– What were you waiting for?

– When did it happen?

– Why was it special to you?

– What did you do while waiting?

Academic Writing Task 1

The Chart Show information about the percentage of men and women aged 60-64 who were employed in four countries in 1970 and 2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the governments rather than private companies.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Your friend had made a plan for you to see a movie together but you can now not join him. You’ve found another friend who can go instead of you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

Explain why you cannot go anymore

Say who can go instead of you

Say why this person is a good person to go with

General Writing Task 2

The best way to solve the world’s environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other private vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

– who the person is

– how you know him/her

– describe some of the things you do together

– and explain why you admire him/her.

Academic Writing Task 1

The graph below gives information about the number of Catholics residing in different nations, during 2010-2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The most effective way to solve traffic and transport problems in cities is to encourage people from suburbs or the countryside to live in cities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

ou live in a high-rise building, which has a communal laundry room. Sometimes people don’t come in time to empty the machines and other residents have to wait for a washer or dryer. You think the building management should purchase 10 extra laundry baskets and make them available for such times, so the machines can be freed up. Write to the Property Manager, Mr Watson. In your letter:

explain how long you have been a resident

describe the problem

propose your solution

 General Writing Task 2

The world would be a better place if women own the leadership. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?

– What it was

– When you made it

– How you made it

– And explain how you felt after that.

Academic Writing Task 1

The graphs below show the global robotics market during 2000 and 2025 based on sectors. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

It is said that the eldest child in a family always has a stronger desire than his or her siblings. Is this really true? What do you think about this?

You have rented 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 real estate agency. In the letter

Explain your situation

Describe the problems with the house

Say what you would like to happen

 General Writing Task 2

Most major cities around the world continue to grow at a phenomenal rate due to the massive increase in population. This has led to a general decline in the quality of life in city areas as the environment becomes more crowded and polluted. Give some reasons why this growth has occurred and suggest some practical solutions to this problem.

– What it was

– How you did it

– What it looked like

– And explain how you felt about the activity.

 Academic Training Writing Task 1

The diagram below shows the development of cutting tools in the Stone Age. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Nowadays, sports is a big business with high earnings for professional sports people and companies involved both financially and other ways. Is this a positive or negative development for sports?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

The apartment that you have rented was repaired recently. Later you discovered some defects in repairs. Write a letter to your landlord; In your letter

explain what the problem is

suggest how it can be fixed

say what you would like the landlord to do about it.

 General Writing Task 2

Many people believe that playing games and watching TV programmes is beneficial but others say it doesn’t improve the mental ability of children. to What extent do you agree or disagree.

– What it is

– What you use it for

– How often you use it

– And explain why it is important to you.

Academic Writing Task 1

The diagram below shows how salt is removed from seawater to make it drinkable. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Some people think that children should begin their formal education at a very early age. Some think they should begin at at least 7 years old. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

You bought a ticket to a music concert. However, you are unable to go. So you decide to give a ticket to your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter

Say about the concert

Why you are unable to go

Explain how your friend can get your ticket.

General Writing Task 2

Some people say that in our modern age, it is unnecessary to teach children about the skills of handwriting. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

– What the equipment is

– What you are using it for

– How long you have had this equipment

– And explain why it is important to you.

Task 1

The diagram below shows the proposed town. 

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

Task 2

Some people think that hosting international sports events may be beneficial for a country. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Task 1

You saw an advertisement in the paper for a property management position at an apartment complex. Write a letter to express your interest.

Include:

Why you are writing

Your suitability for the role

How you would approach the position

Task 2

 Some people feel that paparazzi should not follow celebrities and invade their privacy by taking pictures of them everywhere, while others believe this is just the price of fame. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Describe an occasion when you had to be friendly to someone you didn’t really like. Please say

– Who the person was

– When it happened

– Why you had to be friendly

– And explain how you felt about it later.

Academic Writing Task 1

The chart below shows the total number of minutes (in millions) of telephone calls in Finland, divided into three categories, from 1995 – 2004. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

In the past, most people worked for small businesses, while more people now work for large businesses. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for large businesses?

ou are a student at an English language school in Brighton and are living in private accommodation with other flatmates. You have not had hot water or heating for some time. The landlord’s workmen have tried to fix the problem but without success. Write a letter to the landlord. In your letter,

State your reason for writing

Describe the problems and explain how you feel

Propose a solution and risk the landlord to take action

 General Writing Task 2

Recent research suggests that the majority of criminals who are sent to prison commit crimes after they are released. Why is this the case? What can be done to solve this problem?

– Where and what is it?

– What is it used for?

– What does the building look like?

– And explain why you like or dislike it.

Academic Training Writing Task 1

People are using the Internet to do their task rather than doing in person. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Your friend is thinking about learning to drive and would like some advice.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter

•    say why a driving licence is advantageous

•    recommend a driving school

•    give any extra guidance/tips

 

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear..., 

General Training Writing Task 2

Should long-term job seekers in receipt of government benefits be made to do voluntary work so that they give something back to the community?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Academic Writing Task 1

The chart below gives information about global sales of games software, CDs and DVD or video. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Academic Training Writing Task 2

The tendency of human beings to copy one another is shown in the popularity of areas such as fashion and consumer goods.

To what extent do you agree?

The news company is going to start a new program on TV about a particular place. Write a letter to offer your suggestions on what the program should be like.

In your letter, you should tell:

how you know about that place

what suggestions you would like to make

why you are offering these suggestions

General Writing Task 2

Some People think that public health within a country can be Improved by Government making laws regarding Nutritious food. Others, however, think that health is a matter of personal choice and responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

– Who he/she is

– Why you like him/her

– How you learned about him/her

– And explain why he/she is your favorite famous person.

Some people think that only staff who have worked in a company for a long time should be promoted to a higher position. What is your opinion?