Companies and labour unions in France have agreed to limit business emails after 6pm to help improve their work-life balance and well-being. Do you think this is a good idea? Is it even possible in your job?
Why do you think people commit crime? What makes a person commit a crime? How many different reasons can you think of? What should be done to reduce crime?
Is it better to graduate as fast as possible and get out into the workforce, or should you take your time with your studies and put graduation out of your mind? Imagine you are advising your child. What would you tell them?
Imagine you have just attended a lecture at your university, given by an expert in your field of study. Write an email to the speaker expressing your appreciation for the lecture and requesting further contact. You would like to talk more with the speaker about their topic to help you with your own studies.
You were asked the question above by a FOREIGN FRIEND.
Write TWO of your thoughts and reasons for your answer to the question in English.
Write approximately 25–35 words.
Use the phrase "am (am not) interested in" in your answer. [You can use the phrase positively or negatively, and change the tense of the verb, if needed.]
Some people think that children should begin their formal education at a very early age and should spend their time on school studies. Others believe that children should spend most of their time playing. Which view do you agree with? Why?
Do you think people are naturally selfish or altruistic? Why? Use evidence to support your position. Don't forget to think about the counterargument. Make sure you refute it.
Some people are against the idea of changing one's image with artificial means like surgery. Others think improving your appearance for your own benefit is okay. What do you think about this? Write a paragraph explaining your opinion and give reasons to support your answer.
Who do you feel closest to in your family? Talk about your relationship and the things you do together. Why do you think you get along best with him/her?
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.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is more important to keep your old friends than it is to make new friends. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.