Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Task One: 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 1) give contact details for when you are away 2) give instructions about

More and more people in developing countries are purchasing cars for the first time. What problems does this cause? What do you think is a possible solution?

You have been invited to attend an interview for a place studying a course in a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot come at the time they wish. Write a letter to the admissions tutor:

You are taking a course at a local college. The deadline for your project was last week but you haven't finished it. Write a letter to your lecturer. In your letter introduce yourself explain why you haven't han

Although more and more people read the news on the Internet, newspaper will remain the most important source of news for the majority of people. Do you agree or disagree?

There is a problem in the road outside your house. Write a letter to your local councilor. In your letter introduce yourself explain what the problem is tell the councilor what you would like to be done

Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar which cause many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to enourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree

As compared to the past, children these days spend more of their leisure time indoors with computers and TV and less time outdoors. Describe some of the problems this lack of outdoor leisure time can cause and suggest at

As compared to the past, children these days spend more of their leisure time indoors with computers and TV and less time outdoors. Describe some of the problems this lack of outdoor leisure time can cause and suggest

In some cities, the government has tired to reduce traffic. For instance, they imposed a congestion tax during rush hours. Do you think this development is positive or negative?

Nowadays more and more older people who need employment have to compete with younger people for the same jobs. What problems do this cause? What are solutions?

In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?

Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

The Internet is a great course of information and has opened up opportunities for people to learn all over the world. Is all information reliable on the Internet? What could be done to control information online?

Some universities offer online courses as an alternative to classes delivered on campus. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Topic 10: In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of ageing populations.

Nowdays, many people complain that they have deficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lack of sleep?

The increase in mobile phone use in recent years has transformed the way we live, communicate and do business. Mobile phones can also be the cause of social or medical problems. What forms do these problems take? Do y

More and more plastic waste has polluted cities, countrysides, and oceans. What problems does it cause and what measures can be taken?