More and more people today are becoming overly dependent on the internet and phones. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some governments today seek to monitor the general public’s electronic communications (in the form of phone calls, texts, and emails) saying that this reduces crime. Many people oppose this, however, saying that it erodes individual freedoms. Discuss the aspects of this debate, and give your own conclusion to the discussion.
Many people these days have computers, laptops, telephones at their homes for work. Do you think working from home has more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons.
the table below shows the number of mobile phones and personal computers per thousand people in six different countries in 2003.
Children spend too much time using their smartphones. Why is this happen? Do you think this is something good for them or not?
In the future people may no longer be able to pay for tanks in shop using cash all payments may have to be made by cards or using phones Do you think this will happen one day do you think this will happen?Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?
some parents allow their children to use smartphones or tablets for learning.Do the advantages of this trend outwigh the disadantages
The pie charts below show the data regarding the time people spend on smartphones and tablets, divided by category.
The graph below gives information on the number of subscribers paying to use fixed telephone lines and mobile networks in Africa between 994 and 2004.
Some people think that excessive use of smart phones badly affects teenagers’ literacy skills. Do you agree or disagree?
It is argued that mobile phones and other electronic devices have no places in the classroom. To what extent you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, the mobile phone plays a major role in our lives, which brings many benefits to us but also contains some drawbacks. What are the advantages and disadvantages?
In today's world many people own a smartphone. Do you think the advantages of owning a smartphone outweigh the disadvantages? (Nguyen)
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.
A few people debate that technological inventions like cellphones are making people socially less interactive.To what extent do you agree with this statement
The chart below shows global sales of the top five mobile phone brands between 2009 and 2013.
Nowadays more and more people are using cellphones and computers to communicate, so they are losing the ability to communicate with each other face to face. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
You recently bought a mobile phone from an online store. When it arrived, you discovered that it had several problems. Write a letter of complaint to the store. In your letter:
describe the phone and the issues you are facing
explain how these problems are affecting you
state what you would like the company to do
Technology has impacted on the way people interact. These days, many people use technologies such as mobile phones and the internet to meet and communicate. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using technology to establish and develop relationships?
What's the right age for parents to get their kids a cell phone? Give reasons for your anwer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In today’s world many people own a smartphone. Do you think the advantages of owning a smartphones outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays children are watching TV, playing phone and computer games. What is the reason for this and how to solve these problems?
Some people say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets there is no need to go to the cinema other says to be fully enjoyed films need to be seen in a cinema. Discuss both these views and give your own opinión
The graph below shows the percentage of mobile phone owners using various mobile phone features in Vietnam in the years 2005, 2008, and 2010.
You and a friend recently went on a holiday together. There is a problem with the photos you
have taken during the holiday. Write a letter to your friend to ask for a particular shot. In your
letter:
● tell him/her about the problem with your photos
● say which photo you would like him/her to send you
● explain why you need this photo.
The increase use of mobile phone and computers makes people lose the ability to communicate face to face. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
IELTS 17 Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this case? Do you think is a positive or negative develompent?
ome people believe that governments should have access to people’s mobile phone call records and messages for safety reasons. Others believe that this information is private and should not be available without permission. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number,…) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking purposes. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
You recently purchased an internet service for your house but youre not satisfied with it. You have complained to the customer helpdesk on the phone but no action has been taken. Write a letter to the manager of the company. In your letter :
Describe what is wrong with the service
Explain why you are not happy with the company's response
Say what action do you want the manager to take.
Write at least 150 words.
You recently purchased an internet service for your house but you are not satisfied with it. You have complained to the customer helpdesk on the phone but no action has been taken. Write a letter to the manager of the company. In your letter:
Describe what is wrong with the service
Explain why you are not happy with the company’s response
Say what action you want the manager to take
Your sibling has sent you a letter asking for an update on your life.
Write a letter to your sibling. In your letter:
– Describe what you did for your last birthday. - Went to Montreal to learn sking + explored the cisy and its food
– Ask for photos of your sibling’s last holiday - heard that we visited Quebec city, its would be great to see your photos
– Talk about something you are looking forward to - Looking forward to meet you on Diwali this year, as party will be at my vacation home in Muskoka.
The table shows the number of mobile phones sold in millions for a period of six years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the cause? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday.
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter:
- Thank them for the photos and for the holiday.
- Explain why you didn't write earlier.
- Invite them to come and stay with you.
some schools have restricted the use of mobile phones. Is this a positive development or a negative one. Give reasons for your answers and give relevant examples from your experience.
Some people think that mobile phone is harmful for children, while others disagree or agree. Discuss both view and give your opinion
The table shows the number of mobile phones sold in millions for a period of six years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends.They have just sent you some holiday pictures.
Write a letter to your friends.In your letter :
• thank them for the holiday and the photos
• explain why you didn't write earlier
• invite them to come and stay with you
Children today spend too much time on electronic devices such as smartphones and computers. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
some children spend hours every day on thair smartphones. why is this case?do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The increased use of text messaging using mobile phones is largely to blame for the falling standards in written English, particularly among young people, many of whom are unable to construct grammatically correct sentences. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have jút send you some holiday photos.
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter:
thank them for the holiday and the photos
explain why you didn't write earlier
invite them to come and stay with you
In the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shops using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this will happen one day? why do you think some people might no be happy to give up using cash?
In many countries, paying for things using mobile phones apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages than disadvantages?
Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cell phone 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 outweight the disadvantages?
The chart below shows the average cost of a monthly contract for four different mobiles (cell phones) in a European country from January to September 2002, measured in euros.
The chart below shows the average cost of a monthly contract for four different mobiles (cell phones) in a European country from January to September2002, measured in euro.
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some holiday photos.
Write aletter to your friend. In your letter:
•thank them for the holiday and the photos
•explain why you didn't write earlier
•invite them to come and stay with you