Due to many human activities animal's and plants' life is in danger. Some think that this cannot be changed. Some think that government should do something. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart shows the percentage of fuel from renewable energy used in the transport sector in six European unions in 2009 and 2010, compared to the average. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
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
Nowadays, when popular consumer products sell well, it is not because of societal requirements but because of advertising's influence. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called 'The book that influenced me most’.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter,
•describe what this book was about
•explain how this book influenced you
•say whether this book would be likely to influence other people
The first ma to walk on the moon said Space exploration was going to change mankind's life. Some people argue that it made only a little change to our lives. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Computers ar often argued to be the most importent invention of the last hundred years. To what extent do you agree or diagree with this statment
Many people argue that the use of technology, such as smartphones and social media, has had a negative impact on interpersonal communication skills. Others believe that technology has enhanced communication and connectivity. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
You are due to start new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems.
Write a letter to your new employeer. In your letter:
• Explain your situation
• Describe your problems
• Tell him or her when you think you can start.
More and more qualified people are moving from oiir ti rucg ciybtrues ti fukk vacabcues in specialist areas like engineering, computing and medicine. Some people believe that by encouraging the movement of such people, rich countires are stealing from poor countries. Ohters feel that this is only part of the natural movement of worker around the world. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.’
The nuclear family is well adapted to moving due to its size. Do you think children benefit in any way from moving? Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvanta
The table below gives information about the value of exports of kiwi fruit from New Zealand to five countries between 2010 and 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and re-porting the main features, and making comparisons where relevant.
You are going on vacation and would like a colleague to look after your work while you are away.
Write a letter to your colleague. In your letter:
•Explain why you will be away
•Describe what you need them to do
•Offer to help when they are on holiday
You are interested in attending a training course abroad but require financial support to do so. Write a letter to the education department requesting financial assistance.
In your letter
•introduce yourself
•describe the training course and how it would benefit your work
•explain why you need financial assistance.
Write a letter in response to the parent.
In your letter, you should:
• discuss and evaluate the issues raised by the parent in the letter
• give your own views about teaching life skills and whether you think these lessons should
replace other subjects in the curriculum.
Some people believe that traveling to different countries is the best way to gain knowledge about other cultures. Others argue that it is possible to learn about other cultures through books, films, and the internet. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a full time job and are also doing a part time evening course. You now find that you can not continue the course.
Write a letter to your tutor. In your letter,
describe the situation
explain why you cannot continue at this time
say what action you would like to take
You should write at least 150 words.
To achieve personal happiness, the relationships we have with other people are more essential than every other thing. Issues like wealth and occupations take the second place. Write to support this claim.
Medical studies have shown that smoking not only leads to health problems for the smoker, but also for people close by. For this reason, smoking should not be allowed in public places. Opponents argue that the forbiddance of smoking would possibly affect the freedom of choice or lead to the closure of many bars and pubs. However, supporters of this ban place people’s health problems at the top of the scale.
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called `the book that influenced me most`.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In our letter:
Describe what this book was about
Explain how this book influenced you
Sa whether this book would be likely to influence other people
The visuals give information about the number of hours students spent preparing for an admission test for an Asian university and their subsequent performance in that test. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The given bar chart illustrate the proportions of divorce in two European countries (Finland, Sweden) from 2011 to 2015. These values are measured in percentages.
The graph below shows the production levels of main fuels in a European country from 1981 to 2000.
Big salary is much important than job satisfaction. Do you agree or disagree? Provide relevant examples if necessary. Answer: It is often argued that it is more advantageous to do a job with high wage, even if it does not appeal to you at all. I completely disagree with the statement and I think that growth in job and challenging roles are more important than higher compensation.
Some people argue that all experimentation on animals is bad and should be outlawed. However, others believe that important scientific discoveries can be made from animal experiements. Can experimentation on animals be justified? Are there any alternatives? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples form your knowledge and experience.
Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about your dog.
Include in your letter:
- Your reason for writing
- What would you like to happen
Practice 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course. Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter, •describe the situation •explain why you cannot continue at this time •say what action you would like to take You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any ad
Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the world are now “one big traffic jam”. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can government take to discourage people from using their cars?
Many people argue that pupils should not be forced to learn another language at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A new neighbour has moved in next door and has taken your main rubbish bin.
Write a letter to your new neighbour requesting that they return the item. In the letter:
– Explain that new bins must be sourced from the local council
– Request that the person returns your bin immediately
– Inform the person of what further actions you will take should they not return your bin
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an artel called “The book that influenced me most”. Write a letter to the editor about the book that influenced you most.
recent years, The number of crimes committed by young people in major City throughout the world is increasing. discuss this issue. give reason and suggest some solutions.
Prison is the best punishment for criminals. Discuss. Give reasons for youe answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowlidge or experience
QUESTIONS: In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decided to do this.
In some countries, many people continue to live with or very near their parents even when they are married and have their own children. Does this situation have more advantages or more disadvantages?
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, however, argue that it is important to stay at university. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
1. Opinion Questions: In the future it may be necessary for us to live on other planets. For this reason, some people believe that we should spend money now to research other planets, such as Mars. What extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently went on a business trip to another country and you faced an issue at the airport.
Write a letter to the airport management and include
● what the details of your flight were.
● what the problem at the airport was.
● some suggestions for improvement.
Some people believe that violence on television and in computer games has a damaging effect on the society. Others deny that these factors have any significant influence on people's behaviour. What is your opinion?
Question: some people believe that no one should be allowed to continue working after the age of 65. However, others say there shouldn’t be a limitation on the age and anyone should be allowed to work regardless of their age. Discuss both views and give an opinion.
In many countries, old people are valued by the government while others think that they should consider the young. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Discussion Type - Samples Question Some people claim that there should be some fixed guide lines in how to deal or implement changes in an organization, whereas others believe in other approaches to perform these changes. Discuss both of these views and state your own opinion.
world there are constant traffic jams. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can governments take to discourage people from owning cars?
some people think that to be successful you need to get University education whereas others say it is not true. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
During the last twenty years, the assessment of students has undergone a major transformation. Many educational institutions have shifted their focus from traditional examination towards a variety of innovative assessment techniques, as they believe traditional examination results are not often true to student’s ability. To what extent do you agree with this belief? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Due to poorer countries experiencing a 'brain drain' they are seeing many professionals, such as doctors and teachers, leaving to work in more developed countries. What problems does this cause? What solutions can be suggested to deal with this situation?
You have been asked to write a letter of invitation to Professor W. Chan Kim asking him to give a talk on National Blue Ocean Strategy (NBOS). You should provide the following details in your letter:
Some people choose to spend their leisure time with colleagues from their workplace. Others prefer to keep their personal life and working life separate. Is it a good idea to spend leisure time with people from work? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Plagiarism in school has become a major issue in many countries today. What are the causes of this problem? What are some possible solutions?