These days people are using the Internet for shopping, work and to communicate with others without the need for face to face meetings. Do the advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?
Different types of robots are now being developed which can be a friend, help at work and at school. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The graph below shows the proportions of workers in three different sectors in south korea between 1981 and 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
To be labeled a ‘Work of Art’, a painting, sculpture or other art forms should display certain qualities that are unique. However, over the past century, there has been a decline in the quality of prize-winning artwork and it is now possible for quite ordinary pieces of art to be labeled ‘masterpieces ’ whilst true works of art pass unnoticed. Do you agree or disagree?
People tend to work longer hours nowadays. Working long hours has a negative effect on themselves, their family and the society so working long hours should be restricted. Do you agree or disagree.
Some people believe that in present times, women do get as much equality at work as men, while others believe that even today women have to fight their way to succeed at work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years
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 learn a foreing 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 experince.
You have recently moved to a different city for work, but you want to maintain contact with a friend from your previous workplace. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
• Describe the city you moved to
• Tell him/her about your new job
• Invite him/her to visit you
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. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main feautres and make comparisons where relevant
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
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ______________,
Many people believe that social networking sites (such as FB) have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extend do you agree?
Some believe that people should not continue to work once they reach the age of retirement. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people like to work in small companies or business while others prefer working for large companies of government organizations. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for a large company or organization?
Mrs Barrett,An english speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours in a day next summer.Write a letter to mirs Barrett --suggest how could you help her in her work. --say why you like to do this job. --when you will and not be will avaible. Dont need to write the adress.
People think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace, other things that the true function of the university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake regardless of whether the curse is useful to an employee. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of the university.
Today in many countries in order to find work people have to move away from their friends and family. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In many part of the world, it is common for one parent to stay and home and raise a newborn child while the other works full-time to earn money. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Museums and art galleries should concentrate on local works rather than show the cultures or artworks of other countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
These days more and more people are going to other counrties for significant period of time either to find a job or study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country. Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In the past employees worked in small business. Nowadays most employees work in bigger businesses. Do working in bigger business have more advantagees or not? Write ans with eg.
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntaryl unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntarylunpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntarylunpaid work. In your letter
explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
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⚫ give details of when you would be available for work
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?
Your employer has recently allowed some employees to work remotely from home. You would also like to work from home.
Write a letter to the HR manager for permission to work from home for the next six months. In your letter,
mention why you are writing
explain why you would like to work from home
say how this can benefit you and the company
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
The bar chart illustrates the information about usage of variety transportations in terms of travelling to and from work in one particular European town in a time period of 40 years from 1960 to 2000.
You and your family are moving to another country for work, and you are looking to buy a house there.
Write a letter to a property agent. In your letter:
•Introduce yourself and your family.
•Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find.
•Give your preference for the location of the accommodation.
You do not need to write any addresses.
In some countries, School are open late so that children can be looked after when parents are at work. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages.
Why is it important to have job autonomy?
Getting a job that in lines with your passion may be enjoyable. It because you have a bigger chance to apply your mastery into practice. And there are many people out there who don’t have the same experience as yours in this case. A few people trying to look for the job, some are waiting to be called for interviewed and others are waiting to get hired.
You may also feel lucky since you were getting hired without making a big effort to get selected. You feel that you are a perfect-fit worker that the companies need. And It makes you even happier as you have been dreaming of working in that company for a long.
At first, all things seem running smoothly without defect. And you think it was a good starting point to show your best performance while working. Your expectation about being free to express yourself is becoming a priority to support your position. You believed that always makes you optimistic in the probation time.
But, high expectation about those things has ruined your career. You are getting inferior because you are not able to express your ideas, strategy, and implementation in your way. At this time, you are feeling the boundaries is so bold and holding yourself back from things you capable of doing. As you are not a strict person who always depends on a formula to do something, sometimes you feel difficult to follow the standard.
I think that as workers we all need more authority in doing job. I feel that the workers will have the potential to flourish when they can do things on their version. Some people think this is not the right way to do. It seems like ourself are arrogant and don’t need to listen to senior advice. But, that’s not a point I want to emphasize here.
Foremost, autonomy makes your job performance better than when you don’t have it at all. It is because by having such freedom to express the idea, the workers will much confident and optimistic. It also hinders job stress that may make them feel working under pressure. The point here is how to make yourself happy while doing your job.
Frankly, Nothing will gonna stop your effort to reach the goals as long as you are getting job autonomy in doing whatever you do.
The table below shows the average weekly salaries of men and of women working in different occupations. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average Weekly Salary by Occupation 2015 OccupationMenWomen Technicians$1400$900 Service Workers$1300$950 Professionals$2000$1900 Administrative/Clerical Workers$1350$1000 Manual Laborers$1100$850
Most companies and organizations required their employees to wear uniform to work. What are the jobs that needs the uniform to make it a good thing? What are the disadvantages of wearing uniforms.
You recently started commuting to work by bicycle and discovered that there is a problem with bicycle parking near the building where you work.
Write a letter to the building manager. In your letter,
•explain the reason for using a bicycle to commute
• mention what problems you have encountered with parking
• what you recommend to solve the problems
Museums and art galleries should focus on works that show the history and culture of their own country rather than works of other parts of the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it is a good idea of all employees to wear a uniform at work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
[Adri]You have a problem with a recently hired employee in your workplace. Write a letter to the HR manager. In your letter
– Describe the problem the new employee has caused
– Explain how other colleagues feel about the new employee’s conduct
– Say how you expect the manager to address the situation.
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum."
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work.
the charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and the amount of time spent doing homeworks in households in one country between 1920 and 2019 . summarise the information by selecting and reporting the amin features , and make comparaisons where relevant.
Robots and artificial intelligent are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is this happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on social?
In spite of the many advances women have made in education and employment, they continue to be at a disadvantage when it comes to pay and promotion. In your view, what should be done to promote equality of opportunity for men and women in their workplace? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
our employer has recently allowed some employees to work remotely from home. You would also like to work from home.
Write a letter to the HR manager for permission to work from home for the next six months. In your letter,
•mention why you are writing
•explain why you would like to work from home
•say how this can benefit you and the company
Write at least 150 words.
Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed. rather than to work for a campany or organization. Why might be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
The graph below shows the percentage of self employed workers of the total workforce in five countries in 1998 and 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
you come home from work and realize your microwave has stopped working .write an email to your landlord and include following information . tell him about your problem explain why you need a microwave ask him to fix or replace the microwave
some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neibourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In these day, some people believe that the white collar worker must have a higher salary than the renowned athletes and artists. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some argue that school should prioritise life skills like solve problems and team work than traditional academics.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Women are better at childcare than men therefore they should focus more on raising chilren and less on teir working life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people believe that children are given 100 much free time. They feel har this time should be used to do more school work How do you think children should spend their free time? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience,
Some people think that having a set retirement at the age of 5 for everybody, regardless of occupation is unfair. They believe that certain workers deserve to retire and receive pension at an earlier age. -agree or disagree -which types of workers do you think would benefit from this?
Some people argue that universities should focus primarily on providing graduates with specific vocational training and practical skills for the workplace, rather than teaching a broad range of traditional academic subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A museum near you is looking for volunteers.
write a letter to apply for the voluntary work