Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows changes in the share of vehicle registrations of the three most common types of commercial vehicles in the US between 1970 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The development in technology allow more and more machines to be used rather than human employees. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
In recent years, tax collection has become a focal point of public attention, sparking extensive discussion, debate, and divergent opinions. Do you think it has more advantages or disadvantages?
In many countries, men and women are working full time. It is therefore logical for women and men to share household tasks. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
You have seen an advertisement for a weekend 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
Many people today use their phones for sending texts more than talking. What are the reasons for this? Are there more advantages than disadvantages?
You want to sell your Laptop. You think a friend of yours might like to buy it from you. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
• Explain why you are selling the Laptop
• Describe the Laptop.
Suggest a date when your friend can come and see it.
Mental health concerns are a growing issue for many people around the world. What ate some reasons for poor people mental health, and what can goverenments to do support citizens' mental.
the map a below shows the ground floor of a particular art gallery in 2005. plan b shows the same area in the present day. summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have been staying in a foreign country for the last two years, and your visa is about to expire next June. However, you are planning to take a three-months professional course. You will need a visa extension.
Write a letter to the consular in the embassy and ask for an extension on your visa.
Work is being done on the street where you live. The noise is disturbing you.
Write a letter of complaint to your local council. In your letter,
A) Introduce yourself
B) Explain what the problem is
C) Suggest solutions
Topic: Some people believe that the government should invest more money in public transport, while others think that building more roads is the solution. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
This map illustrates the industrial are and the planned future development of the town of Norbiton.
With more and more people communicating via computers and mobile telephones. There is a real danger that we are losing ability to communicate with others face-to-face. To what extent you agree or disagree?
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreighn language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
People are not paying attention to the environmental problem. What is the cause and suggestions to deal with this issue?
The two pie charts illustrate the most frequent passenger complaints of two international airlines as well as their passengers' overall satisfaction. The airlines are One World Air and Blue Sky Airways.
Some think that some individuals are naturally good leaders while others think individuals can learn leadership skills. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently took a long-distance bus trip and were dissatisfied with the service. Write a letter of complaint to the bus company. In your letter:
Describe the specific problems you encountered
Explain how these problems affected your experience
Say what you would like the company to do to make up for the issues
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
You recently moved to a new apartment and are facing some problems. Write a letter to the landlord.
Explain the problems
Say what you want the landlord to do
State when you would like the issues to be fixed
It is becoming increasingly popular to have a yeat off between finishing school and going to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
Some parents guide their children's education towards specific careers, such as in engineering, medicine, or law. What are the advantages and disadvantages for the child who has this kind of parental guidance?
more and more plastic waste has polluted cities, the countryside and oceans. What problems does it cause and what measures can be taken?
Many movies and video games contain scenes of violence. Some people believe that they should be banned, while others think they are harmless or even help people to relax. Discuss both views 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?
Some people think that job satisfaction is more important than a stable income.Others believe that having a permanent job is better than doing something you love. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some experts in road safety say that all cyclists should pass a test before riding a bicycle on the public road. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course.The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevan
Some people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination, while others think that there are more important factors such as money and appearance. Dicuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowdays , more and more people decide to have children at a later age . what do you think that are the major reason for this ? Do the advantages of this trend outweigh disadvantages ?
Nowadays, the traditions and customs relating to the food we eat and the way we eat are changing. Why is this happening? Do you think this kind of change is positive or negative?
The international tech company has placed an advertisement for the web developer in your local newspaper.
Write a letter applying for the position. In your letter,
1. explain what you are currently doing.
2. describe why you are suitable for this job.
3. explain when you are available to start.
You should write at least 150 words.
Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to five all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Very few people who commit crime want to. They do it because they feel they have no choice. This is the reality of the situation, and it means that police and prisons are not relevant to reducing crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people work long hours, leavig very littletime foe leisure activities. Does thbis stiuation have more advantages or more disadvantgaes ?
The young today spend a large amount of their leisure time in shopping centres. It is feared that this could have a negative influence on the young and society. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this view?
The table bellow gives information about changes in modes of travel in England beween 1985 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
With the rise in e-books comes the decline in paper books. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Summarise the information about the process of making carbonated drinks by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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
-give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
-explan why the sports leisure centre is important for the local community
-describe the possible effects on local people if the center closes
Schools should take more responsibility for the health of today’s children. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people say the government should give healthcare the first priority, some others believe there are more important priorities to spend taxer’s money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Robots and artificial intelligence are being developed ro replace humans in the workplace. Why this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society?
The chart below shows how frequently people in the us are in fast food restaurants between year 2003 and 2013.
In many professional sports, there is a increase in the number of athletes used banned substances to improve their proformance. what are the causes of the phenomenon and what are some of the possible solutions?
Some people get into debt by buying things they don’t need and can’t afford. What are the reasons for this behaviour? What’s action can be taken to prevent people from having this problem?
Some people believe that charitable organisations should help people no matter where they live. Others argue that charities should help only those living in the country where the charity is based. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many believe that reading books is a waste of time and children would be better served doing something more useful. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the total number of applicants the year before and the year after Doolittle University’s social media advertising campaign, organized by age range and how close the applicants live to the university. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.