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Linking Words

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  A list of common linking words , grouped by function , with synonyms and clear examples . This format is suitable for teaching, training materials, or academic writing. 1. Addition Linking Words: and, also, moreover, furthermore, in addition Synonyms: plus, additionally, as well Example: She is intelligent and hardworking. Moreover , she has excellent communication skills. 2. Contrast Linking Words: but, however, although, though, whereas, while Synonyms: yet, nevertheless, on the other hand Example: He is rich, but he is unhappy. However , the results were not satisfactory. 3. Cause and Effect Linking Words: because, so, therefore, thus, as a result Synonyms: hence, due to this Example: She was late because of traffic. It was raining; therefore , the match was cancelled. 4. Comparison Linking Words: like, as, similarly, likewise Synonyms: in the same way, equally Example: He runs like a professional athlete. Similarly , her sister i...

Holiday Overseas - Informal Letter

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  Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter Thank them for the photos and for the holiday Explain why you didn’t write earlier Invite them to come and stay with you Dear John and Maria,  Hey, what’s up? How have you guys been? Thank you for catching up with me. I literally had a blast with you all. I hope you are doing well. It was great seeing you last month. The vacation with you all was everything I needed after such a stressful few months at my job. That is exactly what I experienced.  I just had a peek at the photos from our vacation, and I must say they turned out to be better than I had imagined. The pictures are really doing justice to the level of fun and enjoyment we had. Thank you so much for sharing these pictures and accompanying me on vacation.  I couldn’t write to you earlier because I caught a fever when I came back. The ...

Public Health (Discuss both views)

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Some people think governments are responsible for people’s health. Others believe it is an individual’s responsibility. 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. The government is considered to be responsible for public health . While others think that people are responsible for their own health. In my view, public health is a shared responsibility. Governments are obligated to safeguard citizens’ health. They possess the resources and authority to enforce regulations that promote healthier lifestyles. For example, imposing taxes on sugary drinks , banning smoking in public spaces , and funding vaccination programs have significantly reduced the prevalence of diseases in many countries. Moreover, access to affordable healthcare is a fundamental right, and without state support, vulnerable groups such as the poor or elderly may be left untreated, l...

Age Profiles of Male and Female Cinema Goers - Academic Task 1

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The following bar graph compares the age profiles of male and female cinema goers in the year 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.  The bar graph illustrates the percentage of male and female cinema goers in 2012 across five different age groups, ranging from 14–17 years to 50 years and above. The figures represent the average number of visits per year. Overall, cinema attendance increased steadily with age for both men and women, with the highest proportion observed among those aged 50 and above. Women generally went to the cinema more frequently than men, except in the younger groups, where the figures were nearly equal. Only 7% of both men and women aged 14–17 visited cinemas, making it the lowest across all groups. Among 18–24 year olds, participation rose slightly to 15% for women and 16% for men. Attendance grew further in the 25–34 age bracket, with 20% of women and 23% of men. In the 35–49 age gro...

West Park Secondary School - Academic Task 1

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 The diagram shows the changes that have taken place at West Park Secondary School since its construction in 1950. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. The diagram illustrates the transformation of West Park Secondary School from 1950 to 2010. Over the years, developments includethe expansion of school facilities and the removal of residential and agricultural land.  Overall, the school initially had a simple layout in 1950, consisting of a single school building, a playground, houses, and farmland. However, by 1980, the school had undergone substantial changes, with the houses being replaced by a car park. The most notable changes occurred between 1950 and 1980, with the removal of farmland and houses and the addition of new educational and parking facilities. The science block was added, and the farmland was converted into a sports field. By 2010, further modifications had been made, with the expansion ...

History has no value (Discuss both views essay)

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Some people believe that history has no value in the contemporary world. But some believe that we still need history to learn from the past. Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.  It is argued that history has little relevance in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, while others believe it remains essential for learning from past mistakes. I strongly support the view that history is indispensable for progress. On one hand, those who dismiss history’s importance argue that the modern world faces unique challenges, such as climate change, artificial intelligence, and global pandemics, that past generations never encountered. They claim that studying history is a waste of time when innovation and forward-thinking are prioritised. For example, a tech entrepreneur might argue that understanding ancient civilisations does little to help develop ...

Share of Poverty of Rural Areas - Academic Task 1

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  The bar graph and the pie charts illustrate the distribution of poverty between rural and urban areas across different regions in 1993 and 2002, as well as the overall rural-urban poverty share in 2002. Overall, while rural poverty decreased in most regions over the decade, it remained disproportionately high in rural areas compared to urban areas globally. Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia were the most affected regions. The bar chart compares the percentage of the impoverished population living in rural areas in 1993 and 2002 for six regions. In 1993, rural poverty was highest in Sub-Saharan Africa (approximately 85%) and South Asia (around 82%), while Latin America & the Caribbean had the lowest share (about 50%). By 2002, rural poverty decreased in all regions except Europe & Central Asia, where it remained stable. The most significant declines occurred in East Asia & Pacific (from roughly 78% to 65%) and South Asia (from 82% to 75%). Sub-Saharan Africa remained t...