A young person will start work at your office next month to gain work experience. Write a letter to him/her.
In your letter
inform him/her about the work that needs to be done at the office;
explain what he/she is supposed to do on the first day;
suggest what he/she should bring to work.
In order to take up a new sport some people think it is better to have access to the latest technology and the most up to date equipment. Other people believe that these things are not necessary for starting a new sport. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
You are about to start social meetings in a particular area where people from different nationalities can take part.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper requesting him to publish information about this:-
- What activities you have planned
- When the first meeting takes place and where
Ques: Being a celebrity- such as a famous film star or sports personality – brings problems as well as benefits
Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?
Your neighbours have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house/flat. Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter :
1. Explain the reason for the noise
2. Apologise
3. Describe what action you will take
Start with Dear, Mr. Zaveri and Mr. Dalal
Some companies sponsor sport and sports stars as a way to advertise themselves. Some people think it is good, while others think there are disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A. 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.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___________,
It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outeigh the disadvantages?It is often argued that taking risks in both professional and personal lives is essential. While there are potential disadvantages to risk-taking, I believe the benefits far outweigh them. Risks can not only prepare individuals for an unpredictable future but also foster a fearless mindset, both of which are crucial for personal and professional growth.
To begin with, taking risks opens up opportunities that can lead to a more prosperous future. The uncertainties of later stages in life mean that no one can predict what will happen. By embracing risks, people increase their chances of achieving success, even if the outcome is not guaranteed. For instance, if an individual decides to invest a portion of their earnings, despite the inherent risk of losing money, the potential return could be significant and life-changing. Without taking this risk, the money might otherwise be spent on non-essential activities, such as dining out or entertainment, which offer no long-term financial benefits. Similarly, in personal life, starting a new relationship involves the risk of emotional vulnerability. While there are no guarantees that a relationship will last or bring happiness, taking that leap often leads to growth and meaningful connections.
Furthermore, a fearless mindset, essential for both personal and professional success, is developed through risk-taking. People who consistently take risks are often more resilient and better equipped to handle challenges. Many successful leaders, for example, built their careers by confronting obstacles head-on rather than avoiding them. These individuals learned early on that facing uncertainties strengthens their problem-solving abilities and enables them to achieve their goals. The well-known saying "no risk, no gain" holds true, as those willing to take calculated risks often reap the rewards, developing a mindset that is critical for long-term success.
Admittedly, taking risks does carry the potential for failure or loss. There is always a chance that an investment may not yield returns or that a relationship may not work out. However, these potential drawbacks are outweighed by the personal growth and opportunities that come from stepping out of one's comfort zone. Without risk, people would remain stagnant, unable to adapt to the unpredictable nature of life. It is through risk-taking that individuals learn valuable lessons, regardless of the immediate outcome.
Being a celebrity –such as a famous film star or sports personality. Brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity bring more benefits or more problems?
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.
The graph below shows the number of library books read by boys and girls at Starmouth School from 2006 to the present. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, make comparasions where relevant.
Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a six-month agreement. You now wish to stay in the apartment for longer than the six months you originally agreed with the owner.
Write a letter to the owner of your apartment. In your letter,
say how long you now want to rent the apartment for
explain why your plans have changed
tell the owner about a problem in the apartment
In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel between finishing high school and starting a university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.
The table shows the percentage of the rooms occupied in six hotels during May to September between 1985 and 2000. The table also indicates the star rating of each hotel.
Since not all children have a natural talent for language, not all of them should start learning a foreign language in primary school. Do you agree or disagree?
With the increasing demand for energy such as oil and gas, people start to look for their sources in remote and untouched places. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Write an essay with no less than 250 words.
You are due to start new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems.
Write a letter to your new employeer. In your letter:
•Explain your situation
•Describe your problems
•Tell him or her when you think you can start.
Some people feel that entertainers ( eg film stars, pop musicians or sport stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid?
Some companies sponsor sport and sport star as a way to advertise themselves. Some people think it is good while others think there are disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Being a celebrity – such as a famous film star or sports personality – brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?
You share a parking area with several neighbours and have recently started having problems. Write a letter to be copied to all neighbours that share the parking area
explaining the problems
suggesting ways to help the situation
proposing a possible meetin
With the help of the internet, many people have now started to communicate with others online comfortably rather than confronting them face to face. According to you, what are the advantages as well as disadvantages of communicating online?
You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of the nearest private sports club. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself
• Say why you are interested in this club
• Ask some questions about the club ,facilities, members, costs.
There has been more and more mass shooting, especially in schools. Some people think that the best way to solve this problem is to provide the ability of possessing gun to the teacher, while others argue that this will be the start of more violence. To what extent do you agree?
Film stars and music celebrities may earn a great deal of money and live in luxurious surroundings, but many of them lead unhappy lives. Do you agree? To what extent is this the price they pay for being famous? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Some people say that professional workers such as doctors, nurses and teachers who make a greater contribution to society should be paid more than sports athletes and entertainment stars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people feel that entertainers (e.g. films stars, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree?
The given line graph depicts the needs of enquiring that the Tourist Information Office received within six months starting from January 2011 in a city.
Childern have more and more tests and exams to do at school, sometimes starting from the age of five or six right up untill the age of eighteen. What are the advantages and disadvantages if making childern do exams
nowadays, college students and even high students start to work at a young age. do you think it is a positive or negative development?
In recent years sports starts have become increasingly famous and wealthy. For some this is a benefit, raising the profile of sports, but for others it is a negative influence. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have recently started working in a new company. write a letter to your friend. In your letter
Explain why you changed job
discribe your new job
tell him/her about other news
Being a celebrity - such as a famous film star or sports personality - brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think being a celebrity brings more benefit or more problems?
The chart illustrates the comparison of various types of energy generation in France namely coal, gas, petrol, nuclear and the other energy over the period of 10 years starting in 1995.
you recently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancel your booking.
Write a letter to the college adminstaror, In your letter
say which par-time course you booked
explain why you need to cancel your booking
ask about booking a different course
These days people pay more attention to famous film stars than to famous scientists. Why is this happening? Explain the trend giving reasons and examples to support your opinion.
The line graph gives information relating to the average number of British travelers using car, bus and train to commute on a daily basis over a period of 6 decades, starting from 1970.
ou are about to start social meetings in a particular area where people from different nationalities can take part.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper requesting him to publish information about this:-
- What activities you have planned
- When the first meeting takes place and where
Some people think that children should start primary school later in life, others say that they should start it before 7 . Discuss both views, giving your own opinion.
Many people cant speak or present well in public, an idea is to start training from the school.State if it is important to speak well in public.Do you agree or disagree.
The diagram below shows the stages in the production of silk starting with moths laying eggs and ending with the production of silk fabric.
Some people say that children should go to school as early as possible, while others believe that children shouldn’t start school until they are at least 7 years old. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that pop stars deserve to earn more money than classical music performers. Some disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Most Countries allow 18 year olds to start driving a car. Some say it is good to allow it at this age, while others think that the age to start driving should be at least 25. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people decide to start their own business instead of working for a company or organization. Do the advantages for people working for their own business outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write a letter to your friend inviting him/her to a music concert. Please say
– Where and when does the concert start?
– What type of music will be played there?
– Why do you think your friend will enjoy it?
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 this offers benefits the individual when they return to education. Discuss both sides of this argument, to what extent do you agree or disagree?
You are due to start a new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems.
Write a letter to your new employer. In your letter
• explain your situation
• describe your problems
• tell him/her when you think you can start.
You should
You do NOT need to write your own address.
Some people think that children should start school at a very early age. Others believe that they should not go to school until they are older. Discuss both viewers and give your opinion.
Pop stars earn more than classical music performers. Some people think this is completely reasonable while others think it unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.