Some people think that you can only learn about the culture of different places by travelling there. Other people think that you can learn just as much about these places from reading books and watching travel documentaries about them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some says that news has no connection with most people’s life and it is waste of time for most of us to read newspapers and watch television news programs. Do you agree or disagree?
You read a newspaper article that captured your attention.Write a letter to your friend and recommended sending the article.
When and where
What the article was about
Why he should read it
It’s been seen that reading for pleasure develops imaginations and better language skills than to watch TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Transport delays and long journey are widespread phenomenon in many cities today. What are the causes of this problem, and how could the situation be improved?
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. What extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? min words - 250
The recent back-and-forth debate and policy reversal over the use of face masks to prevent the spread of Covid-19. What is your opinion? are you for or against wearing face mask? Why?
It has been believed that people who read for pleasure have developed imagination and good language skills than those who prefer to watch T.V. Do you agree or disagree?
you have read an article about the company you work for in a business magazine. Some of the information in the article is wrong.
write a letter to your manager. in your letter
- give details of the business magazine.
- Explain what information about your company is wrong.
- Suggest what you think your manager could do.
write at least 150 words
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statemeny?
Some hold the view that ideas and information should be completely open,and there should be no controls on what people can read and watch in the media.Do you agree with this view,or do you think that in some circumstances governments should limit the freedom of the media?
Schoolchildren are becoming far too dependent on computer. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills.agree or disagree.
Discuss the causes and some effects of widespread drug use by young people in modern day society. Many any recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight youth drug.
Ordinary people try to copy famous personalities by seeing them on TV and reading them in the newspaper. What is the reason? Is it a good idea to copy famous personalities?
You have just read an article in an inernational travel magazie which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of magazie. IN your letter
- Correct the information in the article
- Explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
- Suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
You read an article in a newspaper about a city/town. Some of the information in that article is wrong. Write a letter to the newspaper editions.
In your letter, you should:
describe how you know the city/town
tell what the problems are
suggest what you want the editor to do.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
•correct the information in the article
* explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
* suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam
You have recently bought a product from the local market,but it had already been used
Write a letter to the shopkeeper
Say when you bought it
Explain the situation
Ask for refund or replacement
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement*
It is often argued that reading non-fiction books is better than reading fiction. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The increasing use of computers and mobile phones has had a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your mentor recommended you to learn a new language and gave you contact details of a teacher. Following his advice, you need to write a letter to the teacher and say:
• What is your motivation to learn a new language
• How can the teacher help you
• When you will be ready to start
Some people believe that reading stories from e book is better than watching TV or playing computer games for children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just read an article in an international magazine which contains some incorrect information about your town.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter,
• say which points in the article you are in agreement with
• explain ways in which your town centre is different from what is stated in the article
• provide some interesting local facts about your town
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Instructions
Read the question below and write a letter.
You are looking for a part-time job at a golf club.
Write a letter to the manager of the golf club.
In your letter, introduce yourself
explain what experience and special skills you have
tell him/her when you could start
Some people think that children who spend a lot of time reading children's story books are wasting their time which could be better used doing other more useful activites. To what extent do you agree?
These days, many people prefer ready –to-eat food outside of their home rather than home-made food. Do you think this have more advantages than disadvantages.
The graph below show the consumption of 3 spreads from 1981 to 2007
Write a paragraph about how media has changed in your lifetime. What media was important before? What do you use now, and how has it changed your reading habits? Pay attention to your use of commas, colons and semicolons. Type in the input box. Write 150-200 words. Use your own words where possible.
In today's world, the spread of computer use has changed our way of living so that people can buy many things through the Internet. Discuss some advantages and disadvantages of Internet shopping.
Some parents believe that reading books for entertainment is a waste of children’s time. They think that their children should read only serious educational books. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
In countries that have already achieved affluence, any additional wealth would not make people happier. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, with the increasing popularity of digital technology, information spreading worldwide quickly and easily. Similarly, scientific research can be conveniently shared online, which is beneficial to business and academic fields. Others suppose that these discoveries and information are quite valuable and significant, so they should be protected and not freely shared with the public . Today, this essay will discuss both opinions.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
correct the information in the article
explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Some people think reading stories in books is better than watching TV or playing computer games for childre. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Despite better access to education, many adults today still cannot read or write. In what ways are they disadvantaged？What can governments do to help them?
Nowadays TV has become an essential part of life. Medium to spread news and awareness and for some it acts like a companion. What is your opinion about this?
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. Whoever controls the media also controls opinions and attitudes of the people and there is little can be done to rectify this. To what extent do you agree or disagree? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
You have just read an aticle in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your coinith all look very similar to each other. You don't fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter say which points in the article you agree with
• explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
• offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
In recent years, more and more are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Many parents believed that when their children read books for entertainment, they are wasting their time, and that they should read only serious, educational books. What is your opinion about this?
Some people subscribe to the belief that reading helps enhance language skills and creativity, whereas watching television does very little for these abilities. Personally, I support this opinion for several reasons, which will be laid out in this essay.
The widespread of use of the internet has made it possible for employees to work from home while still being connected to their office. Some people believe working from home should be encouraged because it is beneficial for employees and companies. Do you agree or disagree?
Describe a writer you would like to meet. You should say: who the writer is what you know about this writer already what you would like to find out about him/her and explain why you would like to meet this writer.
Spending public money to promote healthy lifestyle that leads to improve the quality of life is better than spending it on treatment of people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain of shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and it is still not ready.
Write a letter to the shop. In your letter
say what has happened and how you feelask them to explain why there has been a delayask them to repair the radio very quickly or to supply you with a new radio
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter:
correct the information in the article
explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Interest in homeschooling is becoming more widespread around the world. In your opinion, should school be compulsory for all children, or should families be allowed the right to choose to educate their children at home?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Although you have never formally studied computing, you have always been interested in computers. You have just read about a computer course that really interests you, but it is only for people who have completed an elementary course.
Write a letter to the college enrolment officer. In your letter
explain why you are writing
describe your circumstances
ask if a special exception can be made for you so you can enrol in the course
An international student magazine has invited its readers to submit a letter arguing for immediate action on a key environmental issue. You decide to write a letter, briefly describing an environmental problem that concerns you, explaining why you are arguing for immediate action and recommending appropriate measures to rectify the situation.