The environmental problems that today’s world is facing are so great that there is little ordinary people can do to improve the situation. So governments and large organizations should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries younger people are increasingly losing interest in teaching. Why is this happening ? What can be done to improve the situation ? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience
You arranged to visit a friend in England but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
explain the important event;
apologise for the situation;
suggest a new arrangement.
You have lost your student identification card. This has created some problems for you.
Write a letter to the director of student services. In your letter
advise them of your situation
explain how this is affecting you
request a new card
Scientists advise people to lead a healthy lifestyle, but many people still continue with unhealthy activities. What are the reasons and what can we do to change the situation？
In some countries, ownig a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You know find that you cannot continue the course. Write the letter to the course tutor. In your letter:
-Describe your situation
-Explain why you cannot continue at this time
-Say what action you would like to do
Your next-door nieghbour often listens to loud music at night. Due to loud music, you often struggle to sleep and experience frequent headaches.
Write a letter to your building manager. In your letter;
*describe the situation
*explain the problems causing you
*offer at least one solution
You recently borrowed a book from your friend but lost it. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
Apologise for losing the book
Explain how you lost it
Tell your friend what you will do to fix the situation
The teaching situation of teacher and students in a classroom will no longer exist by the year of 2050. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
in increasing number of professional such as doctor and teacher are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed country what problem does this cause? what can be done to deal with this situation?
Celebrities such as singers and film stars earn too much money, buy too many goods and care too little about other people. To what extent do you think this is true? Should anything be done to change the situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people today find that the cost of attending a university level education is extremely high for students and their family. What are the causes of this situation, and how can government, universities and the students themselves overcome the problem?
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both views and give ur opinion.
In many countries the number of visitors to art galleries has been steadily declining. What are the reasons for this? What could be done to improve the situation?
Part 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this part. Write at least 150 words.
You live in a room in college which you share with another student.
However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it
very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter
describe the situation
explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for peopleWhy might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
you have been offeed a job that will require you to move to a city that you have never visitedbefore. You have an acquaintance who lives there. Write a letter to the acquaintance . In your letter exlplain your situation, say why you feel unsure about living in the city, ask some questions about life in the city.
Many universities graduates cannot find a job in their chosen profession. what factors may have caused this situation and what in your opinion should be done about it?
Some people think that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfacory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try to improve such situations. Give your opinion.
Some people belive that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an satisfactory job or shortage of Money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
These days, children have easy access to home computers, tablet computers and smarthphones, and many spend a large part of their free time using these devices. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation and give your own opinion.
You have recently bought a product from the local market,but it had already been used
Write a letter to the shopkeeper
Say when you bought it
Explain the situation
Ask for refund or replacement
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
•correct the information in the article
•explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
•suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
You live in a university hostel which you share with another student. However, your roommate creates a lot of problems for you, and you find it very difficult to live with him/her.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the university. In the letter,
• explain the situation
• describe your problems and why it is difficult to work
• state what kind of changes you would prefer
You were recently impressed by a staff member at a supermarket.
Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter:
•Describe the situation
•Explain how you were helped
•State what you are going to do as a result of this good experience
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
You rent a flat with your friend who is moving out. It is too expensive for you to pay the rent alone.Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter: •explain the situation •describe why you would like to stay in this flat •ask the landlord if you can find another flatmate
Some people believe that it is best to accept bad situation, such as unsatisftory jobs or shortage of money. Other argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Today our communication, medicine and transport system all depend on computer technology. Our reliance on computer technology in these fields has created a dangerous situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nowadays, most scientific research is funded and conducted by private companies, rather than government. Do the advantages of this situation outweighs its disadvantages?
ou should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have bought a new camera but when you got it home you found it had some problems. You returned the camera and spoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
introduce yourself
explain the situation
say what action you would like the company to take
You should write at least 150 words.
It is often thought that the increase in juvenile crime can be attributed to violence in the media. Do you agree that this is the main cause of juvenile crime? What solutions can you offer to deal with this situation?
In some countries owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Whys might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Doe this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?
Your next-door neighbor likes to listen to music late at night. Because of the loud music, you often lose sleep.
Write a letter to the building manager. In your letter
describe the situation
explain the problems it is causing you
offer at least one solution
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of magazie. IN your letter
- Correct the information in the article
- Explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
- Suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very importantfor people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
An increasing number of professional, such as doctors an teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in develop countries. What problems does this cause? what can be done to deal with this situation?
Your university lecturer gave you an assignment. You won’t be able to submit your assignment on time. Write to your lecturer asking for an extension. In the letter describe the situation explain why your assignment will be late say when you will be able to hand in your assignment You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses
In many countries, children show less respect to elders. What are the causes of such behavior? What can be done to address this situation?
1.With access to the internet and social media websites, many children are exposed to a nu mber of dangerous situations. Adults should thus limit access to the internet for their children. Do you agree or disagree?
A close relative of yours is having a birthday lunch next Friday, but you know you will be working. Write a letter to your boss or supervisor to ask for some time off.
In your letter,
explain the situation and why you particularly want to attend the lunch
specify the dates, times and amount of time off you will need
offer to work late or come in early another time to make up for the time.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr. Jones / Dear Mrs. Jones,...
You recently took a plane to a holiday in a foreign city, and on arrival you found that your luggage
was lost. You did not receive your luggage until the last day of your holiday. Write to the airline,
•complaining about this situation
•saying why it caused you problems
•seeking suitable compensation
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
The gap between the rich and the poor is increasingly wide, as poor people become poorer and rich people become richer. What problems could this situations cause?? what are the solutions to address those problems??
An old friend of yours is coming to visit your city. You had planned to meet him at the airport, but something has come up and you will not be able to make it there on time.
Write to your friend, In your letter
Explain the situation
Offer to make alterntive arrangements.
Some people belive that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situation. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Today, it is very common to have people from two different generations mix in the same workplace. Are there more advantages or disadvantages to this situation?
You arranged to visit a friend in Australia but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.
Write a letter to your friend. Write In your letter:
-Explain the important event
-Apologize for the situation
-Suggest a new arrangement
New technologies for communicating and working remotely have led to an increase in the number of people working from home. Do you think the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
At the present time, the population of some countries inclides a relating large number if young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?