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 maps below show the seaside town of Tendiff as it as it was in 1990 and 2010.
The graph below shows the number of overseas visitors who came to Japan for different purposes between 1990 and 2010.
Some people think that governments should focus on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems to help people prevent illness and disease. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transit produce and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good trend, but some people oppose it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Aircarf have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it . Discuss both views and give your opinion.
the map below shows the changes that have been take place in a seaside area since 1995
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea but some oppose it. Discuss both views
Air freight have been increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it.
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are of season some people consider it a good idea, but some people appose it. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter:
● Thank them for the holiday and the photos.
● Explain why you didn’t write earlier.
● Invite them to come and stay with you.
You have seen an advertisement looking for volunteers to teach English overseas. Write to the recruitment office. In your letter
-Tell them where you saw the advertisement
-Explain why you would like to go
-Describe the skills that you have that you think would help
Nowadays, many families move overseas for job opportunities. Some people think that this is beneficial for the children of these families, while others think chldren will find it difficult. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.
Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter
•tell them when you will be arriving and leaving
• explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost
• ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel
Last semester a classmate let you borrow an important textbook. You realize that you
still have the book after your friend has already gone back home overseas. Write a
letter to him/her. In your letter:
• Give an apology
• Find out if/when they need the book back
• Tell them what you will do to fix the problem
Your letter should be between 150-200 words.
Some people think that testing on animals is necessary for discovering medicine that helps fight diseases, while others believe it is not necessary to test on animals for this reason. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows the numbers of overseas visitors who went to three different areas in a European country between 1987 and 2007. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Health care has always been a challenge to most governments. Some people think that governments should collect fat tax because fattening food increases the risk of diseases. Others, however, believe that people should be free to choose their own diet. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The line graph shows how much money overseas visitors spent in the UK from 1980 - 2010 and the pie charts show the reasons for their visits in 1980 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease, government should focus on reducing environment pollution and housing problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Air transport is increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to other countries where they cannot be grown or are out of season. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
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
The idea of 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 beause of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in different culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
The graph below shows the number of overseas who came to the uk for different purposes between 1989 and 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
“Prevention is better than cure”. Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it better to invest in preventative measures” To what extent do you agree
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruirts and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or out of season. Some people consider it a good idea , bu some people oppose it. Discuss boh views and give your opinion.
"Prevention is better tha cure". Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invet in preventive measures. To what extent do you agree.
Compared to the past more younger adults take medication for degenerative disease. Provide specific examples and reasons to support your answer.
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.
The line graph shows the change in the amount of electricity used during a day in two seasons and pie chart indicates the different uses of electricity. Describe the main features and make comparisons where relevant
Air transportation is increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to other countries where they cannot be grown or are out of season. Some people say this is good other believe that the use of air transport for this purpose is not justified. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays many families moves overseas for job opportunities. Some people think its beneficial for the children of these families, while others think children will find it difficult. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
In many countries people tend to move overseas or move to a different part of their country after their retirement. Discuss why they do so and what the outcome of this situation is. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
You stayed in a hotel for some days in an overseas country. You have forgotten some things in the hotel room after checkout. Write a letter to the hotel manager.
The graph below shows the average daily sales of selected food items at the Brisk Café, by season. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The bar graph below shows the number of overseas students enrolled in a third-year Computer Science course at a Canadian college.
Topic: Aircrafts have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A friend from overseas is planning to visit you soon. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•explain why you are looking forward to the visit
•describe the accommodations you have available for your friend
•suggest some things to do during the visit
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear……
Some people say that to prevent illness and disease, government should focus on more on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have seen an advertisement in the newspaper for a temporary job working as a Sales Representative during the holiday season. You decide to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the Hiring Manager of the company. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself
• Explain what experience and special skills you have
• Explain why you are interested in the job
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Hiring Manager,
ou recently had some items shipped to you from overseas. Upon receiving the shipment you found that some things were damaged in transit. Write a letter to the manager of the shipping company. In your letter
Provide the details of your shipment
Describe the damage
Say what actions you want the company to take
An overseas friend has invited you to visit his country. You are planning to visit him. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • Thank him for the invitation and accept the invitation • Write details about your visit • Briefly describe what you want to do there.
Emerging from December 2019, Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has become one of the greatest challenges to humankind within 75 years since World War Two. It can be seen that the COVID-19 crisis has significantly changed our life in many ways. What are the effects of COVID-19 on our daily life?
The line chart below shows the effect of vaccination on the number of reported cases of whooping cough, a childhood disease, in Britain.
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Supermarkets should only sell food products from within their own country rather than imports from overseas. What are your opinions on this?
Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people opposie it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease,goverments should focus on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems.To what extnet do you agree or disagree?
Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease, gorvernment should focus on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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