Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home because of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.
The line graph below shows the number of overseas visitors to three different areas in urban country between 1987 and 2007.
Recently returned from overseas by air and left a valuable item on the plane. Write a letter to the airline manager
-Describe the item
-Why it is important to you
-What you would likr the airline manager to do
Many childhood diseases can now be prevented through the use of vaccines. Should parents be made by law to immunise their children against common diseases or should individuals have the right to choose not to immunise their children? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Recent research has shown that business meetings and trainings are increasingly taking place online. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with a friend. He/She has just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
● thank him/her for the photos and for the holiday
● explain why you didn’t write earlier
● invite them to come and stay with you
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experiences.
You have just been offered a place on a short training course in a small seaside town where a friend of yours is living. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
1. Greet your friend and tell your friend the good news
2. Ask your friend about life in the seaside town
3. Arrange a time to meet your friend before you start the course
The graph below shows the number of oveseas visitors who came to the UK for different purposes between 1989 and 2009
Research shows that some activities are good for health and othe are bad.Despite knowing that millions of people engange in unhealthy activites. What is the cause of this? What can be done?
Moden children are suffering from the diseases that were once considered to be meant for adults only. Obesity is a major disease prevelent among children. What are its causes and what solutions can be offered?
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out abouthe history of their homes. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
The graph below shows the number of overseas visitors to three different areas in a country between 1987 and 2007. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
usabout tisso of and nose or building they in interested in finding What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?
The bar chart show the number of male and female students doing scientific research across a range of disciplines at a UK university in 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
When it comes to research on family history, some people prfer not to dig into the past, instead they just focus on their future. Discuss the positives and negatives of this approach and include your own opinion
Some companies spend a lot of money on scientific research and use animals for testing. Do the advantages of using animals in research outweigh its disadvantages?
In some countries, more and more people are becoming intersted in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. what are the reasons for this ? how can people search this?
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.(Huseyn 1)
.” Prevention is better than cure”. Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventive measures. To what extent do you agree.
Recent research has confirmed that human activity has become the greatest threat to plant and animal life. Why do you think this has happened? How can we reduce our impact on the natural world?
The cost of flying has decreased significantly over the last decades. This has made oversea travel much more accessible. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this trend
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, busines and the academic world. others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Living on earth would become difficult in the future. So, more money should be spent on researching other planets to live, like Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, many families move overseas for job opportunities and take their children along with them. Some people think that this is beneficial for the children of these families, while others think children will find it difficult. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that governments should spend money on the search for life on other planets, while others believe that is a waste of public money because there are still many problems on Earth. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that in order to prevent illnesses and diseases, governments should focus on reducing environmental pollution and improving living conditions. Do you agree or disagree?
Last Month you had an overseas holiday with your friends where you stayed at their house.they have just send you some holiday photos.
write a letter to your friends. in your letter:
thank them for the holiday and the photos
explain why you didnot write earlier
invite theim to come and stay with you
The bar chart shows the scores of teams A, B and C over four different seasons. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph shows the number of overseas visitors (in thousands) to three different areas in a European country between 1987 and 2007. The three areas are: The coast (blue line) The mountains (orange line) The lakes (gray line) The coast: Around 40,000 visitors in 1987 Slight dip in early 1990s, then steady increase Reached about 75,000 by 2007 The mountains: Around 20,000 visitors in 1987 Gradual and steady increase Reached around 35,000 by 2007 The lakes: Around 10,000 visitors in 1987 Sharp rise from 1987 to around 2002 (peaking at 75,000) Then a sharp decline to around 50,000 by 2007
Apologizing to a friend
You borrowed an important textbook from a classmate last term. You now realize your classmate had returned home overseas and you still have the book. Write a letter to him / her. In your letter:
apologize for the mistake
find out how important the book is to him / her
say what you will do
Begin your letter as follows: Dear _____________
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Nowadays, many medical research projects are funded by private companies. In your opinion, do you think that research should be carried by private companies, individuals or government? Give resones for your answer and unclude any relevent examples from your own knowledge or experiance.
The maps below show the changes that have taken place at the seaside town of Brinslow between 1990 and 2005.
Millions of dollars are spent on space research every year. Some people argue that money should be spent on improving living standards on Earth. Do you agree or disagree ? ( In the future, it seems more difficult to live on the Earth. Some people think more money should be spent on other planets to live on, such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree ? )
Animals-discussion..A growing number of people feel that aniamal should not be exploit by people and they should have same rights as humans, while other argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs including uses foods and research
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruot and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or out of season. Some consider it a good idea, some are not. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
In many countries, it is becoming mandatory to receive vaccines in order to prevent the spread of disease. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both views and give your oponion.
Some people say that to prevent illness and disease, governments sshould focus more on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people belive that it is food to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. others belive that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared. discuss both these views and give your own opinion
It is no longer necessary to use animals for food, clothing or medical research. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table below shows the kinds of second languages Korean students learned and the line graph describes how many Korean students went overseas to study between 1980 and 2005.
Many people today think that studying in another country is a wonderful opportunity. Others believe this is a bad decision. Give the advantages and disadvantages of studying overseas in another country.
Goverments around the world are spending billions in support of space programs. This money would be better spent on research into improvements in human health. Do you agree or disagree?
The funds for postgraduate research are limited; therefore, some people think that financial support from the government should be provided. However, only scientific research should be funded, rather than other, less useful subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Children obesity is an increasing problem in Australia.As many as two thirds of children are now obese.Schools have a responsibility to monitor what their students seat and the amount of exercise they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Air transport is increasingly used to export fruit and vegetables where they cannot be grown or out of season. Do the benefits of this trend outweigh the drawbacks?
The line graph shows visits to and from the UK from 1979 to 1999. The bar chart shows the most popular countries visited by UK residents in 1999. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Chart 1 — Visits to and from the UK (1979–1999) Unit: millions of visits YearVisits abroad by UK residentsVisits to the UK by overseas residents 197912 million10 million 198420 million13 million 198930 million20 million 199440 million24 million 199954 million27 million
You recently went to a movie theate to enjoy a movie, but unfortunately, you left your jacket there.
Write a letter to manager of the movie theater about the jacket. In your letter,
•describe the jacket
•describe where you were seated
•explain what you want the manager to do about it.
Research has shown that spending much less time in office can reduce the use of energy(for example,electricity,gas).Thus,some companies close for some days a week.Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?