The charts below show the figure for work hours per week in the industrial sector in four European countries in 2002. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main characteristics, and compare with the corresponding ones.
The invention of the Smartphone marks a crucial turning point in innovation, becoming the most necessary item on everyone’s list. Today, it is rare to see a person without one, constantly entering data and searching for information. However, while it is a social milestone, the Smartphone is also responsible for a changing culture. Please share your perspectives on this topic and discuss your views on the subject from both a personal and professional perspective
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have bought a new camera but when you got it home you found it had some problems. You returned the camera and spoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
introduce yourself
explain the situation
say what action you would like the company to take
You should write at least 150 words.
the graph below shows the consumption of fish and some different kinds of meat in a european country beetwen 1979 and 2004
Some people think we can use animals in the medical experiment for the benefits of humans, while others think this is a cruel thing, thus needing to be prohibited. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Air transport is increasingly use to exported fruits and vegetables to countries where they can not be grown or out of seasons . What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
The graph above compares the number of participants in five activities at a social center in Melbourne, Australia, namely film club, martial arts, amateur dramatics, table tennis, and musical performances from 2000 to 2020.
Some people are of the opinion that women should play an equal role in police or military forces like the army. Others believe that this work is unsuitable for women. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
[Dri] Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many companies are strongly against having personal relationships in the workplace and impose strict policies against it. Do you agree or disagree with this practice? Include any relevant explanations and examples from your own experience.
MANY PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD USE SOCIAL MEDIA EVERYDAY TO KEEP IN TOUCH WITH PEOPLE AND GET NEWS. DO YOU THINK THE ADVANTAGES OUTWEIGH THE DISADVANTAGES?
The money spent by governments on space programs would be better spent on vital public services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
these days, more and more people are going to other countries for significant period of time, either to find a job or study. there are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. do advantages outweight its disadvantages?
In recent years there has been an increase in bad behaviour , poor discipline and anti-social behaviour in schools.Tough measures and stricter punishments by schools ,parents and others are necessary to stop this trand. What are the advantages and disadvantages of stricter discipline for young people?.Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that the best essy to increase road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving cars or ridind motorbikes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays some professionals such as doctor, lawyers and engineers are paid much higher than ordinary workers. What do you think of this trend? Are there any jobs which you think hould offer higher salaries?
The bar chart below shows current health expenditure totals as percentage of GDP for various European countires for the years 2002, 2007 and 2012.
The bar chart below gives the results of a survey in a major company showing the attitudes of two groups of workers to various factors affecting work performance.
The table below gives information about the value (NZ$) of exports of kiwi fruit from New Zealand to five countries between 2010 and 2012.
In the past, most people lived in small villages where everyone knew everyone else. Nowadays, most people live in large cities where they only know a few people in their area. What do you think were the advantages and disadvantages of living in a small community? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience. Make a list of advantages and disadvantages. Which is better: living in a large city or a small community?
You are experiencing financial problems and want to ask your landlord if you can pay your rent late. Write a letter to your landlord.
In your letter explain:
•Why you cannot pay the rent
•When you will pay the rent.
•How you will ensure you can pay your rent in the future
Some people think that the inteernet has brought people closer togethert while others that people and communities are bbecome more isolated. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The charts below give information about the diet and general health of two groups of students. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
“Many people find it hard to balance their work with other parts of their lives. What are the reasons for this? How can this problem be overcome?”
The chart below gives information about Southand's main exports in 2000, 2020, and future projections for 2025. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
An increasing number of larger shopping areas, malls and department stores are leading to the decline of smaller corner shops.What are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping in larger shopping center rather than smaller, more traditional shops? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
You recently purchased an item from a local store, but you are not satisfies with your purchase. Write a letter to the manager of the store. In your letter
•Describe the item you bought and why you need it
•explain why you are not happy with it
•say what you would like the manager to do
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Your local newspaper is offering an award for people who have helped the community. Write a letter to the newspaper editor. In your letter
suggest someone you think should receive the award
describe what the person does to help the community
suggest an award that would be appropriate for this person
The table below shows the proportion of different categories of families living in poverty in Australia in 1999. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. Make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below shows the life cycle of a salmon, from eggs to adult fish.
The diagram below shows how one type of coal is used to produce electricity. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Some people believe that governments should spend more money on public transportation, while others think building more roads is a better solution. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English-speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to the landord. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like to the landlord to take
In today’s very competitive world, a worker has to possess multiple skills to succeed. Among the skills that a worker should possess, which skill do you think is more important, social skills or good qualifications? Explain the reasons and provide specific examples to support your answer.
Nowadays a few people take their family with them abroad whenever they go on a business trip. Is it a positive or negative development in your opinion? To what extent do you support this development?
You have recently attended a professional course.
Write a letter to your manager to thank him/her for the opportunity.
In your letter, you should tell:
– What was it about?
– Explain why it was helpful to you.
– Suggest other co-workers who should attend the course.
“School Children should choose the subjects they study from a young age and stop doing subjects they find uninteresting.” How much do you agree with this opinion and why? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.
You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in australia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year.
Write a letter to the couple, In your letter
-explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
-Say what else you could do for the family
-give your reasons for wanting the job
Some people believe that history has no value in the contemporary world. But some believe that we still need history to learn from the past. Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some say that because many people are living much longer, the age at which people retire from work should be raised considerably. To what extent, do uou agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the number of different types of vehicles registered in European use from 1996 to 2006.
Some businesses observe that people who just finished college have a hard time interacting with colleagues in working as a team. What do you think is the reason behind this? What are your suggestions to address this problem?
The graph below shows the number of international graduates from UK universities in 2000 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. KAsiyet
ome people think that developing countries need financial help from international organizations. Others think that it is practical aid and advice that is needed. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries, children in remote villages and communities have no access to education. Some people believe that the best solution will be to provide teachers and schools. Others think that providing computers and the Internet in these areas will be a better solution. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Discipline is an ever increasing problem in moden schools. Some people think that discipline should be the responsibility of teachers, while others thỉnk that this is the role of parents. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people think educated people more valuable than people who learned skills through experience. Do you think educated people are most valuable for society? What kind of skill can people learn through experience that can benefit society?
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that artificial intelligence (AI) has the power to improve our lives. However, others are worried that it could have a negative impact. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
For many young people today, shopping is their favorite free time activity. Why doyou think this has happened? Should young people be encouraged to do differentactivities in their free time? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevantexamples from your own experience or knowledge.