This is an IELTS writing task 2 sample answer essay on the topic of whether or not the current generation should protect the environment for the next generation.
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IELTS Essay: The Next Generation
Some think the current generation should take steps to protect the environment for the next generation.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many environmentalists feel that people today have a responsibility to ensure the Earth is left in good condition for future generations. In my opinion, though this duty is unfair, it is nonetheless a burden that must be taken up.
Those who argue against this sentiment can justly assign blame elsewhere. The main contributors to climate change and the current cataclysmic warnings were the large industrial powers on the 20th century. Automobiles and air travel became common in the last 100 years and are two leading drivers of the fossil fuel consumption many scientists link to global warming. Surging populations and advances in medicine have also contributed greatly to the over-production and mass consumption that defines the 21st century. It is objectively unfair that people today, and primarily the younger generation only now entering the workforce, should have to suffer for the thoughtlessness of wanton industrialisation.
Regardless, it is the responsibility of the present generation to take heed of these potentially dire warnings. People in the past were either intentionally or unintentionally unaware of the repercussions of their actions but individuals today cannot make such excuses. For example, the rapidly deteriorating polar ice caps are directly impacting the natural habitats of animals around the world and some climate scientists believe that an uptick in natural disasters is also related to this and other man-made changes to the ecosystem. Past generations who set the world on this path cannot come back and remedy their mistakes and future generations will resent the current one if steps are not taken towards drastic reforms.
In conclusion, though people today bear little responsibility for climate change, they must commit to reversing its effects. Leaving this problem for the children of the future will put them in a potentially unwinnable situation.
Analysis
1. Many environmentalists feel that people today have a responsibility to ensure the Earth is left in good condition for future generations. 2. In my opinion, though this duty is unfair, it is nonetheless a burden that must be taken up.
Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
Write a clear opinion. Read more about writing a band 7+ introduction here.
1. Those who argue against this sentiment can justly assign blame elsewhere. 2. The main contributors to climate change and the current cataclysmic warnings were the large industrial powers on the 20th century. 3. Automobiles and air travel became common in the last 100 years and are two leading drivers of the fossil fuel consumption many scientists link to global warming. 4. Surging populations and advances in medicine have also contributed greatly to the over-production and mass consumption that defines the 21st century. 5. It is objectively unfair that people today, and primarily the younger generation only now entering the workforce, should have to suffer for the thoughtlessness of wanton industrialisation.
Write a topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
Explain your main idea.
Develop it with specific examples.
Add in more specifics.
Conclude by relating it back to your main idea.
1. Regardless, it is the responsibility of the present generation to take heed of these potentially dire warnings. 2. People in the past were either intentionally or unintentionally unaware of the repercussions of their actions but individuals today cannot make such excuses. 3. For example, the rapidly deteriorating polar ice caps are directly impacting the natural habitats of animals around the world and some climate scientists believe that an uptick in natural disasters is also related to this and other man-made changes to the ecosystem. 4. Past generations who set the world on this path cannot come back and remedy their mistakes and future generations will resent the current one if steps are not taken towards drastic reforms.
Write another topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
Develop your main idea.
Use real examples.
If your sentences are long, it is ok to have just 4 in one paragraph.
1. In conclusion, though people today bear little responsibility for climate change, they must commit to reversing its effects. 2. Leaving this problem for the children of the future will put them in a potentially unwinnable situation.
Repeat your opinion and summarise both your main ideas.
Add a final thought. Read more about conclusions here.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?
Many environmentalists feel that people today have a responsibility to ensure the Earth is left in good condition for future generations. In my opinion, though this duty is unfair, it is nonetheless a burden that must be taken up.
Those who argue against this sentiment can justly assign blame elsewhere. The main contributors to climate change and the current cataclysmic warnings were the large industrial powers on the 20th century. Automobiles and air travel became common in the last 100 years and are two leading drivers of the fossil fuel consumption many scientists link to global warming. Surging populations and advances in medicine have also contributed greatly to the over-production and mass consumption that defines the 21st century. It is objectively unfair that people today, and primarily the younger generation only now entering the workforce, should have to suffer for the thoughtlessness of wanton industrialisation.
Regardless, it is the responsibility of the present generation to take heed of these potentially dire warnings. People in the past were either intentionally or unintentionally unaware of the repercussions of their actions but individuals today cannot make such excuses. For example, the rapidly deteriorating polar ice caps are directly impacting the natural habitats of animals around the world and some climate scientists believe that an uptick in natural disasters is also related to this and other man-made changes to the ecosystem. Past generations who set the world on this path cannot come back and remedy theirmistakes and future generations will resent the current one if steps are not taken towards drastic reforms.
In conclusion, though people today bear little responsibility for climate change, they must commit to reversing its effects. Leaving this problem for the children of the future will put them in a potentially unwinnable situation.
Answers
environmentalists people who care about the environment
responsibility duty
ensure make sure
left in good condition remain in good quality
future generations people who come later
duty responsibility
unfair unjust
nonetheless regardless
burden duty
taken up take responsibility for
argue against object to
sentiment feeling
justly assign blame elsewhere correctly find fault with others
main contributors biggest causes
climate change global warming
current cataclysmic warnings dire predictions about the future
large industrial powers big companies, nations
20th century 1900 – 2000
two leading drivers main forces behind
fossil fuel consumption burning oil
link connections
surging populations increasing number of people
advances in medicine new medical procedures and technology
contributed greatly add a lot to
over-production making too much
mass consumption using too much
defines constitutes
objectively unfair definitely not right
primarily mainly
entering the workforce getting jobs
suffer hurt from
thoughtlessness not thinking about
wanton industrialisation thoughtless expansion of industry
regardless nonetheless
present generation people alive today
take heed consider
potentially dire warnings possible really bad predictions
intentionally meaning to do it
unintentionally unaware not knowing what they were doing
Many e________________________s feel that people today have a r________________y to e__________e the Earth is l_____________________n for f______________________s. In my opinion, though this d________y is u________r, it is n______________s a b__________n that must be t___________p.
Those who a_____________t this s______________t can j_______________________e. The m_____________________s to c__________________e and the c_________________________s were the l________________________s on the 2______________________y. Automobiles and air travel became common in the last 100 years and are t_____________________s of the f________________________n many scientists l______k to global warming. S________________________s and a_____________________e have also c_____________________y to the o______________________n and m_______________________n that d___________s the 21st century. It is o____________________r that people today, and p________________y the younger generation only now e_______________________e, should have to s___________r for the t________________s of w______________________n.
R_______________s, it is the responsibility of the p_________________n to t______________d of these p__________________________s. People in the past were either i___________________y or u____________________e of the r__________________s of their actions but individuals today cannot make such e_____________s. For example, the r_________________________________s are d___________________g the n_____________________s of animals around the world and some climate scientists believe that an u___________k in n______________________s is also related to this and other m______________e changes to the e__________________m. Past generations who s_________________________h cannot come back and r_________________________s and future generations will r_____________t the c_______________e if s__________________________n towards d___________________s.
In conclusion, though people today b_______________________y for climate change, they must c______________t to r_______________________s. L________________________m for the c_______________________e will put them in a p______________________________n.
Listening Practice
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Reading Practice
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This is an IELTS writing task 1 sample answer essay on the topic of oil use in a line chart.
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IELTS Essay Task 1: Oil Use
The line chart details the numbers for oil use in the US, China, the Middle East, and Western Europe and Japan from 2009 to 2030. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that despite the US consuming the most oil throughout, this is projected to fall dramatically. Western Europe and Japan’s numbers will continue to decline to become the lowest by the end of the period while consumption will increase steadily in the Middle East and China.
Looking first of all at the United States, consumption began by hovering at just under 10 million from 2009 to 2015 though a precipitous fall is forecast to just over 4 million by 2030. Western Europe and Japan are also predicted to maintain a negative trend, which started at under 4 million barrels a day in 2009 and will end at just over 2 million.
The patterns are similar for China and the Middle East with both commencing at just under 2 million barrels. The former then rose quickly to slightly below 4 million by the present period and is expected to plateau and decline marginally at the end of the time surveyed. The latter will undertake a steadier rise and both regions will likely intersect at around 3 million barrels by 2030.
Analysis
1. The line chart details the numbers for oil use in the US, China, the Middle East, and Western Europe and Japan from 2009 to 2030. 2. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that despite the US consuming the most oil throughout, this is projected to fall dramatically. 3. Western Europe and Japan’s numbers will continue to decline to become the lowest by the end of the period while consumption will increase steadily in the Middle East and China.
Paraphrase what the graph shows.
Write a general overview covering the full trends.
Make sure everything is included. Read about general overviews here.
1. Looking first of all at the United States, consumption began by hovering at just under 10 million from 2009 to 2015 though a precipitous fall is forecast to just over 4 million by 2030. 2. Western Europe and Japan are also predicted to maintain a negative trend, which started at under 4 million barrels a day in 2009 and will end at just over 2 million.
Begin with one of the areas.
Make sure that you always compare and always include all the data.
1. The patterns are similar for China and the Middle East with both commencing at just under 2 million barrels. 2. The former then rose quickly to slightly below 4 million by the present period and is expected to plateau and decline marginally at the end of the time surveyed. 3. The latter will undertake a steadier rise and both regions will likely intersect at around 3 million barrels by 2030.
Move on to the other areas.
Fully describe the data.
Make sure that mention any overtaking or intersections.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?
The line chart details the numbers for oil use in the US, China, the Middle East, and Western Europe and Japan from 2009 to 2030. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that despite the US consuming the most oil throughout, this is projected to fall dramatically. Western Europe and Japan’s numbers will continue to decline to become the lowest by the end of the period while consumption will increase steadily in the Middle East and China.
Looking first of all at the United States, consumption began by hovering at just under 10 million from 2009 to 2015 though a precipitous fall is forecast to just over 4 million by 2030. Western Europe and Japan are also predicted to maintain a negative trend, which started at under 4 millionbarrels a day in 2009 and will end at just over 2 million.
The patterns are similar for China and the Middle East with both commencing at just under 2 million barrels. The former then rose quickly to slightly below 4 million by the present period and is expected to plateau and decline marginally at the end of the time surveyed. The latter will undertake a steadier rise and both regions will likely intersect at around 3 million barrels by 2030.
Answers
details describes
oil use petrol consumption
looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that in general
consuming using
throughout the whole time
projected expected to
fall dramatically decrease a lot
continue to decline keep decreasing
lowest by the end of the period the least by 2030
consumption use
increase steadily going up at regular intervals
looking first of all at considering first
hovering remaining around
precipitous fall steep decline
forecast look forward
just over a bit above
maintain a negative trend continue to decline
started at began at
millionbarrels a day the amount of oil each day used
end at finished at
patterns trends
commencing beginning at
former mentioned first
rose quickly increased fast
slightly below a little less
by the present period right now
plateau rise and level off
decline marginally decrease a little bit
end of the time surveyed end of the period in question
The line chart d___________s the numbers for o_______e in the US, China, the Middle East, and Western Europe and Japan from 2009 to 2030. L_________________________________________t despite the US c____________g the most oil t______________t, this is p____________d to f_________________y. Western Europe and Japan’s numbers will c__________________e to become the l_____________________________d while c______________n will i_____________________y in the Middle East and China.
L_______________________t the United States, consumption began by h____________g at just under 10 million from 2009 to 2015 though a p________________l is f___________t to j____________r 4 million by 2030. Western Europe and Japan are also predicted to m____________________d, which s___________t under 4 m______________________y in 2009 and will e______t just over 2 million.
The p__________s are similar for China and the Middle East with both c_______________g at just under 2 million barrels. The f___________r then r________________y to s_____________w 4 million b____________________d and is expected to p___________u and d____________________y at the e________________________d. The latter will u____________e a s_____________e and both r_________s will likely i____________t at around 3 million barrels by 2030.
This is an IELTS writing task 2 sample answer essay on the topic of online communications and meetings from the real IELTS exam.
The same topic came up on IELTS about a year ago and then again very recently.
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IELTS Essay: Online Communication
In many workplaces, online communication is now more common than face-to-face meetings.
Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Offices around the world these days are opting to hold meetings online to save both time and money. In my opinion, despite the potential loss of a strong rapport between co-workers, this is a positive considered as a whole.
Critics of these changes often point to its effect on interpersonal relationships in an office. The meeting itself is largely secondary as most information can be communicated just as easily through an online teleconference or an email. True value lies, instead, in the moments before, during and after meetings when colleagues have a chance to socialise or exchange ideas about what they have been working on. This is the reason some companies, famously Apple and Pixar, designed their offices to maximise opportunities for employees to chat with individuals from different departments. The strengthening of social bonds and the sharing of novel perspectives can both boost morale and help drive innovation.
Nonetheless, meeting online is more convenient for employees and saves money for companies. When employees must come in for their work already, many of the benefits listed above are already present and meetings mainly serve as a distraction. Remote workers will also appreciate not having to commute for a short meeting, especially if they have family or other working commitments. Moreover, companies benefit from the time that employees save because it allows them to better allocate their labour towards actual work, thereby increasing efficiency. There are also a range of costs that can be reduced once online communications become standard such as leasing less office space and savings related to office expenses and employee perks.
In conclusion, though communicating online can be detrimental to personal relationships in an office, they offer thoughtful conveniences to employees and help cut costs. Companies ought to shift as much training to online as possible.
Analysis
1. Offices around the world these days are opting to hold meetings online to save both time and money. 2. In my opinion, despite the potential loss of a strong rapport between co-workers, this is a positive considered as a whole.
Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
Write a clear opinion. Read more about IELTS introductions here.
1. Critics of these changes often point to its effect on interpersonal relationships in an office. 2. The meeting itself is largely secondary as most information can be communicated just as easily through an online teleconference or an email. 3. True value lies, instead, in the moments before, during and after meetings when colleagues have a chance to socialise or exchange ideas about what they have been working on. 4. This is the reason some companies, famously Apple and Pixar, designed their offices to maximise opportunities for employees to chat with individuals from different departments. 5. The strengthening of social bonds and the sharing of novel perspectives can both boost morale and help drive innovation.
1. Nonetheless, meeting online is more convenient for employees and saves money for companies. 2. When employees must come in for their work already, many of the benefits listed above are already present and meetings mainly serve as a distraction. 3. Remote workers will also appreciate not having to commute for a short meeting, especially if they have family or other working commitments. 4. Moreover, companies benefit from the time that employees save because it allows them to better allocate their labour towards actual work, thereby increasing efficiency. 5. There are also a range of costs that can be reduced once online communications become standard such as leasing less office space and savings related to office expenses and employee perks.
Write another topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
Explain the main idea.
Develop it.
Switch to a second advantage.
Develop that advantage fully.
1. In conclusion, though communicating online can be detrimental to personal relationships in an office, they offer thoughtful conveniences to employees and help cut costs. 2. Companies ought to shift as much training to online as possible.
Summarise your ideas and repeat your opinion.
Add a final thought. Read more about conclusions here.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?
Offices around the world these days are opting to hold meetings online to save both time and money. In my opinion, despite the potential loss of a strong rapport between co-workers, this is a positive considered as a whole.
Critics of these changes often point to its effect on interpersonal relationships in an office. The meeting itself is largely secondary as most information can be communicated just as easily through an online teleconference or an email. True value lies, instead, in the moments before, during and after meetings when colleagues have a chance to socialise or exchange ideas about what they have been working on. This is the reason some companies, famously Apple and Pixar, designed their offices to maximise opportunities for employees to chat with individuals from different departments. The strengthening of social bonds and the sharing of novel perspectives can both boost morale and help drive innovation.
Nonetheless, meeting online is more convenient for employees and saves money for companies. When employees must come in for their work already, many of the benefits listed above are already present and meetings mainly serve as a distraction. Remote workers will also appreciate not having to commute for a short meeting, especially if they have family or other working commitments. Moreover, companies benefit from the time that employees save because it allows them to better allocate their labour towards actual work, thereby increasing efficiency. There are also a range of costs that can be reduced once online communications become standard such as leasing less office space and savings related to office expenses and employee perks.
In conclusion, though communicating online can be detrimental to personal relationships in an office, they offer thoughtful conveniences to employees and help cut costs. Companies ought to shift as much training to online as possible.
Answers
these days nowadays
opting choosing
hold meetings online have meetings over the internet
despite regardless of
potential loss possible disappearance
strong rapport good relationship
co-workers colleagues
considered as a whole on level
critics detractors
point to argue about
interpersonal relationships relations between people
largely secondary less important
just as easily equally simply
teleconference talk alone
true value lies actual importance comes from
instead actually
colleagues have a chance co-workers get the opportunity
socialise talk in a friendly way
exchange ideas share views
famously well-known
designed made for
maximise opportunities increase the chances
chat with talk to
different departments other parts of the company
strengthening making stronger
social bonds interpersonal relationships
sharing of novel perspectives exchanging new views
boost morale increase happiness
drive innovation make more creative
nonetheless regardless
convenient useful and easy
benefits listed above advantages I wrote about before
already present exist now
mainly serve mostly are
distraction draws away your focus
remote workers people who work from home
appreciate be grateful for
commute travel in to work
commitments obligations
better allocate divert towards more useful areas
towards going in that direction
thereby increasing efficiency as a result increasing productivity
Offices around the world t____________s are o_______g to h____________________e to save both time and money. In my opinion, d________e the p_______________s of a s________________t between c_______________s, this is a positive c_________________e.
C___________s of these changes often p_________o its effect on i_________________________s in an office. The meeting itself is l________________________y as most information can be communicated j________________y through an online t________________e or an email. T______________________s, i_________d, in the moments before, during and after meetings when c_________________________e to s_____________e or e_________________s about what they have been working on. This is the reason some companies, f___________y Apple and Pixar, d___________d their offices to m_________________________s for employees to c_____________h individuals from d__________________________s. The s___________________g of s_________________s and the s____________________s can both b_______________e and help d_________________n.
N________________s, meeting online is more c________________t for employees and saves money for companies. When employees must come in for their work already, many of the b___________________e are a__________________t and meetings m_________________e as a d____________n. R__________________s will also a_______________e not having to c_____________e for a short meeting, especially if they have family or other working c________________s. Moreover, companies benefit from the time that employees save because it allows them to b________________e their labour t____________s actual work, t______________________________y. There are also a r______________s that can be reduced once online communications become s_____________d such as l___________________________e and savings related to o_______________s and e_________________s.
In conclusion, though communicating online can be d_______________o personal relationships in an office, they offer t______________l conveniences to employees and h_______________s. Companies ought to s_______t as much training to online as possible.
This is an IELTS writing task 1 sample answer essay showing the process by which carbonated drinks are made (also called a diagram essay).
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IELTS Essay Task 1: Carbonated Drinks
The diagram details the process by which carbonated drinks are produced. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that this 5 stage man-made process is comprised of the filtering of raw water and addition of carbon dioxide in the early steps, mixing with additional ingredients in the middle, and finally packaging it off to be sold.
At the beginning, raw water is cleaned by passing through a filter before water softener and chemicals are added. The clean water is then pumped into a heater and is eventually sent through a cooling pipe to the pivotal stage where carbon dioxide is introduced to create the carbonated effect.
From there, the carbonated water is mixed with colouring, syrup and flavours and filtered again prior to bottling and canning. The finished drinks are then boxed up and sent to supermarkets for retail.
Analysis
1. The diagram details the process by which carbonated drinks are produced. 2. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that this 5 stage man-made process is comprised of the filtering of raw water and addition of carbon dioxide in the early steps, mixing with additional ingredients in the middle, and finally packaging it off to be sold.
Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
Write a general overview for the process. Read more about general overviews here.
1. At the beginning, raw water is cleaned by passing through a filter before water softener and chemicals are added. 2. The clean water is then pumped into a heater and is eventually sent through a cooling pipe to the pivotal stage where carbon dioxide is introduced to create the carbonated effect.
Begin with the early stages of the process.
Detail all the stages and paraphrase as much vocabulary as possible.
1. From there, the carbonated water is mixed with colouring, syrup and flavours and filtered again prior to bottling and canning. 2. The finished drinks are then boxed up and sent to supermarkets for retail.
Continue descriping the process – do not include any opinion.
Finish with the last stage of the process.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?
The diagram details the process by which carbonated drinks are produced. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that this 5 stage man-made process is comprised of the filtering of raw water and addition of carbon dioxide in the early steps, mixing with additional ingredients in the middle, and finally packaging it off to be sold.
At the beginning, raw water is cleaned by passing through a filter before water softener and chemicals are added. The clean water is then pumped into a heater and is eventually sent through a cooling pipe to the pivotal stage where carbon dioxide is introduced to create the carbonated effect.
From there, the carbonated water is mixed with colouring, syrup and flavours and filtered again prior tobottling and canning. The finished drinks are then boxed up and sent to supermarkets for retail.
Answers
details illustrates
by which through which, this is how, showing
carbonated drinks fizzy drinks like Coca-Cola
looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that in general
The diagram d__________s the process b__________h c___________________s are produced. L_______________________________________________________t this 5 stage m___________e process i____________________f the f_______________________r and addition of carbon dioxide in the early steps, m________g with additional i__________________s in the middle, and finally p________________________f to be sold.
At the beginning, raw water is cleaned by p___________________h a filter before water softener and chemicals are added. The clean water is then p_______________d into a h______________r and is e_______________y sent through a c______________e to the p______________e where c_________________e is i______________d to create the c________________t.
From there, the carbonated water is mixed with c____________g, s_________p and f________________s and filtered again p_________________g and c____________g. The f__________________s are then b__________p and sent to supermarkets for r________l.
This is an IELTS writing task 2 sample answer essay on the topic of traditional and fast food from the real IELTS exam.
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IELTS Essay: Traditional Foods and Fast Food
In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by fast food. This has a negative impact on families, individuals and society.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The rise of fast food globally is often thought to have an injurious impact on families, individuals, and society at large. In my opinion, fast food is a negative overall despite some tangible benefits.
The advantages of fast food vary according to the segment of society in question. Individuals get enjoyment out of fast food, the clearest evidence of which is its popularity. Fast food is also relatively cheap and, as its name suggests, saves time. For families, the advantages are similar. In many working-class families, parents spend at a lot time and energy at their jobs and do not have the luxury of preparing a nutritious, time-consuming meal for their children. Fast food is therefore a necessary, viable alternative. Finally, society benefits in a general sense because of the employment opportunities. Fast food restaurants employ thousands of, admittedly, lowly paid workers and is a safe transitional job for students and struggling individuals.
Regardless, the negative impact of fast food is greater. Though people enjoy the taste and convenience of fast food, they are doing irreparable harm to both their short and long-term health. Research has shown that the high fat and sugar content in fast food not only affects daily energy levels but also contributes to conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. These same health risks extend to families, with the added caveat that children are forming potentially life-long bad habits. Society also suffers from the growth of the fast food industry as local businesses lose revenue to these international conglomerates that enrich primarily the already wealthy or foreign nationals.
In conclusion, despite the benefits related to convenience and economics that fast food brings, the health drawbacks should serve as strong deterrents for countries looking to encourage these industries.
Analysis
1. The rise of fast food globally is often thought to have an injurious impact on families, individuals, and society at large. 2. In my opinion, fast food is a negative overall despite some tangible benefits.
Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
Write a clear opinion and include some hints at your main ideas. Read more about conclusions here.
1. The advantages of fast food vary according to the segment of society in question. 2. Individuals get enjoyment out of fast food, the clearest evidence of which is its popularity. 3. Fast food is also relatively cheap and, as its name suggests, saves time. 4. For families, the advantages are similar. 5. In many working-class families, parents spend at a lot time and energy at their jobs and do not have the luxury of preparing a nutritious, time-consuming meal for their children. 6. Fast food is therefore a necessary, viable alternative. 7. Finally, society benefits in a general sense because of the employment opportunities. 8. Fast food restaurants employ thousands of, admittedly, lowly paid workers and is a safe transitional job for students and struggling individuals.
Develop it fully.This paragraph is a little too long.
1. Regardless, the negative impact of fast food is greater. 2. Though people enjoy the taste and convenience of fast food, they are doing irreparable harm to both their short and long-term health. 3. Research has shown that the high fat and sugar content in fast food not only affects daily energy levels but also contributes to conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. 4. These same health risks extend to families, with the added caveat that children are forming potentially life-long bad habits. 5. Society also suffers from the growth of the fast food industry as local businesses lose revenue to these international conglomerates that enrich primarily the already wealthy or foreign nationals.
Write another topic sentence with a new main idea at the end.
Explain that main idea.
Use research to support your ideas.
Make sure that you cover all areas.
This paragraph should have stronger reasons since it is the side you agree with.
1. In conclusion, despite the benefits related to convenience and economics that fast food brings, the health drawbacks should serve as strong deterrents for countries looking to encourage these industries.
Repeat your opinion, summarise your main ideas and add a final thought. Read more about conclusions here.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?
The rise of fast food globally is often thought to have an injurious impact on families, individuals, and society at large. In my opinion, fast food is a negative overall despite some tangible benefits.
The advantages of fast food vary according to the segment of society in question. Individuals get enjoyment out of fast food, the clearest evidence of which is its popularity. Fast food is also relatively cheap and, as its name suggests, saves time. For families, the advantages are similar. In many working-class families, parents spend at a lot time and energy at their jobs and do not have the luxury of preparing a nutritious, time-consuming meal for their children. Fast food is therefore a necessary, viable alternative. Finally, society benefits in a general sense because of the employment opportunities. Fast food restaurants employ thousands of, admittedly, lowly paid workers and is a safe transitional job for students and struggling individuals.
Regardless, the negative impact of fast food is greater. Though people enjoy the taste and convenience of fast food, they are doing irreparable harm to both their short and long-term health. Research has shown that the high fat and sugar content in fast food not only affects daily energy levels but also contributes to conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. These same health risks extend to families, with the added caveat that children are forming potentially life-long bad habits. Society also suffers from the growth of the fast food industry as local businesses lose revenue to these international conglomerates that enrich primarily the already wealthy or foreign nationals.
In conclusion, despite the benefits related to convenience and economics that fast food brings, the health drawbacks should serve as strong deterrents for countries looking to encourage these industries.
Answers
rise increase
globally around the world
injurious impact negative effect
society at large all people
negative overall bad in general
tangible benefits concrete advantages
vary different
segment part
in question being discussed
clearest evidence of which best instance includes
relatively somewhat
as its name suggests can be figured out from the name
saves time doesn’t waste time
working-class families normal, working families
luxury privilege
preparing making
nutritious good for your health
time-consuming takes a lot of time
necessary needed
viable alternative good second option
in a general sense overall
employment opportunities job chances
admittedly it must be said
lowly paid workers don’t make a lot of money
safe transitional job not risky in-between work
struggling individuals people who need help
regardless nonetheless
irreparable harm can’t be fixed injury
short and long-term health in the near and far future
content what’s inside it
affects daily energy levels impacts how much energy you have
contributes to adds to
conditions such as diseases including
diabetes disease from eating too much sugar
health risks extend to health problems include
added caveat extra warning
forming potentially life-long bad habits possibly last forever habits
suffers hurt from
growth of the fast food industry more powerful fast food companies
local businesses lose revenue neighborhood shops lose money
international conglomerates big companies
enrich primarily mostly get money from
foreign nationals people from other countries
related to similar to
should serve as ought to be
deterrents dissuades people
encourage these industries support those companies
The r____e of fast food g________y is often thought to have an i_____________t on families, individuals, and s______________e. In my opinion, fast food is a n________________l despite some t_________________s.
The advantages of fast food v_____y according to the s__________t of society i_______________n. Individuals get enjoyment out of fast food, the c___________________h is its popularity. Fast food is also r___________y cheap and, a_____________________s, s_________e. For families, the advantages are similar. In many w____________________s, parents spend at a lot time and energy at their jobs and do not have the l________y of p___________g a n____________s, t_______________g meal for their children. Fast food is therefore a n___________y, v__________________e. Finally, society benefits i____________________e because of the e________________________s. Fast food restaurants employ thousands of, a_____________y, l__________________s and is a s____________________b for students and s________________________s.
R______________s, the negative impact of fast food is greater. Though people enjoy the taste and convenience of fast food, they are doing i____________________m to both their s_________________________h. Research has shown that the high fat and sugar c____________t in fast food not only a____________________s but also c__________________________s heart disease and d_____________s. These same h____________________o families, with the a______________________t that children are f_____________________________________s. Society also s________s from the g________________________________y as l________________________________e to these i____________________________s that e_____________________y the already wealthy or f_____________________s.
In conclusion, despite the benefits r______________o convenience and economics that fast food brings, the health drawbacks s__________________s strong d________________s for countries looking to e________________________s.
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