The given map details Porth Harbor in the past and alterations made in the present day. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the harbor has become more accessible through additional docking options, and transitioned generally from being used for commercial fishing and some private boating to a mostly recreational waterfront area.
In the past, there was a single dock in the norther section of the harbor, just below a public beach stretching further northwards. At present, the beach remains the same but another dock serving passenger ferries has been added. Slightly south and west of the docks, there was previously a marina for private yachts, showers and toilets and a car park connected to the main road running north to south. The only change today is the marina has now been relocated to the immediate south.
In the southwestern section of the harbor, the marina (which replaced an open harbor for fishing boats) is adjacent to new showers and toilets and a pre-existing second car park linked to the main road. On the eastern peninsula, the existing lifeboat and private beach are now accompanied by cafes and shops and a smaller road leading to a new hotel to the furthest eastern point.
Analysis
1. The given map details Porth Harbor in the past and alterations made in the present day. 2. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the harbor has become more accessible through additional docking options, and transitioned generally from being used for commercial fishing and some private boating to a mostly recreational waterfront area.
Paraphrase what the map shows.
Write a clear overview summarising the changes.
1. In the current town, there is a central roundabout surrounded by factories and a road running from west to east out of Norbiton. 2. In the future, the roundabout will remain but the factories around it will become shops, new housing will line a northwestern road, and there will be a new hospital built to the southeast. 3. The original road going to the east will also now have housing on either side along with a large playground to the north and a school at the easternmost border of the town.
Begin writing about the first part of the map.
Make sure you compare as much as possible.
Don’t leave anything out!
1. In the southwestern section of the harbor, the marina (which replaced an open harbor for fishing boats) is adjacent to new showers and toilets and a pre-existing second car park linked to the main road. 2. On the eastern peninsula, the existing lifeboat and private beach are now accompanied by cafes and shops and a smaller road leading to a new hotel to the furthest eastern point.
Write about the final, other parts of the map – include everything!
Mention anything that has not changed on the map too.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?Make some notes on paper to aid memory and then check below.
The given map details Porth Harbor in the past and alterations made in the present day. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the harbor has become more accessible through additional docking options, and transitioned generally from being used for commercial fishing and some private boating to a mostly recreational waterfront area.
In the past, there was a single dock in the norther section of the harbor, just below a public beachstretching further northwards. At present, the beach remains the same but another dock serving passenger ferries has been added. Slightly south and west of the docks, there was previously a marina for private yachts, showers and toilets and a car park connected to the main roadrunning north to south. The only change today is the marina has now been relocated to the immediate south.
In the southwestern section of the harbor, the marina (which replaced an open harbor for fishing boats) is adjacent to new showers and toilets and a pre-existing second car park linked to the main road. On the eastern peninsula, the existing lifeboat and private beach are now accompanied by cafes and shops and a smaller road leading to a new hotel to the furthest eastern point.
Answers
For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:
Given map – Provided diagram In the past – Previously Alterations made in the present day – Modifications implemented presently Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that – Taking a holistic view, it is clearly evident that Accessible – Reachable Additional docking options – Supplementary berthing choices Transitioned generally – Generally shifted Commercial fishing – Industrial fishing Private boating – Non-commercial boating Mostly recreational waterfront area – Predominantly leisure waterfront region In the past – Formerly Northern section of – Upper part of Just below – Immediately beneath Public beach – Open beach Stretching further northwards – Extending towards the north At present – Currently Remains the same – Stays unchanged Serving passenger ferries – Catering to passenger ferries Slightly south and west of – Marginally south and west of Connected to the main road – Linked to the primary route Running north to south – Extending from north to south Relocated to the immediate south – Moved to the direct south In the southwestern section of the harbor – In the southwest part of the harbor Marina – Boat dock Open harbor – Unobstructed harbor Fishing boats – Angling vessels Adjacent – Next to Pre-existing – Existing beforehand Linked to the main road – Connected to the primary pathway On the eastern peninsula – On the eastern headland The existing lifeboat and private beach – The current life-saving boat and exclusive beach Accompanied – Alongside Smaller road – Narrower street To the furthest eastern point – To the farthest east point
ˈlʊkɪŋ frɒm ən ˌəʊvəˈrɔːl pəˈspɛktɪv, ɪt ɪz ˈrɛdɪli əˈpærᵊnt ðæt
əkˈsɛsəbᵊl
əˈdɪʃᵊnᵊl ˈdɒkɪŋ ˈɒpʃᵊnz
trænˈzɪʃᵊnd ˈʤɛnᵊrᵊli
kəˈmɜːʃᵊl ˈfɪʃɪŋ
ˈpraɪvət ˈbəʊtɪŋ
ˈməʊstli ˌrɛkriˈeɪʃᵊnᵊl ˈwɔːtəfrʌnt ˈeəriə
ɪn ðə pɑːst
ˈnɔːðə ˈsɛkʃᵊn ɒv
ʤʌst bɪˈləʊ
ˈpʌblɪk biːʧ
ˈstrɛʧɪŋ ˈfɜːðə ˈnɔːθwədz
æt ˈprɛzᵊnt
rɪˈmeɪnz ðə seɪm
ˈsɜːvɪŋ ˈpæsɪnʤə ˈfɛriz
ˈslaɪtli saʊθ ænd wɛst ɒv
kəˈnɛktɪd tuː ðə meɪn rəʊd
ˈrʌnɪŋ nɔːθ tuː saʊθ
ˌriːləʊˈkeɪtɪd tuː ði ɪˈmiːdiət saʊθ
ɪn ðə ˌsaʊθˈwɛstᵊn ˈsɛkʃᵊn ɒv ðə ˈhɑːbə
məˈriːnə
ˈəʊpᵊn ˈhɑːbə
ˈfɪʃɪŋ bəʊts
əˈʤeɪsᵊnt
ˌpriːɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ
lɪŋkt tuː ðə meɪn rəʊd
ɒn ði ˈiːstᵊn pəˈnɪnsjələ
ði ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ ˈlaɪfbəʊt ænd ˈpraɪvət biːʧ
əˈkʌmpəniɪd
ˈsmɔːlə rəʊd
tuː ðə ˈfɜːðɪst ˈiːstᵊn pɔɪnt
Vocabulary Practice
I recommend getting a pencil and piece of paper because that aids memory. Then write down the missing vocabulary from my sample answer in your notebook:
The g_________p details Porth Harbor i____________t and a_______________________________y. L____________________________________________________t the harbor has become more a_________e through a_______________________s, and t___________________y from being used for c_______________g and some p___________g to a m________________________________a.
I___________t, there was a single dock in the n_____________f the harbor, j_________w a p_________hs_____________________s. A_______________t, the beach r___________e but another dock s_____________s has been added. S____________________f the docks, there was previously a marina for private yachts, showers and toilets and a car park c______________________dr_______________________h. The only change today is the marina has now been r_________________h.
I____________________________________r, the m________a (which replaced an o_________r for f___________s) is a________t to new showers and toilets and a p___________g second car park l________________d. O__________________a, t__________________________________h are now a____________d by cafes and shops and a s___________d leading to a new hotel t________________________t.
Listening Practice
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The line chart details participants according to activity at a social center in the Australian city of Melbourne from 2000 to 2020. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that participants for all activities increased to varying degrees except in terms of martial arts and amateur drama. Film club was by far the most popular activity throughout, though table tennis demonstrated the strongest growth.
In 2000, 64 individuals participated in film club, a figure that dipped to 60 in 2010 and then more than recovered to finish the period at 65. The trend for martial arts was similarly stable with a beginning data point of 38, a high of 39 in 2010, and a final figure of 37.
The remaining activities started the period lower with 27 participants for amateur drama, 18 for table tennis, and 0 for musical performances (unavailable at the time). Over the next 10 years, amateur dramatics commenced a decline that would end at just 5 by 2020, while table tennis underwent the inverse transformation, peaking at 52 by the same year. Musical performances were only an option starting in 2005, with participants growing and levelling off to just under 20 by the end of the period.
Analysis
1. The line chart details participants according to activity at a social center in the Australian city of Melbourne from 2000 to 2020. 2. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that participants for all activities increased to varying degrees except in terms of martial arts and amateur drama. 3. Film club was by far the most popular activity throughout, though table tennis demonstrated the strongest growth.
Paraphrase what the chart shows.
Write a clear overview summarising the differences and the overall trend.
This one is a little complex so it needs a second sentence for the overview.
1. In 2000, 64 individuals participated in film club, a figure that dipped to 60 in 2010 and then more than recovered to finish the period at 65. 2. The trend for martial arts was similarly stable with a beginning data point of 38, a high of 39 in 2010, and a final figure of 37.
Begin writing about the data for the first categories.
Compare between each sentence.
1. The remaining activities started the period lower with 27 participants for amateur drama, 18 for table tennis, and 0 for musical performances (unavailable at the time). 2. Over the next 10 years, amateur dramatics commenced a decline that would end at just 5 by 2020, while table tennis underwent the inverse transformation, peaking at 52 by the same year. 3. Musical performances were only an option starting in 2005, with participants growing and levelling off to just under 20 by the end of the period.
Write about the final other parts of the graph – include everything!
Include all the data.
Make sure you keep comparing between all sentences.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?Make some notes on paper to aid memory and then check below.
The line chart details participants according to activity at a social center in the Australian city of Melbourne from 2000 to 2020. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that participants for all activities increased to varying degrees except in terms of martial arts and amateur drama. Film club was by far the most popular activity throughout, though table tennis demonstrated the strongest growth.
In 2000, 64 individuals participated in film club, a figure that dipped to 60 in 2010 and then more than recovered to finish the period at 65. The trend for martial arts was similarly stable with a beginning data point of 38, a high of 39 in 2010, and a final figure of 37.
The remaining activities started the period lower with 27 participants for amateur drama, 18 for table tennis, and 0 for musical performances (unavailable at the time). Over the next 10 years, amateur dramatics commenced a decline that would end at just 5 by 2020, while table tennis underwent the inverse transformation, peaking at 52 by the same year. Musical performances were only an option starting in 2005, with participants growing and levelling off to just under 20 by the end of the period.
Answers
For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:
synonyms for each line:
details – particulars
participants – attendees
according to activity at – based on engagement in
social center in the Australian city of Melbourne from 2000 to 2020 – community hub in the city of Melbourne over the span of two decades
Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that participants for all activities – Taking a holistic view, it is evident that individuals engaging in all activities
to varying degrees – to different extents
except in terms of – excluding with regards to
martial arts – combat sports
amateur drama – non-professional theater
Film club – Movie group
by far – significantly
most popular activity throughout – predominant activity across
though table – however, board games
demonstrated the strongest growth – exhibited the most notable increase
figure – number
dipped to – decreased to
more than recovered – surpassed the previous level
finish the period at – conclude the timeframe with
trend – pattern
similarly stable – comparably steady
data point – data entry
final figure – ultimate number
remaining – leftover
musical performances – live music shows
unavailable – not accessible
Over the next 10 years – During the subsequent decade
commenced – started
end – culmination
underwent – experienced
inverse transformation – opposite change
peaking at – reaching its highest point at
by the same year – within that same year
only an option starting in – solely available from
levelling off – stabilizing
by the end of the period – at the conclusion of the timeframe
I recommend getting a pencil and piece of paper because that aids memory. Then write down the missing vocabulary from my sample answer in your notebook:
The line chart d________s p___________s a________________y at a s_______________r in the Australian city of Melbourne from 2000 to 2020. L_______________________________________________t participants for all activities increased t_________________s e_________________________f m_________s and a_____________a. F________b was b_____r the m________________________________t, t________h table tennis d________________________________________h.
In 2000, 64 individuals participated in film club, a f_______e that d__________o 60 in 2010 and then m__________________d to f______________________________t 65. The t______d for martial arts was s_____________e with a beginning d_________t of 38, a high of 39 in 2010, and a f________e of 37.
The r__________g activities started the period lower with 27 participants for amateur drama, 18 for table tennis, and 0 for m_____________________s (u____________e at the time). O______________s, amateur dramatics c____________d a decline that would e___d at just 5 by 2020, while table tennis u_____________t the i______________________n, p_____________t 52 b____________r. Musical performances were o_____________________n 2005, with participants growing and l____________f to just under 20 b_______________________d.
Listening Practice
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In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world.
Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In recent years, food imported from various parts of the world in supermarkets has become prevalent. While some view this trend as positive, I would argue that the repercussions for local producers are a negative overall.
One compelling argument in favor of the availability of globally sourced food in supermarkets is the increased variety it offers consumers. In the distant past, shoppers were limited to consuming locally grown produce, which could result in a monotonous diet lacking diversity. Nowadays, however, supermarkets provide an extensive range of fruits, vegetables, spices, and other food products from different corners of the globe. This enables consumers to explore new flavors and experience diverse culinary traditions, enriching their gastronomic experiences. For instance, in most supermarkets, one can find exotic fruits such as dragon fruit from Vietnam, mangoes from India, and avocados from Mexico. By having access to such diverse options, consumers can broaden their palate and enjoy a more varied and exciting diet.
On the other hand, the easy availability of food produced globally is detrimental for local farmers. When consumers prefer imported goods over locally grown products, it can lead to a decline in demand for local agricultural produce. Local farmers may then face financial difficulties and struggle to sustain their livelihoods. For example, in a study conducted in the United Kingdom, it was found that the demand for imported strawberries during winter had a negative impact on local strawberry farmers. Due to the availability of strawberries from warmer climates, consumers were less inclined to purchase locally grown strawberries, leading to a decline in sales for local producers. This situation not only affected the farmers’ income but also disrupted the local economy in a variety of subtle ways.
In conclusion, although the availability of food produced worldwide in supermarkets offers consumers a wider variety of food choices and experiences, the challenges to local farmers are more significant. Policymakers should promote local farming operations rather than encouraging the imported food industry.
Analysis
1. In recent years, food imported from various parts of the world in supermarkets has become prevalent. 2. While some view this trend as positive, I would argue that the repercussions for local producers are a negative overall.
Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
Write a clear opinion. Read more about introductions here.
1. One compelling argument in favor of the availability of globally sourced food in supermarkets is the increased variety it offers consumers. 2. In the distant past, shoppers were limited to consuming locally grown produce, which could result in a monotonous diet lacking diversity. 3. Nowadays, however, supermarkets provide an extensive range of fruits, vegetables, spices, and other food products from different corners of the globe. 4. This enables consumers to explore new flavors and experience diverse culinary traditions, enriching their gastronomic experiences. 5. For instance, in most supermarkets, one can find exotic fruits such as dragon fruit from Vietnam, mangoes from India, and avocados from Mexico. 6. By having access to such diverse options, consumers can broaden their palate and enjoy a more varied and exciting diet.
Write a topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
Explain your main idea.
Develop it with specific or hypothetical examples.
Keep developing it fully.
Better to have more detail.
Finish the paragraph strong.
1. On the other hand, the easy availability of food produced globally is detrimental for local farmers. 2. When consumers prefer imported goods over locally grown products, it can lead to a decline in demand for local agricultural produce. 3. Local farmers may then face financial difficulties and struggle to sustain their livelihoods. 4. For example, in a study conducted in the United Kingdom, it was found that the demand for imported strawberries during winter had a negative impact on local strawberry farmers. 5. Due to the availability of strawberries from warmer climates, consumers were less inclined to purchase locally grown strawberries, leading to a decline in sales for local producers. 6. This situation not only affected the farmers’ income but also disrupted the local economy in a variety of subtle ways.
Write a new topic sentence with a new main idea at the end.
Explain your new main idea.
Include specific details and examples.
Add as much information as you can and make sure it links logically.
Vary long and short sentences.
This essay is a bit long – aim for about 275 words.
1. In conclusion, although the availability of food produced worldwide in supermarkets offers consumers a wider variety of food choices and experiences, the challenges to local farmers are more significant. 2. Policymakers should promote local farming operations rather than encouraging the imported food industry.
Summarise your main ideas.
Include a final thought. Read more about conclusions here.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?Make some notes on paper to aid memory and then check below.
In recent years, food imported from various parts of the world in supermarkets has become prevalent. While some view this trend as positive, I would argue that the repercussions for local producers are a negative overall.
One compelling argument in favor of the availability of globally sourced food in supermarkets is the increased variety it offers consumers. In the distant past, shoppers were limited to consuming locally grown produce, which could result in a monotonous diet lacking diversity. Nowadays, however, supermarkets provide an extensive range of fruits, vegetables, spices, and other food products from different corners of the globe. This enables consumers to explore new flavors and experience diverse culinary traditions, enriching their gastronomic experiences. For instance, in most supermarkets, one can find exotic fruits such as dragon fruit from Vietnam, mangoes from India, and avocados from Mexico. By having access to such diverse options, consumers can broaden their palate and enjoy a more varied and exciting diet.
On the other hand, the easy availability of food produced globally is detrimental for local farmers. When consumers prefer imported goods over locally grown products, it can lead to a decline in demand for local agricultural produce. Local farmers may then face financial difficulties and struggle to sustain their livelihoods. For example, in a study conducted in the United Kingdom, it was found that the demand for imported strawberries during winter had a negative impact on local strawberry farmers. Due to the availability of strawberries from warmer climates, consumers were less inclined to purchase locally grown strawberries, leading to a decline in sales for local producers. This situation not only affected the farmers’ income but also disrupted the local economy in a variety of subtle ways.
In conclusion, although the availability of food produced worldwide in supermarkets offers consumers a wider variety of food choices and experiences, the challenges to local farmers are more significant. Policymakers should promote local farming operations rather than encouraging the imported food industry.
Answers
For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:
In recent years:
Recently
Lately
Over the past few years
In the modern era
Imported:
Foreign
Imported from abroad
Outsourced
Imported goods
Various parts of the world:
Different regions worldwide
Diverse global locations
Worldwide locations
Various corners of the globe
Prevalent:
Common
Widespread
Rampant
Ubiquitous
While some view this trend as positive, I would argue:
Although some perceive this pattern as favorable, I contend
While there are proponents of this tendency, I believe
Despite the positive outlook from some, I maintain
Repercussions:
Consequences
Effects
Ramifications
Impacts
Local producers:
Domestic growers
Nearby manufacturers
Regional farmers
Producers within the vicinity
One compelling argument in favor of:
One persuasive point supporting
An enticing rationale for
A compelling case for
A strong argument in favor of
In the distant past:
Long ago
Historically
In ancient times
Centuries ago
Limited to consuming locally grown produce:
Confined to consuming produce from the local area
Restricted to locally sourced food
Constrained to consuming regionally grown crops
Limited to locally cultivated fruits and vegetables
Monotonous diet lacking diversity:
Boring and repetitive eating pattern lacking variety
Unvaried and unexciting meal plan
Tedious and uniform culinary regimen
Repetitive and uninspiring food intake
Extensive range of:
Wide array of
Vast selection of
Broad spectrum of
Extensive variety of
Different corners of the globe:
Various parts of the world
Diverse regions worldwide
Heterogeneous global locations
Disparate corners of the earth
Enables consumers:
Allows individuals
Empowers customers
Facilitates buyers
Gives people the opportunity
Explore new flavors:
Discover novel tastes
Venture into unfamiliar flavors
Experience unexplored palates
Delve into fresh culinary sensations
Experience diverse culinary traditions:
Encounter varied cooking customs
Engage with different gastronomic heritages
Immerse in diverse culinary practices
Embrace a wide range of cooking traditions
Enriching their gastronomic experiences:
Enhancing their culinary journeys
Augmenting their food adventures
Enriching their dining encounters
Broadening their gastronomic horizons
Exotic fruits:
Unusual fruits
Rare tropical fruits
Unique and unfamiliar fruits
Uncommon and tropical fruits
Diverse options:
Varied choices
Multifarious alternatives
Wide-ranging selections
Assorted possibilities
Broaden their palate:
Expand their taste buds
Diversify their palate
Widen their range of flavors
Enhance their flavor appreciation
Varied and exciting diet:
Diverse and thrilling eating plan
Eclectic and stimulating food regimen
Multifaceted and exhilarating culinary routine
Assorted and captivating diet
Easy availability of:
Convenient access to
Ready availability of
Effortless availability of
Simple accessibility to
Detrimental:
Harmful
Negative
Damaging
Adverse
Prefer:
Favor
Choose
Opt for
Select
Over locally grown products:
Instead of locally produced goods
In lieu of regionally cultivated items
Rather than products from nearby sources
In preference to locally sourced merchandise
Lead to a decline in demand for:
Result in a decrease in the desire for
Cause a drop in the request for
Contribute to a reduction in the need for
Bring about a downturn in the appetite for
Produce:
Agricultural goods
Farm products
Crops
Harvest
Face financial difficulties:
Encounter economic challenges
Confront financial hardships
Deal with monetary obstacles
Experience financial struggles
Struggle to sustain their livelihoods:
Find it challenging to maintain their means of living
Strive to support their livelihoods
Face difficulties in preserving their economic well-being
Battle to sustain their sources of income
In a study conducted in:
In research carried out in
In a study performed in
In an investigation undertaken in
In an analysis conducted in
Due to the availability of:
Because of the presence of
Owing to the accessibility of
Thanks to the availability of
As a result of the ready availability of
Warmer climates:
Tropical regions
Hotter environments
Temperate zones
Climates with higher temperatures
Less inclined to purchase:
Not as likely to buy
More reluctant to acquire
Less prone to procure
Decreased propensity to purchase
A decline in sales for:
Reduced sales- Decreased sales for
Downturn in sales for
Decrease in the purchase of
Drop in the demand for
Income:
Earnings
Revenue
Salary
Profits
Disrupted the local economy in a variety of subtle ways:
Disturbed the regional economy through subtle means
Upset the local economic balance in various subtle ways
Caused disruptions to the nearby economy in nuanced ways
Impacted the local economic system in subtle and diverse ways
Availability:
Accessibility
Presence
Existence
Availability
Offers consumers a wider variety of food choices and experiences:
Provides customers with a broader range of food options and experiences
Presents consumers with an expanded selection of food choices and experiences
Gives individuals a greater diversity of food options and experiences
Grants customers a wider array of food choices and experiences
I recommend getting a pencil and piece of paper because that aids memory. Then write down the missing vocabulary from my sample answer in your notebook:
I________________s, food i______d from v_________________________d in supermarkets has become p__________t. W________________________________________________d argue that the r____________s for l____________s are a negative overall.
O____________________________f the availability of globally sourced food in supermarkets is the increased variety it offers consumers. I___________________t, shoppers were l__________________________________e, which could result in a m__________________________________________y. Nowadays, however, supermarkets provide an e_________________f fruits, vegetables, spices, and other food products from d__________________e. This e________________s to e______________s and e__________________________________s, e____________________________s. For instance, in most supermarkets, one can find e_________s such as dragon fruit from Vietnam, mangoes from India, and avocados from Mexico. By having access to such d_____________s, consumers can b________________e and enjoy a more v______________t.
On the other hand, the e__________________f food produced globally is d__________l for local farmers. When consumers p______r imported goods o___________________s, it can l________________________r local agricultural p____________e. Local farmers may then f__________________________s and s_________________________________s. For example, i___________________n the United Kingdom, it was found that the demand for imported strawberries during winter had a negative impact on local strawberry farmers. D_______________________________f strawberries from w_____________s, consumers were l__________________e locally grown strawberries, leading to a_________________r local producers. This situation not only affected the farmers’ i_______e but also d_________________________________________________________________s.
In conclusion, although the a___________y of food produced worldwide in supermarkets o____________________________________________________________s, the c___________s to local farmers are m____________t. P___________s should p_________e local farming o____________________________________g the i___________________y.
Listening Practice
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This is my IELTS writing task 2 sample answer essay from IELTS Cambridge 19 on the topic of whether all people, including young people, should save money for the future.
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It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Many contend that securing financial stability is essential for individuals of all ages. I am generally in agreement with this contention though I would concede that saving money can be taken to illogical excesses.
Undue emphasis on saving prioritizes satisfaction in a possible future over enjoyment of the present moment. In most countries, individuals begin to save and plan for retirement as young adults. This approach means that by the time they have enough time to enjoy themselves, they are likely older, unhealthy, and less capable of living an active life. A person who saves for a comfortable retirement by abstaining from travel, going out with friends regularly, and spending on luxuries might discover later in life that a sizeable savings account is no substitute for a full life. However, this assumes an extreme approach to saving that is rare for the vast majority of people who can typically balance basic fiscal responsibility with freer spending habits.
Moreover, saving money allows individuals of all ages to safeguard the flexibility to pursue a variety of passions in life. Those who have not inherited generational wealth and do not commit themselves to saving, will almost undoubtedly have to work long hours for many years. Yet, if a worker slowly accumulates savings then that allows them to make investments and generate passive income streams. These alternative ways of earning money can give them options in life. They might decide to quit or work fewer hours and pursue a passion project. They might also be more inclined to be entrepreneurial or adventurous in their choice of vocation. All these options lead to a richer and more varied life that contrasts markedly with working diligently towards retirement.
In conclusion, despite the possible risks of fixating on savings to the detriment of quality of life, there is value in saving wisely for all individuals. These savings will likely vary in size depending on the needs and circumstances of each person.
Analysis
1. Many contend that securing financial stability is essential for individuals of all ages. 2. I am generally in agreement with this contention though I would concede that saving money can be taken to illogical excesses.
Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
Write a clear opinion. Read more about introductions here.
1. Undue emphasis on saving prioritizes satisfaction in a possible future over enjoyment of the present moment. 2. In most countries, individuals begin to save and plan for retirement as young adults. 3. This approach means that by the time they have enough time to enjoy themselves, they are likely older, unhealthy, and less capable of living an active life. 4. A person who saves for a comfortable retirement by abstaining from travel, going out with friends regularly, and spending on luxuries might discover later in life that a sizeable savings account is no substitute for a full life. 5. However, this assumes an extreme approach to saving that is rare for the vast majority of people who can typically balance basic fiscal responsibility with freer spending habits.
Write a topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
Explain your main idea.
Develop it with specific or hypothetical examples.
Keep developing it fully.
Better to have more detail.
1. Moreover, saving money allows individuals of all ages to safeguard the flexibility to pursue a variety of passions in life. 2. Those who have not inherited generational wealth and do not commit themselves to saving, will almost undoubtedly have to work long hours for many years. 3. Yet, if a worker slowly accumulates savings then that allows them to make investments and generate passive income streams. 4. These alternative ways of earning money can give them options in life. 5. They might decide to quit or work fewer hours and pursue a passion project. 6. They might also be more inclined to be entrepreneurial or adventurous in their choice of vocation. 7. All these options lead to a richer and more varied life that contrasts markedly with working diligently towards retirement.
Write a new topic sentence with a new main idea at the end.
Explain your new main idea.
Include specific details and examples.
Add as much information as you can and make sure it links logically.
Keep adding more detail.
Include long and short sentences.
This essay is a bit long – aim for about 275 words.
1. In conclusion, despite the possible risks of fixating on savings to the detriment of quality of life, there is value in saving wisely for all individuals. 2. These savings will likely vary in size depending on the needs and circumstances of each person.
Summarise your main ideas.
Include a final thought. Read more about conclusions here.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?Make some notes on paper to aid memory and then check below.
Many contend that securing financial stability is essential for individuals of all ages. I am generally in agreement with this contention though I would concede that saving money can be taken to illogical excesses.
Undue emphasis on saving prioritizes satisfaction in a possible future over enjoyment of the present moment. In most countries, individuals begin to save and plan for retirement as young adults. This approach means that by the time they have enough time to enjoy themselves, they are likely older, unhealthy, and less capable of living an active life. A person who saves for a comfortable retirement by abstaining from travel, going out with friends regularly, and spending on luxuries might discover later in life that a sizeable savings account is no substitute for a full life. However, this assumes an extreme approach to saving that is rare for the vast majority of people who can typically balance basic fiscal responsibility with freer spending habits.
Moreover, saving money allows individuals of all ages to safeguard the flexibility to pursue a variety of passions in life. Those who have not inherited generational wealth and do not commit themselves to saving, will almost undoubtedly have to work long hours for many years. Yet, if a worker slowly accumulates savings then that allows them to make investments and generate passive income streams. These alternative ways of earning money can give them options in life. They might decide to quit or work fewer hours and pursue a passion project. They might also be more inclined to be entrepreneurial or adventurous in their choice of vocation. All these options lead to a richer and more varied life that contrasts markedly with working diligently towards retirement.
In conclusion, despite the possible risks of fixating on savings to the detriment of quality of life, there is value in saving wisely for all individuals. These savings will likely vary in size depending on the needs and circumstances of each person.
Answers
For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:
contend (argue) securing financial stability (ensuring you have enough money) essential (crucial) of all ages (for all generations) I am generally in agreement with this contention (I generally agree with this argument) concede (admit) taken to illogical excesses (taken to unreasonable extremes) Undue emphasis on (Excessive focus on) prioritizes satisfaction (prioritizes contentment) a possible future (a potential future) enjoyment of the present moment (appreciation of the present moment) plan for retirement (prepare for old age) young adults (young individuals) approach (approach) less capable of (less capable of) active life (active lifestyle) comfortable retirement (secure retirement) abstaining from (refraining from) regularly (regularly) spending on luxuries (splurging on luxuries) discover later in life (discover later in their lives) sizeable savings account (substantial savings account) no substitute for a full life (no replacement for a fulfilling life) assumes (presumes) extreme approach to (radical approach to) rare (uncommon) the vast majority of (the vast majority of) typically balance basic fiscal responsibility (typically balance fundamental financial responsibility) freer spending habits (more liberal spending habits) safeguard (protect) flexibility (adaptability) pursue a variety of passions in life (pursue various interests in life) inherited generational wealth (inherited family wealth) undoubtedly (undoubtedly) Yet (However) accumulates savings (accumulates funds) make investments (make investments) generate passive income streams (generate passive income sources) These alternative ways of earning money (These alternative methods of earning money) options (choices) work fewer hours (work fewer hours) pursue a passion project (pursue a passion venture) be more inclined to (be more inclined to) entrepreneurial (entrepreneurial) adventurous (adventurous) choice of vocation (career choice) richer (wealthier) more varied life (more diverse life) contrasts markedly (differs significantly) working diligently towards retirement (despite) possible risks (potential hazards) fixating (obsessing over) to the detriment of quality of life (to the detriment of quality of life) value (appreciate) saving wisely (saving prudently) vary in size depending on (vary in magnitude depending on) circumstances (conditions)
I recommend getting a pencil and piece of paper because that aids memory. Then write down the missing vocabulary from my sample answer in your notebook:
Many c_______d that s_________________y is e________l for individuals o__________s. I____________________________________________n though I would c_____________e that saving money can be t___________________________s.
U______________________n saving p______________________n in a_______________e over e____________________________________t. In most countries, individuals begin to save and p__________________t as y____________s. This a__________h means that by the time they have enough time to enjoy themselves, they are likely older, unhealthy, and l___________________f living an a__________e. A person who saves for a c__________________t by a____________m travel, going out with friends r___________y, and s___________________s might d___________________e that a s____________________________t is n_________________________e. However, this a__________s an e_________________________o saving that is r_____e for t_______________f people who can t________________________________________________y with f___________________s.
Moreover, saving money allows individuals of all ages to s_________d the f____________y to p__________________________________e. Those who have not i______________________________h and do not commit themselves to saving, will almost u____________y have to work long hours for many years. Y__t, if a worker slowly a_______________________s then that allows them to m__________________________s and g_______________________________s. T________________________________________y can give them o________s in life. They might decide to quit or w_____________s and p___________________t. They might also b__________________o be e_________________l or a____________s in their c___________________n. All these options lead to a r_____r and m________________e that c___________________y with w______________________________________t.
In conclusion, d__________e the p___________s of f______g on savings t________________________________________e, there is v________e in s_______________y for all individuals. These savings will likely v_________________________________n the needs and c____________s of each person.
Listening Practice
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This is my IELTS writing task 2 sample answer essay from the newly released Cambridge 19 book of past IELTS tests on the topic of the working week and longer weekends.
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The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend.
Do you agree or disagree?
Many today make the argument that the average work week should be shortened in order to allow for longer weekends. In my opinion, though there would be potential economic drawbacks, this approach is both sensible and advisable.
Critics of reduced working days point to the repercussions for productivity. Shortening the number of workdays in a week would logically entail a decline in the amount of work a person can complete. In the majority of industries, this would result in lower sales and earnings figures. The result for the entire economy of such a drastic step could be potentially disastrous as companies would have to reduce profit forecasts and revisit investment models. In developed nations, such a sacrifice for the sake of more free time might be feasible but developing countries would certainly struggle to compete on a global scale.
Nonetheless, there are more significant advantages to a longer weekend related to quality of life. Current weekends make it challenging for individuals to enjoy enough free time to take trips, engage in long-term projects outside of work, and spend enough time with family. An additional day would allow for greater flexibility in all these respects. For instance, the average worker who is occupied at an office or company for the majority of the week, might only think of resting and relaxing on the weekend. Given an extra day on the weekend, this person might be more encouraged to take a more active role in family life or develop an interest outside of work, such as making art or playing a sport, that requires more energy and commitment.
In conclusion, despite the possible implications for productivity, a shorter working week would engender a variety of significant benefits for the average person and should therefore be considered by policymakers. In an age of increased automation, longer weekends are becoming a more realistic possibility.
Analysis
1. Many today make the argument that the average work week should be shortened in order to allow for longer weekends. 2. In my opinion, though there would be potential economic drawbacks, this approach is both sensible and advisable.
Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
Write a clear opinion. Read more about introductions here.
1. Critics of reduced working days point to the repercussions for productivity. 2. Shortening the number of workdays in a week would logically entail a decline in the amount of work a person can complete. 3. In the majority of industries, this would result in lower sales and earnings figures. 4. The result for the entire economy of such a drastic step could be potentially disastrous as companies would have to reduce profit forecasts and revisit investment models. 5. In developed nations, such a sacrifice for the sake of more free time might be feasible but developing countries would certainly struggle to compete on a global scale.
Write a topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
Explain your main idea.
Develop it with specific or hypothetical examples.
Keep developing it fully.
Better to have more detail.
1. Nonetheless, there are more significant advantages to a longer weekend related to quality of life. 2. Current weekends make it challenging for individuals to enjoy enough free time to take trips, engage in long-term projects outside of work, and spend enough time with family. 3. An additional day would allow for greater flexibility in all these respects. 4. For instance, the average worker who is occupied at an office or company for the majority of the week, might only think of resting and relaxing on the weekend. 5. Given an extra day on the weekend, this person might be more encouraged to take a more active role in family life or develop an interest outside of work, such as making art or playing a sport, that requires more energy and commitment.
Write a new topic sentence with a new main idea at the end.
Explain your new main idea.
Include specific details and examples.
Add as much information as you can and make sure it links logically.
This essay is a bit long – aim for about 275 words.
1. In conclusion, despite the possible implications for productivity, a shorter working week would engender a variety of significant benefits for the average person and should therefore be considered by policymakers. 2. In an age of increased automation, longer weekends are becoming a more realistic possibility.
Summarise your main ideas.
Include a final thought. Read more about conclusions here.
Vocabulary
What do the words in bold below mean?Make some notes on paper to aid memory and then check below.
Many today make the argument that the average work week should be shortened in order to allow for longer weekends. In my opinion, though there would be potential economic drawbacks, this approach is both sensible and advisable.
Critics of reduced working days point to the repercussions for productivity. Shortening the number of workdays in a week would logically entail a decline in the amount of work a person can complete. In the majority of industries, this would result in lower sales and earnings figures. The result for the entire economy of such a drastic step could be potentially disastrous as companies would have to reduce profit forecasts and revisit investment models. In developed nations, such a sacrifice for the sake of more free time might be feasible but developing countries would certainly struggle to compete on a global scale.
Nonetheless, there are more significant advantages to a longer weekend related to quality of life. Current weekends make it challenging for individuals to enjoy enough free time to take trips, engage in long-term projects outside of work, and spend enough time with family. An additional day would allow for greater flexibility in all these respects. For instance, the average worker who is occupied at an office or company for the majority of the week, might only think of resting and relaxing on the weekend. Given an extra day on the weekend, this person might be more encouraged to take a more active role in family life or develop an interest outside of work, such as making art or playing a sport, that requires more energy and commitment.
In conclusion, despite the possible implications for productivity, a shorter working week would engender a variety of significant benefits forthe average person and should therefore be considered by policymakers. In an age of increased automation, longer weekends are becoming a more realistic possibility.
Answers
For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:
the average work – typical workload
shortened – reduced
in order to allow for – to facilitate
longer weekends – extended weekends
potential economic drawbacks – possible economic disadvantages
sensible – reasonable
advisable – recommended
Critics of – Opponents of
reduced working days – shortened workdays
point to – highlight
repercussions – consequences
productivity – efficiency
Shortening – Trimming
logically entail – logically result in
decline in the amount of work – decrease in workload
complete – accomplish
In the majority of industries – In most sectors
lower sales and earnings figures – decreased sales and earnings numbers
The result for the entire economy – The impact on the overall economy
I recommend getting a pencil and piece of paper because that aids memory. Then write down the missing vocabulary from my sample answer in your notebook:
Many today make the argument that t___________________k week should be s_____________d _____________________r l_______________________s. In my opinion, though there would be p___________________________s, this approach is both s_________e and a______e.
C________________________________o the r______________s for p___________y. S__________g the number of workdays in a week would l_____________l a d_________________________k a person can c__________e. I______________________s, this would result in l_________________________s. T___________________________y of such a d___________p could be p____________________s as companies would have to r____________________________s and r___________________s. In d_______________s, such a s_________________________f more free time might be f_________e but developing countries would c______________________________________e.
N_________s, there are more s_____________________o a longer weekend r______________________e. Current weekends make it challenging for individuals to enjoy enough free time to t_______s, e____________________________________k, and spend enough time with family. An additional day would allow for g_________________________s. For instance, the average worker who is o_________d at an office or company for the m________y of the week, might only think of resting and relaxing on the weekend. G________________________________d, this person might be more e___________d to t______________________________e or d__________________________________k, such as making art or playing a sport, that r_______s more e_______y and c_______t.
In conclusion, d________e the p___________s for productivity, a shorter working week would e__________________________________________________n and should therefore be c___________________s. I_____________f increased a____________n, longer weekends are becoming a m________________________y.
Listening Practice
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