Air pollution is currently a big issue in most industrialized cities causing respiratory problems and changes in weather patterns. What do you think are the causes of this? What measures can be taken to reduce air pollution?
It is generally seen that most working people do not do enough physical exercise What are the reasons behind this? How can this problem be solved?
Many government think that economic progression is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Write a letter to a hotel manager in another city for an upcoming 2-day business trip for you and your colleagues.
Introduce yourself and colleagues (financial service, product focus on insurance and mutual fund, proficient in engligh and madarin)
Give information about the business meeting ( market outlook, new insurance product introduction, case study)
Tell other requests you might have ( wifi, projector , microphone, basic refreshment-tea, briskit , coffee machine)
Human activities have negative effects on plants and animal species. Some people think it is too late to do something about the problem, while others believe that effective action can be taken to improve the situation. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Rich country often gives money to poorer countries, but it does not solve poverty. Therefore developed country should give other types of help to the poorer countries rather than financial aid. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
You are going to take a short holiday in Singapore and you want to rent a holiday apartment while you are there. Write to the tourist information office. In your letter:
• explain what you need
• say when you plan to be there
• ask for information about prices
Some people believe that in order to reduce crime, prisoners should be given longer prison sentences while some people think there are other alternative ways. Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion.
There are several factors that motivate people to stay in the workforce, and money is the most important reason/factor. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Competitiveness is generally considered a good quality for people to have in society. Do you think it is a positive development or negative trend ? how ddoes competitiveness affect individuals?
In many places new homes are needed, but the only space availble for building them is in the contryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this.
Many people believe that education and high qualification will bring success. Others think that it is not required to achieve success in life. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You were hurt in a small accident in a store last week. Write a letter to the store manager. In your letter:
introduce yourself
describe what happened
say what action you would like the manager to take
Some people believe that individuals can achieve more in egalitarian societies. Others believe that high levels of personal achievement are possible only if individuals are free to succeed or fail according to their individual merits. What is your view of the relationship between equality and personal success? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people thinks the university should accept equal numbers of males and females student in every subject. Others believe it is unacceptable policy. Discuss both of views and give your opinion.
Sport is becoming a business with high income for professionals and more companies have involved in financial investment and in other ways. Do you think it is a positive or negative development ?
Some people think that a holiday (vacation) should always involve doing something new and adventurous. What is your opinion about this ? Give reasons of your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience and knowledge .
Some e[perts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary schools rather than secondary school . Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
In some country, online shopping is replacing shopping in stores. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
You have lost an item of value on a train.
Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter
•describe the item
•explain where and when you left it
give me bands and original photo transcript
•say what action you would like the company to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some people believe that it is the government’s responsibility to provide care and finance to support people after they retire. Others, however, think that individuals themselves should save money in their own when they are old. Discuss both views and give your opinion. > DISCUSS AND OPINION
Some believe that it is beneficial to show foreign films while others feel this can have a negative empact on local culture. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The line graph provides information about the number of the use of products in covert industry, namely, timber, paper and pulp in Europen country between 1980 nad 2000
Some people argue that there is no point in preserving old buildings when land is so valuable in our cities. Others believe that old buildings are an important part of our heritage and should be preserved. Discuss both these views and state your opinion.
Computers and museums Have made it impossible for Office workers to do much of their work from home Instead of working in office every day. Work from home should be encouraged as it is good for workers and employees. Do you agree or disagree?
In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for them is countryside. Some people believe that it is more imporant to protect the country side and not build new homes thare. what is your opinion?
people now have freedom to live and work anyhwhere in the world due to the development in the communication and transport. what are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.
Some people argue that individuals’ freedom should be in accordance with laws and rules, otherwise, society cannot function as it should be. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that money is the most important factor for achiveing happiness. However, others believe that happiness has nothing to do with money. Discuss both views abd give your opinion.
The line chart illustrates the number of women in parliament of 5 European nations from 2000 to 2012. Overall, the figures for Germany, Italy, France and the UK all increased after 12 years. In contrast, the number of female members in Belgium’s parliament decreased through times. In 2000, the German government consisted of almost 35% woman while the figures for Italy and France were all around 25%. After 12 years, the percentage of females in Germany, Italy and France rose to 37%, 40% and 32%, respectively. Italy was also the country that had the highest number of female members in parliament in the 5 European nations. In the Belgium’s government, in 2000, the percentage of women was more than 15% while the figure for the UK was just nearly 5%. However, in 2012, the figures for these two nations both collided at nearly 25%. Belgium was the only country of the five ones mentioned to witness a decrease after the 12-year period.
SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT IT IS VALUABLE FOR SOCIETY TO EXPERIMENT WITH BACTERIA AND VIRUSES WHILE OTHERS FEEL THIS IS DANGEROUS AND SHOULD NOT BE DONE. DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION.
SOME SAYFREE EDUCATIONSOME PEOPLE THINK THAT GOVERNMENT SHOULD PROVIDE FREE EDUCATION AT EVERY LEVEL. HOWEVER, SOME SAY THAT INDIVIDUALS SHOULD PAY FOR THEIR UNIVERSITY EDUCATION. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people consider price as most important thing to think about when buying product (such as cell phone) or service (eg medical treatment). Do you agree or disagree?
It is often argued that it is difficult to get children to read. Why do you think this is? What measures could be taken to encourage children to read more? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural environments, such as the South Pole. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Umar
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have bought a new camera but when you got it home you found it had some problems. You returned the camera and spoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
introduce yourself
explain the situation
say what action you would like the company to take
You should write at least 150 words.
You lost your driving licence and someone found it and sent it back to you. Write a letter to the finder. In your letter
-describe why the licence is important to you
-ask where he or she found it
-offer how would vou like to thank him/her
Some people consider prices as most important thing to think about when buying product (such as cell phone) or service (eg. medical treatment). Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is better for children to grow up in the countryside, while others think that life in a big city offers more opportunities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that television is useful for education, while others say it is useful only for entertainment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The number of who are at risk of serious health problems due to being overweight is increasing. What is the reason of growth overweight in society.
Information technology has significantly transformed our lives in recent years. In your opinion, what is the greatest benefit of information technology? Consider also the disadvantages that the development of this technology may bring about.
In many countries people increasing talking about money (how much they earn or how much they pay for things) in their daily conversation. Why? It is a positive or negative trend?
Some say that the most important thing abpit beimg rich is that one has the opportunity to help others. To what extend do you agree pr disagree?
Some parents believe that their children should do educational activities during their free time. Others say that in this way children are under pressure. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus on reducing environmental polluton and housing problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is much easier to learn in a small class than in a larger one. To what extent that do you agree or disagree?
On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have a travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. •Describe the item you lost •Explain how you lost is •Tell the insurance company what you would like them to do
The diagram illustrates the various stages and equipment involved in cement production and shows how cement is used in the concrete manufacturing process for construction purposes. Overall, both processes involve multiple steps and specialized tools. First, limestone and clay are crushed into a powder. This powder is then mixed and heated in a rotating kiln. Afterward, the mixture is ground into cement, which is packaged into bags for storage and sale. In addition to the cement-making process, the diagram highlights the steps involved in producing concrete, another essential material in the construction industry. Concrete is primarily composed of gravel, which makes up 50% of the mixture. Cement accounts for 15%, while sand and water represent 25% and 10% of the mix, respectively. All components are combined in a concrete mixer to produce the final product. In conclusion, cement, a key ingredient in concrete, is produced through a series of complex steps and requires various tools.
You recently bought a piece of équipement for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken
Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter
Describe the problem with the equipment
Explain what happened when you phoned the shop
Say what you would like the manager to do