Today , many people do not know their neighbours in lagre cities.What problems does this cause ?What can be done about this?
Most countries aim to improve their standard of living through economic development, but many important social values can be lost as a result. Do the advantages of economic development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some believe that the rise of automation and artificial intelligence will lead to significant job losses in various industries. Others argue that it will create new job opportunities and improve productivity. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people argue that primary schools focus too much on formal learning. To what extent do you agree with this opinion? How important do you think it is for children to play as well as learn in the primary school classroom?
Your manager has asked you to arrange a programme for the first day at work of a new employee. You can only be there for the morning
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
- Explain why you can only be there for the morning.
- say how you could help the new employee in the morning.
- suggest what the new employee could do in the afternoon.
Some people think advertisements control what we purchase, while others think they are useful sources of information on products. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The maps below shows the changes in the art gallery ground floor in 2005 and present day.
An old car was left on the street near your street several weeks ago. The car is now causing a problem for residents.
Write a letter to the Council. In your letter:
•Describe the car
•Outline the problems it is causing
•Tell the Council what you want them to do about it
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Councilor,
Government should provide free public Transportation facilities 24/7 to reduce traffic congestion. To what extent do you agree or Disagree
The charts show the sources of the electricity produced in four countries between 2003 and 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people say that we now live in consumer societies where money and possessions are given too much importance. Others believe that consumer culture has played a vital role in improving our lives. Disscuss both views and give your opinion
The graph below shows the average monthly change in the prices of three metals during 2014. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
in some counties an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. it is therefore necessary for goverments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people think that the detailed criminal description on newspapers and TV programs has bad consequence, so this kind of information should be restricted on media. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
+ 5mins 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 univer¬sity should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own know¬ledge or experience.
Some people argue that space exploration has had more to do with national pride than international effort. To what extent to you agree with this? How do you think space explonation will change in the future?
Scientists have been warning for many years that to protect the environment, we have to limit the use of energy in a daily lives. Despite warning many people do not attention to this. What are the reasons for this and how can people be encouraged to save the environment?
A friend of yours recently gave you a nice birthday present.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
– thank her for the present and say why you particularly like it
– describe some other presents that you received
– explain some of the things you did on your birthday.
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Some people believe that to be a successful sportsperson, one needs to have a natural ability and others think that hardwork and practice can make you successful . What is your opinion?
Many people no longer read newspapers or watch TV news programmes. Instead they get news about the world from the Internet. Is this a positive or negative development?
The best way for the country to prepare for futre is to invest on the young people. do you agree or disagree?
The diagram below shows how one type of coal is used to produce electricity. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevent
In t.heir advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasis that their products are new in some ways. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
many universities professional cannot find the jobs in their choosen profession.what factors may have cause this situation and what in your opinion should be done about it.
You bought a new HD television last week. At first it seemed to work perfectly but after a few hours a line appeared across the TV and the sound seemed a little strange. You cannot take the TV back to the shop so you decide to write to them.
Write a letter of complaint to the shop. In your letter
• give them the background information
• describe the problem
• ask them to resolve the issue
letter to a company manager about a problem in an online purchased item.
– describe the item
-what is the issue
-what you expect the manager to do
Billions of dollars are being wasted on space research. The money used could be better if used to improving condition on people on earth. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people use distance learning programs to study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the benefit as much as attending college or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The diagram illustrate the process of Pu-erh Raw Tea and Ripe Tea production. Describe it.
Nowadays a growing number of boys and girls within normal weight ranges have an intense fear of gaining weight and therefore get anorexia. Why do you think a lot of teenagers have a strong desire to be skinny? What can be done to prevent this eating disorder?
You are going on a month training programme to the UK and know that the head of the course would like one of the participants to be the social events' organizer.
Write a letter to the Training Organizer. In your letter
• expressing your interest in the role
• requesting more information about it
• explaining what experience you have
Many places in the world rely on tourism as a primary source of income.Unfortunately,tourism can also be a surce of problems if it is not managed correctly. Describe the advantages and disavantages of tourism in the modern world.Do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?
You and some friends want to start a weekly dance club and you have found a hall that would be suitable to hold your meetings. Write a letter to the owner of the hall. In your letter, - explain your and your friends project - ask if it is possible to rent the hall and under what terms - state what day and what times you would like to use the hall
YOu should write at least 150 words.
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Ithers argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Some people think that it’s good for a country’s culture if people watch some imported film or TV programs while some people argue that it could be better if people watch films of their own culture. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Because of traffic and housing problems in the cities the government encourages the business to move to the rural area. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Many animals species are becoming extinct as a result of human activities. What are the causes an possible solutions to this problem.
The pie charts below show the coffee production, coffee consumption and the profit distribution around the world.
ome people want governments to spend money looking for life on other planets. Others, however, think this is a waste of public money when there are so many problems on earth. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four asian countries living in cirites from 1970 to 2020, with predicitions for 2030 and 2040. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A rise in the standard of living in a country often only seems in beneficial cities nation from rural areas. What problems can this cause ?how might these problem is solved?
the amount of time spend on sports and exercise should be increased in schools in order to tackle the problem of overweight childer ? do you think this the best way to deal with the problem? what other solutions can you suggest
The table below shows the amount of waste production (in millions of tonnes) in six differerent countries over a twenty-year period.
Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doinf things they are familier with. Discuss both these attitides and give your own opinion.
You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club.
In your letter:
• Introduce yourself
• Say why you are interested in this sports club
• ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities, member, costs.
More people are shopping online today than ever before. Why do people choose to shop this way? Are there any disadvantages to shopping online? Provide your opinion and use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
You recently stayed at a hotel with your family. This was your first time staying at that hotel and you were very unhappy with your experience. Write an email to the manager: Describe your unpleasant experience.,Ask the manager to repay you in some way, and Suggest how things could be improved.
The bar chart below shows the sector contributions to India’s gross domestic product from 1960 to 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Contribution as % of India's GDP
Some people think that a simpler way of life will protect the environment, while others believe that science and technology can solve environmental problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The charts below show the presentage of water used for different purposes in six areas of the world.