It is better to save money than to spend it. How far do you agree with this statement? Is saving more important than spending in today’s world? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own
Nowadays people moving to other countries for work. Some people say that it is difficult for children lives, others think that it is better for them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Computer games are very popular in all age groups and nationalities. Parents think it has little educational value and harmful effects. What is your opinion about this? Give examples based on your own experience.
News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspaper. What focus do you think influence these decisions? Do we become to use to bad news, and would it be better more good news was reported?
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her.
More and more people are finding it increasingly important to wear fashionable clothes. Is this attitude to wearing clothes a positive or negative development?
You bought a TV a week ago but when you got home you discovered it did not work properly.You called customer service to report the problem but you have not yet received any help.
Write a letter to the company and in your letter:
•introduce yourself
•explain the problem
•and state what action you would like from the company
many people say that the only way to guarantee getting a good job is to complete a course of university educattion.others claim that it is better to start work after school and gain experience in the world of work. How far do you agree or disagree?
You forgot a bag at the guys and the gym is close for rennovations.
Write a letter to the Gym officer and mention the belpw :
Introduce yourself
Description of the bag
Tell them to who you ant to give the bag to
Some peoplebelieve tha it is essential to include physical eduction classes i the curriculum for all school-age children. Others think that children's time is better spent on more academic subjects. Discuss both biew and give yur own opinion.
You have enrolled for a diploma course in a university in Australia. You want to postpone your joining date by two weeks. Write a letter to the authority concerned requesting for a favour. In your letter,
introduce yourself
explain the circumstances forcing you to ask for a postponement
say what action you would expect the authority to take to help you
Instructions
Read the question below and write a letter.
You recently stayed with a childhood friend for a few days.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:
Thank your friend for letting you stay with them.
refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him/her
invite your friend to visit you
Many people believe that international tourism has negative implication on their countries. What is the reason for it? What can be done to change the negative attitude towards international tourism?
You recently moved to a new city and want to tell your friend about your new home.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
describe the new home
tell your friend how you are feeling about the move
invite your friend to visit you
Scientific research today attempts to go too far. There are certain things in the world which we simply should not try to understand. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge orcexperience.
You recently went to see a good play at a theatre, but you did not enjoy it because of some problems in the theatre.
Write a letter to the manager of the theatre. In your letter:
•say which play you saw and when
•describe the problems you experienced in the theatre
•suggest what the manager should do
You were recently impressed by a staff member at a supermarket. Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter: • Describe the situation • Explain how you were helped • State what you are going to do as a result of this good experience
some people believe government should spend money on building train and subway lines to reduce traffic congestion. Others think that building more and wider reoads is the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and giver your opinion.
An old friend of yours is coming to visit your city. You had planned to meet him at the airport, but something has come up and you will not be able to make it there on time.
Write to your friend, In your letter
Explain the situation
Offer to make alternative arrangements.
Due to rise in university fees arts subjects like history and philosophy should not be taught anymore. Only degree courses should be taught for better employment oppertunities. Do you agree or disagree?
Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebrating New Year in diffrent countries.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter.
• say how important New Year is to people in your country
• describe how New Year is celebrated in your country
• explain what you like about New Year celebrations in your country
Your local hospital has advertised for people to do unpaid work helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time.
Write a letter to the hospital. In your letter
• explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital
• say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do
• give details of when you would be available for this work
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
For the past seven days, you were late for work due to some unavoidable issues at home.
Write a letter to your manager explaining why you were late for work for several days. In your letter,
explain why you were late for the last seven days
apologise for the delay
assure your manager that you will be on time from now on
In many countries, people don't recycle waste materials. Such as bottles and newspaper. What are the reasons for this? What could be done to solve this problem?
In order for the world to be a 'greener' place, punishments and fines for environmentally unfriendly acts committed by individuals need to be more severe. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In order to learn about the way other people in the world live, it is better to look at film or video records than written documents. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this idea?
Some people say that death penalty is a useful tool for those whoo committed violent crimes. Other people say that tdeath penlaty is uncaccptable in today’s socity. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Your local newspaper published an advertisement asking people to offer time for local environmental initiatives in your area.
Write a letter to the project manager to offer your help. In your letter:
-Describe a local volunteer project that you are passionate about
-Explain what you would like to do to help
-Suggest how to gather more support for the cause
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Write a letter to the publisher in a newspaper, asking to advertise a meeting of people from different countries you are organizing. Explain where, when and why
You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they like the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
• say what the participants liked about the hotel
• explain why they were unhappy about the food
• suggest what the managers should do to improve the food in the future
You believe that your local library needs some improvements.
Write a letter to the library manager to suggest changes.
- explain why you think the library needs improvements.
- suggest what changes should be made
- invite the manager to discuss your suggestions in more details.
Although many people value public parks, this space could be better used for the other purposes such as residential areas for the ever growing population or to develop business and build economics. To what extend do you agree or dis agree with this statement.
Some people say that advertising is highly successful at persuading us to buy things. Others think advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both of these points of view and give your opinion.
You are planning a short visit to a city where one of your relatives lives. Write a letter to your relative. In your letter: • Explain when and how long you will be in town. • Ask whether you can stay at their home. • Offer to pay for yourself. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ...,
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants. Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter …
• Remind him when and where you met.
• Tell him what kind of job you are interested in.
• Say why you think you would be suitable for the job.
You recently sent a valuable parcel through a courier company, but it has not arrived at its destination.
Write a letter to the courier company. In your letter:
• Give details of the parcel and when you sent it.
• Explain the importance of the parcel's contents.
• Suggest what action you would like the company to take.
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child.
Write a letter to the parents. In your letter
• explain why you would like the job -
• give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ
• say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia
Write at least 150 words.
Early childhood teachers specialize in the learning, developmental, social, and physical needs of young children.
Your local council is considering a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council
Write a letter to your friend giving some advice. In your letter
• include websites you recommend
• say why you recommend them
• give some other ideas which you think may be useful
Some people believe that it is better for children to grow up in the countryside, while others think that life in a big city offers more opportunities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Children are generally more successful in foreign language studies than adults. Thus, it is better to learn language in childhood. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
It is the job of governments and companies is to deal with the huge environmental problems which we face. Individuals on their own can do little or nothing. What is your opinion about this statement?
In recent years, a large number of highly skilled professionals like doctors, engineers, and IT professionals from poorer countries are leaving their countries for better-paying jobs. What are the possible problems of this and what solutions can you suggest to deal with this issue?
The chart shows how plastic bottles are recycled. Write 150 words on this topic
A local college wants people with a job to come and talk to students about what it is like to work. You would like to come forward and talk to the students about your job.
Write a letter to the principal of the college. In your letter,
•explain what you would like to talk about
• say why students would be interested in your job
• suggest a possible date and time for the talk
You are having some problems with hygiene at your new gym.
Write a letter to the manager of the gym. In your letter,
● describe when you enrolled
● describe the issues
● suggest some solutions
You want to rent out a small apartment to a family, and you have decided to advertise it.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper asking to advertise your ad on the front page of the newspaper. In your letter,
•give details of the ad that you want to publish
•mention that you want the ad to be published on the front page
•say how you would like to pay for the advertisement
The diagrams below show how glass containers such as bottles, are pretty used and recycled.
Should animals be kept in Zoos or are they better living in natural habitat? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You are visiting another town next month for a short break. write a letter to the tourist information centre. In your letter:
Tell them how long you are staying
Ask for some suggestion for what to do
Find out if there are any local events happening at the time