Some people think that computers are more of a hindrance than a help in today's society. Others believe that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. Discuss both opinions and give your opinion.
One of your colleagues is leaving for a new job, and your manager has asked you to arrange a farewell party for him/her.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter,
* suggest a suitable date and time for the party
* recommend a place
* discuss the food and entertainment options that should be available
The diagram below show how drinking water is made using solar power.
In some areas of the US, a 'curfew' is imposed, in which teenagers are not be allowed to be out fo doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this?
You have been invited to talk about your country at the international meet at an American college. Write a letter to the secretary of the international community. You should write:
1.Accept the invitation 2.discuss what you should talk about 3.Ask if you require any instrument
Nowadays, people believe that government should invest tax-payer's money in healthcare , others believe that money should be use in other areas . Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
Scientists and tourists can travel to the remote natural environment such as the south pole. Do you think the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
Last Friday you flew from New York to Paris. When you arrived home, you discovered that you had left your cabin bag on the plate. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:
• Where and when you lost your bag
• What your bag looks like
• What its content were
You saw a brochure for a one-week walking tour in the mountains. You're very interested in taking part, but you're not very fit and are worried you wouldn't be able to keep up. Write to the tour operator. In your letter:
• Explain why you're interested in the tour.
• Ask for information about dates and prices.
• Express your concerns about your fitness level.
You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with prediction from 2030 adn 2040.
Nowadays, news companies spend a lot of money covering international news. However, local news is more relevant to people’s lives and should receive more funding.’ To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident and wasn't able to play with you
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Tell him which team won
Describe the weather conditions that day
Say how you felt about the match
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,
Supermarkets should only sell food produce from within their country rather than from oversea. What is your opinion on this?
Write a letter to your boss apologizing for the delay in submitting your report at work last week
In recent years many local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centers to do their shopping. Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people think that the government is responsible for crime prevention. Others think that it is individuals responsibility to protect themselves. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The line graphs illustrate the changes in having washing machines, refrigerators, and vacuum cleaners in households and the time wasted doing housework in households in a country from 1920 to 2019.
Some people believe that countries should invite foreign companies to open their branches, offices and factories in order to develop their economies. Others think countries should invest in their own companies instead. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Research shows that children who do not have a healthy diet often also have a poor diet when they are adults. What do you think causes this? What is the best way to encourage children to eat more healthily?
The graphs below show the percentage of man and woman aged 60-64 who were employed in four countries in 1970 and 2000
The pie chart show the reasons for immigrants to a European country in 2009 and reasons for immigrants from a European country in 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the mein features and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter to Airline company about your bag has been lost when you travelled New York to Paris on Tuesday?
Some people think older employees are more useful to a company while some people believe younger employees are more useful in modern society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Smoking has been banned in public places. It is the law that many people support. I agree with this statement because smoking has a bad effect on health, and this action is a positive step for people to stop smoking.
Life in the 21st century is better compared to life in the previous century. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people nowadays spend a large of their free time using a smartphone. What do you think are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The ability of learning a foreign language becoming less important due to the advances of technology. Do you agree or disagree
Some people think that the teenagers should concentrate on all subjects at school. Others think that teenagers should focus oon the subject they are best at or at they are most interested in. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Convenience foods will become increasingly prevalent and eventually replace traditional foods and preparatory methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table shows the percentage of people living in different types of dwellings in three parts of Australia in 2001 and 2006. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graphs below show the development of the cutting tools made by stone, one was made 1.4 million years ago, and the other was made 800 thousand years ago, viewing from back view, front view and side view. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some countries, traditional leisure activities like dance, music, and sports are becoming less popular among young people. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
The graphs below show the cinema attendance in Australia and the average cinema visits by different age groups from 1996 to 2000.
Some people believe that we should reduce air traveling for ecological reasons. Do you think that this would be a positive or negative development and how it could it be achieved?
Some think that residents should responsible for keeping thier areas clean and tidy, while others say it is the government’s responsibility. Discuss and state your own opinion.
Many people today are worried about cyber crime such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does cyber crime cause and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and business to take?
In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel tor a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this
Buying things on the internet, such as books, air ticket and groceries, is becoming more and more popular. Do the advantages of shopping this way outweigh the disadvantages?
Today more people are spending their holidays abroad. What in your opinion are the primary reasons of this? What are the main effects of this trend on the local touristic attractions?
You recently had your computer fixed at a local computer store, however, you are not pleased with the service you received.
Write a letter to the store manager. In the letter:
•describe the situation
• explain why you are dissatisfied
• say what you want the manager to do
Question: The table below shows the number of cinemas in three areas in a European country in 2004 and 2009, along with the percentage change over this period. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Lots of people are throwing away food. What are the reasons for this and how can food wastage be reduced?
Some people say companies should require all employees to wear uniforms at work. Others think it is unnecessary. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
«Technology is becoming progressively universal. In the fullness of time, classroom teachers will be totally substituted for technology. Do you agree or disagree?»
Some people think spending money on art is a waste, while others believe it is important to spend money on art. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that watching TV can help students learn, while others think it has more negative effects on their education. Do you agree or disagree?
Environmental problems are too big for individual countries or individual people to address. In the other words, we have reached the stage where the only way to protect the environment is at an international level. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The first car appeared on British roads in 1888. But the year 2000 there may be as many as 29 million vehicles on British roads. Alternative form of transport should be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Today social skills are being more and more emphasized by employers. Some people believe that social skills are important besides good qualifications for their job success. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
A neighbor has damaged your car while parking his/her vehicle in the lane in front of your house. Write a letter to your neighbor.
In your letter
-explain why you are writing
-describe the damage to your car and express your feelings about it
-recommend what steps he/she should take to resolve the situation.