The free movement of goods across national borders has long been a controversial issue. Some people argue that it is necessary for economic growth, while others claim that it damages local industries. Discuss both points and give your opinion.
The food travels thousands of miles from farm to consumer. Some people think it would be better to our environment and economy if people only ate locally produced food. To what extent does the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
Exreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Art classes, such as painting and drawing are as important to a child's development as other subjects so it should bes compulsory in high schools. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
(Bar chart) The graphs below show the total percentage of films released and the total percentage of ticket sales in 1996 and 2006 in a country. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Today due to advanced medicine, people are living longer. Because of this, older people are projected to outnumber younger people. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
You work for an international company. You have seen a advertisement for a training course which will be useful for your job.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
•Describe the training course you want to do
•Explain what the company could do to help you
• Say how the course will be useful to your job
The chart below shows the percentage of unemployed people aged between 15 and 24 in five European countries in 2005
Some people think that planting trees in open spaces in cities and towns is more important than building houses. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph shows the proportions of three nutrients in thre different diets. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You have seen a course advertised online that you think would help you perform better at work. The course will take place during the week, so you will need to take time off work.
Write a letter to your manager. In the letter
say what the course is
explain why you want to do the course and how it will be beneficial to the company
suggest how your work can be covered while you attend the course.
The government should give each citizen a basic income so that they have enough money to live on, even if they are unemployed. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that engaging in an active pastime does more to develop childrens' life skills than time spent reading. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
If all workers in a company were paid exact same wage regardless of job role there would be much more harmony and cooperation between staff. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar chart shows the number of foreign students in Canada between 2000 and 2030
The diagram below shows how instant noodels are manufactured. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that developed conutries have a higher responsibility to combat climate changes than developing countries. other believe that all the countries should have the same responsibility towards protecting the environment. Discuss both these view and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevent example from your own knowledge or experiance.
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birth party for him/her.
Write a letter to Chris´s parents. In your letter
- say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
- explain why you won´t be able to attend the pary
- give details fo a plan to see Chris at a different time
In many countries people of all ages do sports and exercises a lot. Does this trend have more advantages or disadvanatges? Give reason for your answer and include examples from your own experience and knowledge.
Today, many people don’t know their neighbours in large cities. What problems does this cause? What can be done about this?
Nowadays, most large companies operate multinationally. To what extent those companies should have responsibility towards local communities in which they operate?
The charts below show the results of a survey conducted by a university library to find out the opinions of full-time and part-time students about its services in 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The main aim of scheme should be to improve the people's lives . To which extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
thefts per thousand vehicles in four countries between 1990 and 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph and table below give information about water use worldwide and water consumption in two different countries.
Sopeople me think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many people spend a lot of money on clothes, haircut and beauty products to enhance their appearance. Discuss advantages and disadvantages.
Some people 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 these views and give your own opinion. (cam 14 test 1)
As a result of electronic invention such as the computer and television, people do less physical activity, and this is having a negative effect on their health. To what extent so you agree or disagree?
the graph below shows the number of shops that closed and the number oof new shops that opened in one country between 2011 and 2018.
Some say that it would be better if the majority of employees worked from home instead of travelling to a workplace every day. Do you think the advantages of working from home outweigh the disadvatages?
The illustrations show how chocolate is produced. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Cities are now expanding; should the government make a better network for public transport or should they build more roads to facilitate car ownership? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Although you have never studied computing, you have always been interested ill computers - you buy magazines about them, and youlJave taug/lt yourself many skills 011 your computer at home. You have jllst read about a computer course tlwt really interests you, but it is only for people who have shtdied computing at college or uuiversity.
Write a letter to tlte Enrolment Officer asking if you can enrol, explaining your circumstances and asking if he/she will make a special exception for you.
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin you r letter as follows:
Dear SirIMadam ,
Smoking not only harms the smoker, but also those who are nearby. Therefore, smoking should be banned in public places. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
The table shows the proportion of pupils attending for Secondary school types between 2000 and 2009
Many people think that sports stars are paid too much money, while others believe they deserve their high salaries. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
0000Nowadays, mobile pho00nes and the internet have become inc00reasingly important in people’s social life. What are the advantages and d0isadvantages of this?
Fossil fuel is the man source of energy. In some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy is encouraged. Is this a positive or negative development?
Write a letter to local authorities by requesting additional sports facilities for your a g e group in your area. Mention about the current sport facilities available What kind of additional sports facilities should be introduced How the new sports facilities would be a help for the people in your age group
In today’s competitive world, many families find it necessary for both parents to go out of work. While some say the children in these families benefit from the additional income, others feel they lack support because of their parent’s absence.
The line graph below shows the number of cell phone subscribers in a particular city, by gender.
Differences between countries are becoming less evident. Nowadays people are watching the same films, fashion, brands, advertisements and TV channels. To what extent do the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages?
The diagram below shows the changes, which took place in a coastal area called Pentland from 1950 to 2007. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the diagrams below.
In your own opinion, what do you think are the factors that contribute to longevity (living a long time)? List some examples and reasons to support your answer.
Some people think that charity organisation should only offer help to people of their own country,but others believe that this organisation should give aid to the people in great need whatever they live.Dicuss both views and give your opinion
Should young people develop their own talents to contribute to their own social status or the development and stability of society? Discuss both views and give your opinion.
a friend as written to you asking for advice about the problem at work . You have had a similar problem in the past write a reply to your friend in your letter
You untderstand the problem
Explain what happened with you in the past
Suggest possible solutions about the problem
Some people say that in our current moden age, it is unnecessary to teach hand writing skills to children what extent do you agree or disagree?
An increasing number of people are now using the Internet to meet new people and socialize. Some people think this has brought people closer together, while others think people are becoming more isolated. Discuss both views and give your opinion. (Duc)