Ielts Writing Note: Cause and Solution + Two Parts Questions

Topic 25: migrating, search of a better life, city life, living in a city, urban life.

- a place of opportunity
- there are some major drawbacks of living in a large metropolis.
- ...could do much more
- ...the average inhabitant

- the cost of living ... is likely to be much higher than it is in a small town...
- prices of housing, transport, even food
- tend to suffer from social problems
- high crime and poverty rates
- in comparison with...
- the air quality...often poor
- pollution from traffic
- pubic transport systems are usually overcrowed
- city life can be unhealthy and stressful

- there are various steps that ... could take to tackle the prolems.
- invest money in
- affordable or social housing
- reduce the cost of living
- ban vehicles from city centres
- promote the use of cleaner public transport
- reduce air pollution and traffic congestion
- the introduce of congestion charge for driver
- help to curb the traffic problem
- develop provincial towns and rural areas
- moving industry or jobs to rural areas
- reduce the pressure on major cities

- ...could certainly implement a range of measures
- enhance the quality of life
- city residents.

Topic 26: developed world, average life expectancy, problems, measures, taken to reduce impact 

- it is true that ...
- expect to live longer
- there will undoubtedly be ...
- some negative consequences of this trend
- take steps to mitigate these potential problems

- the populations of developed countries grow older
- several related problems can be anticipated
- ...more people of retirement age
- ...eligible to recieve a pension
- the proportion of younger, working adults...
- ...will therefore recieve less money in taxes
- further pressure will include...
- a rise in the demand for healthcare.
- have to look after the elderly relatives.

- there are several actions can be taken to ...
- solve the problems described above.
- increase the retirement age
- healthy enough to continue a productive working life.
- a second measure would be...
- encourage immigration
- national budget
- spent money on vital healthcare, accommadation, and transport facilities
- for the rising numbers of older citizens

- various measures can be taken to tackle the problems that certain arise
- the population of countries grow older.

Two-parts question

Topic 27: happiness, life, define, factors, achieving happiness.

- It is no doubt true that ...
- the majority of ...
- ...would like to be happy
- the personal nature of happiness
- make  it difficult to describe
- some common needs
- we all share with regard to...
- exprience and achive happiness.

- it means something diffirent to each individual person.
- ...fully understand...experience other's felling
- ...have own particular passions
- we take pleasure
- derive a sense of satisfaction from earning money or achieving success
- whereas for others,...
- excitement to peacefulness
- may be associated with the idea of happiness.
- fell happy in a variety of different ways

- it seems almost impossible to...
- give a precise definition of happiness
- most people would agree that...
- basic preconditions to achieving happyness.
- it is hard for a person to be happy if...
- a safe place to live, enough food to eat.
- basic survival needs must surely be met.
- lead a pleasent life
- the greatest joy
- found in shared experiences with loved ones.
- it is rare to find...
- who is live in complete isolation
- other key factors could be
- individual freedom
- a sense of purpose of life

- it is particular to each individual
- basic need for shelter, food and companiess
- need to be fulfilled

Topic 28: type of music, tradditional music, international music.

- It is true that ...
- a rich variety of musical styles
- can be found around the world
- be a vital part of all humam cultures
- ...for a range of reasons
- i would agree that ...

- ...accompanies all of us throughout our lives.
- as a means of learning languages.
- simply as a form of enjoyment
- delight in singing with others
- it would appear that...
- the act of singing
- create a connection between participants
- regardless of the age
- Later in life
- people musical's preferences
- our favourite songs as part of our life stories.
- music both express and arouses emotions
- in a way words alone cannot
- it is difficult to imagiine life without music

- ...should be valued over...
- catchy and fun
- it is essentially a commercial product
- express the culture, customs and history of a country
- connect us to the past
- form part of our cultural identify
- it would be a real pity if ...
- become predominate
- ...is a necessary part of human existence
- should be given more importance.

Topic 29: interact, changed, technology, relationships.

- It is true that ...
-...have had an influence on communication between people...
- ...has affected relationships in various ways
- ...both positive and negative effects

- ...has had an impact on relationships in bussiness, education and social life.
- create new possibility for ...
- the relationships between...
- take video lessons
- use social networks
- make new friends
- share common interests
- interact through the computer
- rather than face to face

- ...can be extremely positive
- cooperation between ...
- be much more difficult
- face-to-face meetings
- benefits from these interactions
- social context
- the availability of new communication technologies.
- have the result of isolating people
- discouraging real interaction
- make friend online rather than mixing with their peers
- virtual relationships
- be a poor substitute for real friendships

- technology has certainly revolutionised communication
- the outcomes of this revolution have been positive

Topic 30: environment, government, address the problems

- ...be responsile for...
- a variety of ...
- evironmental problems
- take steps to ...
- reduce the demage
- ...are causing to the planet.
- environmental problems
- the measures...
- address the problems.

- two of the biggest threats to...
- air pollution and waste
- gas emissions
- exhaust fumes
- glabal warming
- a devastating effect on...
- producing ever greater quantities of waste
- ...contaminates the earth
- pollutes rivers and oceans

- ...make more effect to ...
- introduce laws
- limmit emissions
- renewable energy
- solar, wind or water power
- impose green taxes
- encourage to use public transport
- take fewer flights abroad

- take responsibility for the impact on ...
- less packaging
- recycle as much as possible
- reusable bags
- recycling glass, plastic and paper

- play the part in looking after the environment

Topic 31: foreign films, local films, governments, financial support.

- It is true that ...
- are more popular than...
- domestically produced films
- there could be several reasons why this is the case,...
- ...promote local film-making
- subsidising the industry

- there are various reasons why...
- more enjoyable yhan....
- established film industries
- huge budget for action
- shoot scenes in spectacular locations
- hollywood blockbusters
- examples of such productions
- global appeal is undeniable
- big-budget films
- made by the most accomplished producers and directors
- suffer in comparison

- amateur film-makers
- ...need to be given the opportunity to prove themselves
- to compete with...
- ...would see an increase in...
- income from film sales,
- an increase in tourism
- partly funded by governments subsidies

- increased financial support
- could help to raise the quality of locally made films
- allow...to compete with
- currently dominate the market.

Topic 32: fathers, take care, children, mothers, work.

- It is true that ...
- increasingly likely to take on the role of househusband
- breadwinners
- there could be several reasons for this,
- i consider it to be very positive trend

- ...adapt to various changes in...
- equal rights
- ...have made great progress
- it has become normal for ...
- gain qualifications and pursue a career
- social acceptable for men to stay at home
- look after children
- the rising cost of living has meant that...
- marriage partners
- need to work
- save money
- start a family
- couples have children,....
- depending on the personal preference of each one.

- ...should be seen as progress
- should be happy to live
- have equal opportunities
- not put under pressure to sacrifice their careers
- it seems only fair that ...
- ....should be free to leave the job
- assume children responsibilities
- ...should be let to make their own decisions.
- parental role of each partner
- particular circumstances and needs

- changing the roles of men and women
- are a result of wider changes in society
- these developments are desirable.