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WRITING TASK 1 – FORMAL LETTER

VSTEP WRITING TEST 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


Mrs. Smith wrote a letter to the manager of a restaurant to complain about the food quality.
Read a part of her letter below
“Dear Mr James,
I visited with my family at your Rit’s restaurant on the 1st of February to
celebrate my daughter’s birthday. Unfortunately, the standard food quality in
your restaurant really damaged our spirits. I was wondering what ingredients
you put in the main course because it tasted equally terrible! I remember that I
was ordering fat-free food; however, all the food was oil-dripping. That was
not the quality of food that we would expect from your restaurant, therefore,
could you please kindly explain this matter?
Write an email responding to Mrs. Smith. You should write at least 120 words. You do not
need to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 2

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


You are a regular client of the local sport center. You have received an email from the
manager, Mr. Robert Smith, asking for your opinion about the sport center service.
“Thank you very much for using the sport center as you visit our sport center
so often. I’m writing to ask for your opinion so that we can improve the
service quality.
We would be grateful if you could tell us the reason why you choose our
center and whether you are satisfied with the sport facilities. We would also
want to know if there is anything you are unhappy with or things you would
like to change. And is there anything new you would like to see and use?
Write an email responding to Mr. Smith. You should write at least 120 words. You do not
need to include your name or address.
VSTEP WRITING TEST 3

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


You are a landlady and you have just received a letter from a tourist. Read his letter and
answer his questions.
“I just saw your advertisement for flats today and I am writing to ask for more
information. There'll be 10 people in our group, so how many flats would we
need to rent, and how much the total cost will be for one week? I’d like to
know what flats are equipped and what kinds of facilities are available nearby?
Are there any shopping centers? Finally, is it convenient to get to the city
center from your place?
Write an email responding to the tourist. You should write at least 120 words. You do not
need to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 4

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


You are a summer trip organizer. You have just received a letter from a student. Read part
of the letter and answer his/her questions
“I have seen the advertisement in the newspaper about the summer trip. I am
really interested in this activity where I can improve my English and
leadership skills at the same time. Could you tell me how much the total trip
cost? Are the meals included? And how about accommodation because I come
from Viet Nam.”
Write an email responding to the student. You should write at least 120 words. You do not
need to include your name or address.
VSTEP WRITING TEST 5

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


You have received a message from an English teacher. He is going to be a guest speaker at
your EC monthly meeting.
“ I’d be glad to give a talk to your EC. I’m a little nervous because this will be
my 1st time coming to your university. In order to be well-prepared. I’d like
some information about my audience. I am thinking of talking about effective
ways to study vocabulary or useful tips to speak English well. Which topic
would be more interesting and how much time can I have for my talk? Could
you also tell me how to get to your university from the city center? ”
Write an email responding to the English teacher. You should write at least 120 words.
You do not need to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 6

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


Read the email below
“ We are running a series of articles named “ Starting a new hobby or sport ".
We'd be really grateful if you could write an article describing your favorite
hobby or sports. Would you please also mention the equipment which is
needed and the cost when taking up your favorite hobby or sports. We are
looking forward to hearing from you. ”
Write an email responding to Mr. Robert Johnson.. You should write at least 120 words.
You do not need to include your name or address.
VSTEP WRITING TEST 7

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


You are the manager of the exhibition and have just received a letter .Read part of the
letter and answer the teacher’s questions.
“I am a teacher and I am going to organize a visit for my student to the
exhibition. Could you give me some information about the date, the opening
daily time. Where should my students go? What is the subject of the
exhibition?What student can get from the trip? Are there any discounts for my
students?”
Write an email responding to the teacher. You should write at least 120 words. You do
not
need to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 8

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


“Dear Dan Nguyen,
Thank you very much for choosing to celebrate your birthday party at our
restaurant. As you and your family are regular customers, we’d like to have
your feedback on our food, service and atmosphere. Moreover, we would also
want to know the things that you are still unhappy with. Could you give us
some suggestions so that we could improve our services?
Write an email responding to the manager. You should write at least 120 words. You do
not need to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 9

Thank you very much for using our sports centre. As you visit our sports centre so
often, I am writing to ask for your opinions so that we can improve the service
quality. We would be grateful if you could tell us the reasons why you chose our
centre and whether you are satisfied using the sports facilities. We would also
want to know if there is anything you are unhappy with and things you would like
to be changed. And is there anything new you would like to see and use?

WRITING TASK 1 – INFORMAL LETTER

VSTEP WRITING TEST 1

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received an email from your English-speaking pen-friend, John, who is
planning to come to your country for a one-week holiday.

Hi! How are you doing? I’ve got a week free this summer, and I’d really like
to spend my time touring around your country. How can I get to your house
from the airport? One more thing, I will also need somewhere not too
expensive to stay, of course. People say that the food in your country is very
good. Would you please organize a tour for me to try the street food or travel
around with me if you have time?
Write an email to respond to John. You should write at least 120 words. You do not need
to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 2

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received an email from your English-speaking pen-friend, Peter, who accepted
your invitation to come and stay with you at Christmas. Read part of his email below.
Thanks very much for the invitation to stay with you and your family for a few days at
Christmas. Of course, I’d love to come!

I’ve already booked my flights, and I will be arriving at 2.30 p.m. on the 22nd of
December. As you know, I’ve never been abroad during the Christmas holidays, so I
have no idea of what to do. What’s the weather like there at that time of the year? What
kinds of clothes should I bring then? Anyway, what kinds of gifts are good for the first-
time meeting with your family?

Write an email to respond to Peter. You should write at least 120 words. You do not need
to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 3

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received an email from your English-speaking pen-friend, Jimmy, who is going
to take a short training course in your country. Read part of his email below.

Hi Rose! How are you? I hope everything goes well. I am going to take a short
training course in your country next month. I’d like to spend my time visiting you
and your family, so what is the best way to travel from the airport to your house? I
need somewhere to live while I am there. Is there a good hotel near your house? As
you know, my father is a coffee addict. Can you show me where to buy some nice
Vietnamese coffee for him?
Write an email to respond to Jimmy. You should write at least 120 words. You do not
need to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 4

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


You have just received an email from your friend, Jenny, asking you about the most
effective way to study English well at school. Read part of Jenny’s email below.

I have a lot of subjects this semester, but I don’t know how to study them, especially
English. My teacher says English is very important for our future jobs, so we need to
learn it. Do you think English is a difficult language to learn? How much time
should I spend learning English every day? Can you give me some suggestions on
how to study this language well? By the way, I know your English is very good, so
can we speak English on the phone together?
Write an email to respond to Jenny. You should write at least 120 words. You do not
need to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 5

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received an email from your English-speaking pen-friend, Linda, who is
planning to come to your country for a one-week holiday.

I’m studying different cultural festivals from different countries for my


presentation next month. Can you tell me the most popular festival in your
country? When does it start and end? Why is it important in your country? And
what do people in your country often do during the festival? If I could come and
see the festival in your country one day, would you join me then?

Write an email to respond to Linda. You should write at least 120 words. You do not
need to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 6

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


You have received an email from your English-speaking pen-friend, Tom, asking for his
book, which he forgot in your house. Read part of his email below

Thank you for taking me to the airport. I landed safely at home. I totally
enjoyed my stay with you and your family. When I reached home, I realized
that I had forgotten my book, which was my grandfather’s gift on my 22 nd
birthday. I love this book so much. I left it under the pillow, so can you find it
and post it to me? Anyway, Christmas is coming, so would you please come
and celebrate Christmas with me? I really hope you decide to come. Christmas
Eve in my country is such a wonderful night to have a great time with friends
and family.

Write an email to respond to Tom. You should write at least 120 words. You do not need
to include your name or address.
VSTEP WRITING TEST 7

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Mrs. Smith wrote an email to the manager of a restaurant to complain about the food.
Read part of her email below.

Dear Mr. James,


My family and I visited your Ritz’ restaurant on the 1 st of February to celebrate
my daughter’s birthday. Unfortunately, the food in your restaurant really made me
feel disappointed. I was wondering what ingredients you put in the main course
because it tasted terrible! I remember that I was ordering fat-free food. However,
all the food was oil-dripping. That was not the food we would expect from your
restaurant, therefore, could you please kindly explain this matter?

Write an email to respond to Mrs. Smith. You should write at least 120 words. You do
not need to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 8

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received an email from your English-speaking friend, Mary. Read part of her
email below

Hi John,
How have you been? I was so happy to receive your email, which invites me to
stay with you during my visit to your country next month. This is the first time
I've been abroad, so I’m not sure how to get to your house from the airport, or
what’s the best means of transport? Could you write back and give me some
directions? Anyway, what will the weather be like when I get there? What kinds
of clothes should I bring?

Write an email to respond to Mary. You should write at least 120 words. You do not need
to include your name or address.
VSTEP WRITING TEST 9

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received an email from your English-speaking friend, Paul, asking for some
information about your visit to his country. Read part of his email below.

Hello Paul,
How have you been? In your email, you said you’d like to come and stay in
the summer in my country for a while, so I’m writing to ask when you will
visit my country. We will have a big party in August because it is my brother
David’s 18th birthday on August 11, so could you try to be here in August?
Lots of our friends and relatives will be there, and I would like to introduce
you to them if you don’t mind. At the end of August, I am going camping with
my family, so could we go camping together for a few days? What activities
would you like to do? Please let me know so I can make some interesting
plans.

Write an email to respond to Paul. You should write at least 120 words. You do not need
to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 10

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are a school trip organizer. You received an email from your student, Britney,
asking for some information about the trip next month. Read part of her email below.

I’m really interested in the school trip that you are going to organize to a
historical museum next month. I’m writing to ask for information about the fee,
the date, and the time so that I can arrange my time to join. How can we get
there, and what activities are planned for the trip? Should I bring my lunch
along?
Write an email to respond to Britney. You should write at least 120 words. You do not
need to include your name or address.
VSTEP WRITING TEST 11

You have just received a letter from your friend. Read the letter and respond to him.

“I was feeling excited about the journey on a ship with my dad. This was my first
journey by sea. So I was very nervous and worried about being sea-sick. Luckily, I was
fine on the entire journey, and there were some great moments when I saw the sunrise
and sunset. I also took a lot of photos with my dad and new friends on this journey.
What about you? Tell me about your last holiday. Did you enjoy it? What are you
going to do after the holiday? ”

VSTEP WRITING TEST 12

You have just received a letter from your friend. Read the letter and give your answers.

“Hi, how are you? The teacher in the literature class asked me to write about one of the
movies I like the best. As you know, I don’t like watching movies, and I don’t go to the
cinema often. Thus, I don’t know which movies I should see now or which movies I
should write about. Could you tell me about your favorite movie? When did you see it,
and why do you like it?

VSTEP WRITING TEST 13

You have asked your closest friend, Brianna, to help look after your house and pet when
you are on holiday. She has sent you an email asking for more information. Read this part
of email
“Great to hear that you are going to visit Dubai. I am sure you will have a wonderful
time there. Don’t worry. I will look after your house and your pet while you are away. I
just want to know when you leave for Dubai and when you will be back. I don’t have a
lot of experience caring for animals, so tell me how to care for your pet. Also, are there
any other household duties I am supposed to do?

Lots of love

Brianna

VSTEP WRITING TEST 14

“How are you going? I am glad to hear that you have just moved to a new house in the
city. Now, you don’t have to walk too far to your school. I hope you and your family
will be happy with that new home. By the way, could you tell me more about your new
house? What does it look like? How many rooms are there in your new house? Do you
like your new bedroom? Please let me know.

I am looking forward to hearing from you.”

VSTEP WRITING TEST 15

Your friend asked you about preparation for the test

“How is everything going? In your last letter, you told me that you would take a
language test, so I want to know how much progress you are making. Also, you are
quite busy with your office work at the moment, and I am wondering how you manage
to prepare for the test. I know that the result of the test is very important to you, so you
must be trying very hard. By the way, when is the test date? Which skill do you find the
most difficult? And is there anything I can do to help?

VSTEP WRITING TEST 16

“Next week Linkin Park is coming to Hanoi to rock this city. I don’t want to miss my
favorite band's live performance, and I bought two tickets last month. I had planned to
enjoy the performance with my brother, but I had to cancel it due to a family event. Are
you going back to our hometown to meet our grandparents on their 50th wedding
anniversary? I know how much you love Linkin Park. Do you want to buy these tickets
to enjoy the show? How many tickets do you want? How much can you pay for the
tickets? How can you receive the ticket? ”

VSTEP WRITING TEST 17

I am planning to spend a one-week holiday in Hanoi for the first time this June. Could
you suggest a place to stay near the center in order to experience nighttime activities
there? It would be very nice if you could give me some ideas on what to do and where
to visit as well. I hope to hear from you soon.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 18

“How are you going? I hope you are doing well. I listened to a Vietnamese song on the
Internet this morning by chance, and I found it great. Then I decided to write to you
now because I really want to know more about the music in your country. Are there any
live music concerts where you live? What kinds of music do you enjoy, and why?
When do you often listen to music? I hope to hear from you soon.”

VSTEP WRITING TEST 19


I took a medical eye check, and the result shows that my eyes are becoming weaker; it
may be caused by my habit of watching TV. In my free time, I like watching films. Do
you like watching TV? What are your hobbies? Write a letter to reply to your friend.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 20

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You received a letter from your friend, Jane. She asked you for some information about
one of your friends. Read part of her letter below.

I’ve just got an email from your friend, An. She said she’s going to take a course in
London this summer. She asked if she could stay with my family until she could find an
apartment. Can you tell me a bit about her (things like her personality, hobbies, and
interests, and her current work or study if possible)? I want to see if she will fit in with
my family.

Write a letter responding to Jane. You should write at least 120 words. You do not need
to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 21

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You received a letter from your friend, Jane. Read part of her letter below.

I’m planning a surprise birthday party for my brother. Should I organize the party at a
sports center? I also wonder whether to hire a live band or a DJ for live music. What
present should I give him? Can you arrive early and help me in setting up for the event?
Write a letter responding to Jane. You should write at least 120 words. You do not need
to include your name or address.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 22

You have received a letter from your friend, Peter.


I have just gone to the doctor and he said that I was short-sighted. I think it is
because I watched TV and played video games so much. How about you? Do you
like watching TV? What is your favourite TV program? Do you have any other
hobbies?
Write a reply to Peter.

VSTEP WRITING TEST 23

You have received a letter from your friend, Andy.


I’m going to a live concert this weekend. We have already bought the ticket. I’m
curious about the music in your country. Are there a lot of music genres in your
country? Which genre is the most popular? When is the last time you went to a live
concert?
Write a reply to Andy. In your letter you have to
 tell him about the music genres in your country and which is the most popular
 when and where you listen to music
 the last time you went to a live concert

VSTEP WRITING TEST 24

You received a letter from Nam


I am so excited to tell you that that I just had a wonderful sea trip with my family. I
enjoyed many water sports and ate a lot of food. How about your summer holiday?
Could you tell me more about it?
Write a letter to Nam
- React to his trip
- Describe your holiday
- Ask what he is going to do after holiday

VSTEP WRITING TEST 25

John had won the second prize in the art competition in his country. His mother
gave him options between a gift and a trip. He chose a trip and he decided to travel
to your country this summer. John and his mom decided to travel in your country
in 2 weeks in this summer. Write a letter and tell him where he should go, what he
will do, what is the weather like in your country…
VSTEP WRITING TOPICS – TASK 2

TOPIC 1

Nowadays an increasing number of people are leaving their jobs in companies and
corporations to start their own businesses. This trend is quite popular among young
people especially those with a high level of education. Some people believe that
this tendency is increasing more and more rapidly in many parts of Vietnam.
What are the main causes of the tendency?

TOPIC 2

Nowadays, there are an increasing number of high school graduates choosing to


attend university rather than vocational schools teaching skills related to specific
jobs. However, there is a lack of skilled workers such as electricians, builders or
plumbers for labour markets. Therefore, more students should be encouraged to go
to vocational schools.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.

TOPIC 3

Nowadays, more people decide to have children later in their life. This tendency
can be seen frequently especially in many developed countries. New data show that
the number of American women having kids after age 35 is continuing to grow.
There are some reasons leading to this trend and it certainly will have great
impacts on family and society.
What are the reasons of this trend and its impacts on family and society?

TOPIC 4

Rainforests play an important role in the health of our environment. However, with
air pollution increasing as forests decline, the world is facing a potential crisis with
regard to air quality. Individual efforts to improve air quality will not give any
results, and it’s only the responsibility of our government to reduce air pollution.
Write a essay to educated reader to discuss whether you agree or disagree.

TOPIC 5
Some people think that mobile phones should be banned at primary schools.
Do you agree or disagree?

TOPIC 6

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of watching TV, especially in


children?

TOPIC 7

Rainforests are disappearing in tropical areas around the world. They are being cut
down, burned, and damaged through a process called ‘deforestation’. This is a
serious problem in developing countries within tropical regions. The impact of
deforestation also has vast global implications. It is, therefore, very important to
find solutions to these problems.

TOPIC 8

Traffic congestion is a serious problem in major cities. There are many measures to
this problem, one of which is to build sky trains.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of this solution?

TOPIC 9

Children find many ways to entertain themselves like reading books. There are
many benefits from books even when they read picture books. However, others
argue that picture books reduce children’s imagination like televisions.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.

TOPIC 10

The recent time has witnessed a widespead of changing job or career of the youth.
Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

TOPIC 11

Discuss the main causes and suggest solutions to the issue of child obesity.

TOPIC 12
Young people are encouraged to take part in unpaid community services: working
in a charity, developing a neighborhood or teaching sports for younger children.
Discuss both views related to individual teenagers and society. advantages of
both view

TOPIC 13

Some people think that learning only takes place in a particular place and at a
particular period of time. Others argue that learning should be a continuous process
rather than a stage in a person’s life. That is the reason why many people believe
that it is never too late to learn. Do you agree/disagree?

TOPIC 14

Learning Art is important or students should focus on academic subjects like


Maths or Science instead of learning ? Do you agree or disagree?

TOPIC 15

Discuss the factors of international travelling and tourism.

TOPIC 16

Educated and talented experts have been moved from developing countries to rich
countries or developed countries, which clearly affects developing countries.
Write causes and solutions to this problem.

TOPIC 17

With the increased use of computers, the internet, and smartphones, more and more
people start to work from home. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of
working from home?

TOPIC 18

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of homeschooling?

TOPIC 19
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using public transport?

TOPIC 20
Increase the time spent on physical education is a way to improve children’s
overweight. Do you agree or disagree?

TOPIC 21

Suggest some measures to have a better memory?

TOPIC 22

Discuss the benefits of multiple textbooks.

TOPIC 23

Children should help with cooking and housework. Do you agree or disagree?

TOPIC 24

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of biotech food.

TOPIC 25

Although more and more people read news on the internet, newspapers will remain
the most important source of news. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

TOPIC 26

Bus will be the main means of transport in the future. Do you agree/disagree?

TOPIC 27

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of religious tourism

TOPIC 28

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad.

TOPIC 29
Discuss the effects of computers on education.

TOPIC 30
Discuss the causes and solutions to biodiversity loss .

TOPIC 31

Some people believe that the best way to learn English is to study with native
teachers. Do you agree or disagree?

TOPIC 32

Discuss the causes and solutions to electronic waste.

TOPIC 33

Air purification is only costly to the government. Agree/Disagree?

TOPIC 34

Do the advantages of computer games outweigh the disadvantages?

TOPIC 35

Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and natural gas, are the main source for many
countries. However, some nations are using alternative energy such as solar power
and wind power. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? /
Discuss advantages and disadvantages of green energy?

TOPIC 36

Reasons why people change jobs and its effects

TOPIC 37

Children, especially girls, do not need to do housework or cooking anymore. To


what extent do you agree or disagree?

TOPIC 38
Women in the 21st century should focus on their work rather than do housework.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?

TOPIC 39

Cooking at home vs eating out. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

TOPIC 40

Read the following extract from an article.

In India, marriages have traditionally been arranged, usually by the bride's and
groom's parents. Most Indians still believe arranged marriages are more
likely to succeed than love marriages. In one survey of Indian college
students, 76% said they would marry someone with all the right qualities
even if they weren't in love with the person.

Write an essay to discuss which system is better, arranged marriage or


love marriage.

Arranged marriages or love marriages. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

TOPIC 41

Some people think fashion is important. Some others do not care about fashion.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.

TOPIC 42

Which one is more important in making an athlete successful: natural ability and
hard work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

TOPIC 43

Suggest possible effects of the decline in reading and solution to support


reading.
TOPIC 44

Discuss advantages of using buses and solutions to improve bus service.

TOPIC 45

Some people prefer to travel alone, while others enjoy travelling with a group.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.

TOPIC 46

Today, in many countries, children and young people are among the biggest groups of
Internet users and other communication devices. They can enjoy great benefits from the
Internet and modern communication technologies. However, they can be exposed to
many other risks as well. Therefore, online safety programs on how to use the Internet
and modern communication technologies wisely should be included in primary and
secondary school curricula.
Discuss the possible dangers of the Internet and communication technologies and the
benefits of online safety programs for primary and secondary students.

TOPIC 47

Some people may argue that many Vietnamese students study English for years, but not
many of them can use it to communicate well. In order to improve the quality of English
learning and teaching in Vietnam, it is strongly recommended that English should be
taught only by native English teachers.
Do you agree or disagree with this view?

TOPIC 48
With the introduction of the Internet, the lives of human beings have been changed in
many different ways. Nowadays, more and more Internet users have found the meaning
of their lives in a virtual world. Therefore, some people think that the Internet is a great
benefit due to its endless potential.

Discuss whether the advantages of the Internet outweigh the disadvantages.

TOPIC 49

Currently, there is a wide choice of TV programs in many parts of the world. However,
instead of watching educational programs or news, more and more young people prefer to
watch game shows, movies, or comedies to relax. As a result, this has negatively affected
knowledge acquisition among young generations.
Discuss the causes and effects of the above tendency.

TOPIC 50

With the recent development in technology like e-books, some people think that printed
media like books, newspapers, and magazines will soon be a thing of the past. Others
think that those forms of media will never disappear.

Discuss the future of print media. Will print media disappear or not in the future?

TOPIC 51

Overpopulation is a global problem today. It has reached an alarming extent and demands
a quick remedy. Discuss the effects of overpopulation and suggest measures/solutions.

TOPIC 52

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of translation machine

TOPIC 53

In the 21st century, people usually prefer living in a small family or a nuclear family
rather than tending to live with a large family. A small family with two generations is
now growing rapidly.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living with a small family versus a large
family with two generations.

TOPIC 54
Write an essay of 250 words to discuss the following topic.
A good command of English can help people gain a good deal of information from
international resources. Do you agree or disagree with this view?

TOPIC 55

Read the following extract from a book.

The United Nations recently outlined the extent of the problem, saying that 2.7
billion people would face severe water shortage by 2025 if consumption
continues at current rates. Today, an estimated 1.2 billion people drink
unclean water, and about 2.5 billion lack proper toilets or waste disposal systems.
More than 5 million people die each year from diseases related to unclean water.

Write an essay of 250 words to discuss the causes of water shortages and possible
solutions

A serious problem affecting countries right across the globe is the lack of water for
drinking, washing, and other household uses. According to recent research, a significant
portion of the world's population, around 10-20%, is forced to drink unclean water.
Why do many countries face water shortages and what could be done to alleviate the
problem?
TOPIC 56

Air pollutants have had harmful effects on human health and the environment. In big
cities, these pollutants are principally the products of combustion from space heating,
power generation, or motor vehicle traffic. Pollutants from these sources may not only
prove a problem in the immediate vicinity of these sources but can travel long distances.
Write an essay to discuss the effects of air pollution on people and the environment and
suggest possible measures to deal with this problem.

TOPIC 57

Advantages and disadvantages of using social networks

TOPIC 58:

There is an increasing trend around


the world to have a small family
rather than a large family.
What are some of the benefits and
drawback of having small family
rather than a large family?
English is the language that is
TOPIC 59

used widely in the world. It is


obvious that English is a global
language for communication.
Therefore, acquiring good
English can gain a great deal
of
information from international
resources. Write an essay to
discuss your opinion
English is the language that is used
widely in the world. It is obvious
that English is a global
language for communication.
Therefore, acquiring good
English can gain a great deal
of
information from international
resources. Write an essay to
discuss your opinion
TOPIC 59:

Subjects at schools are selected by authorities such as the central


government (not by the teachers). Some people say that these
subjects should be chosen by teachers. Do you agree or disagree with
this statement? Please give your reasons and examples.

English is the language that is used


widely in the world. It is obvious
that English is a global
language for communication.
Therefore, acquiring good
English can gain a great deal
of
information from international
resources. Write an essay to
discuss your opinion
English is the language that is used
widely in the world. It is obvious
that English is a global
language for communication.
Therefore, acquiring good
English can gain a great deal
of
information from international
resources. Write an essay to
discuss your opinion
English is the language that is used
widely in the world. It is obvious
that English is a global
language for communication.
Therefore, acquiring good
English can gain a great deal
of
information from international
resources. Write an essay to
discuss your opinion
English is the language that is used
widely in the world. It is obvious
that English is a global
language for communication.
Therefore, acquiring good
English can gain a great deal
of
information from international
resources. Write an essay to
discuss your opinion
English is the language that is used
widely in the world. It is obvious
that English is a global
language for communication.
Therefore, acquiring good
English can gain a great deal
of
information from international
resources. Write an essay to
discuss your opinion

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