CHỮA ĐỀ THI THẬT BAND 8.0+ IELTS WRITING TASK 1 & 2 NGÀY 9/9/2023

TASK 1:

Written by: IELTS I-Ready, 11/9/2023

Marked by: Examiner

The table below shows the cost of water ìn five cities in Australia.

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

The table compares the price and average water expense per family in different Australian metropolises. Overall, within the regulated quota, Sydney records the most expensive water price, whereas citizens in Perth pay the highest when their usage exceeds the quota and also the highest average bill per household. Additionally, the cost of water remains unchanged regardless of volume used in Melbourne and Sydney. 

Regarding water cost up to 125 kilolitres, residents in Sydney experience the highest price of $0.98 per kilolitre, followed by Brisbane and Melbourne at $0.81 and $0.78 per kilolitre, respectively. The figures for Adelaide and Perth are identical at $0.42 per kilolitre.

Exceeding 125 kilolitres, the water price in Perth more than triples to $1.50 per kilolitre, which is the highest in this category. Citizens in Brisbane are charged slightly higher at $0.84 per kilolitre, while the price in Adelaide rises significantly to $1 per kilolitre. However, Melbourne and Sydney witness no increments. 

Turning to average water cost per family, Perth dwellers exhibit the highest price of $332 per household, whilst the lowest is witnessed among Melbourne families at $253 each. Sydney households spend an average of $312, which is minimally higher than those in Adelaide and Brisbane with comparable bills of approximately $310. (213 words)

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The exclusion of subjects, namely meal preparation, tailoring and carpentry from formal schooling, as they can be more effectively acquired from personal connections, is justified by the exclusive concentration on academic achievements or exam performance. I totally disagree with this opinion because non-academic parts of the curriculum allow for well-rounded development and talent nurturing. 

One valid justification for my opposition is that schools need to provide a supportive environment for holistic development which includes a wide array of skills rather than only academic knowledge. Practical abilities including cooking, fashion designing or woodworking can instil creativity or cultivate problem-solving skills. As a result, students can be well-prepared as they transition into adulthood. For example, teaching to prepare a nutritious meal is conducive to children’s independence, ensuring their survival when they move out of the family home. 

To add further credence to my belief is that imparting practical skills in the school curriculum can help foster minors’ innate talent. In fact, although not every child has an aptitude for academic pursuits such as solving mathematical equations or writing an essay, they may excel in more pragmatic fields such as culinary art or sewing. Thus, educators should be more thoughtful to offer diverse disciplines which can captivate youths’ interest and encourage more engagement, eventually increasing academic outcomes. To illustrate, certain European high schools provide vocational courses which lead to elevated attendance and reduced dropout rate amongst students. 

In conclusion, I strongly oppose that educational institutions should prioritise scholastic accomplishments and exam results over other valuable hands-on skills. This is because teaching these disciplines facilitates comprehensive growth and caters to a broader range of talents and needs of young individuals. Where possible, schools should continue to employ a diverse curriculum that equips students with both intellectual and practical insights. (295 words)

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