The chart below shows the market share of mobile phones in each country in 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons.
n the past, lectures were the traditional method of teaching large numbers of students in a classroom. Nowadays new technology is increasingly being used to teach students. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this new approach in teaching? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Your local newspaper would like to have a new regular weekly feature on a subject of interest for readers. Readers are being encouraged to make suggestions sent in an e-mail to the newspaper.
Write a letter to the newspaper. In your letter:
Suggest a topic that you think would be popular.
Say why it would be of interest
Explain why it is more relevant/interesting than other topics
Some people think history has nothing or little to tell us, but others think that studying history can help us better understand the present. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give a reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
The table below shows the proportion of different categorie of families living in poverty in Australia in 1999. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A nation’s population should pay for their healthcare provision in the future. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart shows British Emigration to selected destinations between 2004 and 2007. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. dinosaur, dodo…) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the changes in the percentage of households with cars in one European country between 1971 and 2001.Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to uccessful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight afte school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The bar chart below shows how exports from one country were transported in three different years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart gives information on the percentage of women going into higher education in five countries for the years 1980 and 2915. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make compar
The graph shows the obesity rate in one country over a period of time. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that students should only study subjects they like. Others think they should focus on practical subjects like science and tech. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You recently visited a theatre and had an accident there. The staff were very helpful. Write a letter to the manager giving good feedback.
In your letter, you should tell:
– and describe the accident
– how the staff helped you
– how similar situations could be prevented in the future.
Some people think that students should study only science and technology subjects. Others believe that students should also learn other subjects like history and arts. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart show information about how families in one country spent their weekly income in 1968 and in 2018. Summarize key feature snd make comparisons where relavant.
We are becoming increasingly dependent on computer- based on technology. How do you think it will change in the future? Is it good for us to rely so much on computers?
IN SOME COUNTRIES OWING THE HOME RATHER THEN RENTING ONE IS IMPORTANT ? WHY MIGHT THIS BE THE CASE? DO YOU THINK IT IS A POSITIVE SIDE OR NEGATIVE SITUATION?
People are more mobile nowadays. They seldom live in one city all of their lives. Why do you think this is happening? What are the consequences of this trend? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion
These days, more and more people are going to other countries for significant periods of time, either to find a job or to study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country.
you recently received a letter fron you bank that should have contained a new credit card. Unfortunately, the card was not in the letter.
Write a letter to your bank manager. I your letter,
Explain what has happened
suggest the credit card should be cancelled for security reasons
ask when a new credit card can be sent to you.
In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, the have more opportunities to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages?
In recent years, the family structure has changed, as well as family roles. Whet are the changes occurring? Do you think these changes are positive or negative?
The graph below gives information about the percantage of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make compariosans ehere relevant.
You recently attended a series of English lessons in a language school. However, you were unhappy with the teaching quality.
Write a letter to the director of the school. In your letter:
•explain why you chose to study English at the school
•describe the problems you had with the lessons
• suggest how the classes could be improved
the chart below shows the amount of leisure time enjoyed by men and women of different employment status. write a report.
the maps shows a prsent layout of an office building and plans for its future redevelopement.
The government is responsible for protecting a nation's cultural identity. Thus, some people believe new building should be built in traditional styles. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the opinion?
In some countries, students are encouraged to live with their families while studying, while in others, students are expected to live on their own. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
The government needs to spend money to encourage the development of sports and arts for school students, rather than to support professional sports and art events. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nowadays, young people tend to rush into independence. Many of them leave home to study or work while still in their teens. Do you think it is positive or negative?
Some think that students must travel to another country in order to learn its languages and customs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the propoetion of a country's GDP spending on three different areas from 2000 to 2025. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The two maps below show an island, before and after the construction of some tourist activities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the figure for hours per week in the industrial sector in European countries in 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
It is better for college students to live in schools than live at home with their parents. Do you agree or disagree?
The pie chart below shows the main reasons why agricultural land become less productive. These table shows how these causes affected three regions of the world during the 1990s. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
The graph below shows the averate growth in domestic products in wealthy countries, countries that have adopted a global approach to business and countries that have not. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below.
Some people believe that travelling alone is the best way to experience a country or a culture. Others feel that is better to travel with other people you know. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many student choose to take a gap year before starting university, to travel or gain work experience. Do you think this is a good idea or a waste of time? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The maps below show changes in the city of Nelson in recent times. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
What are some of these changes in family structure and roles? Do you think these changes are positive or negative?
The diagrams below show changes that have taken place in the Sawry District neighborhood since 1920. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the price of bananas in 4 different countries from 1996 to 2004. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
In soIn the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
The two pie charts below show the online shopping sales for retail sectors in Canada in 2005 and 2010. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. (20 mins.)
The diagram below shows how a biofuel called ethanol is produced. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Your report should comprise a minimum of 150 words.
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
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
To Whom This May Concern,
The environmental problems facing today's world are so great that there is little ordinary people can do the improve the situation. Governments and large companies should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?