The maps show the changes in Felixstowe in the UK between 1967 and 2001
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.
Annual Rainfall in Kona, Hawaii The graph and table below show the average monthly rainfalls and average annual rainfalls for three towns in the district of Kona in Hawaii for a 30-year period (1971-2000).
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton, and planned future devlopment of the site. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
There are more new towns being built nowadays. It is more important to include public parks and sports facilities than shopping centers for individuals to spend their free time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some cities and towns believe that building outdoor recreation and public spaces is important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The maps below show recent changes in the town of Kimsville. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The maps bellow show changes experienced bt the town of Lakeside at the beginning of the 21st centuries. Summarize the information by reporting the main feature, and make comparisons where relevant. (Duc)
Mrs Barrett, an English-speaking woman who lives in yourtown, has
advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day
next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barrett.In your letter
• suggest how you could help her in her home
. say why you would like to do this work
• explain when you will and will not be available
The map shows information about the town of Canterbury. Overall, while S1 is located in the countryside, S2 is situated in the downtown.
Currently there is a trend towards the use of alternative forms of medicine. However, at best these methods are ineffective, and at worst they may be dangerous. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Some young people are leaving the countryside to live in cites and town, leaving only old people in the countryside. What problems are caused by this issue? What can be done to solve this situation?
You recently visited a public library in your town and found some facilities were not in good condition. Write a letter to the library manager. In your letter:
Describe the problems you found
Explain how these problems affected your visit
Suggest what the library should do to improve
Some people think that the government should establish free libraries in each town, others believe that it is a waste of money since people can access the internet to obtain information. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Planting trees is very important. Some people say that trees should be planted in the vacant areas of the cities and towns, while others say that housing facilities should be built instead. Do you agree or disagree?
MANY CITIES CONTAIN OLD PUBLIC BUILDINGS,SUCH AS TOWN HALLS AND ART GALLERIES,WHICH ARE EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR.SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT GOVERNMENTS SHOULD REPLACE THESE BUILDINGS WITH NEWS ONES.OTHER PEOPLE THINK THAT IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE OLD BUIldings discuss both these views and give your own opinion
You are organising a party and want to invite an old friend who lives in another town.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
-explain why you are organising a party
- give directions to the venue
- suggest a place for your friend to stay while they are in town
Old Towns and Cities The world has many towns and cities constructed in previous centuries that were more suitable and livable for people in those times than they are now. What problems will this cause? What can be done to solve these problems?
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
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbiton and planned future development of the site. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
You're visiting a town where you once worked. Write to a friend you worked with there. Include
the following in your letter:
Tell your friend about your life now
Give him/her details of your visit
Arrange how you can meet.
The local council has decided to build a block of flats on the park opposite the place where you are living
Write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper protesting this development of a beautiful and necessary green space in your town Make suggestions for what people can of should do to stop the development.
Your friend recently moved to the same town where you live. Please write a letter to invite your friend to go to the gym together. In your letter
o describe why you go to this gym
o say what part of this gym you recommend
o explain why you think it is suitable for your friend
Some people discriminate others' hometowns and regions by terms such as Parky or Namkiki. What are causes? What is the solution?
Some people prefer to live in a big city. Others think it is better to live in a small town. Discuss both views.
In some ocuntries, small town-center shop are out of business because people are driving to large out-of-town stores. As a result people without cars have limited access to shops, and so more and more people buy cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this development outweigh the advantages?
The map below shows the changes that have taken place in Meadowside Village and Fonton, a neighboring town, since 1962.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is better to live in one town or city all your life than to move from one place to another. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The graph below shows the total amount of waste produced by cities and towns of six countries in 1980, 1990 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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.
The diagrams show the problem of flooding in a UK town and two possible solutions. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people opine that large outdoor public buildings should be built in cities and towns. Do you agree or disagree?
The maps below show the centre of a small town called (slip as it is now, and plans for its development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The following two maps compare the current and future development plans for the western road area of a town called Springsby
Large businesses have big budget for marketing and promotion and the result people grave gravitate towards buying the products. What problem does this course? What could be done to encourage people to buy local product?
The maps below show an industrial area in the town of Norbition, and planned furure development of the site. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your friend who lives in your home town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your friend. In your mail Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn Explain how your friend could learn this sport Suggest that you both learn this sport together.
The map describes the changes which took place in a town called Frenton over 22 years, starting from 1990.
The map below is of the town of Galrsdon. A new supermarket is planned for the town. The map shows two possible sites for the supermarket. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Essay topics: Write a letter to your friend who is visiting your home town. He needs information and guidance about the town.
- say best time to visit your town
- explain places to visit in your cities
- invite him to your hom
Some people think that it is more important to plant more trees in open area in towns and cities than building more housing.��To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The charts show the percentage of people working in different sectors in Townsend in two years 1960 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your friend. Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn Explain how your fiend could learn this sport Suggest that you both learn this sport together.
The map below shows the plan of a proposed new town
The two maps below show the changes in town of Denham from 1986 to the present day. Summaris the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. (Ulvi)
The charts below give information on the location and types of dance classes young people in a town in Australia are currently attending. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Part 1 Answer
This map illustrates the industrial are and the planned future development of the town of Norbiton.
The maps bellow show changes experienced by the town of Lakeside at the beginning of the 21th century . Summarize the information by reporting the main features , and make comparisons where relevant.
Mrs Barrette, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In your letter
•Suggest how you could help her in her home
•say why you would like to do this work
• explain when you will and will not be available
Write at least 150 words
The maps depict current structures of Islip town center and future look after planned developments are applied.