Rich countries should not give jobs to skilled workers ( for example: Doctors, engineers and scientists ) of poor countries as they are needed by their home countries more than rich countries. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that secondary or high school student should be taught how to use money management as a it is an important lifeskill. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Topic 1: In today's job market it is far more important to have practical skills than theoretical knowledge. In the future, job applicants may not need any formal qualifications. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You live near a record shop that sells music, movies, and books.
Write a letter to the shop asking if they have a few different items you are looking for.
– Ask what the prices are and if they can be orders
– Ask when they would arrive and if you can have them held in advance
The main purpose of a university is to provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed for students to get a good job. To what extent do you agree?
In many countries, children spend longer hours on their homework. Some people think less homework can help to reduce the stress of the children and give them chance to develop their other skills. Do you agree or disagree.
You are organizing a conference for your company. Write a letter to a colleague asking him/her to give a presentation during the conference. Describe what this conference is about. Why you want him/her to give a presentation. Give details about the conference
You have a friend who lives in a different country. You will organise a party soon and have thought to use a foreign recipe. Write a letter to the friend asking for a recipe from his/her country for the party you are organizing.
In your letter,
tell your friend about the party
ask for the recipe
explain why you need the recipe from his/her country
When you learn a foreign langualge ,all four skills (listening ,reading ,speaking and writing) are equally important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some are of the opinion that people are naturally born as good leaders while others feel that leadership skills can be learned. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that technological advancements have made our lives simpler and more convenient, while others argue that these developments have led to a loss of important life skills. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
For centuries important parts of education have remained such as reading, writing and maths. With the advent of computers, some people think that computer skill be made as fourth skill to be added to the list. To what extent do you agree ?
Some people think that completing university education is the best way to get a good job. Others, however, think experience and soft skills are more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
People in society work in many different settings, and for a variety of reasons. What do you think is the main reason why people have jobs? to feel happier about their lives to develop new skills Use specific examples and details to support your answer.
Topic: Some sociologists say that, it is a waste of time for students to pursue secondary education for 12 years. It is better to shorten it to 9 years only, then go to vocational school to learn a skill applied in their jobs or go to university to get a degree. To what extent do you agree with this?
One of your friends lives in another country.you want to spend some time working in that country. Write a letter to your friend. Describe why you want to work in that country. Tell him about your skills and experience. As some other questions related to work.
When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive. To what extent you agree or disagree with the statement? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your argument with examples and relevant evidence.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received a letter from your bank, asking you to acknowledge receipt of a new bank card. However, the card was missing from the envelope.
Write a letter to the bank's head office. In your letter:
explain why you are writing
express concern about the missing card
ask them what they intend to do
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/ unpaid work.
You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the
voluntary/unpaid work.
In your letter:
* explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
* describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
give details of when you would be available for work
When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion
Some people believe that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communications has had a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
nowadays more and more people have access to the internet. but constant availability of any information worsens people`s memory and critical thinking skills. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is believed that people who read for pleasure develop their imagination more and acquire better language skills compared to people who preferinter watching television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You saw an advert for the post of finance manager at the vacancy board. You
want to apply for the same job. But, you have been late for applying for the
same. Write a letter along with your resume to your prospective employer.
In your letter
• introduce yourself
• talkaboutyourskills
• reasonsforyourdelay
“Some people say that in all levels of education too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills.
Do you agree or disagree?”
You have received a letter from your bank, asking you to acknowledge receipt of a new bank card. However, the card was missing from the envelope.
Write a letter to the bank's head office. In your letter:
explain why you are writing
express concern about the missing card
ask them what they intend to do
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any address.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear __________
Some people say that in our current moden age, it is unnecessary to teach hand writing skills to children what extent do you agree or disagree?
What do you think is the best way to find a job: by gaining more knowledge and education or through more practical skills? Explain your choice, using specific reasons and details
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Most employers nowadays put increasing emphasis on social skills. Some people believe that cocial skills are important in addition to good qualifications for job success. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
Some people belive that reading is advantageous to enhance our english skills and people should spend more time in it. how far are you agree or disagree
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job.
-Write a letter to this friend
Very few school children learn about the value of money and how to look after it, yet this is a critical life skill that should be taught as a part of school curriculum. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table below shows the number of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods.
Some people think that schools should prioritize teaching students’ practical skills for the workplace, while others believe that schools should focus on academic subjects such as science and math. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You are living in a city in a foreign country, and a friend from your home country is soon coming to
visit you for several days. Write an email to your friend,
asking him or her to bring some things from home which you need
saying why you need them
making arrangements to meet
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Younger employees have more skills, knowledge and more motivated than older employees. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Support your argument with your own experience.
Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary school to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree?
As part of a student social survey project, you are organizing a group to visit a historical exhibition in a small town, write a letter asking for information regarding such things as the content of the exhibition and the dates of its opening and closing, and if there are any discount available.
With the increase in computer use, many people feel that schools do not need to put the emphasis that they used to on basic handwriting skills or mental mathematics skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
You would like to take some time off of work to attend a training course. Write a letter to
your supervisor asking for permission to attend the course. In this letter,
Describe the training course
Say how it will help improve your job performance.
Explain how much time you need off and ask for permission.
University students should acquire specialist knowledge and skills in one subject area rather than study a wider range of subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Most employers nowadays put Increasing emphasis on social skllls. Some people believe that social skills are Important In addition to goo-d qualifications for Job success. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
You want to hold a surprise party for a friend who is visiting his hometown after a long time from a foreign country. Write a letter to a common friend asking for his help in organizing the party and in your letter:
Write the reasons for organizing the party
Describe when, where and how you would be organizing the party
Ask your friend to meet you in person for further discussions
You are organizing a conference for your company. Write a letter to a colleague asking him/her to give a presentation during the conference. -Describe what this conference is about -Why you want him/her to give a presentation -Give details about the conference
Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as cooperative skill. What are the causes and what you suggest to solve this problem?
Write a letter in response to the parent.
In your letter, you should:
• discuss and evaluate the issues raised by the parent in the letter
• give your own views about teaching life skills and whether you think these lessons should
replace other subjects in the curriculum.