Today many children spend a lot of time playing computer games and little time on sports. Why is it? Is it a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, more and more older people who are looking for work have to compete with younger people for the same job. What problemes does this came? What are some possibles solutions?
Some think the current generation should take steps to protect the environment for the next generation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The diagram below shows how the Australian Bureau of Meteorology collects up-to-the-minute infromation on the weather in order to produce reliable forecasts
Older generations often hold some traditional ideas on the correct way of life, though and behavior. Most people argue that these are not helpful for younger generations to prepare for modern life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today, the life expectancy of people is much higher than before. Some people think that older should continue to be involved in the workplace. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
An international company is offering a temporary job for work experience, write a letter to apply for that job. You need to explain
-where did you find this information
-why you want to apply this job
-what qualification you have
-what position you want to apply
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in some countries, it is now for people to buy product made in other countries .to what extent do the benefits of this development outweigh the problem?
The bar chart shows the participation of children is selected leisure activities in Australia. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that universities should focus only on academic subjects, while others think students should also learn practical skills such as cooking, managing money, and fixing household items. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
More and more people read news from the Internet, but newspapers will continue to be read by the majority of people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently booked a part time course at a college, You now need to cancel your booking.
Write a letter to your college administrator. In your letter
Say which part time course you’ve booked.
explain why you need to cancel your booking
ask about booking a different course.
Begin as : Dear Sir or Madam
The map below shows two possible sites (s1 and s2) of a new supermarket planned for the town of GARLSDON
oday the high sales of popular consumer goods reflect the power of advertising and not the real needs of the society in which they are sold. To what extent do you agree with these views?
One way to solve the problem of traffic is to increase the tax on private vehicles. State your opinion and give example
Some people say that e books and modern technology will totally replace traditional newspapers and magazines. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some of people believe it is better for youngsters to learn a new language at primary school rather than at secondary school. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
You have recently moved to a new city for work. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
•tell him/her about your new job
•describe the city where you are living
•invite him/her to come and stay with you
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear [friend’s name],
Some people think computers and the Internet are more important in child’s education. Others believe that schools and teachers are essential for children to learn. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The qualities a person needs to become truly successful cannot be learned at a university or similar academic institution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health isssues 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?
Nowdays, the way people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationship people make? Has this become a positive or negative development?
Some people think that children should be homeschooled when they are very young while others think it is better for them to attend a kindergarten. Which do you think is better? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Topic 11: Some people say that all popular TV entertainment programmes should aim to educate viewers about important social issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Do young people today make good use of their leisure time? Or do they spend too much time watching television and playing video games, instead of taking part in more productive activities? Use your own ideas and experience and support your arguments with examples.
All education and healthcare should be funded by the government and free for everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
A road near your home is damaged. Please write your town/city council to complain about it.
In your letter
tell them who you are and where you live;
explain the nature of your complaint;
say what you would like them to do about it.
The bar chart illustrates the production output from Asia, Europe and the rest of the world during 1840 and 2000 years.
An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer country to work in developed countries. What problems does it cause? What can be done to deal with this problem?
Some people think climate change negatively impacts business, while others think it provides more business opportunities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think government should spent money on measures to save languages with few speakers from drying out completely. Others think this is a waste of financial resources. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. What extent do yo agree or disagree. What measure do you think might be effective.
Even though globalization affects the world's economies in a very positive way, its negative side should not be forgotten. What is your view? Discuss. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Scientists predict that in the near future cars will be driven by computers, not people. What might be the reasons for this? Would this be a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
You travelled by a long distance bus recently and your suitcase was damaged.
Write a letter to the bus company. In your letter
•Inform the bus company of when and to where you travelled
•Describe your suitcase and what happened to it
• Explain why the company should pay for a new suitcase
Some people think that employers should not care about the way their employees dress, because what matters is the quality of their work.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement
The top priority of businesses is making money, and they do not need to have social respoinsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it is more beneficial to take part in sports which are played in teams, like football. While other people think that taking part in individual sports is better, like tennis or swimming. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. 29. (20/01/2018) Research shows that business meetings, discussions and training are happening online nowadays. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
You live near a university and would like to earn some extra money by renting a room in
your apartment to a student.
Write a letter to the university housing office. In your letter,
• introduce yourself
• explain why your apartment would be a good living place for a student
• describe the room you have for rent
Some people claim that not onough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for government to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday (such as food, clothes and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that developing countries need financial help form international organization. Others think that its is practical aid and advice that is needed. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.
The provided table illustrates the figure of income and allocating on diet and clothes and the pie charts show the spending of allocating by family in a particular city in the United Kingdom between 2010 and 2013. The units are measured by poundsterling.
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/she asked for your advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
-Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
-Describe some possible disadvantages
- Say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
You are planning a short visit to a city where one of your relatives lives.
Write a letter to your relative. In your letter:
1) Explain when and how long you will be in town.
2) Ask whether you can stay at their home.
3)Offer to pay for yourself.
International travelling is becoming cheaper and more countries are opening doors to increase the number of tourist. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this.
Health care should not be provided for free regardless of a person’s income. The health of citizens is in their own hands and they should, therefore, be held accountable for that. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In many countries governments are investing in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an approriate use of government money?
You will have a speech about your country on the international college event. Write a letter to the event’s planners about the following: -
Ask about the date of the event -
What speech you prepared/
why it should be interesting -
What equipment you will need for your speech
You are having problems with a neighbour’s animals because the fence between your properties is old and In poor repair. You want the neighbour to pay half the cost of building a new fence. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter • say what the problems are • explain how a new fence will solve the problems • suggest that the neighbour pays half of the cost You do NOT need to write any addresses.