People are using bicycles despite the development of other modes of transportation.what are the advantages and disadvantages of a bicycle.
In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative developement?
The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six countries.
You have been living in a rental apartment for the past year. Recently a new neighbor moved in and has been making a lot of noise, which disturbs you.
Write a letter to the landlord. In your letter:
explain the situation
describe why it bothers you
suggest a solution
Nowadays, as women and men have to work full-time household duties should be equally divided. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The line graph illustrates the production level of the three main fuels in the United Kindom (petroleum, coal, natural gas) in 19 years from 1981 to 2000.
The chart below shows three different crimes and the number of cases committed in 1970 and 2005 in England and Wales. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The pie charts below show units of electricity production by fuel source in Australia and France in 1980 and 2000. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
People likes to travel or work in the time between highschool and university studies. What ara the advantages and disadvantages
You recently attended a job interview, but you have not heard back from the company about whether you got the job or not.
Write a letter to the HR department. In your letter
• describe the position you were interviewed for
• explain why you think the interview was successful
• say why you need to know if you've got the job or not.
You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and service.
Write a letter to the restaurant mnager. In your letter
Give details of your visit to the restaurant
Explain the reason for the celebration
Say what was good about the food and the service
These days, many students rely on AI to complete their school assignments. Do the advantages of using AI in education outweigh the disadvantages?
The diagrams illustrate the means of transportation used by university students from the periods 2004 and 2009.
General Training
You recently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancel your booking.
Write a letter to the college administrator. In your letter:
•Which part-time course you booked,
•Explain why you need to cancel your booking,
•Ask about booking a different course.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….,
You get 20 minutes to complete this task.
You have a problem with a neighbour.
Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter
•describe the problem
• say how long it has been a problem
• explain what action you want the neighbour to take
The bar chart shows the percentage of the total world population in 4 countries in 1950 and 2002, and projections for 2050. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the number of overseas visitors who wnet to the UK for different purposes between 1989 and 2009 Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant
International tourism has brought about enormous benefit to many places .At the same time there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants and environment . do disadvantage is outweight than advantages ?
Some people are happy to spend their whole life in the same area, others prefer to live in many different places in thair life time? Discuss both views & give your opinion
The pie charts below compare the proportion of energy capacity in gigawatts (GW) in 2015 with the predictions for 2040.
Nowadays, more people are spending less time at home. Why do you think this happens? What effect does this have on individuals and society?
The diagrams give information about changes in a student accommodation. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people regard work as the most important thing in life and have little interest in anything else. Other people are more enthusiastic about their hobbies and leisure interests than their jobs. Discuss both these attitudes and give your opinion
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
Overpopulation of urban areas has led to numerous problems. What do you think are the problems and how governments can tackle these problems?
In some countries an increasing number of children are overweight as a result of eating too much fast food. It is necessary for governments to ban selling this kind of food in schools. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The table provides information about how people in five counties spending money on various items during 2002
Imagine that you are in a classroom or a meeting. The teacher or the meeting leader says something incorrect. In your opinion, which of the following is the best thing to do?
— Interrupt and correct the mistake right away.
— Wait until the class or meeting is over and the people are gone, and then talk to the teacher or meeting leader.
— Say nothing.
Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
University students should pay in full for their own education instead of the society funding their studies. The reason is that individuals tend to benefit after graduation more than society. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion.
the graph below shows the number of visitors to three museums between 2000 and 2005. summerize the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparison where relevant.
some employers want to be able to contact their staff at all times, even on holidays. does this devolopment have more advantages than disadvantages?
Many people think that the government should spend more money on providing faster means of public transport. Some others think that there are important priorities(e.g.cost, environment). Discuss both views and give your opinion.
THE TABLE BELOW GIVES INFORMATION ABOUT A BAKERY'S AVAREAGE SALES IN THREE DIFFERNET BRANCHES IN 2015.
Some people think that students benefit from going to private secondary schools. Others, however, feel that private secondary schools can have a negative effect on society as a whole. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a a year between finishing high school and starting university studies.dicuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people you decided to do this?
Many people say the gap between rich and poor people is wider, as rich people become richer and poor people grow poorer. What problems could this situation cause and what measure can be done to address those problems?
In spite of technological developments in transportation, many people believe that a bicycle is the best way to reach in any destination. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a bicycle nowadays?
The diagram illustrates tthe process of production of olive. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, some governments are encouraging businesses to move to rural areas. Do you think the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
One of the widely discussed issues nowadays are computers the basis of the worldwide. They should be introduced into classrooms, and their programs used for direct teaching purposes. It is undeniable that laptops has become as essential part of our life.
Many countries are spending a huge amount of money on supporting their competitors to take part in some worldwide sports competitions. Others argue that it would be better if these countries can spend the money on children to take part in sports. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your Australian friend is thinking about making a short visit to your country, and intends to visit a particular tourist attraction during his/her stay. However, you feel that it would be better for your friend to visit a different tourist attraction.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
recommend a good time for your friend to visit your country
say why it would be better to visit a different tourist attraction
suggest that you and your friend meet
The table gives information about the number of people working as researchers in technology per million people in five countries.
n developing countries, children in rural communities have less access to education. Some people believe that the problem can be solved by providing more schools and teachers, while others think that the problem can be solved by providing computers and Internet access. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays more and more tourists are visiting places with difficult weather conditions, such as the Sahara desert and the Antarctic region and so on. What are the advantages and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
the chart below shows the percentage change in the share of international studnets amoung univercity graduates in canadian provinces between 2001 and 2006 summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main futures and make comparisons where relevant
Some people argue that managers are responsible for the organisation's success, while others think various features of the organisation play a vital role in it. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that all students should be required to study a foreign language, while others think it should be optional. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The map show Southside, a shopping mall, as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that governments should give financial support to creative artists such as painters and musicians. Others believe that creative artists should be funded by alternative sources. Discuss both views and give your opinion