Some people think that students will gain a lot of benefits when they study abroad. Others believe that they will face a lot of challenges. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Illiteracy has traditionally been viewed as largely a third world problem. However, it is becoming apparent that in countries such as the USA and Australia, illiteracy rate is on the increase. Discuss possible causes for this and its effect on society. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
These days, mobile phones and the internet are very important to the ways in which people relate to one another socially. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some employers want to be able to contact their staff at all time, even on holidays. Does this development more advantages than disadvantages?
Many newspapers and magazines feature stories about the private lives of famous people. We know what they eat, where they buy their clothes and who they love. We also often see pictures of them in private situations. Is it appropriate for a magazine or newspaper to give this kind of private information about people? Give reasons for your answer.
The graph below shows how people in USA spent their free time between 1980 and 2010
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the houses or building they live in. What is the reason for this? How can people research on this?
Some people say that now is the best time in histroy to be living. What is your opinion about this? What other time in history would be interesting to live in?
Some people think that the computer and the Internet are important in children's studies, but others think that students can learn more effectively in schools and with teachers. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
ln the future, it seems it would be more difficult to live in the North. Some people think more money should be spent researching other panels to live such as Mars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table gives information about the percentage of students' attendance in four groups of secondary schools between 2000 and 2009.
Some people think that famous people can help international aid organizations to draw attention to important problems. Others believe that the celebrities can make the problems seem less important. Discuss both views and give your opinion
In a number of countries, some people think it is necesarry to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both views.
YOU HAVE BOUGHT SOME CLOTHING ONLINE AND ARE NOT SATISFIED WITH YOURPURCHASE.
WRITE A LETTER TO THE COMPANY THAT YOU BOUGHT THE CLOTHING FROM . IN YOUR EMAIL
'GIVE DETAILS OF THE PURCHASE
'DESCRIBE THE PROBLEM
'EXPLAN WHY YOU NEED A REPLACEMENT URGENTLY
Chris have invited you to surprise birthday party.
Write a letter to Chris's parents. In your letter
•say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
•explain why you wont be able to attend the party
•Give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time.
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 represantative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired.
Write a letter to the company.
In your latter:
● Introduce yourself
● Explain the situation
● Say what action you would like the company to take
in some countries, a few earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good for a country, while others belive that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their m ain subjects. Others believe that it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have been invited to attend an interview for a place studying a course in a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot come at the time they wish.
Write a letter to the admissions tutor:
explain your position
apologise and offer to come on another day or later the same day.
ask how long the interview will be and whether there will be any tests during it.
You do NOT need to write your own address.
You should write at least 150 words.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have recently visited a city on vacation and stayed in a hotel.
Write a letter to the manager about your stay. In your letter:
-Give details of your stay
-What were the high & low points of the hotel
-What are your suggestions; recommendations and / or complaints about the hotel Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,
adult do less exercise nowadays .some people think that people can be encouraged to live healthy lives though sporting events such as the olympics or the world cup . other think that there are better ways to encourage adults for exercise.discuss both view and in your opinion
The growing number of overweight people is putting as train on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree? -
Growing number of overweight people put stress on healthcare system. Some people believe that Teaching about physical fitness at school is the solution for this while others don't believe in this. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people believe that the best way to improve public health is to increase the number of sports facilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have a full time job and are also doing a part time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course. Write a letter to your tutor. In your letter describe the sutuation, explain why you cannot continue at this time, say what action you would like to take.
The maps below show changes in the Spanish city of Castellón in recent timas Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Industrial pollution is increasing all around the world. Some people say that the most effective way to tackle the problem is to tax companies that are causing the pollution. Other argue that there are other ways to control the situation. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The provided three circular diagrams depict the percentages of individuals pursuing different academic fields – Computer Science, Medicine, Law, and Business – in the years 1990, 2000, and 2010.
Shopping has turn out to be so popular amongst people. What impacts does have shopping on society and individuals. express your ideas and discuss the view.
Some people believe that not enough waste from home is recycled. They the only way to increase recycling is for government to make it a law. To what extent do you believe that laws are need to make people recall their waste.
Write a paragraph (about 140 - 160 words) about teens’ stress and solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In recent times more people are choosing to socialise online rather than face-to-face. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people like to do their everyday shopping at large supermarkets. Others want to go to several small stores or local markets to buy what they need. Which style of shopping do you prefer and why? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.
You are currently attending a course which is not the same as per the description in the admission brochure.
Write a letter to the headmaster. In your letter,
state which course you are enrolled in
provide details about the noted differences
suggest what actions would you like him to take
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .....................,
Some people say history is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's worl, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows the average time spent by four car manufacturers to produce vehicles at their US factories. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Topic: Everyone should become vegetarian because they do not need to eat meat to have a healthy diet. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it is more important to focus on the future rather than the present. Do you agree or disagree? Discuss, including examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Topic: People are living in a “throw-away society”, using things for a short time and then throwing them away. What are the causes of this? What problems does it lead to?
Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is to impose strict penalties for traffic offenses, while others believe that education and awareness campaigns are more effective. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The advent of the internet has made it possible for people to work fromhome. Write an essay looking at the advantages and disadvantages of this professional arrangement.
You recently heard about some new jobs at a local department store. You would like to work there. Write a letter to the store manager of the department store. In your letter,
● explain how you heard about the job.
● describe the kind of job you would like to have
● give details of your experience and qualifications
Happiness is considered very important in life. Why is it difficult to define? What factors are important in achieving happiness? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries in the world, some people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this good for a country. Others think that the government should not allow salaries above a certain level. Discuss the both views and give your opinion
You are spent a night in a hotel and had to put up with a great deal of noise very early in the morning because of a fairly central heating system. The manager promised contact you regarding compensation but you still heard from him.
Write a letter to the hotel in the letter.
Describe the problem at the hotel.
Explain what the manager had said at the time.
Say what you wanted the manager to do
International tourism has brought enormous benefits to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants and the environment. Do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages?
smoking is a major cause of serious illness and death throughout the wprld today. In the interest of the public health, governments should ban cigarettes and other tobacco products. Do you agree or disagree?
Summarise and compare the features from the chart that shows the average hours worked per day by married men and women in paid employment.
Some people believe that goverments should fund and promote artistic and cultural activities for their citizens. Others, however, think that these activities should be left to private individuals and institutions. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Television dominates the free-time for too many people. It can make people lazy and prevent them from socializing with others. Do you agree or disagree? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience