The bar chart below shows shares of expenditures for five major categories in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Japan in the year 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think restoration of old buildings take huge amount of government expenditure. It would be more beneficial to use this money for development of new buildings and roads. To what extent do you agree/disagree with the statement
The graph below shows the spending on research into renewable sources of energy in four countries between 1975 and 2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
It is often thought that government finance in the public sector instead of spending their budget on arts, music, and theatre. Although, I disagree on a larger extent with the given statement and my point is discussed in the forthcoming paragraphs.
In a number of countries, some people think it is necesarry to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both views.
Several languages are in danger of extinction because they are spoken by very small numbers of people. Some people say that governments should spend public money on saving these langugages, while others believe that would be a waste of money. Discuss both these views and give your opinions
Writing Task 1:
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter,
•explain why you changed jobs
•describe your new job
• tell him / her your other news
The table shows the projected costings over the next five years in American dollars for three environmental projects for sustainable forestry. The pie chart shows expected expenditure for the year.
In many parts of the world, children and teenagers are spending more and more of their times indoors. What do you think are the causes of this problem? What measures could best be taken to solve it? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case ? Do you think this is a positive or a negative delvelopment ?
Many countries spend a lot of money in the arts. Some people think investment in the arts is necessary, but others say money is better spent on public service and facilities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have been invited to attend an interview for a place on a course of study at a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot go to the interview at the time they wish.
Write a letter to the admissions tutor. In your letter
explain why you cannot keep the appointment
apologise and offer to arrange a new appointment
ask how long the interview will be, and whether there will be any tests during it
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public. write a letter to the company. In your letter *describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team * summaries the benefits of paying for the concerts * say how you think the company should spend the money
The table provides information about the projected costings for sustainable forestry in West Africa, Central America and South-east Asia within the next 5 years, while pie chart indicates spendings of the projects for the first year.
The pie chart gives information on UAE government spending in 2000. The total budget was AED 315 billion. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The line graph shows the average annual expenditures on cell phone and residential phone services between 2001 and 2010.
“The figures give information about economic growth and household expenditure across a range of categories.” Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The three pie charts present the changes in annual expenditure by local authorities in Someland between 1980 and 2000.
A lot of children spend time on social media surfing the internet and playing video games which hurts their studies and grades and makes them experience loneliness and health problems such as obesity. What is the reason behind this? What can the parents do to prevent it?
A government has a citizen to ensure their safety. Therefore, some people think that the government should increase spending on defense but spend less on social benefits. To what extent do you agree?
The table and chart provide a breakdown of the total expenditure and the average amount of money spent by students per week while studying abroad in four countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information about the average annual spending of university students in 3 different countries.
The three pie charts below show the changes in annual spending by a particular UK school in 1981, 1991 and 2001. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Total School Spending 1981 Insurance 2% Total School Spending 1991 /Insurance 3% Other workers' salaries 28% Other workers' salaries 22% Teachers' salaries 40% Teachers' salaries 50% Resources e.g. books 20% Resources e.g. books 15% Furniture and equipment 15% Furniture and equipment 5% Total School Spending 2001 Other workers' salaries 15% Insurance 8% Resources e.g. books 9% Teachers' salaries 45% Furniture and equipment 23%
Spending on advanced computer systems by authorities is very beneficial for development but many oppose this trend. do you agree or disagree.
Today many children spend a lot of time playing computer games and little time on sports. Why is it? Is it a positive or negative development?
The pie charts show local government expenditure in 2010 and 2015
The line graph below shows who Americans spend their time with, by age. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of
expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make.
Write a letter to the bank manager. In the letter:
• Introduce yourself.
• Explain that you did not buy the items listed. – I am on vacation
• Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem.- investigate the case/send revised credit
card stateme
Some people believe that it is important to spend a lot of money on family celebrations. While others think it is a waste of money. Discuss both views. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 254 words.
Governments spend millions of dollars each year on their space programs. Most recently, mars is the focus of scientists attention. Some people think this money would be better spent on dealing with problems closer to home. Do you agree or disagree.
Some people are happy to spend their whole life in the same area, others prefer to live in many different places in thair life time? Discuss both views & give your opinion
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like the landlord to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................,
You should write at least 150 words.
"prevention is better than cure". out of country's health budget a large proportion should be deverted from treatment in spending on health education and prevention measures.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statment.
Some people say that living in high-rise apartments feels very lonely and makes people unhappy. Others say there are advantages to living in an independent house. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Nowadays we see an increase in social problems involving teenagers. Many peope believe that it is because parents spend more time at work and less with their childern. Do you agree or disagree?
These days, older people who have retired often choose to spend money on themselves (for example on holidays) rather than save money for their children. Is this a positive or negative development?
Many young people are spending much time on computers, which makes them less active. What are the reasons? What are some solutions?
The chart below shows the expenditure of two countries on consumer goods in 2010. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 word
Governments spend a large amount of money every year on works of art. ( for example, pain things & sculptures ) Do you think this is a good or bad use of public money ?
Some people believe that the government should spend more money putting in more works of art like paintings and statues in cities to make them better places to live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You were invited by a friend to go on a holiday together, but you couldn’t attend.Write a letter to your friend.In your letter:
•apologize for not being able to join them on the holiday
•explain the reason why you couldn’t attend
•suggest another time or activity to meet and spend time together.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words.
A friend has invited you to a party but you will not be able to attend. Write to your friend. In your letter
•Tell your friend you can’t come
•Explain why you are unable to attend
•Arrange another time to meet
Some people believe that educational success depends on good teachers, while others believe that students' attidutes are important . Discuss both views and give your opinions .
ou should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The table describes the changes of people who went for international travel in 1990, 1995, 2000 and 2005. (million). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In todays world, people spend a lot of money on appearance because they want to look younger. Why does this happen? Do you think this is a positive or negative development.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter:
correct the information in the article
explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Write at least 150 words
when a new town is planned it is more impotant to devlop public parks and sports facilities than shopping centre for people to spend their time in . to what extent do you agree or disagree?
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.
Some think Government spending on Infrastructure (Transport, Housing etc) is considered the most important for a nation. While others believe that Education, Health and HR values to be more important areas for government expenditure. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are planning to go and study English at a school overseas. You would like some information about their courses.
Write a letter to the school. In your letter
•ask about the school
•say what kind of accommodation you want
•mention any special requests you have (for example diet).
Write at least 150 words.