Talk about an event that you had prepared well for. Please say
– what the event was
– what the occasion was
– who helped you prepare for it
– and explain why you had to prepare well for this event.
Academic Writing Task 1
The graph below shows waste recycling rates in the U.S. from 1960 to 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Academic Writing Task 2
Some believe that nuclear weapons benefit the world at large.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
General Writing Task 1
You want to recommend someone to work in a company. Write a letter to the manager.
In the letter, you should tell:
– who the person is
– how did you know the person
– working experience of the person.
– why do you recommend the person
General Writing Task 2
In many schools, sports lessons are part of the timetable, because it is important for both boys and girls to participate in sports. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Talk about a business person you are inspired by. Please say
– who the business person is
– what he/she does
– why you feel inspired by him/her
– and explain how this person will be useful to you in the future.
Academic Writing Task 1
The maps below show the town of Langley in 1910 and 1950. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Academic Writing Task 2
Some people believe that engaging in an active pastime does more to develop childrens’ life skills than time spent reading.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
General Writing Task 1
You were advised by your doctor that you need to do more physical exercises. Write a letter to your friend asking him to join you.
In your letter, you should tell:
– why do you want to do physical exercise
– what type of physical exercises you are planning to do
– why do you want your friend to join you
General Writing Task 2
Friendly robots are now being developed to help people at work and at home. Do you think the positive effects of this development outweigh the negative? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Describe your experience of moving to a new school or new city. Please say
– where you moved to
– why you moved there
– how you felt about moving
– and explain how this experience affected your life.
Academic Writing Task 1
The map below describes changes to a park in 1980 and now.
Academic Writing Task 2
In some cultures, older people after retirement spend their money on enjoying themselves (e.g. by going on holiday) rather than saving money for their children. Do you think it is positive or negative?
General Writing Task 1
Your next-door neighbour likes to listen to music late at night. Because of the loud music, you often lose sleep.
Write a letter to the building manager. In your letter
describe the situation
explain the problems it is causing you
offer at least one solution
General Writing Task 2
Illiteracy has traditionally been viewed as largely a third world problem. However, it is becoming apparent that in countries such as the USA and Australia, illiteracy rate is on the increase. Discuss possible causes for this and its effect on society. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Describe a situation when you had a problem and someone offered a clever solution.
You should say:
– who the person was
– what he/she did
– what solution he/she offered
– and explain why you think it was a clever solution.
Academic Writing Task 1
In June 1996, an experimental flu vaccine was trialled in a large country town on females only. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Academic Writing Task 2
In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of advertisements which try to persuade children to buy snacks, toys, and other goods. Parents often claim that these ads are unfair. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
General Writing Task 1
Your family is moving to a new city. Write a letter to the real estate agency in your new city to enquire about a rental house.
In your letter, you should tell:
– explain when you are moving and the reason
– describe where you would like to live
– mention the type of house you need.
General Writing Task 2
Some people believe that students should acquire working experience during their gap year instead of traveling. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Describe a person you follow daily on social media. Please say
– who the person is
– how you know this person
– what content he/she posts on social media
– and explain why you follow this person on social media.
Academic Writing Task 1
The figure shows the results of a survey of 1000 adolescents in five different countries. The participants were asked at what age they believed certain rights and responsibilities should be granted to young people. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feature.
Academic Writing Task 2
Some people believe that violent media directly results in violent behavior.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
General Writing Task 1
You are interested in attending a short course at a college in an English speaking country. Write a letter to the college administration. In the letter, you should tell:-
What course you would like to attend?
Give details about your educational background and work experience?
What reasons make you choose this college?
General Writing Task 2
some people think no need to travel because we can see the world on the internet. Others think that travel is most important. Give opinion and experience, examples.
Academic Writing Task 1
The diagram below shows the life cycle of the honey bee.
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.
Academic Writing Task 2
Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people,however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Talk about an exciting book that you read. Please say
– what book it is
– when you read it
– what it is about
– and explain why you consider it exciting.
General Writing Task 1
You came to know about a piece of equipment that would help you at your workplace. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
In your letter
describe the equipment
explain how it might be helpful at your workplace
offer help in purchasing it.
General Writing Task 2
Some people say that individuals should change jobs during their working life often while others believe that doing the same job has advantages to individuals, companies, and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Talk about something your family member has done that made you proud. You should say
– who it was
– what he/she did
– when it happened
– and explain why it made you proud.
Academic Writing Task 1
The diagram below shows how solar panels can be used to provide electricity for domestic use.
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.
You should write at least 150 words.
Academic Writing Task 2
Some people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children.
Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You should write at least 250 words.
General Writing Task 1
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter:
thank them for the photos and the holiday
explain why you didn’t write earlier
invite them to come and stay with you
General Writing Task 2
The environmental problems that today’s world is facing are so great that there is little ordinary people can do to improve the situation. So governments and large organizations should be responsible for reducing the amount of damage being done to the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Describe a person you met only once and want to know more about. You should say:
– who he/she is
– when you met him/her
– why you want to know more about him/her
– and explain how you feel about him/her.
Academic Writing Task 1
The table and pie chart illustrate populations in Australia according to different nationalities and areas. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Academic Writing Task 2
Today family members eat fewer meals together. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative trend?
General Writing Task 1
Your family is going to move to another town. Write a letter to the Principal of a local school asking if they will accept your son. Describe his academic achievements and scope of interests.
General Writing Task 2
Students should start work experience soon after college or university examination or to go for career advancements, discuss both views and give your opinion.
Talk about a company or a business that provided you a good service. Please say
– what the service was
– where the service was provided to you
– who at the company helped you
– and explain why you think this was a good service.
Academic Writing Task 1
Academic Writing Task 2
Today, many young people spend too much of their free time at shopping malls. This can considered negative for young people and society generally.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
General Writing Task 1
Write a letter to your friend who is traveling overseas, and you were staying at their apartment. There was a storm at that time and the apartment got damaged. In the letter, you should:-
Tell your friend about the storm?
Explain how the damage got?
Detail what repairs need to be done?
General Writing Task 2
Some people think that enjoying the present is more important than planning for the future for both countries and individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Talk about a skill that was difficult for you to learn. You should say
– what skill it was
– why you learnt it
– why it was difficult to learn
and explain how you felt about this.
Academic Writing Task 1
The line graph below shows the number of annual visits to Australia by overseas residents. The table below gives information on the country of origin where the visitors came from. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information given.
Academic Writing Task 2
Some people prefer activities and lifestyles in hot climates while others prefer living in cold climates. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
General Writing Task 1
You are relocating to a new city. Write a letter to an agent to arrange a house for you and your family. In your letter, you should tell:-
when you will relocate?
why you are relocating?
what kind of house do you want?
General Writing Task 2
Some people believe that everyone has a right to have access to university education and that governments should make it free for all students no matter what financial background they have. To what extent do you agree or disagree?