Art and music are considered some of the fundamental elements of all societies. Do you think art and music will still have a place in today`s modern world of technology? Should children spend more time learning art and music at school?
Some people will believe that robots will replace classroom teacher in the future. To what extend do you agree or disagree
Some businesses and governments dissalows smoking in the offices and public places. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people think that parents should trach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to your friend who wants to visit your hometown. In your letter say
• When is the best time to visit
• Recommend someplace to stay
• Invite her/him to your house
Some people choose to spend their leisure time with colleagues from their workplace. Others prefer to keep their personal life and working life separate. Is it a good idea to spend leisure time with people from work? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Wild animals have no place in the 21st century, so protecting them is a waste of resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Describe a contest/competition you would like to participate in. You should say: What the contest/ competition is about? Where the contest/ competition will take place? When it will be held? And explain why you would like to participate.
The given map illustrates the information on changes that have taken place at Queen Mary Hospital since its constraction in 1960.
Technology is becoming increasingly prevalent in the word today. In the not too distant future, technology will completely replace the teacher in the classroom. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email, describe where you lived when you were a student at the universityrecommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodationwarn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
Recent research has shown that business meetings and trainings are increasingly taking place online. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this
The maps depicts the developments which took place in the bookstore in 2000 and now.
Surveillance cameras in banks, offices, shops and streets have been very successful in reducing crime in the workplace and public, but they are also took for their users to spy on people's private business. what problems do surveillance cameras create? what are the solutions?
Psychologists have known for many years that color can affect how people feel. For this reason, attention to be given to color schemes when decorating work places such as offices and hospitals. To what extent to you agree or disagree?
Friendships that take place online are not as meaningful as those where people meet each other face-to-face. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for it own sake, regardless of wheather the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
The graphs below show average monthly temperature and rainfall in two places in South Africa.
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara dessert or the Antartic . What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
Some people think that parents should teach children how to be goo members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
An increased number of people today change their career and living places in their lives. Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You recently visited a place that had a strong impact on you. Now you want to write to your friend about the place.
Write a letters to a friend about the place.
In the letter.
-explain where the place was and how you got there.
-describe what you saw
-offer to take your friend there
Today more and more toursts are visiting places where conditiond are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic. what are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
In many countries, traditional food is being replaced by international fast food. This trend has negative effects on both society and family. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that the Earth is being harmed (damaged) by human activity. Others feel that human activity makes the Earth a better place to live. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You recently visited a place that had a strong impact on you.
Write a letter to a friend about the place.
In your letter
explain where the place was and how you got there
“describe what you saw
offer to take your friend there
4.The diagram below shows the changes that have taken place at west park secondary school since its construction in 1950. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
It is generally believed that internet isan excellent means of communication but some people suggest that it may not be the best place to find information. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Excessive traffic has made cities unpleasant places to live and work in. For this reason, private cars should be completely banned from city centers. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
The diagrams below show the changes that have taken place at West Park Secondary School since its construction in 1950. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feature make comparisons where relevant.
today more and more tourist are visiting places were conditions are difficult,such as sahara desert and antartica.what are the benifit and disadvantage for tourist who visit such places.
These days, museums are built in every big city and many arts in the past and the present are shown. Many people/ expert believe that museums should be the place we go to enjoy while some people think it is the place for learning. It is argued about the goal of visiting museums. We will discuss two opinions in the following paragraphs.
City planners’ new designs include setting up schools, markets and commercial places (like office) in different areas of the city. Do you think it will help the city dwellers?
In some place, old age is valued, while in other cultures youth is considered more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You are about to start social meetings in a particular area where people from different nationalities can take part.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper requesting him to publish information about this:-
- What activities you have planned
- When the first meeting takes place and where
The use of mobile phones in certain places is as antisocial as smoking. Do you think the use of mobile phones should be banned like smoking?
Robots and artificial intelligence are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on soiety?
Some people believe that universities should only offer places to young students who receive high marks at school. Others think that universities should offer a place to anyone of any age. Discuss and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Writing Task 1
you have bought some clothing onllne and are not s atisfied with
your purchase.
Write a letter to the company that you bought the clothing from. In
your email
-> give details of the purchase - Red dotted dress ,medium size , maxi dress
-> describe the problem - got small size , which is tight to my waist and short to length
-> explain why you need a replacement urgently - I need dress as a gift ,birthday coming soon
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You have recently moved to a new place and haven’t got a chance to tell your friend. Write a letter to your friend,
Where and why you move from there
Compare your new place to old
Where do u live now
One of your colleagues is leaving for a new job, and your manager has asked you to arrange a farewell party for him/her. Write a letter to your manager.
In your letter, •suggest a suitable date and time for the party • recommend a place • discuss the food and entertainment options that should be available
The given bar chart illustrates how many households owned and rented places in England and Wales during the period of 93 years.
getting promotion is one of the biggest drives for people to apply themselves and work hard in modern work place. Why do you think people are so driven to get promotion ? What other factors influence people to work hard?
The given maps compare the changes that took place at a city hospital in 2 different years,2007 and 2010
Nowadays many people go shopping in their free time. Shopping has replaced many other activities that people used to choose as their hobby. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or negative development?
Today more and more tourist are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctica. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
The diagram below show the changes that have taken place at Queen Mary Hospital since its construction in 1960.
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they like the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
• say what the participants liked about the hotel
• explain why they were unhappy about the food
• suggest what the managers should do to improve the food in the future
Convenience food will become increasingly prevalent and replace by traditional food preparaation. To waht extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In many countries it is now illegal to smoke in public places. It is only fair that people who wish to smoke should have to leave the building. Do you agree or disagree?