The chart below shows percentages of staffs not going to work for different reasons between 2000 and 2010
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to mat it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
Some people believe that old buildings should be replaced with more modern ones. Other people argue that we should protect old buildings because they have a special value. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and animals aroud the world. Some people think that this cannot be changed, while others believe that actions can be taken to bring about a change. Discuss both views and present an opinion.
A growing number of people feel that animal should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as human while others argue that human must employ animals to satisfy their needs, including use for food and research. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
The chart below shows participation in certain leisure activities by children in Australia. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
The graph below shows the differences in wheat exports over three dif erent areas. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
The table below shows the percentage of first-year students who gave very good rating to the resources provided by a college, for three courses. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below shows the production of olive oil. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the process below.
Some people believe that it is important for parents to tell or read stories for their children. Others think that parents don't have to do this because there are many sources for children to read like books, TV, and movies. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays people make new friends through social media and internet chat groups. Some people think it is a good idea. Other think that face to face interaction is essential. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The diagram below shows the process of producing raisins from grapes. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The line graph shows burglaries per thousands in four different countries between 2000 2009. Summarize the information and make comparison where relavent.
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just read an article in an international magazine which contains some incorrect information about your town.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter,
• say which points in the article you are in agreement with
• explain ways in which your town centre is different from what is stated in the article
• provide some interesting local facts about your town
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
The chart below shows estimated world illiteracy rates by region and by gendes for last year.
The graph below shows the consumption of fish and somedifferent kinds of meat ina European country between 1979 and 2004.
Some peope say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage changes in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people argue that the rapid development of technology is making people's lives more stressful, while others believe it enhances productivity and efficiency. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Here’s a sample General Training question: Question: Some people believe that it is better to live in a small town, while others think that living in a big city is more beneficial. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that large, impressive buildings are important for a city. Others believe that the money should be spent on improving schools and hospitals. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The image below shows the different stages involved in making paper. Write a 150-word report explaining the information given below
Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible in science research, business and 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.
Some people think that goverment is responsilbe for crime prevention. Others think that individuals are responsible to protect themselves. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in seprate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and grils benefit more from attending mixed schools. discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows the per capita consumption of whole milk and low-fat milk in the United States between 1970 and 2015.
The diagram below shows the process of recycling plastic bottles. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. aa
Some people believe that the government should make laws regarding nutrition and healthy lifestyle, while others think that it is a matter of personal responsibility. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
The graph below shows the average closing prices of selected precious matals from 2013 to 2021
The picture below shows the plant of museum in 1998 and after some changes was made in 2008. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
Some people believe that it is better language students in small classes. others think the number of people in the classes doesnot matter. Discuss both these views and give your own opnion.
The bar chart shows information about fiction book sales from 2006 to 2010. Writr a report of at least 150 words summarising the main details and making comparisons where necessary.
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011 and 2015. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
The table below shows the results of a survey to find out what members of a city sports club about the club’s activities, facilities and opening hours.
Some people think that young people should spend more and more of their free time with their families, and spend less time entertaining outside. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The diagram below shows how coffee is produced and prepared for sale in supermarkets and shops. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph shows the value in US dollars (in millions of dollars) of investment in funds of four categories from 1988 to 2014.
You recently went on a trip with a friend and you both took some photographs.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
ask your friend to send you one of the photographs
explain why you need that particular photograph
and tell your friend what happened to your copy of it
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ..................,
Some people believe that studying at university or collage is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight afters school. Discuss both views.
The diagram below shows the various stages required to produce coffee products from coffee beans. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
While some people believe that government surveillance (such as Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), and the use of speed cameras) is essential for individuals to feel safe within a society, others feel it limits their freedom. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
Some people think that the government should provide assistance to all kinds of artist including painters, musicians and poets. However, other people think that this is a waste of money discuss both views and give your opinion.
the chart below shows the number of travellers using three major airport un New York City between 1995 and 2000
Some people say that artworks (e.g. painting, music, poetry) can be created by everybody, whereas others say they can only be made by those with special ability. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancel your booking. Write a letter to the college administrator. In your letter:
say which part-time course you booked
explain why you need to cancel your booking
ask about booking a different course
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam..........,
The bar chart below shows the average Australian water consumption in selected chies for last year. The pie chart shows the distribution of Australian water consumption for last year.
Print media,including magazines and newspapers,will be soon completely replaced by internet news sources. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement ?
The table below shows information about the population of New Zealand from 2011 to 2012 by age group. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
the graph below shows the number of hours each teacher spent teaching in different schools in four different countries in 2001
Your local newspaper would like to have a new regular weekly feature on a subject of interest for readers. Readers are being encouraged to make suggestions sent in an e-mail to the newspaper.
Write a letter to the newspaper. In your letter:
Suggest a topic that you think would be popular.
Say why it would be of interest
Explain why it is more relevant/interesting than other topics