The given charts describe responses of undergraduate and postgraduate students to a questionnaire about a university library.
A friend told you recently that he/she had gone to an excellent restaurant. You wonder if this restaurant will be suitable for your birthday party next week.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
tell your friend about your planned party
ask what the restaurant is called and for directions to get there
ask what kind of food it serves and if your friend has any particular recommendations from the menu
As computers translate quicky and accurately, learning foreign languages is a waste of time? To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Write a letter to the manager of the Lost and Found department of the railway regarding the luggage you
accidentally left on the train. In your letter,
give details of your train trip
describe the luggage you left on the train
say what actions you want him/her to take
You should spend about 40 minutes on this topic. In many countries, paying for the things using mobile phone (cellphone) apps is becoming increasing common. Does this development have more advantages or more disadvantages? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples
Some people believe that because of Modern technology, it is no longer Necessary For people to lean handwriting Skills, but others think that handwriting is Still an important Skill. Discuss both vieas and give your opinion.
he increase in mobile phone use in recent years has transformed the way we live, communicate, and do business. Mobile phones can also be the cause of social or medical problems. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of mobile phones?
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 word
It is thought by some that it is better to live in a city while others believe that life is better in the country side. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
Some people think that international car free- day is an effective way to reduce air pollution. Others think there are more effective ways to do this. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some say that it would be better if the majority of employees work from home instead of travelling to a workplace every day. Do you think the advantages of working from home outweigh the disadvantages?
In the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shops using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this will happen one day? Why do you think some pople might not be happy to give up using cash?
Air transport is increasingly used to export types of fruits and vegetables to countries where they cannot be grown or are out of season. Some people say it is a good thing, but other people think it can’t be justified. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. Improvements in health, education and trade are essential for the development of poorer nations. However, the governments of richer nations should take more responsibility for helping the poorer nations in such areas . To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that the working week should be shorter and that employees should be given longer weekends. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this idea?
The main purpose of public libraries is to provide books and theyshouldn’t waste their limited resources and space on providingexpensive hi-tech media such as computer software, videos andDVDs.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Governments give lot of support to artists , eventhough some people thnk it is waste of money that could have been spent somewhere else. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
There is a disagreement on the impact of increased business and cultures contact between countries on a country’s identity. What is your opinion?
The maps give information about the developments which took place in the island.
You have recently faced a problem in airport an employee of the airport helpd you with this matter write a letter to Mangager and say
WHAT THE PROBLEM was
How that person helped you
Suggest to Manger to praise this employee in some way
Some people believe that it is best to accept an unfavourable situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that animal testing for medicine and cosmetics should be banned. Others think it is necessary to guarantee human safety. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The bar chart below shows shares of expenditures for five major categories in the USA, Canada, the UK and Japan in 2009.
Many offenders commit more crimes after serving their first punishment. why is this happening and what measure can be taken to tackle thi problem.
Some people think that governments should use the money to provide faster means of public transport, while others are concerned that there are many more important priorities than public transport. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Arranging Accommodation
You are being sent on a one month work assignment in San Francisco, California. You need a place to stay while you are there. Write a letter to the Maury Samson Real Estate Agency. In your letter:
explain the situation
describe the kind of accommodation you would like
provide the dates you will need it
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr Samson,
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Some people think happiness/emotional health is a way to have a good life. Others feel that Physicalhealth is a better way of having good live... Discuss both views and give your opinion
The line graph shows the number of international tourists who visited Asia, Europe, and Africa from 2010 to 2014.
The line graph compares percentage of tourists to England who visited attractions over a period of 30years.
You saw an advertisement for a tennis course in England but you have some problems and can’t stay for the whole course.
Write a letter to the course director. In your letter,
explain your interest in the course
describe your problems
find out whether a refund is possible if you leave early
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
An increasing number of people want to buy colthes, shoes, and other items produced by famous international brands.
why is this? Do you think it is positive or a negative development?
Some people say that protecting the environment is the government's responsibility. Others believe that every individual should be responsible for it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Huy Tran
Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks and motorcylces are banned from city center. People are encouraged to use public transports such as buses, taxis and metro on vehicle-free day. To what extent do you think the advantages of this outweighs the disadvantages
Some people consider playing sports are beneficial for school children. Some, however, believe sport activities also have some drawbacks. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of children playing sports.
The tables below give information about the amount of exports (millions of tonnes) moving through Rotterdam port in Holland to various global destinations in 2002 and 2012; and also, the % rates of tax imposed on these exports by the receiving countries.
Some people think that the best way to resolve environmental problems is to increase fuel and vehicles’ prices. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
In many countries, teenagers are courage to do part-time jobs. What is the situation like in your country? What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of doing part-time jobs?
You and a friend recently went on a holiday together. There is a problem with the photos you
have taken during the holiday. Write a letter to your friend to ask for a particular shot. In your
letter:
● tell him/her about the problem with your photos
● say which photo you would like him/her to send you
● explain why you need this photo.
The maps below show the site of a farm in 1950 and the same site today.
Question : some young people are leaving the country side to live in cities and town, leaving only old people in countryside. What problem does this cause? What can be done to solve this problem?
You recently borrowed an item of clothing from a friend. While you had this item, it was damaged. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter you should: apologise for damaging the item of clothing explain how it became damaged say what you will do to fix the problem
Government should spend money on railway rather than roads. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statment
The table below shows the result of survey of first-year students who take courses in a particular university.
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult such as Sahara desert or Antarctica. Do the advantages outweight the disadvantage of going there.
In some cities people are choosing cars instead of bicycles, while in other cities riding bikes is replacing cars. Why is this the case? Which development do you think is better?
The pie charts below show the device people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two different years
Some people think human behaviours can be limited by laws, others think laws have little effect. What is your opinion?
Figures show that in some countries, there is an ever-increasing proportion of population aged 15 or younger. What do you think are the current and future effect on those countries?
Many people believe that social networking sites (such ad Facebook) have had a huge impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree ?
the graph below illustrates internet users as percentage of population in the countries usa, canada and mexico between 1999 to 2009.