The maps below show the town of Langley in 1910 and 1950. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that the best way to reduce the fourth dimension spent in travelling to work is to replace parks and gardens close to the city center with buildings apartments for commuters, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own public opinion
You are Dimitar Borisov/Elena Borisova. You do not feel your school is doing enough to give the students access to and knowledge of computers. Write a formal letter to your head teacher, Mr Page, suggesting ways to improve access to IT resources in your school. In your letter:
• suggest the formation of a lunchtime and/or after-school computer club;
• propose ways to improve the facilities available (e.g. replacing old and outdated equipment, etc.);
• outline the potential benefits of these changes.
Start and finish the letter in an appropriate way.
The internet has greatly increased our access to information. To what extent do you think this is a good thing? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or orgainsation. why might this be the case? what could be the disadvantages of self-employed?
The diagram on the right illustrates a system designed by the Ancient Romans to heat the bathroom in a villa. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Educaiton should be accessible to people of all economic backgrounds. All levels of educaiton, from primary school to tertiary education, should be free. To what extent do you agree with this opinion?
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement. Write a letter to accommodation officer regarding this.
- Describe the situation
- Explain the problem and why it is difficult to work.
- Say what kind of accommodation you prefer.
The charts below show the comparison of time spent, in minutes per day, by UK males and females on household and leisure activities in 2008.
The breakthroughs in medical science are by far the most significant advances in world society over the last two centuries. Discuss this statement and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
The table shows the percentage of people living in different types of dwellings in three parts of Australia in 2001 and 2006. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people believe that healthy eating and the importance of healthy food should be taught in schools. Others say that parents should teach their children about healthy food and diet. Discuss both views and give your opinion with relevant examples.
The key to solving the environmental problem is simple: the present generation is willing to accept a less comfortable life for the sake of the future generation. 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.
You have been doing some voluntary work to help your local community. However, now you are unable to continue doing this work.
Write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you have been working. In your letter:
- describe the work yoy have been doing
- explain why you can no longer do this work
- recommend another person who is interested in the work
Nowadsys many people chose to be self-employed, rather than to wrk fo a company or organisation. Which might be this the case? what could be the disadvantages of bing self-employed?
Thanks to development of science and technology, the lifestyle have become more and more similar across the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Government needs for spend money to encourage the development of sports and art for school students, rather than to support professional sports and art events. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say history is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's world, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both theseof views anda give your own opinion
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work. In you letter
explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
Describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
Give detials of when you would be available for work
The graph shows the proportion of energy that was produced from coal in four European countries from 1995 to 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Several languages are in daner of extinction because they are spoken by very small number of people.Some people say that government should spend public money on saving these languages, while others believe that would be a waste of money.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Mrs Barreet, an English-Speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help in her home for a few hours a day up to next summer Write a letter to Mrs Barreet. In your letter 1. Suggest how you could help her in her home 2. Say why you would like to do this work 3. Explain when you will and will not be available
Influence of human beings on the world’s ecosystem is leading to the extinction of species and loss of biodiversity. What are the primary causes of bio-diversity? What solutions can you suggest?
The range of technology available to people is increasing the gap between the rich and the poor. Others think it has an opposite effect. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. You should The graph beow shows radio and television audiences throughout the day in 2005.
Some people feel that entertainers (e.g. film stars, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting renting one is very important for people. Why might ths be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
You recently finished studying at a university in another country where you shared a house with a fellow student. Something urgent came up while your housemate was away on a short trip and you had to leave without saying goodbye.
Write to your housemate. In your letter
Apologize for leaving without saying goodbye.
Explain why you had to leave.
Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebrating New Year in different countries.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•say how important New Year is to people in your country
•describe how New Year is celebrated in your country
•explain what you like about New Year celebrations in your country
In many societies in the world, the population is ageing rapidly and this is leading to an unsustainable increase in the cost of public healthcare. A nation’s population should pay for their healthcare provision in the future. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
The bar chart below shows the top tem countries for the production and consumption of rice in 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevan
MANY YOUNG PEOPLE SPEND MUCH OF THEIR FREE TIME IN SHOPPING MALLS.THIS HAS A NEGATIVE EFFECT ON THEM AND SOCIETY. TO WHAT EXTEND DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE
Mumbai is the most lively city and becoming expensive to live in but still people want to live in this city. What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in Mumbai? What can be done to reduce the population in the city.
Nowadays, some buildings such as offices and school have open space design instead of seperate rooms. Why is it so? Do you think it is a positive development or negative?
In many countries, students take a year off finishing school should students take a gap year before attending university? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
-Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? With the help of technology, students nowadays can learn more information and learn it more quickly. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Employees should be allowed to enjoy longer holidays to remain motivated and attached to their employer. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
The pie charts below show the online shopping sales for retail sectors in New Zealand in 2003 and 2013. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Some people believe government should spend money on building trim and subway lines to reduce traffic congestion. Other think that building more and wider roads is the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Ordinary people try to copy famous personalities by seeing them on T.V and reading them on newspaper. What is the reason? Is it a good or bad idea.
As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, some Governments are encouraging businesses to move the rural area. Do you think the advantages outweigh to disadvantages?
The company you work has decided to close the cafeteria, as the staff is not using it much. You are not happy with the decision. Write a letter to the director
Give reason of low usage
How will it affect the staff
Suggest ways to improve it
The line grapy shows the percentage of different age groups of cinema visitors in a particular country.
Modern technology, such as personal computers and the Internet, have made it possible for many people to do their work from home at least part of the time instead of going to an office everyday. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of this solution?
You have recently moved to a new neighborhood. You want to recommend a local restaurant to a friend who will be visiting you soon.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Describe the restaurant and its location.
Explain why you recommend the restaurant.
Suggest a time when you could go there together.
The diagrams below show the life cycle of a species of large fish called the salmon. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. upper
Art is considered an important part of a society as wen as an expression of its culture. Do you think it is important for children to be taught art? Do you think children should be encouraged to focus on art rather than other subjects?
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can case serious social problems, as well as practical problems. to what extent do you agree or disagree with thia statement?
In many countries children are engaged in some kind of paid word. Some people regard this completely wrong, while others consider it to be valuable work experience, which is important for learning and talking responsibility . What is your opinion?