PLEASE PREPARE YOUR ANSWER SHEET!
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words.
The chart below shows the cost-of-living averages in two different cities as compared to the national cost-of-living average.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Cost-of-Living Percentage Average Above and Below the National Average
Riverdale
Cape Alicia
Groceries
Housing
Utilities
Transportation
Health care
Clothing
4.7%
19%
4.5%
4%
7%
5.5%
0.5%
-12.5%
1.2%
-3.8%
0.8%
1%
WRITING TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write at least 250 words.
Write about the following topic:
Life now is better than it was 100 years ago.
To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
