You live in an English speaking country and you want to do some voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which organizes such trips. In your letter:
Explain why you want to do the voluntary work.
State what your skills and experience are.
Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The graph below shows the number of shops that closed and the numer of new shops that opened in one coutry between 2011 and 2018. Summarise the in formation by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant,
More and more plastic waste is polluting cities, countryside and oceans. What problems does it cause? What are the solutions?
Write a letter to your friend help him deciding whether to go to college or to try to get a job.
It is important to use land for human needs such as farming, housing, and industry than to save it for endangered animals. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Prevention is better than cure. Out of a country’s health budget, a large proportion should be diverted from treatment to spending on health education and preventive measure. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows information about the use of public transport in one country, by age group and location of residence, in 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Large members of visitors can endanger ancient archeological sites such as Machu Plcchu. In your opinion, is it more important to try to preserve such sites or allow public access to them?
Some people think that governments should invest more money in teaching science than other subjects in order for a country to develop and progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is often said “when is Rome, do as the Romans do”. Do you think people should adapt and accept the culture of the country they are visiting? Do you think it is possible to learn a culture without learning the language?
Nowaday, a growing nimber of poeple with health peoblem are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative develpment?
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can couse serious social problmes, as well as practical problmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The charts compares the value changes in UK metal industry between 1970 and 2000. While, UK demand and UK production fell over time, the import rose . The second line graph reveals the employment status in UK steel industry. As the graph shows, UK demand in the beginning was in the higher line with 200000 in 1970, but it decreased slowly about 180000 in 1980. Then the UK demand declined rapidly to approximately 110000 in 1990. Afterward, the demand went down slightly from 1990 to 2000. The UK production in the beginning was around 160000 in 1970. However, the value dropped steadily to approximately 9000 from 1970 to 1990. Afterward the value kept unchanged between 1990 and 2000. The import at first was in the bottom line with around 1 in 1970. Then gradually increased to 500000 from 1970 to 1990. Afterward, the import climbed substantially to around 700000 in 2000. Regarding working parties status in UK steel industry. In the beginning of year employments were 50000 in 1970. Then slowly fell to 40000 between 1970 and 1980, and plunged considerably to 20000 in 1990. Then the status decreased slightly to around 19000 from 1990 to 2000.
the graph below shows the number of shops that closed and the number of new shops that opened in one country between 2011 and 2018. summarize information and make a comparison.
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
-Say why he/she would not enjoy going to the college
-Explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
-Suggest types of job that would be suitable for fim/her
The two pie charts show the average spending by households in a country at two different points in its economic development. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Your colleague is traveling from another country by plane for a meeting. You have arranged the airport pickup, hotel accommodation and planned his/her meetings. Write a letter to your colleague. In your letter,
– Say when and where you will meet him/her
– Explain where he/she will stay
– Tell him/her about the other arrangements you made.
Now a days international tourism is the biggest industry. It creates tension rather than understanding between people from different countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Air travel is preferred by the rich people only.Majority of the peope receive no benefit from the development of air travel as an industry. Do you agree or disagree?
Prevention is better than cure." Out of a country's health budget, a large proportion should be diverted from treatment to spending on health education and preventative measures. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph below shows the number of shops that closed and the number of new shops that opened in one country between 2011 and 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. NUR
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Other say that these are not the only reason why some should learn a foreign language. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
You are working overseas in an international company. You are leaving the country in an emergency. Write a letter to your friend.
Apologies for leaving like this.
Explain what happened.
Tell them what you are going to miss about working.
The table below shows the projected costings over the next five years in American dollars for three environmental projects sustainable forestry. The pie chart shows the expected expenditure breakdown allocation for the first years as the projects are set up.
The two pie charts below show the percentages of industry sectors’ contribution to the economy of Turkey in 2000 and 2016. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many places, new homes are needes, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?
Many people try to create a balance between their professional life and their personal life. However, very few are able to achieve such a balance. What problems stop people from achieving a work-life balance? How can these problems be overcome?
Every country has poor people and every country has different ways of dealing with the poor. What are some of the reasons for poverty? What can we do to help the poor? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
People from different backgrounds try to change their look by changing the colour of their hair using costemics, wearing jewellery or even having a plastic surgery done. Why do you think people do it? Do you think changing a look is a good thing?
Living in a foreign country requires a person to interact with a different culture on a daily basis, whether during their studies, work, or social life. Within the context of higher education (university), what are the causes and potential effects of communication breakdown within multicultural project groups? To what extent can a student proactively learn the necessary skills that aid effective intercultural communication?
Many believe that living in a city offers greater benefit compared to life in the countryside. To what extent to do you agree or disagree?
Some people suggest that a country should try to produce all the food for its population and import as little food as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
More and more international companies are investing and locating their business in foreign country. What problems will local communities face with and what can be done ?
The graphs show the changes in the UK steel industry between 1970 and 2000. (million tonnes vs thousand). Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Value changes in UK steel industry 1970-2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. Whats is your opinion about this?
The line chart depicts the figures of foreigners visiting the coast, the lake and the mountain, and series 3 of a European country from 1987 to 2007.
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
The chart below shows the value of one country's export in various cayegories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage changes in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
The most effective way to solve the traffic problem and trasport problems in the cities is to encourage people from cities to live in suburbs or countryside. to extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people think that it is good for a country’s culture to broadcast foreign films and TV shows. Others, however, think it is best to produce local films and shows. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative develoment?
Some people think that it would be better for large companies and industry to movie to regional areas outside large urban centers. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
There will be a traditional celebration in your country and you want to invite your friend from an English speaking country . Write him/her a letter and invite your friend. Explain what happens at the party describe the tradition and why itʼs important in your country say why itʼs important for your friend to be there .
Imagine that a company plans to build an industry in your hometown. Discuss the factory might improve your community. Do you favor or oppose to build in your community. Give reasons and examples.
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children thi message?
The Syrian civil war began in 2011 under the influence of the Arab Spring when the people of Syria started asking for reforms
Syrian government repressed peaceful demonstrations by force and through killing innocents. That is when the armed opposition formed in Syria and Bashar Al Assad started defending his authority with all his might.
The Syrian proved Al Assad has no real authority in Syria. It makes him looking help from Russia, Iran and Hezbollah. Syrian people were started started. Russia and Iran use weapons against Syrian people. Syrian people started seeking refugees and help from other neighboring countries.
War almost always creates public disaster. Everywhere where war happens, civilization at risk. There are many people in conflict areas who need protection. They are innocent people who actually dream about a worth and safe world.
Countries who focus their attention on ending war must put in extra effort to realize their mission. UN Representatives from various countries often propose peace missions as a solution. Through these representatives, countries can vocalize their opinions through communities like the UN where they are gather and discuss world peacekeeping.
Ironically, not all countries feel the same. In this case, several of them do not seem to support world peace. They focus on their own political ideals. Therefore destruction and problematic scenarios continue.
When talking about Syrian refugees there are always countries that are for and against their better interests. Countries like the US and organizations like the EU fully support ending the suffering in Syria. Other countries like Russia seem to not support the rebels or the end of their suffering, rather, they support the Syrian government. That is why there is not yet a consensus.
Two draft texts — one from France and Spain, and the other from the Russian Federation — address the conflict in Syria. They failed to be adopted by the Security Council due to a heated debate on the content. Meanwhile, urgent calls for humanitarian intervention for the besieged city of Aleppo continue to be made.
The French and Spanish text that would have had the Council demand an immediate halt to all aerial bombardments and military flights over the city of Aleppo received 11 affirmative votes, two abstentions (Angola and China), and two negative votes (Russian Federation and Venezuela).
The Russian Federation’s text, by which the Council would have urged an immediate cessation of hostilities, particularly in Aleppo, received a vote of 4 in favour (China, Egypt, Russian Federation, Venezuela) to 9 against (France, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Senegal, Spain, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States), with 2 abstentions (Angola and Uruguay).
The Statement
JEAN-MARC AYRAULT, the French Minister for Foreign Affairs, supports the end of the conflict in Syria. He spoke in front of representatives from all over the world about Aleppo. What happened in Aleppo could be a horrendous repetition of what had happened in Guernica, Sarajevo and Grozny.
ROMÁN OYARZUN MARCHESI (Spain) stated that the ongoing conflict could still be ahead. He demanded for international organizations to not close their eyes to the situation. If the conflict could be ended, 1000 towns could be saved and a humanitarian catastrophe could be stopped. He talked about the intolerable actions of the Syrian Government who removed medical assistance to these areas. France and Spain have done everything they can to make the 15 nation council come to a consensus.
The Russians continue to veto this proposal.
VITALY I. CHURKIN (Russian Federation) the Russian Minister for Foreign Affairs and Security Council President for October, spoke to his nation, stating that the backstory to the draft resolution was well known. He argued that after destroying Libya, the troika of permanent Western members of the Security Council had turned its eyes on Syria. Furthermore, the French delegation had not put forward a single constructive initiative. In its current proposed draft, the concept of a ban on all military flights had not been fleshed out.
Denying Syrian Refugee
Various countries deny Syrian refugees come to their country to get asylum. US has denied application from 7 % Syrian refugees regarding to their migration. I think this case is unique. Syrian refugees must apply application forms to be selected later by the US administration. There will be failed application and accepted application. US faced dilemma whether they accepted or not. Syrian refugee often associated with a “terrorist country”. Various countries must be thinking twice to accept thousand people who comes from Syria. It is caused by previous terror in Paris, officers find a Syrian passport who belong to one of the terrorists.
The table illustrates the cost of three environmental projects for sustainable forestry in the next five years. The pie chart, on the other hand, depicts four sectors allocated in the project in the first year.
Nowadays a growing number of people with heath problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
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 ...,
32.Some people say that art (e.g. painting, music, poetry) can be made by everyone whereas others believe that it can be only made by those with special ability. Discuss both views and give your opinion.