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
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of the three of the following as media of communicating information. State which you consider to be the most effective: Comics, books, radio, television, film, Théâtre
In many countries, international tourism has become an important source of income. However, it also has negative effects. Do the benefits of international tourism outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now "one big traffic jam" How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage p
Every country should have a free health service, even if this means that the latest medical treatments may not be available through the service because they are too expensive. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The maps below show the present building of a college and the plan for changes to the college site in the future.
These days people pay more attention to famous film stars than to famous scientists. Why is this happening? Explain the trend giving reasons and examples to support your opinion.
You have invited a friend to visit you next month. Unfortunately, you are not able to meet him/her.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
•Apologize for the change of plans
•Explain why you are unable to meet him/her
• Suggest another time for him/her to visit
Most scientific inventions and discoveries are worthless and only waste of time and money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that violence films for you and encourage people to be violent . Others argue that violence and films are related because violence existed before films. Which of these opinions do you agree with, and to what extent do you agree?Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
The first car appeared on British roads in 1888. By the year 2000 there may be as many as 29 milion vehicles on British roads. Alternative forms od transport shoukd be encouraged and international laws introduced to control car ownership and use. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently went to see a good play at a theatre, but you did not enjoy it because of some problems in the theatre.
Write a letter to the manager of the theatre. In your letter:
•say which play you saw and when
•describe the problems you experienced in the theatre
•suggest what the manager should do
Living in a a country where you have to speak foreign Language can cause serious social. problems, as well as practical problems. To What extent do you agree or dis agrees
Some people use social media to keep in touch with other people and new events. Do you think advantages of this technology outweigh the disadvantages?
The chart below shows the results of a survey about people's coffe and tea buying and drinking habits in five Australian cities.
Some people think that watching television is a waste oftime. Do you agree or disagree? Write an essay justifying your choice.
Many students today graduate high school and choose to continue their studies overseas. What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad?
Some people think that space exploration is a waste of resource while others think that it is essential for mankind to continue to explore the universe in which we live. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:
* Describe what happened that caused you to miss your flight
* Explain how missing your flight impacted you
* Clearly state what you would like the airline to do
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The diagram below shows the process of making jam. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the process below.
You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask
your manager about this.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
● explain why you want to take time off work
● give details of the amount of time you need
● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
at lease 150 words
When designing building, the intended use of the building should be taken in into account as important rather than the outward appearance? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Do you believe that the widespread use of the internet has brought more positive or negative ef fects to society? Explain your opinion with relevant examples and reasons.
You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
* explain the important event
*apologise for the situation
* suggest a new arrangement
Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. others ‚however, believe that school is the palce to learn this. C Check the essay discuss both these views and give your opinion.
The best way to reduce crime among youngsters is to teach parents good parenting skills. Do you agree or disagree.
It is more important for students to study art and literature than it is to study math and science. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries, primary and secondary schools close for two months or more in the summer holidays. What is the value of long school holidays? What are the arguments in favour of shorter school holidays? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
With the rapid development of communication technology, such as smart phones, tablets, and other mobile devices. Some people think the disadvantages outweigh its advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Write an essay for your tutor discussing two of the ways in your notes. You should explain which way is more effective in motivating children to do regular exercise and provide reasons to support your opinion. You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the discussion, but you should use your own words as far as possible.
Many people choose to travel abroad to learn foreign language insteat of studying in their hometown. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this.
Write a letter to the government about the lack of sports facilities in your hometown for people of your age. In your letter, you should tell:
• what facilities you want
• why you want them
• what suggestions you can give
You exercise regularly and have been a member of many different gyms. Recently, you moved into a new neighbourhood and joined a new gym. You have noticed that people at this gym do not bother to wipe down the machines after use and often leave dirty towels on the benches in the change rooms.
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Write to the gym manager. In your letter:
explain who you are
describe the problem exactly
make suggestions to improve the gym
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .........................,
The line graph illustrates the average CO2 emissions produced per capita in four countries; namely Britain, Portugal, Italy and Sweden between 1967 and 2007. Overall, the UK was the highest in terms of CO2 emissions, whilst Portugal was the lowest during the same period. According to the figure, United Kingdom and Sweden were the two nations with the most of the C02 production in 1967.However, in a 40-year time span, it has decreased for alike. Concerning the former, Co2 emissions was slightly in decline till 1977 before a gradual decline till 2007. The latter observed a significant climb passing from around 8.5 to just over 10 in 1977. From this date, CO2 emissions have declined drastically till 2007 moving to less than 6 metric tons. On the other hand, pollution jumped in Italy and Portugal. A rocketed surge in CO2 emissions can be noticed from 1967 to 1977 for Italy before a gradual growth. The Portugal’s CO2 emissions moved upward abruptly till 1997 before a steady grow until 2007. To conclude, despite the awareness of environment issues, UK is still the most CO2 producer in 2007, amid the four-country analyzed. Portugal is still the less polluter state though.
You are studying at a college which has very limited sports and leisure facilities for students. Write
a letter to the principal. In your letter,
outline the situation
propose ways to improve this situation
request a meeting to discuss this
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Write at least 150 words
Some people think that childcare centres provide the best services for children of pre-school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better careers for their kids. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that youngsters should be required to have full time education until they are at least 18 Years old. What extent do you agree or disagree
In the future, nobody will buy printed newpapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement ?
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledgement or experience.
The maps below show the center of a small town called Islip from 2010 to 2015.
The table illustrates the salaries of secondary/ high school teachers in 5 different countries (Australia, Denmark,Luxembourg,Japan,Korea) in 2009.
Some people think that medical service should not be run by profit making campanies . Do the disadvantages of private health care outweigh its advantages??!!
Improvement in health, education and freight are essential for the development of poorer nations. However, the governments of richer nations should take more responsibility for helping the poor nations in such areas to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some believe that because everyone needs a place to live, governments should provide houses for those who are too poor to afford their own. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many young people choose to take a year out between finishing school and starting university in order to work experience or to travel. The experience of non-academic life this offers benefits the individual when they return to education. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter:
• describe what the problem with the changing rooms is
• say what happened the last time ms you complained
• explain what you want the manager to do.
Governments give lot of support to artists , eventhough some people thnk it is waste of money that could have been spent somewhere else. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Semi-Formal Letter Prompt:
"You recently attended a workshop and would like to thank the organizer. Write a letter to the organizer. In your letter, you should:
1.Express your gratitude for the workshop.
2.Describe what you learned or found valuable.
3.Suggest how the workshop could be improved."
Write an essay discussing two of the ways to collect and record information in your notes. You should explain which way you think would be more effective for collecting and recording information for future generations giving reasons in support of your answer.