Some people prefer to develop a large social circle, whereas others prefer to have a few close relationships. Discuss the advantages of both. Then state which situation you prefer and why.
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? Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and with relevant evidence.
Your friend from England is making a business trip to your town. She has never visited your country before and wants to know what you can do together in free time.
Type a letter to your friend. In your letter
Describe some activities for her free time
Suggest some restaurants/food in your town
offer to meet her
The number of older people across the world is increasing these days. Some people think that this will cause problems in their countries; others believe this group is important to society. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Vrite at least 150 words.
The map illustrates the main developments in the town of Springer from 1970 until the present time. Overall, a multitude of arrangements and amenities changed the city's landscape in aforementioned fifty-year period. In 1970 the pueblo consisted of a wide forest landscape with a large farmland and only a few constructions, especially 2 houses and one shop. However, Springer Town did dramatically change throughout the years. Indeed, we notice that diverse facilities were developed at the expense of the wide forest. A school has been raised in the center of the town with lots of shops all around. At the top right-hand corner, an airport has been constructed, near a small portion of forest and some flats at the top of the shops. In addition, the huge farmland has been restricted to a small area in order to allow the place to some apartments and a house lift up. there has also been a surge in the quantity of arteries between buildings than the 1970 model. Even though, we can still notice some green spaces from the past forest, especially a band of Greenland alongside- the west town. To conclude, the town of Springer changed drastically from 1970 to nowadays, moving from a rural to an urban area.
Some people say that organising events like world cup and Olympic games can encourage adults to do exercise, while others say that there are other ways to encourage adults for doing exercise. discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that it is more effective for students ot study in a group while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views, and give your opinion.
Some people use social media to keep in touch with other people and news events. Do you think advantages of this out weighs the disadvantages?
Your child is going on a three day school trip to another country. The head teacher wants to find parents to go with the group and you would like to go.
Write a letter to the head teacher. In your letter:
Say why you would like to go on the trip Suggest what you could do to help during the trip Ask other questions about the trip
The map below shows the development of an area between 1995 and the present. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Schools should stop teaching children with books which students think boring, and use films, TV, video games and computer instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people use social media evry day to keep in touch with other people and for new events. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The diagram shows the relationship between a numbers of different languages. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. 150 words
Everybody today should pay a small amount from their income in order to help people who are homeless and / or suffering great poverty. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
The map below shows a school in 1985 and the school now. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main points and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people feel that developments in science are happening so fast that it is difficult to appreciate the effects of such advances. Others feel we should we should trust scientiss more and stop worrying. discuss both views and give your own opinion.
some people like to try new things for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these atttitudes and give your opinion.
Semi-Formal Letter Prompt:
"You recently attended a workshop and would like to thank the organizer. Write a letter to the organizer. In your letter, you should:
1.Express your gratitude for the workshop.
2.Describe what you learned or found valuable.
3.Suggest how the workshop could be improved."
Some people think that renewable energy sources like solar and wind power should replace fossil fuels such as coal and gas as soon as possible. Others think we should continue to use fossil fuels while it is still cheap to do so. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In recent years, many local shop owners have closed because customers travel to large shopping centers or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some countries achieve international success by building specialized facilities to train top athletes instead of providing sports facilities that everyone can use. Do you think it is a positive or negative development？
1.Adults today do not do enough exercise. Some people believe that showing major sports events like the Olympics or the Football World Cup on television encourages people to exercise. Others argue that there are better ways to encourage adults to move more. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the view? What sort of punishment do parenta and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children .
Some people think history has little to teach us, but others think that studying the past can help us better understand the present and predict the future. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should be required to help with household tasks as soon as they are able to do so.
«Some people think that governments should spend more money on sports facilities for top athletes. Others argue that this money should be spent for sports facilities for ordinary people. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.»
The table shows the numbers of people in each group working in certain sectors in the UK in 1998 and 2006
Two charts: a line graph shows the number of people granted UK citizenship (in thousands) from 1992 to 2002 and a bar graph illustrates the number of people (in thousands) from Asia, Africa, America, Europe, Australia, and others, receiving UK citizenship in 1996 and 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
the top priority of business is making money , and they do not need to have social responsibilities . To wwhat eextent do you agree or disagree ?
Yesterday, while walking outside, you saw a robbery. The victim was unconscious by the time you reached.
Write a letter to the police. In your letter,
explain what happened
describe what the robber looked like
offer help if it is needed
Do NOT write any address.
An increasing number of schools provide tablets and laptop computers for students to use in school, replacing books and other printed materials like exams and assignments. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Many people around the world use social media to keep in touch with other people and get the news. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.
You have seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the Director of the Museum. In your letter,
•Introduce yourself
•Explain what experience and special skills you have
•Explain why you are interested in the job
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows – Dear Sir/Madam,
In many countries, the gap between the rich and the poor is widening. What problems does this situation cause, and what solutions can you suggest?
2. Parents have a responsibility to help children with their homework, but others believe children should do it on their own. Discuss both sides and give your opinon.
Some people prefer to spend time with their own age group while others like to spend their time with different age groups. Discuss both approaches and give your own opinion.
The map displays the development of the village of Ryemouth between 1995 and present. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays more and more children are being brought up in single-parent families. What are the causes of this? What effects can be seen as a result of this?
The maps below show the centre of a small town called islip as it is now, and plan for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram illustrates the multitude of steps olive oil undergoes before being produced. Overall, there are 7 steps olive oil goes through before being packaged then released into the marketplace. The first station is far from the industrial environment and consist on picking the olives from their trees. Second step is to rinse the product with cold water before pushing it in a belt, directly relied to a smashing machine. Thanks to the previous appliance, the olive paste is isolated from the olive stones, which are undesirable for olive oil manufacturing. Afterwards, the pressing moment comes. Indeed, the latter is put in a bag with holes so it can be crushed with a convenient pressing machine. The mixture is then crafted to separate the oil from the water. Finally comes the storage of the final produce before selling it. To conclude, we notice according to the figure that olive oil manufacture requires plenty of work -7seven steps in total - and specific knowledge.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your good friend helped you prepare for an important presentation at work.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- Describe how your friend helped you
- Explain why you appreciate this help
so much
- Offer to do something nice for your
friend to repay the favor
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people believe that all teenagers should have to do unpaid work during their free time in order to help the local community. They think this would benefit the teenagers doing the unpaid work but also society as a whole. Do you agree or disagree?
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
•Tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves
• Say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her
• Explain how to apply for the job.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The best way to travel is in a group led by a tour guide. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
some people say that parents shoud encourage thier children to take parts in organized group activities in thier free time,others say that it's important for them to learn how occupay themselves on their own. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. Yoh have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter, tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves, say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her, explain how to apply for the job
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today's youth are experimenting with both legal and ilegal drugs, and at an early age, some sociologists claim that parents and other members of society often set a bad example. Discuss the cause and effects of widespread drug abuse by young people. Make any recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight youth drug abuse.
It is a widely held belief that leaders are born. On the other hand, people believe that leadership can be learned. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.