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?
Students in school should learn academic subjects and pass exams. Other skill such as cookery, dressmaking and woodwork can be learnt well from family and friends. Do you agree or disagree?
To improve the job prospects, some people want the secondery schools to spend more time teaching communication and business skills and spend less time teaching history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Doing an enjoyable activity with a child can is better for their overall skills development and creativity than reading. to what extent do you agree?
Crirtical thinking skills are often highlighted as essential for success in both aåacademic and professional settings. Why is the ability to think critically so crucial, and how can individuals develop and apply these skills in their daily lives? Provide examples to support your explanation.
Many young people do not know how to manage their money when graduating high school. What do you think are the reasons? What come be done to teach them this important skill?
Sometimes, companies choose people based on their personality rather than skill set. Why do you think that is the case? What do you think is more important – personality or skills?
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?
Many think that secondary and high school students should learn money management as it is an important life skill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
English-speaking friend is coming to study in your town next year and has written asking for information and advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
1. Offer to find a place for him / her to live.
2. Give advice about how to find a part time job.
3. Give information on where they can learn your language.
In some countries in Europe, some children from the age of 11 or 13 go to schools to learn more practical skills that will help them get a job. Other children stay in schools which provide a more general academic education. What should schools do to prepare students for the world of work? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that **single-sex schools are more beneficial to students because they achieve better academic results.** Others, however, **argue that mixed schools are better since students can develop better social skills**. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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, regerdless of whether the course is useful to an employer. what, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university?
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 periods. Summarise the informatio by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where revelant.
It is believed that people who read for pleasure develop their imagination more and acquire better language skills compared to people who prefer watching television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
IELTS writing sample: The school library is seeking applicants for a job over summer break. Write a letter to the library’s manager, in your letter include:
- A brief introduction of yourself
- Your experience and relevant skills
- Why you want the job
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
•Say why he/she would not enjoy going to college
•Explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
•Suggest types of job what would be suitable for him/her
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 id useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a universities?
All parents want the best opportunities fir their children. There are some people who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a children’s future. Discuss both of sides and give your opinion.
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?
People find it difficult to speak in public or to give a presentation before an audience. Do you think public speaking skills are really important? Do you agree that public speaking should be taught at school?
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.
The maps show the outskirts of the town of Fosbury in 1980 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In today’s job market it is far more important to have practical skills than theoretical knowledge. In the future, job applications may not need any formal qualifications. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think tgat children be taught to be competitive in school. Others, however, say that cooperation and team working skills are more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
The charts below show the result of surveys asking undergraduates and postgraduates why they chose Vaster university. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Living in a foreign country requires a person to interact with a different culture on a daily basis, whether during their studies, work, or social life. Within the context of higher education (university), what are the causes and potential effects of communication breakdown within multicultural project groups? To what extent can a student proactively learn the necessary skills that aid effective intercultural communication?
All parents want the best opportunities for their children. There are some people who think that school teaches children a skill but others think having a range of subjects is better for the children's future. Discuss both sides.
The table below shows the number of students at a Malaysian secondary school during two school years. the charts show the result of a survey asking these students what ttheir favourite sports is
Employers now tend to prefer employees with good social skills in addition to good qualifications. In fact, social skills are getting more and more important compared to qualifications. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that adults should learn practical skills by themselves, while others believe that learning from a teacher in a classroom is better. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some pople believe that children should be taught academic subject at school, while other think that teaching pratical skills is more important. discuss both view and give your own opinion.
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. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
“Some people say that in our modern age, it is unnecessary to teach children about the skills of handwriting.”
To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones in communication has negative effects on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that the internet has made communication between individuals easier and more accessible. Others argue that it has led to a decline in face-to-face interactions and social skills. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You saw an advert in the newspaper asking for volunteers to help run a charity event. Write a letter of application to the organisers. In your letter:
Explain why you are interest in helping
Give details suitable past experience
Suggest ways you might help with the event
Some people say that in all levels of educations, 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?
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
Some people think that modern children’s games do not develop a wide range skills, but others argue that traditional games can be much better for developing such skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Team/group activities can teach more important skills for life than those activities which are played alone. To what extent do you agree or disagree？
You are looking for a part-time job at a football club. Write a letter to the manager of the football club. In your letter, introduce yourself explain what experience and special skills you have • tell him/her when you think you could start 7. You saw an advertisement
What mistakes are in this text? The question it answers is 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 views and give your opinion.
Despite the increased access to education, a significant number of people cannot read or write. What are the disadvantages without these skills? And What actions should governments take?
You recently received a letter from your freind asking for an advice to go to a college or to find a job. You think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to your freind, In your letter include why he would not enjoy goin to college. why getting a job is good. suggest few good jobs for him
IT HAS BECOME A STANDARD PART OF SCHOOL OF CURRICULA IN MOST SECONDARY SCHOOL. IT COULD BE DANGER THAT IT SKILLS ARE BEING TAUGHT AT EXPENSE OF MORE BASIC SKILLS. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE?
An English-Speaking Friend Wants to Spend a Two-Week Holiday in Your Region and Has Written Asking for Information and Advice. Write a Letter to Your Friend. In your Letter,
Offer to Find Somewhere to Stay.
Advise About What to Do.
Give Information About What Clothes to Bring.
A museum near your house 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 voluntary/unpaid work in your letter:
oExplain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
oDescribe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
oGive details of when you would be available for work