Some argue that Halloween and similar festivities at the end of October are becoming too commercialized, focusing more on costumes and decorations than the original cultural and historical significance. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Support your opinion with examples and reasons.
The use of personal cars has increased more than ever before but this use of cars causes many problems. What are those problems? To reduce these problems, should we discourage people to use cars? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
The graph below shows the number of tourists going to three resorts in a small town from January to June. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the quantities of goods transported in the UK between 1974 and 2002 by four different modes of transport. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. (
The table gives information about the value of exports of kiwi fruit from New Zealand to five countries between 2010 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below shows how geothermal energy is used to produce electricity. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Geothermal power plant Generator Turbine - Steam Cold water Condenser (powered by (powered by turbine and steam) produces electricity) 4.5 km Cold water pumped down Hot water pumped up 2 The injection well Geothermal zone (hot rocks) 3 The production well
The bar chart below shows the percentage of Australian men and women in different age groups who did regular physical activity in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparisons where relevent.
The chart gives employment and education statistics for eight European countries in 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
the map a below shows the ground floor of a particular art gallery in 2005. plan b shows the same area in the present day. summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Question: Some young children spend a great amount of their time practicing sports. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to the 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. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Question: Internet allows us to stay connected with each other no matter where we are. On the other hand, it isolates us and encourages people not to socialize. To what extent do you agree or disagree with these statements? Give reasons to your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some high schools require all students to wear school uniforms. Other high schools permit students to decide what to wear to school. Which of these two school policies do you think is better? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Some people believe that children’s leisure activities must be educational, otherwise, they are a complete waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience. (Theme 1ta)
More young people in the workforce change their jobs or careers every few years. What are the reasons for this? Do the disadvantages outweigh the advantages?
Some people say thhat the only reason for learnig a foreign langua is in order to tavel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The graphs below show the average daily hours of sunshine and the average monthly temperature in Darwin and Melbourne. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
today, the high sales of popular consumer goals reflect the power of advertising, and not the real needs of the society in which they are sold. to what extent do you agree or disagree give reasons for you answer and include any relevant examples for onw knowledge or experence.
The diagrams show the problem of flooding in a UK town and two possible solutions. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
It is easier for wealthy people to maintain good health than it is for people who do not have large amounts of money. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The best way to reduce poverty in developing countries is by providing at least six years of free education for each child, so that all children can read, write and use numbers.To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
the diagram below shows the stages involved in the carcon cycle. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The chart below shows the results of a survey about people’s coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in five Australian cities. Summarise the informaiton by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Even though globalization affects the world's economies in a very positive way, its negative side should not be forgotten. What is your view? Discuss. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The chart below shows the percentage of people accessing news via different media in one country in 2013, 2015 and 2017. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features. Make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that it is important to spend a lot of money on family celebration, while others think it is a waste of money. Discuss both views. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table below shows the monthly expenditure of an average Australian family in 1991 and 2001. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The growing number of overweight is puttung a strian on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health issue involed some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The diagram below shows the process of recycling plastic bottles. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. aa
The table below shows the changes in some household types in Canada from 1984 to 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Human activity has had a negative effect on plants and animals all over the world. Some people think that it is too late to do something about it. Others think that there is still time to take effective action. Discuss both sizes and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You should spend about 40 minutes on this question. Many people today are worried about *cybercrime' such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does *cybercrime' cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and businesses to take? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own experience.
The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average percentages of sodium, saturated fats and added sugars in typical meals consumed in the USA Sodium 14% 14% Saturated fat 21% 16% 29% 26% 43% 37% Breakfast Dinner Lunch Snacks Added sugar 42% 16% 23% 19% 20
Some people say that mobile phones have made communication easier and more convenient. Other people say that mobile phones have made life more complex and stressful. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer
The charts show information about percentage of men and women aged 60-64 who were employed in four countries in 1970-2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the steps in the manufacturing of electronic products at Sparks Inc. Describe the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some movies are serious designed to make the audience think. Other movies are designed primarily to amuse and entertain. Which type of movie do you prefer? Use specific reasons and answers to support your answer.
The diagrams below show three methods by which three companies choose to recruit new employees. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph and chart below give information on the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius (°C) and the average number of days with rainfall each month for two Australian cities. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows how young people in Tokyo, Japan, listen to music over the previous month. the pie chart shows a record company international finding about whether people preferred live or recorded music. summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons were relavant.
Today we can see excessive consumption of natural resources such as air, fresh water, oil and so on. The usage is increasing at a very dangerous pace and is already reaching critical levels. What are the reasons contributing to this? What should be done to minimise the effects?
Imagine that a company plans to build an industry in your hometown. Discuss the factory might improve your community. Do you favor or oppose to build in your community. Give reasons and examples.
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. You find it very difficult to work there because he or she always has friends visiting. They have parties in the room and sometimes borrow 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. Explain your reasons.
The tables below give information about sales of Fairtrade- labelled coffee ans bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European counties. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Convenience foods will become increasingly prevalent and eventually replace traditional foods and traditional methods of food preparation. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Nowadays celebrities earn more money than politicians. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The bar chart below shows the number of employed persons by job type and sex for Australia last year Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows the current percentages of world land cover by type. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.(N)
In some countries, the number of people visiting art galleries is reducing. What do you think the reasons for this are? How can we solve this problem?
We all work or will work in our jobs with many different kinds of people. In your opinion, what are some important characteristics of a co-worker (someone you work closely with)? Use reasons and specific examples to explain why these characteristics are important.