There are many ways for people to maintain contact with family and friends when living far away from each other. Some people believe that traditional letters are better than online methods of communication. To what extent do you agree with this point of view.
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Last Tuesday you flew from New York to Paris. When you arrived home, you discovered that you had left your cabin bag on the plane. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter, you should explain:
•where and when you lost your bag
•what your bag looks like
•what its contents were
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a problem with a neighbour. Write a letter to your neighbour.
In your letter:
describe the problem
say how long it has been a problem
explain what action you want the neighbour to take
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic: Some people believe that computers are more a hindrance than a help in today's world. Others feel that they are such indispensable tools that they would not be able to live or work without them. In what ways are computers a hindrance? What is your opinion?
Your next door neighbour owns a small dog that barks throughout the day and the night. Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter:
oYour reason for writing
oWhat you would like to happen
oA nice, respectful style.
You live near a record shop that sells music, movies, and books.
Write a letter to the shop asking if they have a few different items you are looking for.
– Ask what the prices are and if they can be orders
– Ask when they would arrive and if you can have them held in advance
Advantages and disadvantages of working abroad. Why is it getting a popular idea of living abroad? To what degree do you agree with this choice.
Some people believe that when recruiting new staff, businesses should try to attract people who can work independently on their own, while others believe that they should recruit people who are able to work in a team. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, young people have little leisure time and are under a lot of pressure to work hard for their study. What do you think the causes and what solutions can you suggest? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people say that advertising is extremely succssesful at persuading us to buy things.Other people thinks that adv ertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
News editor decide what to to broadcast on television and what to print in newspaper. What factors do you think influence these dicisions? Do we bacame used to bad news? Would it be better if more good news was reported?
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter describe what you enjoyed about the course, say how much cooking you’ve done since the course, and suggest another cookery course you’d like the school to offer.
Your friend has been offered a place on a cource at the university where you studied. He/she would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an letter to your friend Describe where you lived when you were a student at the university Recommend the best way to for him/her to look for accommodation Warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accomodation
A friend of yours is thinking of going on camping holiday for the first time this summer. He has asked for your advice.
Write a letter your friend. In your letter
Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
Describe some possible disadvantages
Say whether you would line to go camping with your friend thi summer
You are living in a University residence, and you have a problem with the high levels of noise from
a new campus restaurant which is open late at night. Write a letter to the governor of the
University. In your letter,
Complain about the situation
Say why this is a problem
And propose ways to reduce the noise
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
You recently bought an expensive electronic product from a store and found that the product does not work properly. Write a letter to store manager. In your letter,
Complain about the problem
Propose action for the store to take
Request conformation that this is agreed
In many cities, there is a lack of land that could be used for housing. As population levels in these areas increase, would it be better to use land for parks or for housing? Do you agree or disagree?
The tradition of families getting together to eat meals is disapearing. What are the reasons?What are the impact?
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
You are having a party and want to invite your friend from a different city.
Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
Describe why you are having the party Give directions on how to get to the venue
Suggest how you can accommodate him/her
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
You recently purchased a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work properly.
Write a letter to the store manager. In your letter:
Describe the problem with the equipment.
Explain how this issue has affected you.
State what you would like the store to do about it.
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opmion
The table illustrates the percentage of students attending four secondary school types from 2000 and 2009 Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
The charts below show household spending patterns in two countries between 1980 and 2008
Your friend recently moved to a new home and you would like to give him a present for the house. Write a letter to your friend
You are studying at a college which has very limited sports and leisure facilities for students. Write
a letter to the principal. In your letter,
•outline the situation
•propose ways to improve this situation
•request a meeting to discuss this
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Write at least 150 words
You have chosen This will take you about 0 minutes STEP 1 - Read the task Money spent on space exploration is a complete waste. Governments could better spend this money on other things to benefit the nation. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Your local council has been doing roadworks to install new internet cables along the road outside your house. This has caused a lot of noise and inconvenience. Write a letter to your local councillor to complain. In your letter:
Describe what has happened, say why you are complaining, explain what you would like your councillor to do.
Some people believe that we should not study history , as it has little or nothing to tell us . Do you agree or disagree.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primaryschool rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Many people use written language in a less formal and more relaxed way. Why? Does this development have advantages and disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You recently met an old friend while you were on a business trip to another city. Now you are planning another business trip to this city and would like to see your friend again.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
1. say why you enjoyed seeing him/her
2. give details of your plans for your next business trip to this city
3. suggest arrangments for seeing him/her again there
Some feel that countries should produce most of the food that is eaten in their country and import as little as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The use of social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, is replacing face-to-face contact in this century. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
You work for a company. You have seen some information online about a training course that would be useful for your work, but it is very expensive. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• describe the content of this course and its benefits
• why you would like to attend this course
suggest how him/her could help you
Some people think that Olympic game are exciting events that bring other nations together. Others say Olympics is a waste of money and the money could be better spend on other things. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Your neighbour has recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house flat
Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter
Explain the reason for the noise
Apologise
Describe what action you will take
You do not need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follows
Dear ………………………,
You are going to have a party. You would like to invite a friend who lives in a city that is a long way from your home.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
explain why you are having the party
Describe your plans for the party
Suggest how your friend can travel to the party and where he/she can stay
You have seen a job advertised in the newspaper. You want to
apply for the job.
Write a letter to the manager of the company.
In your letter
• provide information about yourself
• give details of your previous work experience
• Say why the company should consider you for the job You do NOT need to write any
addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir,
You are going to move out of your apartment in a English-speaking country. Your landlord is a very good person, who has assisted you a lot during your stay. Meanwhile, your friend would like to rent the flat after you. Write a letter to your landlord.
In your letter,
•Let your landlord know that you will be leaving
•Thank you landlord for his/her help
•Tel him/her about your friend
Some people believe that everyone should be free to make their own lifestyle choices, even if those choices are unhealthy. Other people think that the government should intervene to influence other people’s choices, for example by putting high taxes on unhealthy products. Discuss both of these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience
Many people work long hour, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?
You have received a job advertisement and decide to apply for the job. Write a letter to the recruiter. In your letter Express your interest in the job Explain why you are suitable for this position Ask some questions about the job
Many people believe that women make better parents than men and that is why they have the greater role in raising children in most societies. Others claim that men are just as good as women at parenting. Write an essay expressing your point of view.
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You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident and wasn't able to play with you.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
· tell him/her which team won
· describe the weather conditions that day
· say how you felt about the match
Some people believe that the government should spend more money to creat more art such as paintings and statues, in cities to make them a better place to live. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your next door neighbour owns a small dog that barks throughout the day and the night.
Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter:
– Your reason for writing
– What you would like to happen
– A nice, respectful style
The gap between the rich and the poor is becoming wider; the rich are becoming richer and the poor are even getting poorer. Some people think that governments are responsible for this issue, and others think it is the responsibility of individuals. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A good friend has just changed schools and is having difficulty fitting in and needs your advice.
Write a letter to your friend.