the chart below shows the value of one countries exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. the table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015 The bar chart illustrates the worth of certain state’s exports in several products in 2 consecutive years, whereas the table gives information about the change in proportions of such categories during the same time frame.
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper.
In your letter
-say which points in the article you agree with
-explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
-offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
The environmental problems facing today's world are so great that there is little ordinary people can do to improve the situation. Government and large companies should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. 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 Pie charts below compare household spending in the UK in 1980 with predictions for 2030.
Some people think that more genetically modified food should be produced to cope with the growing population. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question- A country’s future depends on its young people. Therefore, a country should invest heavily in its youth. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some old people today struggle with the use of modern techonologies such as smartphones and computers. What is the cause of this? What are some possible solutions?
The pie charts below show how dangerous waste products are dealt with in three countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You recently purchased an item from a local store, but you are not satisfied with your purchase. Write a letter to the manager of the store. In your letter:
Describe the item you bought and why you need it.
Explain why you are not happy with it.
Say what you would like the manager to do.
People who cause their own illnesses through unhealthy lifestyles and poor diets should have to pay more for health care. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this 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.
You travelled to another city on business last week, and there was a problem with
your hotel room.
Write to the hotel manager. In your letter…
- Tell the manager about the problems you had
- Explain to them how you feel about what happened
- Let them know what actions you would like them to take.
You are not satisfied with the service of a restaurant. Write a letter to the manager.
1. Describe the problem
2. Explain how it affected you
3. Suggest what the manager should do.
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and age together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
many people say that we have developed into a throw away culture because we are filing up our environment with so many plastic bags and rubbish that we can't fully dispose of . to what extent do u agree with this opinion and what measures can you recommend reducing this problem.
As more and more information is available online, the role of textbook has become obsolete. Therefore, university should replace traditional books with digital materials. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages? Give your opinion on this.
Despite the increased access to education, a significant number of people cannot read or write. What are the disadvantages without these skills? And What actions should governments take?
You went to a museum with your elderly friend last week. However, he/she found it difficult to walk around the museum. Write a letter to the manager and say:
* Whom did you visit the museum with?
* What problems/inconveniences did he/she face?
* also, suggest solutions to enhance the museum visit experience for an elderly person.
Some university students live with their family while others live away form home because their universities are in different places. Do you think the benefits of living away from home outweigh the disadvantages?
Challenge 3 : In today’s digital age, anyone with a smartphone can capture and share photographs. This accessibility to photography diminishes the value of professional photographers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
More and more people today want to buy goods, e.g. clothes and smartphones, with the well-known brand names. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
With the increase of digital information available online, the role of the library has become obsolete. Therefore universities should only procure digital materials rather than constantly update textbooks. Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this position and give your own point of view.
One of the widely discussed issues nowadays is freedom of speech in free society. Now people are beginning to realize that without liberty will not attain good country. Personally, I tend to think that freedom of speech is important.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? “When people succeed, it is entirely because of hard work. Luck has nothing to do with their success.” Use specific reasons and examples to explain your position.
The government should control the amount of violence in films and on television in order to control violent crimes in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this action?
Living in a country where you have to speak to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree aur disagree with this statement.
Children should be encouraged to view every competitions as opportunities as self-improvement and to appreciate what they acquire in the process, instead of viewing its final result as the ultimate goal. To what extent do you agree with the statement?
Health care should not be provided for free regardless of a person’s income. The health of citizens is in their own hands and they should, therefore, be held accountable for that. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nowadays, young people communicate with friends and family mostily through social networking sites, rather than other ways of communication like talking on the phone or face to face. Do you think this is a positve or negative development.
It is said that men are more privileged than women in their work places and in transport. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
In the future, nobody wil buy printed newspapers of books because they will be able to read everything they want on!ine without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Many people think that to become a successful specialist it’s better to choose career early in life and never change it later. To what extent do you agree with this view? Support your opinion with relevant examples.
With more people choosing to live abroad,some people think these people must adapt to the customs and behaviours expected in the host country. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some say students be given home work. Do you agree or disagree with this statement. Give your opinion with relevant examples
the chart below shows the value of one country's export in various categories during 2015 and 2016. the table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summrarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
It is important to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. to what extend do you agree and disagree with this opinion? what sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
Some believe that a student's success is mainly based on the quality of their teaching while others think it has more to do with the student's attitude. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
It is very clear now that English should be the primary language taught in all schools around the world. Learning a different foreign language before English is, in today's world, a waste of time. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You have got one week break from your office and you want to go on a trip with your uncle as you both like adventurous activities. Write an emaill to your uncle to ask to go on a trip with you. Write an email to your uncle in about 150-200 words. Your email should do the following things: : What you can do thore Where and when you want to go * Why do you want to go with your uncle only
With a fast pace of modern life, more and more people are turning towards fast food for their main meals. Do you think the advantage outweigh the disadvantage?
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?
You had arranged to meet a friend next week, but you have realized that you will not be able to go. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter :
- Cancel the meeting with your friend and apologize
- Explain why you cannot be able to meet your friend
- Suggest where and when you could see each other instead
Write a 4-paragraph essay of about 200-250 words on the following topic: Many young people spend a lot of time on the Internet without any parental supervision or control. What are some of the problems caused by unrestricted use of the Internet and what can be done to curb these problems?
Some people believe that children should spend all of their time with their family. Others believe that this is unnecessary or even negative. Discuss the possible arguments on both sides, and say which side you personally support.
In many countries there is a problem with declining quality of air and water from both industry and construction . What measures could be taken ro prevent this .
it is better for studnets at univesity to live far away from home than to live at home with their parents.To what extent do you agreee and disagree with the statement?
Teenagers relationship with parents most of the time is not at its best what are the solutions?
Some people have argued that videogames are a waste of time, and people should spend their time and money on better hobbies. Compare and contrast the benefits of video games with other hobbies. In your opinion, which is more useful? Why?
In modern society, it is possible to go shopping, work and accommodate via the internet without face to face contact with one another. To what extent do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Many children these days have an unhealthy lifestyle. Both schools and parents are responsible for solving this problem. To what extent do yo agree with this statement ?