Some people think that all lawbreakers should be taken into prison. In contrast, others believe there are better alternatives (for example, doing work or learning skills in the community). Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that secondary or highschool student should be taught how to use money management as it is an important lifeskill. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Some people believe that excessive use of modern techonlogies, such as computers and smartphones, is negatively affecting the reading and writing skills of our young people. To what extent 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 qualification. 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 samw two periods.
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as team. What are the causes? Suggest possible solutions.
All parent want the best opportunities for 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 child’s future. Discuss both the sides and give your opinion
Many employers believe that good social skills are as important as good qualifications to succeed in a job, so they are employing people who are with good social skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some businessses find that their new employess lack basic interpersonal skills such as cooperative skill. What are the causes and suggest possible solutions.
Your landlord is asking to increase the rent. Write a letter to him.
In your letter, you should tell:
•why you think the rent shouldn't be increased
•what you will do if it is increased
Some people think the best way to learn new things is to study them alone. Others think that it is always better to get help from a skilled teacher. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons to support your choice.
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 want to rent out a small apartment to a family, and you have decided to advertise it.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper asking to advertise your ad on the front page of the newspaper. In your letter,
•give details of the ad that you want to publish
•mention that you want the ad to be published on the front page
•say how you would like to pay for the advertisement
You want to rent out a small apartment to a family, and you have decided to advertise it.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper asking to advertise your ad on the front page of the newspaper. In your letter,
give details of the ad that you want to publish
mention that you want the ad to be published on the front page
say how you would like to pay for the advertisement
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
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 ntwhy you need the recipe from his/her coury
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
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
Some people say that in all levels of education from primary school to universities too much tine is spend on learning than facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree?
In the past, many people had skills such as making their own clothes and doing repairs to things in the house. In many countries, nowadays, skills like these are disappearing. Why do you think this change is happening? How far is this situation true in your country? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
When people learn a foreign language, all four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) are equally important. To what extent 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 for your friend to stay give advice about what to do and see in your area give information about what clothes to bring
Many people believe that studying at university is the best way to develop oneself, learn new skills and find a well-paid job. Other people believe that more is learned from getting a job straight away after school and learning whilst working. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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?
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
You do NOT need to write any address.
The chart below shows the results of two surveys, carried out at the beginning and end of the year, asking a restaurant's unhappy customers why they were dissatisfied with their experience.
Some people think it would be a good idea for schools to teach every yong person how to be a good parent Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Describe the skills a person needs to be a good parent
Some are of the opinion that people are naturally born as good leaders while others feel that leadership skills can be learned. :small_orange_diamond:Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think it would be a good idea for schools to teach every young person how to be a good parent. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Describe the skills a person needs to be a good parent. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that educated people are more valuable than people who have learned skills through experience. Do you think that educated people are the most valuable for society? What kinds of skills can people learn through experience that can benefit society?
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You've got a new job in Germany and want to improve your German. A friend of yours also went to language school last year to study German.
Write a letter to your friend asking them about their experience. In your letter
⚫ give your friend your news
⚫ ask them if they would recommend the school
invite them to Germany
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Some believe that engaging in an active pastime does more to develop life skills than time spent reading. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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 say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too mcuh time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people feel that it is difficult to do a public speech or presentation. Therefore, it is a good idea for children to learn to do speeches as early as possible. What is the importance of public speech in life? Do you agree or disagree that children should be taught public speaking skill at school?
Many City Centres These Days Have Traffic Flow Problems, Causing Congestion And Pollution. One Solution Is To Build Fast Ring Roads On The Outskirts Of A City, Taking Traffic Away From The Centre. While This Is Helpful In Some Ways, It Also Causes new problems? To What extent do yo agree or disagree?
The value that we learn from our parents and family have greater influence on our future success than knowledge and skills we learn at school. 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. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntarylunpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntarylunpaid work,
in your letter
explain why you want to do voluntarylunpaid 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
Some people believe that school curriculums should focus more on practical skills, like financial literacy and cooking, rather than traditional subjects, like history and literature. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You would like a job working in the summer camp which runs sports and outdoor activities for children and young people.
Write a letter to the organisers of the summer camp. In your letter:
describe your personality
say what relevant experience and skills you have
explain what sort of work you would like to do.
Some parents believe that students must work hard at school and spend their free time learning their school lessons, while others believe that students need to spend their free time playing and developing other skills. With which opinion do you agree? Use spesific reasons to support your opinion.
Some people say that computer skills should be added to primary subjects such as reading, writing, and math in elementary schools. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
A museum near your home is looking for people to do unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntery work at the museum.
write a letter to the museum director to apply for the volunteer work in your letter
explain why ou want to do voluntary 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
People should only concentrate on a single skill for life because it is the best way to succeed. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
topic: Write a letter to a company asking for a refund for something
you bought from them online. In your letter include:
what you bought
what the problem is
why you want a refund
write 150 words atleast in 20 minutes.
Nowadays a growing number of boys and girls within normal weight ranges have an intense fear of gaining weight and therefore get anorexia. Why do you think a lot of teenagers have a strong desire to be skinny? What can be done to prevent this eating disorder?
Completing university is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job,other people believe that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and gibe your opinion.
The bestway to reduce youth crime is to educate parents about good parenting skills. 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. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Your pen friend has written you a letter asking for advice on how to improve his/her eating habits and get fit. Write a letter offering advice.