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 diagram below shows the lifecycle of a species of large fish called the salmon. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparisons where relavent.
Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your friend. In your email Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn Explain how your firend could learn this sport Suggest that you both learn this sport together
Many people think living in high-rise apartment blocks makes people feel longely and unhappy, while others argue it has advantages. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows the changes in maximum number of Asian elephants between 1994 and 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You are having problems with a neighbour’s animals because the fence between your properties is old and In poor repair. You want the neighbour to pay half the cost of building a new fence. Write a letter to your neighbour.
In your letter:
say what the problems are
explain how a new fence will solve the problems
suggest that the neighbour pays half of the cost
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
The line graph shows the proportion of students aged 18-25 studying in the universities of Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand from 1961 and 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some People say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets there is no need to go to the cinema. other say that to be fully enjoyed, films need to be ssen in a cinema. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The pie graphs below show the result of a survey of children's activities. The first graph shows the cultural and leisure activities that boys participate in, whereas the second graph shows the activities in which the girls participate. How to answer this task? Introduce the pie charts. Write what do they summarize. Write a general overview. Write in brief the main trends. Describe the first chart. Tell about the activities on the boys' chart and their popularity. Use linking structures and vocabulary to describe graphs. Describe the second chart. Tell about the activities on the girls' chart and their popularity. Use words from academic wordlist.
In come countires, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. why might this be the case? do you think this is a positive or negetive situation?
The table below shows information and predictions regarding the charge in percentage of the population age 65 and obove in three countries.
The chart beloe shows yhe number of Australian students studied from 2004 to 2006
some people think that zoos are crual and should be clouse down. others belive that zoos are useful in different ways.discuss both views and give your opinion?
The course director of your previous college has invited you to attend a
party for new students, and he has also asked you to give a talk about
studying overseas. You have an important examination on the same
day so you cannot attend the party.
Write a letter to the director to apologize and to explain why you
cannot attend the event. Suggest another date when you could give
your talk.
How to Answe
Do you believe that professional athletes make good role models for young people? Support your opinion with reasons and examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Q. Some people believe that the experiences children have before they go to school will have the greatest effect on their future life. Others argue that experiences gained when they are teenagers have a bigger influence. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
your English speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport write an email to your friend. in your email recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn explain how your friend could learn this sport suggest that you both learn this sport together
Some museums charge for entrance while others are free. Discuss the reasons for both approaches and give your own opinion
The graph below shows the proportion of the population aged 65 and over between 1940 and 2040 in three different countrie
Children nowadays prefer electronic games to other games and toys. Why is it happening ? Is it a positive or negative trend.
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while your are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help. Write a letter to this fiend. In your letter:-give details of your study plans-explain why you want to get a part-time job-suggest how your friend could help you find a job
Information technology is changing many aspects of our lives and now dominates our home ,leisure and work activities. To what extent do the benefits of information technology outweight the disadvantages?
the graph below shows in percentage terms the changing patters of domestic access to modern technology in homes in the UK summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main feaures and make comparisons where relevant.
Countries around the would will be facing significant challenges relating not only to the environment, but population and education as well. What problems will you country face in the next ten years? How can these problems be overcome? Give reasons and include examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, busines and the academic world. others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that lowering the speed limit is the best way to improve road safety. Others think that there are other ways to make roads safer. Discuss these two options and give your opinion.
The problem of obesity is becoming a serious issue all over the world. Some people argue that the price of fattening foods should be increased to reduce the growth of this problem. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothes and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about metters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
You have rented a house by a lake for the summer. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter
•describe the house
•describe how you are spending your time there
• invite your friend to come and visit
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear………..
living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowlege or experience.
Social networking websites like facebook causes a mass of negative exposure by assuming of myriad people. It is agreed that the growth of network consuming leads to considerable matters in society, spheres. Firstly, this essay will discuss the rise of health issues rise and secondly it will analyse why communicating skills by social network usage shows low level.
The harms of smoking are well know, but people do the same habits. Discuss and argue the points of this topic, give your own opinion from your experiences.
These days, there is too much plastic in our oceans, which negatively affects marine life. What are the reasons for this, and how can this situation be improved?
Nowadays, people are able to use the internet to do an increasing number of tasks. Is this a positive or negative development?
With the vast increase in online resources today, libraries with print books are not a necessity for today’s society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
The charts bellow show the proportions of british students at one university in England who were able to speak other languages in addition to English, in 2000 and 2010.
Parents are trying to learn how to take care of their children. Is this essential? Give your opinion on this and illustrate an example.
The chart below shows the expenditure of two countries on consumer goods in 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
some people beleive that nowadays we have too many choices. to what extent do you agree or disagree withthis statement.
You and some friends had dinner in a restaurant a few nights ago. The service at the restaurant was terrible and the food was bad. You and two of your friends had severe stomachaches the following day. The food was also overpriced.
Write to the manager of the restaurant. In your letter,
-explain these problems
-give details that you think are relevant
-ask the manager to do something about the situation
Watching television has positive effects on children. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
The pie charts show the reasons for immigrants to a European country in 2009 and reasons for immigrants from a European country in 2009. Summize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie charts below compare the proportion of energy capacity in gigawatts (GW) in 2015 with the predictions for 2040. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many American believe that the death penalty is effective in deterring people from committing murder. However, other disagree, and many sociologists argue that the evidence does not support this view. Now, write an essay to an educated reader to tell which point of view you agree with. Include reasons and any relevant examples to support your answer.
Some people believe charity organizations should only offer help to people of their own countries. Others claim that these organizations should give aid to people in great need wherever they live. Discuss both opinions and tell which side do you agree?
The chart below gives information about Southland’s main exports in 2000, *20…, and future projections for 2025.
The bar chart below show the expenditure of two countries in consumer goods in a 2010.
The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in 6 countries.
The diagram below shows the steps of processing cocoa beans. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
Some people believe that the increasing use of technology in education significantly enhances the learning experience. Others think that it leads to greater distraction and hinders the learning process. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.