IELTS Cambridge 19 Tests Sample Answers and Essays

IELTS Cambridge 19 Tests Sample Answers and Essays

The newest book of past IELTS tests for IELTS Cambridge 19 is out – here are links to all of my sample answers and essays from the book!

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IELTS Cambridge 19 Test 1

Task 1

The line graph below gives information on the numbers of participants for different activities at one social centre in Melbourne, Australia for the period 2000 to 2020.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Read my sample here.

Task 2

Some people think that competition at work, at school and in daily life is a good thing. Others believe that we should try to cooperate more, rather than competing against each other.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Read my sample answer here.

IELTS Cambridge 19 Test 2

Task 1

The plans below show a harbour in 2000 and how it looks today.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Read my essay here.

Task 2

The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend.

Do you agree or disagree?

Read my essay here.

IELTS Cambridge 19 Test 3

Task 1

The diagram below shows how a biofuel called ethanol is produced.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Task 2

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?

Read my sample essay here.

IELTS Cambridge 19 Test 4

Task 1

The charts below give information on the location and types of dance classes young people in a town in Australia are currently attending.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Task 2

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?

Read my essay here.

If you are interested in some study strategies for using the book, you can read the guides below – all the tips and strategies apply for IELTS Cambridge 19 as well:

Cambridge 17 Guide

Cambridge 16 Guide

Cambridge 15 Guide

IELTS Cambridge 19 Essay: Competition

IELTS Cambridge 19 Essay: Competition

This is an IELTS writing task 2 sample answer essay from the newly released Cambridge IELTS 19 book of past tests on the topic of competition.

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The other Cambridge 19 essays can be found here:

Task 1:

Line Chart

Porth Harbor

Task 2:

Saving Money

Working Week

Supermarkets

IELTS Essay: Competition

Some people think that competition at work, at school and in daily life is a good thing. Others believe that we should try to cooperate more, rather than competing against each other.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Many argue that competing in a variety of daily environments is a positive, while others feel a focus on cooperation would be ideal. In my opinion, although competition can yield transformational results, it is more valuable to embrace cooperation as a guiding principle.

Those who argue in favor of competition contend that it serves as powerful motivation. Examples of the impact of competition exend to many segments of life, including school and work. In schools, the desire to compete can lead a student to study harder than their classmates in order to achieve better grades and secure esteem from teachers and family members. At work, competition for promotions and higher compensation packages is the entire reason that individuals work diligently in the majority of company contexts. However, at home, competition rarely has positive ramifications. Family members that are consistently competing for admiration and recoginition are likely to suffer from some degree of poor mental health.

Indeed, there is greater value in fostering a cooperative environment. When individuals work together in teams, whether it be at school, work, or in the home, they are more likely to experience high levels of motivation, and more crucially, enjoyment. Competition can serve as a catalyst for achievement but is unlikely to engender the same heights of unifying satisfaction. A standout example of this would be the dynamics present on a sports team at any level of competition. Even though the players on the team are engaged in a competition, the most memorable and lasting memories of their experiences are more likely to come from small moments of comradery shared with teammates. This is the reason that many cite times spent working in groups towards a common goal as the highlights of life.

In conclusion, although competition can encourage innovation, cooperation provides a more vital environment of mutual respect and enjoyment of life. Depending on the situation, it is therefore imperative to seek cooperative understanding.

Analysis

1. Many argue that competing in a variety of daily environments is a positive, while others feel a focus on cooperation would be ideal. 2. In my opinion, although competition can yield transformational results, it is more valuable to embrace cooperation as a guiding principle.

  1. Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
  2. Write a clear opinion. Read more about introductions here.

1. Those who argue in favor of competition contend that it serves as powerful motivation. 2. Examples of the impact of competition extend to many segments of life, including school and work. 3. In schools, the desire to compete can lead a student to study harder than their classmates in order to achieve better grades and secure esteem from teachers and family members. 4. At work, competition for promotions and higher compensation packages is the entire reason that individuals work diligently in the majority of company contexts. 5. However, at home, competition rarely has positive ramifications. 6. Family members that are consistently competing for admiration and recognition are likely to suffer from some degree of poor mental health.

  1. Write a topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
  2. Explain your main idea.
  3. Develop it with specific or hypothetical examples.
  4. Keep developing it fully.
  5. Better to have more detail.
  6. This paragraph has a concession because I agree with the other side.

1. Indeed, there is greater value in fostering a cooperative environment. 2. When individuals work together in teams, whether it be at school, work, or in the home, they are more likely to experience high levels of motivation, and more crucially, enjoyment. 3. Competition can serve as a catalyst for achievement but is unlikely to engender the same heights of unifying satisfaction. 4. A standout example of this would be the dynamics present on a sports team at any level of competition. 5. Even though the players on the team are engaged in a competition, the most memorable and lasting memories of their experiences are more likely to come from small moments of comradery shared with teammates. 6. This is the reason that many cite times spent working in groups towards a common goal as the highlights of life.

  1. Write a new topic sentence with a new main idea at the end.
  2. Explain your new main idea.
  3. Include specific details and examples.
  4. Add as much information as you can and make sure it links logically.
  5. This essay is a bit long – aim for about 275 words.
  6. Finish the paragraph strong.

1. In conclusion, although competition can encourage innovation, cooperation provides a more vital environment of mutual respect and enjoyment of life. 2. Depending on the situation, it is therefore imperative to seek cooperative understanding.

  1. Summarise your main ideas.
  2. 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 argue that competing in a variety of daily environments is a positive, while others feel a focus on cooperation would be ideal. In my opinion, although competition can yield transformational results, it is more valuable to embrace cooperation as a guiding principle.

Those who argue in favor of competition contend that it serves as powerful motivation. Examples of the impact of competition extend to many segments of life, including school and work. In schools, the desire to compete can lead a student to study harder than their classmates in order to achieve better grades and secure esteem from teachers and family members. At work, competition for promotions and higher compensation packages is the entire reason that individuals work diligently in the majority of company contexts. However, at home, competition rarely has positive ramifications. Family members that are consistently competing for admiration and recoginition are likely to suffer from some degree of poor mental health.

Indeed, there is greater value in fostering a cooperative environment. When individuals work together in teams, whether it be at school, work, or in the home, they are more likely to experience high levels of motivation, and more crucially, enjoyment. Competition can serve as a catalyst for achievement but is unlikely to engender the same heights of unifying satisfaction. A standout example of this would be the dynamics present on a sports team at any level of competition. Even though the players on the team are engaged in a competition, the most memorable and lasting memories of their experiences are more likely to come from small moments of comradery shared with teammates. This is the reason that many cite times spent working in groups towards a common goal as the highlights of life.

In conclusion, although competition can encourage innovation, cooperation provides a more vital environment of mutual respect and enjoyment of life. Depending on the situation, it is therefore imperative to seek cooperative understanding.

Answers

For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:

competing – contending
a variety of daily environments – diverse range of daily settings
focus on cooperation – prioritize collaborative efforts
ideal – optimal
yield transformational results – produce revolutionary outcomes
more valuable – of greater worth
embrace cooperation as a guiding principle – adopt collaboration as a core belief
in favor of – supportive of
serves as powerful motivation – acts as a strong driving force
impact – influence
extend to many segments of life – reach various aspects of life
desire – aspiration
study harder than – put in extra effort compared to
in order to achieve better grades – to attain improved academic performance
secure esteem from teachers and family members – gain recognition from educators and relatives
higher compensation packages – increased salary offerings
entire reason – sole purpose
diligently in the majority of company contexts – consistently in most corporate scenarios
rarely has positive ramifications – seldom has positive consequences
consistently competing – continuously vying
admiration – respect
recognition – acknowledgment
likely to suffer from some degree of poor mental health – prone to experience certain levels of mental distress
Indeed – unquestionably
greater value in fostering a cooperative environment – enhanced significance in cultivating a collaborative atmosphere
whether it be at – whether it occurs in
experience high levels of motivation – encounter elevated levels of drive
more crucially – of greater importance
enjoyment – pleasure
serve as a catalyst for – act as a catalyst to
unlikely to engender – improbable to generate
heights of unifying satisfaction – pinnacle of unified contentment
A standout example of this would be – An exceptional instance of this can be seen in
dynamics present on – interactions existing within
at any level of competition – regardless of the competition level
engaged in a competition – involved in a contest
memorable – unforgettable
lasting memories – enduring recollections
come from small moments of comradery shared with teammates – arise from small instances of camaraderie among teammates
cite times spent working in groups towards a common goal – mention instances of collaborating in groups toward a shared objective
highlights – emphasizes
provides a more vital environment – offers a more dynamic setting
mutual respect and enjoyment of life – shared respect and delight in life
Depending on the situation – Depending on the circumstances
imperative – crucial
seek cooperative understanding – strive for collaborative comprehension

Pronunciation

Practice saying the vocabulary below and use this tip about Google voice search:

kəmˈpiːtɪŋ

ə vəˈraɪəti ɒv ˈdeɪli ɪnˈvaɪrᵊnmənts

ˈfəʊkəs ɒn kəʊˌɒpᵊrˈeɪʃᵊn

aɪˈdɪəl

jiːld ˌtrænsfəˈmeɪʃᵊnᵊl rɪˈzʌlts

mɔː ˈvæljəbᵊl

ɪmˈbreɪs kəʊˌɒpᵊrˈeɪʃᵊn æz ə ˈɡaɪdɪŋ ˈprɪnsəpᵊl

ɪn ˈfeɪvər ɒv

kənˈtɛnd

sɜːvz æz ˈpaʊəfᵊl ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃᵊn

ˈɪmpækt

ɪkˈstɛnd tuː ˈmɛni ˈsɛɡmənts ɒv laɪf

dɪˈzaɪə

ˈstʌdi ˈhɑːdə ðæn

ɪn ˈɔːdə tuː əˈʧiːv ˈbɛtə ɡreɪdz

sɪˈkjʊər ɪˈstiːm frɒm ˈtiːʧəz ænd ˈfæmᵊli ˈmɛmbəz

ˈhaɪə ˌkɒmpɛnˈseɪʃᵊn ˈpækɪʤɪz

ɪnˈtaɪə ˈriːzᵊn

ˈdɪlɪʤᵊntli ɪn ðə məˈʤɒrəti ɒv ˈkʌmpəni ˈkɒntɛksts

ˈreəli hæz ˈpɒzətɪv ˌræmɪfɪˈkeɪʃᵊnz

kənˈsɪstᵊntli kəmˈpiːtɪŋ

ˌædməˈreɪʃᵊn

ˌrɛkəɡˈnɪʃᵊn

ˈlaɪkli tuː ˈsʌfə frɒm sʌm dɪˈɡriː ɒv pɔː ˈmɛntᵊl hɛlθ

ɪnˈdiːd

ˈɡreɪtə ˈvæljuː ɪn ˈfɒstərɪŋ ə kəʊˈɒpᵊrətɪv ɪnˈvaɪrᵊnmənt

ˈwɛðər ɪt biː æt

ɪkˈspɪəriəns haɪ ˈlɛvᵊlz ɒv ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃᵊn

mɔː ˈkruːʃᵊli

ɪnˈʤɔɪmənt

sɜːv æz ə ˈkætəlɪst fɔː

ʌnˈlaɪkli tuː ɪnˈʤɛndə

haɪts ɒv ˈjuːnɪfaɪɪŋ ˌsætɪsˈfækʃᵊn

ə ˈstændaʊt ɪɡˈzɑːmpᵊl ɒv ðɪs wʊd biː

daɪˈnæmɪks ˈprɛzᵊnt ɒn

æt ˈɛni ˈlɛvᵊl ɒv ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃᵊn

ɪnˈɡeɪʤd ɪn ə ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃᵊn

ˈmɛmᵊrəbᵊl

ˈlɑːstɪŋ ˈmɛmᵊriz

kʌm frɒm smɔːl ˈməʊmənts ɒv ˈkɒmreɪd ʃeəd wɪð ˈtiːmmeɪts

saɪt taɪmz spɛnt ˈwɜːkɪŋ ɪn ɡruːps təˈwɔːdz ə ˈkɒmən ɡəʊl

ˈhaɪˌlaɪts

prəˈvaɪdz ə mɔː ˈvaɪtᵊl ɪnˈvaɪrᵊnmənt

ˈmjuːʧuəl rɪˈspɛkt ænd ɪnˈʤɔɪmənt ɒv laɪf

dɪˈpɛndɪŋ ɒn ðə ˌsɪʧuˈeɪʃᵊn

ɪmˈpɛrətɪv

siːk kəʊˈɒpᵊrətɪv ˌʌndəˈstændɪŋ

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:

Many argue that c__________g in a________________________________s is a positive, while others feel a_________________________n would be ideal. In my opinion, although competition can y_______________________________s, it is m_____________e to e____________________________________e.

Those who argue i_____________f competition c__________d that it s________________________n. Examples of the i_______t of cooperation e__________________________e, including school and work. In schools, the d_______e to compete can lead a student to s__________________n their classmates i_______________________________________s and s______________________________________________s. At work, competition for p__________-__s and h______________________________s is the e______________n that individuals work d_________________________________________________-s. However, at home, competition r_______________________s. Family members that are c__________________-g for a_____________n and r_____________n are l_________________________________________________________________h.

I_________d, there is g________________________________________________t. When individuals work together in teams, w__________________t school, work, or in the home, they are more likely to e_________________________n, and m_____________y, e____________-t. Competition can s_______________________r achievement but is u____________________r the same h___________________________n. A___________________________________e the d_____________-n a sports team a__________________________n. Even though the players on the team are e________________-_n, the most m__________e and l______________________s of their experiences are more likely to c__________________________________________________________s. This is the reason that many c____________________________________________________l as the h__________-s of life.

In conclusion, although competition can encourage innovation, cooperation p_________________________________t of m________________________________________________e. D______________________________n, it is therefore i___________e to s_________________________________________g.

Listening Practice

Learn more about this topic by watching from YouTube below and practice with these activities:

Reading Practice

Read more about this topic and use these ideas to practice:

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1378106-the-10-greatest-michael-jordan-chicago-bulls-stories-ever

Speaking Practice

Practice with the following speaking questions from the real IELTS speaking exam:

Life Goals

  1. How important is it for people to set goals?
  2. Do people set different goals at different stages of life?
  3. Are personal goals more important than professional goals?
  4. What sort of goals do young people today set?
  5. Are people becoming more pessimistic about their life goals?

Writing Practice

Practice with the related IELTS essay topic:

Nowadays, there is more and more competition for getting into university.

Is this a positive or negative development?

IELTS Essay Task 1: Australian Workforce

IELTS Essay Task 1: Australian Workforce

This is an IELTS writing task 1 sample answer essay on the topic of the Australian workforce in five industries from the real IELTS exam.

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IELTS Essay Task 1: Australian Workforce

The line chart details the percentage of workers in Australia according to 5 different industries from 1962 to 2012. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the most noticeable growth and the vast majority of jobs was concentrated in the services industry. There was decline in the workforce for jobs in agriculture and manufacturing, and slight rises for the remaining two industries.

In 1962, approximately 52% of Australians worked in services, a figure far above the next closest sector, manufacturing (27%). From that point onwards, service jobs grew rapidly to reach 72% by 1992 and then growth tapered off and rose more moderately to finish the period at just under 80%. In contrast, manufacturing as an employment option was stable over the first decade before a consistent decline led to a final figure of 10% in 2012.

In terms of the less common jobs, agricultural workers declined at steady intervals from just above 10% in 1962 to a low of 4% in 2012. In comparison, mining and construction jobs were generally stable with minor growth, rising from 9% and 1% to 10% and 2%, respectively.

Analysis

1. The line chart details the percentage of workers in Australia according to 5 different industries from 1962 to 2012. 2. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the most noticeable growth and the vast majority of jobs was concentrated in the services industry. 3. There was decline in the workforce for jobs in agriculture and manufacturing, and slight rises for the remaining two industries.

  1. Paraphrase what the bar chart shows.
  2. Write a clear overview summarising the differences and the overall trend.
  3. This one is a little complex so it needs a second sentence for the overview.

1. In 1962, approximately 52% of Australians worked in services, a figure far above the next closest sector, manufacturing (27%). 2. From that point onwards, service jobs grew rapidly to reach 72% by 1992 and then growth tapered off and rose more moderately to finish the period at just under 80%. 3. In contrast, manufacturing as an employment option was stable over the first decade before a consistent decline led to a final figure of 10% in 2012.

  1. Begin writing about the data for the first categories.
  2. Compare between each sentence.
  3. Add in all the data.

1. In terms of the less common jobs, agricultural workers declined at steady intervals from just above 10% in 1962 to a low of 4% in 2012. 2. In comparison, mining and construction jobs were generally stable with minor growth, rising from 9% and 1% to 10% and 2%, respectively.

  1. Write about the final other parts of the graph – include everything!
  2. Include all the data.

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 the percentage of workers in Australia according to 5 different industries from 1962 to 2012. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the most noticeable growth and the vast majority of jobs was concentrated in the services industry. There was decline in the workforce for jobs in agriculture and manufacturing, and slight rises for the remaining two industries.

In 1962, approximately 52% of Australians worked in services, a figure far above the next closest sector, manufacturing (27%). From that point onwards, service jobs grew rapidly to reach 72% by 1992 and then growth tapered off and rose more moderately to finish the period at just under 80%. In contrast, manufacturing as an employment option was stable over the first decade before a consistent decline led to a final figure of 10% in 2012.

In terms of the less common jobs, agricultural workers declined at steady intervals from just above 10% in 1962 to a low of 4% in 2012. In comparison, mining and construction jobs were generally stable with minor growth, rising from 9% and 1% to 10% and 2%, respectively.

Answers

For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:

according to – as per, in accordance with, based on
industries – sectors, fields, trades
most noticeable growth – significant expansion, prominent increase, marked development
the vast majority of – the overwhelming majority of, the lion’s share of, the bulk of
concentrated in – focused in, centered on, predominantly located in
decline – decrease, drop, downturn
workforce – labor force, employees, personnel
agriculture – farming, cultivation, agronomy
manufacturing – production, fabrication, assembly
slight rises for – marginal increases in, modest growth for, minor upturns in
remaining two industries – the other two sectors, the rest of the industries
approximately – roughly, about, around
a figure far above – a number significantly higher than, a value well beyond
next closest sector – nearest industry, adjacent sector, the following closest field
From that point onwards – From then on, from that moment forward, starting from that point
grew rapidly to reach – expanded swiftly to attain, experienced rapid growth to achieve, developed quickly and reached
growth tapered off – expansion leveled off, increase gradually slowed down, growth decelerated
rose more moderately to finish the period at – increased at a more moderate pace to conclude the period at, grew more steadily and ended the timeframe at
In contrast – On the other hand, conversely, in opposition
employment option – job opportunity, career choice, work alternative
stable – steady, consistent, unchanging
first decade – initial ten years, opening period, the initial phase
before a consistent decline – prior to a continuous decrease, preceding a steady downturn, before a sustained drop
led to – resulted in, caused, brought about
a final figure of – a concluding number of, a last value of, a ultimate figure of
In terms of – With regard to, concerning, regarding
In comparison – By comparison, when comparing, contrasted with
mining – extraction, excavation, mining industry
construction – building, erection, construction sector
generally stable – mostly consistent, predominantly steady, largely unchanging
minor growth – slight expansion, modest increase, marginal development
rising from – increasing from, ascending from, going up from

Pronunciation

Practice saying the vocabulary below and use this tip about Google voice search:

əˈkɔːdɪŋ tuː
ˈɪndəstriz
ˈlʊkɪŋ frɒm ən ˌəʊvəˈrɔːl pəˈspɛktɪvɪt ɪz ˈrɛdɪli əˈpærᵊnt ðæt
məʊst ˈnəʊtɪsəbᵊl ɡrəʊθ
ðə vɑːst məˈʤɒrəti ɒv
ˈkɒnsᵊntreɪtɪd ɪn
dɪˈklaɪn
ˈwɜːkˌfɔːs
ˈæɡrɪkʌlʧə
ˌmænjəˈfækʧərɪŋ
slaɪt ˈraɪzɪz fɔː
rɪˈmeɪnɪŋ tuː ˈɪndəstriz
əˈprɒksɪmətli
ə ˈfɪɡə fɑːr əˈbʌv
nɛkst ˈkləʊzɪst ˈsɛktə
frɒm ðæt pɔɪnt ˈɒnwədz
ɡruː ˈræpɪdli tuː riːʧ
ɡrəʊθ ˈteɪpəd ɒf
rəʊz mɔː ˈmɒdᵊrətli tuː ˈfɪnɪʃ ðə ˈpɪəriəd æt
ɪn ˈkɒntrɑːst
ɪmˈplɔɪmənt ˈɒpʃᵊn
ˈsteɪbᵊl
fɜːst ˈdɛkeɪd
bɪˈfɔːr ə kənˈsɪstᵊnt dɪˈklaɪn
lɛd tuː
ə ˈfaɪnᵊl ˈfɪɡər ɒv
ɪn tɜːmz ɒv
ɪn kəmˈpærɪsᵊn,
ˈmaɪnɪŋ
kənˈstrʌkʃᵊn
ˈʤɛnᵊrᵊli ˈsteɪbᵊl
ˈmaɪnə ɡrəʊθ
ˈraɪzɪŋ frɒm

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 line chart details the percentage of workers in Australia a_____________o 5 different i_________s from 1962 to 2012. L______________________________________________________________t the m__________________h and t____________________f jobs was c__________________n the services industry. There was d_________e in the w_________e for jobs in a_________e and m____________g, and s______________________r the r________________s.

In 1962, a_________________y 52% of Australians worked in services, a___________________e the n_________________r, manufacturing (27%). F__________________________s, service jobs g_____________________h 72% by 1992 and then g____________________f and r_______________________________________________t just under 80%. I___________t, manufacturing as an e_________________n was stable over the f_______________e b_________________________e l_________________________f 10% in 2012.

I____________f the less common jobs, agricultural workers declined at steady intervals from just above 10% in 1962 to a low of 4% in 2012. I_______________n, m______g and c_____________n jobs were g_______________e with m_______________h, r____________m 9% and 1% to 10% and 2%, respectively.

Listening Practice

Learn more about this topic by watching from YouTube below and practice with these activities:

Reading Practice

Read more about this topic and use these ideas to practice:

https://mothership.sg/2023/12/quit-job-new-zealand-regrets/

Speaking Practice

Practice with the following speaking questions from the current IELTS speaking exam:

Work

Do you like your job?

What do you find most interesting about your work/job?

Writing Practice

Practice with the related IELTS chart below:

IELTS Essay: City Planning and Zoning

IELTS Essay: City Planning and Zoning

This is my IELTS writing task 2 sample answer essay on the topic of city planning and zoning.

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IELTS Essay: City Planning and Zoning

In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other.

Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?

One common approach employed by city planners involves the separation of various establishments such as shops, schools, offices, and homes into distinct areas. While this zoning policy offers certain advantages, the notable drawbacks outweigh the positives.

One significant advantage of zoning is the promotion of efficient land use. By grouping similar establishments together, cities can optimize the allocation of resources and infrastructure. For instance, commercial areas can be designed with adequate parking spaces and easy access to transportation, making it convenient for both shoppers and business owners. Zoning similarly allows for the creation of specialized zones, such as industrial areas, which can enhance productivity and economic growth. This is the case in many newer cities such as Shenzhen in China where urban planners had the opportunity to fashion a more efficient and livable environment for residents due to the lack of previous development in the area.

However, a notable concern is the potential lack of vibrancy and diversity in strictly zoned cities. When different establishments are mixed within neighborhoods, it fosters a sense of community and generates vibrant social spaces. Mixing residential and commercial areas can lead to the development of lively streets with a variety of shops, cafes, galleries, and parks, creating a more engaging and inclusive urban experience. This is evidenced in contrast to newer cities like Shenzhen with older cities throughout the world that are famed for their cultural vibrancy. The list of such cities is innumerable but includes some of the most well-known and desirable urban areas on the globe such as London, New York, Paris, Kyoto, and Barcelona.

In conclusion, zoning policies that group areas by their purpose can lead to efficient land use though the likelihood of a lack of vibrancy within neighborhoods is a more significant factor. To strike a balance, city planners must carefully consider the specific context and needs of their communities, adopting a flexible approach that combines the benefits of zoning with the promotion of mixed-use areas.

Analysis

1. One common approach employed by city planners involves the separation of various establishments such as shops, schools, offices, and homes into distinct areas. 2. While this zoning policy offers certain advantages, the notable drawbacks outweigh the positives.

  1. Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
  2. Write a clear opinion. Read more about introductions here.

1. One significant advantage of zoning is the promotion of efficient land use. 2. By grouping similar establishments together, cities can optimize the allocation of resources and infrastructure. 3. For instance, commercial areas can be designed with adequate parking spaces and easy access to transportation, making it convenient for both shoppers and business owners. 4. Zoning similarly allows for the creation of specialized zones, such as industrial areas, which can enhance productivity and economic growth. 5. This is the case in many newer cities such as Shenzhen in China where urban planners had the opportunity to fashion a more efficient and livable environment for residents due to the lack of previous development in the area.

  1. Write a topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
  2. Explain your main idea.
  3. Develop it with specific or hypothetical examples.
  4. Keep developing it fully.
  5. Better to have more detail.

1. However, a notable concern is the potential lack of vibrancy and diversity in strictly zoned cities. 2. When different establishments are mixed within neighborhoods, it fosters a sense of community and generates vibrant social spaces. 3. Mixing residential and commercial areas can lead to the development of lively streets with a variety of shops, cafes, galleries, and parks, creating a more engaging and inclusive urban experience. 4. This is evidenced in contrast to newer cities like Shenzhen with older cities throughout the world that are famed for their cultural vibrancy. 5. The list of such cities is innumerable but includes some of the most well-known and desirable urban areas on the globe such as London, New York, Paris, Kyoto, and Barcelona.

  1. Write a new topic sentence with a new main idea at the end.
  2. Explain your new main idea.
  3. Include specific details and examples.
  4. Add as much information as you can and make sure it links logically.
  5. This essay is a bit long – aim for about 275 words.

1. In conclusion, zoning policies that group areas by their purpose can lead to efficient land use though the likelihood of a lack of vibrancy within neighborhoods is a more significant factor. 2. To strike a balance, city planners must carefully consider the specific context and needs of their communities, adopting a flexible approach that combines the benefits of zoning with the promotion of mixed-use areas.

  1. Summarise your main ideas.
  2. 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.

One common approach employed by city planners involves the separation of various establishments such as shops, schools, offices, and homes into distinct areas. While this zoning policy offers certain advantages, the notable drawbacks outweigh the positives.

One significant advantage of zoning is the promotion of efficient land use. By grouping similar establishments together, cities can optimize the allocation of resources and infrastructure. For instance, commercial areas can be designed with adequate parking spaces and easy access to transportation, making it convenient for both shoppers and business owners. Zoning similarly allows for the creation of specialized zones, such as industrial areas, which can enhance productivity and economic growth. This is the case in many newer cities such as Shenzhen in China where urban planners had the opportunity to fashion a more efficient and livable environment for residents due to the lack of previous development in the area.

However, a notable concern is the potential lack of vibrancy and diversity in strictly zoned cities. When different establishments are mixed within neighborhoods, it fosters a sense of community and generates vibrant social spaces. Mixing residential and commercial areas can lead to the development of lively streets with a variety of shops, cafes, galleries, and parks, creating a more engaging and inclusive urban experience. This is evidenced in contrast to newer cities like Shenzhen with older cities throughout the world that are famed for their cultural vibrancy. The list of such cities is innumerable but includes some of the most well-known and desirable urban areas on the globe such as London, New York, Paris, Kyoto, and Barcelona.

In conclusion, zoning policies that group areas by their purpose can lead to efficient land use though the likelihood of a lack of vibrancy within neighborhoods is a more significant factor. To strike a balance, city planners must carefully consider the specific context and needs of their communities, adopting a flexible approach that combines the benefits of zoning with the promotion of mixed-use areas.

Answers

For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:

One common approach: A frequently used method
employed by: utilized by
city planners: urban planning authorities
separation: segregation
establishments: businesses
distinct: separate
zoning policy: zoning regulations
offers certain advantages: provides specific benefits
the notable drawbacks outweigh the positives: the significant disadvantages surpass the advantages
One significant advantage of: One notable benefit of
promotion: promotion
efficient land use: effective land utilization
grouping: clustering
optimize: optimize
allocation of resources: distribution of resources
infrastructure: physical framework
commercial areas: business districts
designed with adequate parking spaces: equipped with sufficient parking facilities
easy access to transportation: convenient transportation access
convenient for: suitable for
business owners: entrepreneurs
similarly: similarly
creation of specialized zones: establishment of specialized areas
industrial areas: manufacturing zones
enhance productivity: improve productivity
economic growth: financial growth
This is the case in: This is evident in
urban planners: city planners
fashion: style
livable: habitable
residents: inhabitants
notable concern: significant concern
potential lack of vibrancy and diversity: possible absence of vibrancy and diversity
strictly: stringently
fosters a sense of community: nurtures a sense of community
generates vibrant social spaces: creates dynamic social spaces
lively streets: vibrant streets
a variety of: a range of
engaging: captivating
inclusive urban experience: inclusive urban experience
This is evidenced in contrast to: This is demonstrated in contrast to
throughout the world: across the globe
famed for: renowned for
cultural vibrancy: cultural vibrancy
innumerable: countless
well-known: well-established
desirable urban areas: desirable urban areas
on the globe: worldwide
purpose: intention
likelihood: probability
more significant factor: more significant aspect
To strike a balance: To achieve equilibrium
specific context: particular circumstances
needs of their communities: requirements of their communities
adopting a flexible approach: adopting an adaptable approach
promotion of mixed-use areas: advancement of mixed-use areas

Pronunciation

Practice saying the vocabulary below and use this tip about Google voice search:

wʌn ˈkɒmən əˈprəʊʧ
ɪmˈplɔɪd baɪ
ˈsɪti ˈplænəz
ˌsɛpᵊrˈeɪʃᵊn
ɪˈstæblɪʃmənts
dɪˈstɪŋkt
ˈzəʊnɪŋ ˈpɒləsi
ˈɒfəz ˈsɜːtᵊn ədˈvɑːntɪʤɪz
ðə ˈnəʊtəbᵊl ˈdrɔːbæks aʊtˈweɪ ðə ˈpɒzətɪvz
wʌn sɪɡˈnɪfɪkᵊnt ədˈvɑːntɪʤ ɒv
prəˈməʊʃᵊn
ɪˈfɪʃᵊnt lænd juːz.
ˈɡruːpɪŋ
ˈɒptɪmaɪz
ˌæləʊˈkeɪʃᵊn ɒv rɪˈzɔːsɪz
ˈɪnfrəˌstrʌkʧə
kəˈmɜːʃᵊl ˈeəriəz
dɪˈzaɪnd wɪð ˈædəkwət ˈpɑːkɪŋ ˈspeɪsɪz
ˈiːzi ˈæksɛs tuː ˌtrænspɔːˈteɪʃᵊn
kənˈviːniənt fɔː
ˈbɪznɪs ˈəʊnəz.
ˈsɪmɪləli
kriˈeɪʃᵊn ɒv ˈspɛʃᵊlaɪzd zəʊnz
ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˈeəriəz
ɪnˈhɑːns ˌprɒdʌkˈtɪvəti
ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk ɡrəʊθ
ðɪs ɪz ðə keɪs ɪn
ˈɜːbᵊn ˈplænəz
ˈfæʃᵊn
ˈlɪvəbᵊl
ˈrɛzɪdᵊnts
ˈnəʊtəbᵊl kənˈsɜːn
pəˈtɛnʃᵊl læk ɒv ˈvaɪbrᵊnsi ænd daɪˈvɜːsəti
ˈstrɪktli
ˈfɒstəz ə sɛns ɒv kəˈmjuːnəti
ˈʤɛnəreɪts ˈvaɪbrᵊnt ˈsəʊʃᵊl ˈspeɪsɪz
ˈlaɪvli striːts
ə vəˈraɪəti ɒv
ɪnˈɡeɪʤɪŋ
ɪnˈkluːsɪv ˈɜːbᵊn ɪkˈspɪəriəns
ðɪs ɪz ˈɛvɪdᵊnst ɪn ˈkɒntrɑːst tuː
θruːˈaʊt ðə wɜːld
feɪmd fɔː
ˈkʌlʧᵊrᵊl ˈvaɪbrᵊnsi
ɪˈnjuːmərəbᵊl
ˌwɛlˈnəʊn
dɪˈzaɪərəbᵊl ˈɜːbᵊn ˈeəriəz
ɒn ðə ˈɡləʊb
ˈpɜːpəs
ˈlaɪklɪhʊd
mɔː sɪɡˈnɪfɪkᵊnt ˈfæktə
tuː straɪk ə ˈbælᵊns
spəˈsɪfɪk ˈkɒntɛkst
niːdz ɒv ðeə kəˈmjuːnətiz
əˈdɒptɪŋ ə ˈflɛksəbᵊl əˈprəʊʧ
prəˈməʊʃᵊn ɒv mɪkst-juːz ˈeəriəz

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:

O________________________________________________s involves the s__________n of various e____________s such as shops, schools, offices, and homes into d________t areas. While this z__________y o_______________________s, t_________________________s o___________________________s.

O_____________________f zoning is the p___________n of e___________________e. By g_________g similar establishments together, cities can o______e the a__________________s and i_______________e. For instance, c______________s can be d_____________________________________________s and e__________________________n, making it c______________r both shoppers and b_____________s. Zoning s_________y allows for the c__________________________s, such as i_________________s, which can e__________________________y and e____________________h. T_____________n many newer cities such as Shenzhen in China where u____________________s had the opportunity to f__________n a more efficient and l______e environment for r__________s due to the lack of previous development in the area.

However, a n______________n is the p__________________________________y in s________y zoned cities. When different establishments are mixed within neighborhoods, it f_______________________________y and g______________________________s. Mixing residential and commercial areas can lead to the development of l_____________s with a__________f shops, cafes, galleries, and parks, creating a more e__________g and i______________________e. T_____________________________o newer cities like Shenzhen with older cities t________________________d that are f____________r their c_______________y. The list of such cities is i___________e but includes some of the most w____________n and d____________________s o_______e such as London, New York, Paris, Kyoto, and Barcelona.

In conclusion, zoning policies that group areas by their p__________e can lead to efficient land use though the l____________d of a lack of vibrancy within neighborhoods is a m_____________________r. T________________e, city planners must carefully consider the s________________t and n_________________________s, a________________________h that combines the benefits of zoning with the p________________________________s.

Listening Practice

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Reading Practice

Read more about this topic and use these ideas to practice:

https://www.vox.com/energy-and-environment/2019/4/8/18266760/barcelona-spain-urban-planning-history

Speaking Practice

Practice with the following speaking questions from the real IELTS speaking exam:

Where You Live

Do you live in an apartment or house?

What views can you see through the windows?

What kind of apartment or house do you want to have in the future?

Writing Practice

Practice with the related IELTS essay topic:

The world has many towns and cities constructed in previous centuries that were more suitable and livable for people in those times than they are now.

What problems will this cause?

IELTS Essay Task 1: How Recycled Paper is Made

IELTS Essay Task 1: How Recycled Paper is Made

This is an IELTS writing task 1 sample answer essay on the topic of how recycled paper is made from the real IELTS exam.

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IELTS Essay Task 1: How Recycled Paper is Made

The diagram details how recycled paper is made. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the process involves three main stages beginning with initial collection and transportation, followed by cleaning and processing, and lastly the rolling of the final product. The process is entirely man-made.

In order to produce recycled paper, used paper is first sourced and transported by conveyer belt to a processing plant. The used paper is then made into unfiltered pulp by using water and various chemicals. The pulp must then be filtered with water being removed.

After filtering is complete, the filtered paper pulp is sent by a tube to a container with water and soap to be further cleaned. Air is pumped into the container and ink is removed. There is then additional cleaning with water and chemicals before the final rolling stages commence. To create useable recycled paper rolls, the cleaned and filtered pulp is placed on a conveyor belt where heated rollers flatten the paper and remove excess water.

Analysis

1. The diagram details how recycled paper is made. 2. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the process involves three main stages beginning with initial collection and transportation, followed by cleaning and processing, and lastly the rolling of the final product. 3. The process is entirely man-made.

  1. Paraphrase what the bar chart shows.
  2. Write a clear overview summarising the differences and the overall trend.
  3. This one is a little complex so it needs a second sentence for the overview.

1. In order to produce recycled paper, used paper is first sourced and transported by conveyer belt to a processing plant. 2. The used paper is then made into unfiltered pulp by using water and various chemicals. 3. The pulp must then be filtered with water being removed.

  1. Begin writing about the data for the first categories.
  2. Compare between each sentence.

1. After filtering is complete, the filtered paper pulp is sent by a tube to a container with water and soap to be further cleaned. 2. Air is pumped into the container and ink is removed. 3. There is then additional cleaning with water and chemicals before the final rolling stages commence. 4. To create useable recycled paper rolls, the cleaned and filtered pulp is placed on a conveyor belt where heated rollers flatten the paper and remove excess water.

  1. Write about the final other parts of the graph – include everything!
  2. Include all the data.
  3. Mention any exceptions.
  4. Make sure your essay is long enough.

Vocabulary

What do the words in bold below mean? Make some notes on paper to aid memory and then check below.

The diagram details how recycled paper is made. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the process involves three main stages beginning with initial collection and transportation, followed by cleaning and processing, and lastly the rolling of the final product. The process is entirely man-made.

In order to produce recycled paper, used paper is first sourced and transported by conveyer belt to a processing plant. The used paper is then made into unfiltered pulp by using water and various chemicals. The pulp must then be filtered with water being removed.

After filtering is complete, the filtered paper pulp is sent by a tube to a container with water and soap to be further cleaned. Air is pumped into the container and ink is removed. There is then additional cleaning with water and chemicals before the final rolling stages commence. To create useable recycled paper rolls, the cleaned and filtered pulp is placed on a conveyor belt where heated rollers flatten the paper and remove excess water.

Answers

For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:

details shows

recycled paper paper from used products/paper

Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that overall

main stages beginning with initial collection big steps start with finding it first

followed by after that

lastly finally

rolling making into a roll

final product product in the end

entirely man-made totally done by people

In order to so that

first sourced found in the beginning

by conveyer belt to a processing plant along a flat surface to a place to make it

various chemicals different substances

removed taken out

After filtering is complete once it is done being cleaned

filtered paper pulp cleaned clumps of paper

tube cylinder

container place to hold it

further cleaned additional filtering

pumped into goes to

ink black substance for writing

additional extra

commence start

placed on a conveyor belt put on the transport belt

heated rollers hot rollers

flatten make flat

remove excess water take out extra water

Pronunciation

Practice saying the vocabulary below and use this tip about Google voice search:

ˈdiːteɪlz
ˌriːˈsaɪkᵊld ˈpeɪpə
ˈlʊkɪŋ frɒm ən ˌəʊvəˈrɔːl pəˈspɛktɪvɪt ɪz ˈrɛdɪli əˈpærᵊnt ðæt
meɪn ˈsteɪʤɪz bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ wɪð ɪˈnɪʃᵊl kəˈlɛkʃᵊn
ˈfɒləʊd baɪ
ˈlɑːstli
ˈrəʊlɪŋ
ˈfaɪnᵊl ˈprɒdʌkt
ɪnˈtaɪəli ˈmænˈmeɪd
ɪn ˈɔːdə tuː
fɜːst sɔːst
baɪ kənˈveɪə bɛlt tuː ə ˈprəʊsɛsɪŋ plɑːnt
ˈveəriəs ˈkɛmɪkᵊlz
rɪˈmuːvd
ˈɑːftə ˈfɪltərɪŋ ɪz kəmˈpliːt
ˈfɪltəd ˈpeɪpə pʌlp
ʧuːb
kənˈteɪnə
ˈfɜːðə kliːnd
pʌmpt ˈɪntuː
ɪŋk
əˈdɪʃᵊnᵊl
kəˈmɛns
pleɪst ɒn ə kənˈveɪə bɛlt
ˈhiːtɪd ˈrəʊləz
ˈflætᵊn
rɪˈmuːv ɪkˈsɛs ˈwɔːtə

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 diagram d_____s how r__________r is made. L_____________________________________________________________t the p___________s three m__________________________________________n and transportation, f_________y cleaning and processing, and l____y the r_______g of the f_____________t. The process is e_____________e.

I____________o produce recycled paper, used paper is f___________d and transported b________________________________t. The used paper is then made into unfiltered pulp by using water and v_________________s. The pulp must then be filtered with water being r_______d.

A_______________________e, the f________________p is sent by a t_____e to a c__________r with water and soap to be f______________d. Air is p___________o the container and i__k is removed. There is then a__________l cleaning with water and chemicals before the final rolling stages c_______e. To create useable recycled paper rolls, the cleaned and filtered pulp is p________________________t where h______________________n the paper and r________________r.

Listening Practice

Learn more about this topic by watching from YouTube below and practice with these activities:

Reading Practice

Read more about this topic and use these ideas to practice:

https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/washi-craftsmanship-of-traditional-japanese-hand-made-paper-01001

Speaking Practice

Practice with the following speaking questions from the real IELTS speaking exam:

Environment

  1. How are environmental problems dealt with in your country?
  2. What can be done to make people recycle more often?
  3. What is the most pressing environmental problem?
  4. Is recycling a common practice in your country?
  5. Are governments or individuals more responsible?

Writing Practice

Practice with the related IELTS chart below: