Governments should focus their spending on public services rather than on the arts (e.g. music and painting). To what extent do you agree or dis agree?
some people like to spend their liesure time after work with their coworkers while others like to keep their private life separate from work. Discuss both sides.
These days many young people are spending less time doing outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain climbing, and enjoing nature. What are the reasons for it? How can we encourage them to do more of these activities?
Some persons prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding changes. Others, however think that change is a good thing. Discuss both these views and give your opinion
The pie charts show changes in American spending patterns between 1966 and 1996.
Some people say that schools should invest in the best equipment for students, while others say that schools should spend on hiring good teachers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows the spending of UK residents on visits abroad between 1993 and 2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Govenments should spend more money on railways than roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The three pie charts below show the changes in annual spending by local authorities in Someland in 1980, 1990 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
These days, children have easy access to home computers, tablet computers, and smartphones, and many spend a large part of their free time using these devices.
You should spend around 20 minutes on this task. The diagrams below give information on transport and car use in Edmonton. Summarize information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that to spend time on professional development is more important while others argue that we should use more time with families. Which one do you agree? To discuss both and give your opinion.
You were invited by a friend to go on a holiday together, but you couldn’t attend.Write a letter to your friend.In your letter:
•apologize for not being able to join them on the holiday
•explain the reason why you couldn’t attend
•suggest another time or activity to meet and spend time together.
Some people says that it is a waste of public money to spend on cultural events, others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion
In a number of counties, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some children spend hours everyday on their smartphones. What is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative developmnet?
some people say thay it is better to promote healthy lifestyle than spend so much money treat obese people. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in 5 different countries in 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday • describe some possible disadvantages • say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
Some people believe that it’s important to spend a lot of money on family celebration while others think it’s a waste of money. Discuss both views
some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much time is spend on learning facts and not enough on learning practical tests. Do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the proportion of people’s total spending in a particular European country was spent on different commodities and services in 1958 and in 2008. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below gives information about the ratio of income to spending (in dollars) by Americans by age range in 2013. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
-explain why you want to work in the company’s head office for six months
-say how your work could be done while you are away
-ask for his-her help in arranging it
Writing Task 1:
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter,
•explain why you changed jobs
•describe your new job
• tell him / her your other news
Today children spend a lot of their free time watching TV. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of this practice? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that children should spend all of their free time with their families. Others believe that this ia unnecessary or even negative. Discuss the possible arguments on both sides, and say which side you personally support.
In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe hat money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people think children’s spending time on TV, video and PC games is good, while others think it is bad. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say the government should give healthcare the first priority, some others believe there are more important priorities to spend the tax payers' money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting main features, and make comparisons where relevant. (CONG THANH)
Government around the world spend too much money on treating illness and diseases and not enough on health education and prevention. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Many people say that teenagers should concentrate on all school subjects equally. Others, however, believe that students should spend more time on subjects they like, or are good at. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The given table compares the spending level of the government on education and participation level of youngsters in five countries in 2002.
Some people think that governments should spend more money on sports facilities for top athletes. others argue that this money should be spent for sports facilities for ordinary people. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case?Do you think this is a positive or a negativedevelopment?
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.
Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter
tell them when you will be arriving and leaving
explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost
ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel
You should
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people spend most of their lives living close to where they were born. What might be the reasons for this? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The charts below show the proportion of people's spending on different commodities and services in a particular European country in 1958 and in 2008.
Parents should encourage children to spend less time studying and more time doing physical activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Last year you met someone on holiday and became friends. He/she has informed you that he/she will be travelling near your hometown on business in a few months’ time.
Write a letter to your friend inviting him/her to stay with you. In your letter,
•express how pleased you are to hear from him/her
•invite him/her to stay with you
•tell him/her about your ideas of how you could spend some time together
These days many people prefer to work longer hours and spend less time at home. Are there more advantages than disadvantages to this trend?
SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT SOME STUDENTS SPEND A GAP YEAR DOING VOLUNTARY WORK OR PURSUING THEIR OWN INTERESTS BEFORE STARTING UNIVERSITY LIFE. DO U AGREE OR DISAGREE?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words.
You have just returned from holiday and were not satisfied with your trip. Write to the travel agency. In your letter
•Say where / when you went on holiday
•Explain why you are not satisfied with your holiday
•Tell them what you would like them to do
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
The given graph shows the past and projected figures of the government spending as a percentage of GDP for the years 2000 to 2025 in three areas.
Experts say that if older people spend their time with others and exercise daily, they will be healthier and happier. However, many elderly people do not exercise and spend time alone. What are the reasons for this? How can this be resolved?
You are soon going to spend three month doing work experience in an organisation. Write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you are going to do work experience In your letter.
Thank the manager fort he opportunşity to do work experience.
Explain what you hope to learn from the work experience.
Ask some questions about the work experience you are going to do.
More and more people today are spending large amounts of money on their complexions in order to look younger. Why do people want to look younger? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Write a letter to your friend who has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. In your letter:
•give contact details for when you are away,
•give instructions about how to care for your pet,
•describe other household duties you would like your friend to undertake.
You should and spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Out of a country health budget, a large proportion should be diverted from treatment to spending on health education and preventive measures. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?