Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries today, people are having their first child when they are older. What are the reasons for this? Do advantages of this development outweigh disadvantages?

In many countries, governments have spent a large amount of money on improving internet access. Why is it happening and do you think it is the most appropriate use of government money?

Many people say the gap between rich and poor people is wider, as rich people become richer and poor people grow poorer. What problems could this situation cause and what measures can be done to address those problems?

Not so many people use a bicycle although it has many benefits. Why is this the case? How to encourage people to use bicycles as a main transport?

The diagram below shows how a central heating system in a house works.

You bought a computer a week ago but when you got home you discovered it did not work properly. You called customer service to report the problems but you have not yet received any help. Write a letter to the company in your letter: • Introduce yourself • Explain the problem • State what action you would like from the company

The diagram below gives information about the Hawaiian island chain in the centre of the Pacific Ocean.

You and your family are moving to another country, and you are looking for rented accommodation there. Write a letter to a property agent. In your letter, - Introduce yourself and your family - Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find - Give your preference for the location of the accommodation.