“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?”
Some children spend hours every day on thier smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think that this is positive or negative develpoment?
13 TEST 3 Some people say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets there is no need to go to the cinema. Others say that to be fully enjoyed, films need to be seen in a cinema. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The diagram below shows the process of producing photographs using digital equipment.
Some people say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets there is no nee to go to the cinema. Others say that to be fully enjoyed, films need to be seen in a cinema. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some conversations are easier to have in person, while other conversations are easier on phone or by text messaging. Do you find this to be true? why or why not? In what situations do you prefer one mode of communication over another? Give reasons to support your opinion?
The table illustrates the proportion of market share among several mobile phone brands in 2005 and 2006.
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 Task 1 (general)
ownership of mobile phones has risen dramatically in recent years despite the potential harmful effects they may have on our health and on society.govt should introduce measures to restrict ownership of moblie phones to those who need them for their work. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the total number of minutes(in billions) of telephone calls in the UK, divided intot three categories , from 1995-2002 Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Some people say that now we can see films olur phones or tablet there is no need to go to the cinema. Others say that to be fully enjoyed , films need to be seven in a cinema. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Some children spend hours playing on their phone. Why is it the case? Is this a positive or negative development?
You recently won a photography competition and your photo is going to be shown in an exhibition. ● Invite your friend for the exhibition. ● Please describe the competition prize and about the photograph ●Invite your friend.
Some schools have restricted the use of mobile phones. Is this a positive development or a negative one? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples fromyour own knowledge or experience.
Some people argue that modern technologies such as computers and cellphones destroy people’ social interaction. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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
Teenagers should not be allowed to use mobile phones in schools. Do you agree or disagree? Give explanations and examples for your response.
Many people believe that mobile phones cause more harms than the benefits and that’s why mobile phones should be restricted? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph show the average annual expenditure on cell phone and residential phone services
Some children spend hours on their smartphones everyday. Why is this the case? Do you think his is a positive or negstive development.
A few people debate that technological inventions like cell phones are making people socially less interactive. To what extend do you agree with this statement
Last month you had a holiday abroad 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.
More and more people nowadays visit well-known places to take photographs of themselves, without looking at the place. Why do you think this is happening?
Some children spend hours everyday on their smart phones. Why is this the case?Do you think this is a possitive or negative development?
You brought mobile phone from wallmart store recently it is no longer working properly write a letter to the manager
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, measuredin euro.
The table below shows the percantage of mobile phones owners using various mobile features in 2006 2008 and 2010
Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication hurts young people's reading and writing skills. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
We are wired at all times. Smart phones have changed the way we communicate with people in the world. More than its advantages, it is seen as a distraction. How badly is your society influenced and what solutions are there to stay away from this device? Discuss.
Write a letter to your friend. 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.
You have received a bill from a mobile phone (or cell phone) company for international call charges relating to a time when you did not use your phone for international calls. Write a letter to the company, complaining about this giving your reasons asking for the bill to be changed
Nowadays, mobile phones and the internet have become increasingly important in people’s social life. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
More and more people today want to buy goods, e.g. clothes and smartphones, with the well-known brand names. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
Many people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places such as libraries, shops and public transport. Do you agree or disagree?
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with a friend. He/She has just sent you some photos of your holiday.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
●thank him/her for the photos and for the holiday
●explain why you didn’t write earlier
●invite them to come and stay with you.
The illustrations show two stages in the development of the mobile phone. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number...) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking. Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge
With the rapid advancement of communication technology, eg smart phones, tablets and other mobile devices, some people believe that the disadvantages outweigh the advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ome people consider price as most important thing to buy product (such as cell phone) or service (e.g. medical treatment). Do you agree or disagree?
In today's world many people own a smartphone. Do you think the ad vanatges of owning a smartphone putweigh the disadvantages
The bar chart illustrates the total number of minutes (in billions) of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three categories: local - fixed line, national and international - fixed line, and mobiles (all calls), from 1995 to 2002.
Some people say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets there is no need to go to the cinema. Others say that to be fully enjoyed films need to be seen in cinemas. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
The chart below gives information on the average cost. of a monthly plan from four defferent mabile phone providers in a European Country. between January and September 2012, measured in erous.
1.Some people believe that having a conversation on a mobile phone in a public or crowded place should be banned. Others feel that we should be able to talk wherever we like. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
“In many countries, paying for things using mobile phone (cellphone) apps is becoming increasingly common.” Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some say that now we can see films on our phones and tablets there is no need to go to the cinema other says to be fully enjoyed films need to be seen in a cinema. What is your opinion?
You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You pho0ned 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
● say what you would like the manager to do.
Some people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries, shop and on public transport. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Remember to write down a clear thesis statement followed by your essay plan.Only then attempt to write this essay. Nowadays, parents are allowing their children to use tablets and smartphones to enhance learning. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
You recently bought some new furniture for your living room online. You were told that the furniture would arrive within 5 working days, but it has been 2 weeks, and it has still not arrived. You phoned the shop but no action was taken.
Write a letter to the shop manager. In the letter,
• explain that the furniture has not arrived
• describe what happened when you phoned the shop
• say what you would like the manager to do