In some countries older people are being encouraged to work longer and not to retire. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working beyond retirement age.
The pie charts show the average consumption of food in the world in 2008 compared to two countries; China and India. Write a report to a university lecturer describing the data.
Some students take one year off between finishing school and going to university, in order to travel or to work. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement, and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter,
•describe the situation
•explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
•say what kind of accommodation you would prefer
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should a learn a foreign language. 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.
Mrs Barrett, an English-speaking woman who lives in yourtown, has
advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day
next summer.
Write a letter to Mrs Barrett.In your letter
• suggest how you could help her in her home
. say why you would like to do this work
• explain when you will and will not be availabl
A close relative of yours is having a birthday lunch next Friday, but you know you will be working. Write a letter to your boss or supervisor to ask for some time off.
In your letter,
explain the situation and why you particularly want to attend the lunch
specify the dates, times and amount of time off you will need
offer to work late or come in early another time to make up for the time.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr. Jones / Dear Mrs. Jones,...
You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your aunt lives in one of the cities you will be visiting.
Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter:
Tell her about your holiday plans
Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip
Explain how you will make it up to her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Aunt Sally,
Your friend invited you to his/her birthday party, but you are unable to attend.
Write a letter apologizing for your absence. In your letter:
State why you cannot go
Explain your reason for not contacting your friend sooner
Suggest another time to meet
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses
As water is a valuable resource, governments all over the world should control how much water their citizens use To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Finally, more and more work has to be done by machines. Do you think the positive effects of this development outweigh the negative effects on individuals and society?
Some people believe that adults always do exercise and sports because of the major sports events that shown on T.V like the Olympic Games and Football World Cup. While others say that there are many other ways to encourage them to practice exercises other than T.V shows. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part-time.
Write a letter to your boss. In your letter:
•Explain why you want to reduce your working hours,
•Say which hours you would like to work,
•Describe how your part-time studies would benefit your employer.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………….. ,
You get 20 minutes to complete this task.
Many businesses in the world today are run by family members. Do the advantages of family-run businesses outweigh the disadvantages. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experiences or knowledge
Some people feel that certain workers like nurses, doctors and teachers are undervalued and should be paid more, especially when other people like film actors or company bosses are paid huge sums of money that are out of proportion to the importance of the work that they do. How far do you agree? What criteria should be used to decide how much people are paid? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support the arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
The company you work for has decided to close the cafeteria as the staff is not using it much. You are not happy with the decision. Write a letter to the director:
- Give reasons of low usage
- How will it affect the staff
- Suggest ways to improve it
Ownership of mobile phones has risen dramatically in recent years despite the potentially harmful effects they may have on our health and on society. Governments should introduce measures to restrict ownership of mobile phones to those who need them for their work. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
You work for an international company and you need some time off to attend a family celebration. Write a letter to the company’s manager. In your letter:give details of the celebrationexplain the reason why you need time offsuggest a way to have your work done during that time.
Many schools are arranging unpaid work for teenagers to get some work experience in institutions or companies, because it is beneficial for students as well as institutions. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the popluation in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Some companies have started giving their workers exercise equipment to use in their break time. Do you think all companies should do this, do you agree or disagree?
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as teamwork. What are the causes? Suggest possible solutions.
Counties are becoming more and more similar because people are able to but the same product anywhere in the world do you think this is a positive or negative development?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Write at least 150 words.
You have seen a job advertised in the newspaper. You want to apply for the job.
Write a letter to the manager of the company. In your letter
• provide information about yourself
• give details of your previous work experience
• say why the company should consider you for the job
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …,
An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What problems does this cause? What solutions can you suggest to deal with this situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Increased world demand of oil and gases cause the taking up of search operations of fuel in remote or even untouched natural places. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantage of damaging those places?
Some people think that in the modern world we are more dependent on each other, while others think that people have become more independent. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income.Unfortunately tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly.Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world. Do you think that benefit of tourism out weight its drawbacks?
Many species of animals all around the world are on the verge of extinction. Some say that countries and individuals should protect these animals from dying out, while others say that we should concentrate more on the problems of human beings. Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that students should acquire working experience during their gap year instead of traveling. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Write a letter to the hospital. In your letter:
• Explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital
• Say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do
• Give details of when you would be available for this work
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam
The pie chart illustrates several destinations of anthropology alumni from one university after they finished their bachelor degree and the table gives information on the payment of the anthropology graduates after working for 5 years.
Many people around the world use social media everyday to keep in touch with other people and get news events. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantges?
A person worth nowadays seems to be judged according to social status and material possessions. Old fashion values such as honor, kindness and trust no longer seem important. To what extent you agree or disagree
Some people say history is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think of love, in today’s world, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Even though globalization affects the world economy in a very positive way, it's negative side should not be forgotten discuss both view and give your opinion
Some people believe that students work better if the teacher is strict; others think it is better for students, if the teacher has a friendly approach. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Many people belive that schools should teach children to become good citizens and workers rather than independent individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion and relevant examples.
Some people think that getting a degree from univerity is the best way to secure a good job. Others believe that employers value work experience more than a university degree. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Angsa
Some people think that competition is good at work or school and others believe that cooperation is required rather than competetion. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
High job demands, stress and sense of commitment are among the main reasons people go to work when they are ill. This way they accomplish important tasks, but may infect others or get some serious health problems themselves. In your opinion should people go to work if they are sick? Support your point of view with relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter:
•give contact details for when you are away
•give instructions on how to care for your pet
• describe other household duties
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ..................,
Nowadays environmental problems are too big to be managed by individual persons or countries. In other words, it is an international problem to what extent do you agree or disagree.
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.
Some people think that in this today's world, getting old is entirely bad. However, other people believe that the lives of older people are much better now than they were in the past. Discuss both points of view and express your own opinion?
You work for an international company and need to take
some time off work to celebrate a family event.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
● give details of the family event and why it is important you
attend
● say how much time you will need away from the office
● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words.
A friend has invited you to a party but you will not be able to attend. Write to your friend. In your letter
•Tell your friend you can’t come
•Explain why you are unable to attend
•Arrange another time to meet
Some people believe that air travel should be restricted because it causes serious air pollution and uses up world's resources. To what extend do you agree or disagree.
Instructions
Read the question below and write a letter.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Write at least 150 words.
You recently stayed with a childhood friend for a few days.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:
Thank your friend for letting you stay with them.
refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him/her
invite your friend to visit you
Some people believe that international sporting events are the ideal opportunity to show the world the qualities of the hosting nation. Others believe that these events are mainly a large unjustifiable expense. To what extebt do you agree or disagree?