You recently bought a piece of sports equipment from an online store. When you first used the piece of sports equipment, you found a problem with it.
Write a letter to the manager of the online store. In your letter
• describe the problem with the piece of sports equipment
• say what happened because of the problem
•explain what you would like the company to do.
It is important for foreigners to know something about the history and culture of the country they live in.’ Discuss. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think parents should read or tell stories to children. Others think parents do not need to do that as children can read books or watch TV, movies by themselves. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The chart shows monthly retail sales of different kinds of the stores in the USA last year. Summarise the information by selecting and reportign the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be requierd to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
1-Some countries have implemented mandatory community service programs for young people. In these programs; children aged 16-18 do charity work, help old people or work with animals. What are some advantages and disadvantages of this for young people?
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
*you saw a brochure for a one week walking tour in the mountains. You're very interested in taking part, but you're not fit and are worried you wouldn't be able to keep up. Write to the tour* *operator. In your letter*
*1. Explain why you're interested in the tour.*
*2. Ask for information about dates and prices*
*3. Express your concerns about your fitness level.*
Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways than on public transport system such as railways and tram. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the past people liked to store knowledge in books. However, in the present, we prefer to store knowledge on the Internet. Do you think the advantages outweight the disantages?
A current trend in the UK is to encourage school leavers and new graduates to become enterpreneurs and run their own business. In fact, an academy has been established to teach young people how to become enterpreneurs. What factors have contributed to this trend? Discuss, giving examples.
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter,
•say which points in the article you agree with
•explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
•offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Sales companies should recruit people who are hungry for money as they will make the most dedicated workers. Do you think money is the driving force behind hard work? What factors should be taken into consideration when recruiting staff for sales positions?
The charts below shows the figure for hours per week in the industrial sector in four European countries ( France, Denmark , Sweden, The UK) in 2002.
Nowadays it has become increasingly popular to shop online rather than too shop in-store. Is this a positive or negative development?
The charts show the percentage of people working in different sectors in Town A in two years, 1960 and 2010
Historians and archaeologists now believe that, over time and around the world, the amount of violence in which people are killed has been going down. Why do you think this the case? What can be done to make sure violence stays low?
The maps below show a bookstore in 2000 and now. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and makes comparisons where relevant.
Many people travel to historical and cultural sites or natural attractions every year. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of visiting such places.
Some people believe that learning a foreign language should be optional for students, while others argue that it should be mandatory. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is betger to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
This day too many people maintain their health by relying on doctor and medicine, rather than by following a health lifestyle. To what extent do you agree with this statement.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a Facebook friend living in another country and s/he is curious to learn about a major news item in your country.
Write a letter to your Facebook friend. In your letter
describe a news story in your country
explain why people are interested in it
say how the story personally relates to you
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ...,
You should write at least 150 words.
Schools are spending more time teaching traditional subjects such as history. Some people think they should rather spend more time in teaching skills that can help students find a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
some people believe that professionals，such as doctors and engineers，should be required to work in the country where they did their training.Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, shoudl be required to work in the country where they did their training . others belive they should be free to work in another coutnry if they wish . Discuess boh these views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are turning to alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Is this a positive or a negative step?
Confidence in oneself is an important part of learning. What factors in a classroom can contribute to a student’s feeling of confidence? Give reasons for your reasons and include examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
- correct the information in the article
- explain whey it is important for the magazine to give correct information
- suggest what the magazine should do about this situation
An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What are the reasons behind this trend? What solutions can you suggest to deal with this situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge.
Some people believe it is best to accept a bad situation such as unsatisfactory jobs or shortage of money.others arige that it is better to try to improve such situations. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Leaders and directors in an organization are normally older people. Some people think younger leader would be better. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways thn publis transport systems such as railways and trams. To what extent do you agree or disagee?
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative mmedicines and treatmens instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Today, wordly corona virus widespread becpome every nation problem, including education sector and it make many educational officrs and experts suggest the government to spent more budget for free internet access. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
You are attending a course at an evening school.
Write a letter to the director of the school with a complaint about the course.
In your letter, you should:
– Describe the course you are taking.
– Explain what you don’t like about the course.
– Give your opinion about what should be done about it.
The charts show the percentage of people working in different sectors in town A and B in two years 1960 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays, more and more people choose to do their shopping online instead of going to physical stores. Why is this so? What are the disadvantages of this trend?
n many nations, it is becoming mandatory to receive vaccinations in order to prevent the spread of disease. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, more and more people engage in dangerous activities, such as sky diving and motorcycling. Are you in favor of them? Use examples to support your opinion.
Violent news stories should not be shown on television and newspapers because they promote violence. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
The local Council in your city has no funds for repairs and maintanenance of old buildings. It has decided to demolish a historical building to build a software company. Write a letter to the head of Council. In your letter:
*explain why the building is important
*suggest how the building can be used to benefit the local community
*suggest a solution to finance the repairs.
Most country are compared by their economic success. Do you think there are some other important factors that need to be taken into consideration? Give your opinion and relevant examples.
In many countries, people working in sport and entertainment earn much more money than professionals like doctors, nurses, and teachers. Why do you think this happens in some societies? Do you consider it good or bad?
Historical objects and artefacts should be brought back to their country of origin. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries it is mandatory that children learn multiple practical skills alongside formal knowledge in their general education, while in others it is optional for students to choose whether to take these classes so they are not distracted from their main curriculum. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The pie chart gives information the percentage of volunteers by sector , 2008 and 2014.
In many nations, it is becoming mandatory to receive vaccinations in order to prevent the spread of disease. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter
Correct the information in the article
Explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information.
Suggest what the magazine should do about this situation.
Write at lease 150 words.
In many countries, good schools and medical facilities are available only sin cities. Some people think new teachers and doctors should work in rural areas for a few years, but others think everyone should be free to choose where they work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.