Interviews from the basic selecting criteria for most large companies. However some people think that interview not a reliable method of chosing whom to employ and there are other better methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
style which cannot be treated with modern medicines. Some people think that a return to traditional medicine should be encouraged? To what extent do you agree?
The bar chart illuistrats the percentage deviation of internatinal students among university graduates in different Canadian cities between 2001 and 2006.
The shift from buying in shops to buying online is causing a range of problems in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement ?
Some say that it would be better if the majority of employees worked from home instead of traveling to a workplace every day. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working from home. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that teenagers should prefer on all school subjects to the subject that they are best at or that they find the most interest. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?q
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planned future development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. M.A
Some people believe that all university students should be required to study abroad for at least one semester. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of such a policy.
the world of work is changing rapidly and people cannot depend on the same job or the same condition of work for life.discuss the causes and give your suggestions on how people should prepare for workin the future
The line charts illustrate how much the possession of electrical appliances
In some countries, companies allow people to work from home. In others, people are still expected to work in an office. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experiences.
Many people think that job satisfaction is important in work. Do you think young people these days should be sure of job satisfaction before taking a new job or should they put salary first?
Some believe that it is the responsibility of people to take care of the environment. Others say it is the government that should take care of the environment. Discuss both views and state your opinion.
in the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowaday, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development.
The pie charts below show the number of hours spent in a British university library by undergraduates, postgraduates,and the total student population
Scientists believe that in order to protect the environment, people must use less energy in their daily lives. However, most people have not changed the way they live. Why do you think many people have not taken individual action? What could be done to encourage them to take action?
Some people think that the best way to reduce time spent in travelling to work is to replace parks and gardens close to the city centre with apartment buildings for commuters, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
For the past year you have been a member of a local club. Now you want to discontinue your membership.
Write a letter to the club secretary.
In your letter
-state what type of membership you have and how you have paid for this
-give details of how you have benefited from the club
-explain why you want to leave
some people claim that not enough of waste from home is recycled. they say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. to what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
ome people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
The first chart below shows how energy is used in an average British household. The second chart shows the greenhouse gas emissions which result from this energy use. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/she would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email Describe where you lived when you were a student at the university Recommend the best way for him/ her to look for accommodation Warn him/her of mistaken students make when choosing accommodation
A recent study showed people in developed countries are not as happy as they were before development. What are the causes of this and what are some possible solutions?
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.
One of your colleagues is leaving for a new job, and your manager has asked you to arrange a farewell party for him/her.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter,
suggest a suitable date and time for the party
recommend a place
discuss the food and entertainment options that should be available
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr/Mrs ..................,
Over the past few decades, technological appliances have increasingly become common features inclass. Context, many people worry that this may lead to the disappearance of traditional educators?to what extent do you agree or disagree
The rise of convenience foods has helped people keep up with the speed of the modern life style. what are the advantages of this trend ? do the advantages outweigh the disadavantages?
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want onine without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions, like nurses, doctors, and teachers. Some people think it is fully justified, while others believe it is unfair. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A family member is coming to stay with you. He/she will be arriving by train in the morning, but you won’t be home until the evening.
Write a letter to your relative. In your letter:
explain arrangements you have made for them to have keys and get into the house
tell your relative how to get from the train station to your house
say when you will be home and suggest what you could do together that evening
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear…
Write at least 150 words.
There are some motives for people to work. some people think that money is the most important do you agree or disagree
The bar chart compares the percentage of time Australian mothers and fathers spent helping their children with four activities in 2013
Many students choose to take a gap year before starting university, to travel or gain work experience. Do you think this is a good idea ora waste of time?
One problem faced by almost every large city is traffic congestion.
· What do you think the causes are?
· What solutions can you suggest?
The pie charts illustrate the distribution of average household expenditures in Japan and Malaysia for the year 2010.
The charts below shows the percentage of two genres of TV programmes watched by male and female in Australia.
Some people say that the studying at school is not important because the most important things are leant outside the school. Do you agree or disagree
Some people think schools should only teach students academic subjects. Others think schools should also teach students how to discriminate between right and wrong. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some scientist think that there are intelligent life forms on other planets and message should be sent to contact them other scientist think that it is a bad idea and would be dangerous discuss both the view and give your opinion ?
Some people think traffic and housing problems in big cities can be solved by moving companies and their employee to the countryside.Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. -Comics -Books -Television -Film -Theatre Give reasons for you answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
the chart below shows the results of survey about people coffee and tea buying and drinking habit in five australian cities.
‘The best way to educate children is by using the Internet in every lesson.’ To what extent do you
share this opinion? What other ways are there of making lessons effective for children?
some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a suceesful career, while others believe that it is better to get job straight after graduating from high school. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
The chart below shows the number of men and women in further education in Britain in three period and whether they were studying full-time and part-time.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thity years that many cities in the world are now 'one big traffic jam'. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
Some people think that the government should strictly control the supply of fresh water, as it is a limited resource, while others it should not be regulated. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some think that residents should responsible for keeping their areas clean and tidy, while others say it is the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and state your own opinion.
Every weekend you and a few close friends meet to play a team sport. Last week one of your friends had an accident and was hospitalised. Since he was not able to make it you decide to write a letter to him, telling him about the match.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
tell him which team won
describe the conditions on the day
say how you felt about the match
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper.
In your letter
-say which points in the article you agree with
-explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
-offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article