The table below shows the numbers of same day and overnight stays in public and private hospitals in 5 Australlan for last year. The ple chart below shows percentages of same day and overnight stays in public and private hospitals in the same 5 Australian states.
Some people think the best way to stay fit is by joining a gym, while others think doing everyday activities such as walking is sufficient. Discuss both views and give your opinion .
You accidentally left an important item while checking out of a hotel. Please write a letter to the hotel manager and ask him/her to send the item back to you.
In your letter
provide the details of your stay;
describe the item you left behind;
tell the hotel manager how to return it to you.
You recently stayed at a hotel during your vacation, but you were not satisfied with some of the services provided. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
explain when you stayed at the hotel
describe the problems you experienced
say what you would like the manager to do about it
You are going to study in a college in the UK next year. You would like to stay in a college Hall of Residence.
Write a letter to the college. In your letter
explain your accommodation requirements
explain what your food needs are
ask what alternatives are available if they cannot provide what you want
These days, many people will stay home to watch a live performance (for example, a sports match or a concert) because they can see everything on a TV or computer screen. To what extent you agree or disagree?
You want to book a hotel that one of your friends recommended to you for a family holiday at the seaside .
write a letter to the hotel manager to make arrengements . In your letter,
-explain what accommodation you require and when you want to stay
-ask what will be included in the price
-enquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel.
the bar chart shows average years individuals in different age groups (25-35,35-45) can stay in one job in Europe and the USA betw een 1990 and 2015.
Your high school friend who has moved to another country will be visiting your country for a month. You have arranged a party for him/her.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter,
give the date and location of the party
say who are coming to the party
and mention things that he/she has missed during his/her stay in another country
You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your aunt lives in one of the cities you will be visiting.
Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter:
•Tell her about your holiday plans
•Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip
•Explain how you will make it up to her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Aunt Sally,
Some people believe that children should be allowed to go out for outdoor activities. While others believe that children should stay at home most of the time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have jút send you some holiday photos.
Write a letter to your friends. In your letter:
thank them for the holiday and the photos
explain why you didn't write earlier
invite them to come and stay with you
There are several factors that motivate people to stay in the workforce, and money is the most important factor. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that all people should stay in full-time education until they are least 18 years old. to what extent do you agrre or disagree?
Thanking a friend for a holiday.
You have recently been to stay with an old friend for a few days. You hadn't seen each other for a long time. Write a letter to the friend. In your letter:
•say how you felt about the visit
•refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him / her
•invite your friend to visit you
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You stayed with your friend and by mistake carried home one of his objects. Write a
letter and explain:
- How you enjoyed staying with your friend.
- Explain the object which you brought with you by mistake and explain how the
mistake happened.
- Mention how you plan to return the object.
Write at least 150 words.
Model Answer
The table below shows the age profilof tourist on backpacking holiday and the guided tours in New Zealand in 2005, and the pie chart gives the satisfaction rating of their stay. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and makecomparisons where relevant.
Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos.
Write a letter to your friend . In your letter:
a. Thank them for the holiday and the photos.
b. Explain why you didn't write earlier.
c. invite them to come and stay with you
Last month you had a holiday abroad where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends.
In your letter:
thank them for the photos and for the holiday
explain why you didn’t write earlier
invite them to come and stay with you.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
There are many reasons that can mortivate a person to stay for the same company. Some believe that money is the main factor. Do you agree or disagree ?
Your company has sent you on a three-month course in another country. The course is coming to an end but you would like to prolong your stay. Write a letter to your manager, in your letter:
Describe how the course has benefited you
Explain why you would like to delay your return
Suggest a date when you would like to come back
Write a letter to you friend who want to stay at you home, but you will be away on a vacation for a month. Discuss details about the trip and how yo get keys of the apartment
Everyone should stay in school until the age of eighteen , considering the significance of primary & secondary level education in a learner's life. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
n many countries, more and more men are staying at home to look after their children when women work full-time. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people think that an employee should change his career or field of work at least once. However, other think that employees should not change his career and stay in the job for the entire life. Do you agree or disagree with this statement ?
it is better for live away from the home during their University studies rather than staying with their parents. to what extent you agree or disagree
A friend of yours is going on holiday soon and has asked you to recommend a destination.
Write a letter to your friend and recommend a good place for a holiday that you have visited
before.Say
-where you went,
-Where you stayed,
-What you can do there and what the food was like.
The line graph below shows intended length of stay immigrants to the UK 2000-2008. The pie chart shows reasons for migration, 2008
Some people believe that social media has a negative effect on young people. Others think it helps them stay connected and learn new things. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You have recently started a new job. Write a letter to your friend to tell her about it and invite for an evening meal.
- Describe how you feel about the job.
- Give directions to a meeting place.
- Give suggestions on where to stay, if she is coming from a different city
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 want to rent the apartment for,
•Explain why your plans have changed,
•Tell the owner about a problem in the apartment.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….,
You get 20 minutes to complete this task.
You recently stayed at your friend’s house for a few days during your holidays. Write a letter to your friend to thank them. In your letter:
•Thank your friend for the stay
•Describe what you enjoyed most while staying there
•Suggest when they could visit you
While your friend was away on vacation, you stayed in his apartment. While you were there, you dropped an expensive bowl and broke it.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- explain what happened,
- apologise for the accident,
- tell your friend what you plan to do about the bowl.
One of your English-speaking friends has decided to spend a one week holiday in your town/city and has written to you asking for information and advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• recommend somewhere to stay
• give advice about what to see and do in your area
• give information about what clothes to bring.
ĐỀ 1: In many counties, more and more people are staying at home to look after their children when women work full time. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development?
A friend is expecting you to stay with him in two weeks’ time, but
unfortunately you forgot that you have a business trip at the same time. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter,
apologise and say that you cannot come to visit
explain why you will not be able to visit
suggest another time that you could visit
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows
Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home because of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.
You are moving home. Write a letter to your neighbours to say goodbye and to thanks them for their help during your stay.
Some people believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until theyare six or seven years old. Others believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. What do you think are the advantages of attending school from ayoung age?
You are planning a short visit to a city where one of your relatives lives.
Write a letter to your relative. In your letter:
• Explain when and how long you will be in town.
• Ask whether you can stay at their home.
• Offer to pay for yourself.
You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ...,
Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter:
● Thank them for the holiday and the photos.
● Explain why you didn’t write earlier.
● Invite them to come and stay with you.
In some societies it is increasingly common to try to achieve good health and fitness through physically demanding sports, special diets, or preventative medicine- conventional and alternative. Some people, however, believe that the best way to stay fit and healthy is simply to lead a normal life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You want to complain about the service you received in the hotel you stayed while attending a recent meeting.
Write a letter to the hotel manager
Describe the meeting ?
Explain the problem with the service?
Suggest what the hotel manager should do?
Nowadays people are spending more time in workplace and staying away from home for work. Discuss its advantages and disadvantages with your own experience.
A healthy person is often describe as someone who has a good diet, gets lots of exercise and avoids stress. What do people do to stay healthy in your country.
You are about to go on vocation for a month. A friend from another town will come and stay in your apartment. Write a letter to this friend.
In you letter
-explain where your friend can get the key to the apartment
-give your friend some instructions about using your apartment
-recommend some places to go
Parent, usually mothers, give up work, choose to stay home and look after families. Some people think the government should give them salary, others disagree. Discuss both and give your opinion?
You are going to holiday abroad on holiday and your friend will stay in your home while you are away. Explain where you hide the keys. describe what your friend needs to do in your absence. say when you are coming back
You stayed with a local family when you participated in an exchange program in Ireland. You returned to your home country in a hurry and found that you had forgotten to take your laptop. Write a letter to the family and thank them for their hospitality. Describe your computer and where it is, and ask the host to send it back to you.
You should write at least 150 words.
A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter
•Give contact details for when you are away
•Give instructions about how to care for your pet
•Describe other household duties you would like your friend to undertake
When giving contact details, you do NOT need to write any addresses; something like the name of a friend you are staying with or a holiday destination is fine.