The graph below shows the number of books read by men and women in Burnby Public Library from 2011 to 2014
You have recently read a book about a city you know well and found some incorrect information. Write a letter to the author.
In your letter
tell him/her of the incorrect information
give him/her the correct information
explain why they should correct it.
some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has a negative effect on young peoples reading and writing skills. do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the price in Euros of 800 grams of four types of bread in one European country from 2001 to 2006. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
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
More and more people are opting for and consuming ready-made food instead of freshly cooked food. Does this practice has more advantages than disadvantages? Discuss
Some people believe that it is a waste of time ot read read newspapers and watch news on televison. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centers in your country 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 center is different from most other town centers.
•offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article.
Some people believe that newspapers are the best way to read the news. others, however, think that websites are better. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that it is important to use leisure time for activities that improve the mind, such as reading and doing word puzzles. Other people feel that it is important to rest the mind during leisure time. L Discuss two views and give your opinion.
In many countries, very few young people read newspapers or follow the news on TV. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest? #184
Some people think that using mobile phone and computers has a negative effect on young people 's reading and writing skills .to what extended do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays more and more people are using media like TV or online platforms to read news instead of reading newspapers. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In the future nobody will buy printed bookin s or newspaper because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The graph below shows the number of library books read by boys and girls at Starmouth Schooll from 2006 to the present. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparion where relevant.
Some people believe that reading stories from a book is better than watching TV or playing computer games for children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that reading stories from a book is better than watching TV or playing computer games for children. To what extent do you agree or disagree? learn vocabulaary and enhance knowledge improve theri reading skills ]] concentrate better onehile reading undersyanf concepr propprt and easily help im studies improve their imaginaiton and solve their problems proper easily and feel confidents.
Some people say that after finishing their education adults can increase knowledge through continuous reading. Those who disagree say there are other ways to increase knowledge. Discuss both of these methods and give your opinion.
The charts below show the percentages of reader who preferred to read certain types of book at A&Z library in 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You have read a magazine article that mentioned a place you are familiar with. There was a mistake in the article. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine and say:
What the error was
Explain that you are familiar with the place
Why it is important to correct the error
Some thinks newspaper are the best method for reading the news while others think othe media is better. Discuss both sides give your own opinion .
in the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everuthing they want online without paying. to what extend do you agree or disagree with this satement.
In the future, nobody will buy products 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.
Some people believe that parents should limit their children’s hours of watching tv and playing computer games, but encourage to read books. Do you agree or disagree?
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centers in your country 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 center is different from most other town centers
.Offer to give guided tour of your twon to the writer of the articleI have recently
Some people think the news has no connection to people's lives, so then it is a waste of time to read the news in the newspaper and watch television news programs. To what extent do you agree or disagr
You have read an article in a newspaper that contains incorrect information about your town/city. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper to inform them about the mistake. In your letter
- Describe your knowledge of the city.
- Explain what information was incorrect in your opinion.
- Suggest how the editor could fix this error.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. Nowadays more people are choosing to live with friends or alone rather than with their families. This trend is likely to have a negative impact on communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
It is often argued that it is difficult to get children to read. Why do you think this is? What measures could be taken to encourage children to read more? Give reasons for your answer and any include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
The Best way to reduce poverty in developing countries is by giving up to six years of free education, so that they can at least read, write and use numbers. To what extent do you agree or disage?
People learn in different ways. Some people learn by doing; some people learn by reading; others learn by listening to lectures or watching demonstration. Which of these methods of learnig is best for you? Use specific examples to support your choice.
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 extend 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 recently moved to another city but your bank has your old address and continues to send all the communication there.
Write a letter to your bank Branch. In this letter mention:
-Where you have moved?
-What problem are you facing regarding the bank's communication?
-What do you want them to do regarding old communication already sent to the wrong address
Some think that parents reading books for entertainment to their children is a waste of time and they should only read them serious educational books. Do you agree or disagree?
Read the statements below. Do you agree or disagree with it? Why? Identify at least two reasons. Traditional written exams are the most effective way to measure intelligence. maximum 50 words.
Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones in communication has negative effects on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The education of young people is a top priority in all countries of the world. Some people believe that educationg adults who can not read and writebis important to society and needs more funding. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is believed that people who read for pleasure develop their imagination more and acquire better language skills compared to people who preferinter watching television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The addiction tho the internet is a widespread problem. What problems does it cause and what is a suitable solution
Drug abuse has recently been widespread among yhe youth. It has created problems. What are the most serious problems associate with drug abuse and what solutions can you suggest?
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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledgement or experience.
Doing an enjoyable activity with a child can develop better skills and more creativity than reading. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.
Last semester a classmate let you borrow an important textbook. You realize that you
still have the book after your friend has already gone back home overseas. Write a
letter to him/her. In your letter:
• Give an apology
• Find out if/when they need the book back
• Tell them what you will do to fix the problem
Your letter should be between 150-200 words.
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?
More and more people are opting for readymade food instead of freshly home cooked food. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages
A magazine wants to include contribution from its readers for an article called ‘ the book that influenced me most’.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter
1)Describe what this book was about
2) Explain how this book influenced you
3) Say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
More and more information about the lives of celebrtites in newspaper, magazine, and online. What is this happening ? what are the disadvantages for the reading public ? Provide reasons for your answer. Include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
What are some ways of reducing plastic for a greener environment? Support your position with reasons and examples taken from your reading, experience and observations.
Many drinks and ready meals contain a lot of sugar, salt and other non healthy ingredients. Do you think governments should try and control this development? Give reasons for your answer.
More and more people no longer read the newspaper or watch TV programs to get news. They get news about the world through the Internet. Is this a positive or negative development? (Media)