contained a new credit card. Unfortunately, the card was not in the letter.
Write a letter to your bank manager. I your letter,
Explain what has happened
suggest the credit card should be cancelled for security reasons
ask when a new credit card can be sent to you.