Some people believe that schoolchildren should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You are going to throw a party and would like to cook a special dish for your guests but do not have the recipe.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• tell your friend why you are having a party
• explain what dish you want to cook and ask your friend for the recipe
• invite your friend to the party
Dear .....
you and your colleague would like to use a company room for staff break times but you need the managers permission. write a letter to your manager in your letter you should: explain the advantages of having a room for staffbreak times,suggest which room would be most suitable and why and say what changes to the room would be necessary
you are having a party and want to invite your friend from a different city. describe why you are having the party give directions on how to get to the venue suggest how you can accommadate him/her
There is a debate over who should teach children to follow a healthy eating routine to children. Some argue that teachers ought to teach the students to choose more beneficial foods, others argue that parents play a crucial role in this process.
Children nowadays are experiencing health issues, which were previously believed to be exclusive to adults. Obesity, a significant health problem, is widespread among young individuals. What are its causes and what solutions can be offered? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You have visited another city in your country.
Prior to the visit you requested some information from a tourist centre,
but the information was incorrect. Write a letter to the manager of the centre and say
- What information were you looking for?
- What was incorrect in it?
- What happened to you because of it.
Some students find certain subjects, such as maths and philosophy, difficult. So, some people argue that these subjects should not be compulsory for all. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both views and give ur opinion.
Some people assert that history has little value in the contemporary world. But some believe that history is needed today to learn from the past. Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people argue that working in a large company is important, others however give preferance to work in a small company.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that the only purpose of films is to entertain. Others say films should have education values. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Global warming is one of the biggest threats to our environment. What are the main causes of global warming, and what measures can individuals and governments take to tackle this issue.
Question 3 The maps below show Huntingdon as it is now, and how it will change in the future. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main, and make comparisons where relevant.
You would like to buy some electrical goods at a shop in a town which is far from your home.
Write a letter to the manager of the shop. In your letter:
say which electrical goods you want
ask questions about the cost of the goods and how to pay
explain how you will collect the goods.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear...
Many people argue that the average age of drinking should be above the current set age. Others think it should be above the individual and shouldn’t be based on the factor of age. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Due to population growth many people these days live in apartments with limited space and no out door areas. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh its disadvantages?
young people have different ideas and attitiude when compared with their parents and grandparents.What are the differences?What problems may be caused due to this?
Some people believe that in a city, the best way to travel is by car, while other people argue that bicycles are a better way of travelling in a city. → Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Q. Air pollution is currently a big issue in most industrialized cities causing respiratory problems and changes in weather patterns. What do you think are the causes of this? What measures can be taken to reduce air pollution?
The chart below shows tha value of one country's exports in various catagories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each catagory of exports in 2016 compared with 2015 Summarise the information by selecting and reporting main features, and make comparisons where relavant.
More and more adults have continued to live with their parents for many years after they have completed education and found jobs. Do the advantages of this choice outweigh the disadvantages?
The growing nuber of overweight people is putting a strain on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health isssues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Due to success of convenience food and ready-made meals, we are failing to pass on adequate culinary skills to the next generation. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.
Some people believe that the depletion of natural resources is an unavoidable consequence of economic development. 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 three pie charts provide information about the percentage of degrees granted in terms of four different professions at the National University over the period in question.
One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. Do you think theladvantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Technological development leads to lots of environmental issues. Some people think a simple life style can preserve environment while others argue that technology itself can solve it. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge of experience
The pie chart represents the source of fish import to Canada and the table shows the total value in Billions of Dollars.
Some people believe that buying local products is better for the economy and the environment, while others argue that imported goods offer more variety and better quality. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
your child is going on a school trip abroad for three days and the headmaster of the school has asked anyparents if they would like to come along to assist.you would like to go . write a letter to the headmaster.
say why you woud like to go?
Suggest what you could do to help during the trip?
ask some further questions about the trip?
Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that athe circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivationfor committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
You are due to start a new job next week but you will not be able to beacuse you have some problems. Write a letter to your new empolyer. In your letter
explain your position siutation
describe your problem
tell him/her when you think you can startess.
Newspapers have influenced people's idea and opinions. What are the reason for this? Is this a positive or a nagative devlopment?
You applied for a new passport, and it got delayed. Due to this delay, you missed your (study) intake. You are very disappointed over this delay. Write a letter to the Regional Passport Office for the same. In your letter
● introduce yourself
● describe what happened and how you are at loss
● say what you want the officer to do
Some people think that zoos are cruel and should be closed down. Others believe that zoos are beneficial for the conservation of endangered species. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days, many students behave badly at schools. What are the problems that can arise because of this issue? What are the solutions that can be taken to solve this problem?
Many people feel it is a waste of money to try to save endangered animal species, for example the tiger or the blue whale. To what extent do you agree or disagree whit this statement?
Write a letter to a local newspaper. In your letter:
ointroduce yourself
odescribe the importance of the park
osay what action you will take if the council continues with its plan
Some educationalists argue that non-exam , arts-based subjects , such as music , drama, art and craft , should be compulsory in the secondary –school curriculum. They believe that activities such as these can improve overall academic performance . to what extent do you agree or disagree?
More and more young people are watching real-life violence due to the growth of online videos on social networks. This could cause societal problems in the future. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
Some people believe that globalization has a positive impact on economic development and cultural exchange. However, others argue that it leads to the erosion of local cultures and widening income inequalities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
There was a time when people only shopped out for necessity, but these days shopping seems to have become a new form of leisure activity, people don’t appreciate the value of money anywhere. To what extent do you agree with the view?
Discuss both views: some people believe family influences the children’ development; however, some argue that other influences (movie, music, friends…) more affect children.
The shortage of housing in big cities can cause severe consequences，and only government actions can solve the problem. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that manufactures and shopping malls should sell fewer packaged products while others argue that people have the responsibility to buy products with less packaging. Discuss both view and give your own opinion.
You have been offered a job that will require you to move to a city that you have never visited before. You have a friend who lives there. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, Explain your situation,
Say why you feel unsure about living in the city
Ask some questions about life in the city.
ou are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall.
You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall.
Write a letter to the manager. In the letter:
describe what the group does
explain why the group is good for the community
suggest alternative days and times for practice
Some believe that having a good work-life balance is important, while others argue that achieving career success requires a sacrifice in personal life. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ome people believe that the advent of economical air travel has been beneficial by making international travel more accessible, while others argue that is has had a very negative impact. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion