The bar chart below shows the estimated oil capasity of six countries,in millioms of barrels per day,from 1990 to 2010
You have borrowed money from your bank. You agreed to repay a fixed amount every month. However, it will be difficult to pay any money back this month. Write an email to the bank in about 150-200 words. Your email should do the following things: State the amount of money you borrowed and the repayment schedule. Explain why you borrowed the money. Explain the reason you cannot pay any money this month and why you will be able to pay next month.
the chart below show the results of a survey about people's coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in five Australian cities. summarize the information and make a comparison.
While in some countries children start school at the age of four, in other countries they start at the age of seven. Some people believe that starting school early affects the relationships between parents and children. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of starting school early and give you own opinions.
Many people think that students should be allowed to choose the subjects that they study in school, whereas others feel that they should study a set curriculum. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
While mobile phones have many advantages, a number of problems have also resulted from them or the ways in which they are used. What are some of these problems? What solutions can you suggest for solving these problems?
IELTS Many young people choose to take a year out between finishing school and starting university in order to gain work experience or to travel. The experience of non-academic life benefits the individual when they return to education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the government is wasting money on the arts and that this money could be better spent elsewhere. To what extent do you agree with this view? (frequently repeated topic)
Many people say that globalization and the growing number of multinational companies have a negative effect on the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position. Find the sample answer to this question
You want to ask your boss for time off work.
Write a letter requesting time off work. In your letter
1. why you are requesting time off work
2. give details of dates
3. explain how you will ensure to keep up with your work
Nowadays many students have the opportunity to study some or all of their course in a foreign country. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
School children are becoming far too dependent on computers. this is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. teacher need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all cost and go back to teaching basic study skills. do you agree or disagree?
In order to study at university students are required to pay expensive tution fees. Not all students can afford them so some people think that university education should be free for everyone. To what extend do you agree?
A person’s worth nowadays seems to be judged according to social status and material possessions. Old-fashioned values, such as no longer seem important. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people think that hosting an international sports events are good for the country while some people think it's bad. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The given three line graphs demonstrate data on the amount of Australian dollars in Australian business with China, Japan, and the US between 2004 and 2009.
Some people believe that preserving the natural environment is crucial; however, most make no effort to do so. Why do you think this is happening? What are some simple actions that could help the environment?
An increasing number of professionals such as professors, doctors, engineers, physicians are leaving their developing countries in search of better standards of living and quality of life, higher salaries, access to advanced technology and more stable political and economic conditions in developed countries.
The chart shows the percentage of people who have moved house either in the last 3 years, between 3 to 5 years or not within the last 5 years
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was servd for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
• say what the participants liked about the hotel
• explain why they were unhappy about the food
• suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in future
Schools concentrate far too much on traditional subjects which do not adequately prepare students for the realistic demands of the modern working world. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think a rise in the standard of living in a country only seems to benefit cities more than rural areas. What problems may those differences cause? How to reduce this problem?
In some countries, students pay their college or university fees, while in some others, the government pays for them. Do the advantages of governments paying for fees outweigh the disadvantages?
COmpare Advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective. Comics BOoks Radio Television FIlms Theatre
In many cities around the world, traffic congestion has become a major problem. What are the causes of this problem, and what measures can be taken to solve it?
Inspite of the advantages made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry. Why is this the case? What can be done about this problem?
Your next-door neighbor likes to listen to music late at night. Because of the loud music, you often lose sleep.
Write a letter to the building manager. In your letter
describe the situation
explain the problems it is causing you
offer at least one solution
Nowadays, a growing numbers of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
The chart below shows the amount of leisure time enjoyed by men and women of different employment status. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
Many criminals commit further crimes as source as they released from prison What do you think are the cause of this? What possible solutions can you suggest?
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to the businessman. In your letter
●remind him when and where you met
●tell him what kind of job you are interested in
●say why you think you would be suitable for the job
Some companies have uniforms for their employees which must be worn when they are at work. What are the advantages for a business of having a uniform and are there any advantages of having uniform for their staff? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
The first chart below shows the percentages of school-girls and boys who were at secondary school in four regions of the world in 2000. The second chart shows the percentages of college-aged men and women in higher education in the same year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays, many people have to work longer hours, and they feel more stressed out than before. What are the reasons for stress at the workplace? What can employers do to make their employees’ life easier?
The first chart below shows how energy is used in an average Australian household.The second chart shows the greenhouse gas amissions which result from this energy use.
In many countries, some people live with their families while studying,but other students prefer to attend universities in other cities.Do the benefits of living away from home outweigh the disadvantage.
Face-to-face communication is better than other types of communication such as letters, email, or telephone calls. How far you agree or disagree with this statement?
You recently took an IELTS test and there were some problems that you believe affected your
score. Write a letter to the British Council or IDP.
In your letter:
explain what happened
say if other candidates were affected
and explain what you would like the BC/IDP to do
Some people think that secondary or high secondary students should be taught how to use money management as it important life skills. Do you agree or disagree??
living in a counrty where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social and practical problems . in what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement
The bar chart below shows the percentage of Australian men and women in different age groups who did regular physical activities in 2010.
You were recently impressed by a staff member at a supermarket.
Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter:
•Describe the situation
•Explain how you were helped
•State what you are going to do as a result of this good experience
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
You lost an item while travelling on a bus. An employee of the bus company assisted you in recovering your lost item. Write a letter to the company manager to thank the employees In your letter:
- Describe what you lost and how the employee helped you to find it.
- Say how you felt after recovering it
- Explain why it is important to you
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that the option to start work straight after school it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both view and give your opinion. Chat Conversation End Type a message...
Some people think that space exploration is a waste of resources, while others think that it’s essential for mankind to continue to explore the universe in which we live. Discuss both views and give your opinion
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? older buildings How can people research this? specific ways to find information on older buildings
The graph below shows Australian people played four sorts of sports
What do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world? How can people work towards achieving an ideal society?
Today’s children are living under more pressure from the society than children in the past. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money came from and the charts show how it was distributed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.