It is often said, “when in Rome, do as the Roman do”. Do you think people should adapt and accept the culture of the country they visit? Do you think it is possible to learn a culture without learning the language?
In the recent years, television has contributed the most to change people`s quality of life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion and you were very pleased with the food and service.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
* give details of your visit to the restaurant
* explain the reason for the celebration
* say what was good about the food and saervice
You use the local swimming pool often and during one of your visit you have encountered a problem. Write a letter to the manager and say
– What the problem was and when it happened
– What the swimming pool staff have done about it
– Suggest your own solution to the problem.
You have invited to your friend’s wedding, which will take place in another country next month. Write a letter to the couple and say that you cannot attend.
Explain why you are unable to come. Invite them to visit you after the wedding. Describe some activities you can do together when they visit.
the pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two different years. summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the annual visitor spend for visitors to New Zealand from 5 countries for the years 1996 to 2014.
these days many children spend a great deal of time sitting in front of a television. some people believe that parents should strictly limit the time that children spend watching TV as it is harmful to their development. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Publishing detailed information about crime in newspaper or on television can have dangerous consequences and should therefore be restricted.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
the graph below shows the numbers of tourists visiting a particular Caribbean island between 2010 and 2017. summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter to express your gratitude. In your letter:
Introduce yourself
let him/her know why you are writing Express your appreciation
offer him/ her to visit your home with this family.
Cultural tourism, where people travel in order to visit museums, monuments and archaeological sites among other things, is growing industry. Having so many visitors may sometimes benefit a nation`s cultural heritage, but can also cause problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the results of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting tha main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart shows the division of household tasks by gender in Great Britain.
Your sibling has sent you a letter asking for an update on your life.
Write a letter to your sibling. In your letter:
– Describe what you did for your last birthday: early mrning visited temple, did dinner at secret kitchenr with my near and dear ones,
– Ask for photos of your sibling’s last holiday: toronto visit on your last summer holidays
– Talk about something you are looking forward to: about your graduation
As a result of electronic inventions such as computer and television, people do less physical activities and this is having a negative effect on their health. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The graph shows the number of visitors to a variety of art galleries in 2011. Summarize the information by selecting and repo fling the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Reporting of crimes and other kinds of violent news on television and in newspapers can have adverse consquences. This kind of information should be restricted from being shown in the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
As a result of electronic invention such as the computer and television, people do less physical activity, and this is having a negative effect on their health. To what extent so you agree or disagree?
Television Sporting shows such as the Olympics motivate the youth who do not like to exercise much. Do you agree or disagree? Include relevant examples in your answer and provide your own opinion.
The table and graph below show information about cinema visit is in Auckland between 1995 and 2003. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The devices people use to watch television in Canada. The pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two different years. (
Write a letter of complaint to a company outlining a problem
you had while visiting one of their stores. In your letter include:
what the problem was
why this problem has upset you
what you want to happen as a result of your letter
The graphs illustrate the number of tourists visiting a specific Caribbean island between 2010 and 2017.
You are going to visit New Zealand for an 'English and Homestay' program. You have just received details of your homestay host family.
Write your first letter to the family. In your letter:
& Introduce yourself.
& Ask the family some questions to get information that is important to you.
& Tell the family about your arrival date and time.
Some people think that visitors should follow local custom and behaviour. Others disagree and believe that the host country should welcome cultural differences Discuss both view and give opinion
In some families there is more than one television in the home,with each family member even having their own TV. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having more than one TV set per home.
Television is good for you. Discuss advantage and disadvantages of watching television?
Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information given. » You should IELTS Academic sample 6 Number of Visitors (million) 1975 2005 SOUTH KOREA JAPAN CHINA USA BRITAIN EUROPE 2.9 3.2 0.3 0.4 0.9 1.1 9.1 12.0 0.8 1.1 2.9 4.5 Total 8.8 30.4
Some people like to try new things for example place to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing thing they are familer with. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Writing task 1 (a letter)
Your local council is closing the children’s playground in your locality as not many children visit the park. Write a letter to the council requesting not to close it. Include the following in your letter:
– How important is the playground for children?
– Why don’t children go to the playground?
– What can be done to bring children back to the park?
Some people say that parents have the most important role in a child's development. However others argue that other things like television or friends have the most significant influence. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
A friend of yours has always admired your car. You have now decided to sell it. Write a letter to your friend to ask if he is interested in buying your car. In your letter, • explain why you are selling your car • describe the good points and any bad points about your car • suggest the friend visits you to see and drive your car
The line graph gives information about the number of visitors to three London museums between June and September 2013. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
This line graph illustrates the number of tourists who visited Caribbean islands between 2010 and 2018, measured in millions
In recent times, many people have been focused on bacteria associated with toilet visits and question whether sitting down when peeing is a good idea. To minimise the spread of bacteria, people shouldn't sit down on the toilet seat. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently visited a department store. One member of staff at the store was very helpful to you, and you want to tell the store manager about this. Write a letter to the store manager. In your letter say which part of the store you visited describe how this member of staff was helpful to you say what you would like the manager to do
. Your local council is closing the children’s playground in your locality as not many children
visit the park. Write a letter to the council requesting not to close it
You have invited a friend to visit you next month. Unfortunately, you are not able to meet him/her.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
•Apologize for the change of plans
• Explain why you are unable to meet him/her
• Suggest another time for him/her to visit
Some people think visitors to other countries should imitate local customs and behaviour. Some people disagree, they think the host country should welcome cultural differences. Discuss the two views and give your opinion.
Band-9 Samples: Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
The table below shows the number fo visits to the UK by overseas residents between 1975 and 1998.
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished.The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit,during the samw two periods.
The pie charts show rage devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in Canada in two years
You have been offered a job that will require you to move to a city that you have never visited before. You have an acquaintance who lives there.
Write a letter to the acquaintance. In your letter
•explain your situation
•say why you feel unsure about living in the city
•ask some question about life in the city.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have recently visited a city on vacation and stayed in a hotel.
Write a letter to the manager about your stay. In your letter:
-Give details of your stay
-What were the high & low points of the hotel
-What are your suggestions; recommendations and / or complaints about the hotel Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,
A glance at the graph provided reveals the proportion of tourists visiting four attractions in Brighton, Art Gallery, Pavilion, Pier, and Festival over 30 - year period between 1980 and 2010.
Write a bout th e following topic: More and more people nowadays visit well-known places to take photographs of themselves, without looking at tl1e place. Why do you think this is happening? Is it a positive or a negative trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. 30 -+
Many people believe that children should spend their time reading stories rather than playing computer games or watching television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The charts below give information about the age of visitors from the UK to Spain in 1983 and in 2003.