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Written by: Ielts Xuân Phi, 28/03/2023

Supported by: Ex-BC Examiner, 29/03/2023
Question: Some cities have vehicle-free days, when private cars, trucks, motorcycles are banned
in the city center. Public transportation like buses, taxis and metros are advised. To what extent
do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

(IELTS Academic – 25/03/2023)

ANSWER (8.0+):
Occasions on which private vehicles are not allowed to be driven within the central city
for specific days are encouraged in some metropolitan areas. Therefore, people are stimulated
to utilize public transportation. I consider its benefits such as reduced traffic congestion and a
decrease in the release of carbon into the atmosphere are slightly more significant although this
practice can induce inconvenience to residents.

The first benefit of banning individual means of transportation on certain days is that it can lessen
traffic congestion. With fewer cars and motorbikes on the road, traffic jams can be eased and
travel time for public transportation can be reduced. For instance, the annual "World Car-Free
Day" that takes place on September 22nd each year encourages people to use alternative forms
of transportation instead of driving their cars, leading to a significant reduction in traffic density
worldwide.

Another advantage is the reduction in carbon emissions. As vehicles are a major source of air
pollution, limiting or banning them on certain days can significantly lessen the levels of
pollutants such as nitrogen oxides and particulate matter in the air. This can lead to improved air
quality and better health outcomes, especially for people with respiratory issues.

However, as private vehicles are prohibited on certain days, it can cause inconvenience for
citizens. More specifically, people who live or work in the city center may find it burdensome to
have to use public transportation or walk long distances to get to their destination in lieu of
utilizing their own cars or motorbikes.

In conclusion, although transport-free days may trigger inconvenience for residents, I consider
its advantages including the improvement of traffic congestion and lowering of carbon footprint
are far more noteworthy since it has positive impacts on the wider population. It is advisable that
individuals should follow this practice to improve air quality and their own health.

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ENGLISH TIẾNG VIỆT

Reduced traffic congestion Giảm ùn tắc giao thông

Decrease in the release of carbon into the Giảm lượng khí thải carbon vào khí quyển
atmosphere

Traffic jams can be eased Ùn tắc giao thông có thể được giảm bớt

Travel time for public transportation Thời gian di chuyển bằng phương tiện công cộng

Alternative forms of transportation Các hình thức vận chuyển thay thế

Reduction in traffic density Giảm mật độ giao thông

Carbon emissions Khí thải carbon

Better health outcomes Kết quả sức khỏe tốt hơn

Respiratory issues Các vấn đề về hô hấp

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