You and a friend have both been accepted to a study abroad program in Paris, France.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
•Congratulate him/her for also being accepted
•Ask him/her if he/she would like to be your roommate
•Discuss possible activities that the two of you could do together
The world is experiencing a dramatic increase in population. This is causing problems not only for poor, undeveloped countries, but also for industrialized and developing nations. Describe some of the problems that overpopulation causes, and suggestion least one possible solution.
You recently discovered that there are plans to construct a new block of flats in your local area.
Write a letter to the local authority. In your letter:
· explain how you know about the plans
· describe the negative effects this will have on your neighbourhood
· suggest a possible solution to the problem
Effective learning requires time, comfort and peace, so it is impossible to combine study and employment. Study and employment distract one from another. To what extent do you think the statements are realistic? support your opinion with examples.
It is sometimes said that countries should produce all the food for their populations to eat and import as little as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The percentage of overweight children has increased by almost 20% in the last ten years. Discuss the possible causes of this disturbing trend and suggest solutions to this problem.
Some people say that it is possible to tell a lot about a person's culture and character from thoir choice of clothes. Do you agree or disagree?
The map below is of the town of Garlsdon. A new supermarket (S) is planned for the town. The map shows two possible sites for the supermarket. #44
some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss bothe these views and give your opinion
Many criminals commit further crimes as soon as they released from prison. What do you think are the causes of this? What possible sollitions can you suggest ?
You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practice in the community hall. You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall. Write a letter to the manager. In the letter:
• Describe what the group does
• Explain why the group is good for the community
• Suggest some alternative days and times for practice
In the modern world it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via the internet and live without any face-to-face contact with others. Is it a positive or negative development in your opinion? To what extent do you support this development?
Computers and modems have made it possible for office workers to do much of their work from home instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraged as it is good for workers and employers. Do you agree or disagree?
The world of work is forever changing at a fast pace. Working conditions today are not the same as before and people no longer rely on taking one job for life. Discuss the possible causes for these changes and give your suggestions for how people should prepare themselves for work in the future
Countries should produce the food that their population eats and import as little as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons, examples to you answers
Today,people are using the things and rhrowing or replacing it with latest models or latest fashion . Do the disadvantages pf throwaway society outweigh any possible economic advantage ?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall.
You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall.
Write a letter to the manager. In the letter:
* describe what the group does
* explain why the group is good for the community
* suggest alternative days and times for practice
You should write at least 150 words.
More and more people are relying on the private car as their major means of transportation. Describe some of the problems over-reliance on cars can cause, and suggest at least one possible solution. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The ace of international travel and the spread of various kind of mass media all, over the world have made it more possible than even before for people to know how other people live in other countries. Do advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
The map below shows two possible sites (s1 and s2) of a new supermarket planned for the town of GARLSDON
Traffic congestion is a growing problem in many of the world’s major cities. Explain some possible reasons for this problem and suggest some solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure center that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to local council. In the letter:
Give details of how you and your friends use the centre.
Explain why the sports and leisure center is important for the local community.
Describe the possible effects on local people if the center closes.
Illiteracy has traditionally been viewed as largely a third world problem. However, it is becoming apparent that in countries such as the USA and Australia, illiteracy rate is on the increase. Discuss possible causes for this and its effect on society. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
2-Many people who care for elderly do not have enough time to look after them. What are the problems related to this? What are some possible solutions?
In many places, large chain stores are taking over the marketplace, making it impossible for small businesses to compete with them. what are the advantages and disadvantages of this situation?
In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate online and live without any face-to-face contact with others. Is this a positive or negative development?
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
explain why the centre is important for the local community
describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
-Give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
-Explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
-Describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes.
Nowadays more and more older people who are looking for a position have to compete with younger people for the same jobs. What problems does this cause? What are some possible solutions?
It is neither possible nor useful for a country to provide university education to a high proportion of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your friend was supposed to visit you soon, but due to some personal problems you can’t meet him / her on the specified date. Write a letter to him or her explaining the situation. In your letter, you have to:
– Apologise to your friend.
– Explain why it’s not possible to meet now.
– Suggest an alternative date for the meeting.
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/she asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
-Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
-Describe some possible disadvantages
-Say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
some peope say it is impossible to tell a lot about a person's culture and character from their choice of clothes. Do you agree or disagree
last year you attended an intensive English course at the Darwin College of English . Your new employer has asked you to provide copies of your reports and assignments as quickly as possible .
Write a letter to the principal of the college and request him to send the copies of the required documents As you have lost the original documents.
Many countries have compulsory military service for young men after they leave school. It would be a good idea for all countries to adopt this system for men, and possibly for women too. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
armers within a country are often protected by tariffs - that is, special taxes on imported food. Such policies are necessary, and should be implemented wherever possible. To what extent do you agree with this? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a
chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should
contact him about a possible Job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter
• remind him when and where you met
• tell him what kind of Job youaare inter,sted in
• say why you think you would be suitable for the Job
Topic 3: Many people believe that education standards have declined in recent times, particularly in the areas of literacy and numeracy. Discuss the causes of this problem and offer some possible solutions to it.
In many countries, there is a push to get as many young people going to university as possible. To what extent do you think this effort is a worthwhile one? Do you think some people can benefit from not going to university? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people belleve that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
100.In many countries, the traditional family structure is changing, and an increasing number of children are being raised by single parents or by grandparents. Discuss the possible reasons for this trends and its potential consequences in society.
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure that it runs in order to save money
Write a letter to the local council.in your letter
Give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
Explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
Describe the possible effects on local people of the centre closes
Global warming is one of the biggest threats human faces in 21st century and sea levels are continuing to rise at an alarming rate. What problems are associated with this and what are some possible solutions?
The map below illustrates two possible sites for the school of the town of Canterbury.
It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote areas with natural environments, such as the South Pole. Is this a positive or negative development?
In recent years, there has been growing interest in the relationship between equality and personal achivement. Some people believe that individuals can achieve more in egalitarian societies.Others believe that high levels of personal achivement are possible only if individuals are free to succeed or fail according to their individual merits. Discuss both sides and gave your own opinion
Some people believe that the internet has made it possible to experience the world without leaving home, while others argue that travelling is still essential. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many people strive to maintain a successful career and happy family life at the same time.What problems can this situation create?What are the possible solutions?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday • describe some possible disadvantages • say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
Some scientists believe that studying the behavior of 3-year-old children can predict their criminality. To what extent do you think a crime is a product of human nature, or is it possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals?