As children work more and more on electronic devices, such as laptops, tablets and smartphones, many are losing their handwriting skills. Many parents want teachers to reinforce this skill by making students submit handwritten assignments. What would the advantages and disadvantages of doing this be?
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:
* describe other household duties you would like your friend to undertake
* give instructions about how to care for your pet
* provide contact details for when you are away
Write a letter of suggestions to the editor about crime safety
The chart below shows the amount spent on six consumer goods in four European countries. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
Some people think that physical strength is important for success in sport, while other people think that mental strength is more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. You should write at least 254 words.
Nowadays, distance-learning programmers have gained in popularity( those teaching programmers that involve the use of written materials, video, television and the internet), but some people argue that courses can never be taken as good as those by attending a college or university in person. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
a magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called the book that influenced me the most"
write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most.
You ecently bought some food at a supermarket, but, when you got home, you found that the food was in bad condition.
Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter,
-Explain what happen to you
-Give details of the day and time of the purchase
-Ask the manager what he/she intends to do about your experience
The graph below shows the averate growth in domestic products in wealthy countries, countries that have adopted a global approach to business and countries that have not. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below.
You have recently missed a project deadline which resulted in your company losing an important client. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
oapologize for what happened
o explain why you missed the deadline
o tell him/her how you will avoid this situation in future.
You are going to give a party to your friends. Write a letter to your friend living in a foreign country and ask him to help you to teach a special recipe.
In your letter
* Why are you giving a party
* Why you want to learn that recipe
* Invite him to the party
Write at least 150 words.
You have seen an advertisement for a weekend course to study a foreign language. Write a letter to the institution offering the course.
In your letter:
ask for details of the course
ask if the course teachers are qualified native speakers
You are organizing a seminar for your company. Write a letter to the
manager of another department inviting them to give a presentation at the
seminar.
In your letter,
• give details of the seminar
• invite them to give a presentation and say why you are inviting them
• say what the presentation should be about
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on
this task
Is it right or not to leave your home country ? This question is as old as humankind. Write an essay where you explain your opinion.
You recently had furniture delivered to your home, but during the delivery the workers caused some damage to your property.
Write a letter to the manager of the delivery company. In your letter:
explain what was delivered and when
describe the damage that was caused
say what you would like the company to do about it
You are about to go on vacation for a month. a friend from another town will come and stay in your apartment write a letter to this friend in your letter
Explain where your friend can get the keys to the apartment
Give your friends some instruction about using your apartment
Recommend some place to go
Your local public library wants to make improvements to their services and facilities. In order to get ideas from the public, they have asked library users to send them suggestions in writing.
Write a letter to the librarian in your letter
-describe what you like about the library
-say what you don’t like
-make suggestions for improvements
our neighbours have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house/ flat.
Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter
explain the reasons for the noise
apologise
describe what action you will take
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just finished your master’s degree and need to leave your current part-time job to search for full-time employment. Write a letter to your current employer.
In your letter
● explain why you will not pursue a full-time job in his/her company
● say why you’ve enjoyed working for him/her
● tell him/her how much longer you will continue to work for him/her
The diagram shows the way in which wind-powered energy is created and transported to the consumer. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the process.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter
- describe what you enjoyed about the course
-say how much cooking you've done since the course
- suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult,such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places ? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience Write atleast 250 words
You have read a news article in the local newspaper about a city or town you know, and some of the information was incorrect. Write a letter to the news editor. In your letter •Say how you know about that city or town •Explain what information was wrong •Suggest how the editor could fix this error.
You live in a small university town.Last week,you drove to a big city about two hours away to buy a new laptop at a good price.You worked on the laptop all week and finished writing a long assignment that is due shortly.However,this week,the laptop doesn't switch on.Write to the store.In your letter:
Write a complaint letter to a telephone company and let them know how their services failed to fulfill your expectations. In your letter you should • introduce yourself • mention what the main problem is • and say what you want them to do.
Some people believe that using modern technology (digital photographs, blogs) is the best way to record and remember important personal events. Others think traditional methods (making photo albums, writing diaries) are better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe that women make better parents than men and that is why they have the greater role in raising children in most societies. Others claim that men are just as good as women at parenting. Write an essay expressing your point of view.
You live near a recreation ground. A local school often brings pupils to the recreation ground to do sports, such as football and cricket, but recently this has caused some problems.
Write a letter to the head of the school. In your letter:
explain why you enjoy living by the recreation ground
describe the recent problems at the recreation ground
say what you think the school should do
Writing Task Read the question below and write an essay/interpretation of the graph/Diagram/Pie Chart/Map. The two maps below show the Sunny Island before and after its commercialization. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have been invited to attend an admissions interview for a prestigious college. Unfortunately, you cannot come at the proposed time due to a previous appointment.
Write a letter to the admissions tutor and explain your position. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and state your interest in the program
Apologize and offer to come at a different time
Ask how long the interview will be and if you will have to take an exam
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Write an essay summarising and evaluating the key points from both texts. Use your own words throughout as far as possible, and include your own ideas in your answers.
Your workplace does not have a parking area for cars, and it is causing some problems. Write a letter to your manager and include the following:
– Describe the problems it has caused.
– Explain what benefits a parking area would bring to the company.
– Suggest a solution.
Write 200-250 words on the following topic: Some people like to work in small companies or businesses while others prefer working for large companies or government organizations. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for a large company or organization?
The diagram below shows how cheese is made. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
Thank him/her for the invitation
Explain why you cannot come
Ask him/her about other times to visit
Write atleast 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear________.
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/She has asked for your advice about studying this subject. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•Give details of the course you took at the university
•Explain why you recommend the university
•Give some advice about how to apply
The education of young people is a top priority in all countries of the world. Some people believe that educating adults who cannot read or write is important to society and needs more funding. What extent do you agree or disagree?
You enjoyed a holiday organized by a tour company. Write a letter to the manager and praise the tour guide who accompanied you on the journey.
In your letter, you should:
• describe the details of your holiday
• explain what the tour guide did that was helpful
• suggest how the manager may reward the tour guide.
The parents of your Australian Friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her
Write a letter to Chris’s parents. In your letter
a)Say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
b)Explain why you won’t be able to attend the party
c)Give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time
Write at least 150 words,
You do not need to write any addresses
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr and Mrs Collins
the line graph shows various types of technology used in US from 1995-1999. write main features and give comparison where necessary
You recently receive a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try a get a job. You think she/he 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
The manager of your company Wants to advertise the company on the radio . He/she has asked you to write for a radio station about this .
Write a letter to the advertising director of the radio station . In your letter :- 1. Describe your company’s products and/or services .
2. Explain why your company wants to advertise on this radio station .
3. ask some questions about advertising on this radio station .
(150 words )
Write a letter to a friend. You have borrowed something from your friend and it got damaged.
a) apologize for damaging the product
b) explain what happened
c) say how are you going to fix the issue
You are not satisfied with the changing rooms in a sports centre that you visit. Write a letter to the manager.
- What the problem is
- How you feel about the problem
- What steps you want the manager to take
Write about the following topic: In some countries old people are highly valued and in other countries the young are considered to be more valuable. Discuss both view points and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.
choose a place for people to visit in your area. write a review of the place. say what people can do and see. use imperative verbs to give advice
Write a letter to invite your friend to a music concert. In your letter:
When and where the music concert is going to be
What type of music will be played there
Why your friend will enjoy it.
Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter
Explain where you live
Describe the problem
Give reasons why you do not want this development
You had a birthday party and you were playing loud music.your neighbour. write a letter of appology explaining the ocasion and it wont happen again
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.