Some people think that the amount of time we spend using the internet has a negative effect on social interaction, but other people feel that it opens up more possibilities for communication. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using the internet.
Some childeren spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think is a positive or a negative development?
The chart below compares the percentages of tourism dollars spent in different economic sectors in two time periods. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, make comparisons where relevant.
In some areas of world people love to live in traditional lifestyle while in other regions they have a modern living standard. Why it happens? Discuss both views for supporting of your topic.
ou should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The line graph and pie chart below show information on crime in the UK for the last year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In a recent years most of the youngsters are spending their valuable time on watching unnecessary things on television. However, there are pros and cons of this view and they will be discussed in this essay.
Many people believe that formal pen and paper examination are not the best method of assessing educational achievement. What is your opinion?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A good friend has just changed schools and is having difficulty fitting in and needs your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• make suggestions as to how they could make friends
• suggest joining clubs, participating in school activities
• give any extra general advice
Millions off dollars arre spent on space research every year. Some people argue that the money should be spent on improving living standard on Earth. Do you agree or disagree?
Spending time online has affected the communication skills of young people both positively and negatively. Discuss the effects of increased online activity on communication skills.
Because of the busy pace of modern life, many children spent most of the time indoors and have little exposure to the nature. How important is it for children to learn to understand and appreciate nature? Give reasons of your answers and give relevant example of your experience.
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. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In order to cover the increasing cost of expenses, more and more people work very long shifts. What are the advantages and disadvantages
An English-speaking friend wants to spend a two-week holiday in your region and has written asking for information and advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
offer to find somewhere to stay
give advice about what to do
give information about what clothes to bring
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
In many modern socities grandchildren rarely spend any quality time with their grandparents. what do you think are the consequences of this?
In developed countries, many people are living alone or as a small family unit. Why do you think this is happening? How does it affect society?
nowadays we are producing more and more rubbish. why do you think this is happening? what can government do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced. give reason and examples.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your friend would like to find some quality websites where he/she can read up on what’s happening in the world. He/she has written to you asking for some advice.
Write a letter to your friend giving some advice. In your letter
• include websites you recommend
• say why you recommend them
• give some other ideas which you think may be useful
should spend about 40 minutes on this task. People in many countries do not wear their traditional costume. Some argue that they would forget their history and tradition. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
the pie charts below show the average househlod expenditure in a country in 1950 and 2010.
You are organizing a seminar for your company. Write a letter to the
manager of another department inviting them to give a presentation at the
seminar.
In your letter,
• give details of the seminar
• invite them to give a presentation and say why you are inviting them
• say what the presentation should be about
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on
this task
The charts below shows the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one ocuntry between 1920 and 2019. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
One of your friend lives in another country. You want to spend time working in that country. Write a letter to your friends.
In your letter, you should:
•describe why you want to work in that country;
• tell him/her about your skills and experience;
• ask some questions related to work (wage, salary)
Many people believe that a country’s wealth is dependant on the health of its citizens. Other people argue that education is a better indicator of a nation’s wealth and well-being. What is your opinion? What are some other factors that contribute to the growth and prosperity of a country?
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………..
our neighbours have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house/ flat.
Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter
explain the reasons for the noise
apologise
describe what action you will take
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The charts below show one government's spending on culture and education in 1995 and 2005 and the number of people participating in Arts events in the same years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Today, many people rely on the internet to diagnose and cure their own health problems instead of seeing a doctor. Why is this happening? Is it a positive or negative development?
Question: Some people say that the most important thing for parents to do is to spend time communicating with their children. Others think that providing food and comfort are more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Arranging Accommodation
You are being sent on a one month work assignment in San Francisco, California. You need a place to stay while you are there. Write a letter to the Maury Samson Real Estate Agency. In your letter:
explain the situation
describe the kind of accommodation you would like
provide the dates you will need it
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr Samson,
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The table below gives information on consumers spending on different items in five different countries in 2020.
The given two pie charts illustrate information about the income and expenditure of a Charted Accountaed firm from the year 2015 to 2016.
some young people are leaving the countryside to live in cities and towns, leaving only old people in the countryside. Why do think this is happening? do you think this is a postive or negative development?
Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding changes. Others, think that change is always a good thing. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Nowadays, people are too obsessed with buying or acquiring material things such as expensive clothes or cars because, they think that people around them will judge them based on what they possess.
The chart below shows the amount spent on six consumer goods in four European countries. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. (Numbers mean “thousand”)
International travel is becoming cheaper and countries are opening their doors to move and more tourist. Do the advantages of increased tourists outweigh disadvantages?
More and more people today are becoming overly dependent on the internet and phones. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The diagrams below show the life cycle of a species of large fish called the salmon. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. upper river (slow moving) approx 5-6 months reeds small stones salmon eggs lower river (fast flowing) approx 4 years open sea approx 5 years 'smolt 'adult salmon' 12-158m 70-76cm_
The first chart below gives information about the money spent by British parents on their children’s sports between 2008 and 2014. The second chart shows the number of children who participated in three sports in Britain over the same period. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making relevant comparisons.
In many modern societies , grandchildren rarely spend any quality time with their grandchildren. What do you think are the consequences of this ?
Some believed in many countries, the investment of public in arts can be justified. Others thinks that government should spend more on health and education. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays governments in many countries spend a lot of money on works of art such as paintings to be displayed in public places. Is this a positive or negative development?
The chart below shows average monthly expenses of diffent classes of family in the USA between 2000-2020
Some people believe that children should spend all their free time with their families. Others believe that this is unnecessary or even negative. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. agree = maintain, own traditions disagree = cultures, problem sosializing
The table shows the average time and money spent at different types of restaurants. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting in the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Governments are often blamed for spending too much money on projects to protect wildlife while ignoring other problems. Some people believe that governments must prioritize the needs of their citizens above all else. To what extent do you agree?
“Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?”
You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken.
Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter
●describe the problem with the equipment
●explain what happened when you phoned the shop
● say what you would like the manager to do.
The table gives information about monthly expenditure of people on various services.