it is importance to give a chance to act independently and make their own decisions from early age. to what extent do you agree or disagree
More and more people today are drinking sugar based drinks. Why is this happening? What measures can be taken to reverse this trend?
new research has shown that overeating has a bigger problem than hunger, what are the reasons for this problem? how can it be solved?
The chart below shows the resuits of a survey about people's coffee and teabuying and drinking habits in five Australian cities.Summarise the information by seiecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The Spread of multinational companies and the resulting increase of globalization produce positive effects for everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
n increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problems do this cause? What solutions can you suggest to deal with this situation?
Nowadays people use bicycles less as a form of transport. Why is that? What can we do to encourage people to use bicycles more? Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Government in many countries have recently introduced special taxes on food and beverages with high level of sugar some think that these taxes are a good idea while other disagree. Discuss both you and give your opinion?
Parents should take course in parenting, in order to improve the lives of their children. To what extend do you agree?
Many sports players advertise sport-related products. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this
Some people believe that violence on television and in computer games has a damaging effect on society. Others, however, deny that these factors have any significant influence on people’s behaviour. What is your opinion on that issue?
Children nowadays watch significantly more television than those in the past, which reduces their activities levels accordingly. Why is this case? What measures can you suggest to encourage higher levels of activity among children?
Some people say that E books and modern technology will totally replace traditional newspaper and magazines to what extent do you agree or disagree.
Fewer and fewer people are writing by hand using a pen or pencil. What is the reason of this ¿ It is a positive or negative development ¿
chart shows the number of crimes in each year, for three different areas of crimes from 2003 to 2012 in Newport city.
A trend in current times is the need for many workers to spend time outside of company hours answering text and e-mail messages for their job. What problems does this cause for the worker? What can be done to reduce the impact of these problems?
The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
> Describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
>explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
>suggest what should be done about the problem
The table below shows the percentage of adults in urban and rural areas who took part in four free time activities in 1990 and 2010. Summarize the information and compare where relevant, by selecting and reporting the key features.
Q. Friendships that take place online are not as meaningful as those where people meet each other face to face. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is often argued that reading non-fiction books is better than reading fiction. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You were absent from an important event held by the company you work for.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
•Apologize for your absence and explain the reasoning
•Explain why you had to be at the other event
•Explain what you will do to catch up
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………………….,
The chart below show the number of magazines sold per person in five countries in 2003 and 2005, with projected sales for 2007. Summarize the information by describing the main features of the charts and making comparisons where appropriate.
There have been some problems with public transport in your area recently.
Write a letter to the manager of the transport company. In your letter:
Describe the problems
Explain how these problems are affecting the public
Suggest some changes that could be made.
The chart below show degrees granted in diffrent fields at the national university in the years 1990,2000,and 2010.
Governments give a lot of support to artists, even though some people think it is a waste of money that could have been used elsewhere. Discuss both vioews and give your opinion.
Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, natural gas, are used in many countries. But in some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy, including wind and solar power, are encouraged. Is this trend a positive or a negative development?
ou recently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancel your booking.
Write a letter to the college administrator. In your letter
•say which part-time course you booked
•explain why you need to cancel your booking
•ask about booking a different course
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
In some education systems, Students are .. Studing education systems. however students study different subjects until they have a limited range required to specialize in of subjects from the age of fifteen. in aerother leave school. what are the advantages of each system? which one benefits is better?
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the less of particular species of plants and animals. Other say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email - describe where you lived when you were a students at the university - recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation - warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
Research shows that increasing numbers of people are now living in mega-cities: cities of more than 20 million inhabitants. Is this a positive or negative development?
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter
- describe what you enjoyed about the course
-say how much cooking you've done since the course
- suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
Threat of nuclear weapons maintains world peace. Nuclear power provides cheap and clean energy. The benefits of nuclear technology far outweigh the dis advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Sales of consumer products show the impact of advertisements, not the needs of people in different societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently stayed at a hotel during a business trip. However, you faced several issues during your stay.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
Describe the problems you faced during your stay
Explain how these problems affected you
Suggest what the hotel should do to improve their service
Write at least 150 words.
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?
In a number of countries,some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway line for very fast train between cities.others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The table below presents the projected costing over the next five years in US dollars for three environmental projects for forestry. The pie chart demonstrates the projected
Some people believe that song lyrics which glorify violence and criminal lifestyles should be banned. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of such a ban.
The government should close companies that produce toxic waste materials without their own waste treatment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move out of large cities and into regional areas. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?
Each year Increasing numbers of students are deciding to move to a different country for higher education. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development ?
The teaching of Information Technology (computers) has become a standard part of the curriculum in most secondary schools. The same is now happening in primary schools, where children as young as six are learning how to use computers. However, there is a danger that IT skills are being taught at the expense of more basic skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some educationalist think that international exchange visit will benefit teenagers at the school. To what extent do advantages outweight the disadvantages.
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual ’ income in 2007, 2011 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
ou should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The table describes the changes of people who went for international travel in 1990, 1995, 2000 and 2005. (million). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Developments in technology have brought various environmental problems. Some people believe that people need to live simpler lives to solve environmental problems. Other, however, technology is the way to solve these problems. Discuss both views
What makes movies or TV series appealing to audiences? Include examples from your own experience or knowledge to support your answer.
numerous animal species worldwide are currently facing extiction. some argue that countries and individuals should prioritize protecting these animals, while others believe resources should be focused more on human issues. discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Last semester a classmate let you borrow an important textbook. You realize that you
still have the book after your friend has already gone back home overseas. Write a
letter to him/her. In your letter:
• Give an apology
• Find out if/when they need the book back
• Tell them what you will do to fix the problem
Your letter should be between 150-200 words.