Aircraft have been increasingly used to transport fruit and vegatables to some countries where such plants hardly grow or out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some oppose it. Discuss both views.
Your friend invited you to his/her party, but you are unable to attend. Write a letter to your friend. in your letter 1. explain why you connot come. 2. give your reason for not contacting your friend sooner 3. Suggest another time to meet You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear_,
the mani aim of advertising is increasing sales of products that people do not really need. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
For some people, the ideal holiday is to get away from their normal routine by staying in a hotel or camping in a countryside. Others prefer to stay at home and do things they do not normally have time for. What do you think are the benefits of going away on holidays? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The charts below give information on the ages of the populations of Yemen and Italy in 2000 and projections for 2050. Summarise the information and reporting the main features, and make comparisions where relevant.
Fossil fuels (e.g coals,oil,and gas) are the main source of energy for most countries .However alternative sources of energy have been encouraged for use by some countries .to what extent is this a positive or negative development ?
One of the best solutions to the growing environmental pollution is to increase the fuel prices. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A friend you made while you are studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•Tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves.
•Say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her.
•Explain how to apply for the job.
The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The chart shows the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
With more people choosing to watch travel programs on TV and social media, fewer people will be willing to pay the costs of travelling abroad. To what extent do you agree.
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
In many countries today, crime novels and TV crimes drams are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV show are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?
Many people today choose to take part in extreme sports (e.g. skydiving, rock climbing). Why do you think people want to do these sports? Who do you think should pay if people injure themselves while doing an extreme sport? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you fing it very difficult to work.
write a letter to the accomodation officer at the college. in this letter:
. describe the situation
. explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
. say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Many people believe that family members are very important in life while others say friends are important. Do you agree or disagree with this statement
Some today argue that schools are no longer necessary because children can learn so much from the internet and be educated at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your next door neighbour owns a small dog that barks throughout the day and the night.
Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter:
– Your reason for writing
– What you would like to happen
– A nice, respectful style
Many elderly people are no longer being looked after by their families, rather they are living in nursing homes. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some believe that private secondary schooling is the superior choice for students, while others feel that they can have a negative effect on society as a whole. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world costs numerous government expenditures. This money should be used in new housing and road development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie chart shows the amount of money that a children's charity located in the USA spent and received in one year, 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
you have recently moved to a different house.
write to your English speaking friend
-explain why you have moved
-describe the new house
-invite your friend to come and visit
You are leaving your current job to start a new position at another company. Write a letter to one of your colleagues.
In your letter, you should say:
Describe your new job and the company.
Say when you will be leaving your current job.
Suggest a time for a farewell party.
In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have the opportunity to study abroad.What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
The charts below show the result of surveys asking undergraduates and postgraduates why they chose Vaster university. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In many countries govrnments are investing in new technology to deal with the public why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government money?
Wild animals have no place in the 21st century, so protecting them is a waste ofresources.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some think governments should be responsible for providing retired people with financial assistance, while others believe individuals should make provisions for themselves. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
It is responsiblitity of individuals to save and provide for their own retirement. Governments have no obligation to provide this benefit. To what extend do you agree or disagree with these statements ?
school should teach subjects that are needed for academic success and to pass exams. Practical life skills such as cookery, dressmaking and crafting should be taught at home, by family and friends. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
As child obesity becomes a serious health issue in today’s society, some people feel that TV commercials advertising junk food aimed at kids should not be shown before 9pm. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
Some people think that detailed crime reports on newspapers and TV can have many disadvantages. To what extent do you agree/disagree?
Some people think that men and women have different qualities. Therefore, some certain jobs are suitable for men and some job are suitable for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The plans below show the South Wing of Walton Museum in 2008 and in 2012 after it was redeveloped. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. (01.03.25)
Some people say that prevent illnesses and diseases, governments should focus more on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems. To what extent do you agree and disagree?
Some people say industrial growth is necessary to solve poverty, while some believe it should be stopped due to environmental problem it creates. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The bar chart given illustrates a comparison of four different types of transportation which residents in a European city used to commute to work in three different years from 1960 to 2000. From an overall perspective, it is evident that the percentage of car commuters showed an upward trend, whereas a reverse pattern could be observed in the data on/ figure for bike or on foot over the surveyed period. In 1960, the proportion of inhabitants who walked to and from work was highest, at around 35%. The figures for bike and bus were lower, at approximately 25% and 18%, respectively. Motor vehicles, however, accounted for the lowest proportion, at just over 5%. The period between 1960 and 2000 witnessed a rapid climb in the proportion of city-dwellers commuting by automobile, reaching a peak of over 35%. In contrast, during the same period, there was a dramatic decline in the data on bike and foot to only around 5% and under 10%, in their respective order/ in the given order. In terms of buses, after a rise in 1980 to somewhere in the vicinity of 26%, its figure declined to over 15% in the final year.
These days, in some countries, an increasing number of young adults are choosing to spend their whole weekend inside their own homes. Why do you think this is happening? Is this a positive or negative development?
The product you ordered through online shopping has been delivered but has some problems. You are writing a letter
to the seller to complain. In your letter
• Describe the details of the problem
• What do you want the seller to do
• What will you do if they do nothing
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
In some countries people who have high incomes pay very high taxes. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this for individuals and for the country as a whole? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table below shows the production of milk annually in four countries in 1990, 2000 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that certain criminals should be made to do unpaid community work instead of being put behind the bar. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people use distance learning programmes to study at home, but others think that it cannot bring the benefits as much as attending college or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
The table below gives information about the employment rates and the average annual salaries of new graduates in an Australian university in 2009. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main points and make comparisons where relevant.
Alcohol consumption and drunk driving in teenagers has become a big issue in several countries. What negative consequences can this bring? What possible solutions can you think to prevent this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
These days people are becoming more concerned about the environment and they promoting eco-tourism. What are the advantages and disadvantages
1. Long distance flight consumes the amount of fuel that a car uses for many years and pollutes the air. Some people think that we should discourage non-essential flights, such as tourists travel, rather than limit the use of cars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that big companies should provide sports and social facilities for the local community. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, large amount of foods are wasted. Why do you think people waste food in this way? What can be done to reduce the amount of food thrown away?
Some sports are extremely dangerous but many people still like them very much. Why do people take part in dangerous sports? What are the effect ?