TASK 2:
ESSAY INFORMATION:
Written by: IELTS I-Ready, 9/7/2024
Marked by: Ex-BC Examiner
(IELTS Academic – 6/7/2024)
Question: One long-distance flight consumes fuel which a car uses in several years’ time, but they cause the same amount of pollution. Some people think that we should discourage non-essential flights, such as tourist travel, rather than to limit the use of cars. To what extent do you agree or disagree? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER:
It is argued that unimportant flights, like those for tourism, should be minimised because they significantly contribute to pollution, equating to the emissions produced by cars over several years. I mostly disagree with this opinion.
I concede that reducing the frequency of non-vital air trips can decrease carbon emissions substantially, which is a significant contributor to global warming. By discouraging leisure travel, this can lead to cleaner air and a healthier environment due to less fuel consumption. For instance, reducing the number of tourist flights to popular destinations can significantly lower the annual greenhouse gas emissions of the aviation sector, thereby mitigating the adverse effects of climate change and improving air quality in regions heavily affected by air traffic.
However, I believe this discouragement may be questionable because it can violate personal freedom in choosing one’s mode of transportation. Limiting the ability to fly can be seen as an infringement on individual rights, restricting people’s freedom to explore new places and experience different cultures. If such a restriction were enforced, it could lead to social unrest and protests in many countries, significantly polarising nations.
Additionally, this suggestion overlooks the substantial number of cars on the streets, which collectively contribute significantly to pollution. Even though a single flight has a larger carbon footprint than a single car, the cumulative effect of millions of cars running daily is also a major environmental concern. To illustrate, in urban areas, the emissions from thousands of cars can create significant air quality issues
In conclusion, while reducing non-critical flights can have notable environmental benefits, it is vital to consider the implications on personal freedom and the large count of vehicles on the streets. Therefore, I somewhat believe that this reformation should not be encouraged, and a balanced approach should be implemented. (297 words)
Highlight Vocabulary:
| English | Vietnamese |
| Equating | Tương đương |
| Mitigating | Giảm thiểu |
| Adverse | Tiêu cực |
| Infringement on | Sự xâm phạm |
| Social unrest | Bất ổn xã hội |
| Protests | Biểu tình |
| Polarising | Phân hoá |
| Notable | Đáng kể |
