Some food travels long distance from the producers to the consumers. Some people believe that it is better for the environment and economy if people only buy food produced by local farmers. Do you think the advantages of this idea would outweigh the disadvantages?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.
Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter
tell them when you will be arriving and leaving
explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost
ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Television has had a significant influence on the cultural many societies. To what extent would you say that television has positively or negatively affected the cultural development of your society?
You have moved to a new city and would like to join a club or society to make new friends. Write a letter to the club manager. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in the club.
Describe the activities you would like to participate in.
Ask for details about membership and any upcoming events.
You missed an international flight due to a problem at the airport.
Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:
•Describe what happened that caused you to miss your flight
•Explain how missing your flight impacted you
•Clearly state what you would like the airline to do
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some say the world would be a better place with fewer languages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, there has been a rise in the number of nuclear families as compared to the extended families. While having a small family can be beneficial in many ways such as financial stability and access to better and quality education, there are some considerable drawback.
Nuclear family on the one hand makes it easier for the household to achieve a better and a more sustainable financial stability as a result of the number of people to be catered for. For instance, In a small family where both parent work, they are able to provide all the support and luxuries their family requires and able to save funds while planning for their future needs. Also, having this type of family will allow the parent to provide a high standard education for the kids because the increasing cost of quality education has made it difficult for a medium income earner to afford. Therefore, a family with small members would be able to save more money and provide this for their kids.
On the other hand, there are some drawbacks to having a small sized family such as having a small support system. In emergency situations such as an accident or even in the time of illness, it becomes increasingly difficult to meet the family’s expectations and needs especially in instances where both are working and have young children to look after.
In conclusion, while it can be advantageous to have a small household because of its less financial stress and access to qualitative education, having a small support group can serve as a major drawback.
You recently recieved a letter frin a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
• say why he/she would not enjoy going to college
• explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
• suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her
Society would benefit from a complete ban on all forms of adevrtising. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
You have had a bank account for a few years. Recently you received a
letter from the hank stating that your account is $240 overdrawn and that
you will he charged $70 which will he taken directly from your account.
You know that this information is incorrect.
Write a letter to the bank. Explain what has happened and say what you
would like them to do about it.
‘Prevention is better than cure’. Researching and treating disease is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventive measures. To what extent do you agree?
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. You find it very difficult to work there because he or she always has friends visiting. They have parties in the room and sometimes borrow your things without asking you.
Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college and ask for a new room next term. You would prefer a single room. Explain your reasons.
You would like to participate in a work-related seminar in another country. Write a letter to the person in charge of the seminar and ask for detailed information regarding the dates, program, accommodation and cost. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Practice 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course. Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter, •describe the situation •explain why you cannot continue at this time •say what action you would like to take You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any address.
Preventiin is better than cure Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventative measures. To what extent do you agree?
Mrs Barret, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, 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 available
Write at least 150 wrods.
You do not need to write any addresses.
Write a letter to the manager of the delivery company. In your letter:
•Give details of the delivery
•Describe what was damaged
•Say what you would like the manager to do
Television has had a significant influence on the culture of many societies. To what extent would you say that television has positively or negatively affected the cultural development of your society?Use your own knowledge and experience and support your
Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little efect on public health and that others measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restrauants. Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter, remind him when and where you met, tell him what kind of job you are interested in, say why you think you would be suitable for the job
You have seen an advertisement for part-time job at a restaurant and want to apply for it.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
describe your experience-previous job experience in a hot pot resturant , waitress, and reception to welcome customers, ordered the ingredients from suppliers
tell him why you are interested in the job-delectable food, culinary school, interact with customers
say why you think you would be suitable for the job-has similar work experience, understand how to serve with client and has positive feedback from clients and former employer
Other scientists think that it is a bad idea and would be dangerous . Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You missed a flight due to a problem at the airport. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter .Describe what happened that caused you to miss the flight •Explain how missing your flight affected you •Make it clear what you would like the airline to do
On a recent holiday you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter
-describe the item you lost
-explain how you lost it
-tell the insurance company what you would like them to do.
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 do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The money spent by the governments on space programmes would be better spent on vital public services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter - explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday - describe some possible disadvantages - say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dea
people on the past would always repair damaged products.However , nowadays,people like to throw out and purchase new products. what are the reason for this ? What problems might this cause ?
your english speaking frind who lives in your town has asked for your advice about leaning a new sport. write an email to you friend . in your email recommend a new sport thta would be suitable for you frind to lear explain how your friend could learn this sport suggest tht you both learn this sport together
Some parents prefer to have their children be raised by their grandparents. Some prefer to raise them on their own. Which would you prefer & why?. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write a letter to the service provider. In your letter:
•Explain what the appointment was and when it was scheduled
•Describe what mistake occurred that caused you to miss it
•Say what you would like the service provider to do
Nowadays,a lot of people prefer to be self-employed to work for a compamy because this way,they can follow their passions and be satisfied with their own life.In my view,the main disadvantages would be struggling and needs of employees and money for some cases.
Some people think it is better to have many short holidays during the years. Others believe it would be beneficial to have fewer longer vacation. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
A gift (such as a camera, a soccer, or an animal ) can contribute to a child's development. what gift would you give to help a child develop? why? use reasons and specific examples to support your choices.
The chart below shows the results of a European survey into young people's expectations for change in five different areas of life in the next 20 years. They were asked if they thought things would improve or get worse.
"Prevention is better than cure". Researching and treating diseases is too costly. So it would be better to invest in preventive measure To what extent do you agree?
You rent a four-bedroom house which you share with two other students. However, there are several problems with this house that need fixing. You also find it expensive and would like to find another student to share the spare bedroom. Write a letter to the estate agency. In the letter:
- Explain your situation
-Describe the problem with the house
-Say what would you like to happen
Write a letter to friend for explaining about you left your coat at his place. How would you like to get it back and why it is uergent.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You would like to buy some electrical goods at a shop in a nearby town.
Write a letter to the shop and
- ask if they have the things you want or whether they will be able to order them. - --- Ask what the prices are and
- how long they will be able to hold the goods for you.
The money spent by governments on space programs would be better spent on vital public services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You are leaving your job and would like to invite your friend to replace you. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter, you should:
-describe the job
-explain the reason you are leaving
-tell him/her why you would recommend the job to them
Crimes appear to be rising in most countries in the world, especially among young people. What the possible causes of this trend, and what solutions would be effective reducing crimes.
You bought a TV a week ago but when you got home you discovered it did not work properly. You called customer service to report the problem but you have not yet received any help.
Write a letter to the company and in your letter:
*introduce yourself
*explain the problem
*and state what action you would like from the company
You have seen an advertisment from a couple who live in Australia, for somone who teach their two children your language for a year.
write a letter to the couple, in your letter
1. explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
2. say what else you could do for the family
3. give your reasons for wanting the job
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You would like to stay at a friend’s house for a short time as you are visiting his/her city and
don’t want to stay in a hotel. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
• Request to stay at your friend’s house
• Explain why you would like to stay
• offer your friend some kind of remuneration for letting you stay.
Write at least 150 words.
You are working in a company. You would like to join a training course related to your work. Write a letter to your employer, in your letter
- describe what course you would like to do
- how this course might help in your work
- suggest a suitable time for you to do this course.
On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have insurance to cover the cost of anything lost.
write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In this letter
Describe the item you lost.
explain how you lost it.
tell the insurance company what you would like them to do?
You are organising a conference and you want to request an expert in your field to be the keynote speaker. You have not met this person before.
Write a letter to the expert. In your letter
explain the purpose of the conference
describe what you would like her/him to talk about
provide details about the venue, and the date and time of the conference.
Opinion essay questions: “prevention is better than cure”. Researching and treating diseases is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventative measures. To what extent do you agree?
You and a friend recently went on a holiday together. There is a problem with the photos you
have taken during the holiday. Write a letter to your friend to ask for a particular shot. In your
letter:
● tell him/her about the problem with your photos
● say which photo you would like him/her to send you
● explain why you need this photo.