For centuries, Iportant parts os education have remained such as reading, writing, maths. With the advent of computers sompe people think that computer skills be made as fourth skill to the list. To what extent do you agree?
IELTS informal letter sample : Your sibling has sent you a letter asking for an update on your life.
Write a letter to your sibling. In your letter:
– Describe what you did for your last birthday
– Ask for photos of your sibling’s last holiday
– Talk about something you are looking forward to
Topic: In many countries, there is a growing gap between the technical skills of younger people and those over the age of fifty. What problems does this cause, and what solutions could minimize the problems?
You have just received an invitation to an art exhibition. You would like more details about the event before you decide to go.
Write a letter to the organiser asking for more details. In your letter
• thank them for the invitation
• ask what kind of art will be on display and the size of each section
• ask if any of the artists will be present
People find it very difficult to speak in public or to give a presentation before an audience. Do you think public speaking skill is really important? Give reasons.
You have received a bill from a mobile phone (or cell phone) company for international call charges relating to a time when you did not use your phone for international calls. Write a letter to the company, complaining about this giving your reasons asking for the bill to be changed
Today's in top class- Some people think that a person improves intellectual skills Better when doing group activities. To what extent do you agree/disagree?
Many people, including adults, find it overwhelming to speak or make a presentation in front of an audience. It is therefore argued that this skill should be taught in school. Why is this skill important? To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people believe that children should be taught academic subjects at school, while others think they should learn practical skills. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The first chart below shows the results of a survey which sampled a cross-section of 100,000 people asking if they traveled abroad and why they traveled for the period 1994-98. The second chart shows their destinations over the same period.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are applying for a job and need a letter of reference from someone who knew you when you were at school.
Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference. In your letter:
say what job you have applied for
explain why you want this job
suggest what information the teacher should include
Write at least 150 words.
Begin your letter as follows:
Soal: "Some people believe that traditional skills, like cooking and sewing, are no longer necessary in modern life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Going to University is thought by many to be the best way to secure a good job, on the other hand, some people think that getting work experience and getting a skill is more important. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for an advice about whether to go to school ir try to get a job. You think he/she skould get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
• say why he/she would to enjoy going to college.
•expalin why getting a kob is a good idea for him.
•suggest type of job that would be suitable for him/her.
You are studying mathematics at university and have an assignment next week. You have been sick.
Write a letter to your teacher sking for an extension on your assignment. In the letter,
· explain that you are a student of mathematics class
· explain that you have been sick
· ask for an extension
Begin your letter with
Dear …,
With the increasing use of mobile phones and computers, fewer people are writing letters. Some people think that the traditional skill of writing letters will disappear completely. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What do you think of the importance of letter-writing?
You live in an english speaking country and you want to do some voluntary and unpaid work in a dveloping country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural expeditions, which organizes such trips.
In your letter:
- Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long
- Explain why you want to do voluntary work
- State what your skills and experience are
ou are looking for a part-time job. Write a letter to an employment agency.
In your letter:
- introduce yourself
- explain what sort of job you would like
- say what experience and skills you have
Studying art in schools improves studrnt's performance in other subjects ,because it is easier for multi_skilled students to learn new things. That's why art should be obligatory in schools. Do you agree or disagree?
You live in a room in a college where you share it with another student. You find it very difficult to study and work there because your roommate always has friends visiting. He/she has parties in the room and sometimes borrows your things without asking you.
Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college
and ask for a new room next term.
You would prefer a single room and explain your reasons.
You should
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing this letter to requesting a single room for next term.
I am a student of this college studying acconting diploma which started recently.
These day comming from my reletives house, they alloved to stay there only for three month duration.one of their chiled who lived out side of the city comming to live with them in near future. Due to this situvation I have to find out another place for living.
As my experiance it is very hard to find comfotable and secure place near by the college.Other than that most places need to shere with the someone who unkown.
I am concerning living along. I used to live without disruption others from child hood. Hence need single room for me with out shering anyone.
It is plesure if you allocate me a room for next term.
Thank You
Your's Faithfully
Andrea
I am writing this letter to requesting a single room for next term.
I am a student of this college studying acconting diploma which started recently.
These day comming from my reletives house, they alloved to stay there only for three month duration.one of their chiled who lived out side of the city comming to live with them in near future. Due to this situvation I have to find out another place for living.
As my experiance it is very hard to find comfotable and secure place near by the college.Other than that most places need to shere with the someone who unkown.
I am concerning living along. I used to live without disruption others from child hood. Hence need single room for me with out shering anyone.
It is plesure if you allocate me a room for next term.
Thank You
Your's Faithfully
Andrea
You recently attended a conference and you would like to give a presentation about the information you gained by attending the conference.
Write a letter to your manager asking for permission to give a presentation. In your letter:
describe what type of presentation you have in mind
what topics it would cover and how long it would take
who should participate in the presentation and where should it be conducted
It is said that people who read books with preasure have more developed imaginations and better language skills than people who like watching TV. Agree or disagree ?
Currently, products of skin whitening or lightening are more profitable globally. Discuss the causes of this trend and its effect on health and the society. Use relevant examples from your experiences
chool children are becoming far too dependant on computers. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. Teachers need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all costs and go back to teaching basic study skills. Do you agree or disagree?
Write a letter to a teacher asking for a reference letter for a job and explain:
•Why you have chosen him to write the reference letter
•What kind of job you are applying for
•Why you think you are suitable for this job
The table below show 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 period.
The table below shows the results of a survey asking US consumers about shopping at K-Mart. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Academic teaching is important for passing the exam, and other skills such as cooking or dressing should be not taught. To what extend you agree or disagree
Some teenagers spend more time reading books, while others prefer to read online newspapers. The former group is likely to develop creative imaginations and have a much better grasp of language skills. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that modern games do not develop skill in children.However traditional games developed skills in childhood.To what extent do you agree or disagree.
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.
In order for a child to develop his/her family life, mothers and fathers should take a course on parenting skills and child development each year. Do you agree or disagree ?
Some people believe that school molds the intellect and skills and not the virtues and attitudes of its students. Do you agree or disagree? Give examples based on your own knowledge and experience
One of your pen pals will shortly be visiting your city. For some reasons, you can not manage to meet him at the airport on time.
Write a letter asking him to wait for you at the airport and tell him how to identify you.
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.
Extreme sport such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Some people say that it is better to learn a new skill in one-on-one lessons with a trainer. Others say that it is better to learn a new skill in a group. DIscuss both these views and give your opinion
Doing an enjoyable activity with a kid helps to improve your skills and it is beneficial than reading. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
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 extend do you agree or disagree
A museum newr 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 voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
give details of when you woule be available for work
Write at least 150words.
You do not need to write any addresses.
Some people think that children should be taught to be competitive in school. Others, however say that cooperation and team working skills are more important. Discussion both side.
People believe that some individuals are born with leadership skills, while others think that leadership skills can be made. Discuss both views and give your idea.
In many parts of the world today there is a profitable market for products which lighten or whiten people’s skin. Outline the reasons for using such products and discuss what effect they have in terms of health on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that students should learn a range of practical skills at school (such as car maintenance or accountancy) alongside traditional subjects like maths and physics. Do you agree or disagree with this view?
Extreme sports that are dangerous like skiing and rock climbing should be banned. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Because of the modern technology, it is no longer necessary for people to learn handwriting skill, but others believe that handwriting is still an important skill. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that a university degree is the best way to get a good job, while others think that work experience and soft skills are more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that education should focus on preparing students for future employment. Others argue that the true purpose of education is to provide knowledge and skills that go beyond job preparation. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
For centuries, importan parts of education have remained such reading, writing and maths. With the advent of computers, some people think that computer skill be made as a fourth skill to added to the list. to what extent do you agree?
Some people think having a university is the best way to secure a good job. However, other believe that skill and experience is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.