Exam Date: 09/09/2025

TASK 1: The diagrams below show the present building of a college and the plan for changes to the college site in the future.

TASK 2: These days people prefer to watch live performances (Shows, concerts) through tv or computer, online rather than go to the place of event. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Source: CDI report channel

Day 4.
Task 1. 195 words

The maps illustrate how a college building looks now and its planned changes for the future.

Overall, the biggest change is going to be the removal of footpath and the construction of a line of classrooms.

If we look at the first map, we can see that there is a footpath in the south of the plan which goes to the bus stop in the north. This path will fully be removed to slightly enlarge the carpark, in the left of the map, and college site territory, in the right, while the bus stop is expected to remain intact. A library and a reception which are currently located in the south-east corner are projected to be replaced by the line of classrooms. A smaller reception is going to be built in the center, whereas a new library will be to the south-west of it, replacing a classroom there.

The lunch area in the north-west of the college site will remain the same, however, to the north of it a new shop is going to erect. The toilet is going to be relocated from the bottom of the site plan to the top in the future.

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Day 4. Task 2

Today, many people opt for online streaming when they want to watch live concerts and shows instead of physically visiting the event venue. I fully agree with this idea because of a better sound quality usually offered by digital platforms and the time problem most people have these days.

In my opinion, it is the quality of music that discourages fans from going to the concert location. In concerts, more often than not, there are hundreds of people, if not thousands, who make too much noise by cheering and screaming. This loud noise by the audience, for instance, can be irritating for some people and makes it challenging to enjoy pure work of art by musicians. Streaming services, on the other hand, offer digital copies which are usually free from any sort of noisy distractors. The viewers who want to enjoy the art fully, therefore, watch their favorite artists through the screens of their smart devices.

Time is an even more important factor for this tendency. What makes most people go online to watch entertaining shows, even if they want to attend physically, is their jobs and studies. Currently, nearly all adults spend countless hours at work, while youngsters are busy with enhancing their academic achievements. These more essential responsibilities are prioritized by such individuals when choosing to spend an excessive amount of time on the road and queues or simply to watch livestream performances saving time and energy.

In conclusion, I do believe that the majority of people choose to stay at home and enjoy live entertainments through the internet rather than commuting to the show location as online translations offer a superior quality of sound. Moreover, today's society is increasingly busy with other more important duties such as work and studies.

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Day 5.
Task 1

The line graph gives information about how many people participated in four different types of sports in a particular country.
Overall, rugby and tennis experienced the biggest changes during the entire period. Rugby witnessed a downward trend, while tennis saw an upward trend, becoming the most popular sport at the end. Another interesting point is that basketall and badminton remained relatively stable during the given period with the former being slightly higher than the latter in the ranking.
Looking at the details, the figure for rugby topped the list with tennis being a close second, making up 250 and 150 pariticipants respectively in 1985. The figures for these categories, however, met at 200 after ten years, rugby declining by 50 and tennis increasing by the same number. After this, the popularity of rugby continued going down steadily finishing at 50 sport goers, while the proportion of tennis underwent a steady rise to slightly over 200 in the final year 2005.
Meanwhile, the number of basketball and badminton lovers remained almost the same at just under 100 and roughly 50 over the whole period.

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Day 5.

TASK 2: In many countries, many people are deciding to have a child at later age compared to the past.

It is true that in many parts of the world the majority of people are delaying to have children to a later age than in the past. I think this is happening due to several important reasons, including financial issues and career limitations. As a result of this trend, countries can face serious problems with manpower and national economy.

I firmly believe that the first reason why many adults, who are in their 20s and 30s, are putting off the idea of having a baby is due to financial concerns. It is no secret that parent have to spend large amounts of money on their children until they reach adulthood and start living independently. Providing children with food, shelter, clothes and education, which requires not only a lot of investment but also energy, is caregivers' natural duty. Since infants need constant attention and care, mothers usually cannot work full time for several years which exacerbates the situation. This combination of different challenging responsibilities and restrictions discourage young males and females from the idea of becoming fathers and mothers.

More often than not, the delay of parenthood turns into childfree lifestyle as at an older age people can be deprived of their fertility due to health issues. This childfreeness often has a substantial negative effect on the national economy of a country. The number of young people who are eligible to work can decrease significantly, which results in the lack of manpower in different professional fields, such as construction, healthcare, education and farming. The national budget is also highly likely to suffer because there might be simply not enough young working people to pay taxes since a larger proportion of citizens would be retired.

In conclusion, I hold the view that adults do not want to have a child at a relatively young age because of extra expenditures and not being able to be employed full time. As a consequence, deficiency in the the number of working citizens and a decrease in the national economy of a country are almost certain to be observed.

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Day 6.

TASK 2: The crime rate nowadays is decreasing compared to the past due to advance technology which
can prevent and solve crime.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that a falling trend can be observed in the number of incidences of committing crime compared to past because of modern technologies. I totally agree with this view due to several reasons, including the prevalence of CCTV cameras in public places and exploiting the IP address of internet users.
In my opinion, the increasing number of security cameras in social places has a positive effect on decreasing the crime rate. Although some might dislike being constantly watched through the lenses of these devices due to privacy concerns, I believe that many potential criminals are restricting themselves from breaking the law after noticing the camera sign on a wall. This electronic appliance not only preventing crime but also assisting with identifying criminals' identity, for instance, with the help of its advanced feature named face ID. More often than not, this equipment helps the police find and punish the outlaws, which deters the future law breakers from involving in illegal activities.
Another benefit of advanced technologies lies in the realm of cyber crime. Nowadays, the internet users have become the target of online frauds, who steal their victims' money by sending special links to certain websites or viruses. The IT department of police offices, in most developed countries, can identify those online robbers' physical location by thoroughly analyzing the criminals' IP address. GPS tracking is another, probably more beneficial, tool in searching or following the direction of a criminal if he decides to instantly relocate after realizing that his IP address was identified.
In conclusion, I believe that the advance in modern technologies has greatly reduced the number of crimes committed in many parts of the world. Now, police officers are working much more efficiently thanks to security cameras and IT department's efforts.

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Task 1


The diagram illustrates how fabric is produced from bamboo.

Overall, the process of fabric production from this plant involves three main stages, including cutting bamboo into strips, crushing those strips and weaving to make a ready material for using in textile industry. The procedure begins with planting bamboo and ends with ready woven fabric.

Turning into details, the procedure begins with planting bamboo plants in Spring, followed by harvesting several months later in Autumn. Harvested bamboo trees are then cut into strips, which are crushed to make liquid pulp in the next stage. Following this, the ground substance is filtered to separate long fibres from liquid.

After softening the filtered fibres by adding water and amine oxide, the resulting soft material is spun to make yam. Finally, having been woven to produce ready fabric, the end product can be used in textile industry to make clothes, such as T-shirts and socks.

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Day 7.
TASK 2: In many countries, the number of animals and plants is declining.
Why do you think this is happening? What can be done?


It is true that the number of flora and fauna is experiencing a decrease in many parts of the world. I think there are two main reasons for this trend: increasing urbanization and deforestation. However, certain methods can be used to curb the negative effects of this situation, such as planting more trees and minimizing constructions in rural areas.

Urbanizing rural areas and cutting down trees are, in my view, the key factors for the decline in the number of animals and plants. Since the global population is growing at an unprecedented rate, many governments are forced to build more dwellings in relatively countryside areas to house the increasing number of citizens. Moreover, wood and furniture industries exacerbate the situation by cutting down woodlands to make profit. These construction and timber companies, more often than not, destroy the natural ecosystem of animals which are, as a result, left to death because of loss of food source and habitat.

Nevertheless, these problems can be mitigated by planting an increasing variety of fauna and stopping deforestation. If more trees are planted in relatively deserted regions, this can provide a new shelter for more animals to survive. In China, for instance, a large part of a desert has successfully been turn into a woodland by growing various vegetation. Another solution could be simply to avoid reducing forests by choosing less green areas to build new residential areas and then making it green. In my opinion, these approaches are highly likely to preserve the nature if implemented wisely.

In conclusion, the issues with decreasing number of plant and animal life are caused primarily by enlarging the territories of urban space at the expense of natural habitat for animals. This problem will continue unless necessary steps, such as widening green areas and ceasing construction work in suburban regions, are taken.

This is the feedback and approximate score for my essay by ChatGPT.
I agree with it although 8 seems a bit unrealistic score for this essay.

Day 7. Task 1

The pie charts compare the expenditure of citizens on six different products and services in one country in Europe over five decades (1958-2008).
Overall, it was food which topped the list in 1958, while housing became the most popular expense surpassing all the other categories after 50 years.
Looking at the details, the figure for food comprised almost a third heading the list, whereas housing came a close second with 22%, and clothing made up the third largest segment 18% in 1958. However, housing took the largest share increasing sharply to 32% in 2008. Meanwhile, clothing accounted for the second major spending showing 16% followed by food which took the the third place in the ranking (12%) decreasing by a fifth.
By contrast, entertainment, travel/transport and luxury goods initially constituted far smaller proportions with 12%, 8% and 7% respectively. Yet, the amount of money allocated for travel/transport increased by almost a tenth reaching 17% in 2008. The same portion was also taken by luxury goods, whereas the percentage of entertainment halved.

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The pie charts illustrate how people in a European country spent their money on six categories of goods and services in 1958 and 2008.

Overall, food accounted for the largest share in 1958, whereas housing overtook all other categories to become the leading expenditure in 2008.

In 1958, food accounted for nearly one-third of total spending, followed by housing at 22% and clothing at 18%. By 2008, housing had risen significantly to become the largest expense, making up 32% of total spending. Clothing became the second-highest expense in 2008 at 16%, while food dropped sharply to third place at 12%.

In contrast, entertainment, transport, and luxury goods represented smaller shares in 1958, at 12%, 8%, and 7% respectively. Spending on transport more than doubled to 17% in 2008. Similarly, luxury goods rose to 17%, while entertainment dropped by half.

Somehow, I rarely or never use bolded phrases. I (and probably you) should consider adding them to your reports.

Day 8

TASK 2: Some people think that everyone in the world should have a right to use as much fresh water as they want, while others believe governments should tightly control the usage as it is limited resource.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There are different views about whether people should be allowed to consume fresh water as much as they wish or there must be a strict policy that limits water consumption. While I understand those who support the former idea by claiming that water is a basic necessity, I agree with the latter as carelessness about this limited resource may lead to devastating consequences in the long term.

The primary reason why some people advocate for the unlimited water utilization is that they believe water is simply a basic human need. Similar to any other communal services such as electricity and heating, it is a government's direct responsibility to provide with this utility. Since they are paying the bills on time, citizens must have a right to utilize water without any limits. Therefore, any restrictions on its usage can be considered by some people as not meeting customer expectations and be harshly criticized.

However, others believe that we need to think about the future of fresh water supply. Problems with water deficiency are certain to arise even in those areas with abundance unless authorities introduce laws that tightly control water distribution to each household. Many regions, such Central Asia, are at risk of becoming deprived of fresh water sources due to lack of rain and extended periods of drought. In the upcoming decades, severe water shortage is likely to be observed in this area which may lead to harsh living conditions. I believe necessary steps should be taken now to prevent potential disasters.

In conclusion, I support the idea of restricting water allocation to each house as this measure helps to minimize the possible effects of water shortage in upcoming years. Although I understand that water is a basic need, I do not think that it should be permitted to use carelessly.

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There is an ongoing debate about whether people should be free to use unlimited amounts of fresh water or whether governments should regulate its consumption, given that it is a finite resource. While some argue that water is a basic right that must not be restricted, I believe strict control is necessary to ensure sustainability for future generations.

Supporters of unlimited access contend that water is an essential human need and, like electricity or heating, should be treated as a public utility guaranteed by the government. Since citizens pay for this service, they often feel entitled to use as much water as they wish. From this perspective, restrictions could be seen as unfair and may provoke public criticism, as they appear to undermine consumer rights and expectations.

However, others argue that careful management of water resources is vital to prevent severe shortages in the future. Even regions with abundant supplies are not immune to scarcity if consumption remains unchecked. For instance, Central Asia faces serious risks of water depletion due to prolonged droughts and insufficient rainfall. Without immediate regulation, such areas are likely to experience harsh living conditions in the coming decades. I therefore believe that governments must act now to prevent long-term crises.

In conclusion, although water is an indispensable necessity, I support the introduction of policies that restrict household consumption. Such measures are essential to mitigate the risks of future shortages and ensure that this limited resource is available for generations to come.

Today, I couldn’t write any essays and payed the “fine” for that :)

Hopefully, tomorrow I’ll get back on track again! 🫡

Btw, I got my speaking breakdown today.
Interestingly, I was quite close to getting 9.0 for speaking, with triple 9 and one 8 for grammar.

I remember self-correcting my grammar mistakes.

Day 9.

TASK 1: The bar chart provides information about the number of films produced in five countries

TASK 2: University education should be free for all students, regardless of their financial background. Do you agree or disagree?

Day 9
Task 1.

The bar charts compare how many movies were released in five different countries over three years (2007, 2008, 2009).

Overall, country A topped the list during the whole period, while B came a close second. Interestingly, the other three countries produced relatively insignificant number of films.

Looking at the details, A was the most popular movie producing region accounting for 85 releases in 2007 and 2008 despite falling slightly by 5 in the following year. In contrast, B, which took the second position in the ranking, saw a sharp increase to 70 after staying almost the same, at around 50, in 2007 and 2008.

As for C and E countries, they both experienced upward trends, although in slightly different rates. Staying at approximately 8 and 9 respectively, the figure for C jumped to 18, whereas E underwent a slow rise to nearly 12. By contrast, the number of movies made in D started at around 13 and finished with a slightly smaller than this amount in 2009, after a relatively substantial decline to 9 in 2008.

Some people believe that tertiary education should not require a tuition fee from students. I disagree with this opinion because free universities may lose their value, therefore only merit based full scholarships should be provided to the individuals who truly deserve.

One primary reason is that students would appreciate higher education institutions if they paid for their studies annually. In many cases, it is a basic human nature that takes products or services for granted when people pay little or no money. Free public schools, for example, tend to be undervalued or even disliked by many schoolchildren. However, a significant amount of financial contribution, which is not easily earned, can motivate learners to excel at their chosen major as people normally want to get the best out of it when they allocate a substantial part of their budget for it.

In my view, what should make studying free from partial or full payment is merit. If only those students who stand out by their phenomenal academic performance were granted with certain financial rewards and perks, it would be more sensible and fair. This excellence based rewarding system could promote a healthy competition among students, which could make them study harder and realize their full intellectual potentials. As a result, universities would improve their positions in the world ranking, and they might be able to provide students with better facilities by attracting more investors since wealthy businessmen usually invest in the top educational organizations.

In conclusion, I firmly believe that learners would fail to appreciate their institutions unless they made some financial contributions. To be eligible to get a full scholarship, candidates should be required to demonstrate exceptional skills and talents.