The graph shows the number of visitors to a variety of art galleries in 2011. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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.
Some people argue that the retirement age should be raised significantly, given that average life expectancy has increased greatly. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ou have been invited to attend an interview for a place on a course of study at a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot go to the interview at the time they wish.
Write a letter to the admissions tutor. In your letter
explain why you cannot keep the appointment
apologise and offer to arrange a new appointment
ask how long the interview will be, and whether there will be any tests during it
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunities to study abroad. What are the advantages or disadvantages of this development? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant ideas.
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high level of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage peopleto consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that public libraries have become unnecessary because nowadays information can be accessed from home using the internet . Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages
Some people think that new houses should be built in the same style as older houses. Others believe that the local council should allow people to choose different designs for their houses. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that women and men possess different traits, making them unsuitable for certain jobs. Is it right to exclude males or females from certain professions because of their gender?
You are resident of a community and found a gold chain. Write a letter to the manager to find the owner.
Professional sports are a very large industry in the world today. The most elite players can get contracts worth many millions of dollars. Some say there is too much money in sports and that it defeats the purpose of the actual game. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
The bar chart below shows the estimated oil capasity of six countries,in millioms of barrels per day,from 1990 to 2010
To be labeled a ‘Work of Art’, a painting, sculpture or other art forms should display certain qualities that are unique. However, over the past century, there has been a decline in the quality of prize-winning artwork and it is now possible for quite ordinary pieces of art to be labeled ‘masterpieces ’ whilst true works of art pass unnoticed.
Do you agree or disagree?
Some employers offer their employees subsidized membership of gym or sports clubs, believing that this will make their staff healthier and thus more effective at work. Other employers see no benefit in so doing. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Many universities have introduced tests for evaluation rather than old written exams based on lessons of book. Give your opinion and relevant examples
The chart below shows the numbers of three types of visitor to a museum between 1997 and 2012.
In some part of the world, it is becoming popular to research the history of one’s own family. Why might people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative trend?
The given graphs illustrate the conclusion of what cultural and leisure activities boys and girls prefer to do in their free time.
Some people make new friends on social sites and Internet chat rooms.Some people think it is a good thing .Some people think it is better to make friends face to face.Discuss both views and give your opinion
Read the question below and write a letter.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Write at least 150 words.
You recently visited a place that had a strong impact on you. Write to your friend about this
place.
In your letter
explain where the place was and how you got there
describe what you saw
offer to take your friend there
In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is the countryside. Some people believe that it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new home there. What is your opinion about this?
Some believe it is the responsibility of government to take care of the environment, others think people are responsible for it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents,for instance for sport or music,and others are not.However,it is sometimes claimed that any child can be tought to become a good sports person or musican. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Many people today are worried about cybercrime, chess hacking and identity theft. What problems does cybercrime cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and businesses to take?
The graph below gives information about the quantities of good transported by six different mode of transport in the USA since 1990 with projections until 2024.
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Others think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. SA
Many people like to go on holiday abroad, while others believe it is better to visit places within their own country. Discuss boh views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that the range of technology available to individuals today is increasing the gap between the poor people and the rich people. Others think it is having an opposite effect. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Leaders have the authority to make decisions, what do you think about that?
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country.
Write a letter to your manager. in your letter
-Explain why you want to work in 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
Interview forms the basic selection criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree?
Education is not a luxury, but a basic human right and as such should be free for everyone irrespective of personal wealth. Do you agree or disagree?
With the increase of digital information available online, the role of the library has become obsolete. Therefore universities should only procure digital materials rather than constantly update textbooks. Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this position and give your own point of view.
Some people think that main benefit of international cooperation is in the protection of the environment, while others believe that business mainly benefit. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Demand for gas and oil is increasing and so finding new sources in remote and untouched areas is a necessity. Do the advantage of this is outweigh the Like disadvantages?
Learn math is not unimportant siad people but others believe it is so important. Discuss both opinions and give your own opinion
In some cities, people are choosing cars instead of bicycles, while in other cities riding bikes is Which development do you think is better?replacing cars. Why is this the case?
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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have some time off work and are hoping to visit a close friend, Stephanie, for a few days. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter •suggest spending time together •explain why you have time to do this •propose some activities Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Stephanie,
Many people can now do their work from home using modern technology. However, this change may only benefit workers, not the empoyers. To what extent you agree or dis agree.
In many counties children are engages in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. Discuss both these view and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that it is the responsibility of politicians rather than individuals to protect the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
in many counties, people now wear western-style dresses such as suits and jeans rather than traditional clothing. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people think that space exploration is a waste of resources while others think that it is essential for mankind to continue to explore the universe in which we live. Discuss both sides and give an nion.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities around thw world are now one big traffic jam. How true do you thing this statement is? What measures can governments takes to disocurage people from using their cars?
Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that having a set retirement age (eg. 65 years) for everybody, regardless of occupation, is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive a pension at an earlier age. Do you agree or disagree ? Which types of workers do you think should benefit from early retirement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some school leavers choose to travel or work for a year before going to university. What might be the reasons for this? What are the disadvantages of this practice? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The line graph below shows the percentage of tourists to England who visited four different attractions in Brighton. (Chris)
In some countries, there are more young people enrolled in work based training instead of attending university. Do the advantage of the situation outweigh the disadvantages.