While some people consider global warming to be the most pressing environmental problem which we have at the moment, others belive that deforestation has a more devastating impact on our world. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people think that in this today's world, getting old is entirely bad. However, other people believe that the lives of older people are much better now than they were in the past. Discuss both points of view and express your own opinion?
Write a letter to the company to complain about the poor service you received from its employee.
In your letter, express:
why you went to the shop/office
how the employees behaved to offend you
what you expect the company to do
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
the tables below give information about sales of fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countriesThe image presents two tables showing 'Sales of Fairtrade-labelled coffee and bananas (1998 & 2004)'. Table for coffee: UK (1998 - 1.3, 2004 - 8), Switzerland (1998 - 3, 2004 - 6), Denmark (1998 - 1.8, 2004 - 2), Belgium (1998 - 1.5, 2004 - 7), Sweden (1998 - 1.0, 2004 - 3). Table for bananas: UK (1998 - 1.9, 2004 - 45), Switzerland (1998 - 5.8, 2004 - 6), Denmark (1998 - 1.7, 2004 - 4), Belgium (1998 - 1.0, 2004 - 5.5), Sweden (1998 - 0.6, 2004 - 6), expressed in millions of euros.
Some people think that product should be made to last as long as possible, while others think making the product cheap is more important. Discuss both views and express your opinion.
creative artist should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas (in words, pictures, music or film) in whichever way they wish. there should be no government restrictions on what they do. to what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some companies allow workers to dress casually, while others insist on a formal dress code. Discuss both views and express your opinion.
In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of advertisements which try to persuade children to buy snacks, toys, and other goods. Some people claim this is unfair as parents feel under pressure to buy these kinds of things for their children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You were recently impressed by a staff member at a supermarket.
Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter:
•Describe the situation
•Explain how you were helped
•State what you are going to do as a result of this good experience
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
To Whom This May Concern,
Young people are often influenced in their behaviors and attitudes by others in the same age group. This is called “peer pressure”.Do the disadvantages of peer pressure outweigh the advantages
You went to another city for a training course and stayed at a friend's house for a week. They have been great hosts.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
thank them for having you at their house for a week
express your gratitude for their hospitality
say how much you miss them
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................,
Tests and examinations restricts teachers creativity and innovation, and they also exert unnecessary pressure on young learners. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Provide reasons for your answer. Include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Young people are often influenced by their peers. This is called peer group pressure. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
There is a lot of pressure and stress in many people's lives. What are the causes of this problem? What could be done to reduce it?
A recent newspaper article discussed the threat of technology taking over our homes and lives. You think that the views expressed in the article were one-sided and have decided to write a letter to the editor. You want to highlight the benefits of technology in our daily lives
Although the prices of fuels have greatly increased over the last decade or two, it is argued that further increases in fuel prices are the only way to reduce world consumption of fuel and lessen pressure on the world’s fuel resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree whit this statement.
with the pressures on today's young people to Succeed academically. Some people believe that non-academic subjects at school eg. physical education and cookery should be removed from the syllabus so that chicken can concentrate wholly on acadesoic subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have received a job advertisement and decide to apply for the job. Write a letter to the recruiter. In your letter Express your interest in the job Explain why you are suitable for this position Ask some questions about the job
Every year your company organize a sports event for a local community but this year they can't do it. Write a letter to your local newspaper about this:
-Express your feelings about missing the sports event
-tell them your plan for the next year
-explain how this sports event is useful
should countries invest in building transport systems? discuss both views and express an opinion
children aree facing more pressures nowadays from academic, social and commercial perspectives. What are the causes of these pressures and waht measures should be taken to reduce these pressures?
Some people argue that when children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough, the children will be sucessful in life. Some think that it will lead to negative pressure on children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently travelled by train on a long journey and you experienced various problems. Write a letter to the train company's head office.
In your letter,
- Give the details of your journey, including the date, time and where you sat
- explain the problems that happened and express your dissatisfaction
- ask about what action will be taken to improve the service
In some societies, stress is now regarded as a major problem, and it is thought that people suffer from more stress than they did in the past. However, others feel that the amount of stress people have today is exaggerated. They say that previous generations were under more pressure, but the idea of suffering from stress did not exist. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The table below presents the perceptions of CEOs and their partners/spouses as to the main causes of stress in the CEO lifestyle. Items are expressed as percentages and more than one response was permitted. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
“Your first impressions when you meet someone are always right.”
Do you agree with this statement?
Write your essay giving your opinion using examples from your own experience.
After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter to express your gratitude.
Some parents believe children's leisure activities should be always educational, but others think it will cause more pressure on children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Modern professional women confront a difficulty that men don’t generally face: the struggle to balance the pressures of work and home. In your opinion, how can this difficulty best be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledges and experiences.
Due to so many young people dropping out from school, the rate of unemployment is increasing, and it affects our society in different ways. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures should be taken to reduce this?
There is an increasing amount of advertising directed at children, encouraging them to buy toys and snacks. Many parents are worried that these advertisements put too much pressure on children, while some advertisements claim that they provide useful information to children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe that women make better parents than men and that is why they have the greater role in raising children in most societies. Others claim that men are just as good as women at parenting. Write an essay expressing your point of view. Give reasons for your answers and provide relevant example and experience you might have.
Some individuals argue that educating children at home is the most effective method, whereas others believe that traditional schools provide greater benefits. Discuss both perspectives and express your own opinion.
Young people are often influenced in their behaviours and situation by others in the same age. This called ‘Peer Pressure’. Do the disadvantages outweigh the advantages?
Some students work while studying. This often results in lacking time for education and constantly feeling under pressure. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
In the last few decades there having more and more cases of famous people being hounded by the press. Some people think that famous people in the media has no right to privacy for step to what extent do you agree?
Some peole believe that it is best to accept a bad situation. Such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both points and express your opinion.
Too much emphasis is placed on testing these days. The need to prepare for tests and examinations is a restriction on teachers and also exerts unnecessary pressure on young learners. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
*Children are facing more pressures nowadays from academic, social,and commercial, perspectives. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures should be taken to reduce these pressures?*
Some people think that large, impressive buildings are important for a city. Others believe that the money should be spent on improving schools and hospitals. Discuss both these views and giver your own opinion.
Many people today find they have insuficient time to spend with their families, because of pressures of work. What problems does this create for individuals and their families? What solutions can you propose?
You saw an advertisement in the paper for a property management position at an apartment complex. Write a letter to express your interest. Include
•Why you are writing
•Your suitability for the role
•How you would approach the position
Write an essay for your tutor discussing two of the factors in your notes. You should explain which factor has contributed more to the increase in international travel, providing reasons to support your opinion. You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the discussion, but you should use your own words as far as possible.
Write a letter to a travel agent expressing your dissatisfaction with their facilities due to a
problem you had on a holiday.
Children are facing more pressures from academic, social and commercial sources. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures should be taken to reduce it?
Parents should not pressure their children to choose a particular profession. Young peple should have freedom to choose the career path they like. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You are going on a month training program 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
Begin your letter as follows:
oo much emphasis is placed on testing these days. The need to prepare for tests and examinations is a restriction on teachers and also exerts unnecessary pressure on young learners. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
Art is considered an important part of our society as well as an expression of its culture. Do you think it is important for children to be taught art? Do you think children should be encourged to focus on art rather than other subject.
Modern proffesional women confront a diffilculty that men dont generally face : the struggle to balance the pressures of work and home. In your opinion, how can this diffilculty Best be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledge and experiance.