TEST TWO
Only 20% of the older group gave job FURTHER PRACTICE AND GUIDANCE
security as being a factor affecting
performance, but it was mentioned by 20%
of the older group.
or given
equally
regards
striking
differed
on
distinct
Task 1 Authentic Student Answer
The bar c h a r t indicates a survey on t w o different
age groups on t h e factors contributing t o make
their environment pleasant for working.
These f a c t o r s are divided into external and
internal factors. The internal factors are team
spirit, competent boss, respect from colleagues
and job satisfaction. The external factors are
chance for personal development, job security,
promotional prospects and money.
On t h e internal f a c t o r s above 50% in both age
group agreed t h a t team spirit, competent boss
and job satisfaction are essential to make their
environment pleasant. Whereas on t h e external
factors, there are contrasting results. On t h e
for personal development and
promotional aspects, t o 90% of t h e
younger group were in favor while only less t h a n
50% o f t h e older group thought so. A similar
p a t t e r n is also noted on job security. With
regards to money, 69% t o on both age group
said i t is essential
In conclusion, t h e internal f a c t o r s have similar
responses from t h e two age groups while they
had dissimilar responses on t h e external
factors.
Possible band 7. The information contained in the bar
chart has been described accurately and concisely and
follows a clear progression. There is a clear
introduction followed by effective comparisons
between the age groups and a valid conclusion. Good
formulaic phrases (the bar chart indicates, these factors
are divided), although the candidate uses the same
language to describe the factors in the bar chart and
does not attempt to rephrase them in any way.
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Task 2
1 2C 3C 4C 5 B 6A
2 Model answer for paragraphs 3-5
Other people feel that keeping animals at home
as pets is beneficial. They can help children and
adults relate to animals and nature more. If
children bond with animals early in life, they are
more likely to treat them better when they
become adults. My father, for example, was an
only child, but in his early years he grew with
dogs, cats and birds as his companions. When he
became an adult, he became a trainer for guide
dogs for the blind. So having animals around
can be beneficial to both humans and animals.
Moreover, pets can act as companions for people
who would otherwise be living alone, and not
just the elderly. There are at least two additional
benefits here. Dogs need lots of exercise, which
is beneficial for the health of the owner. Also,
while out walking there is the opportunity to
meet people, thus decreasing isolation and
loneliness.
I do agree with the arguments put forward by
the first group of people to a certain extent.
However, I personally agree more with the
second group of people. The world might be a
better place if more people kept pets. As more
and more people move away from direct contact
with nature and see animals as a source of food
or enjoyment, pets can provide a link between
humans and nature.
Task 2 Authentic Student Answer
Despite integration o f traditional (agricultural)
form o f families, people in many p a r t s of t h e
world, specially in t h e western countries are
interested t o keep an animal (normally dogs and
cats, with themselves, people believe t h a t
pets are no longer so beneficial a s t h e p a s t b u t
others argue t h a t they are useful in many ways
and should be kept in certain circumstances. I,
generally, am inclined with t h e later group for
many reasons.
The m o s t important reason is t h a t p e t in
situations benefit people t o a large extent.
According t o their abilities they could have great
benefits. For example, a blind person who need