In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existi

The line graph below shows US consumers' average annual expenditures on cell phone and residential phone services between 2001 and 2010.

Many aspects of the way people dress today are influenced by global fashion trends. How has global fashion become such a strong influence on people's lives? Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give r

Nowadays many people travel to foreign countries for pleasure. Some believe this travel has a negative impact on the countries travelled to. Tg what extent do you agree or disagree?

The graph below shows the percentages of tourists who used different types of transport to travel within a particular nation between 1989 and 2009. Each tourist may have used more than one type of transport. Summarise th

The line graph below shows US consumers' average annual expenditures on cell phone and residential phone services between 2001 and 2010.

Some young people are leaving the country side to live in cities and towns, leaving only old people in the countryside. What problems are caused by this issue? What can be done to solve this situation?

Your have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centers in your country all look very similar to each other. You don't fully agree with this opinion. Write a letter to the editor of the ne

You are working on an important project at work, but you failed to submit your report by the agreed deadline. Write a letter to your Department Manager. In your letter: Apologize for the late submission. Explain the r

You were scheduled to attend a job interview recently, but you were unable to make it on time and missed the appointment. Write a letter to the Human Resources Manager. In your letter: Apologize for missing the intervi

In many countries, young people are spending more time on social media than with family or in face-to-face activities. What problems can this cause? What solutions can be taken to address this issue?

Many aspects of the way people dress today are influenced by global fashion trends. How has global fashion become such a strong influence on people’s lives? Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give r

The bar chart below shows the percentage of unemployed graduates, aged 20-24, in one European country over a two-year period. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and making comparisons

The line graph below shows US consumers' average annual expenditures on cell phone and residential phone services between 2001 and 2010.

Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, howeve, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. D

The charts below show the percentage of time working adults spent on different activities in a particular country in 1958 and 2008.

Many parents encourage young people to leave home when they age, while others think they should stay home with family. Discuss both views and give your own opini on.)

‘Children do not respect their parents as much as they did in the past. This behaviour is now having a negative impact on society.’ Discuss. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own kn

The table provides data on the year of opening, route length, and annual passenger numbers (in millions) for underground railway systems in six major cities.

The table provides data on the year of opening, route length, and annual passenger numbers (in millions) for underground railway systems in six major cities.