More and more people no longer read newspaper or watch TV programs to get their news and instead read online. Is this a positive or negative development?
The pie chart illustrates the proportion of persons who are captured and the bar chart illustrates the reason why they are captured in the five years ending 1994 .
The chart below present information about electricity generated using renewable and non- renewable energy in the united staes in 2009 and 2019.
You and your friend have booked tickets to go to the theatre. You are now unable to go but have found another friend to accompany him/her instead.
Write a letter to your friend. In the letter,
explain why you can not go to the theatre with your friend
say who can go instead of you
tell them why you think this person would be good to go with
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………………….,
These dats people are using the internet for shopping, work and to communicate with others without the need for face to face meetings. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
There is no denying the fact that nowadays, children spend several hours on smartphones daily. Despite people having arguments views about this topic, however, in my opinion, I consider that this is a negative development and in this essay will express my perspective, as well as discuss the reasons behind this case.
The bar charts show the details the percentage of two types of television programmes, namely reality and game shows watched by males and females in different age groups in Australia.
The chart below shows the number of Internet users in three different countries and the world average between 1998 and 2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have seen an advertisement for part-time work in a hotel for three months over the summer. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
say what experience you have
ask what the work involves
enquire about conditions
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam
Scientists believe that computers will become more intelligent than human beings. Some say it is a positive development while others say it is a negative development. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You are librarion at the library. A new resident has inquired about becoming a member of your library.
In your letter:
-welcome them and intradoduce the library
-provide information about membership
-write about the opening hours and borrowing policies of the library.
Students should pay full cost for their own study, because university education benefits Individuals rather than society. To what extend your career do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, crime rates among young people have been rising. Why do you think this is happening? What can be done to address this issue?"
children who are brought up in the family that do not have a lot of money are better prepared to deal with problem when they come adults than children who are brought up by wealthy parent. do you agree or disagree with the statement.
Many people believe individuals involved with creative arts should be financially supported by the government. Some other believe they should find seperate resources. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Recent technological advancements have made online dating popular. Consider both the positive and negative aspects of online dating and state your opinion on it using examples.
The Research Studies show that overeating is equal ly harmful to people’s health as smoking. Therefore, the advertisements of certain food products should be banned similar to cigarettes. To what extent you agree?
The charts below show information about the average temperatures of three different bodies of water in 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average water temperature in three bodies of water, 2012
Write about following topic In many countries today, crime novels and TV Crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagre
Some animal species are now completely extinct. Many people believe that we should prevent this from happening in the future. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called ‘The book that influenced me most'. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter describe what this book was about explain how this book influenced you say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. HelShe 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 student at the university • recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation • wam him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
General Training Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You plan to do some traveling in a few months. You would like to visit an old friend who lives in another country. You haven’t spoken to this friend in a few years.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Provide a short update about your life since you saw him/her last
- Explain why you will be traveling to his/her city
- Say what you would like to do when you visit his/her city
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear [Choose a Name],
The most common solution for criminal behaviour is prison but many believe education is a better method. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Shopping is the favourite pastime for most of the young people. Why do you think is that? Do you think they should be encouraged to do some other useful acitivities?
Some people believe that the rise of artificial intelligence and automation has brought many benefits to society, while others argue that these technologies are creating serious problems such as job losses, reduced human interaction, and ethical concerns. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Some people say that individuals who make a lot of money are the most successful. Other think that those who contribute to society like scientist and teachers are more successful. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
the map below shows an industrial area in the town of Norbition and planned future development of the site.
In many countries today, both men and women need to work full time. Therefore, some people think men and women should share household takes equally (eg. cleaning and looking after children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The office you work in does not have any cafeteria for staff. Write a letter to your manager to request setting up a cafeteria for the staff.
In your letter, you should tell,
what you heard about the inconvenience from the staff
how you feel about it
what suggestions you have about setting up a cafeteria
Some people say that self employment is better than a job in a company or an institution. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays for many people internet is replacing books. What is your opinion?
Write a letter to the local school in your neighborhood to give suggestions about improving its buildings and play area. Include
Why they should be improved
Suggestions for how
When they could be improved
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to
live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
explain why you would like the job
give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
say how you would spend your tree time while you are in Australia
Some people think that giving aids to poor countries has more negative impacts than a positive one. To what extent do you agree.
Some people think that computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your opinion.
The growing number of obese people is putting strain on the healthcare system.Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in school curriculum. To what extent you are agree or disagree?
The table below shows the number of temporary migrant worker in four countries in 2003 and 2006 and the number of these workers per 1,000 people in these countries in 2006. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should write at least 150 word
You are looking for a part-time job.
Write a letter to an employment agency. In your letter:
● introduce yourself
● explain what sort of job you would like
● say what experience and skills you have.
Maintaining public libraries is a waste of money since the Internet has replaced their functions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that the main goal of schools should be making children into responsible citizens and good workers, rather than benefitting them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You should spend about 40 minutes on the question. These days, in many countries, fewer and fewer people want to become teachers, particularly in secondary schools. What are the reasons for this, and how could the problems be solved?
Some people think that people who do physical work should be paid as same as the people who have high level degree. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
1.Computer technologies are more accessible and cheaper, as the result, more adults work at home and children study at home. Is this a positive or negative development?
Write a letter to a friend to ask him/her to develop a website for your business.
* In your letter: Give a brief description of the business
* Mention what you'd like to be there on the website.
* Provide some ideas on the use of images on the website.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amounth of money, either to sponsor a local children's sport team for two years, or to pay for open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from general public.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter
describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team
summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts
say how you think the company should spend the money
Write at least 150 words.
Over the past few decades with the help of internet an unimaginable amount of information has become widely available to the public. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?