PEOPLE FROM CITIES GO TO UNIVERSITY MORE OFTEN THAN THOSE WHO LIVE IN THE COUNTRY. SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT THE GOVERNMENT SHOULD MAKE IT EASIER TO ENTER UNIVERSITIES FOR PEOPLE WHO LIVE OUTSIDE CITIES AND TOWNS BY SETTING LOWER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND TUITION FEES. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YO AGREE OR DISAGREE WITH THIS STATEMENT
The graph shows the amount earned by graduates of different age group Iin2002. It includes those with a degree, whose with a higher degree (postgraduate) and those with other qualifications.
The diagram gives information about how the process of producing soft cheese is carried out which involves the use of various equipment.
write a letter to accomodation agency to find a suitable room for your stay. tell the reason why you are moving tell the room requirements and length of your stay
the graph below shows the quantities of goods tansported in the UK between 1974 and 2002 by four modes of transport. summarize the information
Some people say that having a lot of TV channels is good, while others argue that it reduces the quality of programs. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that homework should not be given to school children. Others, however, say that homework is an important requirement for children to be able to develop appropriately. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Some people say that having a lot of Television channels is good, while others argue that it reduces the quality of programs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the managef 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, members,
costs
What do you think are the main causes of inequality between rich and poor nations in the world? What can be done to reduce this gap? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many developing nations, the rush to become industrialized has created major problems with air and water quality. What are the problems that this has brought about and offer some solutions to these problems?
Health services are a basic necessity. However private companies have made them quite costly foe ordinary individuals. Do the advantages of private health care outweighs it's disadvantages
You are going to visit New Zealand for an English and homestay program. You have just received details of your homestay host family. Write your first letter to the family:
Introduce yourself
Ask the family some questions to get info that is imp to you
Tell the family about your arrival date and time.
A festival takes place in your town every year , The festival manager has asked for people to help with this year’s festival . You would like to help :
Write a letter to the festival manager , in your letter
* Give your opinion of last year’s festival
* Say what you could do to help with this year’s festival
* Ask some questions about the festival
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
Developing countries require help offered by international organizations to ensure development. Some people think that financial aid is important. Others believe that sending talents and giving advice to help them are more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Context: Volunteer work is when people offer their time and effort to help others without being paid. Students often volunteer to gain valuable experience and give back to the community. Prompt: High school and university students should be required to complete a certain number of volunteer hours before graduating. Do you agree or disagree? Write a persuasive essay, choosing one side, agreeing or disagreeing, in around 400 words.
Question: The chart below shows the total number of minutes (in billions) of telephone calls in the UK, divided into three categories, from 1995-2002. Summarise the information by selecting a reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Image: ielts-writing-bar-chart-uk-telephone-calls
Nowdays, workplaces tend to employ equal numbers of men and women works. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
In many developing countries, there is a problem with declining quality of air and water from both industry and construction, causing high levels of water and air pollution. What measures could be taken to prevent this?
Today TV channels provide more men's sports shows than women's sports shows. What is the reason for this? Do you think channels should give equal time for women's and men's sport?
Too much emphasis is put on earning money rather than looking for a good quality of life. To what extent do you agree with this idea ?
The table below shows the questionnaire about opinions of club members and general public for the new theatre in one town in 2012.
The first table chart below show changes in the total population of New York City from 1800 to 2000. The second and third table show changes in the population of the five districts of the city (Manhatten, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) over the same period.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In developing countries, rural children have less access to education.some people say that this problem is solved bquestoiy providing teachers and schools. Other think that computer and internet should be provided. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many goverments think that economic progress is their most important goal,however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Housing shortage in big cities can cause severe social consequences. Some people think only government action can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think hospitals should spend money on buying the latest equipment. Others think it is better to spend money on employing more doctors and nurses. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Today, the qualities of life of people in big cities are worse. What are the causes of this problem? Any measures should be taken to solve it?
The diagrams below show the stages and equipment used in the cement-making process, and how cement is used to produce concrete for building purposes. Summarise it.
As computers translate quickly and accurately, some people think that learning foreign languages is a waste of time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
One of the consequence of improved medical care is that people are living longer and lige expectencyis increasing. Do you think the advantaged of this development outweigh disadvantages?
The shortage of housing in big cities can cause severe consequences. Only goverment action can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your next door neighbour owns a small dog that barks throughout the day and the night. Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter:
oYour reason for writing
oWhat you would like to happen
oA nice, respectful style.
Some students prefer classes with frequent discussions between the professor and the students with almost no lectures. Other students prefer classes with many lectures and almost no discussions. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positve trend, while others argue that this is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Your child is going on a three-day school trip to another country. The head teacher wants to find parents to go with the group and you would like to go.
Write a letter to the head teacher. In your letter:
•Say why you would like to go on the trip
•Suggest what you could do to help during the trip
•Ask questions about the trip
More and more qualified people are moving from poor to rich countries to fill vacancies in specialist areas like engineering, computing and medicine. Some people believe that by encouraging the movement of such people, rich countries are stealing from poor countries. Others feel that this is only part of the natural movement of workers around the world. Do you agree or disagree? You should write at least 254 words.
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for yourjob.
Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter
• describe the problem with the equipment
• explain how this problem is affecting your work
• say what you want the shop or company to do
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people , however, think that other types of progress are equally imporant for a country. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Some people think that buildings such as flats and houses should be designed to last a long time. Others believe that it is more important to provide accommodation quickly and cheaply. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowladge or experiance
People will buy a product if it has quality or fulfil their needs. There is no need for advertisement. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
To be labelled a 'work of Art', a painting, sculpture, or other art form should display certain qualities that are unique. However, over the past century there has been a decline in the quality of Prize-winning artwork and it is now possible for quite ordinary pieces of art to be labelled 'masterpieces' whilst true works of art pass unnoticed. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
Some organization believe that their employees dess smartly. Others value quality of works above appearance Discuss boh these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that physical exercise should be a required part of every school day. Others believe that students should spend their whole day on academic studies. Discuss both the views and state your opinion?
You have seen an advertisement for an evening course to study a foreign language. Write a letter to the institution offering the course.
In your letter,
– ask for details of the course
– ask if the course teachers are qualified native speakers
– request that the institution sends you their brochure
You should write at least 150 words.
Some people think that arts (such as painting and music) do not directly improve the quality of people’s life, so the government should spend money on other areas. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people prefer hobbies that require technology while some prefer hobbies that do not require technology. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You wish to apply for a new college course, but you are unsure about the details of cost, duration
and subjects posted on the college website. Write an email to the relevant person in admissions at
the college, asking them to clarify these points for you. In this email,
•Say what your interest is
•Explain why the website is unclear
•Request the information that you need
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Many people today are worried about the large quantities of waste produced by ordinary households. What problems are caused by household waste, and what solutions may be possible in both the short and the long term?