Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain of shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and it is still not ready.
Write a letter to the shop. In your letter
Say what has happened and how you feel
Ask them to explain why there has been a delay
Ask them to repair the radio very quickly or to supply you with a new radio
The United Nations recently celebrated its 70th anniversary. What benefits has it brought during this time? Do you think the UN will last another 70 years?
The graph below shows radio and televition audiences through out the day in 1992.
The internet has changed the way we communicate. Much communication today happens through social media. Some people support this and think it is a positive development. Others believe that social media have negative effects. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In the past, people usually stayed I one place thought their life. These days, people often move around. They often live in several different place their lifetime. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both?
You recently purchased an item from a local store, but you are not satisfies with your purchase. Write a letter to the manager of the store. In your letter
•Describe the item you bought and why you need it
•explain why you are not happy with it
• say what you would like the manager to do
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some People claims that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The given line graph illustrates the proportion of the total music sold by three different ways between 2011 to 2010.overall ,it can be seen that the percentage of music sold through download and cds purchased decreased,while by stream increased over the given time period.
The chart below shows the results of a European survey into young people's expectations for change in five different areas of life in the next 20 years. They were asked if they thought things would improve or get worse.
Some people think that because some students find some subjects such as maths and philosophy difficult they ought to be optional instead of compulsory. To what extend do you agree?
televison and internet have brought revolution in the field of communication and entertainment, but their excessive use has negative impact too. discuss both the views.
The breakthrough in medical sciences are by far the most significant advances in the world society over the last two centuries. Discuss this statement and give your opinion
Some families people believe that children who are brought up in which don't have large amounts of money are better prepared to deal with the problems of adult life than children brought up in wealthier families. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The pie chart illustrates the principal reasons behind the worldwide land degradation, whilst the table chart represents the main causes which led to the aforementioned issue by region in the 1990s. Overall, over-grazing was the main cause of agricultural land degradation, while European region was the one, mostly affected by this issue. Looking in closer detail at the pie chart, it can be clearly seen that over-grazing is the leading factor of land degradation throughout the world with a frequency of 35%. The deforestation issue comes after representing 30% then the over-cultivation with 28%. However, a minority of other reasons are still responsible for this environmental disease. Moreover, the table chart highlights the fact that Europe is the most devasted land comparing to Oceania and north America with a fraction worth 23% . The major cause is deforestation representing a portion of 9.8%. Oceania follows the word wide trend with over grazing as a first cause of land degradation. Finally, North America is clearly the less polluted region with 5% of land destructed.
Nowadays, many people complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lack of sleep?
artists need a certain amount of freedom to develop their creativity, Som people think that artist should have total freedom to express any thoughts and ideas. to what extend you agree or disagree
Essay Question: Artists need a certain amount of freedom to develop their creativity. Some people think that artists should have total freedom to express any thoughts and ideas. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Evidence suggests that there is a significant rise in the number of money-consumers having willing to use a credit card more than cash. Although some disadvantages are accruing to credit card usage, I believe that advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think lawa are need to make people recycle more of their waste.
Some people think that going to a fitness centers regularly is unnecessary. Instead they believe the combining occasional exercise (such as going for walk) with a balanced diet is enough to stay healthy. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
“Your school has enough money to purchase either computers for students or books for the library.Which should your school choose to buy - computers or books ? Use specific reasons and examples to support your recommendation.”
Natural resources are depleting and there are not enough to sustain the economic growth of the country. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The chart below shows the results of a survey about people's coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in five Australian cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in five cities in Australia 70% 65% 60% 55% 50% 45% 40% 35% 30% 25% 20% Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Adelaide Hobart Bought fresh coffee in last 4 weeks Bought instant coffee in last 4 weeks Went to a café for coffee or tea in last 4 weeks
Fatherhood ought to be emphasized as much as motherhood. The idea that women are solely responsible for deciding whether or not to have babies leads on to the idea that they are also responsible for bringing the children up. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your answer with examples and relevant evidence.
The quality of education provided, is influenced by many factors which can enhance the quality of it. While some individuals believe that the increment in the stipend provided to the educators could motivate them to provide a better education, others contradict that there are other multiple factors that are involved in this situation which needs to be paid enough attention. In this essay, I'll discuss both these opposing views while providing examples and will state my opinion on this matter.
Although more and more people read newpapers on the internet, newspaper will remain as the most important source of news.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Some people believe that sleeping is the only method which allows people to get enough relaxation. Others belleve that physical activities such as playing games and exercises also provide enough relaxation. Discuss both views and provide your opinion.
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 it is negative. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree
Some people believe that it is better to have the same job throughout their life while others think that people should change their job after some period of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You have bought a new mobile phone and in a few days of purchase, it has stopped working. You have spoken to the company representative a week ago but it has still not been repaired - introduce yourself -explain the situation - say what action you would like the company to take
Universities and colleges are now offering qualifications through distance learning from the Internet rather than teachers in the classroom. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that paying taxes is enough to contribute to the society. Others argue that being a citizen involves more responsibilities. What is your opinion on that?
The graph shows the impact of vaccinations on the incidence of whooping cough, a child illness, between 1940 and 1990 in Britain.
The charts below show the percentage of food and goods bought in supermarkets in 3 European countries in 1998 and 2008.
Nowadays many people complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lack of sleep? 1)Tiredness 2)Dark circles
The illustration reveals the explanation of new features and layout changes in the library floor plan throughout a 20-year period. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevent.
Adults do less exercise nowadays. Some people think it that people can be encouraged to live healthy lives through sporting events such as Olympics and World cups. Others think that there are better ways to encourage adults to do exercise. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Although many countries are becoming richer, these societies still have members who are poor and struggle each day to survive. why do you think this happens and what can wealthy societies do to help their poorer citizens ?
Some people believe that the best way of learning about life is by listening to the . Other people believe that the best way of learning about life is through . Compare the advantages of these two different ways of learning about life. Which do you think is preferable? Use specific examples to support your preference.
Write a letter to a company asking for a refund for something you bought from them online.
Write a letter to the Customer Service department. In your letter:
· Describe the item you bought
· Outline what the problem is
· Explain why you want a refund
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Many universities and colleges worldwide offer business studies. One major criticism of these is that they are too academic and not hands-on enough. In your opinion, what needs to be added to the curriculum to make the programs more practical?
Some people think it is better for one single legal system throughout the world. Others say countries should have their own laws. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently bought some train tickets for a journey a week in advance. When you went to the station to catch the train, you were told you could not use the tickets and the staff were very unhelpful to you.
Write a letter to the train company. In your letter
•describe the problem you had with the tickets
•say why you were unhappy with the staff I
•suggest what action the train company should take
International tourism has brought enormous benefit to many places. At the same time, there is a concern about its impact over local inhabitants and the environment. Do disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the adavantages?
it is generally believed that success in fields such as arts and sports can only be achieved if a person has natural talent. However ,its sometimes claimed that any child can be thought to become a good sports person or artist. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
This days,more and more people move away from the area where they were born and brought up when they become adult.Do advantage to this development outweigh the disadvantage.
In the past, people usually stayed in one place throughout their life. These days, people often move around. They often live in several different places in their lifetime. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both?
One of the biggest problems facing the world today is growing enough food to feed the ever-expanding population. GM foods are a good way to solve this issue. To what extent do you agree of disagree.
some people think that a sense of competition in childeren should be encouraged .others believe that children who were tought to co-oprate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both views and give your opinion.