QUESTIONS 1–5: Write a sentence based on a picture
DIRECTIONS: In this part of the test, you will write ONE sentence that is based on a picture. With each picture, you will be given TWO words or phrases that you must use in your sentence. You can change the forms of the words and you can use the words in any order.
Tablets and e-readers are becoming more and more popular these days, but some people say that they will always prefer reading on paper. Which do you prefer and why?
Growing up, I always wanted to be either an astronaut or Peter Pan. What did you always want to be? What do you do now? How close are you to your dream?
Imagine that you are going to study abroad and will be staying with a family for 3 weeks. You have never met each other. Write an email introducing yourself to them.
Think about your favourite sport. What aspect of that sport do you most like? What is the thing about that sport that makes it different from all the others?
QUESTIONS 1–5: Write a sentence based on a picture
DIRECTIONS: In this part of the test, you will write ONE sentence that is based on a picture. With each picture, you will be given TWO words or phrases that you must use in your sentence. You can change the forms of the words and you can use the words in any order.
The best way to teach is to praise positive actions and ignore negative ones.
Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the recommendation and explain your reasoning for the position you take. In developing and supporting your position, describe specific circumstances in which adopting the recommendation would or would not be advantageous and explain how these examples shape your position.
Some people say that the internet and TV will make books obsolete in the future. Do you agree? If it comes true, will it be a good or a bad thing? Explain your reasoning.
Below is a pie chart showing the global percentage of English dialects in 1997. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have set up a meeting with your project team. Write an email reminding them of the meeting. Include the day, time, place and reason for the meeting.
Some large companies are making the switch to English as the official in-house language. What do you think about it? What are the pitfalls of such a move? What is to be gained? Would you like for your company to have such a policy?