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Writing TESTS: Recent research has shown that within the European Union the largest difference between the earnings of men and women exists in the UK. Many equal rights campaigners believe that immediate action should be taken to close the gender pay gap. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view? Question; Adult smokers You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The following table shows the percentage of adult smokers between 1978 and 2004 according to age. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information. Write at least 150 words. Question:: Alcohol consumption You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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Writing TESTS:

Recent research has shown that within the European Union the largest difference between the earnings of men and women exists in the UK. Many equal rights campaigners believe that immediate action should be taken to close the gender pay gap.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

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Adult smokers

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The following table shows the percentage of adult smokers between 1978 and 2004 according to age.

Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information.

Write at least 150 words.

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Alcohol consumption

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below.

Write at least 150 words.

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Children’s expenditure

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The table below shows how much children (aged 7-15) spend per week on various items.

Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information.

Write at least 150 words.

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Cinema attendance

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The following graph shows the number of people (by age) attending the cinema more than once a month.

Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below.

Write at least 150 words.

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Consumer satisfaction

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The graph below shows levels of consumer satisfaction among consumers using different shopping methods, based on a survey of 500 consumers.

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

Write at least 150 words.

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Shopping Methods: Effects On Consumer Satisfaction (Base: 500 consumers)

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Exam results

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The following table shows the GSCE results for Lowther School at the end of Year 11 in 2005.

Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information in the graph.

Write at least 150 words.

*There were 42 pupils in the year group. (figures in brackets are for the previous year)

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Job reference

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference letter for a job and explain:

Why you have chosen him/her to write a reference letter

What job you are applying for

Why you think you are suitable for the job

You should write at least 150 words.

Outdoor event

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are preparing an outdoors event. Write a letter to your friend to ask for help with the arrangements. In your letter include:

What the event is

Why the event will happen

How your friend can help you

You should write at least 150 words.

Studying abroad

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Write a letter to your university expressing your interest to study in a different country. Your letter should include:

Why you want to study in a different country

What type of course you would like to do

Why you should be chosen to study abroad

You should write at least 150 words.

Tourist attraction

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You recently visited a tourist attraction and you were very pleased by the help given to you by the staff.

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Write a letter to the head of staff at the tourist attraction. In your letter:

give details of the circumstances of your visit

describe the help given to you by the staff

say what you want the head of staff to do

You should write at least 150 words.

Crime

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.

Very few people who commit crime want to. They do it because they feel they have no choice. This is the reality of the situation, and it means that police and prisons are not relevant to reducing crime.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.

Write at least 250 words.

Energy sources

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.

As the world’s supply of oil and natural gas continue to diminish, governments are constantly seeking alternatives to traditional energy sources, such as nuclear power.

Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

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

Write at least 250 words.

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Global Poverty

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Present a written argument of a case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic:

Individuals cannot alleviate the poverty that exists in the world; it is the responsibility of governments.

Do you agree or disagree?

Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your argument with examples and relevant evidence.

Write at least 250 words.

Free Health

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.

Some countries have free health services. However, some people feel that those who live unhealthy lives - smoking, not exercising, being stressed, etc - should not receive free health services.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.

Write at least 250 words.

Nuclear technology

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.

World peace is maintained through the threat of nuclear weapons. Nuclear power provides cheap and clean energy. 

Do the benefits of nuclear technology outweigh the disadvantages? To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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

Write at least 250 words.

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Music Industry

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.

Many people in the music business feel that illegal music sites on the internet are a serious threat to the industry and more should be done to prevent them from operating.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

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

Write at least 250 words.

Marriage

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.

Some people believe that the definition of marriage is a union of man and woman and that same-sex marriages should therefore be banned. However, others feel that same-sex couples should be able to enjoy the same marital rights as heterosexual couples.

Discuss both these attitudes and give your opinion.

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

Write at least 250 words.

University

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.

These days, more people are going to university than in the past. They start work later in life and with higher qualifications.

Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.

Write at least 250 words