Writing Task 1:
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter,
•explain why you changed jobs
•describe your new job
• tell him / her your other news
Some people feel that playing computer games has a negative impact on children's health and social skills. Others say that it has a positive impact. Discuss both views.
In some countries, TV programmes are transmitted throughout the day and night. Some people think that 24 hour transmission has positive impact, while others believe that it is negative. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Both government investment in public transport systems and reductions in public transport ticket prices will help to reduce transport pollution greatly. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
You have recently started work in a new company. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter
●explain why you changed jobs
●describe your new job
●tell him/her your other news.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___________,
You recently bought a camera while travelling overseas. When you got to your destination you discovered that some important items were missing from the box.
Write a letter to the local representative of the company. In your letter
give details of the camera and where you bought it
explain what has happened
say what you want him/her to do about it
Some People think that Multinational Companies could help to boost the development of a state, while others claim that Multinational Companies capitalize labors and exploit a particular country’s resources. Discuss both sides and give your opinion!
The chart below shows the protein and calorie intake of people in different parts of the world.
Some people think parents are responsible for transporting their children to school. Others think it is the government's responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Internet development has a great impact on people's life. Some people say social media do more harm to the youth. Other people say they do the great to youth. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your friend has asked you to teach English to their child. However, you do not have any English books so would like to borrow some from your teacher. Write a letter to your teacher. In your letter say which course you are taking describe the type of books you need to borrow ask to borrow the books
You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him / her to the party. In your letter:
•explain the reason for the party
•give the date and time of the party
• suggest what the classmate could bring to the party
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
ome people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that teachers require training to become good at their profession. Others think a good teacher has all the necessary qualities and does not need any training. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Scientists believe that in order to protect the environment, people must use less energy in their daily lives. However, most people have not changed the way they live. Why do you think many people have not taken individual action? What could be done to encourage them to take action?
‘Tourism is always a force for good which enables people of different countries to understand each other.’ To what extent do you agree with this idea? You should give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prioson sentences. Others,however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You have seen an advertisement for a weekend course to study a foreign language. Write a letter to the institution offering the course.
In your letter:
ask for details of the course
ask if the course teachers are qualified native speakers
request that the institution sends you their brochure.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir / Madam,...
Write at least 150 words.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Zhaina
Government should make more efforts to promote alternative sources of energy. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
in some countries, owning a house rather than renting one is very improtant fro people. why might this be the case? do you think this is positive or negative situation?
Some people believe that individuals can do little to reduce global warming, while others think it is the responsibility of governments and large organizations. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ome people regard video games as useful educational tool. Others, however, believe that video games are having an adverse effect on the people who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?
Some people think that children should be punished when they commit a crime. Some others think that their parents should be punished. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below gives information on the global sale of hybrid vehicles* between 2006 and 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. * vehicles that use both fuel and electricity
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. (KLL)
Some feel that school uniforms make schools safer for students, create a "level playing field" that reduces socioeconomic disparities and encourage children to focus on their studies rather than their clothes. Others say school uniforms infringe upon students' right to express their individuality, have no positive effect on behaviour and academic achievement. Discuss both sides & give your opinion.
The scientist believes that computers will become more intelligent than human beings. Some people find it is a positive while others think it is a negative development. Discuss both points and give your own opinion
There are plans to build a new factory in parkland near where you live. Write a letter to the local council.
In your letter
give reasons why you are against the plans
explain why the parkland should stay
suggest what action the council should take
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people believe that young people benefit from working while studying at school or university. Others think that young people will achieve more by focussing on their studies. Discuss both of the view points and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience. days?
You met with an accident that damaged your car .you left the car at garage for repair but you are not happy with the car repair.write a letter to garage owner for the same.
In your Letter
Introduce yourself
Describe what happened
Say what you want the garage to fix now
Some people believe that computers are more a hindrance than a help in today’s world. Others feel that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. In what ways are computers a hindrance? What is your opinion?
Some people think that computer games should be banned because they have a number of disadvantages. Other thinks that they have a lot of advantages. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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.
Some people think that news and media are affecting our life in a positive way while others disagree. What is your opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.
Art classes such as painting drawing, are one important a child's developement as other subjects, so it should be compulosry in igh schools. To what extent to do agree or disagree?
You recently took a trip with a taxi company. The driver behaved in an unacceotable way and you had a lot of problems. You complained to the company but no-one has replied to the taxi company. In your letter:
- so why you are writing
- how you feel explain what happened
- tell them what you would like them to do
Some people think that children of busy parents should be sent to day-care centres, while others believe that they should be cared for by their grandparents.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
with the rise of e-books comes the decline in paper books. some see this as a good step forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Young people are often influenced in their behaviors and situations by others in the same age. This is called “peer pressure”. Do the disadvantages outweigh the advantages?
Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways than on public transports system. To what extend do you agree?
Using computers for a long time may have a lot of negative effects on children so it should be restricted. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The qualities and skills that a person requires to become successful in today's world can not be earned at a University or any other academic institution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The earth nowadays are more and more pollutions and affects the habitation. Do the Government reserves the budget to change the habitation or not? What is your opinion?
You are a member of an organisation which meets regularly at a particular restaurant. The most recent meal you had there was not satisfactory.
Write a letter to the manager of the restaurant. In your letter
explain why you are writing
describe what went wrong with the meal and service
suggest what the manager should do to ensure that you and your group return to the restaurant
More and more people could now access information from computers and other electronic devices. Therefore, there is no need to use printed books, magazines, or newspapers on paper. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many university students nowadays live away from home and their parents because of their university location,while others live with their families. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both situations?
SOME PEOPLE SAY THAT THE MAİN ENVİROMENTAL PROBLEM OF OUR TIME IS THE LOSS OF PARTICULAR SPECIES OF PLANTS AND ANIMALS.OTHERS SAY THAT THERE ARE MORE ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS DISCUSS BOTH THESE VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION
Some people work for the same organization all their working lives, while others think it is better to work for different organizations. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.