Computers and modems have made it possible for office workers to do much of their work from home instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraging as it is good for both employers and workers.
Do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some 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.
You started in your present job two years ago. You now feel it is important for your career development to move to a different department in the same company. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter say what you have learned in your present job suggest how the company would benefit from moving you to a different department explain why you do not wish to leave the company
Every year several langugaes die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier i there are fewer languages in the world.
To what extent do you agree or disgaree with this opinion?
You have won a holiday to Hawaii with one extra ticket.
Write a letter to someone to invite them along with you. In the letter:– Explain what has happened and that you would like them to come
– Give details of when the trip will take place
– Inform the person of the things they will need for the trip
Write about the following topic:
An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problems does this cause? What can be done to deal with this situation?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six year-old.
Write a letter to the parent in your letter
Explain why you would like the job
Give details of why you would be suitable person to employ
Say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
Some people say that because we can now watch films on our phones, there is no reason to go to the cinema. Others say that films should be seen in a cinema in order to be fully enjoyed. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
A friend of yours is coming to stay in your house for a week while you are away on holiday.
Write a letter to your friend to prepare them for their stay in your letter:
-- Give your friend information about the location of your house
-- Tell your friend what tasks you would like them to do each day
-- Explain what he/she can do and see in your area
Some people say that tourism has many negative effects on the countries that people travel to.
How true is this statement? What can tourists do to reduce the harmful effects of tourism on local cultures and environment?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant exaples from your own experience.
In your opinion, should young people choose their profession or should their parents choose for them? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
The chart and table show information about tourists at a particular holiday resort in Australia.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many believe that to be successful in a particular sport, having a natural ability is more important than training and hardwork.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that govements should speand money for faster public transportation , others think that there are other important priorities . Discuss both views and give your opinion
Children who are brought up in families that do not have large amounts of money are better prepared to deal with problems of adult life than children brought up by wealthy parents.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The line graph below shows the percentage of people in Africa, subscribing to move by and fixed line phones from 1994 to 2004. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some say that modern technology is giving people more free time, while others think it is making them busier. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Today, people can use the internet to learn about the culture and lifestyle of the people of other countries. So, there is no need to travel to other countries to learn their culture. Do you agree or disagree?
Some peoplebelieve that the difference between the lowest paid jobs and the highest paid jobs should be reduced.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
According to some people spending a lot of money on marriage parties is a must. Others insist that lavish celebrations are a waste of money and resources. Both views will be discussed in this essay; however, in my opinion, it does not make much sense to spend a lot of money on celebratio
Fresh water has always been a limited resource in some parts of the world. Today, however, growing worldwide demand has made this a global problem.What are the causes of the increased demand, what measurements can governments and individuals take to respong to this problem?
Increasing number of students are going to universirt instead of working after high school. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for younh people who do this.
Some people think that children should obey the rules or do what their parents and teachers want them to do. Other people think that children controlled too much cannot deal with problems themselves in adulthood. Discuss both views and state your own opinion.
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the houses or building they live in.
What is the reason for this?
How can people research on this?
The map shows the centre of Paris. A company wants to open a new restaurant in the area. The map shows two possible locations for the restaurant.
At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people.
Do the advantages fo this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
Learning English language at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local language and, if so, how?
Mrs. Barette, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs. Barette. In your letter
suggest how you could help her in her home
say why you would like to do this work
explain when you will and will not available
Some people think that the media(such as newspaper) should be allowed to publish information about people's private lives. Other, however, think that there should be controls to stop the media publishing this kind of information. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are a regular customer at a supermarket in your town/city. You have recently noticed a problem with some of the products that you usually buy and you have decided to complain about this.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
Explain who you are
Describe your complaint
Say what you think should be done about it.
The increase in mobile phone use in recent years has led to many social problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
Some people believe that having a job you enjoy is more important than earning a high salary.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Today, the life expectancy of people is much higher than before. Older people should continue to be involved in the workforce. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
To many parts in the world there is continuous coverage of sports opr television. some believe that this discourages young from taking part discuss both and give your opinion.
The table below shows how many students of a school in the UK chose to take part in four different sports between 2001 and 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that governments should give financial support to creative artists such as painters and musicians. Others believe that creative artists should be funded by alternatives sources. Discuss both views and give own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many species of animals all around the world are on verge of extinction.Some say that countries and individuals should protect these animals from dying out,while others say that we should concentrate more on the problems of human beings.But other argue that we should focus on the problems faced by humans.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools.other,however, believe that boy and girls benefits more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have got a confirmation from Denmark University to study medicine. You have been asked to submit all the details and certify that they are correct. Write a letter to your college sharing information and get it registered at the campus.
When you write, you can mention the following:
Basic information.
Mention that you will attach the supporting documents.
Check if there is any other formality before you move to Denmark.
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
* describe where you lived when you were a student at the university
* recommend the best way for him/her to look for accomodation
* warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have a full-time job and you are also doing a part-time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course. Write a letter to your teachers.
With a growing population one of the most pressing issues is that of feeding such a large number of people. Some people think that GM foods offer a viable solution to this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health isssues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have a suggestion for a park nearby where you live. Write a letter to your city’s council. In your letter include:
•what your suggestion is
•why you think this suggestion will improve the park
•when you would like to see this suggestion in action
As science and technology contribute most to the development of society, science students should get more financial support from the government than students in other fields (e.g. business, language). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people are of the opinion that we must discontinue using fossil fuels and adopt renewable sources of energy. Yet others feel that renewable sources of energy are not as dependable as fossil fuels.
Discuss both views.
Improvements in health, education and trade are essential for the development of poorer nations. However, the governments of richer nations should take more responsibility for helping the poorer nations in such areas.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
You should write at least 250 words.
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The graph below gives information on the differences in clothing exports from three different countries.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Reading books keeps a person’s mind active, whereas watching films and television is passive and does not require a person to use their imagination.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?