You recently heard that your friend has started a new job. Write a letter to congratulate him/her. In your letter:
- congratulate them
- ask about the new job
- suggest a time to meet
Write a letter to the editor to give your opinion about a magazine that you purchased. Include
Why you bought it
What you liked and disliked about it
Suggestions for improvement
Some people believe that air travelshould be restricted because it causes serious pollution and up the world's fuel resources. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, there is an increase in number of parents choosing home education for their children. Do the advantages of home education outweigh its disadvantages?
These days, the wealthy in society often throw away perfectly good products in order to replace them with more up-to-date models. Do the environmental disadvantages of this development outweigh he economic advantages?
TEST 8 In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices, and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
With growing number of population within cities, many people are living in small homes that do not have outdoor spaces. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as foods, clothes, and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
More and more people are moving away from an agricultural background to relocate in order to look for work. What will be consequences of this? What solutions can you offer?
Your child is going on a three day school trip to another country. The head teacher wants to find parents to go with the group and you would like to go.
Write a letter to the head teacher. In your letter:
●Say why you would like to go on the trip
●Suggest what you could do to help during the trip
Ask other questions about the trip
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.
At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
You live in a small university town. Last week, you drove to a big city about two hours away to buy a new laptop at a good price. You worked on the the laptop all week and finished writing a long assignment that is due shortly. However, this week, the laptop doesnt even switch on. Write to the store. In your letter :
Tell the store where you live & what happened
Explain the problem with the laptop
State what action you would like the store to take
Some believe that the development of technology and improved software allow us to translate between langauges automatically . Therefore , it is not necessary to learn foreign languages any more . Do you agree or disagree
Smoking is a major cause of serious illness and death throughout the world today. In the interest of the public heath, governments should ban cigarettes and other tobacco products. Do you agree or disagree?
In many places, new homes are needed but the only space available for building them is in the currency size some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not big new homes there. What is your opinion about this?
You have been living in a rental apartment for the past year. Recently a
new neighbour moved in and has been making a lot of noise, which
disturbs you. You have not yet met the neighbor.
Write a letter to the new neighbour. In your letter:
• explain the situation
• describe why it bothers you
• suggest a solution
The given two diagram illustrate the layout of two areas in two different years 1936 and 2007.
some individuals advocate for improving public transportation systems as a means to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. Conversely, others argue that private cars offer more convenience and freedom. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that it is not possible to be happy without money, while others think that money does not guarantee happiness. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
SOME PEOPLE SAY THAT CULTURE WILL BE RUINED IF IT IS USED TO EARN TOURISM REVENUW, BUT OTHERS CONSIDER THAT TOURISM IS THE ONLY WAY OF PROTECTING CUTURE. DISCUSS BOTH SIDES AND GIVE YOUR OWN OPINION
The line graph illustrates the number of participants in five different activities at a social centre in Melbourne, Australia, from 2000 to 2020. Overall, the Film Club consistently had the highest number of participants throughout the period, while Amateur Dramatics saw a significant decline and became the least popular by 2020. Table Tennis and Musical Performances experienced steady increases, whereas Martial Arts fluctuated over time. In detail, the Film Club remained the most attended activity, with participation staying relatively stable above 60, rising slightly from 65 in 2000 to about 68 in 2020. Amateur Dramatics started at around 26 participants in 2000, rose slightly to nearly 30 in 2005, then declined steadily, reaching just under 10 by 2020. The number of people participating in Table Tennis began at approximately 18 in 2000, stayed flat until 2010, then rose sharply to over 50 in 2020. Musical Performances had no participants in 2000 and 2005 but gradually increased to nearly 20 by the end of the period. Martial Arts fluctuated throughout the years, remaining within the range of 30 to 40 participants.
Some people claim that public museums and art galleries will not be needed because people can see historical objects and works of art by using a computer and the Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Your family is going to move to another town. Write a letter to the Principal of a local school asking if they will accept your son. Describe his academic achievements and scope of interests. You do NOT need to write any address. You should write at least 150 words.
You recently attended a conference and you would like to give a presentation about the information you gained by attending the conference.
Write a letter to your manager asking for permission to give a presentation. In your letter:
describe what type of presentation you have in mind
what topics it would cover and how long it would take
who should participate in the presentation and where should it be conducted
ome people are afraid to go out for fear of being robbed on streets. Still, there are robberies that happen inside houses. What do you think is the best thing a person can do to ensure his/her own security? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Q.It is important for people to take risks, in both their professional lives and personal lives. Do the advantages of taking these risks outweigh the disadvantages?
These days it is neither possible nor desirable for most people to stay in the same job throughout their working life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
E-mail has had a huge impact on professional and social communication, but this impact has been negative as well as positive. Do the disadvantages of using email outweigh the advantages?
CDiscuss the problems thars have become convenient and economical form of transport and as a result, the use of cars has increased dramatically during the last century. is increase has created and offer some practical solutions.
In some parts of the word traditional festivals and celebrations have disappeared or are disappearing. What problems is this causing? What solutions could be taken to counter this situation?
Some people say that time and money spent on music classes in schools aren’t necessary; instead children should be learning useful subjects such as science and computers. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and include relevant examples.
Some people think that governments should spend as much money as possible on developing or buying computer technology. Other people disagree and think that this money should be spent on more basic needs. Which one of these opinions do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
English-speaking friend is coming to study in your town next year and has written asking for information and advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
1. Offer to find a place for him / her to live.
2. Give advice about how to find a part time job.
3. Give information on where they can learn your language.
The chart shows air pollution levels among four countries in 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
There are serious concerns about the sale and production of genetically modified food. Yet this is necessary if we are to meet the demands often increasing world population. Give your opinions on this.
You took your family to a nearby restaurant. You were disappointed with the meal and wish to complain to the manager. Write a letter to the manager of the restaurant. In your letter: explain why you were at the restaurant describe the problems write about the action you want the manager to take You do not need to write any addresses
In the future, all cars,buses and trucks will be driver less.The only people travelling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driveless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
Many people think that the government should spend money to explore life in the outer space, while others think that this is a waste of public money. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The pie chart below shows the percentage of different modes of transportation used by commuters in New York City in 2020. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter
You recently read an article in newspaper about someone you know personally.
You found some information is wrong. Write a letter to editor to inform him about it. Use the following points.
What is the article about?
WHat is the error?
What you expect an editor to do?
Write an essay of about 300 words on the following topic: It has been said, "Not all learning takes place in the classroom." Compare and contrast knowledge gained from personal experience with knowledge gained from classroom instruction. In your opinion, which source is more important? Why?
You recently recieved a letter frin a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
• say why he/she would not enjoy going to college
• explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
• suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her
In the letter:
explain why you were at the restaurant
describe the problems
write about the action you want the manager to take
You do NOT need to write your own address.
Begin your letter as: Dear Sir or Madam,
In many countries, more and more young people are leaving school and unable to find job after graduation. What peoblem do you think youth unemployment will cause to the individual and society? Give reasons and make suggestion.
to what extent do the benefits of information technology outweigh the disadvantages?
You live in a house opposite a park. Every day a man brings large dogs to the park and lets them run free. Write a letter to your local council complaining about the danger. In your letter
- say where the park is,
- say how often this happens
- give a description of the man and the dogs.
The personal information of many individuals is held by large internet companies and organisations. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages. (Thảo)
Thesedays, problems with pollution are becoming worse, particularly in large cities. What are the reasons for this and how can this be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
📝 Some people think it is better for one single legal system throughout the world. Other say countries should have their own law. Discuss both views and give your opinion.