TASK 1:
Written by: IELTS I-Ready, 18/12/2023
Marked by: Ex-BC Examiner
The graph below shows the percentages of tourists who used different types of transport to travel within a particular nation between 1989 and 2009. Each tourist may have used more than one type of transport.
The line chart illustrates the proportion of travelers who utilized five transportation modes to commute within a specific country, from 1989 to 2009. Overall, all types of vehicles witnessed an upward trend, except for aircrafts. Additionally, the rate of ferry tourists was constantly the lowest.
In terms of the two categories that started the highest, nearly half of vacationers traveled in this nation by cars in 1989. This rate reached a peak of slightly over 60% a decade later, before decreasing moderately to approximately 52% by the end. In contrast, the share of visitors who traveled by air began at roughly 40% and declined continuously throughout the period and finished at around one-fifth in 2009.
Concerning the remaining types, the figure for railroad commuters ranked third at about 35% in 1989 and witnessed significant increases over the years, overtaking cars and airplanes to be the most common vehicle by 2009, at approximately 60% of tourists. After a constant rise from nearly 10% in 1989 to about 15% in 1999, the proportion of travelers using coaches surged to above 25% by 2009. Finally, ferry was the least popular choice for vacationers over the period, with less than 5% and 10% users in 1989 and 2009, respectively, despite a peak of just over 10% in 2004. (214 words)
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TASK 2:
ESSAY INFORMATION:
Written by: IELTS I-Ready, 18/12/2023
Marked by: Ex-BC Examiner
(IELTS Academic – 16/12/2023)
Question: People living in the 21st century have a better quality of life than the previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER:
Many believe that modern society offers individuals an improved standard of living than in the past centuries. I mostly agree with this opinion as people have witnessed unprecedented advancements in the realms of medicine and education; however, I acknowledge that there remains a concurrent rise in stress levels.
One valid argument for my agreement is the tremendous progress in medical science. Many breakthroughs in healthcare research have enhanced treatment modalities and increased the probability of correct diagnoses, while the invention of vaccinations and other treatments have made previously incurable diseases manageable or preventable. For example, safe techniques for kidney or heart transplantation have helped patients to prolong their lives.
To add further credence to my belief is the educational sector has also undergone remarkable improvements. Governments from around the world strive to provide universal education for their citizens alongside the advent of online platforms that enable learners to access unlimited learning resources. As citizens become more intellectually educated, they will have more chances to seek a decent job which can contribute to increased living quality.
Nonetheless, I concede that people living in today’s world also face many forms of stressors. The fast-paced nature of modern life, coupled with heightened societal expectations and family pressures can negatively affect their mental well-being. For instance, stressful economic elements necessitate longer working hours or multiple occupations to cover their expensive living costs, leaving adults less time to relax or spend with loved ones. This results in an increase in cases of mental illness or even suicide in some extreme circumstances.
In conclusion, while I largely contend that the 21st century has allowed people to enjoy improved healthcare and educational opportunities, contributing significantly to the enhancement of quality of life for many, I admit that the rapid societal shift has rendered them a more stressful existence. Where possible, people should balance between caring about their mental health and fulfilling their personal goals to lead a healthier life. (326 words)
Highlight Vocabulary:
| English | Vietnamese |
| Unprecedented | Chưa từng có |
| Concurrent | Đồng thời |
| Breakthroughs | Đột phá |
| Modalities | Phương thức |
| Diagnoses | Chẩn đoán |
| Prolong | Kéo dài |
| Credence | Sự tin cậy |
| Platforms | Nền tảng |
| Intellectually | Về mặt trí tuệ |
| Well-being | Sức khoẻ |
| Occupations | Nghề nghiệp |
| Circumstances | Trường hợp |
| Enhancement | Sự nâng cao |
