In many countries, schools have started to include online learning as part of their curriculum. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Some people feel that entertainers for example film starts,pop musicians or sports starts are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree. Which other types of job should be highly paid.
The map describes the changes which took place in a town called Frenton over 22 years, starting from 1990.
You were going to start a job next month, but you will not be able to. Write a letter to your future employer. In your letter
explain the situation
describe your problem(s)
tell him/her when you can start work
You have just started a course in a college which have 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 sports club
*ask some question about the club e.g., facilities, members, cost
Speaking more than one language is important these days. Therefore, children should start learning a second language during their school time. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that children should start at a very early age. But others believe that should not go to school until they are older. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You have received a job offer for an exciting, new position. Although you are expected to start on September 7th, you are only available to start a week later due to personal reasons.
Write a letter to your new boss. In your letter:
Express your enthusiasm for the job offer
Explain the problem
Suggest what you can do
The graph below shows japan’s population by age group starting in 1960 and including a forecast to 2024
Some people feel that entertainers (e.g. stars, pop musicians or sports stars)are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of jobs should be highly paid? To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
v In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this .
Some people believe that there should be a gap year after finishing high school (secondary school) and before starting university. To what extent you agree or disagree?
Five mmonths ago, you started renting an apartment on a six-month agreement. You 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.
Some people decide to start their own business instead of working hours for a company or organization. Do the advantages for people working for their own business outweight the disadvantages?
Write an essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view. A lot of young people take a gap year before they start university. Do you think this is a good or a bad thing?
Most countries spend lots of money on education as they start to recognise its importance. In your opinion which two following subjects are the most important for your people and which one is the least important? Subject: Literature, Sport, Mathematics, Economy, Physics, History, Music, Geography.
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.
v In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this .
You found a job opportunity in a foreign country.
Write a letter to your friend who knows about the country. In your letter
explain your situation
describe your problems
tell him/her when you will be starting the job
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
Dear Sir,
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. In that letter
• explaining the problems
• suggesting ways to help the situation
• proposing a possible meeting
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Neighbours,
The bar chart compares the yearly number of visitors in 3 different museums from 2007 to 2012. Overall, the peak of visitors' number was in 2012, while the lowest point was in 2009 and 2010. Victoria and Albert Museum was the most popular from 2007 to 2009. During 2007-2008 its annual number of visitors remained constant at about 14 million people per year. However, the figure started to decline rapidly in 2009, and reached its lowest point of about 8 millions in 2010, becoming the least popular museum for the rest of the period. After that, the number of Victoria and Albert Museum's visitors gradually rose up to 10 million visitors within 2 years. British Museum was the second most popular in 2007, being outraced by Victoria and Albert Museum. Nevertheless, its number of visitors experienced a sharp fall in 2008 and remained unchanged the following year. Then, the figure started to increase. It reached its peak of approximately 14 million visitors in 2012, regaining its position of 2007. National Gallery Museum showed the most notable development with a steady growth throughout the period. Being the least popular museum in the beginning, it experienced a growth of more than 10 million visitors over 6-year period, and became the most visited museum in 2012.
In many countries, sports stars earn extremely high salaries. Some people believe that sports stars earn too much money, while others claim that they deserve their high salaries. Discuss both views and give your opinion
“You want to start your own business. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter:
tell him/her about your business
explain why you think it is a good idea and
ask him/her for some help or advice”
You want to start your own business. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter: tell him/her about your business
explain why you think it is a good idea and
ask him/her for some help or advice
Some people think that children should start school as early as possible, while others believe that they should start school at the age of seven. Discuss both views ond give your own opinion.
Some people think that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school while others believe childrens should not start until secondary school. 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 advantage outweigh the disadvantages?
nowadays, college students and even high students start to work at a young age. do you think it is a positive or negative development?
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 outweigh the disadvantages
Some people think students should be encouraged to work or travel after finishing secondary education and before starting university. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Share your own experience and examples.
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Some people say that the experiences a child has before starting school have the most influence on their future life. Others say that experiences as a teenager, especially at school, are more influential. Discuss both views and give your own opinion?
Some people think that children should start school sooner while others believe they should not start it before seven. Discuss both views, and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows the number of library books read by boys and girls at Starmouth Schooll from 2006 to the present. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparion where relevant.
Some people think that formal education should start for children as early as possibl. While others think that it should not start until 7 years of age. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are Dimitar Borisov/Elena Borisova. Write a formal letter to your school director in which you suggest starting an Ancient Civilisations Club.
Some people feel that entertainers such as film stars, pop musicians or sports stars are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The chart presents the number of international students enrolled in four major Australian universities from 2010 to 2020. Key Details: University of Sydney: Had 25,000 international students in 2010, rising steadily to 50,000 in 2020. University of Melbourne: Started at 20,000 in 2010, with moderate growth to 35,000 in 2020. University of Queensland: Enrolled 15,000 students in 2010 but had only slight growth to 18,000 in 2020. Australian National University (ANU): Had the lowest number of international students, increasing from 10,000 to 15,000 over the
The graph below shows China's population by age group starting in 1960 and including a forecast to 2050.
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.
You started in your present job two years ago. You now feel it is important for your career development to move to a different department in the same company.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
•Say what you have learned in your present job,
•Suggest how the company would benefit from moving you to a different department,
•Explain why you do not wish to leave the company.
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 sports club
•ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities, members, costs
Begin as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
In the past, most people used to travel to their place of work. With increased use of computer, the internet and smartphone, more and more people are to starting to work from home. What are the advantage and disadvantages of this development.
Nowadays young people increasingly admire media persons and sports stars even though they don't set a good example. Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people feel that entertainers (e.g. film stars, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other type of job should be highly paid?
The graph below shows the number of library books read by bos and girls at Starmourth School from 2006 to the present.
The international tech company has placed an advertisement for the web developer in your local newspaper.
Write a letter applying for the position. In your letter,
1. explain what you are currently doing.
2. describe why you are suitable for this job.
3. explain when you are available to start.
You should write at least 150 words.
In some countries, schools have started teaching students about criminal laws and the consequences of breaking them. Is this a positive or negative development?
In recent times more and more people have started working from home rather than going to the office. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working from home?
Some people feel that entertainers (e.g. stars, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of job should be highly paid?To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? (IELTS 2, AC)