Some people think that computer games are bad for children, while others believe that they are useful.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of computer games for children and give your own opinion.
Letter Sample #136 – A friend is coming to visit your city
A friend is coming to visit your city. You have informed him/her that you would meet him/her at the airport. But something has come up and you cannot make it to the airport on time.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter,
– say what emergency has come up
– explain the situation
– and offer to make an alternative arrangement
Write at least 150 words.
Letter Sample #135 – You are thinking of applying to a postgraduate course
You are thinking of applying to a postgraduate course at an overseas college or university.
Write a letter to the admission officer. In your letter,
– introduce yourself
– say why you are writing
– request information about entry requirements, tuition fees and the availability of accommodation
Write at least 150 words.
Letter Sample #134 – Raise funds and help homeless people
You are a member of a club in your locality. You believe that your club can raise some funds and help homeless people.
Write a letter to the secretary of the club. In your letter,
– say why you are writing
– explain how your club can raise money to help people
– mention why your club should do that
Write at least 150 words.
Letter Sample #133 – You ordered a new chequebook from your bank
You ordered a new chequebook from your bank two weeks ago, but you have received nothing.
Write a letter to the manager complaining about the bad service. In your letter,
– say when and how you ordered the chequebook
– ask how much longer you will have to wait
– and ask the manager what action he/she will take about it
Write at least 150 words.
Cue Card # 163: A restaurant where you like to eat
Describe a restaurant where you like to eat.
You should say:
– where it is
– what type of food it serves
– whether it offers a good service
and explain why you like to eat at that restaurant.
Letter Sample #132 – A customer has written a complaint letter to you
You work as a manager at a large shop in a city. Recently a customer has written a complaint letter to you.
Reply to this complaint letter. In your letter,
– acknowledge receipt of the letter
– express regret about it
– mention what actions you are going to take
Write at least 150 words.
Letter Sample #131 – Letter to English-speaking friend to explain why you changed job
You have a friend from an English-speaking country. You have recently changed your job and would like to inform your friend about it.
Write a letter to this English-speaking friend. In your letter,
– explain why you changed your job
– describe your new job
– tell him/her your other news
Write at least 150 words.
Letter Sample #130 – Your residential area needs better security
You live in a residential area where you believe the security is not as high as it should have been. And due to this, lately, some minor incidents took place. You think your residential area needs better security.
Write a letter to the president of the welfare committee of your residential area. In your letter,
– say why you are writing
– mention why you believe the current security is not adequate
– explain what action you want him/her to take
Write at least 150 words.
Letter Sample #129 – Welcome a new member to the club or society
You are a member of a club or society for the past few years. A new member has recently joined, and you would like to welcome him/her to the club or society.
Write a letter to this new member. In your letter,
– welcome the member
– give a brief overview of the activities of the club or society
– mention what to expect from him/her as a member
Write at least 150 words.