Writing

WRITING

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The graph below shows average carbon dioxide (COz) emissions per person
in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Ita/y and Portugal between 1967 and 2007.

Summarise the information by se/ecting and reporting the main features, and
make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TASK 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Sorne people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in
order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not
the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own
knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

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