HUMAN ACTIVITIES HAS HAD A NEGATIVE IMPACT ON PLANTS AND ANIMALS AROUND THE WORLD.SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT THIS COULDNOT BE CHNAGED WHILE OTHERS BELIEVE THAT ACTIONS CAN BE TAKEN TO BRING ABOUT THE CHANGE. DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS AND GIVE YOUR OPINION.
What measures can governments take to discourage people from using their cars?
You have a test in your English class next week, but you cannot attend. Write to your teacher. In your letter:
• Explain your situation.
• Apologise for not being able to take the test.
• Ask whether it is possible for you to take the test at another time.
In many countries, the quality of life in the large cities is becoming worse. What causes this problem? What measure can be taken to solve it?
Some people believe that government should take care of old people whereas others oppose this view.Discuss both the views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
The maps show changes that have taken place in Grange park from 1930 to untill now.
some people believe that parents should be responsible for encouraging their children to take regular exercise . others argue that the main responsibility for encouraging children to do so should lie with school . Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Global warming is one of the most serious issues that the world is facing today. What causes global warming and what measures can governments and individuals take to tackle the issue?
These days’ consumers are faced with an increasing amount of advertising from various companies. - To what extent do you think consumers are influenced by advertising? - What measures should be taken to protect them?
Global warming is one of the most serious issues that the world is facing today. What are the causes of global warming and what measurements can governments and individuals take to tackle the issue?
Youth crime is increasing rapidly in many countries. Why it is increasing? and what solution can be taken to resolve the problem.
2. “In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them?”
Children nowadays spend more time on screens and less time doing active or creative things. Why do you think this is the case? What measures could be taken to encourage children to spend more time doing active and creative things.
You and your family are livign in rented accommodations in an English speaking country. You are note satisfied with teh condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter
- introduce yourself
- explain what is wrong with the furniture
- say what action you would like the landlord to take
You have bought new camera but when you got it home you found it had some problems. You returned camera and spoke to the company representative a week ago but the camera has still not been repaired. *Introduce yourself *Explain the situation *Say what action you would like the company to take
You recently bought a product online that arrived damaged.
Write a letter to the company you bought it from.
- Explain what you bought and when you received it.
- Describe the damage.
- Say what action you want the company to take.
The pie charts below show the percentage of students on the one adult education centre taking various courses offered in 1985 and this.
It is good for university students to take part in part time job. To what extent you agree or disagree?
To achieve personal happiness, the relationships we have withother people (friends, colleagues, family) are more essential than every other thing. Issues like wealth and occupations take the second place. Write to support this claim.
In many cities the population is increasing. Some say that the urbanisation process denies us knowing our neighbors, and this causes a loss of community sense. What is the main problem with this? What measures can be taken to overcome it?
More and more business meetings are taking place on line. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this new way of doing meetings?
The charts below show what percentage of their daily intake of various nutrients the average person in the USA consumes in each meal and in snacks. These nutrients may be unhealthy if eaten too much. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some children nowadays take sports seriously while others play sports in their free time. Is this a positive or negative development?
The leaders or directors of organizations are often elderly people. However, some say that young people can also take the lead of organizations or companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Children should take part time jobs in their free time or they should totally focus on their studies. What are the advantages and disadvantages to children of doing so?
Global warming is one of the most serious issues that the word is facing today. What are the causes of global warming and what measures can governments and individuals take to tackle the issue?
You work for a small company. You need to arrange for some time off work. Write a letter to your employer. In your letter
•explain why you want to take time off work
•give details of how long you will be away
•suggest how you will make up for the lost time
since world war ii, there has been an increase in co-operation between many eastern and western countries. this has led to a desire amongst students to undertake study in foreign countries. write a brief account of the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad.
ou 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
Today, many mothers take care of the family and do not go to work. Some people believe that the government should pay them their salaries. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
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
•say what action you would like the company to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Light pollution (excessive light during night time) is a form of pollution that distresses many people, especially in modern cities. What are the causes of light pollution, and what solutions can you suggest for governments and businesses to take?
You recently attended a conference and you would like to give a presentation about the information you gained by attending the conference. describe what type of presentation you have in mind what topics it would cover and how long it would take who should participate in the presentation and where should it be conducted
Human activities have had a negative effect on ecosystem, animals and plants across the world. Some people believe this can not changed while others feel that we can still take action to protect living things and the environment. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
some people think that parents should encourage their children to take part in organized groups activities. others say that children learn to occupy themselves on their own. discuss both opinions and give your own.
Children are facing more pressures from academic, social and commercial sources. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures should be taken to reduce it?
human activity has had a negative impacts on plants and animals around the world. some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe that actions can be taken to bring out a change. discuss both views and give your opinion.
Children have freedom to make mistakes, or should be prevented to make mistakes by adults? Discuss both sides and give opinion.
Some people think the government should take measures regarding the healthy lifestyles of individuals. Others think it must be managed by individuals. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Freshwater has always been a limited resource in some parts of the world. Today, however, growing worldwide demand has made this a global problem. What are the causes of the increased demand and what measure could governments and individuals take to respond to this problem?
It is important for people to take risks, both in their personal lives and professional lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risk outweigh the disadvantages ?
it is important for people to take risks, both in their professionals lives and personal lives. do you think the advantagous of taking risk outweigh the disadvantagous.
Sustainable development and environmental protection have become a crucial concerns in modern world. Discuss the importance of sustainable development in balancing economic growth and environmental preservation. What challenges faced in achieving sustainable development, what measures can be taken to overcome them?
You live in a small university town. Last week, you drove to a big city about two hours away to new laptop at a good price. Yu worked on the laptop all week and finished writing a long assignment that is due shortly. However, this week, the laptop doesn’t even switch on. Write to the store. In your letter.
*Tell the store where you live & what happen
*Explain the problem with the laptop
*State what action you would like the store to take
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You saw a brochure for a one-week walking tour in the mountains. You're very interested in taking part, but you're not very fit and are worried you wouldn't be able to keep up. Write to the tour operator. In your letter:
• Explain why you're interested in the tour.
• Ask for information about dates and prices.
• Express your concerns about your fitness level.
You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You should write at least 150 words.
Practice 2: Some people say that the government should spend more money taking care of elderly people while others think that government spending should be spent more on the education of young people. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently bought a piece of equipment 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
There is less social contact between young and old. What are the reasons? What measures can be taken?
In many countries, women are allowed to take maternity leave from their jobs, during the first month after birth of their baby. Does the disadvantages outweigh the advantages ?
Some people take their vacation in abfoad but others want to stay in their own country. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.