[ACE THE EXAM] Giải bài tập IELTS Writing ngày 19/08/2023

Nhiệm vụ IELTS Writing task 1

The line graph below shows the production of paper, wood pulp and sawn-wood in the UK from 1980 to 2000.

Bước 1: Xây dựng kế hoạch tổ chức 

Phần tổng quát: 

• Sản xuất giấy và bao bì tại Vương quốc Anh đã tăng mạnh, đặc biệt là trong nửa sau giai đoạn. Trong khi đó, có một xu hướng giảm rõ rệt trong sản xuất gỗ cưa so với bột giấy, và sản xuất bột giấy có sự dao động nhẹ.
• Giấy và bao bì luôn là loại vật liệu/sản phẩm chủ đạo được sản xuất tại Vương quốc Anh.

Đoạn thân thứ nhất: Sản lượng giấy và bao bì bắt đầu từ khoảng 240 triệu tấn, sau đó nhẹ nhàng tăng lên 250 triệu tấn sau 10 năm. Sự biến đổi tương phản có thể thấy trong con số về bột giấy và gỗ cưa, với sự giảm từ 200 triệu tấn và 165 triệu tấn tương ứng xuống còn 150 triệu tấn chính xác vào năm 1990.

Đoạn thân thứ hai: Từ năm 1990 đến 2000, sản lượng giấy và bao bì sản xuất bởi Vương quốc Anh đã tăng đáng kể, đạt 350 triệu tấn. Sản xuất bột giấy có những thay đổi tương tự, nhưng ở mức độ ít hơn, tăng lên khoảng 160 triệu tấn. Ngược lại, sản xuất gỗ cưa tiếp tục giảm, và vào năm cuối cùng nó đã giảm xuống khoảng 125 triệu tấn.

Bước 2: Hoàn thành viết bài luận

The line chart shows the production levels of paper and packaging, wood pulp, and sawn wood in the UK from 1980 to 2000.

Overall, there was a dramatic increase in paper and packaging production in the UK, especially in the latter half of the period, while a falling trend can be seen in that of sawn-wood compared to wood pulp whose production fluctuated slightly. Additionally, paper and packaging was consistently the dominant category/material produced in the UK.

The amount of paper and packaging produced in the UK started at about 240 million tonnes, after which it saw a slight increase to 250 million tonnes ten years later. Opposite patterns can be seen in the figures for wood pulp and sawn-wood, which decreased from 200 and 165 million tonnes respectively to exactly 150 million tonnes in 1990.

From 1990 to 2000, the amount of paper and packaging which the UK manufactured rose significantly, reaching 350 million tonnes. The manufacture of wood pulp saw similar changes, albeit at a much lower rate, growing to roughly 160 million tons. By contrast, the production of sawn-wood continued its downward trend, and by the final year it had fallen to approximately 125 million tonnes.

Step 3: Vocabulary

1. The economic growth showed a steady progression throughout the years, with a noticeable increase ________________________.
2. The company’s quality control measures have been ___________________ over the years, ensuring high product standards.
3. In the market, the smartphone brand Apple remains ___________________, maintaining a significant market share.
4. The weather in this region often exhibits ___________________, with hot days followed by cool nights.
5. The project, ___________________ challenging, was completed successfully due to the dedication of the team.

Solutions:

1. In the latter half of the period
2. Consistent
3. Dominant
4. Opposite patterns
5. Albeit

Step 4: Grammar Structures

“Which saw a decline from 200 and 165 million tonnes respectively to exactly 150 million tonnes in 1990”: This section elaborates on the changes in the data. “Which” functions as a relative clause, serving as the subject in the explanatory subordinate clause. The structure “decreased from… to…” is used to express the decrease in the figures. “Respectively” is used to link corresponding data from different types of data.

IELTS Writing task 2

The increase in the production of consumer goods results in damage to the natural environment. What are the causes of this? What can be done to solve this problem?

Step 1: Analyze the task 

• Từ khoá: the production of consumer goods, damage to the environment
• Câu hỏi: Đây là dạng câu hỏi yêu cầu đưa ra nguyên nhân và giải pháp cho vấn đề được đề cập. 

Step 2: Plan your essay

Step 3: Complete your essay

Sample Essay 1 (Band 6.0)

The increasing production of consumer goods has adverse effects on the environment. This may be attributed to several factors, and solutions can be proposed to mitigate these impacts.

Two primary reasons contribute to the harmful impact of increased consumer goods manufacturing on the environment. First, as these products are used, the resulting waste can accumulate, leading to landfill overflow and groundwater pollution unless proper disposal and recycling methods are implemented. Additionally, the environmental harm arises from the high energy demands in production, often fueled by non-renewable sources such as fossil fuels. This results in air pollution from greenhouse gas emissions and exacerbates resource depletion.

Several approaches can address these concerns. Integrating sustainable design into products can minimize waste by using biodegradable materials and ensuring recyclability and reusability. Educating consumers about the environmental consequences of their choices and supporting eco-conscious companies are essential steps to reduce consumerism and promote reusable products. Furthermore, industries should adopt eco-friendly manufacturing practices by employing green technologies and renewable energy sources to reduce energy consumption and emissions.

In conclusion, while increased consumer goods production results in waste, polluted air, and resource depletion, environmental degradation can be mitigated through sustainable design, consumer education, and eco-friendly manufacturing practices.

Sample Essay (Band 8.0)

The growing production of consumer goods has negative implications for environmental sustainability. This can be attributed to various factors, with viable solutions proposed to mitigate these negative impacts. 

There are two main reasons why the surge in manufacturing consumer goods damages the natural environment. The first reason is that as these goods are consumed, the waste generated contributes significantly to landfill and groundwater pollution unless proper disposal and recycling procedures are followed.

The environmental impact can also be attributed to significant energy inputs, often derived from non-renewable sources such as fossil fuels during manufacturing. This leads to air pollution through harmful greenhouse gas emissions from the combustion of these unsustainable energy sources, as well as exacerbates the critical issue of resource depletion.

Several strategies can address these issues. One approach involves integrating green design into products. This means using biodegradable packaging, ensuring ease of recycling, and promoting reusability to minimize waste generation.

Consumer awareness and behavior can also play a crucial role. Educating consumers about the environmental impact of their choices, supporting companies that promote sustainable practices, discouraging consumerism, and preferring reusable products over disposable ones are essential steps.

To tackle resource depletion and air pollution, industries should adopt eco-friendly manufacturing practices. This includes utilizing green technologies and renewable energy sources to reduce energy consumption and emissions.

In conclusion, while the increasing production of consumer goods leads to substantial waste generation, polluted air, and faster resource depletion, environmental degradation can be mitigated by integrating sustainable design, educating consumers about their purchasing habits, and investing in eco-friendly production methods.

(363 words) 

Step 4: Vocabulary

Complete the sentences by choosing the appropriate words/phrases from the box.

• 1. The company is implementing measures to _____________ the negative effects of its production processes on the environment.
• 2. There has been a recent  _____________ in interest in solar energy as a sustainable power source.
• 3. Waste products from the factory are being  _____________ of in an environmentally responsible manner.
• 4. The city is facing challenges with  _____________ sites reaching their maximum capacity.
• 5.  _____________ like coal and oil contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.
• 6. The company’s commitment to  _____________ has earned them recognition in the industry.
• 7. Overuse of natural resources can lead to  _____________ and environmental degradation.
• 8.  _____________ aim to minimize the ecological footprint of production.
• 9. Raising  _____________ about the impact of single-use plastics is essential for reducing pollution.

Solutions:

• Mitigate
• Surge
• Waste products
• Landfill sites
• Non-renewable energy sources
• Sustainable business practices
• Resource depletion
• Eco-friendly manufacturing practices
• Consumer awareness

Step 5: Grammar structure

Upon being consumed, the wasted products would contribute to a significant amount of waste, which would take up landfills sites and be responsible for fresh groundwater pollution unless these discarded products undergo proper disposal and recycling procedures.

When consumed: Trong trường hợp này, “when” có nghĩa là “khi” hoặc “sau khi”. “Being consumed” là cụm từ biểu thị việc sản phẩm bị tiêu thụ. Điều này có nghĩa là khi sản phẩm này được tiêu thụ, những sản phẩm không còn giá trị này sẽ góp phần tạo ra lượng lớn chất thải.

Which: Từ “which” được sử dụng để liên kết với mệnh đề trước đó và mô tả thêm về nguyên nhân gây ra tình trạng ô nhiễm môi trường. Trong trường hợp này, “which” liên kết với mệnh đề “the wasted products would contribute to a significant amount of waste”, và mô tả thêm về nguyên nhân gây ra tình trạng ô nhiễm môi trường là việc chất thải này sẽ chiếm chỗ trong các khu chôn cất rác và gây ô nhiễm nước ngầm mới.