You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another countryz.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
- explain why you want to work in the company's head office for six months
- say how your work could be done while you are away
- ask for his/her help in arranging it
You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part-time.
Write a letter to your boss. In your letter:
•Explain why you want to reduce your working hours,
•Say which hours you would like to work,
•Describe how your part-time studies would benefit your employer.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….. ,
You get 20 minutes to complete this task.
Some say that music, art and drama are as important as other school subjects, especially at the primary level. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people say that cooking and eating at home is better for individuals and the family than eating out in restaurants or canteens. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, enormous retired people decide to migrate to different countries. The persons can be benefited by choosing other countries to live after retirement, although it also has drawbacks. This essay will discuss the advantages alongside the disadvantages in the upcoming paragraph.
Some people say that online study is the most effective and convenient way to learn. Others believe that online study will never be as effective as learning at school, in person. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people say that the only way to guarantee to get a good job is to complete a course in university education. Other claims that it is better to start work after school and gain experience in the world of work. How far do you agree or disagree with the above views?
Directors of large companies often receive much bigger salary than ordinary workers. Employers' organizations say that in a global market this is necessary to attract the best management talent. What is your opinion?
Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree
Some people think that the government should ban dangerous sports.Others say that the society should be allowed to freely participate in any activities of their discuss both sides and give opinion
1)Some people believe that older people bring benefits to the companies while others say that youngsters bring more. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 2)In the past, people stored knowledge in books. Nowadays people store knowledge on the internet. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people say that the extensive use of computers in schools will replace the role of teachers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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 your friend. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what is wrong with the furniture
say what action you would like the landlord to take
General Training Writing Task 1
Your loval hospital has advertised for people to do unpaid work for helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time.
Write a letter to the hospital. In your lettr:
- Explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital
- say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do
- give detais of when you would be availble for this work
Write at least 150 words
You are applying for a job and need a letter of reference from someone who knew you when you were at school. Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference. In your letter:
say what job you have applied for
explain why you want this job suggest
what information the teacher should include
Many people say that in order to keep fit we should all join the gym. Some people, however, think that we can exercise at home and in parks. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that climate change has negative impact on business while others believe it will creat new opportunities for business. Discuss both views and give your opinion
You recently moved to a new house and you want to invite an old friend to stay with you. Write a letter to your friend. In you letter, - invite him to stay and suggest a date - briefly describe the new house and garden - say why you like your new house. You should write atleast 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin you letter as follows:
You are planning a holiday abroad and will be visiting a town where an old friend lives. You haven't spoken to this friend in a few years. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: •give a brief update of your life since last in touch •Explain why you will be travelling to his/her town • say what you plan to do when you visit their town
Some people say that school children should be given individual class work, while others think that working in small groups is better for them. Discuss both approaches and include your own opinion.
Experts say if older people spend their time with other people and exercise daily their lives will be happier and healthier. However many elderly are suffering from lack of fitness. Discuss cause and solution.
You have borrowed something from your friend and it has got damaged.
Write a letter to your friend. -
apologize for damaging the product / stuff -
explain what happened -
say how are you going to fix the issue
Some people say industrial growth is necessary to solve poverty, while some believe it should be stopped due to environmental problem it creates. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
such as their hobbies, and interests, and whether they are married or single. Some people say that this information may be relevant or useful. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that now is the best time in history to be living. What is your opinion about this? What other time in history would be interesting to live in? Give reasons for your answer and invlude any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write a letter to the singer.
In your letter:
-say how you feel about his/her performance
-give details of your music related activities
-explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related activities
Some people say that it is possible to tell a lot about a person´s culture and character from their choice of clothes. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say it is important to keep your home and your workplace with everything organised and the correct place. Whd is your opinion about this?
Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
•Describe the complaints that have been made
•Say why the reception area is important
• Suggest how the reception area could be improved
Some people say that E book and modern technology will totally replace traditional newspapers and magazines. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion？
Q- Some people say that teenage years are the happiest mes of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibilies. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently bought a camera while travelling overseas. When you got to your destination you discovered that some important items were missing from the box.
Write a letter to the local representative of the company. In your letter
give details of the camera and where you bought it
explain what has happened
say what you want him/her to do about it
78.Some people say economic growth is the onl way to end world poverty and hunger, while others say economic growth is damaging the environment and must stop. Discuss both views and give your opinion
In addition to your full-time job, you are taking a 15-hour Computer Science course. You now find that you cannot continue with the course.
Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter:
-Describe your schedule and situation
-Explain why you cannot continue the course
-Say what action you would like to take
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time while others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own.Discuss both of these views and give your opinion. Give reasons & relevant examples? Plumbing idea photo graph
Some say that because many people are living much longer, the age at which people retire form work should be raised considerably. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that it is a important to kept your house and workplace tidy. With everything organised and it is placed .what is your opinion about this.
Obesity is an increasing problem in today’s society. Some people say that the government should put our tax on fast foods in order to solve this problem. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this and then give your own opinion.
You have just read an article in a national newspaper claiming that town centres in your country all look very similar. You don’t fully agree with this opinion. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper.
In your letter, say
which point in the article do you agree with?
explain ways your town centre differs from most other town centres
offer to give a guided tour of your town to the article’s writer.
You want to organize a party in your office to celebrate something.
Write a letter to your manager about the party at the office. In your letter,
say what the party is about
mention why it is necessary
explain what you expect from him/her to do
some people say that the only reason for learninng a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. discuss both views and give your own opinion.
1.You recently took a trip with a taxi company. The driver behaved in an unacceptable way and you had a lot of problems. You complained to the company but no one has replied to your complaint. Write a letter to the taxi company. In your letter
osay why you are writing and how you feel
oexplain what happened
otell them what you would like them to do.
You are leaving your current job to start a new position at another company. Write a letter to one of your colleagues.
•Describe your new job and the company.
•Say when you will be leaving your current job.
•Suggest a time for a farewell party.
Your child is going on a trip to another country for a week. The school authority is looking for some parents who can join the trip. You are interested in going with the children. Write a letter to the head of the school. In your letter, say why you want to join the team mention what you can do to assist also ask questions related to the trip
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before . Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments.Other people think that there are beneficial if society has more elderly people. What extent do thre advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people say that instead of seeing the internet as a way of opening up new possibilities worldwide, we should be concerned about the effect this is having on social interaction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
some people say history is one of the most important schools subjects. Other people think, in today's world, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
An overseas friend wants to visit your country on holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
Recommend the best time of year to visit and why
Describe the types of accommodation your friend could choose
Say what you would like to show your friend in your country
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: