Some people think that getting degree from university is the best way to guarantee a good job, while others believe that it would be better go straight into work and get experience. Discus both sides and give your opinion.
Drug abuse is an increasing problem in modern times. Discuss some reasons behind this and suggest ways it can be solved.
Last year you attended a presentation skill course at the Sidney College of Australia. You new employer has asked you to provide copies of your reports and assignments as quickly as possible. Write a letter to the direction of the school.
In your letter:
*Explain who you are and why you are writing
*Request these documents
*Ask whether you need to pay any fee for that
You work for the Angus Hotel Group. There is a new position opening in your department. Write to your manager and apply for the job. In the letter,
-Describe who you are and current role
-Explain why you would like to apply for the new position
-Suggest how the manager can assist with your application
Your child is going on a trip to another country for a week. The school authority is looking for some parents who can join the trip. You are interested in going with the children. Write a letter to the head of the school. In your letter, say why you want to join the team mention what you can do to assist also ask questions related to the trip
The graph and bar chart below show the avarage monthly rainfall and temperature for one region of East Afican
Full time university students spend most of their time behind academic subjects. Some people say that they should engage in other activities also. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Students in university education should become a specialist in one subject rather than develop a wider range of different subjects. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child’s development while others think that it is important for children to go to school. Discuss the advantages of both methods and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You have now reached the end of your Writing test; download the answers and see how well you have done.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past 30 years that may cities in the world are now "one big traffic jam" How true do you think this statement is? What measurement can government take to avoid this.
Describe the last time you received an important letter or email. You should say: who the letter or email was from when you received it what it was about and explain how it made you feel.
You have just read read in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
* Correct the information in the article
* Example why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
* Suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
The line graph shows the number of video game discs that were bought in 4 months in 2014 from 4 different game stores, and the pie chart shows the percentage of games that had highest sale over the time.
the table below gives information about the daily cost of water per person in five
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public. Write a letter to the company. In your letter - describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team - summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts - say how you think the company should spend the money Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
The chart below shows the proportion of profits made from the seven most viewed movie genres in US cinemas in 1995, 2000, and 2005 as a percentage of the total earnings of the US film industry for each year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The number of people who choose to get married in the future is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. To what extend do you agree or disagree? Marriage has been an important tradition for centuries. Two people choose each other to spend the rest of their lives together. However, it is predicted that the number of marriages in the future will decrease. I completely agree with this and this essay will present my reasons why.
You are going to visit New Zealand for an 'English and Homestay' program. You have just received details of your homestay host family.
Write your first letter to the family. In your letter
•introduce yourself
• ask the family some questions to get information that is important to you
• tell the family about your arrival date and time
Some people think that a car is the best way to travel in cities while others believe a bicycle is a better way. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. (14th Mar) (GT)
The best way to solve the world’s environment problem is to increase the price of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
People today are not fit as they were in the past . What are the causes for this ? What can the government do to deal with this isss?
the graph below showes how much money was spent on tourist infrasturacture in four different European countries from 1980 to 1992.
Some people suggest that setting up more gyms will encourage people to remain active. What problems are associated with this proposal? What solutions can you offer for good health?
Ordinary people try to copy famous personalities by seeing them on TV or reading about them in the newspapers. What is the reason for this? Is it a good idea to copy famous personalities? Give reasons for your answers along with relevant examples from your experience and knowledge. You can now solve this essay in at least 250 words.
In the 21st century, the average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some solutions that could be taken to reduce the effect of aging populations.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Your organized flight has been canceled. Write a letter to the airline company. You should 1) complain about the situation, 2) request what you need from them to make a travel insurance claim, 3) suggest what they should do in future situations. You should write at least 150 words.
Some people believe global trade is the best way for an economy to grow. However, others believe we should only produce and buy products made in our own country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The given charts depict two different ways of protection for homes which are at risk of being flooded, and both of the houses are raised above ground level. The main difference between the two protection plans is whether there is a stopbank or not In the first diagram, the function of a stopbank as a barrier against flooding from nearby rivers is illustrated. This barrier, depicted as a mound near a drain/river, exceeds the predicted height of a 100-year flood. Additionally, the houses can be built on stilts to prevent flooding from rainwater, and there is a floodgate beneath the stopbank opened to allow the internal winding to drain off into the river. In contrast, the second illustration portrays the dire consequences of a house lacking such protection, directly exposed to overflowing water. In this case, buildings are also raised on stilts. The height of the stilts is 300mm above the 100-year flood level which is called freeboard. This measurement can secure the house against the flood.
You are a student at a university in the UK. You have recently lost your university ID card.
Write to the local police station,
giving details of who you are,
what happened
and ask to record your details so that you can apply for a new ID card.
The position of women in society has changed markedly in the last twenty years. Mant of the problems young people now experience, such as juvenile delinquency, arise from the fact that many married women now work and are not at home to care for their children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your friend has been offered a place on course at the university where you studied.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
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 mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
Most high-level positions in companies are filled by men even though the workforce inmany developed countries is more than 50 per cent female. Companies should be required to allocate a certain percentage of these positions to women. To what extent do you agree?
There seems to be an increasing number of serious crimes committed each year. While some think the best way is to use the death penalty as a deterrent, many people believe that other measures will be needed. Discuss both sides. (Discussion essay)
The chart below shows the expenditure of two countries on consumer goods in 2010. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 word
In the past people use to spend their free time in a battery as compared to nowadays. To what extend do you agree or disagree.
You eat at your college cafeteria every lunchtime. However, you think it needs some improvements.
Write a letter to the college magazine. In your letter,
•explain what you like about the cafeteria
•say what is wrong with it
•suggest how it could be improved
Some people think that ti is impossible for females to be successful working women and good mothers at the same time. They also suggest that government should give salary to mothers who stay at home to take care of their children. Do you agree or disagree with the statement
The government's investment in arts, music and theatre is a waste of money. Governments should invest these funds in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with the sentence?
The continuous rise in the world's population is the greatest problem faced by humans at the present time. What are the causes of this continued rise? Do you agree that it is the greatest problem we are currently facing?
Test 2: In many countries around the world rural people are moving to cities so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
•give details of your study plans
•explain why you want to get a part- time job
•suggest how your friend could help you find a job.
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 served for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your lette
say what the participants liked about the hotel
explain why they were unhappy about the food
suggest what manager should do to improve the food in future.
Many people say we should invest more in space industry while others say we should spend that money on other purposes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Fast food is becoming a part of people's daily life everwhere, and this has had negative effects on our lifestyle and diet. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation,such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. others argue that ıt ıs better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion?
The graph below shows the percentages of tourists who used different types of transport to travel within a particular nation between 1989 and 2009. Each tourist may have used more than one type of transport.
The first chart shows the population of England and Wales between 1700 and 2000. The second chart gives information about the birth and death rate in the same countries in the same period.
You have lost your student identification card. This has created some problems for you.
Write a letter to the director of student services. In your letter
advise them of your situation
explain how this is affecting you
request a new card
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic: According to those in the travel business, the nature of the average 'holiday' is changing. Rather than seeking a relaxing break in a far-away place, people now want excitement on their holidays and are keen to participate in unusual and challenging activities. Do you agree or disagree?
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 information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in five cities in Australia ercentage of city residents 70% 65% 60% 55% 50% 45% 40% 35% 30% 25% 20% Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Adelaide Hobart Bought fresh coffee in last 4 weeks Bought instant coffee in last 4 weeks Went to a café for coffee or tea in last 4 weeks