[Dugong1] Writing Practice Test 17681

Task 1

Question

The graph below shows the proportion of four different materials that were recycled from 1982 to 2010 in a particular country.

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

Write at least 150 words.

Answer

Task 2

Question

Write about the following topic:

Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out.

In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and, if so, how?

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

Write at least 250 words.

Answer

The line graph illustrates the percentage of four materials—paper and cardboard, glass containers, aluminum cans, and plastics—that were recycled between 1982 and 2010 in one specific country.

Overall, it can be clearly seen that the recycling rates for all selected materials followed an upward trend, albeit at varying rates of increase.

Regarding the proportion of paper and cardboard, although there was a minor dip in 1990, the figure leveled off and gradually declined, yet still remained in the first position. Similarly, around 60% of the glass containers were recycled at the end of the surveyed period, accounting for the second-highest percentage.

In terms of gradual increases, aluminum cans and plastics both showed similar traits. However, while the figure for aluminum cans increased significantly to around 45% compared to the original figure, the recycling rate of plastics only showed a slight increase, with 5% more than the original proportion.