A healthy person is often described as someone who has a good diet, gets plenty of exercises and avoids stress. What should people do to stay healthy in your country? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
These days Internet –based courses have become a popular alternative to University – based courses. Some students prefer this type of learning because they do not need to attend lectures. Others argue that it is important to study at university. Discuss both these views and give your opinion
the maps below show the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now ,and plants for its development. summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make comparisions where relevant.
Art and music are considered some of the fundamental elements of all societies. Do you think art and music still have a place in today's modern world of technology? Should children spend more time learning art and music at school?
It is believed that secondary school children should study international news as one of their school subjects. Others think that this is a waste of valuable school time Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Popular hobbies and interests change over time and are more a refection of trends and fashions than an indication of what individuals really want to do in their spare time. To what extent do you agree and disagree.
Some people believe the benefits of tourism outweigh the problems it creates in a particular place. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
The two pie charts below show some employment pattens in Great Britain in 199w
Genetic engineering has the potential to revolutionize our world, from solving hunger and disease to enhancing human capabilities. However, some argue that these advancements bring with them unforeseen risks and ethical concerns. Discuss both views & give your own opinion
One of the major problems that faces today's governments is creating enough satisfactory housing for their increasing populations whilst still trying to protect the environment. Discuss this statement and give your opinion.
In many countries the cost of living is rising. What are the effects on individuals and society? What measures can be taken to deal with this problem?
Scientists predict in the near future, cars will be driven by computers, not people. Why? Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Vy
Some people say that art can be made by everyone, while others believe that it can only be made by those with special abilities and talents. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The digram below shows the multistage production of pears as canned fruits. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the process below.
The charts below give information on a bus company's services between 1999 and 2003, including the target and actual percentage of buses that arrived on time, and the number of customer complaints.
An old car was left on the street near your apartment block several weeks ago. You telephoned the local council to get them to take it away, but nothing has been done about it. The car is now causing a problem for residents. Write a letter 1. Describe the car 2. outline the problems it is causing 3. tell the council what you want them to do
The tendency of new reports in the media to focus more on problems and emergencies than on positive developments is harmful to individuals and society as a whole. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some educationalist think that international exchange visits will benefit teenagers at schools. To what extent do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The maps below show the centre of a small towm called Islip as it is now, and plans for its development.
More and more people are expected to be living in urban centers in the future. What problems will this cause?. Should governments encourage people to settle outside the city?
MPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH, EDUCATION AND TRADE ARE ESSENTIAL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF POORER NATIONS. HOWEVER,THE GOVERNMENTS OF RICHER NATIONS SHOULD TAKE MORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR HELPING THE POORER NATIONS IN SUCH AREAS. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE.
The line graph shows visits to and from the Uk from 1979 to 1999, and the bar chart shows the most popular countries visited by UK residents in 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The subjects and lesson contents are decided by the authorities such as the government. Some people argue that teachers should make the choice. Do you agree or disagree?
The charts below show the amount of financial aid that four nations received and how the money was spent in 1974 and 2014. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter,
•give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
• explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
• describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write your own addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
A huge amount of money goes towards children’s education. In some countries, the government pays some or all of the costs. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
You stayed at your friend’s house when you attended a conference in Australia. Unfortunately, you left a large envelope with some important documents in your room.
Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:
· thank your friend for the stay
· describe where you left the envelope
· ask him/her to return it to you by post
Write at least 150 words in an appropriate style and format.
1.Every year more and more students choose to study online rather than attend classes on campus. Why do you think students prefer to study online? What can universities do to attract students to study on campus?
The bar chart shows information about the favorite subjects of students from two middle schools, school A and school B.
Nowadays we are producing more and more garbage. Why do you think this is happening? What can governments do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The parents and elders believe that the children should spend less time in front of the computer screens as it is harmful to the eyes. To what extent do you agree or disargee?
There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success.
Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter,
•describe what the problem with the changing rooms is
•say what happened the last time you complained
•explain what you want the manager to do
More and more schools allow fast-food restaurants to sell their products to their students. Is it a positive or negative development?
The charts below give information about attendance at entertainment venues and admission prices to those venues in 2009.
The table below shows percentages of students with different attitudes for facilities in the university in the UK in 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The bar chart shows the total amount of income in commerce of fiction books(young adults, classics, mystery, romance, sci- fi and fantasy) from 2006 to 2010.
It is right that university graduates earn more money than less well-educated people and for this reason some people believe university students should pay the full cost of their education. Others, however argue that higher education should be provide for free by the government. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think competitive sports have a good impact on the individual and society. Others think it has negative impact. Discuss both views and give your opiniion
Government should pay for the course fees for everyone who wants to study at the univertisity. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The pie charts below compare household spending in the uk in 1980 with prediction for 2030
The chart below shows the resultsof a survey about people's coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in five australian cities. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
It is better for college students to live far away from home than live at home with their parents. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organized group activities and other believe it is imporatant for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him / her to the party. In your letter:
•explain the reason for the party
• give the date and time of the party
• suggest what the classmate could bring to the party
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Topic: Some people think that university education should be free for everyone, while others believe students should pay for their own studies. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The first chart below shows the results of a survey which sampled a cross-section of 100,000 people asking if they travelled abroad and why they travelled for the period 1994-98. The second chart shows their destinations over the same period. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
ou would like to take a part-time course at the university, but don’t have the money to do it. Write a letter to an organization that supports students financially and asks for help. In your letter
– Describe your qualification and degree.
– Provide some details of the course.
– Explain how this course will help you in the future.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter
explain why you changed jobs – need to feel challenged and also wanted more benefits
describe your new job – whole new experience / I have never worked on it before / love it
tell him/her your other news – next month I’ll travel to Europe
The charts below give information about USA marriage and divorce rates between 1970 and 2000 and marital status of adult americans in two of the years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that if a child commits a crime he or she should be punished, while others think it is the child’s parents who should be punished. Discuss both views and give your opinion.