Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now "one big traffic jam". How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
In some countries, the number of people choosing to live by themselves is increasing rapidly in recent years. Why is this the case? Is this a positive or negative development?
Last weekend, your cousin celebrated her 50th birthday, but you couldn’t attend and you forgot to cancel.
Write a letter to your cousin. In your letter:
-Apologize for missing the birthday celebration
-Explain why you missed it and why you hadn’t let her know
-Describe how you will make it up to her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear _____,
The increasing number of people travelling abroad for leisure is contributing to over-tourism in many destinations. Is this a positive or negative development?
your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. he would like your advice about finding a place to live. write an email to your friend. in your email -describe where you lived when you were a student at the iniversity -recommend the best way for him to look for accomodation -warn him of mistakes students make when choosing accomodation
Nowadays business face problems with new employees who have just finished their education and lack some interpersonal skills such as the ability to work in a team. What do you think is the main cause of the problem? How can it be resolved?
In many cities crime is increasing why do you think its happening? What can be done to help reduce crime levels?
Car owner ship has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now one big traffic jam How true do you think this statement is What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars
In today's world, technology plays a significant role in people life. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using technology in our life.
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell him/her how you feel.
Write a letter to the singer. In your letter:
say how you feel about his/her performance
give details of your music-related/musical activities
explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related/musical activities
The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world costs numerous government's expenditure. This money should be used in new housing and road development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people today are worried about cyber crime such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does cyber crime cause and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and business to take?
Discipline is an ever increasing problem in modern schools. Some people think that discipline should be the responsibility of teachers, while others think that this is the role of parents. Discuss both sides and give your opinio
r) The crime rate nowadays is decreasing compared to the past due to advance technology which can prevent and solve crime. Do you agree or disagree?
People in all modern societies use drugs, but today's youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an increasingly early age. Some sociologists claim that parents and other members of society often set a bad example. Discuss the causes of widespread drug use by young people in modern day society. Make any recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight youth drug abuse.
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
ou recently attended a concert and enjoyed it. Now you want to write a letter to the singer. In your letter:
Say how you feel about his/her performance.
Give details of your music-related/musical activities.
Explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related/musical activities.
People should never eat meat because raising animals for human consumption is cruel. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Food travels thousands of miles from farms to cosumers. Some people believe we should buy food from local farmer to protect the environment and support local businesses. Do the advatages of this outweigh the disadvatages ?
Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closue of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email * describe where you lived when you were a student at the university * recommend the best way for him/her to look for accomodation * warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
the diagram below show the changes that have t aken place at West Park Secondary School since its construction in 1950.
The increasing use of smartphones in education is helping students access more information. However,it can also be a source of distraction. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of smartphones in education.
You need to write an essay addressing the topic below: The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Your essay should comprise a minimum of 250 words.
It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to university . what arethe advantages and disadvantages of this?
Sports today is turning into a business and there are companies involved that sponsors sports with ever growing prize money for the sportsmen as a part of their advertising. Some people agree to this because it has a good effect on the world of sports, other disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
One of the most pressing problems facing the world today is overpopulation. What policies do you think governments should adopt to address the causes and effects of this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Computers are increasingly popular these days. Many people think that the advantages the computer has brought outweigh the disadvantages. What is your opinion? Give your reasons in your own experience.
Most of the people believe money is a very important consideration when choosing a job as it can help you get a better lifestyle, however there are some who believe it is more important to have a job you enjoy an d not money will need to greater happiness and a more balanced personal life.discuss both views and give youerror own opinion
Some people think that the traditional skills of letter writing will completely disappear due to the increasing use of mobile phones and the Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The maps below show the changes that have taken place in Meadowside village and Fonton, a neighbouring town, since 1962. Beka
More and more people are using computers and electric devices to access information, therefore there is no need for printed books, magazines, and newspapers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The wealth gap between 1st world countries and 3rd world countries seems to be increasing. How can we reduce this gap? Do you think that developed countries have a duty to assist developing countries in every way? See all user-written essays on this topic
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in scientific reaserch, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Advertising is now becoming more popular in modern society. While some people believe this is a positive development, others see it as a negative one. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
You are going on a month training programme to the UK and know that the head of the course would like one of the participants to be the social events’ organiser.
Write a letter to the Training Organiser
•expressing your interest in the role
•requesting more information about it
•explaining what experience you have
Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that students in single-sex schools perform better academically. Others, however, believe that mixed schools provide children with better social skills for adult life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays food has become easier to prepare. Has this change improved the way people live? You should give reasons for your answer using your own ideas and experience.
More and more children are accessing the Internet unsupervised and at younger age. This can sometimes put them at risk. What problems do you think parents face when dealing with their children using the Internet?
Write a letter your cousin who found a job related to a technology industry in another country.
Express him or her you are happy about it
Tell him or her a new trend /technology in your life
Ask from him /her how did find a job in that country and ask if him or her facing problems
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
These days, children have easy access to home computers, tablet computers, and smartphones, and many spend a large part of their free time using these devices.
Some people think the recent increasing cheap air travel brings benefits, while other people think it has drawbacks to the environment involves resources. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
SOME PEOPLE ARE MAKING NEW FRIENDS BY USING SOCIALIZING NETWORK WEBSITES AND INTERNET CHAT ROOMS. SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT THIS IS GOOD THING. OTHER PEOPLE SAY THAT PEOPLE SHOULD MAKE FRIENDS BY FACE TO FACE CHAT. DISCUSS THESE VIEWS AND GIVES YOUR OPININON
Maintaining public libraries is a waste of money since computer technology can replace their functions. Do you agree or disagree?
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to course director at the cookery school. In your letter
Describe what you enjoyed about the course.
Say how much cooking you have done since the course.
Suggest another cookery course you’d like the school to offer.
Across the world, local shops are closing due to losing customers to online competitors. What problems does this produce? And what solutions can you suggest to overcome them?
Artifically intelligent robots are increasingly taking humans jobs. Some people belive that eventually all the work will be done by robots while others belive that there will be a limit to the tasks that robots can perform. Choose which position you most agree with and discuss why you choose that position. Support your point of view with details from your own experiences observations or reading. Write between 200 and 300 words.
many people believe that increasing levels of violence on tv and films is having a direct result on levels of violence in society .to what extent do u agree or disagrree