Many believe that being good at a sport is the result of talent while others think that it comes from hard work. Discuss both views and give your reasons.
It has been noted that many people who had a big impact on the world gave themselves completely to their work and did not bother with the idea of "work-life balance". To what extent should try to have a good work-life balance?
News Stories on TV and in newspaper are very often accompanied by pictures. Some people say that these pictures are more effective than words. What is your opinion about this?
Some companies have uniforms for their staff which must be worn at all times. What are the advantages for the company having a uniform? Are there any benefits of having a uniform for the staffs?
The pie chart compare people travel to a university for work or study by differet vehicles
There are more workers work from home ad more students studying from home. This is because computer technology is more and more accessible and cheaper. Do you think it is a positive or negative devlopment?
You recently borrowed an item of clothing from a friend. While you had this item, it was damaged.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter you should:
• apologise for damaging the item of clothing
• explain how it became damaged
• say what you will do to fix the problem
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
You are being sent on a one month work assignment in San Francisco, California. You need a place to stay while you are there. Write a letter to the Maury Samson Real Estate Agency. In your letter:
explain the situation
describe the kind of accommodation you would like
provide the dates you will need it
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr Samson,
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Some corporations believe that the quality of multitasking is not needed in employment. However, reputation of multitasking quality is gaining in the world. Discuss both points of view.
You live in an English-speaking country and you want to so some voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which organizes such trips.
In your letter:
- Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long.
- Explian why you want to do the voluntary work.
- State what your skilld and experience are.
Some people believe that the development of artificial intelligence will make human labour obsolete. Others think that work performed by humans will always be important.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The pie charts below show the coffee production, coffee consumption and the profit distribution around the world.
Some people believe that education should be focused on preparing students for the workforce, while others believe that it should focus on providing students with a well-rounded education. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programes (for example, working for a charity, improving the neighborhood, or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Ratio of poverty is increasing worldwide. What are the reasons for world poverty? What can be done to help the poor’s?
Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook)have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree?
The charts below show what UK graduate and postgraduate students who did not go into full-time work did after leaving college in 2008. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job
Write a letter to shop or company which supplied the equipment.
In your letter:
&Describe the problem with the equipment.
&Explain how this problem is affecting your work.
&Say what you want the shop or company to do.
In some countries, there are many social problems involving teenagers. This is because parents spend much of their time at work not at home. Do you agree or disagree?
Theme: It is more important for schoolchildren to learn about local history than world history. To what extent to you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that children should not be given homework everyday, while others believe that they must get homework everyday in order to be successful at school. Discuss both sides and give your opinon.
In many countries, women and men are still not equal in the workplace. Some people think this is unfair, while others believe it is a natural difference.Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extend do you egree or disagree with this opinion?
You borrowed some books from your school or college library. Unfortunately you have to go away to visit a sick relative and cannot return the books in time.
Write a letter to the library. Explain what has happened and tell them what you want to do about it.
You should write at least 150 words.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You do NOT need to write your own address.
As the world becomes technologically advanced, computers are replacing more and more jobs. Describe some job positions that may be lost because of computers, and discuss at least one problem that may result. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Band 3.5 Today People are no longer active and fit as they use to be due to the nature of work nowadays, What are the causes of this?
With the incresing used and development of new technology, many machines are now able to do the work which people use the perform. What are the advantage and disadvantage of the trend?
ome people believe that it is a good idea to share as much information as possible in scientific research, business and the academic world. Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The best way to solve the world's environmental problems is to increase the price of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people are concerned that children spend too much time on computers playing games, chatting and watching videos but all this time is actually good preparation for children, who will have to spend many hours working on computers throughout their education and their working lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job.
Wrik a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter
describe the problem with the equipment
Explain how this problem is affecting your work. say what you want the shop or company to do.
The table provides data on the forested area in different regions of the world over three years: 1990, 2000, and 2005.
In some cities of the world, cars are replacing bicycles. However, in some other cities, bicycles are replacing cars. What are the reasons for these two developments? In your opinion, which one better?
4 years ago Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teachign sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Children today play extremely violent games. This mist be the reason for the increase in violence and crime in most major cities of the world. What are your opinions on this.
Mothers play key roles in the upbringing of children. But in the recent times both parents are getting busy with professional life. Who in your opinion should take the responsibility of child care now?" Give your opinion in no less than 250 words.
You work a part-time job in a company, and the company posted an advert seeking a person for a full-time position. Write a letter to your manager requesting to apply for the advertised position. In your letter say
– Why do you want to apply?
– What are your future goals?
– Why would it be beneficial for the company?
A local company has initiated a huge construction project near your house.
Write a letter to your local council. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself;
• Explain that the works disturb you and your neighbors;
• Suggest solutions to the problem.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....,
Some people say that professional workers such as doctors, nurses and teachers who make a greater contribution to society should be paid more than sports athletes and entertainment stars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people today are worried about ‘cybercrime’ such as hacking and identity theft. What problems does ‘cybercrime’ cause, and what solutions can you suggest for ordinary people and businesses to take? Give reasons for your answer, and provide ideas and examples from your own experience. and spend 40 minutes on this task
Research has shown that spending much less time in workplace can reduce the use of energy. Thus, some companies close for some days a week. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages.
Some think the best way to motivate and encourage people to work hard is to pay them based on how much they produce and sell. To what extent do you agreee or disagree with this opinio
Topic: Many children and students are taught to push themselves to be better than others rather than work together for everyones’s benefits. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The world has changed greatly because of the internet. It has become a tool of many. Give the advantages and disadvantages of the internet.
Every year, someone in the company where you work is chosen as best employee. Your manager has asked staff members to make suggestions about who should be chosen this year.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• Identify a colleague who you think should be best employee
• Explain what the job of this colleague involve.
• Give reasons why the colleague should be chosen as best employee.
You recently bought an electronic gadget from an online store, but it is not working properly. Write a letter to the customer service department. In your letter:
Describe the problem with the product
Explain what you have already done to fix it
State what you would like the company to do
GENERAL TRAINING ONLY
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Each year, your company gives an Employee of the Year award to a worker who has performed exceptionally well. You believe that someone with whom you work should receive the award this year.
Write a letter to your supervisor. In the letter
- Describe your colleague’s job at the
company
- Describe a time you worked with this
person
- Explain why you believe this person
deserves the award
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Ms. Jackson,
The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Percentage of households with electrical appliances (1920-2019) Percentage of households with electrical appliances
A friend from another country is moving to your city for work. He / she has asked you for advice about living in your city.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• suggest an interesting part of the city to live in
• describe the public transport in your city
• say how your friend can meet new people there
You do NOT need to write any addresses.