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Example 1

Task 1: 210-240 words

Choose ONE of the following options (A or B).

A

You are studying a degree in teaching at university and one of your biggest concerns is the future of our kids and the labor market as machines take on our jobs. Your tutor has assigned you to write an essay whose title is ‘Robots and Artificial Intelligence (AI) can bring about changes in the workforce’. You must include the following information:

  • The development of robots and AI
  • Areas of work which will remain protected and creation of new jobs
  • Preparing students for the labor market of the future

Write an essay for your tutor discussing the previous points and giving your opinion.

B

You read this announcement on the website of a broadsheet newspaper.

This month we are focusing on intercultural issues, and we would like to know what TV series has helped you learn about other cultures and made you aware of the differences between your culture and others, whether it is the American, British, Indian, etc. Send us a review of a TV series which can raise intercultural awareness.

We will launch a poll of the top ten next week, but first we need your nominations.

Write your review of a TV series in an appropriate style.

Task 2: 140-160 words

The proliferation of betting shops in your city is getting out of hand. A new betting shop has opened up in your neighbourhood near your children’s school. You decide to write an e-petition on E-change.org addressed to your city council against the opening of these shops. Try to be persuasive in order to collect as many signatures as possible.

Include the following information:

  • Description of the current situation
  • Reasons against the opening of betting shops
  • Your request to the city council and signature petition