IELTS, 13 April '24, UAE & Pakistan .

 IELTS, 13 April '24, Pakistan & UAE


Writing Task 2

You have 40 minutes to answer this question.Write at least 250 words.

Some companies have a policy of employing people from different age groups . Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Give reasons for your answers and e include examples from your knowledge or experience. 

(PAKISTAN, 13 April 2024)


Writing Task 2

You have 40 minutes to answer this question. Write at least 250 words.

These days many young people are spending less time doing outdoor  activities such as hiking, mountain climbing, and enjoying nature. What are the reasons for this? How can we encourage them to do more of these activities?

Give reasons for your answers and e include examples from your knowledge or experience. 

(UAE, 13 April 2024)


SAMPLE ANSWER

These days many young people are spending less time doing outdoor  activities such as hiking, mountain climbing, and enjoying nature. What are the reasons for this? How can we encourage them to do more of these activities?


Key words in the general statement:

These days,

many young people

are spending less time doing outdoor  activities,

What are the reasons for this?

How can we encourage them to do more of these activities?


General discussion

i. Did the young people do more outdoor activities in the past?
Ans: In the past, young people indeed engaged in more outdoor activities. For instance, 'Outdoor Foundation India' has released the report that children took  part 20 percent fewer outdoor activities in 2023 than they did five years ago. A combination of competing priorities, limited access to natural areas, and technology contributes to this decline.

ii. Why some people say that these days many  young people are spending less time on outdoor activities?
Ans:  
i. Increased priorities: Busy schedules, academic pressures, and extracurricular activities leave little time for outdoor activities. As a result, outdoor play gets sidelined in favour of other commitments.
ii. Many workplaces, schools, and homes are designed without a strong connection to nature. Lack of green spaces in these settings reduces opportunities for engagement.
iii. There is an acute shortage for green spaces. Not all neighborhoods have easy access to parks, forests, or green areas. Limited availability to connect with nature can hinder young people's ability to connect with nature.
iv. The increased use of screens and digital devices has diverted attention away from outdoor play. Rather than climbing trees or playing in parks, children often find themselves glued to screens.  

iii. Do you think young people should do outdoor activities?
Ans: Spending time outdoors offers numerous benefits for young people.
i. It improves mental health. Studies show that spending time outdoors reduces anxiety and depression levels because nature positively impacts mental and emotional well-being.
ii. Outdoor time means less screen exposure, which takes away from harsh artificial lighting found in offices, homes, benefiting our eyes. 

iv. Give some suggestions to encourage them to do more outdoor activities?
Ans:
There are multiple ways to encourage young people to embrace outdoor activities.
i. Youths can help environment by participating in community gardening or food-growing projects. This makes them being mindful of nature and take notice of the beauty around them. 
ii. Youths can do outdoor activities. For example, in Trivandrum, we have a group called "Tree Walk", which goes out every Sunday morning to some particular area, identifying rare trees and study them. 
iii. Young people can connect with animals also. Watching birds by putting bird feeder is an excellent outdoor activity. They can join a group to learn about local wildlife. 
iv. They can explore local farms or orchards for fruit picking, or learn about edible plants through food foraging.   


Structure of the essay

Paragraph 1. Introduction
Paraphrase the general statement.
Thesis sentence
(Time: 5 minutes.  Words: 55- 60)

Paragraph 2. Body para 1
* why young people are doing less outdoor activities nowadays
* give reasons
* give an example
* conclude para 1
(Time: 10 minutes.  Words: 65- 70)


Paragraph 3. Body para 2
* how can young people be encouraged to do more  outdoor activities 
* give reasons
* give an example
* conclude para 3
(Time: 10 minutes.  Words: 65- 70)

Paragraph 4 Conclusion
Re-phrase the introduction
(Time: 5 minutes.  Words: 55- 60)


SAMPLE ESSAY


Introduction:


Body para 1:


Body para 2:


Conclusion:






































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